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  • Yesterday · 12 min

    First Draft: Working the Polls

    ‘Not enough poll workers? Nebraska law allows counties to draft them,’ reports KRVN. ‘Poll workers can be hard to find. In Nebraska, election officials can draft them,’ reports Nebraska Public Media ALSO… * ‘I will put you on a T-shirt’: Gretna man sentenced in Millard road rage shooting - from Omaha World-Herald * Omaha police chief finds a decrease in crime rates this year, get the numbers and contributing factors - from KETV * US attorney considering charges against Omaha travel agent in fraud scheme - from WOWT Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • Wednesday · 19 min

    PART II: Angela from Scary Acres on involuntary physical reactions & the evolution of what frightens Omahans

    For more information on Scary Acres, click here. To listen to the first part of this episode, click here. ALSO… * Nebraska auditor presses state retirement agency for answers on outgoing directors pay - from Nebraska Examiner * Omaha couple celebrates 30 years on airline where they first met - from KETV * Bellevue closes all city park restrooms early after weekend vandalism and graffiti damage - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • Tuesday · 19 min

    CODA: Kerron Stark & Tracie Mauk on unscripted magic; independent TV & finding an audience

    Kerron Stark is the creator & host of Mister K’s Clubhouse. Tracie Mauk is an improviser, illustrator, cartoonist & writer/puppet performer at Mister K’s Clubhouse. To listen to the first part of this episode, click here. Part II: here. Part III: here. To check out Mister K’s Clubhouse on YouTube, click here. ALSO… * 23-year-old man denied bond in Bellevue murder case - from KETV * Papillion considering $3.5 million contribution to Gretna-area I-80 exchange - from KMTV * Google partners with OPPD and United Way of the Midlands on $6 million donation - from Omaha World-Herald Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • Monday · 19 min

    Angela from Scary Acres on observing, creating, improving, gauging & re-inventing fear

    For more information on Scary Acres, click here. ALSO… * Man found dead west of Elkhorn identified by Douglas County Sheriff’s Office - from Omaha World-Herald * Omaha Public Schools marks 16th annual Lights On Afterschool event - from WOWT * Bellevue unveils interior renderings of Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterpark, and a look inside new development deal - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • October 16 · 20 min

    PART II: Matthew Hansen on daily journalism, his own writing & the danger of Nebraska news deserts

    Matthew Hansen is Executive Editor of Flatwater Free Press. To listen to the first part of this episode, click here. To listen to Matthew’s previous appearances on OMAPOD, click here for him on ‘Pillen, Pigs & Power’ & click here for part one and here for part two on the FFP series on nitrates in our drinking water. ALSO… * I-480 sign that fell due to crash may take a year to replace - from KETV * Nebraska Missing Persons Day spotlights five unsolved Omaha cases - from Omaha World-Herald * Northwest Omaha OPPD board candidates split on rules for data centers as U.S. Energy Secretary visits Nebraska - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • October 15 · 19 min

    Chris Bowling & Leah Keinama invite you to the ‘Buried Truth’ Walking Tour

    Leah Keinama is Director of Civic Journalism for Nebraska Journalism Trust. Chris Bowling is Omaha Reporter for Flatwater Free Press. To listen to the first part of this episode, click here. To read the ‘Buried Truth’ series from Flatwater Free Press that’s discussed, click here. To register for the ‘Buried Truth’ Walking Tour - Sunday, October 18, 2026 / free, hour-long tours starting at Noon and 2:00 PM - click here. For more information on Nebraska Documenters, click here. ALSO… * 82-year-old Bellevue man killed in neighborhood shooting - from WOWT * Ex-Nebraska police chief pleads no contest to gun charge after UNO arrest - from Omaha World-Herald * In ‘rug pull,’ DED delayed new BIA contracts for months and left startups with few answers - from Silicon Prairie News Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • October 14 · 18 min

    J.J. Harder on the metaphysics, lore & legality of Der Viener Schlinger

    J.J. Harder is a reporter & United States diplomat. To read “‘Der Viener Schlinger’: The meat cannon that launched 20,000 hot dogs” piece from Flatwater Free Press that’s discussed, click here. To listen to J.J. on the murder of Nancy Parker, click here; and on the development of The Reid Technique, here. To listen to J.J.’s first OMAPOD episode on Chili & Cinnamon Rolls that’s referenced, click here for part one and here for part two. To listen to him on Dorothy Lynch, Taco Salad, Thousand Island & Hidden Valley Ranch, click here. ALSO… * Happy ending for arctic fox confiscated in Omaha isn’t the usual tale - from Omaha World-Herald * ‘September was a tricky one’: How September’s frequent rainfall impacted one pumpkin patch - from KETV * Trial begins for one of the people arrested in last year’s sex trafficking bust - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • October 13 · 19 min

