Area Code: Batavia

10/16/2026

Get to know Ward 2’s alderperson, Leah Leman!

She shares her experience being a small business owner who also represents Batavia at the city council.

And for members of the 630, tune in to Richard Clark and lex ranking their favorite Halloween decorations around town, plus Leah’s Batavia favs!

10/07/2026

Is that new slot machine growing or hurting Batavia?

Richard Clark and lex talk about gambling and its effect on small businesses, plus Richard interview’s TAP’s VP of Business Development.

Thanks to Rae of Sunshine Music for sponsoring this week’s episode!

10/06/2026

Happy to be part of the Batavia Chamber of Commerce!

10/06/2026

Another loss for our downtown Batavia business community! We loved talking with Bridget on the podcast back in 2024: https://areacodebatavia.substack.com/p/red-hive-market-a-vision-of-home?r=1iirk&utm_medium=ios

Friends, supporters, and our amazing community -- this is an emotional post!

After seven wonderful years of owning Red Hive Market, Tom and I are closing this chapter of our lives, closing out what has been an incredible journey in an incredible town...we are retiring from retail.

Thank you for your unwavering support and commitment to our little shop and our artisans!

Our dream started with a vision ✨️ for a special community of talented artisans, but it grew into something far more meaningful -- a place where connections were developed, friendships blossomed, and entrepreneurs had a home!

Seven years. Countless memories. Incredible artisans! A shared love for local ❤️

Our last day of business will be December 31st - there's still time to shop with us, stock up on your favorites, and help us make these final months extra special.

With love and heartfelt gratitude,

Bridget and Tom

"Don't get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life." -- Dolly Parton

10/01/2026

On this week’s episode, Richard Clark talks with Megan McDermott of Distraction-Free Batavia to understand what the advocacy group has done and what’s next for them.

Want more content? Join the 630 for $5/month and hear Megan’s Batavia favorites and a definitive ranking of downtown’s strip malls from Richard and Alexa Swidenbank.

09/23/2026

BIG NEWS!

Your favorite Batavia podcast is now weekly. Every other week, Richard Clark and lex talk through what’s new and notable around town.

Thanks to Rae of Sunshine Music for sponsoring this episode!

09/16/2026

Wake up, Batavia, there’s a new episode!

The founders of ArtBar Batavia talk with Richard Clark about making space for creatives and self-expression.

Tune in through the link in comments.

Thanks to 212 Degree Construction and Rae of Sunshine Music for sponsoring this episode.

09/14/2026

After 20 years of serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and good stuff in between, Daddio’s Diner is closing. 💔

A year ago, Scott Beltran shared what made his business a community fixture with Richard Clark. Tune in through the link in comments.

And make sure to visit them by September 23rd for one last cup of coffee.

09/09/2026

09/03/2026

Missed our live show last week?

Don’t fret, we’ve dropped it in the feed! Catch up our conversation with Marcus Jansen, Abby Ernzen Beck, 212 Degree Construction, Meadowcrafters from Sturdy Shelter Brewing’s brand new deck.

Check out sponsor Rae of Sunshine Music’s new segment and our exclusive 630 content!