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#LovinLebanon Podcast

City of Lebanon, Indiana

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Hello, greetings, and welcome to the #LovinLebanon Podcast. We are kicking off this new initiative for several reasons, with the largest one being increased communication. The #LovinLebanon Podcast gives listeners a closer, informal look at what’s going on within their community from a city perspective – but that’s not all. The plan for the #LovinLebanon Podcast is to expand it to highlight area events, organizations, and establishments – highlighting anything – and everything that helps mak ...
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Has someone hurt you to the point where you cannot/will not forgive them? Has unforgiveness kept you from achieving/becoming/receiving all that God has for you? Then this podcast “The Power of Forgiveness” is for you... I discuss my personal story of how I forgave my biological mother and other stories in the Bible of forgiving family, friends, peers, and ourselves. I want to let you know that you can receive joy, healing and freedom from pain, anger, heartbreak and every other weight that h ...
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The WebJoy podcast is an inclusive community centered on celebrating the diverse origins, skills, and experiences that make up the tech industry. Talking with guests about their origin stories, what they love about working in their roles, and what they find joy in keeps this an upbeat and rather lighthearted podcast. We approach the world with optimism and hope, while recognizing the flaws and challenges within our own industry and the world at large. We believe that if we work together, we ...
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Nick Leet (High On Stress, Figure Eights podcast) makes a long-overdue return to the SmartStartMN Studio. We talk about his new solo record (Detours) and all that that entails. We also dig into the forthcoming new High On Stress record, his podcast (which is excellent, btw), and his partcipation in Front Row Paul Fest, happening all weekend at Palm…
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The excitement continues to build for Boone County Summer Fest 2025! Two great days of live music, fantastic food, and shopping options are ahead on May 30th & 31st. For Episode 214, we chat with Ellie Brown and Amanda Leet from The Janeways. This all-female rock group opens for The Flying Toasters on Friday night. Find out how these five ladies go…
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I think we can all agree - big things are happening throughout Boone County. Someone who has seen that growth firsthand is our guest for Episode 216 of our #LovinLebanon Podcast. Andrea Kern is the new Executive Director of the Boone County Economic Development Corporation...but as you'll hear...she has extensive countywide knowledge. Andrea recaps…
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She's back! Annie Enneking (Annie and The Bang Bang, Glass) makes her 4th visit to the SmartStartMN Studio in scenic South Minneapolis. Annie is reliably insightful, funny and brings so much amazing enegy to everything she does. She's also a fight director, so she can help you kick someone's ass without actually kicking their ass. So great to have …
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Doc (Sawtooth Witch, Fairfax AK, Elle PF, Theyself) makes their inaugural visit to the SmartStartMN studio! Doc is sharp, eloquent and hilarious. Also, a great musician with an excellent ethos. Basically, Doc is just plain cool. Sawtooth Witch has a brand new single on the way and a ton of shows on the near horizon. Listen, learn and enjoy!…
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For Episode 215 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast, we learn more about the Eli Lilly Foundry. This development is located off State Road 32, within the State's LEAP District. Matthew Comparato and Geoffrey Lewis join us for this episode. We get more info on the project timeline, what will take place within the facility, and how this development will eff…
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He's been improvising for 30 years in the Twin Cities. His main group is "Five Man Job", but he also ran Huge Theater. He runs Improv-A-Go Go at Strike Theater the 1st, 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month AND he helps to run Twin Cities Improv Festival which is happening June 5th through 9th at Phoenix Theater on 26th and Hennepin in Minneapolis. (Get t…
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The Combo is back in the house! Julius 'Juice' Collins and Brian Z (Dr. Mambo's Combo) return to talk about a very special tribute to Prince. 'Forever In My Life: A Birthday Tribute To Prince' will feature the Combo playing Prince songs from every era of his legendary career. The celebration is on Weds, June 4th at The Parkway Theater. Juice and Z …
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Market season is just two weeks from today!! Let the excitement begin! Lebanon City Market back in 2025, Tuesday evenings from 5 to 7, June through September. Market Manager Sarah Howell and Joel Woody from Wisewood Farms join us. What new, fun things are in store this year - find out on Episode 213 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast - right now! Learn m…
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In her final episode as the City of Lebanon’s intern, Lauren Argotte sits down with the Lebanon FFA Quiz Bowl Team- Garrett Adams, Brayden Adams, Blake Argotte, and Lucas Argotte. Coached by Mr. Drew Reed, Lebanon High School’s Agricultural Educator and FFA Advisor, this talented team recently took 1st place at the District IV Convention and will b…
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Progress continues to...progress on the Eli Lilly site on the north side of town. On Episode 212 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast, we check in with Todd Dando and Jeff Wagner from Fluor Corporation to get an update on the construction process. Roughly two thousand workers are on-site right now, but that number is about to increase. Jeff and Todd share …
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MN music stalwart James 'Billy' Dankert (Gear Daddies, Insitutional Green, etc) stops by to talk music and the world in which we live. We get lots of good stuff - Gear Daddies stories, tales of backstage debauchery and hear his latest solo effort. I wish we could have kept him longer! Enjoy.
