Diocese of Springfield Bishop Thomas Paprocki joined Springfield's Morning News Friday to discuss the selection of Pope Leo XIV and what it means for the future of the church.

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Illinois Times reporter Scott Reeder joined Patrick to discuss fallout from Kristi Noem's visit to Springfield and pushback for invoking the murder of Springfield activist Emma Shafer.

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On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with:

• Lou Bart - YMCA

Trent R. Nelson spoke with the Y's Lou Bart for their monthly chat concerning the upcoming schedule of events for the Y, and all the wonderful programs and opportunities that it provides for the community, its adults, and its children!

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Erik Davis, Managing Editor of Fandango.com, stops by for his weekly chat. This week Erik discusses Marvel's new title for the Thunderbolts and the marketing that has come with it, the granular level of Andor in the Star Wars universe, what to expect in theaters this summer and some under the radar films hitting theaters this weekend. 

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Washington Monthly magazine Political Editor Bill Scher joins Patrick to talk about internal conflicts between Democratic primary voters and how it could impact the Senate race in Illinois or the 2028 presidential race. 

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Former State Journal-Register reporter and columnist Bernie Schoenburg talks about Governor Jim Edgar's first public comments since his cancer diagnosis and his reactions to Kristi Noem's Springfield comments. 

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Chicago Tribune reporter Jeremy Gorner discusses Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's Springfield folly and where big issues stand at the Capitol. 

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On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with:

• Ally Lopshire - American Cancer Society CAN

Trent R. Nelson spoke with Ally Lopshire of the ACSCAN concerning the cancer society, the legislation they are pushing for, why it's so important to get screened, and much more!

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Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.

Topics Discussed In This Interview:

• Sangamon County is now home to the largest solar power development east of the Mississippi River. On April 30, Swift Current Energy, a Boston-based firm, held a ribbon-cutting at its Auburn office for the Double Black Diamond solar farm.

• Harvest Kitchen + Bar held a soft opening in February, but the restaurant in Prairie Crossing has now expanded its menu and operating hours.

• Potbelly is opening its west-side location on May 13. 

• The former China Express on Toronto Road won't be vacant for long. Hello Thailand is currently renovating the space and plans to open this summer.

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On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, about the state of Illinois, Governor JB Pritzker, Donald Trump, how tariffs are set to impact ports and farms, Michael Madigan, and more!

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