A Conversation with Peoria's Community Leaders, Activists, Artists and Storytellers
Latest episodes
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1 h 42
KZ Community Beat - President of The Peoria Public School Board - Dr Gregory Wilson
This week on Community Beat, Ross sits down with Gregory Wilson, the President of the Peoria Public Schools Board of Education, for a conversation rooted in leadership, transparenc…
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53 min
KZ Community Beat - GBC Autism Services
This episode, Jinette and Emily stop by to talk about their organization GBC Autism Services. This conversation centers around what ABA therapy is, some common misconceptions regar…
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51 min
KZ Community Beat - Peoria 50501 - The Power of The People
In this episode, we sit down with Melissa and Jim, co leader's of Peoria's 50501, and organizers of The No King's Protest happening here in Peoria on October 18th! We touch topics…
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57 min
KZ Community Beat - El Morning Chou - The Voice of Peoria's Latino Community
This episode is about representation, resistance, and real talk. Ross sits down with Christell Frausto and Andy Fremac, the host of El Morning Chou — Peoria’s first Latino-programm…
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40 min
KZ Community Beat - KZ Cares - Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter
Ross sits down with Daryl Carlson of the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter to talk about the disease that affects millions — including Ross’ own family. His grandmother pass…
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1 h 11
Orange and Black - Legacy, Loss, and the City That Changed
This episode isn’t about basketball — it’s about legacy, identity, purpose, and power. Ross sits down with filmmaker Creston Coleman to discuss Orange and Black: Beneath the Number…
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20 min
Empowering the Next Generation – Marilyn Woods on Peoria’s First Girls Flag Football Clinic
In this episode of KZ Community Beat, Ross Martinez sits down with Marilyn Woods to talk about a powerful first for Peoria: a free girls flag football clinic sponsored by the Chica…
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1 h 15
KZ Community Beat - BLOOM: Juneteenth, Race, and the Reality We Live In
In this powerful episode of KZ Community Beat, Ross catches up with a returning voice and friend of the pod, Brett Brooks — now two years stronger. Together, they dive into the sig…
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31 min
KZ Community Beat - Marques Cox - From Peoria to The NFL
In this powerful episode of KZ Community Beat, Ross Martinez sits down with NFL offensive lineman Marques Cox, a proud son of Peoria who's now suiting up for the Denver Broncos. Ma…
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58 min
KZ Cares May Spotlight- Crittenton Centers
In this episode of KZ Community Beat, Ross sits down with Brent Oest, Development Director of Crittenton Centers, to talk about how the nonprofit has been changing lives in Peoria…
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44 min
KZ CARES April Spotlight - The Center of Prevention for Abuse
In April, #KZCares is spotlighting the Center for Prevention of Abuse to raise awareness and support for survivors in our community. If you or someone you know needs help, call the…
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34 min
KZ Community Beat AEW Kyle Fletcher
AEW’s Kyle Fletcher joins The KZ Community Beat for a raw and revealing conversation! Kyle opens up about overcoming self-doubt, balancing life as a cat dad, and his journey from P…
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1 h 13
KZ Community Beat : Estrella Diaz
In this episode of the KZ Community Beat, we sit down with Estrella Diaz, a Peoria native with a passion for community and connection. Estrella opens up about her personal journey—…
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42 min
KZ CARES - Mark Linder Walk For The Mind
We have launched a new program called KZ Cares. Each month we will spotlight a local nonprofit and shed light on their amazing work they do for our community! This month, we welcom…
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49 min
EP 63 Mayor Rita Ali
On this episode we sit and talk with The Mayor of Peoria, Rita Ali! We take a look at the individual who moved to Peoria at the age of 6 and began her journey of community service…
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1 h 22
Episode 62 CJ Harvest - Chuck Brown
Welcome to ep 62! This week we sat and spoke with Chuck Brown, the recipient of the Illinois Grocery Initiative Grant! Listen in as we talk about the SouthSide being a ‘Food Desert…
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1 h 24
EP 61 Nikki Romain of Art Inc
This week we sat and talked with the co-founder and Executive Director of Art Inc here in Peoria! Welcome Nikki Romain a story of an artistic soul on a journey of acceptance and pa…
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40 min
EP 60 Alzheimer's Assocition Illinois Chapter
Welcome to episode 60!! This week we sat down with Amber Bowcott! Amber has worked with the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter since 2013! Listen in as we hear Amber talk abo…
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28 min
EP 59 The Neighborhood House
This week, we welcome CEO and President of The Neighborhood House Julie Bonar!! For 128 years and counting The Neighborhood House has supported our community, listen in to hear all…
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53 min
EP 58 Ali Siddiq
This week we welcome Comedian Ali Siddiq to the pod!! Ali will be bringing his “I’ve Got A Story To Tell” comedy tour to Peoria on September 14th! Get your tickets at ticketmaster.…