Episode #56: CEDARS – CEO, Jim Blue CEDARS Organization CEO, Jim Blue talks about the need for more services for children in Lincoln and beyond. For 75 years, CEDARS mission has been to help children and youth achieve safety, stability and enduring family relationships. “Two years ago, one in 20 of Cedars’ clients were served […]
10 Mar 2023
55 – OPPD, Eric Williams
Episode #55: Eric Williams, OPPD Discussion about renewable energy and the increasingly important role of renewables to help power the low-cost and reliable grid of the future. Our Guest: Eric Williams is the Natural Resources Planner at the Papio-Missouri River Natural Resources District (NRD). He works to protect and conserve natural resources, and to build […]
9 Dec 2022
54 – Play ball! Jeff Maul and Darin Erstad
Episode #54: Jeff Maul and Darin Erstad – Play ball! $27 million Lincoln Youth baseball and softball complex and home to the Nebraska Wesleyan Prairie Wolves baseball and softball teams. Guests: Jeff Maul, Executive Director, Lincoln Convention and Visitors Bureau / Vice President, Lincoln Chamber of Commerce Darin Erstad is a former player and head […]
1 Nov 2022
53 – Lincoln Airport Authority: Dave Haring and Rachel Barth
This month, I am sitting down with Dave Haring, Executive Director of the Lincoln Airport Authority, and Rachel Barth, Director of Communications and Customer Engagement. We take a closer look at a ballot measure for commercial airports across the state. If passed, Constitutional Amendment 1 would give local governments control of how airport funding is used, leading to more airline options and increased customer satisfaction. Tune in to learn more about this initiative and be sure to get out and vote on November 8.
12 Oct 2022
52 – Lancaster County Commissioner: Sean Flowerday
https://youtu.be/Ffu2n4njer0 During election season, it is easy to get caught up in higher-level government elections and not tune in to what is happening closer to home. Sean Flowerday is the Lancaster County Commissioner, and seeking reelection next month. In this episode, we talk about what Flowerday has done in his position and his hopeful plans […]
15 Sept 2022
51 – Nebraska Development with Richard Meginnis and David Levy
We may not notice it daily, but our city and our state are constantly changing – and these changes often directly impact us as residents. This week, I am sitting down with real estate expert Richard Meginnis and legal professional David Levy for an in-depth discussion about the development of Lincoln.
9 Aug 2022
50 – Warhorse gaming update: Lance Morgan and Lynne McNally
https://youtu.be/xmqwb1SCKVE After years of opposing the expansion of gambling, in 2020 Nebraska voters overwhelmingly approved gambling at licensed racetracks with licensed gaming operators. At the time of the election, Nebraska outlawed gambling, except for the state lottery, licensed raffles, and bingo. This episode features an update on Warhorse Casinos from Lance Morgan and Lynne McNally, […]
15 Jul 2022
49 – Political Consultants: Mary Johnson and Kate Wolfe
Working in politics can and does look different for everyone; the varying interests, parties, and ever-changing political landscape makes this a different experience for everyone. This episode features Mary Johnson and Kate Wolfe, political consultants who are here to share their unique paths that their political careers have taken. From city-level volunteering to national connections, we cover it all in episode 49.
Sideshow Spirits, the first legal distillery in Lincoln, Nebraska, is a destination for spirit, cocktail and elixir enthusiasts. This episode features Sideshow Spirits and Kinkaider managing partner Cody Schmick, as well as Vanessa Silke, a partner with Baird Holm LLP, an Omaha-based law firm.
18 Apr 2022
47 – Lancaster County Commissioners: Deb Schorr & Rick Vest
Pints and Politics is joined by Lancaster County Commissioners Deb Schorr and Rick Vest, serving Districts 3 and 5. Join Dan Parsons as they discuss the latest issues in the community, such as jail population, broadband access and infrastructure needs – all while enjoying a Nebraska craft beer.
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