In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Brian Sansoni - American Cleaning Institute For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Brian Sansoni regarding what's been going on across the country's households and laundry rooms that is so distressing and concerning, why it's a risk, what can be done to help, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Dr. David Sedlek - Author Water For All For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with the author of Water For All, Dr. David Sedlek, regarding what's been going on across the planet, why it's at risk, what can be done to help, why water is so important, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Jaime Estell and Duane Williams - LGBTQAI+ Advocates and Drag Performers For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Jaime Estell and Duane Williams concerning the upcoming Springfield Pridefest 2024, drag, performers, the art, history, and feelings behind the art form, plus so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Hunter Walker and Luppe B Luppen - Authors of The Truce For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with the author of Earth's Emergency Room, Lowell E Baier, regarding what's been going on across the planet, why it's at risk, what can be done to help, why he wrote this book after his previous contributions, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Jacob Heilbrunn - Author of America Last For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with the author of America Last, Jacob Heilbrunn, as it concerns what's been going on with the GOP since the early 20th Century, why it's putting the entire nation at risk, why, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Dr. Victoriana Schwartz - Preventive Medicine & Public Health Resident Physician at Cook County Health For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Dr. Victoriana Schwartz, a Preventive Medicine & Public Health Resident Physician concerning COVID-19, measles, mumps, plus so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Richard Rothstein - Author of The Color of Law and Just Action For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with the author of The Color of Law and Just Action, Richard Rothstein, about the segregation across our nation, how it came to be, and the solutions he and his daughter outlined in their newest work, Just Action - plus so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Lowell E Baier - Author of Earth's Emergency Room For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with the author of Earth's Emergency Room, Lowell E Baier, regarding what's been going on across the planet, why it's at risk, what can be done to help, why he wrote this book after his previous contributions, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Janell Woolard - Author of This Is Her Story For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with local author Janell Woolard about adoption, finding wholeness, love, support, compassion, plus so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Dr. Lakshmi Emory - AETNA Better Health of Illinois For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Dr. Lakshmi Emory of AETNA Better Health of Illinois concerning endometriosis and minority health in general - as both March and April were highlighting each, plus so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Christi Walden- Levitt Amp Music Series For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Christi Walden about the upcoming music series, who will be playing and participating, how you can enjoy and get involved in the coming months, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Jaime Toole of the Springfield Lucky Horseshoes joins Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson to iscuss the upcoming season, all of the events across the year, how the team gives back to the community, and why this campaign is set to be the best yet!  Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Dr. Richard Abel - How Autocrats Seek Power For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Author and UCLA Professor Richard Abel about autocrats, fascism, the United States, the political system, the 45th President of the United States, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Author and former political insider Ira Shapiro joins Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson to discuss his new book "The Betrayal," all about the legacy of U.S. Senator Mitch McConnell, why it doesn't compare to other famous and illustrious American political figures, and why that is.  Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Josh Sabo - Heartland HOUSED For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with the Executive Director of Heartland HOUSED Josh Sabo regarding what's been going on across the community, the ambitions and successes of the continuum and interconnected organizations of the city, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with the Central Illinois and Springfield Phoenix Center's own Dr. Jonna Cooley about PRIDE 2024, other upcoming events, the past, the future, drag, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with retired U.S. Air Force Col. Mark Hurley about the upcoming Lincoln Day Dinner, including the topics of the event, speakers, dates, times, and more!  Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with the Executive Director of the Springfield Area Arts Council, Bella Szabo, about art, creativity, getting involved in the community, what the organization does, what the local grant process is like, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Tara Nickerson of the Special Olympics of Illinois concerning what the organization does, how it positively impacts those around us, how to get involved, and so much more.  Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with CILCSA's own Amy Beadle regarding customer service, how to be a good person across and for the community, and what folks can do to highlight each other with the help of Springfield's own customer service recognition organization.  Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Abigail Bussey of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum joins Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson concerning the upcoming summer camp focused around leadership; who knows, perhaps your child or nephew, grandchild or niece will be the future President of the United States! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Baseball Author and Historian Gary Sarnoff joins Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson to discuss his new book "Team of Destiny," all about the 1927 Washington Senators and how special and historic they were, plus so much more!  Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Izzy Pruitt about service, kindness, her award, her passions in life, and what the future holds for a society that cares more for others.  Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Visit Springfield's own Amy Beadle regarding how April went, and what the community has to look forward to this most merry May.  Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Select cast members from Riverton High School's production of Mama Mia For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with six members of the show Mama Mia - being put on Saturday and Sunday at Riverton High School - concerning the show, acting, learning, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Kristina Lo Russo - Community Programs Coordinator Division of Waste & Recycling, Dept. of Public Works for the City of Springfield For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Kristina Lo Russo of the City of Springfield to go over Earth Day, Springfield's own celebration, how you can participate later today, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Heather Briggs - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois Trent R. Nelson spoke with Heather Briggs of BCBSIL regarding their upcoming Saturday morning event, why staying on top of your health is so critical, how to learn more and get involved too! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts from!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Harrison Gray - Citizens Club of Springfield Trent R. Nelson spoke with Harrison Gray regarding their upcoming Friday morning event, why discussion is so critical, about Gen Z, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts from!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: April Poole & Brian Sylvester - CORAL For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with CORAL's own April Poole & Brian Sylvester regarding what's going on across the community in the upcoming weeks, their upcoming gala, how you can participate and attend, what it means to be an ally, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Cinda Klickna - Dana-Thomas House Foundation For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with DTHF President Cinda Klickna concerning what's going on across the community this March and beyond concerning the famous Frank Lloyd Wright built home in Springfield, and how you can best enjoy it all and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge; you can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Brooke Dunn - Central Illinois Foodbank For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Brooke Dunn about what's going on across the community this March and beyond, an dhow you can best help those who need food and resources, plus so much else to do! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge.

