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Leanne Prewitt is the CEO and President of Ervin & Smith marketing consultancy. ALSO… * Omaha firefighters battle ‘difficult’ fire at recycling center - from KETV * Former Nebraska Medicine CEO raises concerns over university’s $800M takeover plan - from KMTV * Omaha Westside district celebrates opening of new Westgate Elementary building - from Omaha World-Herald Get full access to OMAPOD at www....

Van Jensen is an acclaimed novelist, screenwriter and comic book writer. Godfall , his debut novel, is out today and is in development as a TV series with Academy Award winner Ron Howard attached to direct. As a comic book and graphic novel writer, Jensen has written world-renowned characters, including Superman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Godzilla, and James Bond. To order Godfall, click here . To...

Jewel Rodgers is the Nebraska State Poet, a 2025 Academy of American Poets Fellowship recipient and a 2025 AIRIES Fellow. To listen to the first part of Jewel’s episode, click here . For more information on NOMA, click here . ALSO… * Creighton to name new athletic facility after longtime donor - from WOWT * The goal behind UNO’s new Skills Lab - from KETV * Town and Country sees 30% jump in pet su...

Greg Ablett is CEO and co-founder of the Re-New Institute . To listen to Kaleb Duncan’s episode on the Men of Omaha men’s group that’s referenced, click here . For more information on the Men of Omaha men’s group, contact Kaleb here . ALSO… * Nebraska Medicine speaks out against $800M buyout as Regents delay vote - from WOWT * Developer sues City of Omaha over claims of missed construction deadlin...

Sarah Iverson is Owner and Play Alchemist for Curious Sunshine . To listen to Sarah’s first OMAPOD appearance: click here for part one, and here for part two. ALSO… * Omaha 18-year-old sentenced in deadly stabbing of a teenager - from KETV * ‘Respect Nebraska Voters’ effort begins signature gathering, meets early pushback - from Nebraska Examiner * New affordable housing complex breaks ground in O...

Senator Kathleen Kauth is in her second term representing District 31 in the Nebraska state legislature. To listen to the first part of Senator Kauth’s episode, click here . The Nebraska Legislature 2026 session begins today. ALSO… * Budget challenges may overshadow initiatives in Legislature - from Nebraska Public Media * Do Space closure leaves Omaha users without affordable tech access - from W...

Jewel Rodgers is the Nebraska State Poet, a 2025 Academy of American Poets Fellowship recipient and a 2025 AIRIES Fellow. To listen to the ‘Twas the Night Before Closures episode referenced, click here . To check out OMAPOD featured on NPR/Nebraska Public Media, click here . ALSO… * Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission approves new emergency regulations, cultivator license - from KETV * Nebraska r...

Bree Kalhorn is a stand-up comedian and improviser. To listen to Bree’s previous OMAPOD appearances, click the magnifying glass icon above and type in her name. ALSO… * NU has an $800 million plan to become Nebraska Medicine’s sole member. The system’s board is stepping up opposition - from Omaha World-Herald * New Omaha mental health center offers 24/7 support for children - from KETV * Nebraska...

Erin Hartley is Daybreak anchor for First Alert 6 . To listen to Erin’s previous appearance on OMAPOD: click here for part one and here for part two. To watch Erin’s story ‘Omaha family marks 5 consecutive family members born on same day,’ click here . To watch ‘Wahoo volunteer firefighters make incredible rescue of stranded driver buried in snow,’ click here . HAPPY HOLIDAYS! MERRY CHRISTMAS! HAP...

Bree Kalhorn is a stand-up comedian and improviser. For more information and tickets to Bree’s Roast Beef show at The Backline Comedy Theatre, click here . For more information and tickets to The Roast of 2025 show, click here . To listen to A Very Kalhorn Christmas that’s referenced: click here for part one, here for part two, here for part three and here for part four. To listen to Bree’s previo...

“ Chilly weather has hit Omaha’s bike-sharing program. The CEO is pedaling a 12-hour fundraiser ,” reports the Omaha World-Herald ALSO… * Dueling sides tout own ‘reliability’ arguments as vote nears on delaying North Omaha coal phaseout - from KETV * Nebraska DHHS budget proposal threatens caregiver hours for disabled residents - from WOWT * California company files suit to halt Omaha hotel demoli...

Senator Kathleen Kauth is in her second term representing District 31 in the Nebraska state legislature. ALSO… * Graduation and dropout report shows mixed results for Omaha public schools - from KETV * Omaha City Council to hear plans for historic apartment complex redevelopment - from WOWT * Omaha apartment fire leaves 18 without home - from KETV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscr...