    Leah Keinama & Chris Bowling on ‘Buried Truth’; blood lead testing & what Omaha Superfund site residents need to know about their dirt

    Leah Keinama is Director of Civic Journalism for Nebraska Journalism Trust. Chris Bowling is Omaha Reporter for Flatwater Free Press. To read the ‘Buried Truth’ series from Flatwater Free Press that’s discussed, click here. For more information on Nebraska Documenters, click here. ALSO… * Omaha woman still faces prostitution charge after court dismisses one count - from KETV * Floating trail twisted by lake surge forces dangerous detour at Standing Bear Lake - from WOWT * Bennington Community Theatre to move into a new permanent performance space in downtown Bennington - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • October 9 · 18 min

    Matthew Hansen on Flatwater Free Press moving into a new era; Pillen’s anger & telling an important story well

    Matthew Hansen is Executive Editor of Flatwater Free Press. To listen to Matthew’s previous appearances on OMAPOD, click here for him on ‘Pillen, Pigs & Power’ & click here for part one and here for part two on the FFP series on nitrates in our drinking water. ALSO… * Immigration enforcement is rare at Nebraska’s ag worksites. Why? - from Flatwater Free Press * 22 Millard Woods Estates homes to be evacuated as Omaha officials assess flood damage - from KETV * Council Bluffs firefighter dies after suffering medical emergency at fire scene - from WOWT Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • October 8 · 19 min

    PART II: John S. Berry on his ‘Atticus Finch moment’; PTSD; leading during dark times & making an argument that wins

    John S. Berry is the CEO of Berry Law; a former U.S. Army Infantry Officer and Battalion Commander with deployments to Bosnia as Platoon Leader and Iraq as Company Commander; author of Veteran Led & host of the Veteran Led Podcast. To listen to the first part of this episode, click here. ALSO… * Man charged in fatal Douglas County crash scheduled for court - from WOWT * Plans revealed for new public market on Omaha’s riverfront - from Omaha World-Herald * ‘Helps affordable housing’: Local developer eyes vacant Omaha warehouse, city council holds public hearing - from KETV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • October 7 · 19 min

    PART II: CEOs Candi Jones (Girls Inc.) & Amira Jones (Amira’s Delights) on inspiration, pushing your brand & figuring out what girls need

    Candi Jones is the CEO of Girls Inc. of Omaha. Amira Jones is the CEO/founder of Amira’s Delights. To listen to the first part of this episode, click here. For more information on MAC’s Rising CEOs program, click here. ALSO… * Trump signs order expanding access to red-dyed diesel during Nebraska rally - from KETV * ‘Adventure Park’ being considered at Omaha’s Oak View Mall - from WOWT * Bellevue honey store loses nearly all of its beehives to flooding - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • October 6 · 19 min

    John S. Berry on adapting in court; leading in war; Agent Orange; what Veterans need & great legal writing

    John S. Berry is the CEO of Berry Law; a former U.S. Army Infantry Officer and Battalion Commander with deployments to Bosnia as Platoon Leader and Iraq as Company Commander; author of Veteran Led & host of the Veteran Led Podcast. ALSO… * 70-year-old Omaha man dies in two-vehicle collision - from Omaha World-Herald * Assault connected to car crash in North Omaha - from KETV * Iowa man charged with felony election misconduct set to stand trial Tuesday as free speech debate emerges - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • October 5 · 19 min

    Girls Inc. of Omaha CEO Candi Jones & MAC Rising CEOs Champion Amira Jones on making something special with Amira’s Delights

    Candi Jones is the CEO of Girls Inc. of Omaha. Amira Jones is the CEO/founder of Amira’s Delights. For more information on MAC’s Rising CEOs program, click here. ALSO… * Police investigate after human skeletal remains discovered in Omaha park - from KETV * Lin-Manuel Miranda meets with Omaha theater students during campaign trip - from WOWT * North Omaha neighbors sign beams at future Gene Haynes stadium and YMCA - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • October 2 · 10 min

