Interviews with people doing big things in the Bloomington-Normal area.
Episodes
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Monday Apr 26, 2021
Amelia is back by popular demand to talk all things Bloomington-Normal. We reflect on the recent election, the long term impacts of COVID on how we live and work, the housing market, and what books we've been reading.
We mention a study of the risks associated with COVID, one summary of which can be found here: https://www.brookings.edu/research/how-misinformation-is-distorting-covid-policies-and-behaviors/
Thanks to our sponsor Lil Beaver Brewery. Check them out at lilbeaverbrewery.com or at 5 Finance Drive.
Tuesday Apr 13, 2021
Tuesday Apr 13, 2021
What do you call two guys mansplaining simultaneously? A podcast! Justin and Tyson meet up at Lil Beaver to dissect election results and what they hope to see happen in the next 4 years.
If you like what you hear, please consider supporting us on Patreon. Go to patreon.com and search for "PodBN".
Thursday Apr 01, 2021
Thursday Apr 01, 2021
Tyson moderates a forum with the three candidates endorsed by the Bloomington Firefighters Union: Jamie Mathy (ward 1), Nick Becker (ward 5), and Mollie Ward (ward 7).
You can see the video on Facebook at "Bloomington Firefighters Union - IAFF Local 49".
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Justin, Jeremy, and Tyson reflect on their experiences recording the Election Edition podcast. Topics include election predictions, reflecting on the goals of the podcast, campaign strategy, our biggest surprises during the interviews, power/money dynamics with local organizations, what we look for in elected officials, our impressions of the candidates and of course lots of opinions on local issues.
Special guests:
Justin Bellas, Lil Beaver Co-Owner
Patrick Cortesi, Chair of the McLean County Democrats
Recorded on site at Lil Beaver Brewery!
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Justin, Jeremy, and Tyson reflect on their experiences recording the Election Edition episodes. Topics include election predictions, reflecting on the goals of the podcast, campaign strategy, our biggest surprises during the interviews, power/money dynamics with local organizations, what we look for in elected officials, our impressions of the candidates, and of course lots of opinions on local issues.
Special guests:
Rhys Shaffer, Lil Beaver Executive Chef
Patrick Cortesi, Chair of the McLean County Democrats
Recorded on site at Lil Beaver Brewery!
Friday Mar 12, 2021
Friday Mar 12, 2021
Interview with Town of Normal council candidate Kevin McCarthy.
Municipal elections are April 6.
You can find more information online at www.mccarthyforcouncil.com and @councilmanmccarthy on Facebook.
Thank you to our sponsor: Lil’ Beaver Brewery
Music: “Up for Days” by Pleasant Pictures Music Club
Thursday Mar 11, 2021
Thursday Mar 11, 2021
Interview with Bloomington ward 3 candidate Willie Halbert.
Municipal elections are April 6.
You can find more information on Facebook at "Willie Holton Halbert for Bloomington City Council Ward 3".
Thank you to our sponsor: Lil’ Beaver Brewery
Music: “Up for Days” by Pleasant Pictures Music Club
Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
Wednesday Mar 10, 2021
Interview with Bloomington ward 1 candidate Jamie Mathy.
Municipal elections are April 6.
You can find more information online on Facebook at "Alderman Jamie Mathy".
Thank you to our sponsor: Lil’ Beaver Brewery
Music: “Up for Days” by Pleasant Pictures Music Club
Tuesday Mar 09, 2021
Tuesday Mar 09, 2021
Interview with Normal town council candidate Scott Preston.
Municipal elections are April 6.
You can find more information on Facebook at "Councilman Scott Preston".
Thank you to our sponsor: Lil’ Beaver Brewery
Music: “Up for Days” by Pleasant Pictures Music Club
Saturday Mar 06, 2021
Saturday Mar 06, 2021
Interview with Bloomington mayoral candidate Mboka Mwilambwe.
Municipal elections are April 6.
You can find more information online at www.mbokaformayor.com.
Thank you to our sponsor: Lil’ Beaver Brewery
Music: “Up for Days” by Pleasant Pictures Music Club