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We saw the same episode of the same trash TV show. We thought the same thing as the same time. She reached out and I was ready to listen and record.  Listen as this Champaign girl turned Bloomington-Normal resident returns to talk about the most controversial topic on the planet. Heated, political, polarizing and emotional. This one is all hers, however. The spring break we will never forget followed up by the summer that pushed the limits of friendship, adulting and keeping secrets. She bravely opens up about her unexpected teen pregnancy, the choice that followed, the decisions made, how she feels about the decision now as a mom, how she will teach her daughter about sex and promote an open line of communication and how she kept the choice quiet for so long. Most importantly, Natalie shares why she wanted to talk about it decades later. No more shame. No more secrets. No regrets...................................Please, please subscribe (so you know when new episodes drop) and share! Find at linktr.ee/hyperlocals_cu or wherever you find podcasts.Emily Harrington, here! Mom, wife, retired communications liaison and host of the HyperLocal(s) Podcast. Each week I bring you a pod where townies and transplants share their tales of tears and triumphs, losses and wins. In an effort to provide a way for those that don't want a public podcast, but still have a story to tell friends and family, I've created, In Retrospect: A HyperLocal(s) Project, a private podcast. Visit hyperlocalscu.com/in-retrospectThank you so much for listening! However your podcast host of choice allows, please positively: rate, review, comment and give all the stars! Don't forget to follow, subscribe, share and ring that notification bell so you know when the next episode drops! Also, search and follow hyperlocalscu on all social media. If I forgot anything or you need me, visit my website at HyperLocalsCU.com. Byee.

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Tyler Cravens, Chief Operating Officer for the McLean County Chamber of Commerce.Host:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest:⁠Tyler Cravens: Chief Operating Officer, McLean County Chamber of CommerceWebsites: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.mcleancochamber.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics:Get To Know, Fun Fact, McLean County Chamber of Commerce, Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Economic Development Matter?

On this week's episode of the Building BN Podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Kristin Rae, founder of Inspire Travel Luggage. She shares her journey from fashion design student to successful solopreneur, highlighting local manufacturing, community support, and the entrepreneurial spirit in Bloomington Normal.Host:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest:Kristin Rae: Inspire Travel LuggageWebsites: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.inspiretravelluggage.com/https://midwestmoldingsolutions.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Keywords:entrepreneurship,solopreneur, Inspire Travel Luggage, manufacturing, economic development,Bloomington Normal, community support, Amazon marketplace, local economy,product designTakeaways:Kristin Rae is the founder ofInspire Travel Luggage, a boutique brand of toiletry cases.She transitioned from a fashiondesign student to a solopreneur after facing challenges in her career.The journey of entrepreneurshipoften involves zigzagging paths and overcoming obstacles.Local manufacturing partnerships,like with Midwest Moldings, are crucial for small businesses.Economic development plays asignificant role in supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses.Community connections can lead tovaluable resources and partnerships.Marketplaces like Amazon provideopportunities for direct-to-consumer sales.The entrepreneurial journey isfilled with ups and downs, and persistence is key.Investing in local manufacturinghas a ripple effect on the economy.Networking and community supportare essential for entrepreneurial success

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Melissa Breeden, Region Council Manager for Birth to Five Illinois.Host:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest:Melissa Breeden: Region Council Manager, Birth to Five IllinoisWebsites: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.birthtofiveil.com/region17⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics:Get To Know, Fun Facts, Birth to Five Illinois, Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Early Childhood Matter?

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Samantha Mlot, the City of Bloomington Economic Development Advocate.Host:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest:Samantha Mlot: Economic Development Advocate, City of BloomingtonWebsites: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.bloomingtonil.gov/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics:Get To Know, Fun Facts, Economic Development, Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Economic Development Matter?

Ken Lam is director of orchestral studies at The Tianjin Juilliard School and resident conductor of the Tianjin Juilliard Orchestra. He was also music director of the Illinois Symphony Orchestra from 2017 to 2022. Ken is returning to Illinois as guest conductor of the ISO's upcoming concert Romantic Reflections. The concert takes place Friday Feb. 7 in Springfield and Saturday Feb. 8 in Bloomington-Normal. He spoke to Community Voices about The Tianjin Juilliard School, what people can expect to hear at the concert, and about guest pianist for the concert, Aristio Sham. Tickets and information about the concert can be found here.

