What's That Like?

Cary Eisentraut may very well be the last great showman! He was born into the movie business, and lives it to the fullest like no other! We talk about how he came from Iowa to Illinois, the unique nature of the Orpheum and Grand, his 7 other local theatres, and what makes is marketing and promotion so unique. We discuss Tellmore Productions, his partnerships with other local business, and his favorite promotions of all time. This podcast has many visual elements, and is meant to be truly appreciated on YouTube. But you can still listen on your favorite podcast channels if you wish! What's That Like? is available on YouTube, as well as all major audio podcast providers. YouTube https://bit.ly/WTLYouTube  Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/WTLApple  Spotify https://bit.ly/WTLPSpotify Copyright 2024 - What's That Like? Podcast with John Knowles  

Matt Kane is just like every one of us... except he isn't! He and his best friend took a personal tragedy, stayed together through a bond as best friends, and launched a Barbeque Rub business based right here in the Midwest. We also talk about tips for great BBQ for beginners, how to take your BBQ to the next level, and the most important things no one thinks about. Check out - https://www.instagram.com/bruisebrothersbbq/ At the end, we go completely off plan, and talk about our beloved Pittsburgh Steelers amazing offseason as they build for 2024. What's That Like? is available on YouTube, as well as all major audio podcast providers. YouTube https://bit.ly/WTLYouTube Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/WTLApple Spotify https://bit.ly/WTLPSpotify Copyright 2024 - What's That Like? Podcast with John Knowles

Just a small town girl... Becca G joins WTL to talk about HWAYD! "Hey What Are You Doing" is a new central IL podcast talking about the amazing lives of everyday people. Celebrities are not the only interesting people in the world as all of you know, and Becca finds them and get them to open up and inspire those around them.  We talk about her family, her career, how she started HWAYD and why. We also discuss why you too can podcast, and the rewards and challenges that come with it. Spoiler Alert - I was also a guest on HWAYD.   Listen on her Podcast at Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-what-are-you-doing/id1723706482 Spotify - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heywhatareyoudoing What's That Like? is available on YouTube, as well as all major audio podcast providers. YouTube https://bit.ly/WTLYouTube Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/WTLApple Spotify https://bit.ly/WTLPSpotify Copyright 2024 - What's That Like? Podcast with John Knowles 

Tobin Ott was a voice you knew right here in Central Illinois. Hosting shows and giving you the news on WSMI. Eight years ago, an amazing and life changing offer for his family came for his wife, and they moved to Florida, to work at Walt Disney World. A dream they had to pursue, and a dream they continue to live. Watch or Listen as Tobin tells us about his time growing up in Staunton, being a Jazz Radio DJ, a 15 year journey with WSMI, being the voice of the Toppers, their Disney lives, and adopting a son. Oh, and he also spills the details on his recent trip to attend a taping of "The Price is Right". After all that, his tale of a wedding day prank will have you on the floor. What's That Like? is available on YouTube, as well as all major audio podcast providers. YouTube https://bit.ly/WTLYouTube Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/WTLApple Spotify https://bit.ly/WTLPSpotify Copyright 2024 - What's That Like? Podcast with John Knowles

Today, we take an action packed journey thru the last four years of Zach Wygal... His new passion of Improv with Blended Artists Imaginarium, a tribute to the late Chris Funk, his multi year quest to end school lunch shaming across the country, starting What The Facts Trivia, and how he went from teaching junior high... to teaching in a prison. We also spend some time covering the big change to Stamp Out Cancer on April 6th, 2024.   He highlights this years teams -  Team HitchUP, Team UM-BElieveable, Team Gudgel Ranch Saloon, and Rock, Paper, Sisters.   I also gave him the platform to recognize the wonderful SOC team that hopes to cross the $1,000,000 mark in money donated to the Montgomery County Cancer Association (MCCA).   Buckle up... and pay attention... Zach talks fast! StampOutCancer.org BlendedArtists.org EndLunchShaming.com What's That Like? is available on YouTube, as well as all major audio podcast providers. YouTube https://bit.ly/WTLYouTube Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/WTLApple Spotify https://bit.ly/WTLPSpotify   Copyright 2024 - What's That Like? Podcast with John Knowles  

