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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A regional news project produced by WEHC that explores and investigates the many happenings in southwest Virginia
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A podcast by Somali students across US, Canada, and the U.K. Tune in for insightful social commentary, hilarious city beef, and plenty of shade.
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The Pacific Islander community finally has its own special podcast. Hosted by Helen Chandra, Area Code Six is where you hear our special voices each week. This show pulses with a steady heartbeat that's vibrant and alive. It's where Pacific brilliance meets bold conversations; all woven into the rich tapestry of American culture. Published by PacifikLive, the digital broadcaster based in the San Francisco Bay Area, this show provides stories of resilience, community, celebration and love. If ...
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10 Stories That Charged (and Challenged) Our Community in 2025
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46:41Welcome to 2026! It's been an eventful year in Batavia. There was a mayoral race, local business transitions, shocking revelations, and some controversial moves in city government. We set aside some time to take a look back and talk through the biggest Batavia stories of the year and how these events have impacted our community. This episode: Sam K…
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For this episode of Area Code: Batavia, former guests share their "George Baileys", people who have made a huge impact on them and their community just by existing. On this episode we hear from the following people in this order: Batavia Bulldogs Football Team Head Coach, Dennis Piron Becoming Neighbors host, Claudia Kabanyana Beardsgaard's Natalie…
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How the Batavia Food Pantry Defines Our Town
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44:51Take our listener survey to help shape the future of Area Code: Batavia. (and earn a chance to win $25 in Chamber Bucks!) Is Batavia actually special, or is that just something we tell ourselves? In this episode, I speak to Eileen Passero, Executive Director of the Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry, to explore how their work relates to Batavia's chara…
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Take our listener survey to help shape the future of Area Code: Batavia. (and earn a chance to win $25 in Chamber Bucks!) A few weeks ago, Paula Mueller, the owner of Paula’s Couture Consignment dropped a bombshell - she would be giving up ownership of Paula’s. But this announcement came with another announcement: Paula’s now has a new owner, long-…
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Two Local Icons Share Their Favorite Things About Batavia
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19:34Take our listener survey to help shape the future of Area Code: Batavia. (and earn a chance to win $25 in Chamber Bucks!) This week, we're dropping a bonus episode to hold you over until our next main installment! We're sharing two segments from our exclusive bonus content series, Batavia Favs. This series is an ongoing feature for members of our o…
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Area Code: Batavia LIVE - A Spooky Season Celebration
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38:32Just in time for Bat Fest, it's the live recording of our Spooky Season Celebration hosted at Sturdy Shelter. This episode features: A conversation about Bat Fest with Kristen Desler and Beth Walker from Main Street A True Crime Mystery featuring the Batavia Paranormal Investigation Squad A conversation with Zach Sage, the mastermind behind the Hal…
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A Therapist on the Human Cost of ICE in the Fox Valley
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57:51Jennifer Orta is on the front lines of a crisis of belonging. As the only Spanish speaking licensed mental health provider at Suicide Prevention Services of America, located here in Batavia, she's talking every day to people who are impacted directly by the dramatic increase of ICE activity in the Fox Valley. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, …
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David St. Clair remembers his late great friend and colleague.
