Area Code: Batavia

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On each episode of Area Code: Batavia, host Richard Clark explores the heart of Batavia, Illinois, and what it means to truly belong in Batavia, IL. Through one-on-one conversations with local small business owners, we uncover the essence of Batavia's community spirit. Produced by Area Code Audio. Tune in every two weeks for new episodes.

  1. How Batavia MainStreet is Crafting "Good Energy"

    1 天前

    How Batavia MainStreet is Crafting "Good Energy"

    Next episode will be our third annual boardwalk shop episode, a conversation with every owner of each Batavia Boardwalk Shop. In the lead up to that episode, I'm talking to the people responsible for making it all happen, Beth and Kristen from Batavia MainStreet. Not only does Main Street organize and prep the boardwalk shop owners. They help evaluate and curate the shops themselves. That evaluating and curating is a great example of one of the things that intrigued me about MainStreet as an organization. Because Batavia MainStreet is responsible for so many things that make up the character of our town, they actually have a lot of power and influence over how things go down. When you check out the shops this year, you'll have Main Street to thank for the uniqueness and diversity on display. These kinds of public-facing, community defining decisions come with a lot of weight, sometimes even baggage. So how do Beth and Kristen lead in these initiatives without feeling overwhelmed, not just by the work but by public scrutiny? Watch Tri-Cities 'LIVE' with Chris Wallace and Sam Kraft, mentioned during this episode. Sponsor Area Code: Batavia, a direct line to the people who live, work, and shop right here in our community. This episode of Area Code: Batavia is brought to you by Meadowcrafters. This episode of Area Code: Batavia is sponsored by 212° Construction Group. Subscribe to our newsletter to be updated about Area Code: Batavia and find out when new episodes are available. Join The 630 to support this podcast and our mission to create a stronger sense of belonging in our community. Members will receive: Free access to quarterly live shows.Off-week episodes of our bonus podcast, “The Batavia Insider”.Influence future Area Code: Batavia content. Your voice will help guide future topics and interviews.Regular opportunities to meet up in person with fellow Batavians who share your passion for our town and want to build stronger bonds. Area Code: Batavia is always looking for sponsors. Click here for more information. Area Code: Batavia is produced by Area Code Audio. It's hosted and produced by Richard Clark. Edited and mixed by Matt Linder. Additional production help from Jennifer Clark. Mentioned in this episode: Meadowcrafters Weird Gardens 212 Construction Group

    57 分鐘
  2. Water Street Studios: The Creative Backbone of Batavia

    4月17日

    Water Street Studios: The Creative Backbone of Batavia

    On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, I'm talking to Bonnie Baumgartner and Jessica Jecmen from Water Street Studios, Batavia's community art center. Batavia has a reputation as being the "artsy" sibling of Geneva and St. Charles, a direct result of people taking active interest in giving artistic work and artistic communities a home. The reality is, without Water Street Studios, and the people who gave their money and time to make it possible, Batavia would be a lot less creative, and honestly? A lot more boring. But what happens when that art is weird or jarring? And how do you get everyone to not only see the value of public art, but agree on what should be painted on the outside walls of our shared community spaces? This episode of Area Code: Batavia is sponsored by 212° Construction Group. This episode of Area Code: Batavia is brought to you by Meadowcrafters. Subscribe to our newsletter to be updated about Area Code: Batavia and find out when new episodes are available. Join The 630 to support this podcast and our mission to create a stronger sense of belonging in our community. Members will receive: Free access to quarterly live shows.Off-week episodes of our bonus podcast, “The Batavia Insider”.Influence future Area Code: Batavia content. Your voice will help guide future topics and interviews.Regular opportunities to meet up in person with fellow Batavians who share your passion for our town and want to build stronger bonds. Area Code: Batavia is always looking for sponsors. Click here for more information. Area Code: Batavia is produced by Area Code Audio. It's hosted and produced by Richard Clark. Edited and mixed by Matt Linder. Additional production help from Jennifer Clark. Mentioned in this episode: 212 Construction Group