Brad Skertich was a kid like any other, growing up in the 80s, riding bikes, and playing sports with his friends.   But in 1993, he and his 1993 Staunton Bulldog teammates, pulled of a Cinderella/Hoosiers IHSA State Championship run that eventually lands the team in the Illinois Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame.    Relive the emotion and the untold stories.   We go way beyond the games and the stats, and dig into: the emotions as it happened, the steady and caring hand of Coach Randy Legendre, what it meant to Staunton and what it still means, how thier parents prepped them to get there, and what the team all went on to become. We also dive into Brad today.   The challenges of running one of the largest school districts in MetroEast Illinois.   How growing up a "principal's kid", affects being the parent of a "superintendent's kid", and we make poke a bit of fun at a regular guest of WTL.  Subscribe and never miss an episode! What's That Like? is available on YouTube, as well as all major audio podcast providers. YouTube https://bit.ly/WTLYouTube Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/WTLApple Spotify https://bit.ly/WTLPSpotify Google Podcasts https://bit.ly/WLTGoogPods

Larry Smith grew up in Little Rock, a product of a great family, and having a passion for music. His journeys through college left him with an incredible network of artistic friends with the stories and talents to bring interesting stories to the Silver Screen. Larry, or Movie Producer L Edward Smith, has molded his passions, talents and a great group of friends to produce Award Winning Independent Films and are growing with more projects on the the way. What's That Like? is available on YouTube, as well as all major audio podcast providers. YouTube https://bit.ly/WTLYouTube Apple Podcasts https://bit.ly/WTLApple Spotify https://bit.ly/WTLPSpotify Google Podcasts https://bit.ly/WLTGoogPods Copyright 2024 - What's That Like? Podcast with John Knowles 

After 4 long years... WTL return with the guest that started it all.   Bobby Krug gives us an update on how racing has changed his life since the beginning, tells us why dreams can come true, and how working for what he wanted, got him where he is today.    As for the show.    New studio, new season, new guests, and a few old favorites. Listen on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.    Watch on the What's That Like? YouTube page - @whatsthatlikepodcast

In these crazy quarantine times... we all need something to pass the time, so media consumer Zach Wygal returns to discuss.. Tiger King, Things Your Kids Will Like and You Will Too, Best DocuSeries and Documentaries, What You May Have Missed, the Best Background Noise, and some classic movies to go back and check out... Plus, some tips to stay positive and active, support your communities, and of course... and we recap our previous episode on streaming from 11/2018.

This is a Classic Rewind episode tying back to our recent new episode with Brad Fiori and Shayne Isbell and their Excellent Adventures!   It originally was posted on 11/2/19.   Enjoy this WTL Classic! When it comes to local adventurers, look no further than Staunton natives Brad Fiori and Shayne Isbell.   In this episode, we tackle the amazing adventure of hiking the Appalachian Trail.   We talk about the people (awesome), the dangers (not much), the bears, the bugs, the food, the beer, the shelter, the difficulty, and the awesome journey that it it presents.    Follow Brad & Shayne's adventurers on their Facebook group:  Mile, Mile and a Half.

This is a Classic Rewind episode tying back to our recent new episode with Brad Fiori and Shayne Isbell and their Excellent Adventures!   It originally was posted on 8/17/18.   Enjoy this WTL Classic!   Brad Fiori made his money, quit his job, and decided to live life NOW, as opposed to waiting for retirement! Crazy to some... and inspiration to others. He tackles adventures as he can and he came on WTL to talk about his biggest journey to date. His circumnavigation the United States at the border... all 11,338 miles! His journey was not easy, and certainly had challenges, but he found joy, hardships, challenges, the kindness of Americans, and maybe just a bit of the quirkyness as well! You should also check his Facebook group, "Mile, Mile and a Half", for a daily blog, pics, and videos. He will let you join so you can see it all! Just like this podcast... It's FREE! You can also follow his upcoming adventures which he details on this show. Link to his page below! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1261882397270840/ What's That Like? Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/WhatsThatLikePodcast/ The #WTLNation Discussion Page - https://www.facebook.com/groups/377604992746452/

Brad Fiori and Shayne return in this NEW episode, that was actually recorded back in fall 2019.  In this episode, our amazing adventure friends tackle Kayaking the Florida Keys, Biking Vietnam, and Hiking across England.   The ups and downs and joys of travel, and language, hygiene, and food obstacles in Southeast Asia!    Currently, Brad is hiking the Pacific Crest Trail from the Mexican to Canadian borders, and you can follow this, and the past journeys on Facebook at Mile, Mile and a Half

