Byers & Co. Interviews

March 12, 2026 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about Power of the Purse and the community investment process. Listen to the podcast now!

March 12, 2026 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about local elections and local politicians. Listen to the podcast now!

March 11, 2026 - Jim Wilkerson and Ron Lybarger joined Byers & Co to talk about Lybarger's book of poetry dedicated to the story of James and Anna Millikin and Wilkerson's film about James Millikin's life. Listen to the podcast now!

March 11, 2026 - DMH CEO Tanya Andricks and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Brandon Koser joined Byers & Co to talk about Patient Safety Awareness Week and Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades. Listen to the podcast now!

March 11, 2026 - Clay Gerhard joined Byers & Co to talk about their job fair, Little Hoopsters, P.E. for homeschooled students, and Matilda the Musical Jr. Listen to the podcast now!

March 10, 2026 - Meteorologist JC Fultz joined Byers & Co to talk about the potential for hazardous weather throughout the evening and overnight. Listen to the podcast now!

March 10, 2026 - Natalie Beck of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation and Jes Younghouse of Decatur Earthmover Credit Union joined Byers & Co to talk about DECU's support of That's What She Said. Listen to the podcast now!

March 10, 2026 - Dale Colee joined Byers & Co to preview Pharmacy Facts with Friends that will feature discussion on the South Shores McDonald's project and Jersey Mike's supporting MRI. Listen to the podcast now!

March 10, 2026 - Kurt Younghouse joined Byers & Co to talk about his candidacy for Macon County Clerk. Listen to the podcast now!

March 10, 2026 - Kyle May joined Byers & Co to talk about upcoming running events, summer runs with training classes, and the arrival of new spring apparel. Listen to the podcast now!

March 9, 2026 - Brian Barnhart joined Byers & Co to talk about the Illini's win over Maryland, tournament time for the team, and to preview Monday Morning Quarterbacks. Listen to the podcast now!

March 9, 2026 - Amber Kaylor of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois, and Gary Birschbach, Andy Birschbach, and Laura Reynolds of McDonald's joined Byers & Co to talk about how the West Eldorado McDonald's restaurant repeated as the top area store for money collected for the year to benefit RMHC. Listen to the podcast now! 

March 9, 2026 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about the new superintendent of schools, piloting and expanding projects, and healthcare workforce programs. Listen to the podcast now!

March 9, 2026 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about Polar Plunge, new business openings, and Decatur Moves. Listen to the podcast now!

March 9, 2026 - Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, Paul McCartney: Man on the Run, St. Teresa High School, high school basketball, and the Illini. Listen to the podcast now!

March 6, 2026 - Angela Foulke joined Byers & Co to talk about Illini basketball, auto racing, and the Livestrong program at the YMCA. Listen to the podcast now!

March 6, 2026 - Tom Brinkoetter joined Byers & Co to talk about the state of the local real estate market and to highlight a home with premium features. Listen to the podcast now!

March 6, 2026 - MacArthur High School Girls Basketball Head Coach JaDawn Bryant and student athletes, Lexi Meyer and Journee Wilson joined Byers & Co to talk about winning the first sectional championship in MacArthur girls school history. Listen to the podcast now!

March 5, 2026 - Matt Snyder, St Teresa Principal joined Byers & Co to talk about St. Teresa's mission in preparing students for the future. Listen to the podcast now!

March 5, 2026 - Students Stephen Kralik, Riley Barry, and Joey Sweeney joined Byers & Co to talk about their St Teresa Podcast. Listen to the podcast now!

March 5, 2026 - David Peters, St T's New Head Baseball Coach, joined Byers & Co to talk about their program. Listen to the podcast now!

March 5, 2026 - Fr. Charles Delano and Logan Shumaker of St Teresa High School Campus Ministry joined Byers & Co to talk about their faith based education. Listen to the podcast now!

March 5, 2026 - St. T Teacher Sandra Bronson and student Vinathi Marri, joined Byers & Co to talk about the FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) Community Service Project. Listen to the podcast now!

March 5, 2026 - Ken Hendriksen and Matt Beck, St Teresa Foundation Board Trustee, joined Byers & Co to talk about alumni involvement at St Teresa. Listen to the podcast now!

March 5, 2026 - Tom Noonan joined Byers & Co to talk about the programs and academics available at St Teresa High School. Listen to the podcast now!

March 5, 2026 - Ken Hendriksen, Kevin Breheny, St Teresa Foundation Board Trustee joined Byers & Co and Tom Noonan, St T Assistant Principal/Athletic Director joined Byers & Co to talk about the St Teresa Mega Raffle. Listen to the podcast now!

