Greg & Dan Show Interviews

Greg and Yvonne talk with Jennifer Brady and Nikki Andrews about the mission of the Peoria Repair Cafe and how it helps people throughout the community by repairing broken household items instead of throwing them away. They discuss how the organization started a few years ago, the wide variety of items volunteers can repair - including clothing, small appliances, electronics, and more - and how the effort promotes sustainability wh...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Roseanne Urbanc about the Chillicothe Players's upcoming production of The Great Gatsby, running August 6-9, 2026, with performances Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Roseanne shares the storyline behind the classic tale, explains how audience members will have opportunities to be part of the experience, and previews what makes this product...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Chris Setti about the origins of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council, which began 45 years ago during a time when community leaders recognized the need to strengthen the region's economy. He reflects on the early conversations and partnerships that laid the foundation for the organization and discusses how its mission has evolved into promoting Peoria and Central Illinois as a great place to li...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Dave Johnson of Pearl Technology about the vulnerabilities facing today's critical infrastructure and why older technology connected to the internet can create significant cybersecurity risks. He explains how cyberattacks from foreign entities have been occurring for years, discusses the roles of organizations like InfraGard and CyberAvengers and breaks down the differences between Information Technol...

Greg talks with Scott Pyle about Corn Stock Theatre's upcoming production of Matilda, running July 31-August 2 and August 5-8 at the Five Points Washington Performing Arts Center. Scott shares details about the beloved musical, which is based on Roald Dahl's classic book, discusses his role and character, and talks about what audiences can expect from the production. He also highlights the work of t...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Justine Siegal about becoming the commissioner of the Women's Professional Baseball League and why the opportunity has been a full-circle moment in her career. She discusses why Springfield, Illinois, was chosen as the league's home, highlights some of the standout players fans can expect to see, and shares the overwhelmingly positive response from audiences as women's prof...

Greg and Yvonne talk with director Jace McCance about Peoria Players Theatre's upcoming production of The Addams Family, opening August 5 and running through August 9. He shares what makes the production such a fun experience, discusses the talented cast, highlights some of the show's memorable moments, and previews what audiences can expect from this entertaining musical filled with humor, heart, a...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Beau Sutherland and Kelsy Martin about several exciting developments at the Peoria Civic Center. They discuss the ongoing Glass Arcade renovations and what visitors can expect from the transformed atrium entrance, along with the installation of a new ice plant scheduled to be completed by the end of October for the Peoria Rivermen. They also highlight the new partnership be...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Dr. Rolle, about settling into her new role as president of Illinois Central College and her experience moving to the Peoria area. Drawing on her extensive background in community colleges, she shares her passion for transforming students' lives through education and explains the important role community colleges play in preparing students for college, careers, and lif...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Brian Ray about why he felt compelled to connect with Morgan Needs an Organ and share his own experience of donating a kidney. Brian explains how his personal journey inspired him to become a source of encouragement and support for Morgan, offering to help in any way he can while ensuring her story reaches as many people as possible. He also discusses the upcoming Morgan's ...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Bryan Drew about his campaign for Illinois Comptroller and what he would bring to the office if elected. He explains the comptroller's role as the state's chief fiscal officer, responsible for managing state payments, overseeing financial accountability, and helping ensure taxpayers know how public money is being spent. He also discusses how his more than 25 years of experi...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Asha Verghese, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility at Caterpillar, and Henry Vicory, Director of Guests and Community Relations at Caterpillar, about Caterpillar Inc.'s announcement of a $10 million investment to help strengthen Illinois' future manufacturing workforce. As part of Caterpillar's broader Building the Future Workforce Initiative, the investment is designed to expand training opportunities...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Kelsy Martin about the recent announcement that the Gilmore Foundation has awarded a $300,000 grant to support the Staging the Future program through the American Theatre Guild. The funding will help expand opportunities for Peoria Public Schools students to experience live Broadway performances and participate in educational arts programming. She discusses how exposing stu...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Erica Baird about her Peoria roots and her new role as Vice President of Global Sales and Service at Cummins Inc.. She discusses the company's mission of delivering innovative power solutions, her responsibilities in leading global sales and service efforts, and Cummins' growing role in supporting the rapidly expanding data center industry. She also shares how her local bac...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Nate Heinold about the Ledgestone Open, with kickoff events beginning tomorrow. He reflects on how the tournament has grown since its start in 2011 into what is now considered the largest disc golf event in the world. He shares how his passion for disc golf began, discusses the continued growth of the sport, and highlights the tournament's commitment to giving back through ...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Dr. Paris McConnell about school funding, the role of the Board of Education, and the ongoing conversations surrounding public education. She shares her passion for serving students and families, discusses how changing family dynamics have shaped the needs of today's schools, and emphasizes the importance of listening to understand, building meaningful connections, and work...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Kathleen Hermacinski and Cass Hermacinski about their efforts to help revive Landmark Lanes, a bowling center with a rich history in both Peoria and the sport of bowling. They discuss the extensive revitalization project, including fundraising, cleanup efforts, renovations, and the work required to bring the facility back to life. They also share how they each developed a p...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Megan Blardo and Anthony Blardo about Eastlight Theatre's upcoming production of Les Misérables, opening August 14. Anthony discusses the character he portrays and the experience of performing in one of Broadway's most beloved musicals, while Megan shares how the powerful score brings the story to life. They also talk about working with a talented cast from across the regio...

Greg and Yvonne talk with Roosevelt Myles about his remarkable life story after spending nearly three decades in prison and the upcoming screening of his documentary, Post Conviction, at 6:00 p.m. tomorrow at the Peoria Riverfront Museum. He discusses the purpose of the documentary, which explores his journey from incarceration to rebuilding his life through service and involvement in the community....