Its all in the title!   Zach Wygal returns and we cover the decade in review from a Central Illinois perspective... many things happened, we hit the biggest, we probably missed a few for sure... but we did our best to remind all of you of the things that were huge news, places, organizations, events, good things, many sad things, and we end it with predictions about the 2020s.  Included topics and events discussed:   The Coliseum Fire, Power Plant closing, School Funding, Tornadoes and Weather, the Eclipse, Deer Run, and Country Classic Cars Sports:  Junior High and High School sports, Kelsey Card Olympics, Justin Allgaier, Matt Hughes, & WSMI's Terry Todt The Good and the Sad:   Fight the Fight, Stamp Out Cancer, St Francis, Turner Hall, HEIDI, Faith Hartsell, Cancer, Suicide, Opiods, and tragic accidents. The Businesses:  Theaters, Bills IGA, Blackbird Bakery, Red Rooster, Opera House, Winerys, Restaraunts, Black Rabbit, Litchfield Pickers Market, Atlas 46, AllScripts... and more. Thanks to all of you in #WTLNation, and feel free to comment on things we may have missed... we aren't perfect! Brought to you by Opera House Brewing Company, Hillsboro, IL.

On this show, we take a retrospective look at the Coffeen Power Plant through the eyes of one employee, Don Nowell.   He isn't a spokesman for the company, the union, or the plant... he is my friend, and I wanted to know, and share with all of you.   What it is like to make electricity, how it works, how the plant worked, what factors led to it closing, and the impact it had on him and his fellow employees.   Nothing controversial in the discussion, just two friends talking about the closing of an iconic Central Illinois beacon.  Literally, and Figuratively.     Thanks to all the current and former employees of the Coffeen Power Station.  

Tens of millions of unsuspecting husbands walk around without a clue as to what to do, what just happened, and why am I in the doghouse again with my wife?  In this episode, we talk to Scott Litch, author of "A Husband's Survival Guide" , a husband of over 28 years offers humorous observations and sound tactics, essentially a field guide, on how to survive a marriage and most importantly to avoid being "dumped on" by your wife for your many real and perceived shortcomings as a husband. We cover key topics... how to survive the holidays, how to pick a place for dinner, and if your spouse can really be a best your best friend.   Follow his Facebook page - A Husband's Survival Guide FInd the book on Amazon and at Outskirt Press.    Paperback - Kindle - Outskirt Press 

On this show... the man who helped start it all, Producer Bobby Krug returns and gives us all an update on his racing season, his future, where is has been, and more importantly... where he may be going! Then (23:15), Peyton & Mike Bertolis join me to discuss their mission:  Peace, Love, & Bicycles!  The are collecting used bikes, restoring or fixing them, and putting them into the hands of kids in need!   Great little story, and it has grown very fast and very big.   If you would like to donate, use this link: paypal.me/peaceloveandbicycles

When it comes to local adventurers, look no further than Staunton natives Brad Fiori and Shayne Isbell.   In this episode, we tackle the amazing adventure of hiking the Appalachian Trail.   We talk about the people (awesome), the dangers (not much), the bears, the bugs, the food, the beer, the shelter, the difficulty, and awesome journey that it it presents.    Follow Brad & Shayne's adventurers on their Facebook group:  Mile, Mile and a Half. Brought to you by Opera House Brewing Co., Hillsboro, IL  

Tony Marcolini loves his hometown, he loves revitalizing old buildings, and he loves craft brew.   He and his wife Jennifer took the big leap and started the Opera House Brewing Co in Hillsboro, IL in 2018.  We cover how he got the brewing bug, the challenges of brewing, restoring a 120 year old building, and bring life back to his boyhood home.  I'm so impressed with his commitment to keeping it local.   But if that isn't enough... Zach Wygal returns and become the first member of the #FiveTimersClub on the podcast.   Zach is promoting of an upcoming concert by RetroRockit at the Opera House on 10/26 and updates us on some cool changes to Stamp Out Cancer. They both talk about the resurgence of Hillsboro, and their love of the town they call home. On Facebook - Opera House Brewing Co.  

LISTEN: Central Illinois sent the local legend of Punk Rock & Heavy Metal to the Sunset Strip... and he lived to tell about it. Dennis Carlock, aka Rotten Rod joins John and co-host for the show, Toby Baugher, to discuss his twenty plus years on the LA Sunset Strip. Pick your poison to listen: Brought to you by Opera House Brewing Company! #DrinkLocal We talk about his first concert, his inspirations, the origin of the name, the bands, the connections, and we barely scratched the surface. Toby even shows off his on Rotten Sticker on his first guitar case. I consider this the first of many Rotten Rod's War Stories. I shut the mics off, and he went on for even more. Rod will be back. Currently, you can see and hear Rod with AZ/DZ  at shows around the area and his monthly radio show The Rockzone Legends Show WDLJ 97.5 FM. For more Rotten Rod, Search YouTube for: Rotten Rod Knightmare II AZDZ

