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OMAPODPART II: Allana G. Pommier & Scott Working on the panels, poetry & performances at Joslyn Castle's Art & Literary Festival
Allana G. Pommier is a performer and playwright.Scott Working is a co-producer of the Art & Literary Festival and an instructor at Metropolitan Community…
OMAPODPART II: Leslie Smith & Susan Rauth of OMLB on doing the *heart* work of turning vacant lots into vibrant blocks
Leslie Smith is the Executive Director of the Omaha Municipal Land Bank.Susan Rauth is an Omaha Municipal Land Bank Board Member.To read the 10-year report and…
OMAPODAllana G. Pommier & Scott Working celebrate 'The Harlem Renaissance' at Joslyn Castle's Art & Literary Festival
Allana G. Pommier is a performer and playwright.Scott Working is a co-producer of the Art & Literary Festival and an instructor at Metropolitan Community…
OMAPODLeslie Smith & Susan Rauth of the Omaha Municipal Land Bank on affordable housing
Leslie Smith is the Executive Director of the Omaha Municipal Land Bank. Susan Rauth is an Omaha Municipal Land Bank Board Member. To read the 10-year report…
OMAPODSpare Change Index: Bowling In Omaha Rolls On
“Chop’s Bowling celebrates 75 years of strikes, spares and community in Omaha,” reports KETV“Omaha was once a kingpin in the bowling world,” reports the Omaha…
OMAPOD10 Good Deeds for a Bad Shutdown
“Omaha man donates lunches for TSA agents during government shutdown,” reports the Omaha World-Herald“Got Pumpkins? The Florence Mill and Hillside Solutions…
OMAPODSHARE Pairs: A Reel Halloween Food Drive Guide
To check out SHARE Omaha’s resources on how to donate and/or volunteer to combat food insecurity, click here. For a list of the City of Omaha’s Food Collection…
OMAPODPART II: Joe Toscano on Omaha's AI advantage & the consequences of divisive algorithms
Joe Toscano is focused on Answer Engine Optimization as co-founder & CEO of Service Stories.He’s also a contributor to Forbes, the author of Automating…
OMAPODPART II: Chen Huang on Omaha's craving for community + how to shift your mindset
Chen Huang is a leadership coach & the founder of The Moon Club.To listen to the first part of Chen’s episode, click here. ALSO…* Malcolm X birthsite…
OMAPODPART II: Iona Fortune on how she develops a burlesque act
Iona Fortune is a burlesque performer and producer… as well as a podcaster and an art historian.To listen to the first part of Iona’s episode, click here…
OMAPODEco-maha: Yard Waste Season Begins
“Yard waste season kicks off in Omaha,” reports WOWT“Halloween night and its hooliganism was once a nightmare for Omaha police,” reports the Omaha…
OMAPODChen Huang on Chinese tea ceremonies & creating The Moon Club for Omaha
Chen Huang is a leadership coach & the founder of The Moon Club. ALSO…* Omaha man, 25, pleads no contest for role in woman’s 2022 death - Omaha World-Herald*…
OMAPODJoe Toscano on his moral journey from 'The Social Dilemma' to founding Service Stories
Joe Toscano is focused on Answer Engine Optimization as co-founder & CEO of Service Stories. He’s also a contributor to Forbes, the author of Automating…
OMAPODIona Fortune on dancing & chronicling burlesque in Omaha
Iona Fortune is a burlesque performer and producer… as well as a podcaster and an art historian. ALSO…* Omaha’s Blackstone businesses try new ideas amid…
OMAPODNE Lottery Sales Slump Index
“State lottery sales are down. Here’s what that means for programs that rely on that revenue,” reports Nebraska Public Media ALSO…* A look at Omaha’s Business…
OMAPODCODA: Pete Sakaris on how to pull a crowd into an experience & pick up on their reaction
Pete Sakaris is a stand-up comedian and the commentator, ring announcer, backstage interviewer and statistician for Magnum Wrestling.To listen to the first…
OMAPODPART II: Leah Miles on figuring out how to host & run great events
Leah Miles is the proprietor of Benson’s Floors Floors Floors shared community event space.To listen to the first part of Leah’s episode, click here. ALSO…*…
OMAPODCODA: Katrina Thurman on The Sopranos, singing on Broadway & how she casts a show
Katrina Thurman is Director of Artistic Administration for Opera Omaha.The Barber of Seville will be coming to the Orpheum Theater at 7:30 PM on Friday…
OMAPODPART II: Marcia Kimpton on escaping the Hollywood Bardo & alchemizing pain/suffering into acceptance
Marcia Kimpton is an award-winning director, producer, actress and writer.Her latest film, An American Abroad, was digitally released on Friday, October 3…
