BlueHavana Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dave Brown
SARA BIELFELDT SITS WITH DAVE TO DISCUSS ALL THE GREAT CHANGES...AND GREAT THINGS WHICH HAVE STAYED THE SAME ABOUT EXPRESSIONS IN GIBSON CITY. NEW LOCATION, UPDATE ABOUT SERVICES, AND PLENTY ABOUT HER FAMILY ARE INCLUDED IN THIS GREAT EPISODE.
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Darrin recaps our great family day visiting Springfield IL. While not a first visit for any of us, we saw some great things and enjoyed learning new details about history together. Pictured is our crew with a portrait of Mr Les Arends, longtime Congressman from Melvin IL. Enjoy the great podcast!
Dave visits with Darrin Brown about night one of the GCMS Spring Musical performance of The Drowsy Chaperone. A clever story framed by narration from Gideon Kerber, the guys talk about night one, the shows characters, and what fans can look forward to on night two of this great GCMS performance. Directed by Miss Amanda Broaddus and supported by a great cast of pit band players, production crew, and sound techs. Enjoy this great podcast!
The Chicago White Sox have had a lot to talk about in their last few games, and Darrin and Dave will highlight what good will come out of it for the rest of the year.
July 28, 2015...Darrin gives an update on the recent injury of Illini PG Tracy Abrams. After tearing his ACL in 2014, Tracy suffered an Achilles tear which will sideline him for the 2015-2016 season. Enjoy the Dose!
Chad and Jenny Acree, brand partners with Nerium International, were hosted by Dave in the latest BlueHavana Podcast. A fast growing company with products geared toward personal improvement inside and out, Chad and Jenny discuss their experience with Nerium. First, Jenny tells what got them to Nerium, and their expectations before their first meeting. Next, the Acrees describe a trio of Nerium products, and the exciting benefits of each. Devoted to team, charity, and personal growth, Chad and Jenny describe their personal Nerium experience. Finally, they tell us how best to reach out to learn more about Nerium. Enjoy this great episode!
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Time keeps marching on! The GCHS Class of 1990 will hold it's 25th reunion on Saturday July 18 in Gibson City. The group will start at the high school, where GCMS Principal Chris Garard will give us a tour of the largely remodeled building. After that, our group will meet at Railside Golf Course, where Traci Brucker and her staff will host us in a reserved section in the main dining room.
It will be great catching up with everyone. Anyone with questions may contact Dave at bluehavanadave@gmail.com. See you on the 18th!
Hear all about the event in the latest BlueHavana Podcast.
Ross Brown interviews WGCY General Manager Gary McCullough about the HOIC vs SVC All Star Games taking place Saturday March 21 at GCMS High School. Gary talks about the history of this event, spanning multiple conference alignments and venues. Then he and Ross cover specifics about the girls and boys all star games and what to expect this year. The always popular dunk contest will be part of the festivities again. Thanks to Gary for joining the BlueHavana Podcast, and enjoy this great episode!
Dave and Ross Brown visit with GCMS FFA officers Lacie Butler and Skylynn Fleming. They discuss events taking place each day during FFA Week, leading up to the scholarship auction at GCMS HS on Saturday, February 28. Ross gives a recap of his performance during the pie eating contest. Then the girls talk about what got them interested in FFA, and favorite experiences they've had while part of the group. Thanks to Lacie and Skylynn for the great conversation! Enjoy!
Ross Brown talks with GCMS Boys Basketball head coach Ryan Tompkins. They cover the team roster, the GCMS Thanksgiving Tourney, and the new look at GCMS' gym this year. Enjoy the terrific discussion!
Ross Brown interviews GCMS teacher and Veterans Day committee member Ryan Tompkins. In this podcast, Ryan details the celebration to be held Tuesday November 11 at GCMS High School, honoring and welcoming area veterans to our schools. Now a great annual tradition, Ryan tells how students and faculty from all three GCMS schools will be involved in the day. Thanks to Ryan, and thanks to all who have served! Enjoy the podcast.
