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Penny For Your Thoughts

NewsTalk 1400 & 93.9-FM
Krannert Center For the Performing Arts
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Champaign Public Library
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Lincoln Academy Of Illinois
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A long-standing radio program unlike any other. Brian Barnhart hosts a two-hour program that gives the community a place to discuss about almost anything. Brian welcomes listener calls, texts and emails, often about current events, politics, culture or sports. He also chats with notable community members and journalists.

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Latest Episodes

Brian Barnhart with a Penny open line and a visit with Maestro Ian Hobson, to promote Sinfonia da Camera for an all-Rachmaninoff evening featuring two emotionally charged masterworks, both famously known as "Rach 3" coming Saturday, February 28, 2026... more

Brian Barnhart hosts Penny. Tony Bruno, president of Champaign Unit 4 Schools, and Dr. Geovanny Ponce, the incoming superintendent of schools, join Brian in the first hour. The Hickory Point Bank impact segment includes Steve Tock and Charlie Osbourn... more

Brian Barnhart hosts a Penny open line.

Brian Barnhart and Loren Tate host Monday Morning Quarterbacks after the Illini basketball tour of Los Angeles.

Brian Barnhart hosts Penny with Champaign Mayor, Deb Frank-Feinen

Scott Beatty visits with Grammy and JUNO award winner Natalie MacMaster. She and her husband, Donnell Leahy, will bring a team of some of the world's top Celtic musicians to the Krannert Center for energetic and joyous performance on Mar. 3.

Brian Barnhart hosts Penny. Former Governor Pat Quinn discusses his income tax-property tax proposal. Scott Beatty visits with Grammy and Canadian JUNO award winner Natalie MacMaster. She and her husband will bring some of the world's top Celtic musi... more

Brian Barnhart hosts Penny. Today, Ray Elliott announces a remembrance and flag dedication ceremony that will be held from 4–6 pm. Feb. 21 at Urbana VFW Post 630 for Urbana High School graduate and Marine Cpl. Richard L. “Dick” Pittman. Scott Richey ... more

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Recent Guests

Deb Feinen
Mayor of Champaign
City of Champaign
Episode: Penny for Your Thougths | 2-20-26
Joe Tanner
Astronaut and Danville native, University of Illinois graduate
NASA
Episode: Penny for Your Thoughts | 2-18-26
Adam Sherwinski
Meteorologist at WCIA Channel 3
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Episode: Penny for Your Thoughts 2-13-26
Paul Rudy
Host of The Money segment
Episode: Penny for Your Thoughts 2-10-26
Hub Burnett
Pastor and community figure
Episode: Penny for Your Thoughts 2-10-26
Jason Benetti
Fox Sports commentator
Fox Sports
Episode: Penny for Your Thoughts 2-9-26
Maria Vasques
President of the Republican Women of Champaign County
Republican Women of Champaign County
Episode: Penny for Your Thoughts 2-5-26
Mike Raycraft
Clinical Associate Professor involved with Illinois Sports Tours
University of Illinois
Episode: Penny for Your Thoughts 2-4-26
Carly McCrory-McKay
Executive Director of the Champaign County Economic Development Corporation and Chair of the Willard Airport Advisory Board
Champaign County Economic Development Corporation
Episode: Penny for Your Thoughts 1-29-26

Host

Brian Barnhart
Host of a lively talk show that engages the community on various topics including current events, local news, and sports, while often inviting listener participation.

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Penny for Your Thougths | 2-20-26
Q: What winter shelter plans do we have for homeless individuals in Champaign?
Urbana Township opened a pop-up shelter for the winter and together with Champaign, they are housing about 170 people.
Penny for Your Thougths | 2-20-26
Q: What are the current developments in Champaign regarding the market area?
There is ongoing work with developers, and the city created a TIF district to spur development in the area.
Club Krannert Center | Natalie MacMaster | 2-19-26
Q: What would be important for people listening to Celtic music for the first time?
Celtic music is authentic and ancient, rooted in history, and should be appreciated for its long-standing cultural significance.
Penny for Your Thoughts | 2-18-26
Q: Will private enterprises take over space exploration?
Yes, private companies are definitely playing a significant role, and it's likely to become a joint effort with government agencies.
Penny for Your Thoughts | 2-18-26
Q: How is the food on the shuttle?
The food has improved over the years thanks to dietitian feedback, and while the variety may be limited on the International Space Station, it's carefully balanced for nutrition.

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7. Maria Vasques
8. Mike Raycraft

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