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Don't forget! Our 2nd ever live episode, a Batavia Spooky Season Celebration, is happening October 9th, 7pm at Sturdy Shelter. We'll be featuring conversations with the people behind Batfest, the guy responsible for Midnight on Morton, and a special visit from the Batavia Paranormal Investigation Squad. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased here, bu…
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Feeling Seen at the Batavia Popcorn Depot
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42:21Heads Up! Our 2nd ever live episode, a Batavia Spooky Season Celebration, is happening October 9th, 7pm at Sturdy Shelter. We'll be featuring conversations with the people behind Batfest, the guy responsible for Midnight on Morton, and a special visit from the Batavia Paranormal Investigation Squad. Tickets are $10, but members of The 630 get in fr…
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Welcome! The Pacific Islander community now has its own special podcast. Hosted by Helen Chandra, Area Code Six is where you hear our special voices each week. This show pulses with a steady heartbeat that's vibrant and alive. It's where Pacific brilliance meets bold conversations; all woven into the rich tapestry of American culture. Published by …
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Batavia’s Ward 1: Where Old Roots Meet New Growth
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57:32Today's episode features the second conversation from our City Council series, with Jennifer Baerren and Christopher Solfa, alderpersons from Ward 1. Ward 1 is a unique blend of the old and the new. There are decades-old neighborhoods occupied by young families who just moved here. This range of residents - newcomers and established residents - you…
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Cinco De Mayo Market: Bridging Cultures in Berkeley’s Historic Space
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33:44The closing of Berkley Finer Foods left a hole on Batavia's east side. But what seemed like a community loss quickly turned into a win with the arrival of Cinco De Mayo Market. For this episode, I spoke to Daisy Parra about her family's whirlwind transition from running a bakery to a full-scale grocery store and what it means to bring their distinc…
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Arlo.Hendrix: A Batavia Mom Balances Business and Boundaries
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50:21This episode is a conversation with Brittany Sabatino, the owner of Arlo.Hendrix. A store that carries children’s clothes, toys, and accessories, Arlo.Hendrix is located in the heart of The Mercantile. Between the candy and the candles, The Mercantile in general is an inherently bright experience, but for Brittany, brightness seems to be a primary …
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Ward 3's Alice Lohman and Kevin Malone: In Dialogue with Diversity
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54:46This week, we're kicking off a brand new series that we'll be running throughout the year. Every so often I hope to share a new conversation with aldermen and alderwomen from various wards in Batavia. We'll go beyond typical policy discussions and get them talking about the human element of city governance – and how they personally interact with th…
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Big News for Area Code: Batavia Listeners!
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6:20Introducing Area Code: Batavia's new community, The 630. This isn't just about supporting a podcast; it's about becoming part of a community dedicated to fostering a deeper sense of belonging right here in Batavia. As a member of The 630, you'll not only help sustain this vital community effort, but you'll also gain: Exclusive bonus audio Influence…
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Boo Boo Days: A Celebration of Downtown Batavia's Imperfections
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43:07On the day this episode is released, Batavia kicks off Boo Boo Days. For me, Boo Boo Days is a new concept, a sort of quaint and slightly bizarre throwback that just started a few years ago. But the reality is, Boo Boo Days originated decades ago and played a crucial role in the origin of the Windmill Festival. But what really interests me is the w…
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Riverside Pizza & Pub's Chris Otepka: Musician and "Utility Man"
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41:57Just before the pandemic, Chris Otepka helped open Riverside Pizza and Pub in his hometown of Batavia with a few of his friends. Now he's helping run it. But most of his adult life, Chris Otepka was a touring musician. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, I speak with Chris about his long journey back home, what he learned about himself and Batav…
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History Hits Close to Home At the Depot Museum
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57:26It's not easy to live in Batavia while remaining unaware of its historical roots. Around here, it's talked about a lot. But what does this history really mean for a town in the here and now? According to Depot Museum Director Kate Garrett, Batavia's appreciation for its own history provides opportunity for what she calls "pro-social behaviors." And…
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Books and Belonging at the Batavia Public Library
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44:10From landscape to architecture, spaces matter. And for Josephine Tucci, creating spaces that inspire belonging is a lifelong pursuit that started with museums and continued into the Batavia Library. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with the executive director of the Batavia Public Library about the winding career path that brou…
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Daddio's Diner: A Batavia Fixture That's Paying it Forward
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39:45Some, who make grand claims of being self-made, might see their success as being a result of their own hard work. But Scott Beltran openly acknowledges the many people who have come alongside him to help make Daddio's a reality. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with the owner of Daddio's Diner about those in his family and comm…
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2025 Boardwalk Shop Owners Bet On Batavia
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58:46The stakes are high. Every year, an entirely new group of entrepreneurs set up shop on the corner of Wilson and River street, each one with their own idea of what it means to thrive in Batavia. And by the end of the season, they'll have a very real sense of just how likely their business is to succeed. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, we talk…