    54 分鐘

  3. 4月10日

    KIDS THESE DAYS: Kush and Craig: Then, Now, and What's Next

    I'm excited to share with you the first episode of Kids These Days, a podcast we've been working on with Batavia Public Schools that listeners to this podcast will love. New episodes will release every month on this feed, but to get them the day they drop, subscribe to the podcast here. Enjoy! ------ In our premiere episode of Kids These Days, BPS 101 Superintendent Tom Kim brings together two Batavians from very different chapters of life for an unscripted conversation about what it means to plan for the future. High school senior Kush Adhvaryu is joined by Craig Foltos, lifelong resident and owner of Foltos Tonsorial Parlor, to discuss the potential of a career in finance, how their generations get their news, and the generational divide around "work-life balance". From the influence of favorite teachers to the importance of building community connections, this episode explores the "Portrait of a Graduate" in action and what happens when we take the time to slow down and learn from one another. Kids These Days is a podcast from Batavia Public School District 101, produced in partnership with Area Code: Batavia. New episodes every month. For more information about all the great things BPS101 is doing, sign up for our newsletter. To contact us about the episode or recommend a future guest, email us at help@bps101.net.

    27 分鐘
  4. REVISITING: For Tom Kim, Failure is Not an Option

    4月1日

    REVISITING: For Tom Kim, Failure is Not an Option

    Hey neighbor! As we prepare to launch a new podcast from Batavia Public Schools, Kids These Days, we're revisiting one of my favorite episodes: a conversation with Superintendent (and Kids These Days host) Tom Kim. Subscribe to Kids These Days here. Batavia Public School Superintendent Tom Kim was forced to grow up fast. But as a second generation immigrant surrounded by family, teachers, and mentors willing to help him achieve his goals, he found his place in the world. Now, he's looking to do his same for Batavia's children. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with Tom Kim about his early aspirations, the unique community focus of Batavia, and why he almost left education for good. Subscribe to our newsletter to be updated about Area Code: Batavia and find out when new episodes are available. Join The 630 to support this podcast and our mission to create a stronger sense of belonging in our community. Members will receive: Free access to quarterly live shows.Off-week episodes of our bonus podcast, “The Batavia Insider”.Influence future Area Code: Batavia content. Your voice will help guide future topics and interviews.Regular opportunities to meet up in person with fellow Batavians who share your passion for our town and want to build stronger bonds. Area Code: Batavia is always looking for sponsors. Click here for more information. Area Code: Batavia is produced by Area Code Audio. It's hosted and produced by Richard Clark. Edited and mixed by Matt Linder. Additional production help from Jennifer Clark. Mentioned in this episode: 212 Construction Group

    53 分鐘

  5. 3月25日 ·  附贈內容

    Introducing: Kids These Days

    Hi friends, Richard here! I can't wait to show you something I've been working on with Batavia Public Schools that I really think listeners to this podcast will love: The new podcast, Kids These Days brings together long-time Batavia residents and current students for real, unscripted conversations. Hosted by Superintendent Tom Kim and produced in partnership with Area Code: Batavia, the show aims to bridge the gap between generations. By sitting down to talk—about school, work, and life in Batavia—we’re moving past stereotypes to get to know our younger neighbors. The gap between the Batavia we remember and the one students are navigating today might not be as wide as you think. Subscribe to the podcast here, or listen every month on this feed.

    3 分鐘
  6. The Anxious Voter's Guide to Democracy In Batavia

    3月16日

    The Anxious Voter's Guide to Democracy In Batavia

    On this episode, I'm talking to Patti Lackman and Tammy Caltagirone, Co-Presidents of the League of Women Voters of Central Kane County. I'll be honest. I'm feeling antsy. I'm seeing what's happening nationally, in the chicagoland area, and online, and I've started to get a bit worried about the general state of democracy, and how that might be impacting our local community. That's why I wanted to Patty and Tammy: Not only do we explore what drew them to their roles and how they've experienced local government in Batavia, but we also process all of my intense worries about democracy, and think through what a healthy local democracy looks like in practice. This episode of Area Code: Batavia is sponsored by 212° Construction Group. This episode of Area Code: Batavia is brought to you by Meadowcrafters. Subscribe to our newsletter to be updated about Area Code: Batavia and find out when new episodes are available. Join The 630 to support this podcast and our mission to create a stronger sense of belonging in our community. Members will receive: Free access to quarterly live shows.Off-week episodes of our bonus podcast, “The Batavia Insider”.Influence future Area Code: Batavia content. Your voice will help guide future topics and interviews.Regular opportunities to meet up in person with fellow Batavians who share your passion for our town and want to build stronger bonds. Area Code: Batavia is always looking for sponsors. Click here for more information. Area Code: Batavia is produced by Area Code Audio. It's hosted and produced by Richard Clark. Edited and mixed by Matt Linder. Additional production help from Jennifer Clark. Mentioned in this episode: 212 Construction Group

