ERIC ENTRUP

Alderman Eric Entrup (R-1st Ward) talks to Ashley and Brittany about city government, property taxes and pensionS. Also, Brittany asks permission to drink, which has probably never, ever happened.

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ANN BOLAND

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany put a bow on the roundabout and hope to never talk about it again. Then, Ashley and Brittany sit with Ann Boland and try to get her to talk about her active and charitable life. This universally-beloved woman has been honored by many groups, but being on Club Muddy probably tops…

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FREEMAN MILKI WAY FARM

Brittany Boll takes you to Camp Point and the delicious Freeman Milki Way Farm, a true farm to table cafe just off the railroad tracks. Owner Gretchen Forsythe tells her story and whips up some of the best home cooking around. SEE Quincy sponsors Taste of the Town.  

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STEVE HOMAN

Ashley and Brittany get their wish as the outspoken Steve Homan joins the Club. Before that, Bobby, Brittany and Ashley talk about the controversial Quincy Catholic Schools reorganization plan and the return of the Gem City Concert Series.

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MEGAN REDSHAW

Ashley and Brittany fangirl hard over this lawyer, journalist, mom, wife and homesteader who lives in Marion County and has a business relationship with a member of a certain family who is a political dynasty. Bobby wanted to talk political conventions, but the ladies hate everyone so that didn’t go far.

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DAX FOHEY

Dax Fohey from Town & Country Inn and Suites gets an invite to The Club to talk about the local hotel and hospitality industry. Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about the Olympics and Bobby and Brittany gush over the Deadpool/Wolverine movie in spoiler-free fashion.

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Come Fly With Me!

Fireworks aren’t the only thing up in the air this Fourth of July. On this episode of Road Trips with Randy, we fly with Scott Davis, who bought his own airplane and is learning to fly. We will also take a ride in an antique aircraft and see the sites over Quincy. This episode is…

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KELLY MAYS

One of Quincy’s two third ward aldermen (yes, she’s fine with that title) joins Ashley and Brittany to talk about being on the City Council, public service and trying to the right thing and what is best for Quincy. Bobby, Brittany and Ashley also discuss more options to buy weed that Bobby will never use,…

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FOUR WINDS FARM AND EFB’S COFFEE TALK

Ashley talks to Deborah Lee of Four Winds Farm about her chemically-free growing area for herbs, vegetables, fruit and flowers and includes a classroom and kitchen, where students learn (hands-on) about healthy cuisine and herbs: medicinal, culinary, and wild edibles. Brittany also joins Ashley for Coffee Talk from EFB Coffee.

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TRENTON PAUL MURFIN

Bobby talks about summer vacation plans with Ashley and Brittany and avoiding connecting flights. Then Trenton Paul Murfin stops by to talk about community involvement as a young adult and making the choice to live and work in his hometown. Sort of like Ashley and Brittany did when they were young adults.

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JEN WIEMELT

Ashley and Brittany question Bobby’s street cred before they talk about Muddy River’s upcoming third birthday. Then Jen Wiemelt stops by to talk about education and parenting.

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NUCCI’S

Let’s head down to Pittsfield, where in the shadow of the Pike County courthouse’s red dome you can find Nucci’s. Brittany Boll and Randy Phillips bring you this installment of Taste of the Town, brought to you by SEE Quincy, the Quincy Convention and Visitor’s Bureau.

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RYAN TANNER

The co-owner of The Patio stops by to talk about his passion projects, including an update on the Illinois State Bank building, as well as adapting and evolving as an epic entrepreneur. Ashley, Bobby and Brittany also discuss the wonder that is Caitlin Clark.

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FLOYD’S 104 GRILL

Brittany Boll and Randy Phillips cross the Illinois River and head to Meredosia and try out the menu at Floyd’s 104. SEE Quincy, the Quincy Convention and Visitors Bureau, brings you Taste of the Town.

