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Springfield Police Chief Ken Scarlette, who is retiring next month, reflects on 27 years with the department, and how controversies have changed policing in Springfield. 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: Jeff Schoep - Simon Wisenthal Center, MMOT , and others For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Jeff Schoep about his work for the Simon Wiesenthal Center and MMOT, what the organization he once led does, how it functions, how he came to denounce it and work for change and love, what he's doing now, those...

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Bruce Parry - National and Illinois Unions For The Homeless For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Bruce Parry of the National and Illinois Unions For The Homeless regarding what the organization does, how you can get involved, and much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved...

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: A Springfield company is asking the city for $2.6 million in TIF revenue to help renovate the long-vacant former...

On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, about the state of Illinois, JB Pritzker, how Trump Administration policies are impacting people, farmers, and transportation, the Emil Jones III trial, tariffs, stocks, and more! Don't forget to subscribe and share; don't forget to keep shining that light on...

Chicago Tribune political reporter Rick Pearson joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss Joe Biden's Illinois appearance nobody asked for, Governor Pritzker's date with Congress, and ethics reform in the legislature. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former State Representative Dan Caulkins joins Patrick to discuss the problems facing the Illinois GOP and why he thinks the party needs more conservative candidates.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Illinois GOP Chairman Pat Brady talks about what kind of candidates Republicans need to recruit to have a chance to win in 2026.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former State Representative Mark Batinick talks about GOP struggles in the suburbs and how that impacts the party's chances in 2026 and 2028. 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: Dorothy Hutchinson-Gross - Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Dorothy Hutchinson-Gross of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum regarding upgrades to the grounds, Mary Lincoln's Garden, a bit of indigenous plant history, and so much more!...

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Joyce Nardulli - World Affairs Council of Central Illinois For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Joyce Nardulli of the World Affairs Council of Central Illinois concerning what the organization does, how you can get involved, recent and future events, and much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that...

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with: Joyce Nardulli - World Affairs Council of Central Illinois Dorothy Hutchinson-Gross - Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum Jim Watts - ImpactLife See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with: Lou Bart - YMCA Ryan McCrady - Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Ben Szalinski of Capitol News Illinois joined Patrick to discuss why the legislature took so long to pass any bills and how the homeschool issue became the most talked about bill of the spring. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longtime Washington journalist Chris Cillizza joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss why he thinks Governor Pritzker is a top Democratic contender for the White House and how bad the tariffs have been politically for President Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illinois Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Lou Sandoval joined Patrick to discuss President Trump's tariff policies and Illinois' ongoing business climate struggles.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Hart stops by to chat with Mike about all the goings on in Springfield's Art and Theater community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Magician/Illusionist David Blaine stops by to talk with Mike about his new show on National Geographic and streaming on Hulu and Disney + " David Blaine: Do Not Attempt." David discusses what he wants the viewer to get out of the show as well as what he learned in the 3 years it took to make it. We also discuss David's journey in magic, is there a difference between a magician and an illusionist a...

Chicago Tribune political reporter Jeremy Gorner joined Patrick to discuss controversies around Senate President Don Harmon and Governor JB Pritzker's recent budget comments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Terra Costa-Howard (D-Glen Ellyn) joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss her controversial bill adding regulations on homeschooling and why she's making changes to the bill in response to criticism from homeschool supporters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erik Davis, Managing Editor of Fandango.com stops by for his weekly chat. This week we wrap up last week's CinemaCon coverage, look forward to Last of Us Season 2, discuss how intense Warfare is, is the Amateur a geeky Jason Bourne, how fun is Drop. We also talk Erik heading to Tokyo for Star Wars Celebration next week as well as the new Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan vampire flick Sinners in...

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: Update on the Trade Mission that Ryan recently took part in with Governor JB Pritzker Stock Market Uncertainty New federal jobs repo...

On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, about the state of Illinois, JB Pritzker, how Trump Administration policies are impacting people, farmers, and transportation, plus some news from the BGA and the Illinois Answers Project, and more! Don't forget to subscribe and share; don't forget to keep shi...

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: After a “mortifying” experience with her own daughter, Megan Stoller decided to open Springfield Lic...