Let's Talk

Our guest this week on "Let's Talk Sedalia" is Lauren Thiel-Payne the Director of the Bothwell Regional Health Center Foundation. The Foundation has been in place for twenty years enhancing all the great services Bothwell provides.

Kayla Holland-Orell and Angela Spatz from Center of Human Services join us today to discuss what it is like to live with and interact with a person who has autism.

In this episode, Kirk Martin walks us through the process that him and many other volunteers undergo to make sure that the less fortunate of the Sedalia community have a warm place to stay when weather conditions become less favorable.

Mental health advocate Bill Turner joins us this week to discuss the different aspects of mental health consulting and the distinct differences between different mental health professionals.

In today’s episode, we welcome Ashley Avila and Dr. Bill Zima from Marzano Academies in Centennial, Colorado. They sit down with students from Smith-Cotton High School for a thoughtful conversation on Competency-Based Education (CBE). Throughout the discussion, students from a variety of CBE-aligned programs share how this approach shapes their learning, their progress, and their everyday classroo...

Charlie Guthrie is known statewide for his work on behalf of veterans. He is a key member of the "Wreaths Across America" team and speaks at many events and schools throughout the area. The Dresden school students, with the help of the school staff, held a pennies war supporting this honorable project in 2024. The "Let's Talk Sedalia" program is hosted by Ron Toellner and J...

Matt LaCase and Joe Fischer join us this week to talk about all things Liberty Center. We get to learn about the history of the Liberty Center and how it has evolved to fit into the modern society of Sedalia.

Sheriff Brad Anders joins us this week to discuss how he rose through the ranks of law enforcement and how the responsibilities of being Sheriff have shaped him into who he is today.

Learn about all the new things taking place at SFCC and the upcoming tax levy.

Join us for the final episode of this season as the CAPS students behind the Let’s Talk Sedalia podcast step in front of the mic! Maddie (Social Media), Ryland (Uploads to YouTube and Spotify), Janet (Video Editor), and Zach (In charge & Video Recorder) share their experiences, roles, and everything that goes into making the podcast happen each week. While we take a short break, we’ll be back...

Join us as we sit down with Kardell from the Northside Organization to discuss On the Inside ReEntry Academy, a powerful program supporting individuals transitioning back into the community after incarceration. Kardell opens up about his own journey—growing up in Sedalia, facing struggles in and out of prison, and ultimately finding purpose through self-improvement and service. Hear how he now pla...

Join us in today's podcast as we speak with Ellie Ruer and Dr. Misty Todd about the Bothwell-University of Missouri Rural Family Medicine Residency and their roles related to it. This podcast was made possible with the support of Queen City CAPS.

Join us as we sit down with Bev Rollings and Kimberly Knowle-Zeller for a thoughtful conversation about community, connection, and the power of local initiatives. Bev shares her journey as co-owner of Rollings Architect and co-founder of the Sedalia Farmers’ Market, while Kim reflects on what brought her to Sedalia and her passion for community building. They talk about the market’s mission, its v...

Join us as we talk with Ruthie Hart about the Liberty Center in Sedalia and the components that make up the center. We also dive deep into the Liberty Center's vital role in hosting community events!

In today's podcast we talk with Marsha Boeschen about her background and the monthly payment plan she set up after being elected as the Pettis County collector. The monthly payment plan that she instated allows for Pettis taxpayers to pre-pay their real estate taxes. She also shares insight of her office during tax season along with information about the new senior tax credit and how the program s...

Join us as we talk with Becky Imhauser about her background as an author and the history and founding of Sedalia. We also discuss the history of educational institutes in Sedalia. This podcast was made possible with the support of Queen City CAPS.

Join us as we sit down with Dianne Simon, Vice President of Thompson Hills Investment Corp and property manager at Thompson Hills Shopping Center! She shares how she works with local businesses and those looking to come to Sedalia, gives us a look at the legacy of founder E.W. Thompson, and talks about the land owned by Thompson Hills Investment Corp and how it plays a key role in bringing busines...

SFCC's sixth president, Dr. Bates, sits down with us to discuss the college's campuses across Missouri, their diverse programs of study, and new expansions made to the Sedalia campus!

Join us as we sit down with Kelsey Thomas, Ayla Perkins, and Kim Ream to talk about their powerful project, Your Mind Matters, part of the CAPS Medical Strand. Hear how they're raising awareness and making a difference in mental health! Additionally, Kevin and Kristy Long from Wildlife Ridge Winery talk about growing their business right here in Missouri. They share insights on sales, wedding serv...

We sit down with Rachelle Simon and discuss her background & her position as Executive Director for United Way. Join us in learning more about the brilliant work United Way does to help Pettis County! In our student news segment, we hear new opinions from current CAPS students about their experiences second semester in CAPS. 00:29 - CAPS Update 8:07 - United Way

Join us as we chat with Jeff Wimann and Michele Thierfelder about their journey at Sedalia Senior Center! From volunteer driver to dedicated employee, from cook to center coordinator, they’ve worked their ways up to make a real difference. They’ll share how state funding supports meals, transportation, and essential services for local seniors.00:00 Intro00:30 This Week's Guests

Join us as we chat with Chris Rippey about his passion for tree care and Whitney Cromley, founder and President of Cancer Perks, as she discusses her upcoming fundraiser: "Rock the Runway"! This podcast was made in collaboration with Queen City CAPS.

Join us as we talk with Robert Koffman, retired Pettis County Courthouse Judge, about his time in the courthouse and Ashley Young, S-C's SPIZ sponsor, about the upcoming Mr. SC competition and how it originated! This podcast would not be complete without the help of Queen City CAPS.

Join us as we discuss the upcoming robotics event being hosted at Smith-Cotton High School this week!

Join us along with Cesar Marin, the owner of El Tapatio, and his journey of moving to Sedalia from California and how he adjusted from big-city life to a small town, and how he worked his way up to being a business owner. We will also hear from Michael Stehwien and Tessa Childers about the integration of Personalized Learning Pathways (PLP) into Smith-Cotton High School. This podcast is made possi...