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This podcast is brought to you by : Decatur Earthmover Credit Union. We desire to highlight individuals and organizations that make our city great. Our communities are important to us and we are hoping through this podcast the residents of Decatur will be inspired and motivated to get involved in making our home a great place to live.

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    • Feb 19, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 20 EPISODES


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    The 217 Podcast Season 2, Ep. 10 : Dawn Sterling

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 43:27


    Host, Jes, sits down with local news anchor Dawn Sterling. The two discuss the way the news has evolved and Dawn's new station home; WICS News Channel 20.

    The 217 Podcast Season 2, Ep. 09 : Rachel Moran, The Community Foundation

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 20:57


    Host, Jes, sits down with Rachel Moran of The Community Foundation, here in Macon County, IL.

    The 217 Podcast Season 2, Ep. 08: Jill Sams, New Life Pregnancy Center

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 33:15


    Host, Jes, sits down with Jill Sams, Community Engagement Manager for New Life Pregnancy Center here in Decatur, IL.

    The 217 Podcast Season 2, Ep. 07: Drew Hickey, Attorney at Law

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 26:22


    Host, Jes, sits down with Drew Hickey, an adoption and estate lawyer, a partner at Bre Law.

    The 217 Podcast Season 2, Ep. 06: Farm Progress, Sam Morrow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 26:02


    Richland Facility Director, Sam Morrow sits down with host, Jes Younghouse and the two discuss Richland Community College, the heartland and all things Farm Progress.

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    The 217 Podcast Season 2, Ep. 05: Chief of Police, Shane Brandel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 68:41


    Chief Shane Brandel joins Jes for this episode of The 217 Podcast. Watch this episode as the two discuss public service in our great city of Decatur.

    The 217 Podcast Season 2, Ep. 04: Shamika Madison

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 18:35


    Host, Jes, sits down with Shamika Madison, president of The Boys and Girls Club here in Decatur, Il.

    The 217 Podcast Season 2, Ep. 03: Crossing Healthcare

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 53:04


    Host, Jes, sits down with two lovely representatives from Crossing Healthcare: Charmaine Robertson, LCSW and Tanya Andricks, RN, BSN, MHA. Crossing Healthcare is a community health center providing comprehensive healthcare for those who might not otherwise have healthcare. Located at 320 E Central Ave, they are in the heart of our city serving our community well. They aim to be a one stop shop provider for those who in need.

    Season 2, Ep. 02 : Jody Suey, Dali Bliss Salon + Boutique, Parkview Venue

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 18:25


    Host of The 217 Podcast, Jes, sits down with Jody Suey, business woman extraordinaire. Jody owns multiple businesses in Decatur, IL as well as several boutiques in surrounding areas. Take a listen as they discuss our community and the process of building a successful business.

    Season 2 Ep. 01 : Bill Clevenger

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 39:43


    Host, Jes, sits down with Decatur School Board President, Bill Clevenger. The two discuss our community and what it is like to serve in this city.

    The 217 Podcast Ep. 10 : Shamika Madison, The Boys + Girls Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 36:59


    Welcome to The 217 Podcast, where we bring you conversations with people making a difference in the Decatur, Illinois community. In this episode, we're joined by Shamika Madison, the Executive Director of the Boys and Girls Club of Decatur.Shamika shares with us the important work that the Boys and Girls Club does for local youth, including providing a safe and supportive space for children to learn, grow, and thrive. She discusses some of the challenges facing children and families in the Decatur area, and how the Boys and Girls Club is working to address these issues.We also dive into Shamika's personal background and how she became involved with the Boys and Girls Club. She shares some inspiring stories of young people whose lives have been transformed by the programs and services offered by the organization.As always, The 217 Podcast aims to highlight the amazing work being done in our community and to inspire listeners to get involved and make a difference. So tune in to this episode and learn how you can support the Boys and Girls Club of Decatur and help create a brighter future for local youth.

    The 217 Podcast Ep. 09 : Jared McClain / Zambu

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 53:46


    Host, Jes, sits down with creator and founder of Zambu Liquors, Jared McClain. Jared shares his stories of travel, love for the 217 and how he came up with his liquor brand. He shares advice for any young entrepreneurs and how to's. This podcast was recorded and produced at The Studio Downtown, Ltd.

    The 217 Podcast Ep. 8 : The Studio Downtown, Samantha Schendel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 47:18


    Check out The 217 Podcast's latest episode featuring Samantha Schendel of The Studio Downtown. Join host Jes as they chat with Samantha about her experiences as a creative, running The Studio Downtown and the challenges and rewards of owning a business. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation and be sure to tune in to The 217 Podcast every Monday! This podcast is recorded and produced at The Studio Downtown, Ltd.

    The 217 Podcast Ep. 07 : Baby Talk with Cindy Bardeleben

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2023 42:43


    In this episode of the 217 podcast, host Jes Younghouse has a fascinating conversation with Cindy Bardeleben, the Executive Director of Baby TALK in Decatur, IL. Baby TALK is an organization that provides resources and support for parents and caregivers of young children. Cindy shares her experience working with families and the challenges that come with providing support during the pandemic and beyond. Throughout the conversation, Jes and Cindy dive into topics like early childhood education, the importance of community support, and the role of technology in helping parents access information and resources. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the work being done by Baby TALK and the impact that this organization is having on families in the Decatur area. Tune in to the 217 podcast to hear this inspiring conversation and learn more about the importance of supporting parents and caregivers during the early years of a child's life.

    The 217 Podcast Ep. 06 : Mike Wilcott (Toby Tucker)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 47:55


    Host Jes sits down with Mike Wilcott, the GM of The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheatre. The two discuss the great asset that the Devon is to our community and their favorite events/memories so far.

    The 217 Podcast Ep. 05 : Kyle Karsten, the Development Director of the Salvation Army

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 49:02


    Host, Jes, sits down with Kyle Karsten, the Development Director of the Salvation Army. The two discuss our community and all the wonderful things the SA does here to care for those in need, as well as the ways our community has stepped up to contribute. This podcast was recorded and produced at The Studio Downtown.

    The 217 Podcast Ep. 04 : Terrence "TAT" Taylor

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 30:37


    Host, Jes Younghouse, sits down with a community favorite : Terrence "TAT" Taylor. TAT is a champion of the youth in our community - emphasis on UNITY. He is loved - just watch this episode and you will see why. This episode was recorded and produced by The Studio Downtown.

    The 217 Podcast Ep. 3 : The 217 Wiffle Ball Classic

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 42:03


    Host, Jes, sits down with Co-Founder of The 217 Wiffle Ball Classic, Geoff Owens. The two discuss the annual event and the wonderful impact it has had on our community, bringing people together and raising funds and awareness for Alzheimer's. Take a listen! This podcast was recorded and produced at The Studio Downtown in Decatur, IL.

    The 217 Podcast Ep. 2 : Macon Resources

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 38:39


    Host of the 217 Podcast, Jes Younghouse, sits down with Macon Resources CEO: Amy Bliefnick and Board President: Blake Allison. MRI (Macon Resources) is a valuable asset in our community and this podcast highlights all the good they are doing here in Decatur, IL. This podcast is recorded and produced by The Studio Downtown in Decatur, IL.

    The 217 Podcast Ep. 1 : United Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2023 34:27


    Welcome to The 217 Podcast presented by Decatur Earthmover Credit Union! Listen along as host Jes Younghouse sits down with Debbie Bogle and Aric Lee from United Way here in Decatur, IL. This is a podcast about our community here in Decatur and the people who make it great. This podcast is shot and produced at The Studio Downtown - Decatur, IL.

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