Greg & Dan Show Interviews

Greg and Phil talk with Jamel Santa Cruz Wright, President of Eureka College, about special events taking place on Friday, June 5th, honoring the legacy of alumnus Ronald Reagan while celebrating the future of the college’s football programs. The events include a Chicago Bears Girls Flag Football Clinic and the launch of Eureka College’s new women’s flag football team. Dr. Wright discusses how athletics helped keep Reagan at Eureka through a scholarship and how sports continue to create educational opportunities and open doors for students today.

For more information, visit www.eureka.edu.

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Greg and Phil talk with Logan Makiney about his recent act of bravery at Chapters Living of Washington. While driving by late at night with his girlfriend, Logan noticed flames coming from the building and immediately sprang into action, running inside to help residents evacuate. He shares how he knocked on doors, assisted people to safety, and did everything he could to alert residents to the danger, as well as his thoughts in the moment and the reaction from family, friends, and the community afterward. His selfless actions helped protect vulnerable residents and have earned widespread recognition and gratitude.

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Greg and Phil talk with Chris Watkins about the recent case involving a man accused of impersonating a police officer in the Peoria area. Sheriff Watkins explains how similar incidents have occurred before, discusses motorists’ rights during traffic stops, highlights warning signs that may indicate something is suspicious, and stresses the importance of complying with instructions during an encounter and addressing concerns afterward. He also talks about why individuals may commit these offenses and the reaction from the law enforcement community.

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Greg and Phil talk with Adam White about the upcoming Steamboat Classic and reflect on how the event has become a longstanding tradition built over the last 50 years. He discusses the process of organizing the race, the strong running culture in Peoria and the surrounding region, and how the event continues to bring the community together year after year.

For more information, to become a volunteer, or to learn about related events, visit www.steamboatclassic.com.

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Greg and Phil talk with Derek Oddo of the Peoria Heights Kiwanis Club about the upcoming 5th Annual Bar Stool Open happening Saturday, June 6th. He explains how the event combines a mini-golf tournament with a bar crawl, bringing people together for a fun day while encouraging community involvement and supporting local initiatives.

Participants can learn more and sign up through the Peoria Heights Kiwanis Club Facebook page.

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Greg and Phil talk with Nathan Rodriguez and Alex Hunt about West Side Story, the upcoming production at Corn Stock Theatre. They discuss their characters, what audiences can expect from the iconic musical, and share details about the show and how to get tickets.

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Greg and Phil talk with Dave Johnson of Pearl Technology about data centers - the good, the bad, and the reality behind them. He explains why there is a growing need for these massive facilities, how they support everyday services like streaming TV, healthcare systems, internet access, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence, and discusses both their environmental impact and the benefits they bring to modern life and the economy.

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Greg and Phil talk with Rik Edgar about his announcement that his final day at the Peoria Civic Center will be June 20th. He reflects on his eight years in Peoria, how he arrived in the role, and the experiences that shaped his time there. Rik shares favorite moments, memorable shows, and what has stood out most about being part of the community, especially his love for human connection and storytelling through live events.

We will miss you Rick! Thank you for everything! 

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Greg and Phil talk with Jan Brown about her work with “The Pickup Chicks,” a group she started with a friend focused on picking up trash throughout the community. She shares how the effort began, why they do it, and how they now go out 3–4 times a week collecting litter and taking it to local dumpsters. Jan also talks about the positive community response and how they’ve noticed a visible improvement in cleanliness over the past year and a half.

If you see them out, say hi and give them a high five!

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Greg and Phil talk with Darin LaHood, who is running for re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives, about his ongoing work serving constituents and addressing key issues. He discusses listening to community concerns and responding with practical solutions, as well as topics including the Iran conflict and potential diplomatic efforts, the farm bill, and residential and commercial development priorities. Congressman LaHood also shares his goals for improving affordability and strengthening the future of the region.

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