The Phil Luciano Show

Phil talks to Shelli Dankoff of OSF Healthcare about her visit to St. Louis for the Sheen Beatification...

Phil talks to Rick Cannon about another Hollywood Hidden Gem... Nick Of Time...Gene Watson (Johnny Depp) arrives at an L.A. train station with his young daughter, Lynn (Courtney Chase), and is confronted by mysterious Mr. Smith (Christopher Walken) and Ms. Jones (Roma Maffia). They hand him a gun, order him to kill the state governor within 75 minutes and threaten to murder his child if he doesn't comply. Smith accompanies Watson to a hotel where the governor is to speak, while Jones holds the girl. As Watson considers his options, the hour to act draws ever nearer.

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area...

Phil interviews CEO JD Dalfonso of Discover Peoria about changes to Peoria...Peoria hotel rooms will cost a little more. But the new tax aims to boost and market tourism in the Peoria area. What's the plan? JD Dalfonso will explain how Discover Peoria will bring more tourism, conventions and tournaments to Peoria.

Phil interviews Marie Morris #Girlsday Founder with Matthew H. Wigginton Mayor of Peoria Heights about an upcoming event....Marie Morris experienced childhood traumas that followed her into adulthood. Now, on the other side of healing, she founded #Girlsday, which raises funds for the enter of Prevention of Abuse.  Join them on Saturday, October 10 in Tower Park, Peoria Heights for #GirlsDay, an event full of fun, hands-on activities, delicious food, and camaraderie with proceeds benefiting CFPA!When purchasing your ticket, you’re joining a community of friends and supporters to honor the resilience of survivors, learn about available resources, and celebrate the women in your life! A great mix of entertainment, community, and amazing vibes all while supporting CFPA.Tickets are now on sale at https://www.centerforpreventionofabuse.org/events/girlsday/

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil talks to Shelli Dankoff about......In the United States, 194 million adults—roughly 76.4% or 3 in 4 Americans—are living with at least one chronic condition. This staggering figure underscores that chronic illness is no longer a niche health issue, but a defining feature of public health. Data from organizations like the Chronic Disease Coalition and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveal how deeply these conditions impact individuals and the broader healthcare system

Phil interviews a Peoria County farmer Larry Layman about how one of his cows seriously attacked him. It sounds funny, until it actually happens. Larry feels lucky to be alive after a mild-mannered mama cow suddenly turned on him-16 hundred pounds of bovine rage.

Phil talks to Chris about another Twistory... The Peoria Women's Club....In 1886, Clara Parsons Bourland and 26 other members established Peoria Women’s Club to inspire women to lead and serve the community. They built a breeding ground for political and civic leadership in early struggles for women’s equality. Now, Peoria Women’s Club provide opportunities for intergenerational connection, cultural engagement, and civic participation, inspiring women in the community to create, belong, and lead lives of meaning.

Phil interviews Andy King the Executive Director from Dream Center Peoria about an upcoming event....The favorite past time in Peoria is complaining about Peoria. Ever want to change things? A good place to start is with Dream Center Peoria, which helps the community in so many ways. Their annual gathering is called Surrounded, and it's coming up. It's is a great way to learn how the organization does so much locally-and how you can help. 

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil interviews a local Historian Teresa Gauger about an upcoming event. Arch Bishop Fulton J. Sheen was born in an apartment above his family's hardware store in the Woodford County town of El Paso. That exact room no longer is there: it's an empty space above what is now the beer garden of a bar-restaurant. Ahead of his beautification next week, we'll chat with a local historian who once owned Sheen's birthplace. 

Phil talks to Rick Cannon about another Hollywood Hidden Gem....No Escape (also known internationally as Follow Me) is a 2020 horror-thriller film written and directed by Will Wernick. The movie follows a popular social media influencer who travels to Moscow with his friends to participate in a highly exclusive, hyper-realistic escape room for his vlog, only to discover that the game is far more deadly than it seems.

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil interviews two Hotdoggers Nacho Dog Norah and Cookout Caroline currently drivers for the Wienermobile. There are currently six active Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles traveling across the United States. Oscar Mayer +1Fleet Details Active Vehicles: Exactly six full-sized Wienermobiles are on the road at any given time. License Plates: Each vehicle has a unique identifier on its plate: YUMMY, OURDOG, WNRMBLE, RELSHME, OCRMYR, and WEENR. Drivers: The fleet is operated by 12 brand ambassadors known as "Hotdoggers" (teams of two per vehicle). Other Vehicles: Aside from the main fleet of six, Oscar Mayer has occasionally used alternative promotional vehicles like a Mini Wienermobile, a food truck, and a WienerRover

Phil interviews the Blue Ridge Community Farm Founders Laura and Jim Sniff about an upcoming event for the fall season....Blue Ridge is a 245-acre farm near Chillicothe that provides free educational field trips, social events, and safe outdoor spaces for children and adults with special needs. They're about to kick off their fall concert series, which is also free. However, they will accept freewill donations to fund their programs. 