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EFB’s COFFEE TALK and HY-VEE’s EASTER BUNNY

Coffee Talk talks a walk down the block to visit the sponsor, Electric Fountain Brewing, and Ryan Parkhurst from Hy-Vee brings the Easter Bunny by to get kids ready for the annual Easter Egg Hunt. Also a note: Alderman Jake Reed offered up an apology on Facebook for his statement regarding our Club Muddy interview…

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KYLE MOORE

The former Quincy mayor is one more election away from being the next Illinois state representative for the 99th District. Bobby and Brittany talk to him about elections, party politics and how he might move forward with GREDF, should he win in November. Ashley, Bobby and Brittany also talk about the dangers of text chains…

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KENZIE VALLEE

On today’s Club Muddy, we present something that might not appeal to some of you, but it is something that is part of a national debate. If you haven’t heard of OnlyFans, it’s a Website that allows influencers to monetize their content. Just like TikTok or Instagram. But OnlyFans allows pornographic content. And Ashley Conrad…

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BIDS FOR KIDS AND EFB’S COFFEE TALK

Craig Heming with Quincy Noon Kiwanis drops by to promote the Bids for Kids Auction that starts Thursday. All kinds of great things to buy for a great cause. Then Brittany and Ashley announce our new “Coffee Talk” sponsor: Electric Fountain Brewing! Our Sixth Street neighbor.

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TASTE OF THE TOWN – OLE WOLFHOUND PUB

St. Patty’s Day is nigh…if you’re in Hannibal and looking for a REAL Irish pub, head to Ole Wolfhound. It’s like dropping by The Crown and Anchor on Ted Lasso. Okay, that’s England, not Ireland, but you get the point. Brittany Boll has a rueben and pint on this installment of Taste of the Town.…

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TASTE OF THE TOWN: COPPERHEAD TAVERN

NEW CANTON, Ill. — Take a quick trip down Ill. 96 for some great food and cold beer. If someone tells you that you can get great Crab Rangoon and a root beer float at The Copperhead Tavern, they aren’t kidding. Brittany Boll and Randy Phillips take you to Pike County for this installment of…

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CHAD LANDBANK AND THE ROUNDABOUTS

No, it’s not the name of a 1960’s pop band, but of today’s Club Muddy, where Brittany gets to talk to the director of the Two Rivers Land Bank Authority, Chad Frederick, or known in the MRN office as “Chad Landbank”. We ask about the organization’s potential benefits to the community and its procedures, which…

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SEX AND COFFEE TALK

Ashley talks to Leah Heming from Heming Sexual Wellness  about how sex counseling helps people discover and understand the root cause of sexual dissatisfaction, and enhance their knowledge of sexual health. Ashley and Brittany then talk about the Great Facebook Crash of 2024 and rising water bills.  

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TASTE OF THE TOWN – THE SCOREBOARD

The Scoreboard is known for the great cheeseburger, but what else is there besides cold beer? Chicken wings, fish and Philly Steaks are some other options Brittany Boll shows you. And coming up on St. Patrick’s Day…Jimmie Patterson’s famous biscuits and gravy. Ok, it’s not famous, but it’s something you can try when you kick…

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BK’S PLACE

MRN”s Brittany Boll and Randy Phillips take you to Monroe City, Mo., where you will find some amazing fried chicken and other great food in Taste of the Town. How good is the fried chicken? Well, there is a fella who lives near Camp Point, Ill. who drives all the way to Monroe City to…

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ERIN DUSCH

Ashley complains about how the MRN camera angles accent her assets while enjoying one of several National Margarita Days with Bobby and Brittany. Then QPD’s Erin Dusch talks about like as an officer at Quincy High School and how she went from being “The Terror of Oak Street” to a life of service.

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TASTE OF THE TOWN: TOWER PIZZA AND MEXICAN

Brittany Boll and Randy Phillips are out and about to give you tips on good eats around the region with our new “Taste of the Town” segment. The first stop is in Quincy at Tower Pizza and Mexican. Of course, the visit ends with Margaritas! SeeQuincy brings you “Taste of the Town”.

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Sarah Quinn Deien

Randy Phillips joins Bobby and Brittany to talk about the good old days at KHQA when Randy, Bobby, Brittany’s mom and Sarah Deien all worked there. Randy also gets you ready for the next Muddy River Gems, which will debut Feb. 5.

