by Area Code Audio
On each episode of Area Code: Batavia, host Richard Clark explores the heart of Batavia, Illinois, and what it means to truly belong in Batavia, IL. Through one-on-one conversations with local small business owners, we uncover the essence of Batavia's community spirit. Produced by Area Code Audio. Tune in every two weeks for new episodes.
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July 23, 2026
<p>Arden Warner is an accelerator physicist and a self-described "simpleton." His uniquely straightforward way of looking at the world has made him uniquely equipped to solve some of the world's biggest problems.</p><p>When Arden saw coverage of a devastating oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico back in 2010, he had an idea: what if we could remove oil from the ocean using magnets? It turns out, not only did his idea work, but it turned out to be a revolutionary approach to cleaning up oil spills.</p><p>On this episode, I talk to Arden about the life-long journey that lead him to being on the verge of solving one of earth's most significant problems, and how working and hanging out in Batavia keeps him feeling grounded and connected to community.</p><p><strong>PLUS</strong>: Richard and Alexa talk smoke, bees, blood rivers, gambling, movies, and cocktails. Vices and plagues!!</p><ul><li>For 630 Members: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/acbatavia/posts/batavia-insider-164597156/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">A discussion about local gossip and Arden Warner on the "FermiBubble" and his favorite things in Batavia.</a></li><li><a href="https://bataviail.community.highbond.com/document/b9182faf-0d6b-4f6e-aa3c-4ad826b68916/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read the proposed gambling ordinance</a></li></ul><br/><p><a href="https://www.areacodeaudio.com/area-code-batavia" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to our newsletter</a> to be updated about Area Code: Batavia and find out when new episodes are available. </p><p><strong><u><a href="https://patreon.com/acbatavia?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join The 630</a></u> t</strong>o support this podcast and our mission to create a stronger sense of belonging in our community. Members will receive:</p><ul><li>Free access to quarterly live shows.</li><li>Off-week episodes of our bonus podcast, “The Batavia Insider”.</li><li>Influence future Area Code: Batavia content. Your voice will help guide future topics and interviews.</li><li>Regular opportunities to meet up in person with fellow Batavians who share your passion for our town and want to build stronger bonds.</li></ul><br/><p>Area Code: Batavia is always looking for sponsors. <a href="https://www.areacodeaudio.com/area-code-batavia-sponsor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Click here for more information</a>.</p><p>Area Code: Batavia is produced by <a href="https://www.areacodeaudio.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Area Code Audio</a>. It's hosted and produced by Richard Clark. Our associate producer and co-host is Alexa Swidenbank. Edited and mixed by Matt Linder. Additional production help from Jennifer Clark.</p>
July 9, 2026
<p>This episode, we abandon our assumptions about how great Batavia is and give ourselves over to objectivity.</p><p>Ward 4 Alderman Dustin Pieper is back to run through 10 questions that help determine whether a town is truly a strong town. Dustin runs the Strong Towns Batavia Local Conversation and has become well-versed in what makes a thriving, resilient town.</p><p>Will Batavia pass the test? You'll have to listen to find out.</p><p><strong>PLUS</strong>: We introduce Area Code: Batavia's new co-host, Alexa Swidenbank and a brand new opening segment, Neighborhood Watch!</p><ul><li>For 630 Members: <a href="https://www.patreon.com/acbatavia/posts/batavia-favs-140752628?collection=1621011" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Alexa and Graham's Batavia Favs</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/BEICRE/posts/-just-leased-in-downtown-batavia-were-excited-to-announce-that-1917-square-feet-/1619127513549485/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">More info on the Cat Cafe!</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tricitiescentral.com/p/state-of-the-tri-cities-2026?_bhlid=c5d04de31f43b901136def225daaca14554562f0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The State of The Tri-Cities</a></li><li><a href="https://www.strongtowns.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">More about the Strong Towns Movement</a></li><li><a href="https://stbatavia.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Strong Towns Batavia</a></li></ul><br/><p><a href="https://www.areacodeaudio.com/area-code-batavia" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to our newsletter</a> to be updated about Area Code: Batavia and find out when new episodes are available. </p><p><strong><u><a href="https://patreon.com/acbatavia?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join The 630</a></u> t</strong>o support this podcast and our mission to create a stronger sense of belonging in our community. Members will receive:</p><ol><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Free access to quarterly live shows.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Off-week episodes of our bonus podcast, “The Batavia Insider”.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Influence future Area Code: Batavia content. Your voice will help guide future topics and interviews.</li><li data-list="bullet"><span class="ql-ui" contenteditable="false"></span>Regular opportunities to meet up in person with fellow Batavians who share your passion for our town and want to build stronger bonds.</li></ol><br/><p>Area Code: Batavia is always looking for sponsors. <a href="https://www.areacodeaudio.com/area-code-batavia-sponsor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Click here for more information</a>.</p><p>Area Code: Batavia is produced by <a href="https://www.areacodeaudio.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Area Code Audio</a>. It's hosted and produced by Richard Clark. Edited and mixed by Matt Linder. Additional production help from Jennifer Clark.</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>212 Construction Group</strong></p>
June 30, 2026
<p>Here is the latest episode of Kids These Days, a podcast made in collaboration with Batavia Public Schools that I think listeners to this podcast will love.</p><p>New episodes will release every month on this feed, but to get them the day they drop, <a href="https://kids-these-days-bps.captivate.fm/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">subscribe to the podcast here</a>. Enjoy!</p><p>-------</p><p>On this episode of Kids These Days, Liz Mcalpin is reunited with her former fifth-grade student, Kim Nolasco.</p><p>Now in middle school and thriving, Kim is confronting the differences between elementary school and middle school, the challenges and opportunities that come with being bilingual, and the possibility of achieving her aspiration of one day being a police officer.</p><p>But what happens when things get hard? From navigating the awkwardness of raising your hand in front of a classroom crush to breaking massive obstacles down into small, manageable goals, Kim reveals her practical playbook for facing adversity head-on.</p><p>Kids These Days is a podcast from <a href="https://www.bps101.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Batavia Public School District 101</a>, produced in partnership with <a href="https://www.areacodeaudio.com/area-code-batavia" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Area Code: Batavia</a>. New episodes every month.</p><p>For more information about all the great things BPS101 is doing, <a href="https://www.bps101.net/news/join-our-newsletter-list" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sign up for our newsletter</a>.</p><p>To contact us about the episode or recommend a future guest, email us at <a href="mailto:help@bps101.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">help@bps101.net</a>. </p>
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On each episode of Area Code: Batavia, host Richard Clark explores the heart of Batavia, Illinois, and what it means to truly belong in Batavia, IL. Through one-on-one conversations with local small business owners, we uncover the essence of Batavia's community spirit.
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