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil interviews Dr. Joe Bergman with ICC about how they received $3 million to upgrade manufacturing-training space.

Phil talks to Shelli about the Red Flags of Online Pharmacies ,,,,Buying prescription drugs from unsafe or rogue online pharmacies can be dangerous and potentially deadly due to unapproved or counterfeit ingredients. Counterfeit Pills: Fake medications often contain lethal doses of dangerous synthetic substances or entirely different active ingredients than advertised. Incorrect Dosages: Pills may have too much, too little, or no active ingredient at all. Legal Consequences: Purchasing controlled substances without a valid prescription is illegal and can lead to prosecution. Data Theft: Rogue sites often fail to protect personal and financial data or sell your information.

Phil interviews Stacey Peterson from the City of Peoria about a new program called Hello Neighbor Gathering Fund. The City of Peoria wants to fund neighborliness. This program is remarkable: if you host a gathering with neighbors, Peoria will give you $100 to fund the event. 

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil interviews Marie Morris and Kisha Woods two chair women for an upcoming event...Pathway To Success Conference. This is a conference  that encourage professional individuals to reject perfectionism and embrace their true selves. It's all about breaking free from unrealistic standards that cause professional burnout. 

Phil interviews Reid Epstein A Peoria native who describes his memories of Ground Zero....

Phil talks to Rick Cannon about another Hollywood Hidden Gem.....The Cokeville Miracle  On May 16, 1986, a former town marshal named David Young and his wife, Doris, took 154 children and teachers hostage at Cokeville Elementary School in Cokeville, Wyoming. They held the entire school trapped in a single crowded first-grade classroom for about two and a half hours with a homemade gasoline bomb and firearms.  

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil interviews Associate Dean Corinne Brown about and upcoming event for ICC. Diesel and Horticulture Showcase. This event is not just for High School students but folks looking to change careers-along with anyone interested in modern trade industries. The annual Agriculture, Diesel and Horticulture Showcase millions of dollars in heavy machinery,  plus live tech demos and cover careers ranging from agronomy to heavy-duty mechanics to landscape design to urban forestry. 

The Phil Luciano Show welcomes Washington, IL Police Chief, Mike McCoy, following the news of his retirement. The two discuss McCoy's plans and some of the most memorable cases throughout his nearly 50-year career including his involvement with the person held in Peoria jail for being involved with 9/11

Phil interviews Bradley Graduate Michael Copping...He was living and working in New York City. Ever day, he'd walk to work, right underneath the Twin Towers, usually just past 8:30 ever morning. On Sept. 11th he walked to work early, by happenstance avoiding the typical timeland that might have bought him to the towers at the time of the first plane hit. He recalls that day vividly...

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil interviews John Chan the Father of Charles (Chip) Chan a native from Peoria IL. Who lost his life at the attack on 9-11. The Peoria Riverfront Museum is funning the exhibit, "We Remember: Stories from the National 9/11 Memorial & Museum." The display honors Charles (Chip) Chan, a Richwoods grad and the only native from Peoria to die in the attacks. His parents helped create the exhibit and will speak at the 9/11 ceremony at the museum this Friday. 

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil interviews David Houseworth Chairman of September 11th Ceremony Remembrance Committee about how Sunday the city of Washington will mark the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11th. This guest has quite the story to tell. An F-16 pilot, she was flying a suicide mission to crash into the hijacked Flight 93 to prevent it from reaching Washington DC. She aborted the mission when the passengers stormed the cockpit and crashed the plane themselves.

Phil interviews Trauma Therapist Lauren Auer....Ever hear of an ayahuasca ceremony? Participants drink a powerful psychedelic plant brew that leads to an hourslong experience involving diarrhea, vomiting and hallucination. But, advocates say, it brings about profound psychological, emotional, and spiritual healing. What do the experts say? 