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Ashley’s hair, Brittany’s car and the Head Cowboy in Charge

Ashley Conrad and Brittany Boll briefly visit with Muddy River News Editor David Adam to talk about Ashley’s trip to the salon, Brittany’s car problems and the news about the Range at KC project. Ashley and Brittany then meet with Terry Good, a Professional Bull Riders photographer and a retired sergeant with the Drug Enforcement…

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LOGAN KAMMERER

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany give thanks to QPD and their efforts in Thursday’s shooting. Prayers and best wishes for the officers involved and the department as a whole. Brittany then makes fun of Bobby’s driving and then we get to listen to the talented Logan Kammerer play his guitar. Ashley and Logan are cousins. She’s…

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Adam Yates

We convince Quincy Police Chief Adam Yates to lose the uniform for a day, but his cocktail was Diet Pepsi. Ashley and Brittany made up for his drinking (Okay, Bob was in on that too). Adam talks about some non-police issues and some on the job stuff as he wraps up a year as chief.…

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Chris Pratt

Adams County Assistant Public Defender Chris Pratt talks about “switching teams” as he prepares to run for state’s attorney in Hancock County. He also discusses going back to school a little later in life, working at the late, great Elder’s Restaurant and sharing his name with a famous actor.

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Wreaths Across America and Coffee Talk

Brittany fills in for our ailing Ashley who is suffering from Post-Cruise Disorder and she and Bob talk about great local gifts to give. Then, Kodi Duke tells us about the wonderful Wreaths Across America program, that will take place Saturday at Quincy Memorial Cemetery.

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QU’s Handshake program and some Twain Talk

DAILY MUDDY: QU's Handshake program and some Twain Talk

Brittany likes naming things, so she has designated Megan Duncan’s visits from Hannibal as “Twain Talk”. Supercute. Kristen Liesen from Quincy University also stops by talk about the Handshake program to help students with career management and job placement.

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Andy Douglas

Three Blue Devils get together to talk hoops…well, sort of. QHS basketball coach Andy Douglas gives Ashley and Brittany a glimpse of what Blue Devil Basketball means. Before that, Bobby talks to the ladies about his vacay.

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Nora Baldner

Ashley, Bobby and Brittany talk about how local news has changed over the last 30 years. Nora Baldner, QU communications professor, joins the ladies to discuss those changes from her experience as a teacher and journalist.

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Val’s Pals and Coffee Talk

DAILY MUDDY: Val's Pals and Coffee Talk

Madonna Watters talks with Brittany about her Val’s Pals program that honors one of her sisters who died of cancer. Then, Brittany and Bob talk about the slippery slope of selling off parks.

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K-9 Kelby and Roy

Bobby, Ashley and Brittany talk about some of the strange local news happenings that took place this week and Kelby Rescinito of the Quincy Police Department brings K-9 officer Roy by and the ladies talk about the life of a K-9 Unit.

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Homeward Bound Waggin and Coffee Talk

DAILY MUDDY: Homeward Bound Waggin and Coffee Talk

Ronna Robertson lets us know what it takes to run a pet rescue as she talks to Ashley Conrad about Homeward Bound Waggin. Then Brittany Boll stops by for Coffee Talk about how moms dress and the top three things in the news this week.

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Bill Terlisner

David, Ashley and Brittany talk about the Quincy as a sanctuary city then former QU football coach and current bar owner/slash insurance guy Bill Terlisner joins the Club to talk about gaming, coaching and one of his former players, Tim Bliefnick.

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Kyle Moore’s pre-announcement interview

As we recorded Club Muddy on Thursday evening, Kyle Moore was on the cusp of making a major announcement. The Dodgers fan artfully dodged, but then made it official Friday morning. Brittany, Bobby and Ashley talked about the riverfront saga before we grilled Kyle about running for office and his encounter with President Trump when…

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JWCC Wine Pull and concert ticket giveaway winner

DAILY MUDDY: JWCC Wine Pull and concert ticket giveaway winner

Barb Holthaus of the John Wood Foundation tells us about the JWCC Wine Pull fundraiser, which is Thursday, Sept. 21 and tickets are still available. Brittany and Ashley also get together for their first Coffee Talk together for a month to give away tickets to Flo Rida and Ludacris in Normal. Congrats to Lacey Ross…

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Ray Ray and Stevie Dirt

Ray Weast talks golf and tequila with Brittany and Bobby. Steve Eighinger also stops by for his first ever Club Muddy experience. And as we work on our studio conversion, please excuse the hollow audio. We’ll have it fixed for next week.

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