Larry Reidy’s America

Episode 102, Christmas Greetings from Larry Reidy.

Christmas Greetings from Larry Reidy.

Episode 101, My guest is Garret Biss, a retired Marine Corps pilot and addiction recovery coach.

Garret Biss was an incredible guest who works with veterans and is outstanding. Veterans, active service members, and all civilians should listen to the problems of some veterans transitioning to civilian life.

Episode WB 72, This is our final frozen pizza tasting and Whiskey and Beer podcast\.

This is our final frozen pizza tasting and Whiskey and Beer Podcast. Steve, Mike, Greg, and I are off for the rest of the summer. I hope to think of another podcast that we will get back together. There is only so much whiskey and beer to taste, so hopefully, we can develop an exciting podcast.

Episode 99, David Voss is my guest.

David Voss is a Pharmacist at CVS in Batesville, Indiana. Pharmacists are among the most important people in all communities. This podcast is one that everyone should listen to.

Episode 100, Podcast News, good and bad!

 Podcast News, good and bad!

Episode 98, My guests are Tim Volz and Mike Spreckelson.

Tim Volz is president of Matthew 19:26, a fantastic non-profit, and Mike Spreckelson was one of my co-hosts on our whiskey and beer-tasting podcasts. I think everyone will enjoy this podcast.

Episode 97, Walt Enneking, Greg Niese, Chaz Kaiser, and Me, Veterans from four different decades discussing life'

Episode 97, Walt Enneking, Greg Niese, Chaz Kaiser, and Me, Veterans from four different decades, discussing life.

Episode 96, My guest is Alison Hountz who was terrific to interview, and has some excellent products for sale.

Allison Hountz was an excellent guest; she has some superb healing products for sale. I am fortunate to have so many incredible guests on my podcast.

Episode 94, Teddy Reidy returns for a second podcast.Teddy is a reporter at WLBT3 in Jackson, Mississippi.

Teddy Reidy returns for a second podcast. Teddy is a reporter for WLBT3 in Jackson, Mississippi. Teddy's first podcast was published on July 10th, 2023, before starting his senior year at Mississippi State University.

Episode 95, I was a guest on the Ben Maynard Program in California for his Veterans day podcast.

It was an honor to be a guest on Ben Maynard's podcast. We did a dual podcast that was a little long, but it's a good listen.

Episode F 26, A review of Cheddars Restaurant In Cincinnati, Ohio and an incredible Server.

  A review of Cheddars Restaurant in Cincinnati, Ohio, and an incredible server.

Episode 63, Five Weberdings are my guests. The Weberding Carving Shop is a Treasure of Batesville.

The Weberding Carving Shop is another treasure of Batesville and several other cities and states—an iconic family business of craftsmen for 81 years. I hope everyone enjoys this podcast as much as I did by interviewing five Weberding family members.

Episode 93, Michael Yakley, Chaz Kaiser's buddy, was a great guest.

Michael "Yak" Yakley, a Chaz Kaiser buddy, was an excellent guest. Michael lives outside Portland, Oregon, and has visited Batesville several times.

Episode 92, The Concert at the Gibson Theater.

Saturday, October 12, 2024 Nancy and I attended the concert at the Gibson Theater. We enjoyed the incredible talents of Craig Quick, Brooks Werner, and Marisa Fullenkamp.

Episode 23-Three generations of Registered Nurses- Nancy, Jill, and Meg Reidy

Nancy is my lovely wife of sixty years, Jill is our daughter-in-law, and Meg is Jill's daughter and one of our eighteen grandchildren. I hope everyone enjoys listening to this podcast as much as I enjoyed recording it.

Episode 91, Kyle Laker and Dan Borns are teachers at Batesville High School.

Kyle Laker and Dan Borns are teachers at Batesville High School and were excellent guests. Batesville and Oldenburg have incredible schools and personnel.

Episode 90, Robby Slaughter is running for Congress as an Independent.

If we had more independents in Congress, the current climate in D.C. would change. Robby Slaughter is a great candidate, and I hope he wins. He answered every topic that concerns most citizens of our great Republic. His knowledge and forthright answers were incredible.

