Jun 28, 2021
What U.S. business is older than Ford, Walgreens, or JC Penney? Answer: Thicksten’s Popcorn, established in 1900 and thriving today on the main street of Prophetstown, Illinois. Hear part one of the century old success story from current owner Joanie Stewart (Thicksten) in the latest episode of OK Boomer: Tales from...
Jun 10, 2021
Most people have never "slopped" hogs, nor have they earned a Super Bowl ring. These are just a few of the experiences the new U of Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema shares in this podcast. Also, his older brother Bart reminisces on shared childhood ventures.