The Livingston Road Rallye is a Metro East institution.   For the last 25+ years, October has meant a monster of an event in Livingston, IL.   The Road Rallye, a combination scavenger hunt, trivia contest, Amazing Race, and Survivor has been entertaining hundreds of people since the 90s.    On this episode, Beth Atwood, Brandon Margaritis, and Cindy Scarsdale sit down with John to discuss the origins, the fun, the planning, the history, the best Rallyes, and the best Rallyers.   They also promote this years Halloween Fun Fest with some Rallye style challenges and events, in addition to fun for all ages and a Trunk or Treat event? Are the Rallyes a thing of the past?   Listen and find out. For more info, see the Livingston Park Association page on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/Livingston-Park-Association-Illinois-892938800827383

Proud to bring you Mr. Mount Olive Wrestling, Ron Ryan.   He started wrestling in college in the '60s, and came to Mt. Olive as a teacher when he and a few HS boys decided to start a wrestling program in 1969.   Fifty years, 400+ Wins, a Hall of Fame induction, and 1000+ athletes later, he calls it a career, and I was honored to have him on the What's That Like Podcast. Phenomenal conversation, unfiltered, tells it like it is, and he backs up his athletes and friends.   He discusses how the whole Ryan family made this possible, from his wife Paula (the rock behind him), his daughter Kristin (the best scorekeeper the sport has ever seen!), and his son Eric (the only athlete he ever had to letter 4 years as a Div I athlete as a walk on at U of I). An episode I've wanted to bring you forever, and of course, we talk about the newly named Ron Ryan Invitational, and Ron Ryan Wrestling Room.

A quick episode... i visit with Gabe Dexheimer, the host of the Turner Hall Queen of Hearts drawing.   We talk about the return after the 4 month break, and catch up on the Queen Hysteria of the last few years.    While things have certainly slowed down a bit, the pot upon restart is over $50K, and only 25 cards remain!    So it's back, and WTL will be there to bring it to you Friday nights at 9PM on the What's That Like? Facebook page!   

When it comes to people in Central IL you want to get to know and learn from, Pete Visintin should be near the top of anyone's list.  After a devastating illness struck his father, he was inspired to help others, and created the iconic Fight the Fight Clothing brand! A short time later, the CEO group, based in Effingham, IL, came calling on Pete to lead, organize, and facilitate the Macoupin CEO program for Juniors and Seniors in Macoupin County High Schools. Now in it's third year, Macoupin CEO has a record 20 seniors representing all of the county's high schools, and on their way to starting their own business. Pete came on the show to discuss the history of the program, it's successes, and also what the students have taught him. He also talks about the Macoupin CEO's BOLD Leadership and Development Conference being held at Lake Williamson on Feb. 14, 2019.   Tickets still remain, but is closing fast.   Find out more, and purchase your tickets at MacoupinCEO.com If you are a student in a Macoupin County High School, now is the time to apply.   Again, all details at Macoupin CEO's website. Follow me on Twitter

If you are from Central IL, you may know Brad Weiss, former WSMI on air talent.  But the rest of America knows him as Brad Carson after a producer asked him for a name change.   You can take the big time radio guy out of the small town, but you cannot take the small town out of Brad.    On this episode of WTL, we talk about his start, his breaks, his path to current roles with ESPN and other stations in the Midwest.   And we also get into the joys of small town sports, the people that formed him, and why reading farm reports and obituaries was the peak of his career. We also continue the push for the gym at Mount Olive to be named for 50 year Head Wrestling Coach Ron Ryan, and Brad gives a shout out to WSMI legend Terry Todt. https://twitter.com/bradcarson https://www.facebook.com/brad.carson Find Brad on radio.com at the following times/places. https://929espn.radio.com/hosts/producer-brad-carson https://indysmix.radio.com/hosts/brad-carson https://1055triplem.radio.com/hosts/brad-carson Brad's first real job was "setting pins" at a Turner Hall while growing up in Mt. Olive, Illinois. After college Brad's first radio job consisted of reading obituaries, farm reports, playing country songs, hosting an on-air trade show, and calling basketball games in empty gyms on metal bleachers. Luckily, his career would take him to more exciting places like Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and here in Memphis. Brad is the Director of Branding/Sports Programming for WMFS-FM/AM 92.9 FM ESPN & WMC-AM ESPN 790AM, has weekend music shows in Indianapolis on 107.9 The Mix & in Madison, Wisconsin, on 105.5 Triple M for Entercom-Radio, and is a professional voiceover dude. Brad enjoys hanging with his wife and 9 year old son, Jake, playing golf, and has finally discovered the wonder of Netflix.

