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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! HAPP...

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 previou...

“ Chilly weather has hit Omaha’s bike-sharing program. The CEO is pedaling a 12-hour fundraiser ,” reports the Omaha World-HeraldALSO…* 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 demolition...

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/subscribe

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 on...

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 Publishin...

“ Notable 2025 restaurant closures, ” reports The ReaderALSO…* 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 mark...

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 lawma...

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, En...

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 said...

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* Ne...

“ Bellevue Bay waterpark to become first Mattel-branded waterpark in the country ,” reports KMTVFor 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 MediaALSO…* North Omaha business park plan splits into multiple hubs, one might build innovative housing - from Nebraska...

Scott Bishop is the founder of STU’s Kitchen Bloody Mary Mix & Concentrate .For 20% off online purchases , enter in promo code: OMAPODTo 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* Smal...

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 bat...

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 Pill...

“ New Passport Program aims to support businesses along Omaha streetcar corridor ,” reports WOWTALSO…* 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.omapod....

Kishla Askins is a candidate for the second district Congressional seat in Nebraska. For more information on her campaign, 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…* Has 2026 GOP primary for Nebraska governor already started? - from Nebraska Examiner* Five-year-old hospitalized after accidentally shooting th...

To review the new stadium Resolution discussed in this episode, click here .“ Nebraska sports facility projects seek state incentive but hit Pillen wall ,” reports Nebraska Examiner“ LOVB Nebraska, Premier Nebraska Volleyball club open joint training facility in Gretna ,” reports KMTVALSO…* Amid ICE crackdown, detained docket dominates Omaha court’s attention, worsening backlog - from Flatwater Fr...

Scott Bishop is the founder of STU’s Kitchen Bloody Mary Mix & Concentrate .For 20% off online purchases , enter in promo code: OMAPODALSO…* MECA taps new CEO as Omaha aims to attract bigger conventions and meetings - from Omaha World-Herald* Nebraska’s projected budget deficit grows to $471 million ahead of 2026 legislative session - from Nebraska Examiner* Bellevue looking for input regardin...

To see the referenced ‘Hannah Husker’ page, click here . For more information on Omaha’s Sister Cities, check out the Omaha Sister Cities Association here . To listen to Joe Chapuran’s OMAPOD episode taking us inside Omaha’s sister cities, click here . ALSO…* OPPD proposes 5-9% annual rate increases through end of decade - from WOWT* Bellevue demolishes trafficking case motel despite no communicat...

“ OPS Board clashes over member’s proposal to fund free meals for all students ,” reports the Omaha World-Herald“ Omaha Streetcar Authority proposes $4.5M bonus to speed construction ,” reports WOWT“ Omaha urban farmers oppose proposed limits on backyard chicken flocks amid rising complaints ,” reports KMTVALSO…* Omaha woman hit and killed by flatbed tow truck over the weekend, Lincoln police say...

To check out KETV’s 2025 guide to winter festivities in Omaha, click here .ALSO…* Omaha City Council will consider fining drivers for parking on grass - from KETV* Omaha Holiday Boutique brings crucial sales to vendors - from WOWT* Project Pink hosts annual Thanksgiving gatherings for breast cancer survivors - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

Dulce Sherman is the Owner and Chief Executive Advisor of Sherman Executive Consulting .To listen to the first part of Dulce’s episode, click here . To listen to previous episodes featuring the work of The Kim Foundation, click here ; and here .ALSO…* Take a look inside the new Omaha Central Library - from WOWT* ‘Nothing brings Seyvn home’: Parents of teen killed on Halloween night speak out - fro...

Dulce Sherman is the Owner and Chief Executive Advisor of Sherman Executive Consulting . ALSO…* Nebraska lawmakers seek extra security at state Capitol ahead of 2026 session - from Nebraska Examiner* New program aims to help Nebraskans finish college degrees - from WOWT* Boys Town announces $300 million expansion of National Research Hospital - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com...