Happy new year everyone! We're kicking off the brand new year by drawing your attention to the quickly approaching REengage Winter Conference taking place January 27-30 in Bloomington-Normal. This conference is a MUST-ATTEND event for realtors, brokers, appraisers, new agents and everyone in between to make sure you start off the year right and hit the ground running. We're welcoming a full house of guests today including Tommy Choi, Jeff Kolbus, Megan Oswald, Nora Gruenberg, Neeley Erickson and Michael Dobrow to give you 5 MORE REASONS to make sure you're there!

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Rachel Huser and Mike O'Grady with Wabash Valley Power Alliance. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Rachel Huser: Senior Economic Development Manager at Wabash Valley Power Alliance Mike O'Grady: Economic Development Representative, Illinois at Wabash Valley Power Alliance Websites:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.wvpa.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics: Get To Know, Fun Facts, Wabash Valley Power Alliance, Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Economic Development Matter?

The Illinois Symphony Orchestra will perform its annual holiday concert Friday Dec. 13 in Springfield and Saturday Dec. 14 in Bloomington-Normal. ISO Music Director Taichi Fukumura and Founding Executive Director of Springfield Youth Performance Group Taryn Grant, spoke to Community Voices about the various collaborations featured in the concert and how they keep holiday traditions fresh. For more information and ticket details click here.

State Journal-Register Sports Reporter Ryan Mahan joined Springfield's Morning News with a preview of the IHSA State Football finals this weekend in Bloomington-Normal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brownfield's Jared White visited with Kris Reynolds, Midwest Director for American Farmland Trust, at the IL Corn Growers Association annual meeting in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. The IL Corn Growers Association awarded Reynolds the "Mike Plumer Environmental Award."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Summary: In this conversation, Patrick Hoban interviews Marin Moss, an intern from Illinois Wesleyan University, discussing her background, educational journey, and insights into economic development. Marin shares her experiences in creating demographic profiles for rural communities and reflects on the importance of economic development for quality of life. The conversation also explores local attractions in Bloomington Normal and the significance of community engagement in economic growth. Takeaways: • Marin Moss is an intern at the Bloomington Normal Economic Development Council. • She chose Illinois Wesleyan for its small campus and community feel. • Marin is majoring in entrepreneurship and economics. • Her internship involves creating demographic profiles for rural communities. • She uses Canva for data visualization and learning about local communities. • Marin finds economics classes to be more theoretical than practical. • Labor economics is crucial for understanding workforce dynamics. • Bloomington Normal has a rich food culture that attracts residents. • Economic development significantly impacts the quality of life in communities. • Retention of businesses and people is as important as attracting new ones. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Marin Moss and Background06:00 Internship Experience and Economic Development Insights12:10 The Importance of Economic Development #MarinMoss #EconomicDevelopment #IllinoisWesleyanUniversity #Internship #BloomingtonNormal #Entrepreneurship #Economics #CommunityDevelopment #DemographicProfiles #QualityOfLife

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Jamie Mathy, Owner of Red Raccoon Games. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: ⁠Jamie Mathy: Owner, Red Raccoon Games Websites:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.redraccoongames.net/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics: Get To Know, Fun Facts, Red Raccoon Games, Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Economic Development Matter?

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Jennifer McDade, Public Relations Manager at Country Financial. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Jennifer McDade: Public Relations Manager, Country Financial⁠ Websites:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.countryfinancial.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics: Get To Know, Fun Facts,About her Role as a Public Relations Manager, Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Economic Development Matter? Explore Careers at Country Financial: https://www.countryfinancial.com/en/about-us/careers.html

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with B.J. Wilken, Executive Director/CEO at the YMCA. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: B.J. Wilken⁠ ⁠:⁠YMCA Websites:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.bnymca.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics: Get To Know, Fun Facts, About the YMCA, Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Economic Development Matter?

Maggie Wood, executive director of Film Streams, talks about working in the nonprofit world, especially in building welcoming communities and elevating the arts and cultural landscape. wood shares the evolution of her leadership, influenced not only by her work experience but also insights revealed during international travel and a recent career break.Born and raised around Bloomington/Normal, Illinois Maggie Wood came to Omaha in 1997 with the Clark Construction Group, as part of the general contracting team that built the Roman L. Hruska Federal Courthouse and then spent the following decade focusing on business development and operational management within the construction and supplier industry in Omaha. Building on her degree in Theater Arts and Communications from Eureka College, in 2006, Wood transitioned to the non-profit sector with development and operational management roles at Opera Omaha, Film Streams, and Planned Parenthood of the Heartland, before her leadership and strategic acumen took her to Inclusive Communities in 2015, where she served as Executive Director for close to 8 years. Earlier this year, Wood was appointed the new Executive Director of Film Streams.