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MN filmaker Paul Irmiter (39 Seconds) joins us to talk process, story and many other fascinating facets of filmaking. Hit latest full-length documentary '39 Seconds' tell the very little-known story of a man who many considered the greatest baseball player of his generation. It's an incredible story, and the story about making this film is also ver…
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The Flying Toasters. They're a band you've likely seen perform before...and can't wait to see again. Well, now you can! The Flying Toasters are taking the stage for Summer Fest on May 30th, and Jason and Bill Hayes join us to give us a preview. We also find out how the band formed, what has kept them together all these years...and where did "The Fl…
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Edie Rae (The Edie Rae Band, The deLinda's, etc) makes her inaugural visit to the SmartStart MN studio! From humble beginnings in Spread Eagle, WI, she brings a lifetime of songwriting, storytelling and a fierce love of the Twin Cities music community to the conversation. She runs her own record label, is bringing out a MN Music themed cookbook, an…
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The school year is on the home stretch, so we check in Dr. Jon Milleman for episode 210. The Lebanon Community School Corporation Superintendent recaps the school year, and updates us on current construction progress. What other updates are in store? Dr. Jon fills us in. Episode 210 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast starts now! Interested in partnering …
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What exactly is a front porch sinner? You'll just have to listen to find out. This outstanding Duluthian band has a new album coming out soon...if only enough people kick on their Kickstarter campaign. https://tinyurl.com/525yusfk We had a great conversation with Breanne and found out why she's so passion about their music AND she shared secret pla…
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It's time to start looking ahead to Summer...and that includes Boone County Summer Fest. This year's event is set for May 30st and 31st and includes two days of great live music, vendors...and pickleball! Lebanon Special Events Coordinator Mariah Sahm joins us to share all the event details...Mariah also shares what other events she'd like to bring…
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This Sunday may be Easter, but it's also 4/20!! Chris Mozena, Executive Director of the Hook & Ladder, tells us all about the annual ZEN20 celebration. Stoner bingo, live music (dosh!!!) and a coule rounds of The Bong Show, hosted by local comedian Ira Ford. Tune in turn on and turn out this Sunday for this highest of holidays! Cheers!!…
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Matthew French comes back to the 'cast and opens up a vein! We go unexpectedly deep on his journey with mental health. We also hear three songs from his new full length "Circles', which is largely informed by his aforementioned journey. The new album streams everywhere May 1st. You can also check him out live in Duluth on 4/27. Find out more at mfr…
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Break out the ice cream cake, it's time to celebrate. 20 years of serving up soft serve in Lebanon for Jeff and Carol Whitaker. In this episode of the #LovinLebanon Podcast, the Whitakers look back on the last two decades; of growing up in Ohio...and moving the family to Indiana. We learn what first attracted them to Lebanon...and what has kept the…
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These days, Drew Peterson is a solo artist, but he used to be the main man behind Midwestern greats 40 Watt Bulb. This Friday (4/11) at the Hook and Ladder, Drew and company will be playing 40 Watt's debut release 'Shovel's Length Short' in it's entirety to celbrate the 21st anniversay of that release. We talk life in rural Minnesota, on the road a…
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After a brief break, the #LovinLebanon Podcast is back, with 2024 Officer of the Year, Ed Christy. The LPD Patrolman shares how his love of public service began at a young age…and how that excitement to serve others drives him daily. Officer Christy shares his appreciation for the present, and his future goals on Episode 207 of the #LovinLebanon Po…
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Ryan Robert Nelson joined us on today's show! You've seen him in local TV commericals, in local productions for many years at Brave New Workshop and Yellow Tree Theater and now Ryan joins us to talk to us about his current project, the Folsom Prison Experience and original Johnny Cash tribute show that is touring and will arrive at the Fitzgeral th…
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Lebanon High School is bringing comedy to the stage with The Play That Goes Wrong! With performances running April 11–13, this production is packed with laughter and mishaps. In this episode, we’re sitting down with three senior cast members- Dawson Hix, GraceAnne Newman, and Joseph Reinhardt - to talk about the joys while preparing for this show, …
