Greg & Dan Show Interviews

Greg and Phil talk with J. Lenz of the band Pert Near Sandstone about the meaning behind their unique band name, their 20-year history together, and the group’s overall sound and musical style. He shares insights into the band’s members, their creative vibe, and previews their upcoming performance this Saturday at Friendly Valley Tavern.

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Greg and Phil talk with John Ackerman about a special event celebrating America’s 250th anniversary taking place Saturday, May 30th at 10:00 AM at Antioch Cemetery. The free event honors five Revolutionary War soldiers buried in Tazewell County, and he shares who these individuals were and why remembering their service is important as the nation approaches this historic milestone.

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Greg and Phil talk with Scott Altman about NASA’s recent announcement regarding the agency’s new Moon Base plans as part of the NASA Artemis program. He shares his excitement about the idea of creating a long-term human presence on the Moon and discusses why the planned lunar base near the Moon’s south pole is expected to be so large, with room for research, living quarters, power systems, and future expansion. They also talk about how NASA hopes the Moon Base will serve as a stepping stone for future missions to Mars and long-term space exploration.

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Greg and Phil talk with Rosie Wixom of Food Frenzy and Dr. Michael Tarantino of BCDI of Peoria about a sculpture originally purchased from Midstate College. They discuss the history behind the piece, why it was originally acquired, and the decision to now sell it, explaining how the proceeds will be used to further support community initiatives and programs tied to BCDI’s mission.

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Greg and Phil talk with Angie Brown and her son Karter Brown about the passing of her husband from colon cancer and how that experience led her to create the Michael P. Brown Colon Cancer Foundation. She shares her personal story, the foundation’s mission to raise awareness and support families affected by colon cancer, and highlights the upcoming Michael’s Run for Life Festival on July 18th, which includes a kids’ race and a 5K!

For more information and registration, visit www.run4michael.com

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Greg and Phil talk with Brian Ray of PNC Bank about his strong connection to the Peoria community and why he considers it home. He shares his involvement in local events like the Steamboat Race and Toytopia, his connection with the Peoria Riverfront Museum, and reflects on the significance of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary.

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Greg and Phil talk with Rusty Dunn and Jim Rimington of the Pekin Civic Chorus about their upcoming performances running Thursday through Sunday. They discuss the history of the chorus, details of the upcoming show, and what it takes to coordinate and lead more than 75 voices working together in harmony, highlighting both the challenge and beauty of large-scale choral performance.

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Greg and Phil talk with Kent Kramer, the new CEO of Goodwill Industries of Central Illinois, about the growth of new store locations and the deeper mission behind Goodwill. He explains how Goodwill is about much more than shopping and donating, highlighting the organization’s support for veterans, job training opportunities, employment programs, and the positive impact thrifting can have on both individuals and the community.

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Greg and Phil talk with Hannah Daly of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois and David Poehls about the urgent need for more volunteer mentors (“Bigs”) in Peoria. They highlight the organization’s mission of building strong, positive relationships between mentors and youth, and discuss the upcoming “60 Bigs in 60 Days” campaign, kicking off with a happy hour event on June 11th from 4:30–6:30 PM, focused on recruiting new mentors.

David also shares his personal experience as a “Big,” reflecting on how being part of the program for five years has positively impacted his life and how meaningful and enjoyable the mentoring relationship has been.

For more information, visit https://hoibbbs.org/ 

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Greg and Phil talk with David Vroman, who has directed the Peoria Municipal Band since 1991, about the group’s long history and musical legacy in the community. He shares insights into the band’s rich tradition, where its musicians come from, and previews the upcoming concert series, highlighting how the performances continue to bring live music to Peoria throughout the summer!

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