Did you know Bloomington Normal has a rich history in board gaming? How about that ISU had a team dedicated to helping teachers create games in the 70's? Ever hear of Traveller, the first truly successful Sci fi RPG that could kill you before you even finished creating a character? Well after our amazing conversation with Marc Miller, one of the founders of the LEGENDARY Games Designers' Workshop!

Welcome to another enriching episode of Good News on Catholic Spirit Radio with your host, Deacon Al Lundy. This week, Deacon Al delves into the profound significance of marriage within the Catholic Church, discussing the importance of the sacrament of matrimony, the process of convalidation, and the differences between divorce and annulment. Deacon Al also explores the Bread of Life Discourse, guiding listeners through the biblical origins of the Eucharist, and how Jesus Christ fulfills the promise of being the true bread from heaven. The episode emphasizes the relevance of the Gospel in our daily lives and encourages teens and almost teens to stay connected with their faith. Additionally, learn about the new teen program, Ignite, launching in Bloomington Normal, aimed at fostering Christian community and activities for young believers. Tune in to deepen your understanding of these essential aspects of Catholic faith and how they apply to your life today. Email your questions to Deacon AL:    goodnews@catholicspiritradio.org

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Kristen Barnlund, Business Development Specialist for OSF HealthCare. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: ⁠Kristen Barnlund⁠⁠:⁠ OSF HealthCare Websites:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, https://www.osfhealthcare.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics: Get To Know, Fun Facts, About her role as a Business Development Specialist, Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Economic Development Matter? OSF HealthCare Job Openings: OSF Healthcare Careers (osfcareers.org)

For over a century, The Baby Fold has shepherded vulnerable children in Bloomington-Normal and beyond. What began as a home for orphans in the early 1900s (during the years of “Orphan Trains”) now serves families across central Illinois through academic, in-home, and post-adoption services. In today's exchange, Dayton chats with two of the organization's senior leaders – Clete Winkelmann, President & CEO, and Sam Guillory, Vice-President of Development & Public Relations. They answer questions like “how did The Baby Fold begin?” “How is TBF currently serving our communities?” “Why do strong families matter?” and “How do we build healthy, resilient families?” With over 200 staff, dedicated volunteers, and deep roots in Bloomington-Normal, The Baby Fold is on a mission to build positive futures while reflecting Christian principles. Press play for an inspiring episode! FROM TODAY'S PODCAST• Guests: Clete Winkelmann & Sam Guillory • The Baby Fold Website• Ways to Give• Volunteer NeedsLET'S CONNECTVisit us online at terminalexchange.orgFollow The Terminal Exchange on social media! • Facebook• Instagram• TwitterABOUT NUSSBAUM Employee-Owned, Purpose Driven | Nussbaum is an industry-leader in over-the-road freight transportation. For more information on our award-winning services and top-paying driver careers, visit nussbaum.com or nussbaumjobs.com.

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with our summer intern, Ethan Shellito. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Ethan Shellito Websites:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics: Get To Know, Fun Facts, Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Economic Development Matter?

