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Town of Normal

Welcome to What"s Normal! This podcast will feature Town of Normal department heads, staff, and community partners who will be giving a behind-the-scenes look at Town functions and operational departments. Do you have topic ideas? Share them with us at podcast@normal.org or 309-433-3426.

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What's Normal Episode 013 - Water

Town of Normal ·

2019/09/03

He traveled all over the world and throughout the midwest testing farm equipment. He came to work for the Town of Normal because he missed home!! Meet Water Director John Burkhart. The extremely in-depth journey of water from treatment to a resident’s home is a testament to the awesome engineering done by John and his team. Check out the latest What’s Normal podcast with John and host Dan Irvin as they discuss the admirable behind-the-scenes work done by the Water department.

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What's Normal Episode 012 - Bloomington-Normal...

Town of Normal ·

2019/08/28

Did you know there are 3,373 hotel rooms in McLean County and 1,185 hotel rooms in the Town of Normal? Host Dan Irvin of the What’s Normal podcast talks to Crystal Howard, President and CEO of the Bloomington-Normal Conventions and Visitors Bureau about interviewing in front of 100 people, marketing for a location, and the best events that happen in our area!

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What's Normal Episode 011 - Fire

Town of Normal ·

2019/08/08

A fire truck… on fire?! Host Dan Irvin of the What’s Normal Podcast talks to Mick Humer this week about his role as Normal Fire Chief, the intensive training, equipment and lifestyle of the modern-day firefighter, and the national social media craze that ensued after one of his fire engines catching on fire! The two of them discussed some remarkable statistics and topics that challenge emergency services today in what is a must-listen installment of the series.

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What's Normal Episode 010 - Legal

Town of Normal ·

2019/07/24

“Brian, do you ever hear yourself saying, ‘legally you can do that, but I just… wouldn’t’ in your capacity with the town?” “[laughs] No comment!!” In the latest episode of the What’s Normal podcast, hear host Dan Irvin get Brian Day, the Town’s Corporation Counsel, in the studio to talk about his position. Learn all about the fascinating inner workings of government law with Dan and Brian and don’t forget to send us your favorite lawyer joke - Brian was asking!

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What's Normal Episode 009 - Finance

Town of Normal ·

2019/07/17

“Our true mission is we don’t take ourselves seriously, we take our work seriously and that gives us a nice balance. We have fun but the work is always the priority.” What’s Normal podcast host Dan Irvin sat down to talk with Andrew Huhn, Director of Finance for the Town of Normal to speak about how he manages his team, the biggest differences between handling personal transactions versus government transactions, and how the Town paid for the Uptown renewal. Don’t miss this incredibly insightful

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What's Normal Episode 008 - Children's Discovery Museum

Town of Normal ·

2019/07/01

Did you know that Beth Whisman's radio show on WJBC used to air from the Children's Discovery Museum? Host Dan Irvin chats with Beth about her journey from radio personality to "sitting in the big chair" at the CDM as the Cultural Arts Director, the CDM's 25th anniversary, the 2 millionth visitor, and more!

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What's Normal Episode 007 - Parks and Recreation

Town of Normal ·

2019/06/13

Did you know that Normal has 19 parks? That's 788 acres of recreation and fun! Director of Parks and Recreation Doug Damery visits the What's Normal podcast studio to relive his cross country glory days and discuss upcoming Parks projects like the expansion of Maxwell Dog Park.

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What's Normal Episode 006 - Planning

Town of Normal ·

2019/06/07

"Plan our work and work our plan!" Host Dan Irvin welcomes Town Planner Mercy Davison to the What's Normal studio. They dive into home affordability, sustainable transportation, infrastructure, and more.

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What's Normal Episode 005 - Engineering

Town of Normal ·

2019/05/23

Dan: You're the engineer...that means you drive the train? Ryan: Mostly just blow the whistle! Host Dan Irvin chats with Town Engineer Ryan Otto to discuss what the Engineering department does, current projects, street resurfacing, and to answer the question...how many engineers does it take to screw it a lightbulb? If you have episode ideas or would like to ask any our previous guests a question, please email us at podcast@normal.org, or call 309-433-3486.

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What's Normal Episode 004 - Ecology Action Center

Town of Normal ·

2019/05/09

Before we get too deep in the weeds.... Dan Irvin invited Ecology Action Center Executive Director Michael Brown to talk about the EAC. Environmental sustainability is more than just recycling.

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What's Normal Episode 003 - NPD

Town of Normal ·

2019/04/18

What's Normal host Dan Irvin is right! It's not all getting cats out of trees. His guest for this episode is Normal Police Chief Rick Bleichner, and they discuss CALEA, officer recruitment, community safety, and marijuana legalization.

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What's Normal Episode 002 - Public Works

Town of Normal ·

2019/04/18

"Some people call the sewer guys the guardians of civilization." - Wayne Aldrich What's Normal host Dan Irvin chats with Public Works Director Wayne Aldrich about public works services including sewer maintenance, pot hole repair, curbside collection, and more!

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What's Normal Episode 001- Intro by City Manager Pam...

Town of Normal ·

2019/04/04

Curious about local government? Host Dan Irvin sits down with City Manager Pam Reece to discuss what citizens can expect from this podcast.

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