Greg & Dan Show Interviews

Greg and Dan talk with Jason Klein, Vice President of Electric Operations for Ameren about the significant impact recent severe weather has had on the electrical system across the region. He discusses the number of utility poles lost over the past two weeks, the widespread outages that occurred, and the efforts made by Ameren Illinois crews and mutual aid teams to restore power to affected customers. He also shares what customers s...

Greg and Dan talk with Chris Setti of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council about disaster resilience and preparedness among businesses throughout the region. He discusses the economic impact that disasters can have on communities, the importance of planning and recovery efforts, and why maintaining a strong, vibrant downtown Peoria is critical to the area's long-term growth and success.

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Greg and Dan talk with Dave Johnson of Pearl Technology about a recently foiled attack that was allegedly planned around a major UFC event. He discusses how social media and private messaging platforms were reportedly used to communicate, the ways individuals may move conversations between apps to avoid detection, and the factors that ultimately led to authorities uncovering the alleged plan before ...

Greg and Phil talk with Roseanne Urbanc, Director, and Denise Beattie, Assistant Director, about the Mean Girls: High School Edition production by the Chillicothe Players, running June 25th–27th. They discuss how the musical stays true to the spirit of the popular movie, what they love most about the production, and highlight the talented cast, memorable characters, and show details audiences ...

Greg and Phil talk with Barry Cloyd about his upcoming performance with Brian Fox Ellis on Monday, June 22nd at Fox Pub, celebrating the summer solstice through music and storytelling. He reflects on his musical background, how long he has been performing, and why the summer solstice has inspired artists and musicians for generations. He also shares what audiences can expect from this unique evening of entertainment!

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Greg and Phil talk with John Ackerman, Tazwell County Clerk and Judge David Mason about the upcoming annual Juneteenth Ceremony happening tomorrow at 10:00 AM at Woodrow Cemetery. They discuss the history and purpose of the event, what this year’s ceremony will highlight, and the importance of remembering and honoring the history behind Juneteenth. Judge Mason also reflects on his long-st...

Greg and Phil talk with Jay Goldberg, a longtime friend of Greg for more than 40 years, about his life in retirement and his career. He reflects on the first show he ever promoted and produced, sharing stories and experiences from decades in the entertainment industry. He also previews The Texas Tenors - Live In Concert at Five Points Washington on Friday, June 19th at 8:00 PM, discussing the talented performers behind the group, w...

Greg and Phil talk with Dan McDonough about his recent retirement ceremony and distinguished military career. He reflects on when and why he first joined the military, the aircraft he was trained to fly, the skills and dedication required to serve, and some of the experiences that shaped his career. He also discusses his involvement with Greater Peoria Honor Flight, sharing why honoring veterans through these trips is both meaningf...

Greg and Phil talk with Chris Marsh, a professor of advertising, marketing, and public relations at Bradley University, and Morgan Green about the upcoming Bradley Arts and Tech Camp (BAT Camp) taking place July 19th-25th. They explain how students will live on campus for a week and take immersive, hands-on courses designed to introduce them to college life and creative fields.

Greg and Phil talk with Police Chief Brad Dixon about his first month serving as chief of the Peoria Police Department and his 25-year career with the department. He reflects on what originally inspired him to become an officer, what continues to motivate him today, and what has surprised him in his new leadership role. He also shares his outlook for the department moving forward, discusses ong...

Greg and Phil talk with Chris Setti of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council and Dave Demirjian of the Midwest Bioprocessing Center about the work being done at the Midwest Bioprocessing Center and its role in advancing innovation and product development. He explains how the organization got its start years ago, discusses one of its leading products and areas of focus, and shares how his professional background led him to...

Greg and Phil talk with Dave Johnson of Pearl Technology about scambaiting, the practice of intentionally engaging with scammers to waste their time or expose their tactics. He explains why responding to scammers is generally not a good idea, shares tips on recognizing scam attempts, why ignoring them is often the best response, and recommends forwarding spam text messages to 7726 (SPAM) to help wireless carriers identify and block...

Greg and Phil talk with Scott Slocum about his book The Great American Road Trip: Route 66 Adventures. He shares how his Route 66 journey began, the memorable attractions and small towns he visited along the way, and how he wrote the book as a practical travel guide for others looking to experience the historic highway. He also discusses the communities that continue to celebrate and preserve the le...

Greg and Phil talk with Leann Stickle about the 12th Annual Tri2BeatMS Kids Triathlon, taking place tomorrow, June 13th, at Shore Acres Park. She shares her personal journey with Multiple Sclerosis, discusses the symptoms and challenges she has faced, and talks about what life looks like today. Leanne also highlights event details and explains how the triathlon helps raise awareness for MS while giving back to the community and ins...

Greg and Phil talk with Billy Blasek and Lauren Blasek, owners of W.E. Sullivan's Irish Pub & Fare, about their exciting relocation within Peoria Heights. They discuss why they chose to remain in the community they love, the process of moving from their current location to the new space, and what customers can expect as they prepare for the anticipated opening of the new location.

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Greg and Phil talk with Bill Ordaz and Tim Herold about the recent controversy surrounding the Detweiller Marina and Playground property, a riverfront area that has been in the news due to a proposed sale of trust-owned land and concerns over public access. They discuss the approximately 27-acre property, its history as public recreation space, the events of the past six months, community concerns about preserving green space and t...

Greg and Phil talk with Tony Kozelichki about the 72nd Annual Joe Brady Golf Tournament, hosted by Croation Fraternal Union, on Saturday, July 18th at Kellogg Golf Course. He shares details about the long-running event, which includes registration at 10:00 AM and golf beginning at 11:00 AM, along with opportunities for golfers, juniors, and dinner guests to participate.