Parhaat Shoeshine Podcastit (2024)

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From Shoeshine Boy to Bank CEO: Omaha Philanthropist Michael Yanney 35:05

9d ago35:05

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The Chairman Emeritus of Burlington Capital, Michael Yanney, shares some of the lessons he has learned while building a multi-billion dollar investment banking firm.Kirjoittanut Tom Becka

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Show Business Manager: Making Big Things Happen from Behind the Scenes 40:57

2d ago40:57

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Carolyn Snell, manager for Grammy-winning artist Brandi Carlisle, got her start as an intern at KFAB radio in Omaha. Over her career she has worked with artists from Reba McEntire to Justin Timberlake while having the opportunity to see the world. Carolyn sits down with Tom to share her insights into the music industry.…

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The_Old_Shoe_Clue 26:36

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Framed_By_A_Film 26:13

9d ago26:13

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Joe_Crain_Hired_Killer 26:18

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Omaha Performing Arts: A Little Something for Everyone 23:35

16d ago23:35

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Tom sits down with Joan Squires, president of Omaha Performing Arts, to talk about what is available these days at OPA venues like the Holland Center, Orpheum Theater and Steelhouse Omaha.Kirjoittanut Tom Becka

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Fighting Youth Homelessness in Omaha: Helping Couch Surfers Find a Permanent Home 31:25

23d ago31:25

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Homeless youth and young adults may not always be living on the streets. Kalisha Reed, executive director of Youth Emergency Services in Omaha, shares how she and her team are working to get youth in crisis the help and housing that they need.Kirjoittanut Tom Becka

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Mid-Air_Diamond_Theft 25:41

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Three Years to Life: Does Prison Time Change Hearts and Minds? 43:02

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Former director of the Nebraska Department of Corrections Bob Houston shares about his experience inside the prison system. Overcrowding, recidivism, and transitioning back into society are just a few of the challenges he shares with Tom Becka in this week's podcast.Kirjoittanut Tom Becka

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Dead_Aunt_Sarah 24:12

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Counter Terrorism Research Right Here in Omaha 41:12

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The National Counterterrorism Innovation, Technology and Innovation Center (NCITE) is part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and is based at the University of Nebraska Omaha. The center's director shares her insights into what they do in Omaha to help prevent terrorism throughout the world.…

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Death_Wish 26:34

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Omaha's Streetcar: Do we really need it? And who foots the bill? 37:51

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Tom's guest, Steve Jensen, who is the former planning director for the City of Omaha and now a member of Mayor Stothert's economic development team, addresses concerns about funding for the Omaha Streetcar project as well as other concerns voiced by Omaha residents.Kirjoittanut Tom Becka

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Old_Eighty-Six_Is_Missing 25:48

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Living on the Streets: Omaha Homeless Share their Stories 33:03

2M ago33:03

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When you see a homeless person holding a sign at an intersection asking for help, have you ever wondered how that person ended up in that situation? This episode of Becka's Talking features the stories of several homeless men who share with Tom how they found themselves living on the streets and what daily life is like for them.…

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Case_of_the_Exploding_Car 25:48

2M ago25:48

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From Bombing Survivor, to Refugee, to Omaha Businessman 38:24

2M ago38:24

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Cyrus Jaffery was a toddler when his family fled Afghanistan in the 1990s. When he was a teenager his family moved from Pakistan to the United States where he was forced to learn a new language and a new culture. But as Jaffrey shares with Tom in this episode of Becka's Talking, he made the most of his opportunities to become a successful, award-wi…

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Fifty_Dollar_Shoeshine 27:27

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Don't Click on That! 44:19

2M ago44:19

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Cyber security expert, Dr. Lisa McKee offers advice and warnings about keeping your devices as well as online profiles and information safe from hackers.

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Life Undercover: True Crime Stories 38:55

2M ago38:55

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Former undercover officer and SWAT team member Paul Milone shares his stories of gangs, guns and narcotics, and breaking down doors with the Omaha Police Department.

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Mike McKnight: Omaha TV Icon 29:23

3M ago29:23

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Longtime WOWT reporter, Mike McKnight, joins the podcast to share about his decades of experience and offer advice on dealing with scams and rip-offs.Kirjoittanut Tom Becka

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One Person Can Make a Difference 41:52

3M ago41:52

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Paul Feilmann is a retired licensed mental health therapist who has made it his mission to be a voice for the voiceless.Kirjoittanut Tom Becka

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Political Cartoonist: No Longer a Newspaper Job 33:01

3M ago33:01

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Jeffrey Koterba worked for the Omaha World Herald for more than 30 years as a political cartoonist. He shares how his career has progressed since being laid off by the newspaper in 2021.Kirjoittanut Tom Becka

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Omaha's Construction Boom and the Zoning Board: Why You Should Care 35:21

3M ago35:21

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Omaha Zoning Board member Jeremy Aspen joins host Tom Becka to talk about construction across Omaha and how the board manages that progress.Kirjoittanut Tom Becka

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The Zone of Interest (Guest: Josh Parham) 2:43:34

3M ago2:43:34

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In this new episode of THE ONE-INCH BARRIER, we discuss United Kingdom's anti-war drama that won at the 96th Academy Awards: Jonathan Glazer's THE ZONE OF INTEREST. This week's guest is Josh Parham, writer and podcaster at Next Best Picture and Awards Watch and a member of Chicago Indie Critics. He was also the guest on the episode discussing ⁠MONS…