Episode F 25, A short review on Nick and Tom's Restaurant in Bridgetown, Ohio.

This is a short review of Nick and Tom's trendy Restaurant in Bridgetown, Ohio.

Episode 58. the guests are Doctors John and Richard Gryspeerdt.

The father and son doctors Gryspeerdt are very informative, entertaining, great doctors, exceptional and personable people. They also have very interesting hobbies! Batesville and surrounding communities are fortunate to have a great regional hospital, excellent doctors, nurses, medical technicians, support staff, and exceptional management.

Episode F 24, A short review of the Cabana Restaurant in Cincinnati, Ohio.

The Cabana Restaurant is located on the Ohio River. Does the food, service, and comfort live up to the ambiance? HMMMMMM!

Episode 89, Final Arrangements! A topic we should take action on for an easy transition for survivors.

This Sunday’s podcast topic is Nancy and Me preparing for our next great adventure: DEATH. The final arrangements should have been made thirty-forty years ago. Thanks to Ron Weigel, our children will have a more manageable adjustment period when the Grim Reaper knocks on our door. 

Episode V 8, Seth Shields, A retired Air Force veteran with an incredible career was my guest.

Seth Shields had an incredible and rewarding career in the Air Force. I hope Males and Females of all ages listen to the mesmerizing interview with Seth and his return to civilian life in Batesville. Seth is another great Batesville, Oldenburg community citizen, and the REAL DEAL.

Episode 89, Bryce Mullins, a brilliant guitarist and teacher is my guest.

 Bryce Mullins, Guitarist extraordinaire, will be my guest on Larry Reidy's America podcast, available on larryreidy.net and all popular podcast sites. Bryce teaches guitar at Miss Shannon's Music Studio in Batesville, Indiana; he has an excellent Facebook page and website listing future concert locations and dates.

Episode F 23, A short review of Ertel Cellars Winery.

Ertel Cellars Winery is another excellent restaraunt in Batesville, Indiana. It is a beautiful setting with excellent food, service, and a wine bar.

Episode 88, My guest is William L. Peters an aeronautical engineer and author.

Bill Peters was an informative and entertaining guest. His 40-year career with one company as an aeronautical engineer is remarkable, and authoring a book about his father's military experience in World War 2 is outstanding. Bill will have a book signing at Batesville Memorial Public Library on November 11, 2024, at 7:30 P.M. Bill grew up in New Point, Indiana, and we recorded a remote podcast from his home in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Episode F 22, A ten minute review on the Oriental Wok in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky.

The Oriental Wok Is an excellent Chinese restaurant in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky. Is it better than the New China Buffet in Batesville? Hmmmmmmmm!

Episode WBO 5, Kelly Tunny, Business owner of Blissful Healing was my podcast guest.

Kelly Tunny is a registered nurse licensed in alternative medical treatments instead of medications. Kelly was an entertaining and informative guest. I highly recommend listening to this podcast.

Episode F 21, A short review of fast food restaurant Arby's.

Nancy and I ordered Rueben Sandwiches and curly fries from Arby's, and we were disappointed. 

Episode WBO 4, My podcast guest was Carrie Keyes, on the Women Business Owners segment.

Carrie Keyes owns a Boutique in Versailles and Batesville. She is a great entrepreneur and a member of one of the great families of Batesville. I think I know all of her relatives.

Episode WBO 3, Beth Derenski, owner of Odyssey Insurance and Investments is my third guest on the Women Business Owner segment.

Beth Derenski, my third guest on Larry Reidy's America Women Business segment, was informative and entertaining. Beth is the owner of Odyssey Insurance and Investments.

Episode F 20, Batesville Taco Bell review.

I did a brief review of Batesville Taco Bell, and I was pleasantly surprised.

Episode 87, Tim Volz, is an Incredible musician and person.

Tim Volz was an excellent podcast guest. He is in the Southeastern Indiana musician's hall of fame. A real asset to the Batesville/ Oldenburg community.

