In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with:  Robert Frazier - CSA For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Robert Frazier of Clean Slate Advocates, who discussed clothing, the need for it to be cleaned, why we waste so many resources, 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!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with:  Greg Proops - Whose Line Is It Anyway? For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Comedian Greg Proops about Whose Line Is It Anyway, Who's Live Is It Anyway, how he got started in the comedy and improv businesses, how you can get tickets to the upcoming local show, 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: Tara Nickerson - Special Olympics of Illinois Trent R. Nelson speaks with Tara Nickerson of the Special Olympics of Illinois concerning what the organization does, how SOILL positively impacts those around us, how to get involved, the events and sports of March, April and beyond, 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!

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!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Josh Sabo - Heartland Continuum of Care For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Josh Sabo of Heartland HOUSED, and the Heartland Continuum of Care, about what's been going on across the community; they spoke about recent innovations, what the organization does, how it functions, plus so much more! 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 of Visit Springfield concerning what's been going on across the community since last they sat down and spoke, how February went, and what to expect across all of March and even a bit of April too! 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: Joyce Nardulli - World Affairs Council of Central Illinois For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Joyce Nardulli of the World Affairs Council of Central Illinois concerning what the organization does, how you can get involved, recent and future events, and 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: Jodi Ogilvy - Hope For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Hope's own Jodi Ogilvy about what the institution does, as well as its origins, why helping people is so vitally important, the upcmong Black Tie and Blackjack event this March 8, 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: Kim McCullough - Gift of Hope For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Gift of Hope's own Kim McCullough about organs, organ donations, the organization, why it's so important to give of yourself, 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: Bert Morton & Lori Carlsen - CORAL For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with CORAL's own Lori Carlsen and Bert Morton about 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: Chris Wills - Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Chris Wills of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum regarding what's been going on at the museum and library, what's been going on across the community since last they sat down, new art, 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!

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Karen Marinos - Springfield Office of the FBI Trent R. Nelson spoke with the Karen Marinos of the Springfield FBI about staying safe during the holiday season from romance scams, how to spot them, what the actors and actresses are looking for, and 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!

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 former DTHF President Cinda Klickna concerning what's going on across the community across this entire year, about the famous Frank Lloyd Wright built home in Springfield in general - 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: Bella Szabo, Alaina Taylor and Hailey Higgins - Springfield Area Art Council For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking 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 processes are like, 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!

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Carla Wilson - Catholic Charities of Springfield Trent R. Nelson spoke with Carla Wilson of The Muni regarding the history of the organization, the upcoming muni season and lineup, how to see the performances, as well as how to be in them possibly - plus 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: Patrick McConnell - Catholic Charities of Springfield Trent R. Nelson spoke with Patrick McConnell of the Catholic Charities of Springfield regarding the history of the organization, the breadline, soup and the Souper Bowl, plus 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!

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 of Visit Springfield concerning what's been going on across the community since last they sat down and spoke, how January went, and what to expect across all of February and even a bit of March too! 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: Sarah Oglesby & Brandy Stabler - Compass For Kids For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with both Sarah Oglesby and Brandy Stabler of Compass For Kids about what's going on across that community, how you can contribute and make a difference to the organization in this time of reduced federal grants, and 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: Mr. Ben and Mr. Levi - Bytes of Wisdom and the Lincoln Magnet School Trent R. Nelson spoke with Ben and Levi about the upcoming Bytes of Wisdom event, how to stay safe from scams online and on your phone, the guests at the upcoming program, and 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: 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!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Cinda Klickna - The Sangamon County Historical Society For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Sangamon County Historical Society President Cinda Klickna concerning this year's schedule of events, what the organization does, plus 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: 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!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Tara Nickerson - Special Olympics of Illinois Trent R. Nelson speaks with Tara Nickerson of the Special Olympics of Illinois concerning what the organization does, how SOILL positively impacts those around us, how to get involved, the events and sports of January and beyond, 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: Amy Beadle - Visit Springfield For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Amy Beadle of Visit Springfield concerning what's been going on across the community since last they sat down and spoke, how December went, and what to expect across all of January! 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: Sebastian Smee - Author and Art Critic for WaPo Trent R. Nelson speaks with Author and Art Critic Sebastian Smee of the Washington Post about his new book, Paris in Ruins, impressionism, how art evolves, how people perceive life, 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. Janda Stevens - Springfield Clinic Trent R. Nelson speaks with Dr. Janda Stevens of the Springfield Clinic about what Urgent Care Plus is, how it works, when Springfield is getting it, 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: Cassie Gray-Sautlet and Molly Harms - Downtown Springfield Inc. Trent R. Nelson speaks with Cassie Gray-Sautlet and Molly Harms of Downtown Springfield Inc. about the city, the community, the holiday walks, what makes the season so special, 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: Christopher Johnson - Springfield FBI Trent R. Nelson speaks with Christopher Johnson of the Springfield branch of the FBI about how it has been across the community since he assumed the job in August, holiday scams, how to stay safe and protected, where to report crimes, 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!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Austin Randolph - Springfield NAACP Trent R. Nelson speaks with Austin Randolph of the Springfield branch of the NAACP about what the community needs right now, Sonya Massey and her family, Sean Grayson, the status of his incarceration before trial, 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: Taija West & Tatyana Gardner - Springfield Urban League For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Taija West & Tatyana Gardner of the Springfield Urban League concerning what's been going on across the community, how they can stay healthy and safe, why it's so important to take care of yourself and your loved one, information for the people to use, 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: Tara Nickerson - Special Olympics of Illinois Trent R. Nelson speaks with Tara Nickerson of the Special Olympics of Illinois concerning what the organization does, how SOILL positively impacts those around us, how to get involved, the events and sports of December and January, 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: 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!

