PM Springfield Interviews

PM Springfield Interviews

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PM Springfield Interviews episodes

  • The Council Roundup - 01/16/24

    Trent R. Nelson shares what's going on across Springfield and the City of Springfield's City Council. You know what time it is; this is Council Roundup!

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    1 hr 2 min
  • Full Disclosure w/ the Better Government Association - 01/17/2024

    On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning the new Illinois General Assembly session, the Invest in Kids program, Governor JB Pritzker, immigration, the upcoming DNC in Chicago, and much more!

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    23 min
  • Business in the 217: Springfield Business Journal Chat with Michelle Ownbey - 01/17/2024

    Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.

    Topics Discussed In This Interview:

    • Remarkable Resale in Rochester has changed its name, location, and inventory over the past three decades, and now owner Kitty Boyce is planning a change of ownership as well.

    • Little Lincoln's Toy Shop is relocating to a larger space on West White Oaks Drive.

    • Many businesses are still dealing with the aftereffects of the pandemic, and those in the hospitality industry say it could take years to recover fully.

    • State grants have helped many businesses over the last few years, and a new round of grants will assist businesses launched in 2020 or 2021.

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    9 min
  • Business in the 217: Julie Davis of CILCSA and Liz Parker of Springfield Clinic speak about Margo Barregarye, customer service, kindness, reciprocity, and how to nominate folks for a CILCSA WOW Award

    On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:

    • Julie Davis - CILCSA
    • Liz Parker - Springfield Clinic

    Trent R. Nelson spoke with both Julie Davis and Liz Parker concerning the joy of being kind to others, CILCSA, a recent WOW Award winner, how you can nominate kind people you know and see around the Springfield area, and so much more.

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    16 min
  • Business in the 217: Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport Executive Director Mark Hanna talks about traveling out of SPI, Breeze Airways, future innovations and much more

    On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:

    • Executive Director Mark Hanna - Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport Authority

    Trent R. Nelson spoke with Mark Hanna, the executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, regarding Breeze Airways, how to "get fresh," new deals, as well as the future of the airport and what the denizens of Springfield and the Central Illinois area might see next - plus so much more.

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    21 min
  • Business in the 217: Springfield Business Journal Chat with Michelle Ownbey - 01/10/2024

    Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about.

    Topics Discussed In This Interview:

    • Planet Fitness is expanding its presence in Springfield with a second location in the works.

       

    • Dabble Springfield, a do-it-yourself arts and crafts studio, is relocating to Sangamon Avenue as of Jan. 10.

       

    • Brunchfield Café closed on Dec. 31, and the restaurant has already reopened under new ownership as Clock Tower Cafe.

       

    • Godfather’s Pizza in Chatham is now a Dew Chili Parlor.

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    9 min
  • Full Disclosure w/ the Better Government Association - 01/09/2024

    On this episode of Full Disclosure, Trent R. Nelson speaks with the President and CEO of the Better Government Association, David Greising, concerning FOID registrations, Franklin City Juvenile Detention Center, the rise of hate crimes across Illinois and more!

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    21 min
  • Business in the 217: Springfield's Jordan Coffey of Luminary Kitchen & Provisions and Gold Leaf Catering and Events talks food, seasonal ingredients, business, and more

    On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:

    •  Jordan Coffey -  Luminary Kitchen & Provisions and Gold Leaf Catering and Events

    Trent R. Nelson spoke with Chef Jordan Coffey of  Luminary Kitchen & Provisions, as well as Gold Leaf Catering and Events, concerning their origins, work, finding meaning in work, why seasonal ingredients and dishes rule, their new catering venture, and so much more.

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    6 min
  • Business in the 217: Springfield's own Len Naumovich, founder of Primo Designs, talks failure, business, being the t-shirt guy, competition and more

    On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with:

    •  Len Naumovich - Primo Designs

    Trent R. Nelson spoke with Len Naumovich of Primo Designs concerning their origins, work, finding meaning in work, what to look for when appraising employees, how failure leads to success, and so much more.

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    8 min

About PM Springfield Interviews

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PM Springfield with Patrick Pfingsten (formerly known as Springfield's Morning News) dives deep into the stories shaping Springfield and beyond.  With sharp analysis, candid commentary, and a steady stream of interviews with lawmakers, insiders, and newsmakers, this show is your essential guide to the political pulse of the Prairie State.