Ross Brown continues his 10 Questions segment for WGCY Radio 106.3 during GCMS Football. This week's guest, just ahead of the Falcons playoff game vs Clifton Central, is Mitchell McNutt.
Ross Brown continues his weekly segment for WGCY Radio...10 Questions with Nick Meunier. A standout running back and defensive back for the Falcons, Nick shares the sidelines with dad Mike, an assistant coach for GCMS. Nick and Ross discuss family, football, and more. Enjoy!
Ross Brown continues his weekly interview segment for WGCY Radio during the GCMS Falcons football season of 2014. This week's guest is Keegan Allen. Enjoy the Interview.
Dave has a great conversation with Mr Frank Titus, former director of bands at Gibson City and GCMS High School. A longtime passion of Mr Titus is winemaking, and Mr Titus brought in three samples of his craft and describes them in this podcast. After taking a trip down band instructor memory lane, Mr Titus then talks family, and the joy of seeing his two daughters develop into young women, and finally the joy of being a grandfather. Enjoy the terrific discussion!
Ross Brown continues his Ten Questions segment for WGCY Radio 106.3 during the GCMS Falcons 2014 football season. This week's guest is TJ Roesch.
Ross continues his 10 Questions segment for WGCY Radio during the GCMS Football season. This weeks guest is Zach Johnson, recorded just ahead of the Blue Ridge/Ridgeview Homecoming game. Enjoy!
Ross has a great Illini related chat with Gibson City resident Ted Swanson. Ted currently serves as a board member of Gibson Area Hospital, and is an active member of the GC Lions Club. This, after retiring after a great career with the US Postal Service. Ted tells about what got him started ushering, how he became a supervisor, and some of his favorite moments at U of I events. Then he reflects fondly on the years seeing Chief Illiniwek. Ted's truly gentlemanly attitude comes out in full force in this podcast. Enjoy!
Ross Brown continues his 10 Questions With segment for WGCY radio during the 2014 GCMS Football season. This week's guest is Tristan Smith.
Ross continues his 10 question segment in week 2 of GCMS football. This week's interview is with Brendon Workman. Enjoy!
Ross gets inside the head of GCMS Senior Tyler Hinshaw with 10 Questions ahead of the season opening game vs. LeRoy. Interview as heard on WGCY Radio...Enjoy!
Dave has a great chat with Holly Haberkorn and Kristi Kern of Vivid Studios Inc. Weddings, senior pics, and baby photo packages are discussed for starters. The ladies stress how Vivid photo shoots are FUN and UNIQUE, no two are ever the same. The senior spokesmodel program is discussed, involving several area high schools. Vivid also is active with promotional shoots for business, and Kristi outlines two such programs with Lincoln College and the I Hotel in Champaign. Holly gives a favorite shoot she's worked, and tells how best to contact Vivid to arrange a photo shoot of your own. Find them on the web at www.vsi.co
Ross sits with Gene Everett, President of the Gibson City Rotary Club. They talk about the 50th anniversary of the club, and the various activities GC Rotary have engaged in to support our local community. Gene gives an update about Anton Sorenson, the Rotary Exchange Student from Denmark living with Mr Everett and wife Sue. Enjoy the great discussion!
Dave has a great conversation with Tina Coates. A long time employee of Moyer District Library, Tina chronicles her beginnings in library work, and the path that led her to Gibson City working with director Sharon Heavilin. She gives a favorite book of her own, and then gives listeners an audio tour of the library itself. Next, Dave asks how things are with the Coates family. Tina gives updates on hubby Darryl, daughter Anna, and son Haiden. Enjoy the great discussion!
Dave has a great chat with Shaun Adkins, founder of CrossFit The Edge in Gibson City. A very dedicated group of people, Dave talks with Shaun about his road to fitness with CrossFit, first in Bloomington-Normal then as he and others built up their own facility. Workout schedules, program flexibility, and a strong sense of camaraderie are discussed. Located on the south east side of Gibson City, Crossfit The Edge welcomes new members and offers a free trial period for those interested. Enjoy the discussion!
