



Nicole Bateman - January 9, 2026
January 9, 2026 - Nicole Bateman of the Economic Development Corporation joined Byers & Co to talk about a precision fermentation innovation challenge presented by iFAB and Kraft Heinz, the end of 2025, expectations for 2026, attracting businesses to the area, and workforce development. Listen to t…

Angela Foulke - January 9, 2026
January 9, 2026 - Angela Foulke of the Decatur Family YMCA joined Byers & Co to talk about the business at the Y with people trying to start the year off right with their fitness goals, upcoming programs at the Y, college sports, tv options, and the Flying Illini. Listen to the podcast now!

Ashley Grayned, Sharrif Bobbitt & Alivia Bray - January 9, 2026
January 9, 2026 - Ashley Grayned of DPS 61, and MacArthur and Prep Academy students, Sharrif Bobbitt and Alivia Bray, joined Byers & Co to talk about the growth of the prep academy and how it is helping the students' map out their futures with both a high school diploma and associate's degree achie…

Jim Arndt - January 8, 2026
January 8, 2026 - Jim Arndt of Arndt Municipal Support Inc. joined Byers & Co to talk about how his business is consulting with the City of Decatur on their search for the next city manager and gives insight on the timeline and process. Listen to the podcast now!

Tanya Andricks & Dr. Nadal Aker - January 7, 2026
January 7, 2026 - Tanya Andricks and Dr. Nadal Aker of Decatur Memorial Hospital joined Byers & Co to talk about Dr. Aker's path to DMH, the people of Decatur, the value of conversations with patients, AI, and modern practices for cardiovascular treatments and care. Listen to the podcast now!

Dustin Bradshaw & Jamie Gower - January 7, 2026
January 7, 2026 - Dustin Bradshaw and Jamie Gower of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about the upcoming season at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater and to preview the 10 shows already announced. Listen to the podcast now!

Natalie Beck - January 6, 2026
January 6, 2026 - Natalie Beck of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation joined Byers & Co to talk about her trip to Australia, their busy 2025, the African American Heritage Trail, and goals and plans for 2026. Listen to the podcast now!

Dale Colee - January 6, 2026
January 6, 2026 - Dale Colee joined Byers & Co to preview Pharmacy Facts with Friends and to talk about the reduced prices and shortage of some popular medications. Listen to the podcast now!

Kyle May - January 6, 2026
January 6, 2026 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about the end of the year, sales on products, new products, running events, and nutrition. Listen to the podcast now!

Brian Barnhart - January 5, 2026
January 5, 2026 - Brian Barnhart joined Byers & Co to talk about his extensive travel lately covering the Illini football team in their bowl game and the basketball team on multiple road trips, and previews Monday Morning Quarterbacks. Listen to the podcast now!