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Kaleb Duncan is the co-founder and co-administrator of the popular Manifest Omaha Facebook group, and the founder and moderator of the Men of Omaha men’s group. For more information on the Men of Omaha men’s group, contact Kaleb here. To listen to Kaleb’s previous OMAPOD appearances: click here for part one, and here for part two. For Kaleb with Sam Nieman on Manifest Omaha: click here for part one and here for part two.ALSO…* Omaha teen charged with murder in connection with fatal Benson shooting -from Omaha World-Herald* Spotlight on future of park serving North Omahans for more than a century - from Nebraska Examiner* Heartland Family Service helps 350 families with free coats and Christmas gifts - from KMTV

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Van Jensen is an acclaimed novelist, screenwriter and comic book writer. Godfall, his debut novel, is in development as a TV series with Academy Award winner Ron Howard attached to direct. As a comic book and graphic novel writer, Jensen has written world-renowned characters, including Superman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Godzilla, and James Bond. Godfall will be released by Grand Central Publishing on January 13, 2026.To preorder Godfall, click here.To check out Van’s Substack, On Storytelling, click here.To listen to Van’s first OMAPOD appearance: click here for part one and here for part two. To listen to the episode on play with Sarah Iverson referenced, click here. ALSO…* National Democrats invest in Nebraska 2026 statehouse races - from Nebraska Examiner* Valley to hold special election for city council seats in January - from KETV* Omaha City Council recommends approval of liquor license for Benson Grocery - from WOWT

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“Notable 2025 restaurant closures,” reports The ReaderALSO…* Omaha advocates call for change after three pedestrian crashes Tuesday - from KETV* $50 million road improvement project in Sarpy County aims to support industrial growth - from KMTV* Wind gusts damage holiday light displays at ChristmasLand near Valley - from WOWT

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Aaron Gum is a synthesist, filmmaker, producer and musician. To listen to Synthmas Classics: Volume 1, click here. To listen to yesterday’s episode on Omaha’s Holiday Music Scene with MarQ Manner that’s referenced, click here. ALSO…* Bicyclist dies after crash near Hanscom Park - from KETV* Suspect killed in shootout with Omaha Police entered U.S. as unaccompanied minor - from WOWT* Event marks ‘milestone’ in push for ‘affordable homeownership’ in Nebraska’s largest city - from Nebraska Examiner

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MarQ Manner is a writer, music journalist and the creator of the Omaha Buzz Substack.To listen to MarQ’s previous OMAPOD episodes: click here for Part One, here for Part Two, here for MarQ on launching Space To Play and here for MarQ on the passing of The Reader founder John Heaston.ALSO…* $67.5 million approved for UNO Athletics project; construction to begin in 2026 - from WOWT* Nebraska lawmaker was twice denied entry to McCook ICE jail, calls it law violation - from Nebraska Examiner* Bob Dylan to kick off next leg of ‘Rough and Rowdy Ways’ tour in Omaha - from Omaha World-Herald

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United States Senator Peter Welch is the junior Senator from Vermont. He served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2007 - 2023. He practiced law for several decades as a public defender and personal injury lawyer in a law practice he founded and was in the Vermont State Senate from 1981 - 1989 & 2003 - 2007.He’s the Ranking Member of the Agriculture Subcommittee on Rural Development, Energy & Credit. THANKS to Nebraska For Us and Creighton University for hosting. A first-ever OMAPOD **Sunday Extra-Special** - in honor of Meet the Press and all the great Sunday shows!ALSO…* Omaha mayor sees public benefit to putting city park in hands of private foundation - from Nebraska Examiner* Carter Lake trucking company shutting down after 47 years - from WOWT* Nebraska Economic Development paying 22 fewer full-time staff in last 2 months - from Nebraska Examiner

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Nationally touring stand-up comedian Dan Alten is an intelligent goofball from Kentucky who will be gracing the stage at The Sydney next Thursday, December 11th at 8:00 PM - tickets are $15.00 at the door.For more info on the show, click here.For tickets, click here.To listen to the first part of Dan’s episode, click here.ALSO…* Omaha port authority shakes loose part of interest funds it said state withheld - from Nebraska Examiner* Pottawattamie County supervisor Scott Belt removed from office - from WOWT* Nebraska lawmakers air frustrations with up to $360M at risk in federal broadband expansion funds - from Nebraska Examiner

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Nationally touring stand-up comedian Dan Alten is an intelligent goofball from Kentucky who will be gracing the stage at The Sydney next Thursday, December 11th at 8:00 PM - tickets are $15.00 at the door. For more info on the show, click here.For tickets, click here.ALSO…* ‘Shots fired, officer down’: Broadcastify audio provides more insight into shooting that injured 3 officers - from KETV* Nebraska Supreme Court hears appeal in medical cannabis, election notary case - from Nebraska Examiner* Pottawattamie County supervisor trial begins over alleged intoxication at town hall meeting - from KMTV

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“Bellevue Bay waterpark to become first Mattel-branded waterpark in the country,” reports KMTVFor more information on ‘We Make Omaha,’ click here. “Fans at Memorial Stadium purchased more than $4.3 million of beer and seltzer, beating expectations,” reports Nebraska Public MediaALSO…* North Omaha business park plan splits into multiple hubs, one might build innovative housing - from Nebraska Examiner* Omaha looking to retain college graduates with 20-year plan - from WOWT* ‘Keep the ship afloat’: Nebraska Chief Justice Funke reflects on first year in top judicial role - from Nebraska Examiner

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Scott Bishop is the founder of STU’s Kitchen Bloody Mary Mix & Concentrate.For 20% off online purchases, enter in promo code: OMAPODTo listen to the first part of Scott’s episode, click here. ALSO…* Sarah Root’s mother sees justice almost 10 years after her daughter’s death - from WOWT* Wounded Warriors Family Support launches ‘Light Up America’ campaign for Giving Tuesday - from KMTV* Small business Saturday falls flat for Omaha’s local shops - from KETV

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