Josh Peterson is VP of Marketing at Elevator and the founder of Peterson Media.

To listen to the first part of this episode, click here.

ALSO…

• Omaha nonprofit offers free credit reviews to help residents on path to homeownership - from WOWT

• Paralympic hopefuls, military veterans in the mix as USA Boccia championships roll into Council Bluffs - from KMTV

• Gretna will soon be home to the first ever Buc-ee’s in Nebraska - from KETV

Kevin Meyer is Senior Design Architect for Holland Basham Architects.

Kelli Bello is the Director of Development and Outreach for Joslyn Castle & Gardens.

To listen to the first part of this episode, click here.

For more information on Joslyn Castle & Gardens Architecture on Tap series that’s discussed, and for tickets, click here.

For more information on Kevin Meyer’s presentation on Thursday, August 6th, 2026 that’s discussed, click here.

To listen to Kevin & Melissa McCarthy on OMAPOD on the Omatopia series: click here for part one and here for part two.

To listen to Kelli’s previous OMAPOD appearances, type her name into the search magnifying glass icon on the top right of the page.

ALSO…

• Convicted Omaha felon arrested for allegedly shooting self in leg when not allowed to possess a gun - from WOWT

• Man now faces several misdemeanor charges after Elkhorn animal seizure - from KETV

• Gene Haynes speaks on North High School naming its new stadium in his honor - from KMTV

Josh Peterson is VP of Marketing at Elevator and the founder of Peterson Media.

To listen to the OMAPOD episode with Emiliano & Shannon Lerda that’s referenced: click here for part one and here for part two.

ALSO…

• Kleine seeks protective order of man after judge drops charges from park chase of girls - from Omaha World-Herald

• Walz selects farmer, ag leader, ex-Republican as Nebraska lieutenant governor pick - from Nebraska Examiner

• Omaha woman arrested after allegedly stealing $770K+ from father after gaining power of attorney - from WOWT

Kelli Bello is the Director of Development and Outreach for Joslyn Castle & Gardens.

Kevin Meyer is Senior Design Architect for Holland Basham Architects.

For more information on Joslyn Castle & Gardens Architecture on Tap series that’s discussed, and for tickets, click here.

For more information on Kevin Meyer’s presentation on Thursday, August 6th, 2026 that’s discussed, click here.

To listen to Kevin & Melissa McCarthy on OMAPOD on the Omatopia series: click here for part one and here for part two.

To listen to Kelli’s previous OMAPOD appearances, type her name into the search magnifying glass icon on the top right of the page.

ALSO…

• Shedrick Mills ruling raises public safety questions from Omaha Police union - from WOWT

• Loser of Nebraska Democratic US Senate primary sues party to force replacement for Burbank - from Nebraska Examiner

• ‘I felt kinda sick’: Omaha authors included in $1.5B artificial intelligence settlement - from KMTV

“‘The Odyssey’ Holds Strong for Big Second Weekend of $87M. Passes $600M Globally,” reports The Hollywood Reporter

ALSO…

• Pancreatic cancer drug helping former U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse now offered locally - from Omaha World-Herald

• Omaha families volunteer to keep Old Market clean - from WOWT

• Upgrading the ‘rustic charm’: Westfair closes in on $10 million goal - from KMTV

Mandy Rosenquist is the Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications for the Omaha Children’s Museum.

For more information on the Fairytale Ball that’s discussed, happening at the Omaha Children’s Museum from Friday July 24th to Sunday July 26th, click here.

ALSO…

• Pillen announces picks for tax incentive-eligible ‘opportunity zones,’ a slate stretching statewide - from Nebraska Examiner

• Future students of new Papillion La Vista elementary school tour the building - from Omaha World-Herald

• At 103 years old, Bob Walls is still golfing and volunteering at Steve Hogan Golf Course seven days a week - from KMTV

“Neighbors weigh in on playground, park upgrades planned for two west Omaha parks,” reports KMTV

“Pillen rescinds ImagiNE tax incentives for new Nebraska data centers,” reports Nebraska Examiner

To take the Cryer Park Design Survey from Omaha Parks & Recreation, click here.