Daniel, Jose, Lisa, Eric, and Kaylee travel to Bloomington-Normal and take on the 2024 Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games. In between competing and participating in Athlete Leadership activities, they sat down to interview staff and sponsors for an episode of the Meet the Inspired podcast. 0:29–2:11 Interview #1: George Peterson, Senior Director – Development – LETR George is the Senior Director – Development – LETR at Special Olympics Illinois and talks through his time as a police officer, how he got involved in the Special Olympics Illinois, and the importance of the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run. To learn more about LETR visit: www.soill.org/illinoistorchrun 2:12–11:34 Interview #2: Lauryn Haas, Manager – Marketing & Communications Ahead of the annual Tribute Park celebration, Jose and Daniel sit down and talk with Lauryn. They discuss the many roles she has at Special Olympics Illinois, her involvement at Summer Games, and the new “So I Did” brand campaign. Follow Special Olympics Illinois on social media by visiting here: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | X   11:35–14:16 Interview #3: Nancy Wiora, Board of Directors Nancy is a new addition to the Board of Directors and has a rich history in special education. Kaylee talks to Nancy about what it is like joining the Board of Directors and how she is enjoying her time at her very first Summer Games. To see a full list of the Board of Directors click here: www.soill.org/illinoistorchrun   14:17–25:40 Interview #4: Jonathan Fredrick, Director – Unified Initiatives & eSports Jose and Eric sit down with Jonathan and discuss how he got involved in Special Olympics Illinois, how eSports is changing within our culture, and what the future looks like with eSports programming at Special Olympics Illinois. To learn more about eSports programming visit: www.esports.soill.org   25:41 – 35:02 Interview #5: Megan Young, RSM Megan is an employee at RSM, a statewide sponsor for Special Olympics Illinois, and volunteered to help at Summer Games this year.  Daniel and Megan discuss RSM's new partnership with Special Olympics Illinois and their involvement as an organization at this year's Summer Games. To learn more about volunteering with Special Olympics Illinois click here: www.soill.org/volunteers

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Cheryl Magnuson, Founder of Majestic Interior Design, Inc. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Cheryl Magnuson⁠:⁠ Majestic Interior Design, Inc. Websites:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, https://www.majesticinteriordesign.com/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics: Get To Know, Fun Facts, About Majestic Interior Design, Inc., Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Economic Development Matter?

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Heather Young, Owner of OhmFit Activewear. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: ⁠Heather Young:⁠ OhmFit Activewear Websites:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, https://ohmfitactivewear.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics: Get To Know, Fun Facts, About OhmFit Activewear, Favorite Food in Bloomington-Normal, and Why Does Economic Development Matter?

Alejandro Gómez Guillén is one of the candidates vying for the music director position at the Illinois Symphony Orchestra, and he is set to conduct the final performance of the season "Opposites Attract," which features Grammy-nominated pianist Joyce Yang. Guillén spoke to Community Voices about his interest in music and explained what audiences can expect to hear at the upcoming concert.The concerts take place at 7:30 p.m. on May 3 in Springfield and May 4 in Bloomington-Normal. Concert Comments are before the performances at 6:30 p.m. and there's a play on after party following the performances. For more information and for tickets visit ilsymphony.org.

On this week's episode of the #BuildingBN podcast, CEO Patrick Hoban talks with Ryan Whitehouse, Associate Director of Local Government & Political Engagement with the Illinois Farm Bureau and current #BNEDC Board Chairperson, about One Voice 2024. Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Ryan Whitehouse:⁠ Associate Director of Local Government & Political Engagement with the Illinois Farm Bureau Websites:  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠https://www.ilfb.org/⁠⁠ Info: One Voice 2024 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Topics: One Voice 2024, and favorite place to eat in Bloomington-Normal

Tania Miller is one of the candidates for the open Music Director position at the Illinois Symphony Orchestra. She'll conduct the upcoming concert "Captivating Contrasts," on Feb. 16 in Springfield, Ill. and on Feb. 17 in Bloomington-Normal, Ill. Miller spoke to Community Voices about the performance which will feature works by Beethoven, Barber and Nielsen.For more information visit ilsymphony.org

Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Krishna Balakrishnan:⁠ ⁠Owner of Parke Regency Hotel & Conference Center Websites:  ⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Info: Park Regency Hotel and Conference Center https://www.parkeregency.com/ Bon Chon https://locations.bonchon.com/ll/US/IL/Bloomington/1413-Leslie-Drive Real Estate Developer ⁠Topics: Get to know Krishna Balakrishnan, Fun Facts, The Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why does Economic Development Matter?

Host: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Diane Cote: Chief Executive Officer at Mid-Illinois Realtors Association Website:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠, Mid-Illinois Realtors Association Topics: Get to know Diane Cote, Fun Facts, The Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why does Economic Development Matter?

