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OMAPODKishla Askins on her Congressional run & a Midwest National Security Consortium
Kishla Askins is a candidate for the second district Congressional seat in Nebraska.For more information on her campaign, click here. ALSO…* Paperwork filed at…
OMAPODDeanna Walz on PACE INTERACTIVE: Spellbound - The Magic of the Arts
Deanna Walz is Director of Development for PACE.For more information about the event discussed in this episode, click here. For tickets, click here. ALSO…* FBI…
OMAPODGarrett Connely of NEw Voices on engaging issue-driven young voters
Garrett Connely is a co-founder of NEw Voices.ALSO…* More fallen trees after weekend storm pose obstacle for OPPD crews - from KETV* Storm causes ‘tremendous’…
OMAPODSomething in the Air: Storms, Stings & Stripped-Down Stunts
“Nebraska State Penitentiary sustains storm damage, inmates relocated,” reports WOWT ALSO…* Nebraska traffic stop leads to arrest of nude man in connection…
OMAPODCut Short: The Hair-Brained Bar-ber Battle in Blackstone
“Blackstone bar forced to change name, violates Nebraska barber law,” reports KMTVALSO…* North Omaha residents weigh in on Innovation District Plan - from…
OMAPODPART II: Kent Campbell & Scott Henderson on the Amazon Devices Climate Tech & International Space Station Orbital Edge Accelerators
Kent Campbell is Co-Founder & CEO of Quantum Qool.Scott Henderson is General Partner of NMotion powered by gener8tor.For information, and to apply to the…
OMAPODKent Campbell, CEO of Quantum Qool, & Scott Henderson on launching an ultrafast laser company in Omaha
Kent Campbell is Co-Founder & CEO of Quantum Qool.Scott Henderson is General Partner of NMotion powered by gener8tor.For information, and to apply to the…
OMAPODScott Henderson on Nebraska's startup ecosystem: ambitious founders, BIG swings, coming trends & A.I.
Scott Henderson is General Partner of NMotion powered by gener8tor.For information, and to apply to the NMotion Fall 2025 Accelerator Program, click…
OMAPODDenise Powell on her Congressional campaign, origin story & John Cavanaugh
Denise Powell is running for Congress in Nebraska’s Second District. For more information about her campaign, click here. ALSO…* Three people critically hurt…
OMAPODOmaha vs. Council Bluffs: The Battle Of The Bob
“$60 million project includes adventure tower, treetop walk near Bob Kerrey bridge in Council Bluffs,” reports KMTVALSO…* ‘Definitely will remember him’…
OMAPODFrom Bemis to the Beltway: A Nebraska Nerd's Power Trip
“DOGE-Pilled: Why DOGE’s Luke Farritor followed Elon Musk to DC,” reports Bloomberg BusinessweekALSO…* Fremont explosion preceded by environmental groups’…
OMAPOD10 Stats On What Nebraskans Hate (& Love) About Their Jobs* (* - According To Science)
“Two-thirds of Nebraskans satisfied with work, survey finds,” reports the University of Nebraska-Lincoln“Chicken N Pickle cancels plans on northwest Omaha…
OMAPODForgive Us Our Debts: Episcopalians Erase The Balance
“Omaha church launches statewide initiative to relieve $2.5 million in medical debt,” reports Nebraska Public MediaFor more information and to join the…
OMAPODGlenn Valley Foods: After the ICE storm
“ICE Took Half Their Work Force. What Do They Do Now?” reports The New York Times ALSO…* Life in prison awaits Omaha man found guilty of first-degree murder -…
OMAPODMuch ADU About Something
“‘There is a lot of interest’: What are ADU’s, and why are they on the rise in Omaha?” reports the Omaha World-HeraldFor more information from the city’s ADU…
OMAPODCorn Sweat, Crimes & Community College Chaos
Headline Hits discussed and rated in this episode (spoilers):Headline #1 StoryHeadline #2 StoryHeadline #3 Story ALSO…* US Dept. of Education investigating UNO…
OMAPODPickup Lines: Nebraska's Cybertruck Colorado Conundrum
“Tesla opens retro-futuristic diner as Elon Musk hints at more locations,” reports TechCrunch“Nebraska Tesla Cybertruck owner reveals 12-hour delivery process…
OMAPODColdplay Kiss Cam, Cornhuskers & Competition
“Husker Athletics Adds Special Events Department,” announces The University of Nebraska-LincolnALSO…* More than 7,600 attend virtual Don Bacon town hall - from…
OMAPODValleygate: Recall Me Maybe?