    GONDOLAHA: Reimagining Urban Mobility

    “Omaha mayor says 100-year storm brought 5 to 6 inches of rain and dozens of rescues,” reports KETV ALSO… * How tropical storms and hurricanes have left their mark on the landlocked Heartland - from KMTV * Syracuse senator to lead push to repeal Nebraska’s inheritance tax - from Nebraska Examiner * Gretna mother pushes for national violent felon registry named for her daughter - from WOWT Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • October 1 · 20 min

    PART III: Kerron Stark & Tracie Mauk on publishing a children’s book, developing puppeteers & directing talented child actors

    Kerron Stark is the creator & host of Mister K’s Clubhouse. Tracie Mauk is an improviser, illustrator, cartoonist & writer/puppet performer at Mister K’s Clubhouse. To listen to the first part of this episode, click here. Part II: here. To check out Mister K’s Clubhouse on YouTube, click here. ALSO… * Fremont council meeting exposes lingering questions over homeschooling hiring dispute - from Omaha World-Herald * Fremont County, Iowa discusses possible action on kratom - from KETV * New Visions partners with VA on transitional housing for veterans in Council Bluffs - from KMTV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • September 30 · 19 min

    PART II: Kerron Stark & Tracie Mauk on his Mom’s sudden passing; his final ‘Blue’s Clues’ audition & creating the ‘Mister K’ character

    Kerron Stark is the creator & host of Mister K’s Clubhouse. Tracie Mauk is an improviser, illustrator, cartoonist & writer/puppet performer at Mister K’s Clubhouse. To listen to the first part of this episode, click here. To check out Mister K’s Clubhouse on YouTube, click here. ALSO… * Bellevue crime rates continue to drop as police credit staffing, data analyst hires - from KMTV * Man connected to fatal Oct. 2024 crash in Papillion sentenced to prison - from WOWT * Nebraska lawmaker questions legality, cost of governor’s fuel tax relief orders - from KETV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • September 29 · 10 min

    Silomaha: The Mount Rushmore of Omaha’s Unofficial Landmarks

    “Long-planned Vinton Street silos redevelopment agreement heads to City Council vote,” reports WOWT ALSO… * Third Omaha man charged in fatal 2023 North Omaha shooting - from Omaha World-Herald * Omaha City Council President says VA is interested in The Center Mall property - from KMTV * Omaha Public Schools pushes ‘moonshot’ reading goal as 6 in 10 students still lag - from KETV Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • September 28 · 19 min

    Kerron Stark & Tracie Mauk on ‘Mister K’s Clubhouse’

    Kerron Stark is the creator & host of Mister K’s Clubhouse. Tracie Mauk is an improviser, illustrator, cartoonist & writer/puppet performer at Mister K’s Clubhouse. To check out Mister K’s Clubhouse on YouTube, click here. ALSO… * Mother pays $2,500 for car; son found guilty of stealing money back - from Omaha World-Herald * Omaha Marathon draws runners from across the country - from KETV * Lauritzen Gardens fundraiser raises $1.2 million in four days - from WOWT Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • September 25 · 19 min

    PART II: Eric Gautschi on Big Omaha’s legacy, female founders panel & applicable action plan frameworks

    Eric Gautschi is a Filmmaker, Entrepreneur and Creative Leader at Match/Cut Productions and is also Co-Founder of the Hustle Conference. To listen to the first part of this episode, click here. For more information on the Hustle Conference - coming Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at the Heider College of Business at Creighton University, click here. For tickets, click here. ALSO… * Douglas County sheriff referred cases to ICE and floated deal with agency amid national crackdown - from Flatwater Free Press * Nebraska minimum wage will increase next year by 29 cents less than voters called for - from Nebraska Examiner * Man, woman injured in midtown Omaha parking lot stabbing - from Omaha World-Herald Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

  • September 24 · 13 min

    Wait Wait... Don’t Tell NE!

    NPR Presents Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me! is tonight at 7:30 PM at The Orpheum Theater. ALSO… * Sarpy County residents voice concerns over tax increases at public hearing - from KMTV * ‘My other kids wouldn’t have a father’: Council Bluffs teen honored for saving dad - from KETV * Fremont City Council to vote on accepting non-accredited diplomas - from WOWT Get full access to OMAPOD at www.omapod.com/subscribe

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