Phil talks to Rick Cannon about another Hollywood Hidden Gem...The Music Never Stopped is a 2011 American drama film directed by Jim Kohlberg, who makes his directorial debut from a script by Gwyn Lurie and Gary Marks. It premiered at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival, and was given a limited release in the US on March 18, 2011. Plot Henry Sawyer (J.K. Simmons) and his wife, Helen (Cara Seymour) learn that their only son, Gabriel (Lou Taylor Pucci) has been hospitalized with a brain tumor. They have not seen Gabriel in nearly twenty years; as a teenager, Gabriel left the house following an argument with his father. They learn that their son, who had been living as a homeless drifter, suffers from anterograde amnesia due to his tumor and is unable to recall much of his past or gain any new memories. Meanwhile, Henry is made redundant at his workplace, and though he is reluctant to see Gabriel often due to their prior estrangement, Helen begins working in order to pay for Gabriel's treatment, and presses Henry to visit Gabriel daily at his care facility in order to take a more active role in his progress.

Phil interviews Irina Riggenbach the executive director for Peoria Opportunities Foundation about affordable homes and how to improve the community.

Phil interviews the owner of The Book Nook Cheryl Langley and Author Joe Chianakas about an up coming event....Behind The Lines 2026

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil interviews Communication Specialist Nick McMillion from the Peoria Public Works about a fun program. Want to promote your school or organization? In a fun way? Consider the city's Paint-A-Plow Program. The blades of city snowplows will become canvases for art that can celebrate school spirit or showcase community pride-and spotlight your group. 

Phil talks to Shelli about Shifting Dynamics.....with parent and teen relationship and the shift of the kids entering high school. The quality of the parent-teen relationship is one of the strongest predictors of adolescent well-being as teenagers transition into high school.Shifting Dynamics Seeking Autonomy: Teens naturally pull away to build independence and seek a sense of belonging with their peers. Remaining a Safe Haven: Family offers unconditional support that peers cannot replace, making a connected home environment vital. According to OSF Newsroom, “If they feel there’s a lot of judgement and condemnation and not a lot of support, they’re probably going to go to other people or hold it inside.” [1] Communication and Guidance Ask Curious Questions: Swap direct advice for open-ended questions so teens can reason through choices on their own. [1, 2] Honor Autonomy: As noted in Psychology Today, “When teens can trust adults to honor their autonomy, they are more likely to engage in thoughtful discussions and value adult guidance.” Keep Open Lines: Talk during low-pressure moments like car rides or before bed. [1] Set Clear Expectations: Discuss rules for academics, curfews, and safety openly, including a promise to help them out of dangerous situations without immediate anger.

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil interviews Co-Founders Nikki Andrews and Jennifer Brady with the Peoria Area Repair Cafe, Also Jeep Johnson with River City Labs about how the Peoria Area Repair Cafe is a great resource. They want to promote sustainability and reduce waste. But the best thing for you is, they fix things-for free!

Phil talks to Chris about another Twistory....The Third Street Bridge is a historic bridge which carries Third Street across a railroad between Pine and Elm Streets in Delavan, Illinois. The bridge was built by the Kellogg Bridge Company in the 1870s and originally served as a railroad bridge at an unknown site in Tennessee. The City of Delavan purchased the bridge in 1907 and brought it to its current site on Third Street. The bridge is a double intersectional Warren pony truss; it is one of two bridges of its type remaining in Illinois and the oldest metal truss bridge in the state. The Warren truss design consists of alternating equilateral triangles along the sides of the bridge; the bridge has two sets of overlapping Warren trusses on each side, making it double intersectional

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Phil interviews Ava Mikell a Social media Influencer and Digital Creator who makes 10K per month on social the internet...She is a college freshman studying business finance, but she already knows a lot about that subject.

Phil talks to Rick Cannon about another Hollywood Hidden Gem Identity....When a vicious storm breaks out in the Nevada desert, 10 people seek refuge in an isolated motel. At the same time, a serial killer under the care of psychiatrist Doctor Mallick -- who has just found the killer's revealing journal -- awaits execution for murdering a group of motel guests. When the storm-stranded travelers realize they are being killed off one by one, limo driver Ed Dakota bids to stay alive and reveal the murderer's identity.

Phil covers the up to date headline news talking about what is happening in the world today along with the local area....

Flotsam River Circus is coming to town in September! The unique circus that will take place on the Illinois River is making a stop in Pekin and Peoria in the next few weeks.  The Phil Luciano Show talked to the group's general organizer Jason Webley about the circus coming to town.

Phil talks to Shelli about acid reflux GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is a chronic digestive condition where stomach acid or contents frequently flow back up into the esophagus, irritating its lining