“‘It’s not personal’: Valley residents initiate recall against mayor and city council president,” reports KETV“Stolen election or following rules? UNO panel…
OMAPODThe 25 Most Surprising Things About The 25 Most Shazamed Songs in Omaha This Week
Top 25 Songs in Omaha on Shazam in the past weekALSO…* Omaha police investigate chase that ends in crash at S. 24th and F St. - from KETV* Plane from Omaha to…
OMAPODWhat is Omaha's LinkedIn Cities on the Rise ranking?
LinkedIn Cities on the Rise 2025: The 25 fastest-growing US Metros for jobs and new talentWhere does Omaha rank on the list?ALSO…* Don Kleine running again for…
OMAPODBlazing Trails: The Omaha Tribe Legalizes Cannabis
“Omaha Tribe of Nebraska legalizes, regulates medical and recreational marijuana,” reports the Nebraska ExaminerALSO…* Iowa authorities fault Nebraska prison…
OMAPODCODA: Sen. John Cavanaugh on family legacy, his time as a public defender & Amor Towles
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…
OMAPODPART II: Sen. John Cavanaugh on paid sick leave, medical cannabis & agonizing compromises
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…
OMAPODSenator John Cavanaugh on Denise Powell, Tony Vargas & running for Congress
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…
OMAPODStealing Home: An Omaha Cleats & Chalk True Crime Caper
“Crime Stoppers: Video shows thieves who stole from Omaha Little League,” reports KETVALSO…* ICE says it arrested MS-13 ‘kingpin’ in Omaha - from Nebraska…
OMAPODThe lit Nebraska campaign that just got rollin'...
“Medical cannabis advocate, targeted notary running for Nebraska governor,” reports Nebraska ExaminerALSO…* Tim Cavanaugh appointed Douglas County treasurer…
OMAPODPaw & Order: Special Gaming Unit
“Nebraska K-9s injured in line of duty newly authorized for EMS care, transportation,” reports the Nebraska Examiner“Nebraska casinos keep posting record…
OMAPODPART II: Sarah Iverson on extensive mindfulness, wilderness solos & sacred clowning
Sarah Iverson is Owner and Play Alchemist for Curious Sunshine.To listen to Part One of Sarah’s OMAPOD appearance, click here. ALSO…* Nearly 1,800 Nebraska…
OMAPODFireworks, Foleyworks & Fallout
“Nebraska auditor claims tens of thousands of dollars improperly paid to state workers, some dead,” reports the Nebraska ExaminerFor a list of 4th of July…
OMAPODMatt Fujan previews OCon Expo 2025
Matt Fujan, Director of Event Management for the OCon Expo, previews this year’s convention, coming to the Mid-America Center, July 11 - 13th. For more…
OMAPODSarah Iverson on the power & possibility of play
Sarah Iverson is Owner and Play Alchemist for Curious Sunshine.For more information on Play: How it Shapes the Brain, Opens the Imagination, and Invigorates…
OMAPODRingomaha!
For more information on tonight’s Memorial Park Concert and Fireworks Show featuring Ringo Starr, click here. ALSO…* How a Nebraska immigration raid tied to an…
OMAPODState Cars, Side Hustles & Gallivanting on the Government Dime
“Nebraska State Auditor says state employees are ‘gallivanting, joyriding’ on taxpayers’ dime,” reports KOLNRead the full State Auditor Report - here.ALSO…*…
OMAPODOmaha's Priciest Property & the ($2.5) Million-Dollar Memory Next Door
Check out Miss Cassette’s ‘Revisiting North 96th Street’ investigation on My Omaha Obsession here. The $5.25 million-dollar listing for 318 N. 96th St. The…
OMAPODShould Omaha ice cream truck drivers require a background check?
“Omaha ice cream truck driver arrested for sexual assault of a minor,” reports KETVALSO…* Omaha police make arrests in early June homicide case - from WOWT*…
OMAPODICE, Juneteenth & Douglas County Corrections: The Saga of Domingo Rey Valentine
“Omahan who is U.S. citizen spends two nights in jail on immigration ‘hold,’ drawing criticism,” reports the Nebraska ExaminerALSO…* Man dies, woman wounded in…
OMAPODPerfect Game: Public-Private Pitches
“We’re co-hosting the College World Series. Public-private partnerships have made it happen,” write Rev. Daniel Hendrickson & Joanne Li in the Omaha…
OMAPODOmaha will be out of land by 2050. Then what?
