92.7 WMAY Springfield's Latest Podcasts

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

• Chloe Lucca and Wesley Ridgeway - Central Illinois Foodbank

For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with both Chloe and Wesley regarding what's going on across the community this summer and beyond and how you can best help those who need food and resources, plus more!

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ICYMI; It is Mike's Penultimate show as the morning host on WMAY. Mike talks the legal fight between the NBA and TNT over broadcast rights, asks what constitutes being on time or late and a story that lets Mike know what he may be in for down in Florida. 

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Erik Davis, Managing Editor of Fandango.com stops by for his weekly chat. This week Erik is at Comic Con in San Diego. Erik talks the new Joker 2 trailer, Timothee Chalamet as Bob Dylan, Edgar Wright remaking The Running Man and just how good is Deadpool and Wolverine. 

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

• Tara Nickerson - Special Olympics of Illinois

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Tara Nickerson of the Special Olympics of Illinois concerning what the organization does, the upcoming Cardboard Regatta at Sheedy Shores, how SOILL positively impacts those around us, how to get involved, and so much more. 

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ICYMI: Mike talks Road Trip Etiquette, Kevin Hart joins Mike for the last regularly scheduled Hot Takes with Hart and Way Out Wednesday and we discuss the increase in VR Injuries. 

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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:

• Springfield Mass Transit District is receiving a $17.8 million federal grant to purchase 12 hybrid buses that are powered by a combination of diesel fuel and batteries, along with seven buses that burn natural gas.

   

  The move is being made in anticipation of future regulations that may eventually force transit districts to eliminate all emissions.

• Kevin England, who assumed the title of Memorial Health president July 1, is stepping down from the role due to "an unexpected and recent health issue," according to a statement from a Memorial spokesperson.

   

• Springfield will soon have a new option for soul food. Jenita Harris is opening 710 Rippy G’s in the food court at White Oaks Mall on Saturday, July 27.

   

• The Springfield Maid-Rite is planning a 100th Birthday Bash on Saturday, July 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Owners of classic cars are invited to attend, with no pre-registration or entry fee required. There will also be music and throwback food and drink prices.

   

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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:

• Casey Claypool - Docs Just Off 66

Trent R. Nelson spoke with the owner of Docs Just off 66 Casey Claypool regarding the historic origins of the spot. the food innovations made since it was purchased by Casey, ice cream, Route 66, and so much more.

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ICYMI: Does the old adage of money can't buy you happiness still ring true? Also LeBron James will be the Flag Bearer for Team USA at the Opening Ceremony of the Olympics and Mike goes over the list of the 15 best cartoons of the 90's 

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

• Dr. Jerry Kruse - SIU School of Medicine

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Dr. Jerry Kruse of SIU School of Medicine, SIU Medicine and more to discuss healthcare, healthcare education, some of the blights of our modern world, and more!

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ICYMI: Mike announces the future of the morning show on WMAY as well as the future for him and his wife. Mike also discusses our favorite ice cream flavors in the US, things that aggravate us while we are driving and gives you the last regularly scheduled Monkey Monday. 

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