OMAPODPART II: Pete Sakaris on the different psychology wrestlers & comedians use to make an audience feel something
Pete Sakaris is a stand-up comedian and the commentator, ring announcer, backstage interviewer and statistician for Magnum Wrestling.To listen to the first…
OMAPODPART II: Nick Beaulieu & Leo Louis II on non-Omahans response to 'My Omaha' & poisonous algorithms
Nick Beaulieu is a director, writer and producer - his new documentary film My Omaha is coming to Film Streams October 14 - 19th.Leo Louis II is a human…
OMAPODPART II: Katrina Thurman on her path to The Met stage, Kristin Chenoweth & the beauty of sound
Katrina Thurman is Director of Artistic Administration for Opera Omaha.The Barber of Seville will be coming to the Orpheum Theater at 7:30 PM on Friday…
OMAPODLeah Miles on Floors Floors Floors & The Conor Oberst Lookalike Contest story
Leah Miles is the proprietor of Benson’s Floors Floors Floors shared community event space.The story discussed in this episode: ‘Bright Eyes’ Conor Oberst…
OMAPODNick Beaulieu & Leo Louis II on 'My Omaha'
Nick Beaulieu is a director, writer and producer - his new documentary film My Omaha is coming to Film Streams October 14 - 19th. Leo Louis II is a human…
OMAPODPete Sakaris on his path from Magnum Wrestling to stand-up comedy
Pete Sakaris is a stand-up comedian and the commentator, ring announcer, backstage interviewer and statistician for Magnum Wrestling.To listen to the OMAPOD…
OMAPODSenator John Cavanaugh on shutdown, McCook & filing his medical can'tabis complaint
Senator John Cavanaugh is a state senator in his second term representing the 9th district and a candidate for the Nebraska 2nd Congressional District seat.For…
OMAPODMarcia Kimpton on bringing 'An American Abroad' sneak peek to Omaha
Marcia Kimpton is an award-winning director, producer, actress and writer. Her latest film, An American Abroad, is set for digital release on Friday, October…
OMAPODKatrina Thurman of Opera Omaha on developing 'The Barber of Seville'
Katrina Thurman is Director of Artistic Administration for Opera Omaha.The Barber of Seville will be coming to the Orpheum Theater at 7:30 PM on Friday…
OMAPODAileen Warren & Allison Zach of ICAN invite you to 7x7x7
ICAN President & CEO Aileen Warren, and Director, Marketing, Communications and Events, Allison Zach fill us in on this year’s exciting 7x7x7 event!For more…
OMAPODShutdown Showdown: Baristas, Bureaucrats...& Bud
“Rep. Mike Flood says spending compromise unlikely before government shutdown deadline,” reports Nebraska Public Media“Four Starbucks locations in Omaha to…
OMAPODBud Parade Weekend Guide
To check out the Omaha Calendar of Events for this weekend from Visit Omaha, click here. For more information on the Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford Victory Parade &…
OMAPODCODA: bARBER & Watie White on how environment influences & changes art
bARBER is a Midwest-based visual artist.Watie White is a painter, printmaker and public artist.For more information, and tickets to the Figure it Out event…
OMAPODPART II: bARBER & Watie White on trying to communicate something important
bARBER is a Midwest-based visual artist.Watie White is a painter, printmaker and public artist.For more information, and tickets to the Figure it Out event…
OMAPODbARBER & Watie White on collaborating for 'Figure it Out'
bARBER is a Midwest-based visual artist. Watie White is a painter, printmaker and public artist.For more information, and tickets to the Figure it Out event…
OMAPODUPDATE: Coolest (?) Thing Made In Nebraska Finals
“Contest narrows to final four for state’s top manufactured product of 2025,” reports the Nebraska ExaminerTo cast your vote, click here.To listen to the 2025…
OMAPODPART II: Bree Kalhorn on deplatforming & blacklisting
Bree Kalhorn is a stand-up comedian and improviser.To listen to the first part of this episode, click here. To listen to Bree’s previous OMAPOD appearances…
OMAPODBree Kalhorn on facing legal threats, harassment & cancel culture
Bree Kalhorn is a stand-up comedian and improviser.To listen to Bree’s previous OMAPOD appearances, click the magnifying glass icon above and type in her name…
OMAPOD10 Streetcar Construction Citizen Compensation Ideas
“Omaha Chamber awarding grants to businesses affected by streetcar construction,” reports WOWTBut what do the rest of us get for our inconvenience? ALSO…*…
OMAPODHow should Omaha permanently honor Bud?
