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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about. Topics Discussed In This Interview: Following this summer’s fire, Adams Street in downtown Springfield is now facing further demolitions, and...

Sangamon County Democratic Chairman, Illinois Democratic Central Committee member, and Democratic National Committee member Bill Houlihan discusses expectations for the Trump administration, how Democrats start talking like normal people again, and expectations for 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Pat Brady joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Democratic fighting at the statehouse, the Madigan trial, and Republicans taking aim at each other. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune political reporter Rick Pearson joined Patrick Pfingsten to talk about his conversation with House Speaker Chris Welch, drama among Democrats at the Statehouse, and the Madigan trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Petrella joined Patrick Pfingsten to explain a major fine for a fixture in Illinois' COVID response and the ongoing battle between Governor JB Pritzker, House Speaker Chris Welch, and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

POLITICO congressional reporter Mia McCarthy joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss spending plans in the Republican congress and how the Senate will address Trump's cabinet nominees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Actor of screen and stage as well as author Josh Gad stops by to discuss his new tell some book "In Gad We Trust". We discuss how Gad, a twenty year resident of LA is dealing with the fires and how we all come help the city during this trying time. We also talk how the book came together, how the process is going in his directorial debut, the upcoming Chris Farley Biopic. Of course with Mike being...

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Tara Nickerson - Special Olympics of Illinois Trent R. Nelson speaks with Tara Nickerson of the Special Olympics of Illinois concerning what the organization does, how SOILL positively impacts those around us, how to get involved, the events and sports of January and beyond, plus so much more.  Share and subscribe, and...

Kevin Hart joins Mike Wennmacher to discuss what is coming up in local theater in this month and gives his thoughts on Hollywood awards shows.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erik Davis of Fandango.com stops by for his weekly chat. This week we talk Golden Globes winners, the most anticipated films of 2025, the Creature Commandos season 1 finale, this week's new releases as well as Christopher Nolan taking on the Odyssey.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee Enterprises political reporter Brenden Moore discusses tensions at the statehouse between Governor Pritzker and other Democratic leaders and how it will impact the spring legislative session. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Springfield City Clerk Chuck Redpath joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss his controversial appointment and how he plans to run the office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Mike Coffey (R-Springfield) reflects on his first two years in office and talks about financial challenges facing the state this spring. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Tribune reporter Ray Long reacts to former House Speaker Michael Madigan's decision to testify in his federal corruption trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with: Tara Matheson - ImpactLife Trent R. Nelson spoke with Tara Matheson of ImpactLife about the joy of being kind to others, donating blood, and what kind of positive incentive those who give the gift of life can receive across January and the entire new year, plus so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and...

On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, about Snowmaggedon, Rivian, Michael Madigan, Chicago's School Board and budget battles, and so much more! Don't forget to subscribe and share; don't forget to keep shining that light on Illinois state government! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Trent R. Nelson speaks with CEO, and President Ryan McCrady, for their bi-weekly chat concerning the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about. Topics Discussed In This Interview: Infrastructural reforms across the city SCHEELS Sports Complex at Legacy Pointe Progress on both newly announced warehouses from Ama...

Former Glenwood Titans QB Luke Lehnen sits down with Mike Wennmacher to talk his record breaking career at North Central, being a 2x National Champ, a 2x Gagliardi Award winner, what advice he would give high school senior and what the future holds for him.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Amy Beadle - Visit Springfield For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Amy Beadle of Visit Springfield concerning what's been going on across the community since last they sat down and spoke, how December went, and what to expect across all of January! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors a...

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about. Topics Discussed In This Interview: Broadgauge in Petersburg is closing later this month, but owner Douglas Pope said he hopes to find a buyer who w...

Scott Reeder of the Illinois Times reacts to Michael Madigan's decision to take the stand in his federal corruption trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel joined us to talk about the shocking decision for former House Speaker Michael Madigan to take the stand in his own corruption trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chicago Sun-Times political reporter Mitch Armentrout joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the growing tensions between Gov. JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and a controversial gun bill passed by the General Assembly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Karina's Bill, election integrity, and state finances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.