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Coming This Friday: Boardwalk Shops 2025
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0:33There's no new episode in your feed today because we're working fast to turn around a special Opening Day Boardwalk Shops episode. That episode will release this Friday. Thanks! Subscribe to our newsletter to be updated about Area Code: Batavia and find out when new episodes are available. Area Code: Batavia is always looking for sponsors. Click he…
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For Tom Kim, Failure is Not an Option
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49:17Batavia 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 …
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Theresa Burriss hosts a conversation with Suzanne Stryk, artist and author. This aired on WEHC 90.7 FM on April 14, 2025.द्वारा WEHC
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REVISITING: Hearth & Hammer: Coming Home and Making It Your Own
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35:41This episode was first published on March 8, 2024. Building on a successful candle-business, Ariane Scholl wanted to create a space that was welcoming, people-oriented, and comfortable. And with her new location, she found a place perfectly situated to accomodate anyone. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, I talked to Ariane (who also goes by An…
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Zen Loft Collective: Transforming Solitary Struggle Into Solidarity
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36:43This episode of Area Code: Batavia is sponsored by Zen Loft Collective, a collection of wellness spaces located in the heart of downtown Batavia. Register now to receive $20 off a class or package with the code AREACODE. Kelly Vida has always dreamed of creating a supportive community space for women. When the chance to turn her aspirations into re…
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Paula's Couture Consignment: From Following to Flourishing
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42:58Before Paula Mueller started Paula’s Couture Consignment, she was a stay at home mom, and a self-described 'follower'. But after a painful period in her life, she found the courage to pursue her passion for fashion and establish a business that doubles as a safe haven. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with the owner of Paula's …
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New Moon Vegan: From Conviction to Creation
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47:14Jo Colagiacomi and Jay Weichun are not afraid to dream. When they moved to the midwest, they brought with them a dream of a vegan bakery that opened its doors to all, vegan or not. Now they're living that dream. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, I spoke to Jo Colagiacomi about how she combined her conviction, her passion for food, and her inve…
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Mayor Jeff Schielke: Living History
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42:58This is part two of a pair of conversations with the Batavia Mayoral candidates. You can hear our conversation with mayoral challenger, Tom Connelly, in the previous episode. Since 1981, Mayor Jeff Schielke has been a fixture in the community of Batavia, drawing on a rich tapestry of historical knowledge passed down through six generations. With an…
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Tom Connelly: From Newcomer to Running for Mayor
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47:42For the next two episodes, we'll be featuring a pair of conversations with the Batavia Mayoral candidates. In 2018, Tom Connelly found a home in the community of Batavia. And from the beginning, he set out to make a difference in his town through local government. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, we speak to the attorney and former alderman a…
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How Your Favorite Episodes Impacted Us in 2024
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42:01As we round out our end of the year coverage, I thought it would be a good idea to take a look back at last year and at the podcast since it began one year ago. On this episode, I revisit the five (okay, six) most popular episodes of the year, and talk through the ways each conversation impacted me personally as a Batavia resident. This episode of …
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Recapping The Year's Biggest Batavia Stories (with Tri-Cities Central's Sam Kraft)
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48:48In 2024 there were new businesses, a new mayoral challenger, tornadoes, mysterious foam, and unnerving things in the walls. It can be easy to forget how much has happened in a year, so we thought it would be a good idea to set aside some time to take a look back. This episode: Sam Kraft, the man behind Tri-Cities Central, returns to the podcast to …
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Kiss The Sky: Finding Home Between the Grooves
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44:51For Steve Warrenfeltz, starting a record store was a lifelong dream. Once he shared that dream with a friend, it became inescapable. And after more than 30 years, Steve and his friend, Mike, made that dream a reality. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with the owner of Kiss The Sky about why he chose Batavia as the home of Kiss …
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Holiday Shopping, Batavia Style with Jamie Saam
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49:06It's the busiest shopping weekend of the year, and shopping local isn't just a worthy cause: it's a great way to get more meaningful gifts for those you love. This week, we go holiday shopping in the heart of downtown Batavia with former guest, Jamie Saam. Listen in as we walk-and-talk about the myriad of options for everyone in your life. As a co-…
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This week, I welcome Sam Kraft, the publisher behind Tri-Cities Central to the podcast to discuss Thanksgiving traditions in Batavia, specific opportunities to experience belong in the area during the holidays, and what we Batavians have to be thankful for this year. Tri-Cities Central is an absolutely essential newsletter for listeners of this pod…
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20 Episodes, 20 Stories: An Area Code Batavia Retrospective