March 5, 2026 - Ken Hendriksen, Executive Director of Educational Foundation of St Teresa and Amy Jedlicka, St Teresa School Board President, joined Byers & Co to talk about joined Byers & Co to talk about the importance of the Mega Raffle and its history. Listen to the podcast now!

March 4, 2026 - Matthew Flaten of Millikin University and student, Oakley Tate, joined Byers & Co to talk about the annual Honors Convocation and Annual Awards, the Scovill Prize, and Oakley's experience at Millikin University. Listen to the podcast now!

March 4, 2026 - DMH CEO Tanya Andricks and Dr. Ranjodh Singh joined Byers & Co to talk about the importance of colorectal screening, advancements in technology at Decatur Memorial Hospital, and Dr. Singh's path to Decatur. Listen to the podcast now!

March 4, 2026 - Clay Gerhard joined Byers & Co to talk about Little Hoopsters, physical education for homeschool, countdown to the opening of Splash Cove, and newly announced concerts at the Devon. Listen to the podcast now! 

March 4, 2026 - Macon County Sheriff Jim Root joined Byers & Co to talk about his candidacy for re-election. Listen to the podcast now!

March 3, 2026 - Andrea Gerhard of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation, and Jill Reedy and Sarah Smith of Macon-Piatt ROE 39 joined Byers & Co to talk about their partnership in teacher professional development and providing experiences for students, and to announce the recipients of HICF microgrants. Listen to the podcast now!

March 3, 2026 - Dale Colee joined Byers & Co to talk about Pharmacy Facts with Friends that will feature discussion on the local real estate market, ways to save money on pharmaceuticals, and the state's payment process for pharmacies. Listen to the podcast now!

March 3, 2026 - Bryan Smith joined Byers & Co to talk about his candidacy for Macon County Clerk. Listen to the podcast now!

March 3, 2026 - Kyle May joined Byers & Co to talk about visiting vendors, running events, a running program for beginners, spring clothing, and shoe updates. Listen to the podcast now!

March 2, 2026 - Shane Beck joined Byers & Co to talk about his candidacy for Macon County Sheriff. Listen to the podcast now!

March 2, 2026 - Dr. Nicole Nash Moody joined Byers & Co to talk about her being named as the next DPS61 Superintendent of Schools, her path to the position, and her vision. Listen to the podcast now!

March 2, 2026 - Brian Barnhart joined Byers & Co to talk about the Illini loss to Michigan and to preview Monday Morning Quarterback. Listen to the podcast now!

March 2, 2026 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about the Community Public Safety Academy. Listen to the podcast now!

March 2, 2026 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about voting, the water level of Lake Decatur, community grants, and City Council business. Listen to the podcast now!

March 2, 2026 - Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about a new Paul McCartney documentary, the weekend of sports, Operation Enduring Support, local elections, and Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday. Listen to the podcast now!

February 27, 2026 - Angela Foulke joined Byers & Co to talk about her vacation, her Illini fandom, and the NFLPA's team report card scores. Listen to the podcast now!

February 27, 2026 - Nicole Bateman of the Economic Development Corporation joined Byers & Co to talk about technology investments at DMH, their upcoming summit, and area development. Listen to the podcast now!

February 27, 2026 - Baum Elementary School Principal Sergio Reyna joined Byers & Co to talk about their 50th anniversary, opening a time capsule from 50 years ago, student standards and assessments, and how they are engaging families. Listen to the podcast now!

February 26, 2026 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about Honor Flights, Lincoln Square, and the Decatur Celebration. Listen to the podcast now!

February 25, 2026 - Beth Creighton of Millikin University and students, Cami Jones and Emma Schuth, joined Byers & Co to talk about their presentation of The Great American Trailer Park Musical! Listen to the podcast now!

February 25, 2026 - DMH CEO Tanya Andricks and Dr. Jordan Youngerman joined Byers & Co to talk about the intentional approach of quality care and treatment patients in and around surgery, and Dr. Youngerman's path to plastic surgery. Listen to the podcast now!

February 25, 2026 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about Kids Fest, Mommy Son Play Night, Heart and Soul has Talent, Matilda the Musical Jr., and newly announced shows coming to the Devon. Listen to the podcast now!

February 25, 2026 - Unity Christian School senior wrestlers, and twin brothers, Garrett and Clinton VerHeecke, joined Byers & Co to talk about their recent 1st and 2nd place finishes at the IHSA state wrestling meet. Listen to the podcast now!

February 24, 2026 - Missy Batman of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation and Lindy Miller joined Byers & Co to talk about a recent award for Missy and Lindy's experience as a cast member preparing for That's What She Said. Listen to the podcast now!