An Emergency edition of WTL!   After the unexpected Dec 1, 2018 breakout of Tornadoes across IL, I called podcast friend and storm chaser Skip Talbot!    On this episode, Skip recaps his chase day, we talk about the multiple tornadoes that formed from Staunton, Mt Olive, Litchfield, Hillsboro,  to Taylorville and the line from Bluff City to Havana.   Skip tells us why they form this time of year, and also the awe and dangers of Storm Chasing!    We pray for no loss of life, and certainly do not like to see the destruction these storms cause.  Prayers to all. Skip also highlights his non-profit, Storm Assist, and tells you where you can follow his adventures and reports from his chases.   https://www.facebook.com/SkipTalbotsStormChasingChronicles/ https://www.facebook.com/skip.talbot His website and logs - http://www.skip.cc/ Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/SkipTalbot    

Zach returns again to update us on the upcoming Stamp Out Cancer 2019! Including a WTL Contest to win 2 Tix to the big event with special guest "The Dirty Muggs"! And then its on... Zach had a snow day, he binge watches. So I asked him to do some homework, and we break down all the big ones... #GameofThrones, #StrangerThings, #WalkingDead, #BreakingBad... and then we each reveal our own #WTLTop5 shows and hidden gems you should all check out for your binge watching pleasure this fall/winter! It's fun, its banter, and it the perfect listen on your upcoming road trips to spend time with family. Post your Top 5 in the comments! Again, listen thru the end for this weeks Trivia Contest to win two tickets to Stamp Out Cancer 2019 sponsored by the What's That Like? Podcast. All answers/entries must be sent to me via FB Messenger by 12/2/18.

Author Tom Corner has been a friend of mine for decade. But just recently, I feel like I really got to know who he was and why. Listen to this discussion between friends, as life events shaped who Tom was, and who he would later become, and lead him to a path to enlightenment. His recent book, "Borrowed Eyes and Feet", available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble, is his personal memoir of his journey thru the tough times, self doubts, and fears that held him back. Our discussion is serious, yet fun. Personal, yet open, and I think he's got a great message for anyone trying to find their way and listens to internal thoughts and fears that may be holding them back. We also talk how to publish a book, and book signings! For more info on Tom, see his website at: https://www.tomcorner.net His blog: https://authortecorner.wordpress.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tomcorner.inspire Twitter: @TECorner https://twitter.com/TECorner His book is available at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Borrowed-Eyes-Feet-Finding-Enlightenment-After-Rage-T-Corner-ebook/dp/B07HFTW3R5/

January 5, 2000... 5 days after Y2K, at around 4AM... Melvern Noll of Highland, IL spotted a large UFO. He described it as big as a two story house in the sky, just above the treeline near his business. He quickly alerted the local police dispatcher, who relayed the direction to Lebanon's police department. This is were the story begins... in all, 6 police officers, in 6 communities spotted an very large flying object over the skies near Scott Air Force base over the next 60 minutes. Was it a an Air Force Top Secret Project or a visitor from somewhere else? This week's guest is David Marler. UFO Researcher, former head of Illinois MUFON (mymufon.com), respected researcher, and author of "Triangular UFOs: An Estimate of the Situation". David did the onsite investigation with the police witness, as well as radar operators, and various other civilians on this landmark UFO case just outside of St Louis, MO. His research has revealed reports of Triangular UFOs going back to the 1800s, and prove this is not a recent phenomenon. We talk about his journey into UFOlogy, what it's like to be a UFO Researcher and Investigator, what his theories on these objects are, and what to do if you see something yourself. For more info on David, his lectures, videos, and more, see his website at https://davidmarlerufo.com His book is available on Amazon and wherever you buy books. https://www.amazon.com/Triangular-UFOs-Mr-David-Marler/dp/1490465812/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1539562159&sr=8-1