Whether you love Bugs Bunny or "Beauty and the Beast," the Illinois Symphony Orchestra (ISO) will bring the music from animation to the stage at their upcoming concert "Tunes from the Toons!" The performance will be conducted by music director candidate Yaniv Dinur and will feature music you heard in Saturday morning cartoons and animated feature films. The ISO will perform in Springfield, Ill. on Jan. 26 and in Bloomington-Normal on Jan. 27. For more information visit: ilsymphony.org

Talking Out Your Glass podcast kicks off 2024 with our first episode of Season 9! This  fascinating panel discussion on flameworking features four of the technique's most well-known artists: Paul Stankard, Carmen Lozar, Dan Coyle aka coylecondenser and Trina Weintraub. At different points in their careers, these four artists compare and contrast their journeys and experiences working glass behind the torch.  Considered a living master in the art of the paperweight, Paul Stankard's work is represented in more than 75 museums around the world. Over his 52-year artistic journey, he has received two honorary doctorate degrees, an honorary associate's degree, and many awards within the glass community, including the Masters of the Medium Award from Smithsonian's The James Renwick Alliance and the Glass Art Society's Lifetime Achievement Award. He is a Fellow of the American Craft Council and a recipient of the UrbanGlass Award—Innovation in a Glassworking Technique.   Stankard's current exhibition From Flame to Flower: The Art of Paul J. Stankard can be seen at the Morris Museum, Morristown, New Jersey, now through February 4. A documentary film titled Paul J. Stankard: Flower and Flame by award-winning filmmaker Dan Collins, premiers on January 31. On March 16, the film will be shown at Salem County Community College, Carney's Point, New Jersey, at the International Flameworking Conference, presented there by Collins. Born in 1975, Carmen Lozar lives in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, where she maintains a studio and is a member of the art faculty at Illinois Wesleyan University. She has taught at Pilchuck Glass School, Penland School of Craft, Pittsburgh Glass School, Appalachian Center for Crafts, The Chrysler Museum, and the Glass Furnace in Istanbul, Turkey. She has had residencies at the Corning Museum of Glass and Penland School of Craft. Although she travels abroad to teach and share her love for glass – most recently to Turkey, Italy, and New Zealand – she always returns to her Midwestern roots. Lozar is represented by the Ken Saunders Gallery in Chicago, and her work is included in the permanent collection at Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass, Neenah, Wisconsin. Besides continuing her work at Illinois Wesleyan University, Lozar will be teaching workshops at UrbanGlass, June 4 – 8, 2024, and at Ox Bow School of Craft, Saugatuck, Michigan, August 4 – 10, 2024. Menacing monkeys. Peeled bananas. Bad-tempered bears. Uniquely original Munnies. Daniel S. Coyle's whimsical, toy-inspired aesthetic in concert with mind-blowing skills on the torch have earned the artist a hefty 116K following on Instagram. The artist recently celebrated 12 years of being a full-time pipe maker. Coyle's work has been displayed in galleries around the world, and has been seen in print and web publications including Vice, Huffington Post, NY Times, and in the books This Is A Pipe and his self-published Munny Project book. Now residing in Western Massachusetts, he works alongside some of the state's top pipe makers. Coyle's 2024 events include: Community Bonfire (Maine), January 27; Michigan Glass Project, June 21 – 23: two-week intensive class at Corning Studios, Corning, New York, June 24 – July 5; Parlay Philly in September TBA; and Bad Boyz Do Basel 3 (Miami), September TBA. Creating playful objects and curious scenes inspired by childhood memories and dreams, Caterina Weintraub uses glass, a fragile and heavy material, to recreate iconic toys or re-imagine personal memories that evoke a sense of sentiment, wonder and discomfort. She utilizes a variety of techniques to create sculptures and installations in her Boston-based studio, Fiamma Glass. From intricate torch work to large-scale kiln castings and hot blown pieces, she chooses the process best suited to realize her vision. In 2024, Weintraub will participate in Habatat's Glass Coast Weekend, Sarasota, Florida, February 1 – 4; Glass52, International Glass Show, Habatat Gallery, Royal Oak, Michigan, May 5 – September 6; and the International Glass Show, Fort Wayne Museum of Art, Fort Wayne, Indiana, December 2 – February 18.  Enjoy this panel discussion about how these four artists crafted careers using the techniques and appeal of flameworking and where the process is headed into the next decade and beyond.     

