#LovinLebanon Podcast

Raise your hand if getting in better shape is your 2022 New Year's resolution. A new "dumbbell club" that recently opened in Lebanon aims to offer a new type of fitness experience for those in the Lebanon area.

West Indy Barbell Co-Owners Andrew Ponsler and Darwin Robinson join us for Episode 64 of the podcast. Andrew and Darwin share why they chose Lebanon, they detail a few of the success stories they've been a part of, and put to rest some misconceptions surrounding dumbbell clubs.

To learn more, visit the West Indy Barbell website!

Chances are you've noticed the addition of artwork throughout the Lebanon community. Art is being added - with more on the way!

One of the artists behind the movement, Scott Trafford, stops by for Episode 63 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast to share his excitement for the injection of art into the community. A life-long resident, Scott also shares when he was first "bitten" by the art bug, and the various places he has painted across the country.

Trafford also shares his reasoning for being so passionate about the "Ocean Escape" mural, and why he continues to embrace the whimsiness of artwork in various forms.

Take a listen to Episode 63 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast!

Looking for something fun to do on Thanksgiving morning? You know, before you dig into all that delicious food? Why not walk or run for a great cause? You can still sign up!

Boys & Girls Club of Boone County Resource Development Director Katie Reasoner and Events & Marketing Manager Amy Hartwig join us for Episode 62 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast to preview the L Gravy Chase! This 5k, circling Memorial Park and heading downtown, is in its first year in Lebanon. The Z Gravy Chase is in year five in Zionsville, and has become a major fundraiser for the club. 

Amy and Katie talk about the chase and the club's merger, becoming one club in three different location. The pair also share some of the great future plans the BGCBC has in store! 

Take a listen!

Innovation. Believe it or not, it's taking place in a major way in downtown Lebanon. Online Resources Inc. is proof. The company is no stranger to Lebanon, but recently grew into two historic buildings near the intersection of West and Washington in the heart of the city. 

Reverse Engineering, Inspection Software, and Computer Aided Manufacturing(CAM) are just a few of the services Online Services Inc. provides. 

President & CEO Jay Schaumberg, and Vice President of Operations JD Schaumberg join Episode 61 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast to share a recap of how the company has grown, and while providing a forecast of where it's going. The father and son team share details of interesting projects they've worked on - from Indy Cars, to hogs(not talking motorcycles). The pair also shares how they keep personal and professional conversations separate in the workplace. 

We hope you enjoy Episode 61 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast, and to learn more about Online Resources Inc., visit the company's website: https://www.onlineresourcesinc.com/

The first tryout for the Lebanon Leprechauns is set for November 6th, and new Leprechauns Head Coach Brian Rowsom is excited to add quality pieces to the roster.

Shortly after landing in Indiana, Coach Rowsom joined us for Episode 60 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast. Coach Brian shared his coaching philosophy, his love for the game, and trying to guard NBA legend Karl Malone during Rowsom's playing days days with the Pacers. 

If you love basketball, you don't want to miss this episode! To learn more about the Lebanon Leprechauns, visit their website!

The Lebanon Street Department has a pair of new employees! New hires Parker Lewis and Alex Smith join their boss Dave Newell for Episode 59 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast.

Alex and Parker share what led them to applying for the City's open positions, and Dave compliments the work ethic displayed by the two. 

Other topics include a changing of the seasons, and growth plans for the department, as City needs increase. We hope you enjoy Episode 59 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast!

This Is Home

Thursday, October 14th 2021 will be a date that will always be remembered in Lebanon. Mayor Matt Gentry, and Andy Card of Card & Associates announced plans for a 95 acre development that will include a 275,000 square-foot athletic facility. 

Shortly after the announcement, comments and questions began to be shared. Mayor Gentry and Planning Director Ben Bontrager join us for Episode 58 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast to answer some of the most frequently asked questions.

Professional basketball, in Lebanon ? Lebanon....Leprechauns? The owner of the newest team in The Basketball League, Preston Myers, joins us for Episode 57 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast.

Why was Leprechauns chosen? What other team names were on the list? How did he get involved with TBL? What can fans expect when they go to Leprechauns games? Lebanon resident Preston Myers answers these questions, an more, in this episode. 

We also listen to the Chase Wright's new song, "Why Can't it be Over?" 

If you haven't visited Kinnard & Drake's 1830 Chophouse along Main Street - you've got to try it! From great steaks to delicious sandwiches, the 1830 Chophouse has it all!

The #LovinLebanon Podcast is "on location," featuring Head Chef Shawn Sublette and General Manager Amber Gray. The pair recaps the timeline of how the 1830 Chophouse came to open its doors in Lebanon. 

Sublette and Gray also talk about the Chophouse menu, which is about to go through some Fall tweaks, with a portion of that menu on full display for the City's upcoming Unite Under the Lights event. 

The Lebanon Kiwanis Pancake Supper is back in 2021, and Episode 55 of the #LovinLebanon is here to help get you ready. The event didn't happen last year due to COVID-19, but the organization's only fundraiser has returned in a drive-thru format. More information on the Pancake Supper can be found here.

Event organizers Matt Wilson and Baili Hart join the podcast to outline how the event is shaping up, and what attendees can expect. This year's event is September 16th, from 4:30 until 8. It takes place just ahead of this year's Back to the Fifties Festival (9-17, 18). The pair share some of their experiences from Pancake Suppers past, and why the organization is honoring former Kiwanian Tom Temple. 

Pancakes, service....and a podcast blooper all can be found in this episode. Enjoy!