“City of Omaha planning celebration of Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford’s historic boxing win,” reports the Omaha World-HeraldBut what should Omaha do for a more…
OMAPODMatt Banta on Space To Play's debut & building buzz for 'Lovely Lonely Days'
Matt Banta is a singer-songwriter and founding member of bands Blue Moon Ghetto, Thousand Houses & Space To Play, and is co-founder of the Omaha Music Group…
OMAPODMarQ Manner on launching Space To Play
MarQ Manner is a writer, music journalist and the creator of the Omaha Buzz Substack.For more information and to purchase tickets to tonight’s show at The…
OMAPODHal Daub on Charlie Kirk
Hal Daub served four terms in the United States House of Representatives and as the 48th Mayor of Omaha. He was elected to the Board of Regents of the…
OMAPODOmaha's Brain Drain Pain
“Business leaders sound alarm as Omaha job growth badly trails regional peers,” reports the Omaha World-HeraldALSO…* National attention may have kept Nebraska…
OMAPODCODA: Kishla Askins on Gaza, the Middle East & Pentagon think tanks
Kishla Askins is a candidate for the second district Congressional seat in Nebraska.For more information on her campaign, click here.To listen to the first…
OMAPODLauren Bates on the Fall Conscious Collections Fest 2025
Lauren Bates is host of the Sustainably LB podcast & co-founder of Swap Omaha.For more information on the Fall Conscious Collections Fest 2025, and to purchase…
OMAPODSherbnb: Douglas County Sheriff's Host-a-Homeless "Program"
“Option to house unhoused people in your home under new program with Douglas County Sheriff’s Office,” reports KETVFor more information, or to apply, for the…
OMAPODLauren Bates on the Omaha Fashion Week controversy aftermath
Lauren Bates is host of the Sustainably LB podcast & co-founder of Swap Omaha.“Omaha Fashion Week and Designer Resolve Dispute Over Controversial Runway Look,”…
OMAPODNE's New Laws: No Fake Meat, Yes MMA...on Ice?!
“Over 100 new Nebraska laws will take effect Wednesday,” reports KOLNALSO…* Nebraska congressman helps Eppley Airfield secure $7 million for international…
OMAPODFalloween Pumpkin Patch Guide 2025
“Here’s a guide to pumpkin patches near Omaha offering fall-themed fun,” reports the Omaha World-HeraldTo hear Kelsey Vala Donovan on OMAPOD: Part one, click…
OMAPODForbes' Best Nebraska Employers 2025: Scrubs, Semis & Surprises
To check out the Forbes list of ‘Best Employers By State’ - click here. To peruse the full Forbes List Directory - click here. ALSO…* First-of-its-kind study…
OMAPOD'Coolest Thing Made In Nebraska' 2025 Bracketology
To cast your vote for the Coolest Thing Made In Nebraska, click here. ALSO…* ‘It was a long journey’: Omaha police make arrest in 2019 cold case - from KETV*…
OMAPOD5 Ways Omaha Can Crash The Wedding of the Century
“Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are engaged,” report WOWTALSO…* Omaha City Council hears heated debate over dropping ‘DEI’ language to avoid Trump’s ire - from…
OMAPODPART II: Kishla Askins on the JFK Jr. & USS Cole missions
Kishla Askins is a candidate for the second district Congressional seat in Nebraska.For more information on her campaign, click here.To listen to the first…
OMAPODPART II: Jerry Banks on Coach Mac, Allan Lozier & developing NewStreet Properties
Jerry Banks is the Principal and Founder of Jerry Banks Group and the author of Eat Sh*t & Smile: Surviving and Thriving on the Roller Coaster of Life.For more…
OMAPODPART II: Justin Shanahan on befriending his favorite bands & evolving the Shadow Ridge Music Festival
Justin Shanahan is the founder of the Shadow Ridge Music Festival.For more information about this year’s Shadow Ridge Music Festival, click here.For tickets…
OMAPODPART II: Natalie Hogge on the therapeutic benefits of expressive arts
Natalie Hogge is Co-Founder and Creative Director of NeXT Foundation.For more information on the ‘An Enchanted Evening’ fundraiser, click here.For tickets…
OMAPODJerry Banks on 'Eat Sh*t & Smile'
Jerry Banks is the Principal and Founder of Jerry Banks Group and the author of Eat Sh*t & Smile: Surviving and Thriving on the Roller Coaster of Life. For…
OMAPODJustin Shanahan on the 2025 Shadow Ridge Music Festival
Justin Shanahan is the founder of the Shadow Ridge Music Festival. For more information about this year’s Shadow Ridge Music Festival, click here. For tickets…
OMAPODNatalie Hogge of NeXT Foundation on 'An Enchanted Evening - The Magic of Expressive Arts'
Natalie Hogge is Co-Founder and Creative Director of NeXT Foundation.For more information on the ‘An Enchanted Evening’ fundraiser, click here.For tickets…
OMAPODGovernor Martin O'Malley & Senator John Cavanaugh on the future of Social Security (live from CWA Local 7400)
Governor Martin O’Malley was the 61st Governor of the State of Maryland, the 17th Commissioner of the Social Security Administration in the Biden…