Dave and great friend Kris Cramer discuss Gibson Area Hospital and Ford County's WIC Program. Kris' career has taken her from nights, days, and everywhere in between at GAH. Now in an outreach position, Kris talks in detail about WIC and the steps taken to help mothers of young children in need. Then they talk about new grandmotherhood, where Kris drops praise on daughter Cassie and beaming adulation toward little Nora. Enjoy the great podcast!
Dave has a great time catching up with Judy Weber Jones. They cover Judy's involvement with Fellowship of Christian Athletes, GCMS schools award winning participation in Project Ignition, and some fun conversation about drivers education. Very passionate about her involvement in these activities, she shares personal details of each, and a favorite fun story as a driver's ed instructor. Finally, they recall some fond memories of Judy's early involvement with the MelSib softball team. Enjoy the great discussion!
DAVE HAS A GREAT CHAT WITH GCMS HISTORY TEACHER AND FOOTBALL COACH KYLE BIELFELDT. KYLE EXPLAINS SOME X'S AND O'S, PLAYER SAFETY, AND A LITTLE ABOUT SHARING GAME TAPES WITH THE OPPOSITION. THEN THEY VISIT ABOUT LIFE IN THE BIELFELDT HOUSE WITH SARA AND LITTLE AVERY. FINALLY, KYLE GIVES ANSWERS TO A FEW RAPID FIRE QUESTIONS TO FINISH THE PODCAST. ENJOY!
Dave talks 31 Gifts and some great tales of life with Danielle Kearfott Brown. 31 Gifts provides a wide range of totes, organizers, and other such fare to keep yourself and your household running smooth and in style. Later, they discuss a couple favorite weddings they mutually attended. First is Danielle's own wedding, where she tells of an interesting experience with the limo service...and second is Cassie and Nathan Becker's wedding, where they shared a memorable spur of the moment dance. Enjoy the great conversation!
Dave had a great conversation with Sara Bielfeldt about her Gibson City business, Expressions Salon. Doubling in size within 2 years, the salon offers several hair & body services, all featuring Surface products. Sara tells which celebrity she'd most like to style, and talks a bit about life at home with daughter Avery and hubby Kyle. Enjoy! NOTE....SINCE RECORDING THIS PODCAST EXPRESSIONS HAS MOVED TO EAST 8TH STREET IN GIBSON CITY ACROSS FROM DOLLAR GENERAL STORE.
July 31, 2014 The collection of offices representing Insurance Providers Group held a day long celebration honoring Susie Forristall's retirement from the insurance business. This audio is a compilation of well wishers from the day's events.
Soon to be a major part of crop scouting, UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) are set to take over the 400ft and under section of US farm fields. Dave and Ross visited PAAS 2014 at the IL site of the Farm Progress Show in Decatur to learn more about these units. Hear their recap from the day, where Ross had a special treat in meeting Mr Max Armstrong. Special thanks to the staff at Crop Copter for a great day of learning and welcoming us into their tent. You can find their information at chiefagronomics.com
Dave talks all things Illinois Shrine Game. It started with two friends recording a well received podcast about Shriners. Now it's Dave helping IL Shrine Game Chairman Eric Tjarks with social meida throughout the year. Dave previews the week that is to come, including player activity, the parade, and game on Sat July 12. Included is commentary about Chairman Eric's life with Shriners. Enjoy!
Dave visits with One Earth Energy Lab Manager Kisha Jennings. A recently built ethanol facility in east central Illinois, One Earth Energy provides 46 jobs and creates a good deal of economic benefit to the Gibson City Illinois area. Kisha describes her work and gives a great overview of the the ethanol operations area. Enjoy!
Dave talks with Jared Davis and Jake Bradford about their time as FFA members at GCMS High School. They discuss the annual Scholarship Auction, which provides each graduating member $500 toward future learning. Jake and Jared talk a little about life outside of school as well. Enjoy!
Hear Dave's quick interview with Steve Bellman of Progressive Insurance. They talk Snapshot, Flo, and Progressive's position as the #1 insurer of motorcycles in the US. Enjoy!
