Podcast appearances and mentions of Paul Osborne

February 19, 2026 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about local elections, learning from history, quirky Decatur Celebration attractions, and compassionate people. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 12, 2026 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about hotel history in Decatur and memories of the Decatur Celebration. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 5, 2026 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about Judge Parsons, local elections, city manager and school superintendent searches, and out of town Decatur Tribune subscribers. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 29, 2026 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the hiring of the new city manager and the search for the school superintendent. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 22, 2026 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to remember a pair of recently passed citizens, and to talk about the recent history of mayors and the city manager job. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 15, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the closing of Raupp's Shoe Store, the city manager search process, Billy Sunday, and city council business. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

December 11, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about local political candidates, the holiday season, and the Decatur Tribune Scrapbook feature of winter in old Decatur. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

November 13, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about Fred Puglia and the Decatur Celebration, the Cain family, and the search for the next city manager. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

November 6, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about his first television show called "Decatur Diary", meeting with Millikin's new president, and Veterans Day. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

October 23, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the city manager job opening, city council activity, and bad behavior towards local leaders over the years. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

October 16, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about Downtown Decatur nostalgia, Millikin University, modern sharing of information, and journalism standards. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

October 9, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the city's voluntary water conservation request, the Millikin Homestead, the importance of local news, and the J.J. Moran & Sons building. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September 25, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about his visit with US Representative Nikki Budzinski, trouble with mail service, city government relationships, and the buildings of Downtown Decatur over the years. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September 18, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the decision of Tim Gleason to resign as city manager and his experience working with a city manager and council while as mayor. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September 11, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about memories of 9/11, Natalie Beck being honored, and a busy fall full of community events. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September 4, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about relationships in city government and an 1860's gun battle in Downtown Decatur. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 21, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the closing of the Decatur Club, Speed Awareness Day, and a Hollywood actress during the silent film era that is buried in Decatur. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 14, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about local political candidates, traffic accident rates, and Farm Progress. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

August 7, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the Do Something Great Awards ceremony, his passion for his work and telling positive stories, and modern journalism. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 31, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the WSOY Community Food Drive and the Rogers Theatre. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 24,2025- City Hall Insider Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about old businesses in downtown Decatur and the history of Black media in Decatur with The Voice. Listen to the podcast now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 17, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about a special neighborhood 4th of July celebration, the Do Something Great Awards, traffic enforcement, and mail service woes. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 10, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the preservation of landmark buildings, continuity of leadership, local candidates, and former president Harry Truman's stop in Decatur. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 3, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about Caterpillar, summer heat, media personalities over the years, and his connection to radio and television. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 26, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about local election candidates, Decatur ties to the atomic bomb, and Mike McElroy. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 19, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about Mike McElroy being inducted in the hall of fame and local election primaries. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 12, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about memories of Chap's Amusement Park, other amenities Decatur currently has, V8, and low turnout in municipal elections. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 5, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about someone leaving a copy of the 25th anniversary edition of the Decatur Tribune at his office and some of the people and businesses relevant at that time. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 29, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about memories of Ray Eldridge, Decatur High School's basketball legacy, and traffic safety. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 15, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the new Ellsworth Dansby Jr. Magnet School, support from local elected officials, and the Macon County Clerk position. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Nikki teams up with Paul Osborne against the team of Christian Hernandez and Hollie Medina while Jonathan takes his rare turn in the host's chair. Enjoy!

May 8, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the financial importance of tourism, Farm Progress, God's Shelter of Love, political theatrics, and remembering a downtown market from years ago. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 1, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the A-1 Tourist Court, police chiefs, and history in Decatur. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April 24, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about Josh Tanner's and Dick Durbin's announcements that they won't seek re-election and positive things going on in the community. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April 17, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about redistricting and local representation. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April 10, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined guest host Kevin Breheny on Byers & Co to talk about the importance of local media, the Staley Building, Illinois taxes, civil discourse, and changes in journalism. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April 3, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about taxes, local election results, and the Farm Progress Show. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

March 27, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about nostalgia, voting, leadership, and current politics. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

March 20, 2025 - Former mayor, Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about favorite eateries, local leadership, long term relationships, and the mall. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 27, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the start of the year, the Transfer House, the start of voting, and journalism. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 20, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about Pritzker's state of the state speech, early voting, city government, the Avon Theater, and Millikin presidents. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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February 13, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the weather, local city council and school board candidates, and politics. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

February 6, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about behavior at city council meetings, the history of Fairview Park, and driver's license rules for seniors. Listen to the podcast now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 30, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about aircraft crashes, crossing paths with people over the years, long term leadership, and school district stability. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 23, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the history of newspapers and the Decatur Conference Center. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 16, 2025. - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about Real ID, weather, postal service, and communications. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollywood on the Rocks features a discussion of the Star Wars series The Acolyte. Plus Gina Carano's lawsuit is moving forward and more news. And an interview with Fluorescent Beast filmmaker Paul Osborne. Hilarity ensues!

Shannon Gaitz sits down with Survivor UK's Executive Producer, Stephen Lovelock, and Creative Director Paul Osborne to discuss Survivor UK 2023!

Shannon Gaitz sits down with Survivor UK's Executive Producer, Stephen Lovelock, and Creative Director Paul Osborne to discuss Survivor UK 2023!