Kaleb Duncan is the co-founder and co-administrator of the popular Manifest Omaha Facebook group, and the founder and moderator of the Men of Omaha men’s group. For more information on the Men of Omaha men’s group, contact Kaleb here . To listen to Kaleb’s previous OMAPOD appearances: click here for part one, and here for part two. For Kaleb with Sam Nieman on Manifest Omaha: click here for part o...

Van Jensen is an acclaimed novelist, screenwriter and comic book writer. Godfall , his debut novel, is in development as a TV series with Academy Award winner Ron Howard attached to direct. As a comic book and graphic novel writer, Jensen has written world-renowned characters, including Superman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Godzilla, and James Bond. Godfall will be released by Grand Central Publishi...

“ Notable 2025 restaurant closures, ” reports The Reader ALSO… * Omaha advocates call for change after three pedestrian crashes Tuesday - from KETV * $50 million road improvement project in Sarpy County aims to support industrial growth - from KMTV * Wind gusts damage holiday light displays at ChristmasLand near Valley - from WOWT Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

Aaron Gum is a synthesist, filmmaker , producer and musician . To listen to Synthmas Classics : Volume 1 , click here . To listen to yesterday’s episode on Omaha’s Holiday Music Scene with MarQ Manner that’s referenced, click here . ALSO… * Bicyclist dies after crash near Hanscom Park - from KETV * Suspect killed in shootout with Omaha Police entered U.S. as unaccompanied minor - from WOWT * Event...

MarQ Manner is a writer, music journalist and the creator of the Omaha Buzz Substack . To listen to MarQ’s previous OMAPOD episodes: click here for Part One, here for Part Two, here for MarQ on launching Space To Play and here for MarQ on the passing of The Reader founder John Heaston. ALSO… * $67.5 million approved for UNO Athletics project; construction to begin in 2026 - from WOWT * Nebraska la...

United States Senator Peter Welch is the junior Senator from Vermont. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2007 - 2023. He practiced law for several decades as a public defender and personal injury lawyer in a law practice he founded and was in the Vermont State Senate from 1981 - 1989 & 2003 - 2007. He’s the Ranking Member of the Agriculture Subcommittee on Rural Development, Energ...

Nationally touring stand-up comedian Dan Alten is an intelligent goofball from Kentucky who will be gracing the stage at The Sydney next Thursday, December 11th at 8:00 PM - tickets are $15.00 at the door. For more info on the show, click here . For tickets, click here . To listen to the first part of Dan’s episode, click here . ALSO… * Omaha port authority shakes loose part of interest funds it s...

Nationally touring stand-up comedian Dan Alten is an intelligent goofball from Kentucky who will be gracing the stage at The Sydney next Thursday, December 11th at 8:00 PM - tickets are $15.00 at the door. For more info on the show, click here . For tickets, click here . ALSO… * ‘Shots fired, officer down’: Broadcastify audio provides more insight into shooting that injured 3 officers - from KETV...

“ Bellevue Bay waterpark to become first Mattel-branded waterpark in the country ,” reports KMTV For more information on ‘We Make Omaha,’ click here . “ Fans at Memorial Stadium purchased more than $4.3 million of beer and seltzer, beating expectations ,” reports Nebraska Public Media ALSO… * North Omaha business park plan splits into multiple hubs, one might build innovative housing - from Nebras...

Scott Bishop is the founder of STU’s Kitchen Bloody Mary Mix & Concentrate . For 20% off online purchases , enter in promo code: OMAPOD To listen to the first part of Scott’s episode, click here . ALSO… * Sarah Root’s mother sees justice almost 10 years after her daughter’s death - from WOWT * Wounded Warriors Family Support launches ‘Light Up America’ campaign for Giving Tuesday - from KMTV * Sma...

Kishla Askins is a candidate for the second district Congressional seat in Nebraska. For more information on her campaign, click here . To listen to the first part of this episode, click here . To listen to Kishla’s first OMAPOD appearance: click here for part one, here for part two and here for part three. ALSO… * Omaha’s Metro Transit moving 13 routes amid slick roads - from WOWT * Firefighters...

Brooke Barsell is a poet, writing coach, teacher - and a hibernating comedian and comedy producer. To listen to the first OMAPOD Turk-tacular with Brooke - click here . To listen to Brooke’s episode on the Nebraska Writer’s Collective poetry slam finals - click here . We’ll return with a new OMAPOD episode on Monday, December 1st. Have a HAPPY THANKSGIVING! ALSO… * Donald Trump endorses Gov. Jim P...

“ New Passport Program aims to support businesses along Omaha streetcar corridor ,” reports WOWT ALSO… * 13 alleged Crips gang members arrested in Omaha area - from WOWT * Former State Sen. Lynne Walz steps toward run for Nebraska governor - from Nebraska Examiner * Inspired regent and philanthropist gifts university in midst of Nebraska budget cuts - from KETV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.oma...