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Amy Beadle - Visit Springfield For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Amy Beadle about what's going on across the community this Marchand how you can best enjoy this month with St. Patrick's Day and so much else to do! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge.

Trent R. Nelson speaks with the local Sierra Club's own Don Hanrahan regarding the environment, Hunter Lake, Dallman Power Plant, lead water lines, CWLP, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Jenifer Jewell of NPR to discuss her newest book, "What We Sow," concerning seeds and plants and their impacts upon our society and evolution, plus so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with one of the Tri-Chair members of the Illinois Poor People's Campaign, Carlos Rodriguez, concerning the group, its origins and history, the Saturday, March 2 event in Springfield, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Professor Beverly Bunch concerning the upcoming Citizens Club of Springfield event, what the mayor will be speaking about during that Friday morning, February 23 event, and more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Robert Kerr - Executive Director of Innovation & Opportunity of the UIS Innovation Center Trent R. Nelson spoke with the UIS Innovation Center's Robert Kerr regarding the aims of the institution under his watchful eye, the spirit behind the endeavor, a bit of history concerning it and its goals, and more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Tiara Standage, CEO of "Intricate Minds," about what the organization wishes to do now that it is no longer "Everything Intricate," how folks can help those who need the help the most, a bit of background on the owner and establishment, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Laura Davis - Executive Director of Helping Hands of Springfield Trent R. Nelson spoke with Executive Director Laura Davis about what the Helping Hands gets into, how it impacts the community and its citizens, what progress it made across 2023 and how it is looking to move even further forward during 2024! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Executive Director Josh Sabo - Executive Director of Heartland HOUSED Trent R. Nelson spoke with Josh Sabo, the executive director of Heartland HOUSED, to discuss all that the organization does, how it is looking to put a dent in the homeless community across the region, and what 2024 has in store as it concerns this topic! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Libary and Museum's own Chris Wills concerning The Questioneers, Mr. Lincoln's 215 birthday celebrations, new and existing exhibits, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with SCHS President Cinda Klickna about what the SCHS does for the community, how it impacts others positively, what events are upcoming, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find new episodes on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Ryan McCrady, CEO, and President Ryan McCrady, for their bi-weekly chat concerning 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: CWLP rate hikes City of Springfield budgets Logistics Centers Local Small Businesses So much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge.

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Dr. Steve Babson - Author, Labor Educator and Union Activist Trent R. Nelson spoke with Author, Labor Educator, and Union Activist Dr. Steve Babson concerning his new book, "Forgotten Populists," the History of the farming populists in the 19th Century, and what we can learn about the past for the future! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Marta McDowell - Author and Gardener Trent R. Nelson spoke with Author and Gardener Marta McDowell about her new book, "Gardening Can Be Murder," why the garden is such a fertile location for authors and more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Lowell Baier - Author, Environmental Historian and Attorney Trent R. Nelson spoke with Author, Environmental Historian, and Attorney Lowell Baier concerning his books, "The Codex of the Endangered Species Act Vol. 1 and 2," the history of nature conservation in the United States, animals, life, and more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Tina Prather - The United Way of Central Illinois Trent R. Nelson spoke with Tina Prather of The United Way of Central Illinois regarding 211, mental health, and how the United Way works to improve the community each and everyday! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Dr. Vickie Cook - UIS Trent R. Nelson spoke with the Vice Chancellor of Enrollment and Retention at UIS, Dr. Vickie Cook, regarding what sort of opportunities the college offers the greater community, the fun of learning, and so much more! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Lou Bart - YMCA Trent R. Nelson spoke with the Y's Lou Bart for their monthly chat concerning the upcoming schedule of events for the Y, and all the wonderful programs and opportunities that it provides for the community, its adults, and its children! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Betsy Dollar - Springfield Art Association Trent R. Nelson spoke with the Springfield Art Association Executive Director Betsy Dollar regarding the upcoming schedule of events for the SAA and all the wonderful programs and opportunities that it provides for the community! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have the gift of knowledge. You can find us on Apple, Spotify, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!