Soy City Buzz

Co-hosts: Megan Breheny Bennett & Kevin Breheny  Guests: Aric Lee, Melissa Hahn, & Dianne Shaw

Brenden Brammer Mariam Wherley, and Ella Gregory of Mt. Zion CEO Program joined co-hosts Megan Breheny-Bennett & Michael Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about their experience and small businesses, along with their upcoming Pickleball Tournament.  Listen to the podcast now!

Rikki Parker from the Children’s Museum of IL, joined co-hosts Megan Breheny-Bennett & Michael Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the Mardi Gras event at Children’s Museum of Illinois. Listen to the podcast now!

Aric Lee from United Way joined co-hosts Megan Breheny-Bennett & Michael Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to recap the Super Bowl and the Fighting Illini. Listen to the podcast now!

Debbie Bogle, President of United Way, joined co-hosts Megan Breheny-Bennett & Kevin Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about the upcoming Power of the Purse auction, hosted by United Way. Listen to the podcast now!

Amber Hooker joined co-hosts Megan Breheny-Bennett & Kevin Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about her car accident and her journey to publishing a book. Listen to the podcast now!

Aric Lee from United Way joined co-hosts Megan Breheny-Bennett & Kevin Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about the Fighting Illini hot streak and the Super Bowl. Listen to the podcast now!

Sister Ritamary Brown & Erica Smith, HSHS System, joined Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the latest at the Hospital system and her time in Decatur.   Listen to the podcast now!

Mayor Julie Morre - Wolfe joinied Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the latest City news.   Listen to the podcast now!

With co-hosts Megan Breheny & Kevin Breheny.

Kari Ferguson Director of Development for Holy Family, joined co-hosts, Megan Breheny-Bennett & John Ellis on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about upcoming Holy Family Dinner featuring events and prize packages. Listen to the podcast now!

Dr. David Fletcher joined co-hosts, Megan Breheny-Bennett & John Ellis on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about his upcoming film of baseball legend Dick Allen and his work to get Dick Allen elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Listen to the podcast now!

Aric Lee from United Way joined co-hosts & Megan Breheny-Bennett & John Ellis on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about the Chicago Bears divisional playoff game, and Illini sports. Listen to the podcast now!

Mayor of Forsyth, Jim Peck joined co-hosts Megan Breheny-Bennett & Kevin Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about the recent announcement of Chick Fil-A and Diamonds in Forsyth, and some exclusive news that could be coming to Forsyth soon. Listen to the Podcast now!

Sydney Pottala & Sierra Sickles for Decatur’s CEO program, joined co-hosts & Megan Breheny-Bennett & Kevin Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about their experience with the program and their upcoming “The Roaring Murder” event January 31st and February 7th. Listen to the Podcast now!

Aric Lee from United Way joined co-hosts & Megan Breheny-Bennett & Kevin Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about the Chicago Bears historic comeback win, and Illini sports. Listen to the podcast now!

Kyle Karsten & Amy Bliefnick from Macon Resources Inc., joined co-hosts Michael Breheny & Megan Breheny-Bennett on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about the impact of the Macon Resources Inc. and some upcoming events they are hosting. Listen to the podcast now!

Tanya Melendez, Executive Director at Good Samaritan Inn joined co-hosts Michael Breheny & Megan Breheny-Bennett on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about the impact of The Good Samaritan Inn and her role as the executive director. Listen to the podcast now!

Aric Lee from United Way joined co-hosts Michael Breheny & Megan Breheny-Bennett on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about the Chicago Bears, and Illini sports. Listen to the podcast now!

Aric Lee from United Way joined co-hosts Michael Breheny & Kevin Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, the Chicago Bears, and Illini sports. Listen to the podcast now!

Cindy Deadrick, owner of  Shop on Main & The Party Shop joined co-hosts Megan Breheny-Bennett & Kevin Breheny Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about The Party Shop.  Listen to the podcast now!

Brass Horn’s George Streckfuss & Kyli Heckenkamp, joined co-hosts Megan Breheny-Bennett & Kevin Breheny on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about their items and best sellers during the holidays.  Listen to the podcast now!