Kaylan is back again, and this time with a new book in hand! "Haunted Carlinville: History & Hauntings that shaped Macoupin County". It went on sale 9/15/18, and we talk about her process, why she wrote it, and of course some of the dark history of Central Illinois' Macoupin County. She also talks about upcoming tours in Carlinville and Alton - https://illinoishauntings.com/ You can buy the book here: Autographed - https://squareup.com/store/american-hauntings-ink/item/new-haunted-carlinville or https://www.amazon.com/Haunted-Carlinville-History-Hauntings-Macoupin/dp/1732407924 From the book's back cover: HAUNTED CARLINVILLE HISTORY AND HAUNTINGS THAT SHAPED MACOUPIN COUNTY BY KAYLAN SCHARDAN Nestled among the corn fields and rural landscapes of Illinois' Macoupin County there are forgotten stories, unsolved mysteries, and haunted tales that lurk in the countryside. In the early days of the region, settlers struggled to survive, facing devastating disease and death. Their tragedies would eventually give way to the triumph of thriving communities, including the county seat of Carlinville. The town grew to take its place in Illinois history, playing host to Abraham Lincoln and serving as a stop for America's "Mother Road," Route 66. It would also become notorious as the home of the infamous "Million Dollar Courthouse," which created a scandal that rocked not only the county but made national news. The region gained further infamy during Prohibition when Macoupin County became a hotbed for bootleg liquor, vice, and organized crime. The violence of the days of labor strikes, murders, and terror left many secrets behind in the form of local legends and ghostly tales. Now, it's time for those secrets to be revealed! Join Macoupin County native Kaylan Schardan as she reveals the dark and haunted history of Carlinville and Macoupin County. Readers will thrill to the sensational stories of murder, scandal, and the unexplained and discover the true stores of some of the most haunted buildings in Central Illinois. Every town has a story to tell - and the spirits that linger in Carlinville are finally ready to speak!

Another two parter this week! First up is Jeff Grunwald, Director of the New Madrid Historical Museum. We talk about the largest earthquakes ever to hit North America in 1811 and 1812. Did they feel it in Boston? Did the Mississippi run backwards? We will talk about what it was like for the sparse river population over 200 years ago and also the key city of New Madrid during the Civil War. Great Stuff! http://www.newmadridmuseum.com/ https://www.facebook.com/newmadridmuseum/ Next Up... Olivia Ervin of the Mt Olive Herald. She recently came by Studio 312 to conduct an interview on John and Bob, and we turned the tables on her and found out what its like to a newspaper reporter in a small town! Great Interview with a great person and was happy to get to know her and all she does at the paper!

First Up, Paul Miller is hosting the 4th Annual "When I'm 64" Beatles Music Festival in Prarietown, IL on 9/8/18 from 12-9p. 7 Bands and all the Beatles you can handle... Lots of fun side activities and food as well! https://www.facebook.com/When-Im-64-Beatles-Festival-103995760047994/ Then, Randy Bersch rejoins the show to talk the second annual Turnerfest in Mt. Olive. 12p-12a, all original music!' Headlined by the Jeremiah Johnson Band from STL. Food Trucks, Kids Zone, and More! https://www.facebook.com/events/597458537279198/

The Coliseum Ballroom... Benld, IL... you can't mention one without the other. Built in 1924 by Dominic Tarro for an unheard of $50K, was it funded by Al Capone? Did all the greats play there? Chuck Berry, Fats Domino, Elvis, the Beatles? Why was Joyce Tarro murdered in 1976? We will find out...what it was like! Jim Marcacci & John Ubben are putting together a documentary, "Memories of the Coliseum". This walk down memory lane for thousands and thousands is a must listen. We talk about the mob ties, the murders of it's owners, and mostly, about the music and good times by all. This is a link to a preview of the documentary, mentioned in the podcast. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2JuYtGRgxgA

Brad Fiori made his money, quit his job, and decided to live life NOW, as opposed to waiting for retirement! Crazy to some... and inspiration to others. He tackles adventures as he can and he came on WTL to talk about his biggest journey to date. His circumnavigation the United States at the border... all 11,338 miles! His journey was not easy, and certainly had challenges, but he found joy, hardships, challenges, the kindness of Americans, and maybe just a bit of the quirkyness as well! You should also check his Facebook group, "Mile, Mile and a Half", for a daily blog, pics, and videos. He will let you join so you can see it all! Just like this podcast... It's FREE! You can also follow his upcoming adventures which he details on this show. Link to his page below! https://www.facebook.com/groups/1261882397270840/ What's That Like? Podcast -https://www.facebook.com/WhatsThatLikePodcast/ The #WTLNation Discussion Page - https://www.facebook.com/groups/377604992746452/

The Tour De Donut is a southern Illinois institution. A 36 mile ride with two stops for donuts. Every donut eaten reduces your ride time by 5 minutes! It celebrated it's 30th anniversary on 7/14. 1400 cyclists & 6500 Donuts! In this episode, 4x Finisher TDD Producer Bob joins in to interview Race Director Christian Hasselberg less than 24 hours since the finish of the event. Hear all about what it goes into the production of the event, the highs, the lows, the good, the bad... and find out What's That Like? See the Vidcast on the Facebook page... https://www.facebook.com/WhatsThatLikePodcast or on Bobby's YouTube Channel, the ATA Network https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMOe9CHcbPA