To take the Pheasant Run Park survey, click here.

ALSO…

• ‘She didn’t deserve it’: Family mourns Omaha native killed in Georgia - from KETV

• New pancreatic cancer drug with improved survival timelines now available in Omaha - from WOWT

• Off-road recreational vehicles banned in Bellevue after city council vote; safety experts weigh in on risks - from KMTV

“New $181M headquarters for Omaha police, fire planned at Crossroads,” reports The Reader

ALSO…

• Evnen: Burbank won’t appear on Nebraska U.S. Senate ballot - from Omaha World-Herald

• Omaha City Council approves TIF funding for 5-story apartment complex near 76th and Pacific - from KMTV

• Eye-popper traffic stunt intends to draw attention to anti-child sex trafficking efforts - from Nebraska Examiner

Deanna Walz is Director of Development for PACE.

For more information on PACE Interactive 2026: The Golden Age of Hollywood, on Friday, August 28, 2026 from 5:00 - 9:00 PM, click here.

To purchase tickets, click here.

To listen to Deanna’s previous OMAPOD appearance, click here.

ALSO…

• Police make arrest after man allegedly cut by sword in North Omaha - from Omaha World-Herald

• Ashland daycare owner faces multiple charges of negligent child abuse - from KETV

• Transmission lines coming to Aksarben; route not yet finalized by OPPD - from KMTV

David Pereyra is a rodeo cowboy.

Lavetti Vegas is a stand-up comedian and the proprietor of the Vetti Lynn custom clothing and merchandise brand.

To listen to the first part of this episode with David & Lavetti, click here.

For more information on the Clarinda Rodeo on July 23rd mentioned in the episode, click here.

To listen to Lavetti’s previous OMAPOD appearance, click here for part one and here for part two.

To listen to legendary rodeo clown Gizmo McCracken on OMAPOD, click here.

ALSO…

• Two injured in shooting disturbance Sunday - from KETV

• Austin Ahlman suspends campaign for Nebraska’s 1st district - from Nebraska Examiner

• Colombo Latino Festival celebrates fourth year in Omaha - from WOWT

Nash Mahupete is President & CEO of QLI.

For more information on QLI’s ‘Beyond the Promise’ Capital Campaign that’s discussed in this episode, click here.

For more information, tickets and to register for QLI’s ‘An Evening at the Fair’ event that’s discussed, click here.

To hear the story of Nash’s incredible and award-winning rise at QLI on OMAPOD: click here for part one and here for part two.

ALSO…

• Nebraska’s projected budget deficit grows to $223 million based on June tax receipts - from Nebraska Examiner

• Amazon offers sneak peek at Omaha-area drone delivery - from Omaha World-Herald

• What permanent daylight savings time would look like in Omaha - from KETV

J.J. Harder is a reporter & United States diplomat.

To read “A famed police interrogation led to infamous false confessions in Nebraska. We still use it.” piece from Flatwater Free Press that’s discussed, click here.

To listen to the first part of this episode, click 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…

• ‘We’re just at the beginning point’: Deadly crashes rise over the past five years in Omaha; Vision Zero’s plan - from KETV

• Former Mayor Jean Stothert gets commemorative street named - from Omaha World-Herald

• Organizers of efforts to establish two new political parties in Nebraska submit signatures - from Nebraska Examiner

J.J. Harder is a reporter & United States diplomat.

To read “A famed police interrogation led to infamous false confessions in Nebraska. We still use it.” piece from Flatwater Free Press that’s discussed, click here.

For more information on the book Barbarous Souls by David L. Strauss that’s referenced from Northwestern University Press, click here.