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Reknowned MN music writer Jim Meyer joins to talk about the halcyon days of writing about the scene for City Pages. We also cover his time at the Minnesota Daily, The Star Tribune, writing for a major record retailer and more. After a twenty year absence from music journalism he's back on Substack. We cover a lot of ground and he chose some excelle…
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A wedding anniversary celebration turns into a family's worst nightmare in this Michigan murder case from 1903. When Orlando Mowry and his wife traveled from Ypsilanti to Detroit to celebrate their 20th anniversary, neither could have imagined it would be their final day together when Orlando's path took a deadly turn through the doors of Gaffney's…
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Yay! It's the return of my dear, dear friend Keri Noble! She just recorded a brand new album in a highly unothodox manner. She brought along Matt Patrick (The Library Recording Studio) who helped her with this unlikely, yet wonderful project. We also debut three brand new songs! This one warmed my heart. I hope you enjoy it. Cheers!…
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Spring is here, and as always our Parks Department is ready for the season. Parks Director John Messenger and Allyson Morton join us for Episode 206 of the pod, to share details on this year's Easter Egg Hunt, as well as updates on additions throughout the City's park network. Pickleball, walking trails, disc golf...and more, can be found on this e…
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A shocking tale of greed, violence, and youth gone terribly wrong unfolds in southwest Michigan's Cass County. When 82-year-old farmer William Young was found dead in his fireplace in December 1879, the small community of Howard was shaken to its core. The beloved elderly man had been brutally attacked, robbed, and partially burned. Join me for thi…
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Spring Cleaning takes center stage here on Episode 205 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast. Boone County Solid Waste District Executive Director Jennifer Lawrence is our guest. She recaps the recent shoe recycling effort. More than 8,000 pairs were donated. Find out how they'll be reused. Jennifer also gets us ready for two other upcoming community benefi…
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Mike Michel is more than the main brain behind the band The Orange Goodness. He's also a frequent musical collaborator, educator and a wealth of musical knowledge and good stories. His Indie Rock Den series (think School Of Rock for adults) has an upcoming showcase and is taking applicants for the next series. Enjoy!…
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In this podcast, Mrs. Kelli Dennis, Career Engagement Coordinator, talks about how the Lebanon School Corporation’s Work-Based Learning (WBL) program is making a real difference in students’ lives. The program gives seniors the chance to gain hands-on experience through year-long internships, helping them apply what they’ve learned in the classroom…
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Welcome to Murder in the Mitten. A historical Michigan True Crime podcast. Albert Molitor. A businessman, a tyrant... a king? The story of his 1875 murder reveals how a ruthless businessman's reign of terror over an entire Michigan community eventually led to his downfall. Learn how one of the founders of Roger city met his end. I would love to hea…
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Stop me if you've heard this one before...the people of Boone County are what make the difference. It's what brought Boone County Chamber Executive Director Sean Reaves back to town...as you'll hear in this episode. Sean shares how he's seen the area change in his nearly two years on the Chamber job, and how non-profit collaboration is providing a …
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Episode 203 of the #LovinLebanon Podcast is packed with exciting updates throughout the three Boys & Girls Club of Boone County units. We check in with the B-G-C C-E-O Eric Richards, to get programming, staffing, and longterm updates. Find out what's in the works as area groups collaborate to help meet the needs of area teens. Episode 203 of the #L…
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The lovely and fierce Karan Casey spent an hour with us today to discuss her music which is rooted in passion and social justice. She's performed with James Taylor, The Dubliners, The Chieftain's and many others. She'll be performing at Celtic Junction in St. Paul on March 16th and tickets are still available. Slainte'!…
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If you hadn't heard, the west side of town is getting is first city park. It'll be located on the site of the former Street Department on Lafayette Avenue. Deputy Planning Director Derek Warren joins us for Episode 202 to give us all the details. A skatepark, a splashpad and an obstacle course are planned. Get more info, and a possible completion t…
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