House Hunters has to be one of the most popular shows on TV. It seems like its on a constant loop! Many of you have seen it, and watch it regularly, and like me, you try to figure out which house the people on the show will pick... and why! Jordan & Dawn Kettler have appeared on the show not once, but TWICE! I thought it be a great idea to have them on to discuss what it's like to get on the show, what the commitments were, the secrets behind the production, how the the Twitter-verse beat them up, and if they would go back for round 3! Listen to it all, right here on the What's That Like? Podcast! http://watch.hgtv.com/show/hnt/house-hunters/ A House in the Burbs for the Birds - Season 99. Ep. 10 Pet Paradise on the Illinois Countryside - Season 141, Ep. 11 - http://watch.hgtv.com/show/hnt/house-hunters/3742723/pet-paradise-in-the-country/ Brought to you by Ageless Apparel

Cuba lies 80 miles from the U.S., but its a whole world away. In 2016, travel restrictions to this island nation were eased, but this is a hardly a vacation destination like other Caribbean islands. Recently, my friend, and yours, Greg Shiveley and his wife Leslie made the trip. We talk about eating, communist rule, going back in time, and how the average Cuban lives on about $300 per year. We also play a round of of the #WTL5 and a round of Over/Under. We also discuss Jack Bauer's abilities and why Producer Bob doesn't want Greg on the show. Hear about the scenery, the history, the food, and everything else right here on the "What's That Like?" Podcast! Rate and Review the Show! Get a What's That Like? Podcast Sticker! Brought to you by Ageless Apparel https://www.facebook.com/AgelessApparel/

Of course Superfan, and almost Co-Host at this point, Zach Wygal has to stop by to talk all the Summer Concerts in Hillsboro. We preview and listen to this years bands... The Bashful Youngens, Revolution, Cary Miller Band, Petty Cash Junction, and the Good Time Engineers. Then we talk about alot more... How Snow Days happen, or Not... Rants on Society, and we play a game of OverRated/Underrated on many topics. This Podcast is brought to you by @Ageless Apparel

We’re BAAACCKKK! Finally out with a new Podcast, and previewing our upcoming season. We start off with John & Bob recapping the wild #QueenofHearts ride at @Turner Hall, what’s been going on in their lives to explain the long hiatus, and get caught up on Bob’s kart racing career! Brought to you by Ageless Apparel -https://www.facebook.com/AgelessApparel/ Visit us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhatsThatLikePodcast/ For Bobby's racing updates https://www.facebook.com/lauerkrugracing/

Meet the World Renowned.. (Disney World that is...) Kenny The Pirate! Recently Kenny and his daughter Jordan completed the #WDW47, riding every ride in Walt Disney World, all 47 of them, in one day! As a huge WDW fan myself, I had to know what that was like! Kenny is great guy, a great interview, and is a legend in the Disney community. He has a planning website, www.kennythepirate.com, and web based app for all devices, www.characterlocator.com. He also makes an exclusive announcement on this episode about his new venture MouseClass Travel!

What was Christmas Morning Like? In this episode, we bring back fan favorite Emily Schneider and add my daughter Alison to bring you a panel on Christmas Toys from your past. The favorites, the over hyped, and those you wished for, and either got from Santa... or didn't. Plenty of classic toy commercials as well that inspired so many kids through the years! We talk Furbies, Webkins, Weebles, Tonka Trucks, Spirograph, the best Barbies, and of course, Star Wars toys. That's just the beginning. I'm sure we missed a ton, but there's more to talk about next Christmas. This episode is brought to you by Ageless Apparel. www.facebook.com/AgelessApparel/

A Christmas present for you all. On Friday, 12/15, I had the honor of sitting in on the John Michael Marty show on WSMI radio. Truly a Christmas present to me. JMM reached out after finding the show on Facebook, and wanted to know "What's That Like?". At somepoint in the future, we will have JMM on the WTLPod! This audio is dirent from the show, and is available courtesy of John Michael Marty and WSMI, Visit John Michael Marty's Facebook page and WSMI Radio! Truly and honor for me to be on the radio (#bucketlist), and I did ask about getting NightRock back! https://www.facebook.com/JohnMichaelMartyonWSMI/ http://www.wsmiradio.com/