For more information on Omaha’s Comprehensive Plan, click here. For a schedule of upcoming community engagement events and opportunities to have your voice…
OMAPODGot Beef? Get Moo-chendise
“Nebraska Beef Council launches summer beef apparel store,” reports Rural RadioTo check out the store, click here. ALSO…* Court records describe Omaha…
OMAPODPouring Rain & Shots in Jell-Omaha
“Paul Skenes returns to Omaha for a brief visit to the arena that changed his life,” reports Yahoo! SportsALSO…* Pillen supports locking Nebraska clocks at…
OMAPODA CWS Creative Director? A job, well, *Dunne*
“Livvy Dunne Turns Heads at LSU’s College World Series Game in Omaha,” reports Men’s Journal‘Omaha softball players mudding baseballs for the CWS’ - from…
OMAPODDestiny Atkins, Shantell Girres & Tiffany Gamble on MAC's 2025 Pitch Black Finals
Destiny Atkins and Shantell Girres are the founders of Gimme the Scoop.Tiffany Gamble is the founder & CEO of Gamble Tech Firm. For more information about this…
OMAPODBasi Affia, Haji Salad & Fidele Mienso on MAC's 2025 Pitch Black Finals
Basi Affia is the owner of Sensi’il Studios.Haji Salad is the Founder & CEO of Patron Senior Living. Fidele Mienso is the COO of the Midlands African Chamber…
OMAPODVenom Week Reconsidered
“Why snake experts gathered in Omaha on their quest for a more universal venom antidote,” reports the Omaha World-HeraldALSO…* Inside largest ICE workplace…
OMAPODA State Sale: 1313 Farnam
Check out the ‘For Sale’ listing for the State Office Building here. ALSO…* ‘One Omaha’: Inauguration held for Omaha’s first Black mayor Monday night - from…
OMAPODIdeas for an Omaha Public Market at The RiverFront
For more information - and to take the survey - on the Omaha RiverFront Market Exploration, click here. To read ‘A History of the Omaha Market House’ - click…
OMAPODShow Notes: Summer Break... Like & Subscribe+
OMAPOD will be on a short summer break… Like & Subscribe!ALSO…* Pillen vetoes in limbo after being submitted to the wrong office - from Nebraska Public Media*…
OMAPODOmaha's Pioneering Wearable Tech Buzz
“‘Completely transformative’: Omaha Performing Arts pilots new technology for arts accessibility,” reports KETVWhat are some other Omaha attractions that could…
OMAPODPART II: Angelina Gutierrez on exposure, dancing & the ultimate vulnerability
Angelina Gutierrez is an abstract painter and visual artist.For more information on her artwork, and to check out her online store, click here.To listen to the…
OMAPODAngelina Gutierrez on expressing emotion in painting & putting her truth on blast
Angelina Gutierrez is an abstract painter and visual artist. For more information on her artwork, and to check out her online store, click here.ALSO…* ‘Farmers…
OMAPODWheat, Meat & Receipts
“State auditor report shows ‘unreasonable’ spending on dinners, travel by Nebraska Wheat Board,” reports Nebraska Public MediaALSO…* ‘Blue dot’ will have a…
OMAPODPART II: Jody Holston & Angela Smith on Omaha's disinvested community development ecosystem
Jody Holston is the Executive Director of Front Porch Investments.Angela Smith is Senior Director of Spark.For more information and tickets to the…
OMAPODPART II: Ryan Reed on worst case scenarios if the Historic Preservation Fund isn't retained
Ryan Reed is a project manager for a historic preservation consulting firm.For more information from The National Conference of State Historic Preservation…
OMAPODJody Holston & Angela Smith on the 'Reignite2Unite Omaha Development Symposium'
Jody Holston is the Executive Director of Front Porch Investments. Angela Smith is Senior Director of Spark. For more information and tickets to the…
OMAPODRyan Reed on how federal cuts threaten Omaha's historic preservation
Ryan Reed is a project manager for a historic preservation consulting firm.For more information from The National Conference of State Historic Preservation…
OMAPODRevisiting The OMA Tourism Awards
Check out the 2025 OMA Tourism Awards winners here. ALSO…* Omaha City Council candidates make final push before Tuesday election - from KETV* Creighton…
OMAPODYanqi Xu of Flatwater Free Press on innovators & challenges in NE glass recycling
Yanqi Xu is Senior Investigative Reporter for the Flatwater Free Press. To read the story discussed in this episode, click here. To listen to the Yanqi’s first…
OMAPODJeremy Turley of Flatwater Free Press on Omaha's off-cycle election future
Jeremy Turley is Omaha Investigative Reporter for the Flatwater Free Press.To read Jeremy’s story discussed in this episode, click here.To hear Jeremy’s…