    56 分鐘
  7. LIVE: Coziness after Hearth & Hammer | Comfort at Bocaditos

    3月4日

    LIVE: Coziness after Hearth & Hammer | Comfort at Bocaditos

    On this episode, a live episode from Sturdy Shelter's Cozy-Fest featuring former writer, poet, and former Hearth & Hammer owner, Annie Scholl, and co-owners of Bocaditos, Juliana Cancelo and Silvia Sanchez. In the first part, I talked to Annie about what it's like to cultivate a cozy aesthetic after the closing of Hearth & Hammer, and what she's been up to afterward. Then, I spoke to Juliana and Silvia about the unique challenge of creative a place of safety and comfort while also managing complicated family history and dynamics. Finally, we bring everyone together to discuss how best to experience emotional safety, comfort, and coziness in the context of our local community. This episode of Area Code: Batavia is brought to you by Meadowcrafters. This episode of Area Code: Batavia is sponsored by 212° Construction Group. Subscribe to our newsletter to be updated about Area Code: Batavia and find out when new episodes are available. Join The 630 to support this podcast and our mission to create a stronger sense of belonging in our community. Members will receive: Free access to quarterly live shows.Off-week episodes of our bonus podcast, “The Batavia Insider”.Influence future Area Code: Batavia content. Your voice will help guide future topics and interviews.Regular opportunities to meet up in person with fellow Batavians who share your passion for our town and want to build stronger bonds. Area Code: Batavia is always looking for sponsors. Click here for more information. Area Code: Batavia is produced by Area Code Audio. It's hosted and produced by Richard Clark. Edited and mixed by Matt Linder. Additional production help from Jennifer Clark. Mentioned in this episode: 212 Construction Group

    59 分鐘
  8. For VSW's Hugo Saltijeral, Work Is a Gift

    2月18日

    For VSW's Hugo Saltijeral, Work Is a Gift

    Today on the show, I’m at the Valley Shelter Workshop—or VSW—talking to their Executive Director, Hugo Saltijeral. The reality is, for the employees Hugo works with at VSW, many of whom are adults with cognitive disabilities, work is less of a burden and more of a gift. For them, work isn't just a means to an end. It's belonging. Hugo's the type of person that sees open doors everywhere, and seems to get his energy from the opportunities they represent. His approach is really a personification of Batavia, a town the calls itself the city of energy. It's a personification I sometimes struggle to relate to. Is work really a gift? How energizing can it really be? And what does it mean to give others the opportunity to do something that so many of us try to avoid? This episode of Area Code: Batavia is sponsored by 212° Construction Group. Subscribe to our newsletter to be updated about Area Code: Batavia and find out when new episodes are available. Join The 630 to support this podcast and our mission to create a stronger sense of belonging in our community. Members will receive: Free access to quarterly live shows.Off-week episodes of our bonus podcast, “The Batavia Insider”.Influence future Area Code: Batavia content. Your voice will help guide future topics and interviews.Regular opportunities to meet up in person with fellow Batavians who share your passion for our town and want to build stronger bonds. Area Code: Batavia is always looking for sponsors. Click here for more information. Area Code: Batavia is produced by Area Code Audio. It's hosted and produced by Richard Clark. Edited and mixed by Matt Linder. Additional production help from Jennifer Clark. Mentioned in this episode: 212 Construction Group

    56 分鐘
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On each episode of Area Code: Batavia, host Richard Clark explores the heart of Batavia, Illinois, and what it means to truly belong in Batavia, IL. Through one-on-one conversations with local small business owners, we uncover the essence of Batavia's community spirit. Produced by Area Code Audio. Tune in every two weeks for new episodes.

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  • 創作者
    Area Code Audio
  • 活躍年代
    2024年 - 2026年
  • 集數
    65
  • 年齡分級
    兒少適宜
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    © Copyright 2026 Area Code Audio
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    Area Code: Batavia

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