Ross and Darrin take a trip around the world of sports. Included are NFL and NCAA football, including a tough matchup this week for the Illini.
Dave visits with KiLee Lidwell-McFerren about the GCMS Veterans Day Celebration. As Assistant Principal of the elementary school, Mrs McFerren also talks about her transition from Art Teacher at the district to her new role. She describes GCMS University, a program for new teachers, and her part in helping with this valuable program. Enjoy the great discussion!
Dave Brown talks with Insurance Providers Group owner and healthcare specialist Marty Nuss. Marty talks about progress with the Affordable Care Act, and topics folks should be thinking about this week. A pair of helpful websites are shared, and they talk about what to expect next week. Enjoy!
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www.ipgins.com
Dave and Ross discuss IHSA, NCAA, and NFL football. They review the GCMS Falcon, Illini, and Bears games. Then after a preview of next week, they discuss Ross' now published article in the Gibson City Courier. Enjoy! (29 min)
Dave has a great conversation with GCMS technology coordinator Walker Willis. Starting with the BUG program (Being Unbelievably Good) they talk about Walker's work at the school leading our youngsters in technology learning. After a brief discussion of the new Booster Club scoreboard displays, they discuss podcasting and a good bit about social media. Finally we learn what is up a the Willis household during after school hours. Enjoy! (18 min)
Darrin joins Dave and Ross for a recap of Week 1 in football and a preview of the games this coming weekend. Included is a sneak peak at our next Blue Havana Podcast for next week.
Dave sits for a great chat with Myra Perkins, owner/operator of Perky Cupcakes in Gibson City. They talk baking, cupcake inspiration, and life in the Perkins household. Shorty afterwards, Dave inhales the red velvet cupcake Myra brought in. Enjoy!
Ross and Dave have a great discussion with GCMS Assistant Principal and head football coach Mike Allen. They talk sports, family, the new booster club scoreboard, and the HOIC conference. Enjoy the informative discussion! (18min)
In this BlueHavana Podcast, Dave recounts the humbling experience officiating the wedding of Nathan Becker and Cassie Cramer. Two great families, a great couple, and an experience which will always be remembered. Enjoy this heartfelt podcast from a very humbled friend!
Ross and Dave cover each matchup in the NCAA mens Sweet 16, and discuss a trio of high proflie coaching changes in mens basketball.
Ross Brown hosts with Dave riding sidecar. They talk Illini hoops, NFL Football, and the juggling membership in the NCAA's major conferences. Enjoy! (19min)
Ross and Dave give a previews, comments, and predictions of each NCAA bowl game. Enjoy! (22min)
Ross and Dave discuss GCMS vs LeRoy and Ridgeview, the Illini vs Arizona St and Charleston Southern, and the Bears vs Green Bay. Then they cover Notre Dame's move to the ACC.
Ross interviews Neuhoff Media VP Operations Mike Hulvey. Mike and Danville Mayor Scott Eisenhaur have hosted a sports broadcasting camp through WDAN and Danville Area Community College for more than 15 years. Ross has attended the camp for 3 years and interviews Mr Hulvey in this great podcast. Enjoy!
Ross and Dave discuss GCMS football versus TriValley and LeRoy, Illini Football vs Western Michigan and Arizona State. Then they talk about Alabama/Michigan, Bears/Colts and an interesting fact with a Steelers player.
Ross and Dave Brown give commentary on GCMS, Illini, and Big Ten footall games. An extra look into HOIC contests and Hurricane Isaac carryover effects are also discussed. Enjoy!
Darrin and Haley get their first experience at a WWE event at Carver Arena in Peoria. Hear their great recap in this BlueHavana Podcast. Enjoy!
Dave, Ross, and Darrin host JJ Gardner, Mike Allen, and IL Shrine Game Chair Eric Tjarks in this terrific BlueHavana Podcast.
Eric gives a recap and Coach Allen and JJ give their own perspectives of the Shrine Game Week. Enjoy the great podcast!