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KZ Community Beat

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A Conversation with Peoria"s Community Leaders, Activists, Artists and Storytellers

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EP 17 Deric Kilmer

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/03/22

Deric Kimler, the Director of Peoria’s hottest musical, “In The Heights” and Executive Director of Central Illinois Friends takes us on his journey of finding acceptance and liberation! Theater initially became his escape and now it’s his passion to help fight against stigmas! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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64:08

EP 16 Brian Gorsich and Nicole Stephens

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/03/15

Meet Brian M. Gorsich and Nicole Stephens, two members of our community who live with multiple sclerosis. If there is one thing I can say is, they each have had their struggles.. their crosses.. set backs and continued moments of peaks and valleys.. yet they face life with laughter and optimism! The great work of National Multiple Sclerosis Society Central Illinois Community Council and lived in experience of MS is the focus of the podcast, but what I walked away with is… a greater perspective and

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89:40

EP 15 Ray Flacko and Mario Young

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/03/08

Consistency… that word summarizes the journey both Ray Flacko and Mario Young have experienced. A perfect story of Ying and Yang. Through it all, through every trial they experienced, they still have a big heart and passion for Peoria! Mario and Ray have lived through variations of lost. Mario has experienced the cruelty of his father being killed and the devastation of cancer. Ray was imprisoned for 1000 plus days. Through it all, they both were able to become the best versions of themselves!See

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91:58

EP14 Christell Frausto

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/03/01

Meet Christell Frausto! Owner of TequilRia Wine and Spirits in Peoria. Also She is the VP on The Greater Peoria Hispanic Chamber of Commerce! We hear the story of a proud Latina businesswoman! Christell takes us on her journey of security, redirection and finding her purpose here in Peoria! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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59:33

EP 13 John Morris

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/02/22

Meet John Morris who is the President and CEO of the Peoria Riverfront Museum! On this episode, John walks us through the rich history of Peoria, IL! From Richard Pryor, REO Speedwagon, prohibition, WW 2 contributions and soo much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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101:14

EP 12 Kenneth Godbolt

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/02/15

Meet Kenneth Godbolt! From trauma, failed suicide attempts to providing a safe and consistent environment for himself, his daughters and for our community to feel loved and at peace! This episode focuses heavily on mental health.. acceptance and forgiveness! Amazing time spent with a new friend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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107:38

EP 11 Angel Cruz

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/02/08

Meet Angel Cruz. A kid from Chicago, who never felt safe to grow with love. Always on survivor mode. Angel takes us on his journey. A path filled with pain, trials and valleys. Through it all he learned humility and how to receive love. Angel opens up about mental health, working with recidivism and how the love a good woman has saved his life! Enjoy his story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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67:20

EP 10 Mr Glass

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/02/01

Mr. Jorell Glass known for his style, and happy demeanor underneath that joy is a man who's seen dark days. Mr. Glass takes us through mental health, near death experience and short comings. Through it all he stays faithful in life and it's "seasons". I hope you enjoy his story!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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51:56

EP 9 Marcellus Sommerville

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/01/25

Meet Marcellus Sommerville, a local Peorian. Marcellus found his passion in basketball. From courts in Peoria, Illinois to overseas playing with big NBA names. He gave the game up to be a full time father and he hasn’t looked back since. Marcellus now puts his passion into the community as the head of Peoria’s Friendship House. Listen in as we look through the journey of a kid who loves the game, his community but more importantly, his family! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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81:33

EP 8 Heddy Elliot

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/01/18

Meet Heddy Elliot! Her name is well known in Peoria! For 25 plus years, Heddy has opened her heart to our community. Teaching, empowering and providing consistency to our youth and imprisoned! Enjoy a story of a teacher with a BIG heart!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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71:34

EP 7 - Eddy P- The Kung Fool Comic

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/01/11

This episode, we meet Eddy P "The Kung Fool Comic... a comic who knows Kung Fu! Eddy born and raised n Peoria, IL! Takes us through his trials, tribulations and the trauma. Eddy speaks on mental health and humor! Enjoy his story!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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92:56

EP 6 Willie Williams

KZ Community Beat ·

2023/01/04

This episode we hear the story of a local Peorian. From childhood trauma to a state championship, Marines, near death experience and now giving men an opportunity to have a safe environment to experience and grow in love. Willie speaks on utilizing the gifts God has given him to help others achieve the same peace he lives in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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94:55

EP 5 - DEMARIO BOONE

KZ Community Beat ·

2022/12/28

Demario Boone was born and raised in South Peoria! From the duality of being a minority police officer, working 17 plus years in District 150, overcoming his trauma and how he is building a "Justice League" to help Peoria. Enjoy as we find Demario's reasoning behind his passion to remove the "fence/ red lines" in our community! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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87:16

EP 4 - REV BENJAMIN NICKS

KZ Community Beat ·

2022/12/13

Rev Benjamin Nicks is the Head Pastor of St Luke's/ PCAV Board member and Running for City Council. He may be a "outsider" but he preaches, "We can't have a community..without..UNITY" He wants to help us by bringing us together! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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83:04

EP 3 - CARL HALLOWAY

KZ Community Beat ·

2022/12/13

When I tell you, Carl is a PERSONALITY! He has had moments in life that have changed his mindset and now, he is in the roots of our community, doing all he can to help prevent others from a path he has walked. Carl's story is animated and passionate. Let's welcome his story into our collection! As we learn about his May-I Outreach Program !See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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EP 2 - BECKY ROSSAM

KZ Community Beat ·

2022/12/13

Becky Rossam is best described as a "BADASS"! Her heart for our community led her to PCAV- Peoria, Community, Against, Violence. Listen as we take a close look into someone who is actively doing her best to provide comfort and hope in a time we need it most! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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67:04

EP 1 - KENDELL JOHNSON

KZ Community Beat ·

2022/12/13

Kendell's life choices led him down a path, in which he felt he took too much from the community. He has since changed his life around and small moments in his journey has reinforced the concept, "One small act of kindness" can make a huge impact! Follow as we take a look into Kendell's life journey and the good acts he is spreading through, "F.O.R.W.A.R.D - Movement"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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