Episode F 19, A review of the Werk Haus in Western Hills, Cincinnati.

Nancy, me, and a group of Friends had lunch at the Werk Haus restaurant in Cincinnati, Ohio. It's a nice, small restaurant in the Western Hills area of Cincinnati.

Episode YTY 13, Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County on their way home

YTY will arrive in Batesville, Indiana, at about 11:00 p.m. on July 18, 2024, after an incredible trip to Yellowstone National Park.

Episode WB 71, we are tasting another inexpensive frozen pizza.

We are tasting another inexpensive frozen pizza. One more, and we are finished with frozen pizzas.

Episode YTY 12, Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County is on their way home.

YTY is on its way home. While he was driving, I recorded a short podcast with Bill Riley. I will record tomorrow's podcast before they return to Batesville.

Episode YTY 11, Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County adventure continues on day eleven.

YTY's adventure continues on day eleven. I spoke to Bill Riley and Tom Laymond, who are chaperones.

Episode YTY 10, Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County day 10.

YTY's great adventure continues on day 10. 

Episode YTY 9, Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County Day 9.

YTY had another incredible day at the Grand Tetons. I spoke to Bill Riley and Kiya, a student. The 14 students are making lifelong friends and making memories for a lifetime. Larry Reidy's America podcast is available on larryreidy.net and all popular podcast sites.

Episode YTY 8 Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County Day 8.

The students' great adventure with YTY continues, with the highlight of the day being watching the eruption of Old Faithful.

Episode YTY 7, Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County enjoying day seven of their great adventure.

Day seven was another remarkable day for the fourteen students and their chaperones. The reception for the podcast was a little spotty, but it turned out well. Larry Reidy's America is available on larryreidy.net and all popular websites.

Episode YTY 6, Youth To Yellowstone. Day six.

This podcast with Bill Riley is concise because weather conditions at Yellowstone are affecting phone service. On day seven, the conditions at Yellowstone should be perfect for a podcast.

Episode WB 70, We are tasting another inexpensive frozen pizza.

Our whiskey and beer segment of Larry Reidy's America tasting another inexpensive pizza.

Episode YTY 5, The Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County adventure continues.

Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County spent their first complete day at Yellowstone hiking, spending time at the Yellowstone River, and relaxing at their camp at the end of the day. My podcast guests today were Bill, Bonnie, and Jack.

Episode YTY 4, Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County arrives at Yellowstone.

Today was exciting for the students. I recorded this podcast at 10:00 p.m. or 8:00 p.m. in Yellowstone. I spoke to Bill Reilly and two students, Brian and Brady, while they were preparing to eat Gold Star Coney Islands at their camp.

Episode 3 Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County

It was travel day three for the Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County. Bill Reilly and students Arrianna and Maddie commented on another adventurous day.

Episode YTY, Youth to Yellowstone second travel day.

The cell phone service was inadequate for recording a remote podcast on the second travel day of Youth to Yellowstone. I hope their third day of travel will have better conditions for the remote podcast.

Episode 85, Craig Quick is another talented musician from Batesville, Indiana.

Craig Quick is a Purdue University graduate with an exciting career and a talented musician. Craig Quick's Music Facebook page has a list of his future venues. Craig, Marisa Fullenkamp, and Brooks Werner will perform at the Gibson Theater in Batesville, Indiana, on Saturday, October 12, 2024. The concert is free, and there will be beer and wine available for purchase for adults.

Episode YTY 1, Youth To Yellowstone of Ripley County will be podcasted daily from July 6 through the 18th.

Fourteen Students and eight volunteer chaperones start their incredible adventure on July 6 and will finish their trip on July 18. This is an adventure of a lifetime for some of the students. I will post a daily podcast speaking to students and chaperones.

Episode F18, A brief review of Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County, and a new future segment of my podcast.

This episode briefly reviews Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County and introduces a new future segment of Larry Reidy's America Podcast.

Episode F 18, Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County and a future segment of my podcast.

A Brief Explanation of Youth to Yellowstone of Ripley County, and a future segment of my podcast reviewing 45 presidents' administrations.