The show is 6 months old, and Bob the Producer had an idea, tell the story of how we got here, so Bob turned the tables, and interviewed John on how the show came to be, how it's evolved, and where it might be headed in the future! Then, in the spirit of turning tables, our past guests then come back to ask John some off the wall questions of their own! John also recaps all of the previous episodes and why you should go back and check them out. facebook.com/WhatsThatLikePodcast youtube.com/atanetwork

James Labonte is a photographer with a passion. His business Labonte Photograpy has taken photographs of 100s of locals for the last ten year. In the last few years, he's expanded to helping you learn the craft via classes to help you better use your own equipment. A real pro and veteran of the scene who is always improving. He's also the lead guide on the upcoming Scott Kelby's WorldWide PhotoWalk! www.labontephoto.com https://www.facebook.com/labontephoto/ https://www.facebook.com/labontephototraining/ http://worldwidephotowalk.com/

Kaylan Schardan of American Hauntings, our #1 downloaded guest, is back and talking more local haunted history. She dives heavy into some sites in Alton, and previews a Fall slate of Haunted Tours and Investigations in Carlinville! Glad to have her as the first returning guest. If you missed her first episode... don't fear... this isnt a sequel... but go back to May and you'll find it! Thanks for listening. facebook.com/WhatsThatLikePodcast For more info: IllinoisHauntings.com Facebook.com/HauntedCarlinville

Skip Talbot had a powerful tornado strike his hometown as a child, and it ignited a passion for life. We talk about the movie "Twister", his early chases, and his experiences in the Great Planes. We also talk about the day Storm Chasing lost it's innocence after the deaths of Storm Chasing Legends Tim Samaras, Carl Young, and Paul Samaras died chasing an F5 Tornado near El Reno, OK. We also have some fun, talk about how you can get started, and ways to follow him virtually into the field! https://www.facebook.com/SkipTalbotsStormChasingChronicles/ http://skip.cc stormassist.org

Randy Bersch became a music festival promoter almost by accident. He wanted to have something cool with Steve Ewing of the Urge, and is partnering with Turner Hall to bring Steve and 11 other acts to Mount Olive for the first annual Turnerfest. https://www.facebook.com/Mt.OliveIL/ One of the performers that day is Adam Gaffney. Adam has a new band, the Highway Saints, and will be appearing at TurnerFest. He tells us all about his musical background, and his upcoming shows and album. https://www.facebook.com/TheHighwaySaints/ Finally, he's baaaacckkk... The RackAlmanac... with a late summer gardening report.

In this episode, John is joined by Bronson Painter, a Glen Carbon police officer who also operates Metro-East Firearms Training, LLC. His company teaches Concealed Carry classes for Illinois residents seeking a Concealed Carry Permit. Bronson covers what the classes are like, what you learn, the legal issues, and practical instruction with firearms. He has trained over 2000 students, and offers his insight for all of you. Bronson is also sponsoring a "Like & Share" contest in honor of his late father's 68th birthday. Listen to the show to get all the details and find out... What's That Like? https://www.facebook.com/metroeastfirearmstraining/ http://www.metroeastfirearmstraining.com/

In this episode, the story of Turner Hall with Todd Overby with Cara & Gabe Dexheimer. They discuss the history of Turner Hall, the Mt Olive Homecoming, Bowling, Volleyball, Poley, and the $25,000+ Queen of Hearts Drawings! A fun conversation with the folks who run the hugging-est bar you've ever been to! moturnerhall.com facebook.com/turner.hall.5 Also, back by popular demand, Terry Rackley returns for another edition of the RackAlmanac. He discusses the new additions to the family, a Growing Festival he attended, and some summer tips for the garden!

Pete Visintin is a driven individual that has the determination and will to succeed. He started Fight the Fight Clothing out of a family medical event that inspired him to help others in need. He also mentors local youth and allows them to enter the business world with real world experience. His journey is phenomenal and inspiring. fightthefightclothing.com Facebook.com/HelpFightTheFight

Kaylan Schardan is a local ghost hunter dedicated to the history, preservation, and investigating local potentially haunted spots. We talk about her beginnings in the industry, many local stories, Haunted Carlinville, what a tour/investigation is like, and more. A phenomenal guest that was requested and recommended by the #WTLNation audience. For more info on Kaylan, and her tours: Contact Information for Haunted Carlinville: hauntedcville@gmail.com hauntedcarlinville.com facebook.com/hauntedcarlinville Contact information for American Hauntings: 217-791-7859 American Hauntings Haunted America Conference: June 23-24th tickets available online at americanspookshows.com or you can access the information through our main website: prairieghosts.com