To listen to Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times reporter Joe Sexton on OMAPOD on The Lost Sons of Omaha that’s referenced, click here for part one, and here for part two.

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…

• Omaha City Council OKs higher base youth wage rate than state - from Omaha World-Herald

• DCSO investigates crash involving scooter, 11-year-old critically hurt - from KETV

• Ernie Chambers library unveiled as longest tenured lawmaker turns 89: ‘I’ll never give up’ - from Nebraska Examiner

David Pereyra is a rodeo cowboy.

Lavetti Vegas is a stand-up comedian and the proprietor of the Vetti Lynn custom clothing and merchandise brand.

For more information on the Clarinda Rodeo on July 23rd mentioned in the episode, click here.

To listen to Lavetti’s previous OMAPOD appearance, click here for part one and here for part two.

To listen to legendary rodeo clown Gizmo McCracken on OMAPOD, click here.

ALSO…

• Lindstrom launches petition drive to qualify nonpartisan bid for Nebraska governor - from Nebraska Examiner

• Omaha man allegedly went nearly 100 mph before fatal crash - from Omaha World-Herald

• Omaha moves forward with Ames Avenue redesign to improve safety for drivers and pedestrians - from KMTV

Dave Reeder is the founder of Miles For Michelle.

To listen to the first part of this episode, click here; to listen to the second part, click here; to listen to the third part, click here.

For more information on Miles For Michelle, click here.

ALSO…

• Memorial for ten-year-old boy has been set up at intersection of deadly crash - from KETV

• Nebraska abortions rose nearly 8% in 2025, mostly due to influx of Iowa patients - from Nebraska Examiner

• Millard North student develops low-cost water-cleaning capsules for global access - from WOWT

Dave Reeder is the founder of Miles For Michelle.

To listen to the first part of this episode, click here; to listen to the second part, click here.

For more information on Miles For Michelle, click here.

ALSO…

• Nebraska’s governor directs state agencies to make spending cuts in new memo - from KETV

• Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs ending labor; delivery services - from Omaha World-Herald

• Benson Community Garden receives grants to add a new rainwater collection system and a discovery center - from KMTV

Dave Reeder is the founder of Miles For Michelle.

To listen to the first part of this episode, click here.

For more information on Miles For Michelle, click here.

ALSO…

• Nebraska joins 46 states in $45 million settlement with company behind Cash App - from WOWT

• ‘My son’s more than a data point’: Concerns over state assessment tool deciding vulnerable Nebraskans funding for care - from KETV

• Spin Lofts: Council Bluffs supportive housing project set to transform former industrial site - from KMTV

Dave Reeder is the founder of Miles For Michelle.

For more information on Miles For Michelle, click here.

ALSO…

• Fired Douglas County deputy drank on duty, generated explicit images, document alleges - from Omaha World-Herald

• Rare Bellevue cybersecurity and defense tech campus poised for takeoff as anchor tenant secured - from Nebraska Examiner

• Omaha fire crews battle blaze at downtown recycling facility - from KETV

Ken White is a screenwriting professor at UNO.

To listen to the first part of this episode on the making of his film Wed the Dark that premiered at this year’s Omaha Film Festival, click here; to listen to the second part, click here.

ALSO…

• Two sentenced in connection to human-trafficking investigation in Omaha - from KETV

• $9.6M slice of Nebraska lottery proceeds goes to state entities - from Nebraska Examiner

• Omaha college student loses nearly $5K in online job scam involving fake check - from WOWT

For more information on America 250 Events in our area, click here.

In observance of America’s 250th / 4th of July holiday, OMAPOD will return with new episodes on Tuesday morning, July 7th.

ALSO…

• U-Haul truck knocks down wall in Omaha’s Benson neighborhood - from Omaha World-Herald

• Minnesota man arrested in connection with Bennington child sexual assault case - from WOWT

• Illinois pair arrested in Omaha after $470,000 Mega Millions scam targeting elderly victim - from KETV