Episode WB 69, Tasting frozen pizza and drinking good beer and whiskey

We enjoyed a decent, inexpensive frozen pizza with good beer and sipped an incredible Bourbon. We recorded four podcasts, and I will let everyone know the future of this podcast on my Facebook page.

Episode WBO 2, Lisa Hutson is the owner and CEO of Cosawove in Batesville, Indiana..

Lisa Hutson will be changing Downtown Batesville into an incredible workplace, living area, entertainment center, and, in my opinion, a destination place. Listen to this podcast if you are interested in this exciting future of our community.

Episode F 17, A short review of Market Street Grille in Harrison, Ohio

The Market Street Grille is a historical landmark and an excellent restaurant. The food, service, atmosphere, and pricing are fantastic.

Episode WB 68, We enjoyed another incredible Detroit-style frozen pizza.

The Detroit-style frozen pizza we had is among the top three pizzas we have tasted. We enjoyed a Quaff On Hoosier Red beer, an excellent match for the pizza.

Episode WBO 1, Women Business Owners first episode guest is Tami Lamping, owner of Guys and Gals Soon.

My first episode of Women Business Owners Features Tami Lamping, owner of Guys and Gals Quarters Salon and Day Spa in Batesville, Indiana.

Episode F 16, A short review on the Brau Haus in Oldenburg, Indiana.

The Brau Haus is another treasure of the Batesville/ Oldenburg Community—excellent food, service, and atmosphere. 

Episode WB 67, A Detroit style frozen pizza was very good.

We tried a Detroit-style frozen pizza and were pleasantly surprised. We had Carlsbad beer, which was an excellent match for the pizza.

Episode 84, Doug Obermeyer, the founder, director, and CEO of Batesville Chiropractic and Rehab, is my guest on Larry Reidy's America Podcast.

 Doug Obermeyer, the founder, director, and CEO of Batesville Chiropractic and Rehab, is my guest on Larry Reidy's America Podcast. Doug has a fascinating hobby.

Episode F 15, A Short podcast Review of The Park Pour Restaurant in Blue Ash, Ohio.

The Park Pour Restaurant in Blue Ash, Ohio, offers an international menu. The food was good, but it's not a destination restaurant, in my opinion. I enjoyed the outside seating, but I would never have thought of eating there if we had gone to Cincinnati for dinner.

Episode WB 66, Excellent beer and either a tie or slightly better than are favorite frozen pizza.

Wow! It's another incredible frozen pizza. This pizza is delicious and my favorite so far. We enjoyed a Quaff On beer with our pizza.

Episode 83, Lary Reidy's America podcasts; past, present, and future.

Larry Reidy's America podcast is about the past, present, and future; some changes will happen shortly. I plan on continuing the podcast as long as I am physically and mentally able.

Episode F 14, A 12 minute review of Aston Oaks restaurant!

Aston Oaks restaurant is in North Bend, Ohio, 45 minutes from my front door. We have our monthly Elder High School class of 1957 there, and the food is excellent. 

Episode Wb 65, Good beer, whiskey, and the best frozen pizza that we have tasted.

Steve, Mike, Greg, and I unanimously voted this frozen pizza as the best we have tasted so far and as better than several pizza restaurants.

Episode V 5,This is my fith podcast of A Veteran’s Audio Journal with Vietnam Veteran Fred Hellman.

Fred Hellman was severely wounded in action in Vietnam and has written and published his memoirs. The book is" Never Give Up". WAR IS HELL, and Fred's podcast is riveting. Please share this emotional podcast. Fred has thirty-six pieces of shrapnel in his body that cannot be removed.
 
 

Episode F 13, Hard Truth Restaurant Review

We had an early dinner at Hard Truth Restaurant after we recorded a podcast: wonderful Atmosphere, Great Food, and Excellent Service.

Episode WB 63, We had another very good to excellent frozen pizza.

Greg Niese returns as a guest and we were all on the same page tasting and rating this terrific frozen pizza.