Host: ⁠⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠⁠ Guest: John Quarton: Inaugural Director of The Petrick Idea Center at Illinois Wesleyan University Website:  ⁠⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠⁠, The Petrick Idea Center at Illinois Wesleyan University ⁠ Topics: Get to know John Quarton, Fun Facts, The Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why does Economic Development Matter? Social Media: Illinois Wesleyan University Facebook Illinois Wesleyan University LinkedIn ⁠BNEDC Facebook⁠ ⁠BNEDC LinkedIn

Host: ⁠⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠⁠ Guest: Craig McLauchlan Website: ⁠⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠⁠ Topics: Get to know Craig McLauchlan, Fun Facts, The Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why does Economic Development Matter? Info: https://news.illinoisstate.edu/2023/11/harriett-steinbach-named-director-of-innovation-and-strategic-partnerships/ Illinois Innovation Network Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub Selection U.S. EDA Tech Hubs https://news.illinoisstate.edu/2021/09/isus-new-innovation-hub-looks-to-spark-entrepreneurship-economic-growth-in-mclean-county/ National Science Foundation Granted Provost Office Staff   Social Media: Illinois Innovation Network Office of Graduate and Research Studies Facebook BNEDC Facebook BNEDC LinkedIn

Host: ⁠Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council ⁠ Guest: Ernie Waterson Website: ⁠https://www.bnbiz.org/⁠, https://www.iwu.edu/ Topics: Get to know Ernie Waterson, Fun Facts, The Perfect Day in Bloomington-Normal, and Why does Economic Development Matter?

Host: Patrick Hoban: CEO, Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council  Guest: Alan Sender Website: https://www.bnbiz.org/,  https://cira.com/about-the-airport/airport-authority/ Topics: Get to know Alan Sender, Fun and Interesting Facts about Alan Sender, and hear why he thinks Economic Development Matters.

Awakened Life Podcast - Interview with Brian Veeder "Navigating Business Valuation and Optimization” Awakened Life Podcast Season 4 Ep. 22 --- In this episode of "Awakened Life with Scott Landis," we're joined by Brian Veeder, a seasoned professional driven by his passion for optimization in organizations through operational and leadership excellence. Brian's extensive background spans various industries, lending him unique experiences and perspectives that he skillfully utilizes in his advisory services for both businesses and non-profit organizations. Hailing from central Illinois, Brian's journey includes experiences across different sectors, ranging from electronic test equipment for wireless communications to production agriculture, trucking, transportation, finance, and charitable giving in the nonprofit world. His diverse career history has enriched him with a broad spectrum of perspectives, relationships, and experiences. Brian's recent role as a leader at Kahuna Accounting allowed him to deeply engage with the day-to-day needs of the business, making significant contributions in an operations capacity. Beyond this, he is known for his expertise in business valuation services, particularly catering to small business owners who seek to maximize their business's value for optimal growth. With a heartfelt commitment to his community, Brian also dedicates his time as a part-time pastor at a local church in the Bloomington-Normal area. He raises his two children in LeRoy, embodying his values both personally and professionally. In this engaging conversation, Brian shares his insights on the significance of business valuation beyond the conventional buying and selling context. He underscores the importance of valuing a business as an ongoing tool for growth and self-advocacy. Moreover, Brian's passion for helping non-profit organizations achieve operational excellence and leadership growth shines through, offering a holistic perspective that extends beyond the corporate realm. Join us as Brian and Scott dive into the intricacies of business valuation, operational excellence, and the power of community support through their mutual connection in the Executive Mastermind community. This episode promises to provide practical insights and inspiration for business owners, leaders, and nonprofit organizations alike. to reach Brian: bveeder@gmail.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/briandveeder/ To Get a free Business Health Check for your business go to: https://www.awakenedlife.com/bhc --- To find greater balance in your work and life, download the Total Freedom (life wheel) Exercise here: wheel.awakenedlife.com To join the Awakened Life Community at our next live retreat in Scottsdale, please apply here: https://www.awakenedlife.live/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scott-landis/message

Check out this CIBL Throwback where Patrick Hoban joins the CIBL Podcast. Patrick shares his experience as the CEO of the Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council. Hoban talks about personal branding, social media, and LinkedIn hacks in this episode. You'll also hear about his unique journey from being a bartender to becoming a CEO. Patrick is a stud business leader and if you don't learn something from this podcast, it's your own fault! Central Illinois Business Insurance: http://ciblinsurance.com/ CIBL Merch Store: http://ciblmerch.com/ JEDCO Sales: https://www.jedcosales.com/ Zambu: https://www.zambuliquors.com/ CIBL Podcast Website: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ciblpodcast CIBL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CIBLpodcast CIBL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciblpodcast/ CIBL YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLk6uelLHR3qgCsZQ25PeJbnYNYs-hb1nv CIBL LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/central-illinois-business-leaders-podcast/ Garrett Ulmer's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrett-ulmer-547b65175/ Derek Hayden's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-hayden-cic-ba0a6963/

Cooper Goble, Kyle Boward and I switch things up on this episode of Cut to the Chase. Today we draft things from our hometown; Bloomington-Normal, Illinois. Let's just say, some of these picks were some major stretches.