Brynn Hanson from Doherty’s, joined co-hosts Megan Breheny-Bennett & Kevin Breheny, on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the new holiday specials and menu at the restaurant along with their schedule. Listen to the podcast now!

December 1, 2025 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the store and their Santa run in front of the Christmas Parade Downtown.  Listen to the podcast now!

December 1, 2025 -  Rikki Parker, Illinois Children Museum Director, joined Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the latest happening at the Museum.  Listen to the podcast now!

December 1, 2025 Wih co-hosts Michael Breheny and Matt Bennett. Guests Included: Aric Lee- Sports Update Rikki Parker - Children's Museum Kyle May - Fleet Feet  

Aly Delatte of the Decatur Parks Foundation joined co-hosts Matt Bennett & Dan Martini on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the upcoming Trees on Tees event. Listen to the podcast now!

Dan Watkins, current executive of God’s Shelter of Love & Arianna Fane, future executive of God's Shelter of Love, joined co-hosts Matt Bennett & Dan Martini on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about Dan's retirement and Arianna's new role at the shelter. Listen to the podcast now!

Aric Lee from United Way joined co-hosts Matt Bennett & Dan Martini on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to recap Highschool football playoffs, the Chicago Bears, and Illini sports. Listen to the podcast now!

Jess Milligan, joined co-hosts Michael Breheny & John Ellis on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the upcoming Santa Shop opening and upcoming Christmas events. Listen to the podcast now!

Shyler Kraus, CASA employee,  joined co-hosts John West & Dan Martini on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the upcoming events for CASA. Listen to the podcast now!

Aric Lee from United Way joined co-hosts Michael Breheny & John Ellis on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to recap Highschool football, the Chicago Bears winning season, and Illini sports. Listen to the podcast now!

November 3, 2025 - With co-hosts Michael Breheny & Matt Bennett. Guests Included: Aric Lee - Illini and High School Sports expert Mirinda Rothrock - Greater Decatur Chamber of Commerce

October, 20, 2025 - Aric Lee, Local Sports expert, joined Soy City Buzz to talk about High School Sports and the Illini.  Listen to the podcast now!

October 20, 2025 - Blake Noland, Rural Workplace Development, joined Soy City Buzz to talk about opportunities for people to learn skilled trades and Farm Camp they have.  Listen to the podcast now!

October 20, 2025 - Mark Scranton, Lincoln Square Theater, joined Soy City Buzz, to talk about upcoming shows coming the theater.  Listen to the podcast now!

October 20, 2025 - With co-hosts Michael Breheny & Matt Bennett. Guests Included: Aric Lee - Local Sports Expert  Blake Noland - Rural Workplace Development Mark Scranton -  Lincoln Square Theater

October 6, 2025 - NIck Cox, Coney McKane's and Hostetler owner, joined Soy City Buzz to talk about their new event space and upcoming events.  Listen to the podcast now!

October 6, 2025 - Randy Jeffson, Play It Again Sports owner, joined Soy City Buzz to talk about celebrating 35 years in business and their upcoming event.  Listen to the podcast now!

October 6, 2025 - Aric Lee, local sports expert, joined Soy City Buzz to talk about the Cubs playoff run, the Illini' huge game this Saturday against Ohio State and High School football.   Listen to the podcast now!

October 6, 2025 - With co-hoss Jack Vance and John Ellis. Guests Included: Aric Lee - Local Sports expert Randy Jeffson - Play It Again Sports Nick Cox - Coney McKane's and Hostetler onwer

September 29, 2025 - Kevin Breheny, WSOY Community Food Drive, joined his old show Soy City Buzz to talk about this Friday's Food Drive and the need for the area to rally around the even.  Listen to the podcast now!

September 29, 2025 - Mike Claiborne, St. Louis Cardinals Broadcaster and Missouri Sports Hall of Fame member, joined Soy City Buzz to talk about the end of the Cardinals season and what he sees might happen under new General Manager Chaim Bloom.  Dr. Bret Jerger, Jerger Pediatric Dentisty, also joined.   Listen to the podcast now!