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43:19To commemorate Area Code: Batavia's 20th episode, I've invited our collaborators, Ben Wydra and Lauren Purdy from Plimsoll, to take a look back on what the stories we heard in the previous episodes of the podcast meant to us, and what they mean for our community. We talk about how COVID disrupted and deepened the stories of so many, whether or not …
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"Becoming Neighbors" During a Time of Political Disagreement
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1:09:01When David Fraccaro and Claudia Kabanyana host "Becoming Neighbors," they're taking part in a unique and messy exercise of hope and potential. So what exactly are the risks and rewards of exploring our differences? On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with the people behind the quarterly gathering that brings people together in a p…
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Small Acts, Big Impact: CHIP IN Batavia's Formula for Belonging
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47:30Joanne Spitz is the co-chair of CHIP IN Batavia, a non-profit that works to ensure every child in our town has the opportunity to thrive - from basic necessities to prom dresses and college laptops. But Joanne's story isn't just about helping others belong. It's also about her own journey to find her place in Batavia over the past 32 years. In this…
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Logan Street Missionary Baptist Church: A Historic Haven for Black Batavians
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1:00:10Logan Street Missionary Baptist Church, located just east of the river off of N. Washington Avenue and currently pastored by Rev. David J. Seymour, wasn't created in a vacuum - it was founded based on a need for black Batavians to have a place to go where they felt safe, comfortable, and accepted. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversati…
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Emory & Henry University Vice President for Community Engagement & Economic Development, Theresa Burriss, interviews "outsider" artist, Jason "Jay" Flack, in this WEHC production. Jason's art exhibit, "The Flack Attack: Appalachian Battery," is featured at the William King Museum of Art in Abingdon, VA, from July 18, 2024 - January 19, 2025 (https:…
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Bulldogs Head Coach, Dennis Piron: Belonging First, Winning Second
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1:05:31After receiving so much support from his community as a high school student, Dennis Piron felt obligated to succeed. But after trying his hand in the business world, he quickly realized that giving back to Batavia was the best way to find fulfillment. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, I spoke to the Batavia High School football and track and f…
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From Murals to Monuments: A Journey Through Downtown's Public Art
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52:59On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a walking tour with local sculptor and art booster, Bill McGrath. As a board member of Water Street Studios and a former city administrator, Bill is the ideal person to lead us through downtown and walk us through the unique artistic landscape that makes up the downtown environment. Feel free to listen to this…
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Batavia Creamery: How Small Pleasures Bring Us Together
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41:10We might take the Batavia Creamery for granted now, but its fate wasn't always so cut and dry. After working as a Baskin Robbins franchisee, Kirk Jansons wanted to sell ice cream on his own terms. But challenges with the bridge and COVID threw the whole thing into question. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with the owner of the…
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Red Hive Market: A Vision of Home Too Big to Fail
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51:14Bridget Johnson, a Cuban immigrant, and Thomas Freeman, a Chicago south-side native, shared a dream. But their perspectives on that dream have been drastically different. And complimentary collaboration is exactly what makes Red Hive Market work so well. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with Bridget and Tom about creating a div…
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Hey everybody. We're dropping into your feed on an off week to let you know about a new segment: "Settling In." On each installment of "Settling In," we'll be diving deeper into what it means to make Batavia home, with insights and advice from our title sponsor, local real estate expert, Kristine Clemens of @Properties Christies International Real…
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Start Something Studio: Empowering Women-Owned Businesses
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54:35Walk around Batavia's downtown and you'll see a host of women-led businesses, of all kinds. But it wasn't always this way. It happened because of people like Start Something Studio's Jamie Saam, who put collaboration and mutual support ahead of a solely competitive mindset. In addition to being the owner of Bulldog Plumbing and the co-founder of St…
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In Batavia, Flags Are Symbols of Belonging
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49:23As we continue to explore the significance of flags in the Batavia community, we talk about the origins and impact of the Batavia Community flag, and the Unity Pride flag, relatively new symbols in the town. Featured on this episode: Flag expert Marty Callahan, chair of the Batavia flag design contest committee High school student Rachel Agro, desi…
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The Flag Day Monument: A Local Tribute to an Evolving Symbol
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38:54The day this episode is released, June 14th, is Flag Day, and it's the first Flag Day to be observed at Batavia's brand new Flag Day Monument. Meanwhile, across the lawn of the Pegbond Center, a few other flags are flying. What is it about flags that instills such reverence in those whose community they represent?And what role do flags play in this…
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BEI: Why Investment in Community is Good Business
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41:22When Austin Dempsey had the opportunity to step into a long-term leadership role in the family business, he took it. But in the face of a global pandemic, he recognized how investing in Batavia's community would pay off for everyone in the long run. On this episode of Area Code: Batavia, a conversation with the CEO of BEI Commercial Real Estate abo…
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