Monica Bullington joins the CIBL Podcast to share her story. Monica is the team leader of The Monica Bullington Team at Re/Max Rising in Bloomington, IL. She is also the Owner and Founder of The Resilient Real Estate Agent training program. In this interview, Monica talk about how she got started in the real estate business. She tells us about her incredible team, how she uses video and marketing to gain business, and explains the awards she has earned in the real estate industry. Monica explains that she specializes in residential real estate and loves working in the Bloomington-Normal area. Monica also explains her personal journey and how she found her niche as a speaker and trainer for other agents. Through her personal struggles and triumphs, she created a unique keynote speaking career and training platform for real estate agents called The Resilient Real Estate Agent. Through this training she helps agents build a lucrative real estate career one step at a time. You can learn more about Monica and her businesses here: https://www.monicabullington.com/

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, May 11, 2023. You'll hear about a long-lost painting turning up at Bloomington Public Library. Plus, the Ecology Action Center shares some pointers on how to recycle in Bloomington-Normal.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, May 10, 2023. You'll hear the latest on the investigation into the death of an Illinois State University alum who was a Chicago cop. Plus, meet one of Bloomington-Normal's best cake makers.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, May 8, 2023. You'll hear about high-speed passenger rail's impact on Bloomington-Normal. Plus, Lyndsay Jones looks at the homeschooling community in McLean County.

CONTENT WARNING This episode contains discussions of sexual assault.Bloomington-Normal is a metro area of about 130,000 people in north-central Illinois. Located just two hours southwest of Chicago, Blo-No, as it is affectionally called, is one of those cities in America that's known for being, well, normal. It's flat, there's not much to see, and it's surrounded by cornfields. One local real estate agent describes Bloomington-Normal as the town that “has everything you need and nothing that you don't.” It's a town where people feel safe. So, it was quite disconcerting when on the 4th of April in 2003, a twenty-five-year-old woman, who was sound asleep in her home in Bloomington-Normal, was suddenly and terrifyingly woken in the middle of the night by an intruder. This was the second rape in four months, and police noticed that the details of that case were terrifyingly similar. It was unusual for the town to have even one occurrence of stranger rape at all, let alone two. Something was horribly wrong. The police had the sickening suspicion that the town had its very first-ever serial rapist.Join Cam and Jen as they discuss "The Secret Life Of Jeffrey Pelo"Thank you to EJ Hammond for requesting this episode.You can find her book, Ted Bundy: Memories of the Beast hereResearch and writing by Lauretta Allen Listener Discretion by OctoberpodVHSProducer Music & Editing by Nico at We Talk of DreamsSources:https://caselaw.findlaw.com/il-court-of-appeals/1541002.htmlhttps://abcnews.go.com/Primetime/illinois-police-sergeant-jeffrey-pelo-doubled-serial-rapist/story?id=11497530https://www.wglt.org/show/wglts-sound-ideas/2018-01-10/bloomington-mom-shares-heroin-heartache-to-help-othershttps://www.newspapers.com/image/75556460/?terms=Jeffrey%20Pelo&match=1https://www.newspapers.com/image/75850779/?terms=Jeffrey%20Pelo&match=1https://www.newspapers.com/image/75540537/?terms=Jeffrey%20Pelo&match=1https://www.amazon.com/From-Protector-to-Predator/dp/B091JG4FGL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=23LHV8WP0NAGV&keywords=who+the+bleep+did+I+marry+Pelo&qid=1680189416&s=instant-video&sprefix=who+the+bleep+did+i+marry+pelo%2Cinstant-video%2C87&sr=1-1http://395cjs.blogspot.com/2012/04/ex-bloomington-police-officer-found-to.htmlhttps://groups.google.com/g/alt.true-crime/c/es2_ys0U7P8?pli=1https://www.hss.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/carfentanil-detected-hay-river#:~:text=Carfentanil%20is%20one%20of%20the,than%20one%20dose%20of%20naloxone.https://www.newspapers.com/image/75540537/?terms=Jeffrey%20Pelo&match=1https://www.newspapers.com/image/75540532/?terms=Jeffrey%20Pelo&match=1https://www.newspapers.com/image/75582918/?terms=Jeffrey%20Pelo&match=1https://www.newspapers.com/image/340868552/?terms=Jeffrey%20Pelo%20rape&match=1https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YzFn8A4tZkhttps://www.newspapers.com/image/75862982/?terms=Jonelle%20Galuska%20Pelo&match=1https://www.sj-r.com/story/news/2008/08/13/ex-police-sergeant-sentenced-to/47620015007/https://www.sj-r.com/story/news/2010/10/07/appeals-court-upholds-ex-officer/42935830007/https://www.sj-r.com/story/news/2008/08/15/victim-in-pelo-case-challenges/46968768007/

