About this podcast
Inde Talks is a local podcast for community conversations in Independence, MO. You may remember two of us from our previous podcast. On, "We Have Issues". Laurie Dean Wiley and Dan Hobart shared their love for Independence for almost 200 episodes, discussing Independence politics and now we are back for more with the addition of co-host, Jeff Fox.
Grab your coffee and hang with us as we discuss a wide variety of topics with our goal being to share facts, history, politics, faith, pop culture, and of course, our opinions. We hope that you find our conversations sincere, thoughtful, and humorous. We would appreciate your grace as we become your favorite, local trio. Welcome to Inde Talks.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 34 episodes
- City Manager vs. The Mayor · 58 min · Episode 35In today’s episode, cohosts Laurie Dean Wiley and Dan Hobart respond to a request from a listener regarding our city government. We explain the City of Independence form of…
- Community Conversations featuring Danielle DePree Crawford · 1 h 2 min · Episode 34In this episode, Dan Hobart has a vast and entertaining conversation with Danielle DuPree Crawford. In her role as the Executive Director of the Independence Regional Ennovation…
- Community Conversations featuring Council Member Brice Stewart · 1 h 1 min · Episode 33In this episode, Dan Hobart sits down with CM Brice Stewart for a conversation about our city and the issues we face. CM Stewart represents District 2 and has served the longest…
- The Movies We Love! · 60 min · Episode 32In this episode Jeff, Dan, and Laurie do something a little different….our discussion goes to the movies.
- Community Conversations featuring Lee Williams · 40 min · Episode 31On November 3, citizens have the opportunity to vote for a G.O. Bond to make repairs to five of our historic sites. These include The Vaile, The Bingham-Waggoner Estate, Fire…
- Community Conversations featuring Jessica Fletcher · 60 min · Episode 30In this episode Laurie Dean Wiley sits down with Jessica Fletcher, small business owner and recent honoree as one of the 2026 EJC Women of distinction. Jessica shares her story…
- Reliving History with Mr. Fox - We are in a gas crisis… · 49 min · Episode 29It’s another fascinating episode from our co-host Jeff Fox as Laurie Dean Wiley and Dan Hobart join Mr. Fox for a discussion on gas prices, the government at the time, and the…
- King of our Hill - Part 2 · 1 h 13 min · Episode 28This week’s podcast is presented in two parts. In part one co-hosts Dan Hobart and Jeff Fox allow our listeners to better know Kevin King. In the second part Laurie Dean Wiley…
- King of our Hill - Part 1 · 36 min · Episode 27This week’s podcast is presented in two parts. In part one co-hosts Dan Hobart and Jeff Fox allow our listeners to better know Kevin King. In the second part Laurie Dean Wiley…
- Remembering 9/11 · 57 min · Episode 26in this episode Laurie Dean Wiley, Dan Hobart, and Jeff Fox share their memories of 9/11. The three co-hosts reflect on the sobering attacks that day, our country’s response…
- Part Two of my discussion with City Manager, Troy Anderson · 56 min · Episode 25As promised Part Two of my conversation with City Manager, Troy Anderson. In this episode we discuss the city’s possibilities and some top issues that he has been able to…
- Civility in politics featuring CM Heather Wiley · 40 min · Episode 24Co-hosts Jeff Fox and former CM Dan Hobart lead an important conversation today with CM Heather Wiley on the behavior and the lack of civility she is experiencing in…
- Fireside Chat with CM John Perkins · 58 min · Episode 23Today’s episode is formatted differently than our typical podcast episode. John is not one who enjoys talking about himself, but faced with social media attacks and a recall…
- “I’ll be your huckleberry" - Welcoming our new City Manager , Troy Anderson · 54 min · Episode 22In this episode of Inde Talks, host Laurie Dean Wiley introduces listeners to Troy Anderson, City Manager for the City of Independence. From the very beginning, it’s clear that…
- Reliving Our History with Mr. Fox - Déjà vu · 53 min · Episode 21In this episode, Jeff Fox brings us Examiner news from 1918—headlines that could almost have been written today. History really does repeat itself: war and pestilence, fear and…
- Building up Independence featuring Eileen Weir · 57 min · Episode 20Thrilled to have our former Mayor, visionary, and my friend, Eileen Weir join this episode of Inde Talks. As an Executive with Centric Build, Eileen is a recognized expert in…
- Art, History, and Heart Combined - Bringing the Englewood Theater back to Life featuring Brent Schondelmeyer · 53 min · Episode 19In this episode co-hosts Dan Hobart and Jeff Fox speak with Brent Schondelmeyer. Brent is President of Friends of Englewood Theater . He shares the history and his passion for…
- All about Jeff Fox - He is a fascinating guy · 55 min · Episode 18In this week’s episode Laurie Dean Wiley interviews Jeff Fox, our co-host and incredible resource. You will enjoy learning about and from his passion and intellect for history…
- Community Conversations - featuring Aaron Wilson · 58 min · Episode 17In this episode, Dan Hobart and Jeff Fox have a conversation with Aaron Wilson. To say that Aaron is involved and leading as a community volunteer is an understatement. Listen in!
- Reliving our History with Mr. Fox - The Business Directory · 44 min · Episode 16After a visit to a local bookstore, Jeff Fox delivers trivia, nostalgia, and a highly entertaining discussion about our city’s business landscape of the past. How times have…