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 of Visit Springfield concerning what's been going on across the community since last they sat down and spoke, how November went, and what to expect across all of December! 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: Molly Berendt - Compass for Kids Trent R. Nelson speaks with Molly Berendt of Compass For Kids about love, supporting children, what the organization does, why it needs your help, how it all began, what Molly is set to speak about at this week's Citizens Club of Springfield event, 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: Taryn Grant - Springfield Youth Performance Group Trent R. Nelson spoke with the Springfield Youth Performance Group's Taryn Grant regarding the upcoming Nutcracker performance, and all the wonderful programs and opportunities that the SYPG provides for the community with all year long! 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!

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 of Visit Springfield concerning what's been going on across the community since last they sat down and spoke, how October went and what to expect across all of November! 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: 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!

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Becky Simon - Illinois League of Women Voters For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with President Becky Simon of the Illinois League of Women Voters about taking part in democracy, why everyone must have the right to vote without intimidation, how you can make a difference in your community, 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: Sara C. Bronin - Professor and Author of "Key To The City" For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Professor and Author Sara C. Bronin about zoning, her new book "Key To The City,"  the importance of organization and of learning about how this makes for a functional society, 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: Special Agent Nathan - FBI Springfield Field Office For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with FBI Springfield's own Special Agent Nathan about Cybersecurity Awareness Month, how to protect yourself and your loved ones online 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: Tara Nickerson - Special Olympics of Illinois Trent R. Nelson speaks with Tara Nickerson of the Special Olympics of Illinois concerning what the organization does, how SOILL positively impacts those around us, how to get involved, the upcoming chicken dinner fundraiser, 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: Jeremy Dauber - Professor and Author Jeremy Dauber For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Professor and Author Jeremy Dauber about the history of American horror, what we as a society enjoy about being afraid, our psychological projections and inspirations, 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: Gavin Shevlin - A Taste of Ireland For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Irishman and Professional Dancer Gavin Shevlin regarding the history of irish dancing, how he fell in love with the art form, what the program is like, how it helps to tell the story of Ireland, 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: Wayne Tuttle - Lucid Nightmare Productions For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Wayne Tuttle of Lucid Nightmare Productions regarding his art, the Purgatory event Lucid Nightmare Productions is putting on with 97.7 QLZ all October long, Halloween, 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: Jerry Curry - Mary Bryant Home For The Blind For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Mary Bryant Home For The Blind Executive Director Jerry Curry regarding the annual chili and beef vegetable soup fundraiser, what the organization does 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: Penny Powell - Fifth Street Renaissance For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Fifth Street Renaissance Executive Director Penny Powell about the the history of their organization, how it helps people, how you can help, what the organization does across our capital city and beyond, 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: Caren Mansfield - Dana-Thomas House Foundation For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Caren Mansfield of the DTHF regarding the house, the organization, the upcoming Bourbon Done Wright event, 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: Austin Simmons & Autumn Gwinn - Vegan Chef Challenge For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Austin Simmons & Autumn Gwinn of the local Vegan Chef Challenge to discuss the event, the diner passports, being vegan, how many foods are naturally so, why folks might want to consider changing their lifestyles, 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: Amy Beadle - Visit Springfield For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Amy Beadle of Visit Springfield concerning what's been going on across the community since last they sat down and spoke, how September went and what to expect across October, 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!