Squared Up

In this milestone 50th episode of “Squared Up,” Bill and Monica’s podcast is taken over by two Toms – Director Tom Mann and friend Tom Harness – who have created a version of “The Newlywed Game” with the apparent goal of getting Bill into hot water. They also discuss local veterans issues and opportunities with Tom H., a well-known advocate for those who have served in uniform. Subscribe to Swinford Media Group on YouTube so you don’t miss a single episode of “Squared Up,” “Coaches at Crown Brew,” or “Hometown Heat,” or listen to the podcasts on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!

In the 49th episode of “Squared Up,” Bill and Monica open up about the realities of blending two lives together — the joys, the challenges, and a few of the bumps along the way. They share some of the early hurdles they’ve faced as newlyweds, along with lighthearted updates from around the square and the Southern Illinois region. Tune in for an honest, entertaining look at life after “I do.” Subscribe to Swinford Media Group on YouTube so you don’t miss a single episode of “Squared Up,” “Coaches at Crown Brew,” or “Hometown Heat,” or listen to the podcasts on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!

In this, the 48th episode of “Squared Up,” we celebrate the matrimonial union of two of our hosts (no, not Bill and Tom). Get a look at some early images from wedding weekend and join the celebration as Bill and Monica recount the experience and Tom gives his critical review. We also meet Monica’s son Seth before he heads off to Oregon State University to study Nuclear Engineering! Subscribe to Swinford Media Group on YouTube so you don’t miss a single episode of “Squared Up,” “Coaches at Crown Brew” or “Hometown Heat", or listen to the podcasts on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!

We are now just days away from the big wedding and there is still so much to do! But, Bill, Monica and Tom still wanted to take time to talk to their friend Ken Anderson, whose WBVN 104.5 FM station turns 35 this year.  In this, the 48th episode of “Squared Up,” they discuss the journey of the Contemporary Christian station that operates less than a block south of Tower Square Plaza. Subscribe to Swinford Media Group on YouTube so you don’t miss a single episode of “Squared Up,” “Coaches at Crown Brew” or “Hometown Heat", or listen to the podcasts on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!

In this, the 46th episode of “Squared Up,” Monica talks about her great experience bridal shopping at “Blush & Ivory” in downtown Marion. She tried on many dresses, but did she pick one? We also get a look at young Tom in an old commercial as he recounts the period of his life when is on-screen wife was mistaken for his real-life wife. We preview our SI Made Talent Show on Friday, July 18 and tell you how you can watch live! We also have other stories to tell and events to tease while Tom keeps looking for his remote control. Subscribe to Swinford Media Group on YouTube so you don’t miss a single episode of “Squared Up,” “Coaches at Crown Brew” or “Hometown Heat", or listen to the podcasts on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!

Our crew meets to record Swinford Media’s weekly podcast about a lot of randomness, including Monica not being included on the lease, Bill's thinning hair and Tom's stinky feet solution. Monica thinks this episode needs a lot of editing but you’re getting it all, let us know what you think on the Squared Up Facebook page. Follow us weekly on the Swinford Media Group Channel on YouTube, on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

What happens when you podcast without a plan? You end up talking about everything and nothing at the same time. Bill loves it, but does Monica? Tom gets a kick out of it all as the pair run through their recent ventures and plans in Episode 44. With much of our hosts' time being taken up by an upcoming wedding, follow the progress weekly on “Squared Up” from Swinford Media Group, available on the company’s YouTube channel, Apple Podcast or Spotify.

In this, the 43rd episode of “Squared Up,” we welcome Dr. Glenn Poshard to the studio to promote his “Beginnings and Endings” poetry tour, which launches Sunday, June 22, at 2pm at The Varsity Center in Carbondale. The former Congressman reads two emotional, personal poems for us to sample the program he is offering in return for donations to local food pantries. Bill, Monica and Tom share other recent escapades, as well. Subscribe to Swinford Media Group on YouTube so you don’t miss a single episode of “Squared Up,” “Coaches at Crown Brew” or “Hometown Heat", or listen to the podcasts on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!

In the 42nd episode of “Squared Up,” we introduce you to Chef Chris Banks, the host of a new monthly podcast from Swinford Media Group. Chris tells us some of his story and about his vision for “Hometown Heat” and we share a clip. Bill, Monica and Tom also share some other stories for the followers of Swinford Media, one of the most popular news sources in the region. Subscribe to Swinford Media Group on YouTube so you don’t miss a single episode of “Squared Up” or “Hometown Heat", or listen to the weekly podcast on Spotify or Amazon Music or Apple Podcasts!

In the 41st episode of “Squared Up," Monica shows off her new engagement ring! Have they set the date? Our team also discusses the devastation of the May 16 tornado and the amazing volunteers who have already made a difference. And there’s so much happening around the square as the summer begins, including great food offerings. But, Monica is on a water fast (and it’s not going that well). Subscribe to Swinford Media Group on YouTube so you don’t miss a single episode, or listen to the weekly podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!