Episode 034: Contemplation, Controversy & Conversation: An Interview with the Outgoing Mayor of Muncie, IN: Dennis Tyler (D)!

August 27th, 2019  |  51 mins 29 secs

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Kristopher H. Bilbrey welcomes Special Guest: Muncie, IN Mayor Dennis Tyler to discuss the Mayor's time in Office, where he started... and where he is currently! We take a look at what he looks at as his "legacy" and we talk about his troubles with the City Council, who, during his first term as Mayor was right along for the ride... but not anymore! We talk about Muncie City Fire Based BLS (EMS) and he lays out his reasons for wanting it. I also ask Mayor Tyler about the FBI Investigation... listen for more!

Link to the City of Muncie's Finance Committee Meeting held in June 2019 discussing the Fire Based EMS:
https://www.facebook.com/norapowellcitycouncilatlarge/videos/443346529578681/

Mayor Dennis Tyler can be contacted the following ways:

In person at City Hall on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 4p-6p (or by appointment).
Muncie City Hall
300 North High St. (3rd Floor)
Muncie, IN 47305
By phone at 765.747.4845
Or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Mayor-Dennis-Tyler-176627969036438/

Perception IS Reality w/Kristopher H. Bilbrey 08.27.19
(Produced by: The Vulgar Poets)

Episode 033: comm-YOU?-nity

August 25th, 2019  |  46 mins 5 secs

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Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses "community" and the importance of putting YOU (U) back in UNITY and the UNITY back in COMMUNITY! He then talks about candidates & politicians needing to put the community ABOVE themselves and above the party... all for the betterment of the COMMUNITY!

We also start the BIG COUNT DOWN TO: "Bilbrey Ending on the 1st" (WHATEVER THAT MEANS... don't worry the show isn't going anywhere)...

Perception IS Reality w/Kristopher H. Bilbrey 08.25.19
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Episode 032: POWER!

August 22nd, 2019  |  46 mins 5 secs

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Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses POWER... and you're asked to take part! Listen to the episode & then give Bilbrey a call or text and tell him if you agree or disagree!

Perception Phone Line : 765.546.9796

Perception IS Reality w/Kristopher H. Bilbrey 08.22.19
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Episode 031: What's ALL the Hype About?

August 18th, 2019  |  46 mins 5 secs

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Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses HYPE and asks what's it all about? Because there seems to be a disconnect between what people are SAYING vs what people are DOING! And when it comes to being engaged and involved within local government and the political arena... the hype doesn't cut it, rather it is ACTION that is needed!

Perception IS Reality w/Kristopher H. Bilbrey 08.18.19
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Episode 030: Does THAT Ring a Bell

August 13th, 2019  |  46 mins 5 secs

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For the "Dirty-Thirty" episode... Kristopher H. Bilbrey has a bit of a rant about the commitment it takes to be active and engaged! Also, wanna hear a joke? What is the difference between a follower and a citizen??? Listen to the episode to find out!

You can view a dumpster fire here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2299570330284259/?epa=SEARCH_BOX

Perception IS Reality w/Kristopher H. Bilbrey 08.13.19
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Episode 029: Parliamentary! My Dear Marshall...

August 10th, 2019  |  1 hr 10 mins

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Kristopher H. Bilbrey welcomes Special Guest: Ryan E. Reese to discuss "parliamentary procedures" during local town/city/county government meetings! We discuss the issues that were cause for concern at the Muncie City Council meeting on 08.05.19 (there were plenty of issues)! Tune in to catch this VERY important and informative episode!

Ryan E. Reese can be reached at [email protected]
Robert's Rules (Cheat Sheet): http://diphi.web.unc.edu/files/2012/02/MSG-ROBERTS_RULES_CHEAT_SHEET.pdf
The City of Muncie's Facebook page with Ryan's comment in the "Public Comments" section: https://www.facebook.com/City-of-Muncie-159050304195181/

For further examples of "parliamentary procedure" issues at the Muncie, Indiana City Council Meeting 08.05.19:
(Part 1) https://www.facebook.com/159050304195181/videos/509778636457568/
(Part 2) https://www.facebook.com/159050304195181/videos/726542307807170
(Another version of Part 2) https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10212246822360358&id=1671822484
(Part 3) https://www.facebook.com/159050304195181/videos/483981575505087/

Perception IS Reality w/Kristopher H. Bilbrey 08.10.19
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Episode 027: Refresher Course

August 4th, 2019  |  53 mins 7 secs

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Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses what the point of the show and "all this" is about... seeing that the listenership is increasing at a rapid pace it felt like a good time to give a recap on what we do here at 'Perception IS Reality'! A portion of the episode is dedicated to the victims of the deadly shootings in El Paso, TX & Dayton, OH and a prayer is offered! We wrap up by covering what is coming up in meetings around the area!

Perception IS Reality w/Kristopher H. Bilbrey 08.04.19
(Produced by: The Vulgar Poets)

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Preformed by: Johnny Rivers
Music & Lyrics by: P.F. Sloan & Steve Barri

Episode 023: Let's Talk About Stress, Baby!

July 21st, 2019  |  48 mins 14 secs

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Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses stress on elected officials that run for office on the local level! We talk about what might cause it and how good candidates and officials can deal with it! We also talk about some Old Business from Winchester & Gaston and some New Business from Anderson, Fairmount & Muncie (all of these are cities in Indiana... and the goings on are used as examples to show why citizens should be involved and vigilant)!

Perception IS Reality w/Kristopher H. Bilbrey 07.21.19
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Episode 022: What A Day! What It Means?

July 16th, 2019  |  56 mins 29 secs

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Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the events of the the 24 hour-ish period from Monday, July 15th through Tuesday, July 16th, 2019... as it pertains to LOCAL Government in Muncie & Winchester, IN... (Opps... Kris forgot to mention Gaston, IN like he said he would in the beginning of the episode, he'll make that up)! Give the episode a listen... Kris talks FBI raids and Airport Board Firings!

Perception IS Reality w/Kristopher H. Bilbrey 07.16.19
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Episode 019: Don't be Deterred

July 6th, 2019  |  51 mins 2 secs

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Kristopher H. Bilbrey discusses the importance of keeping your head up during campaigns or taking on your local government! And we talk about why it is important to have people you can count on when we are working to Better Government Through Citizen Involvement!

This episode is sponsored by: My Urban Invites (Wedding & Event Branding Specialist)
Find them on the web at: www.myurbaninvites.com

Podcast Cross Posts:

'Craft Cryptids' (Time Stamp of mention: 4:08)
Co-Hosted by: Jacob & Jonathan Vivet
"Two brothers talk craft beer, conspiracies, cryptids, and everything else in between!"
'Craft Cryptids' can be heard on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts & Spotify

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'If You've Been Affected...' (Time Stamp of mention: 5:09)
Hosted by: Jack Rivermann (and an assorted group of Co-Hosts from all over the globe, but mostly from England)
"A Podcast that discusses Politics, News & Culture in England and all across the globe!"
'If You've Been Affected...' can be heard on Soundcloud

Perception IS Reality w/Kristopher H. Bilbrey 07.06.19
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