Greg & Dan Show Interviews

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 this field. They also talk about new investments, growth opportunities, and why Dave remains excited about the future of bioprocessing and innovation!

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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 fraudulent messages.

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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 legacy of Route 66 today.

Check out his book on Amazon.

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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 inspiring young athletes.

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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 trail access, and the responses from the Peoria Park District and other stakeholders. The conversation also highlights the upcoming honorary renaming event on Tuesday, June 23rd at 12:00 PM at Detweiller Marina, celebrating the legacy and history of the area. The debate centers on balancing future development with preserving public access and honoring the original intent of the land trust.

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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.

The dinner will be held at Lindenhoff, adjacent to the golf course, with doors opening at 4:30 PM and dinner served at 6:30 PM. Pricing is $95 for adults, $55 for juniors (under 18), $65 for golf and cart only, and $30 for dinner only.

For more information, visit www.cfu.org

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Greg and Phil talk with Sherry Cannon and Sherry Carter Allen about the upcoming Ernestine Jackson Freedom Parade, taking place Saturday, June 13th at 1:00 PM. They discuss the history and national recognition of Juneteenth, share Ernestine Jackson's powerful legacy, and highlight how the parade brings the community together through a multicultural celebration of freedom and unity.

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Greg and Phil talk with Bruce Huber about the upcoming Street Survival School on July 11th and 12th. Hosted by the BMW Foundation, the program teaches young drivers valuable accident-avoidance skills and helps build confidence behind the wheel. He discusses how inexperience remains a major factor in teen crashes and why hands-on training can help make young drivers safer on the road.

For more information, visit www.streetsurvival.org

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Greg and Phil talk with Aaron Comte about the upcoming memorial on June 14th at Springdale Cemetery, honoring three Revolutionary War Patriots. He shares details about the ceremony, the historical significance of remembering those buried there, and how the cemetery continues to preserve local and national history. 

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