Byers & Co. Interviews

February 3, 2026 - Natalie Beck and Andrea Gerhard of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation joined Byers & Co to talk about the grant program calendar including micro grants, teacher development, and the She Gave Giving Circle. Listen to the podcast now!

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February 3, 2026 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about opportunities to demo footwear from Brooks, running events, new shoes and spring clothing, sale shoes, and footwear for the workplace. Listen to the podcast now!

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February 2, 2026 - Brian Barnhart joined Byers & Co to talk about the big Illini win over Nebraska, the women's basketball program, changes coming to the Illini football coaching staff, and Monday Morning Quarterbacks. Listen to the podcast now!

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February 2, 2026 - Amber Kaylor of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois joined Byers & Co to talk about the Give a Little Love campaign at McDonald's, Red Shoe Gala, and their 40th anniversary. Listen to the podcast now!

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February 2, 2026 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about the start of the new year, Black History Month, focusing on serving the collective, and providing career pathways. Listen to the podcast now!

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February 2, 2026 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe and City Manager Melissa Hon joined Byers & Co to talk about Melissa being named as City Manager, her path to the position, the search process, and her plans for the future. Listen to the podcast now!

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February 2, 2026 - Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to preview the February 2, 2026 edition of Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday that will feature Aric Lee, Amber Hooker, and Debbie Bogle. Listen to the podcast now! 

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January 30, 2026 - Angela Foulke of the Decatur Family YMCA joined Byers & Co to talk about pickleball popularity, the Illini, Indy racing, and The Pitt. Listen to the podcast now!

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January 30, 2026 - Parsons Elementary School 6th grade teacher Jacie Cecil, 5th grade teacher Andrea Hill, and 4th grade teacher Jason Pittman joined Byers & Co to talk about their paths into teaching, the legacy of Judge Parsons, family nights, and special ways they celebrate and involve their students. Listen to the podcast now!

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January 29, 2026 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the hiring of the new city manager and the search for the school superintendent. Listen to the podcast now!

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