Episode WB 64, This well k.nown frozen pizza that we tasted and rated was a big disapointment.2

Our eighth, well known  frozen pizza that we tasted and rated was a big disapointment, but the beer and conversation with Steve, Mike, Greg, and our guest Greg Niese was fun.

Episode 81, My guest is Tim O'Bryan, co-owner of Hard Truth Distillery and Quaff On Brewery.

Tim was an excellent guest, but during our podcast, music from the restaurant started playing through the speakers in the tasting room. It is illegal to podcast any music that I do not own. Walt Enneking tried to edit the music from the podcast, but we had to erase it for a few minutes. I shut down the podcast because of the music, so part B is about 25 minutes long. I am sorry for the inconvenience.

Episode 81 B, Tim O'Bryan from Hard Truth Distillery and Quaff On Brewery

This is the second part of Tim's Interview. I shut down the first episode because of music being recorded on the podcast.

Episode F 12, A short review of The Greyhound Tavern in Fort Mitchel, Kentucky.

The Greyhound Tavern is a one-hundred-three-year-old restaurant with excellent food. The house favorites are reasonably priced, and the atmosphere and service are good. They have an incredible chicken liver dish.

Episode WB 62, Wow, another very good frozen pizza!

Greg Niese returns as a guest, and we tasted a very good frozen pizza that none of us heard of. Another whiskey and beer podcast lasting under 35 minutes.

Episode 80, Brooks Werner, a Purdue student, musician, and an extraordinary young man.

Brooks Werner is a Purdue student, musician, and extraordinary young man. I enjoyed having him on my podcast. He is another incredible young person from the Batesville and Oldenburg communities.

Episode F 11, Shift restaurant at Hillcrest Country Club review.

Shift Restaurant at Hillcrest Country Club In Batesville, Indiana, is excellent. I recorded a ten-minute review. It is a great addition to the terrific restaurants in the Batesville-Oldenburg Community.

Episode WB 61, Our fifth frozen pizza tasting and rating, and a surprise whiskey.

The frozen pizza we tasted was spectacular compared to the previous four we rated. We enjoyed a beer and a great, inexpensive, high-proof whiskey that shocked everyone. Greg Niese joined the four of us on this and the next three episodes.

Episode 79, Steve Ollier former teacher and coach at Batesville High School, co-host on Whiskey & beer podcast.

Steve Ollier is my guest and a former teacher and coach at Batesville High School, co-host on my whiskey and beer podcast, and assistant manager at Batesville Liquor Company.

Episode F 10, A ten-minute review of Valle Escondido Mexican Restaurant in Harrison, Ohio.

Valle Escondido Mexican Restaurant is an Upscale Restaurant with average prices and excellent food in Harrison, Ohio.

Episode WB 60,This is our fourth tasting of frozen pizzas.

This is our fourth tasting of frozen pizzas. The one we tasted is the most expensive one we have tasted on our podcast so far. We were not impressed.

Episode 78, My guest is Adam Israel, Chef Extordinaire, who changed his career path.

Adam Israel was an outstanding guest. Adam is an incredible chef who, after ten years, changed his career path to help people. 

Episode F 9, Two short food reviews, Toro's And PF Changs.

I reviewed Toro's Mexican Restaurant, TO GO Delivers, and PF Changs. It is a short ten-minute podcast that I hope is informative.

Episode Wb 59, This is our third frozen pizza podcast.

This is another frozen pizza podcast! We tasted a slightly pricy frozen pizza, and the results were very interesting.

Episode 77, Joe Livers had an outstanding career in law enforcement, and had a terrible experience while on duty.

Joe Livers was an excellent guest on my podcast. He had an outstanding career in law enforcement and was wounded in the line of duty. His injury had a horrible convalescent period. 

Episode F 8, A short food review of Cousins Maine LobsterFood Truck.

Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck is quite an experience, and is in Harrison , Ohio  two or more times per year.

Episode WB 58 is our second frozen pizza tasting podcast.

This is our second podcasting episode of frozen pizza tasting. This tasting was an eye-opener for us. Everyone has a different palate, but our group is pretty much on the same page.