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, April 19, 2023. You'll hear about ISU alum Jane Lynch's return to campus for a 3-week Visiting Artist residency. Plus, a look at the shortage of firefighters in Bloomington-Normal and beyond.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, April 17, 2023. You'll hear about climate change's impact on a maple sirup producer just southwest of Bloomington-Normal. Plus, a new book chronicles life in the punk rock band Poster Children.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, April 3, 2023. You'll hear from three Bloomington-Normal high school students about their plans to vote for the first time this week. Also, an interview with Carlock's mayor about the potential closure of her community's elementary school.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, March 30, 2023. You'll hear about the displacement of a homeless encampment in Bloomington. Plus, a new website will help people choose where to eat out in Bloomington-Normal.

Have you been to Oakland, California? Have you ever met Will Smith or Arnold Schwarzenegger? Have you taken a greyhound bus across the country? Have you ever been homeless? Have you wondered how you would feed your kids? Jamaal has. And boy, does he have a story. Hang on to your seat as Jamaal shares his journey to central Illinois, overcoming homelessness, and becoming an OTR truck driver at Nussbaum. It's quite a ride! Enjoying our podcast? Leave us a review! Your reviews help us spread the word about these important topics and invite more people into the conversation. FROM TODAY'S PODCASTGuest: Jamaal Germaine, Professional Driver Arnold Schwarzenegger BioWill Smith BioHome Sweet Home MinistriesKey Points: o The difficulties of providing for a family on a minimum-wage jobo The journey from California to Bloomington-Normal, Illinoiso Becoming a professional truck driver LET'S CONNECTVisit us online at terminalexchange.org.Follow The Terminal Exchange on social media! o Facebooko Instagram o Twitter ABOUT NUSSBAUM Employee-Owned, Purpose Driven | Nussbaum is an industry-leader in over-the-road freight transportation. For more information on our award-winning services and top-paying driver careers, visit nussbaum.com or nussbaumjobs.com.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, March 21, 2023. You'll hear about a plan that's resurfaced to expand the Bloomington-Normal airport's tax base to more of McLean County. Plus, a look at what's at stake for Unit 5's sports families in the April 4 referendum.

Hello and welcome to season 3 of The Treatment Room! Today we're joined by my friend Alyssa Brock, aka The Illinois Esty. Alyssa Brock is a licensed esthetician, owner of Lyss Skin Studio, and was named Bloomington/Normal's Best Esthetician in 2021. She is a certified Master Hydrafacialist, and Face Reality Acne Expert. Let's dive in for part 2 of our hot takes! Love this ep? Tag us on social and be sure to check out Alyssa's other episodes. We talk share our hot industry takes including: - what defines an acne specialist - the great BPO/ moisturizer debate - chemical peels... how deep is deep enough? - medical grade/ professional skincare/ physician dispensed skincare and who deserves access? follow Alyssa on IG CLASSES MENTIONED Douglas Preston Acne certification, classes + Rxtractor save with code Tess10 Acne Killers Academy with @CareClarkBSN Shop lip replenisher MY SOCIAL MEDIA + SHOPS shop acne safe makeup and more shop FSBT Shop acne safe makeup, hairecare and more or follow along on instagram @freeskinbytessa. To shop Glymed Plus, register on the top right via my authorized store: https://glymedplus.com/store/tessaskin Now Booking Acne Bootcamp! Book a skin consultation or mentorship call with me: www.tessaskin.com Tess' Instagram @myestytessa Tess' YouTube: Tess Zolly Tess' TikTok: @myestytessa Music: Sweet by LiQWYD | https://www.instagram.com/liqwyd Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US