Episode 76, Curtis Gillman co-owner of Gillman's Home Centers.

Curtis Gillman was an excellent, informative, and entertaining guest. Curtis is a people person, and his staff is exceptional at all sixteen Gillman's Home Centers.

Episode F 7, Food review on Barleycorns Restaurant in Cold Springs, Kentucky.

Nancy and I joined some of her Cousins at Barleycorns Restaurant in Cold Springs, Kentucky. The food was good, but not great. 

Episode WB 57, We are still tasting beer and whiskey, but the next several episodes we will taste & rate frozen pizzas.

This is our first episode tasting frozen pizzas. I will try to keep all beer and whiskey  podcasts in the future at thirty-five minutes or less. We will probably have the next fifteen to twenty episodes tasting pizzas. I hope you enjoy the future podcasts, I think they are informative and entertaining.

Episode 75 Mike Spreckelson is my guest. Mike is a farmer, craftsman, and one of my co-hosts.

Mike is a farmer and craftsman and one of my co-hosts on Larry Reidy's America Whiskey and Beer podcast. 

Episode F 6, Food review at Price Hill Chili in Cincinnati, Ohio.

On March 20, 2024, I did a short podcast at Price Hill Chilli in Cincinnati, Ohio. Sam Beltsos started this phenomenal business in 1962, and I have been a customer from 1962 until death do us part.

Episode WB 56, Beer tasting and We talked about Food & Restaurants.

Steve, Mike, Greg, and I tasted some excellent beer and discussed Food and Restaurants.

Episode 74, My guest is Tara Britton, Executive Director of The Southeastern Indiana YMCA

Tara Britton, Executive Director of Southeastern Indiana YMCA, explained all the incredible services and programs available at the Y.

Episode F 5, Food Review of Segoku Hibachi Sushi Batesville.

Segoku offers incredible food at reasonable prices. It has an extensive menu, great service, and friendly staff.

Episode 73, Ted Snedeker finishes his original podcast from October, 2022.

Ted Snedeker finished his original podcast in October 2022. He has had exciting and interesting experiences during his lifetime and is the author of ten published novels.

Episode 7 A, Ted Snedeker was my guest October, 2022. After listening go to Episode 7.

Episode 7 A and & Episode 7 are one podcast. I lost power for a second, and the podcast continuity was perfect. Episode 7 A was about 3 minutes long. Ted had an exciting career and authored and published ten novels. I recorded a new episode to follow 7 A &  7 because we did not finish his excellent podcast in 2022.

Episode 7, with Ted Snedeker. This episode is the continuation of episode 7 A.

The continuation of the 3-minute episode of 7 A.

Episode F 4, I reviewed Big Buls Roadhouse. Excellent food at reasonable prices.

If anyone is in Cincinnati, Ohio, in the Northgate area, a seven-mile drive on Route 27 N. will take them to Big Buls Roadhouse, which offers excellent food at reasonable prices.

Episode WB 55, Whiskey tasting with a twist; Tequila, Single Malt Scotch, Rum, & Japanese Whiskey.

Our whiskey podcast had different spirits; Steve had an excellent Tequila, Mike sipped a Rum, Greg was sipping a Japanese Whiskey, and I enjoyed an incredible Single Malt Scotch.

Episode, 72, Amy Streator, Executive Director of the Ripley County Community Foundation,was my guest.

Amy Streator, Staff, and volunteers are doing outstanding work for Ripley County. I was shocked to find out how much help so many families in our communities need. If you listen to this podcast from Indiana or any other state, you will appreciate the need in your community for monetary and volunteer help.

Episode F 3, Chaz Kaiser and I had lunch at Hot Head Burritos and, much to my surprise, I really liked the food.

Hot Head Burritos fast food Mexican restaurant has been in Batesville for about three years, and I had no intentions of eating there. My buddy Chaz Kaiser set me straight and we recorded a podcast while eating lunch there. The food was delicious.

Episode WB 54, Beer-Tasting with a new format,

We are trying a new format for our beer tasting; let us know if you like it.