Episodes

Jan. 22, 2021

Things Are Buzzing This Weekend

The EP Podcast weekend update is full of updated information on a contested Evergreen Park Mayoral Race, free COVID-19 testing, Youth programs re-opening starting this Monday, and a chance for someone to become the real-life Homer Simpson character "Mr. ...

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Jan. 18, 2021

Big Things Happening In Evergreen Park

A packed episode that is truly "30 Minutes Of Good" brings you Nicki Seidl from the Evergreen Park Library with free online tutoring, career building help and more! You can even have someone read your kid books over the phone! …

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Jan. 15, 2021

Weekend Update 1/15-1/18

A combined EP youth baseball league, local outdoor ice rink times, free COVID-19 testing, your weekend weather and so much more! The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Brought …

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Jan. 11, 2021

What The Vaccine Means To Evergreen Park

The Evergreen Park Post Office is terrible. We're all missing Mardi Gras. It would be nice to go to a movie. EP's Doctor David Beckmann returns with a look at the safety of the vaccines and what you should expect …

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Jan. 4, 2021

Kicking Off 2021

Everything you need to get your week started locally, including the rest of our NYE Celebration! Originally broadcasted LIVE, listen as The EP Podcast celebrates with listeners via our open phone lines and live chat room. Contests, prizes, music and …

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Jan. 1, 2021

Say Goodbye To 2020

Originally broadcasted LIVE on New Years Eve, listen as The EP Podcast puts a bow on a crazy year and celebrates with listeners via the open phone lines and chat room. Contests, prizes, music and fun! It's "30 Minutes Of …

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Dec. 21, 2020

Kelly Burke Wants To Be Mayor

State Representative Kelly Burke has the support of outgoing mayor James Sexton to take over his job. Now she has a long conversation with The EP Podcast. How will she act as a State Representative and a Mayor at the …

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Dec. 19, 2020

Weekend Update 12/18-12/20

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Santa Claus is coming to Evergreen Park and all are welcome to parade past him and leave letters! John Brand from Open …

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Dec. 18, 2020

Keep An Eye Out For Santa

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Santa Claus is coming to Evergreen Park and all are welcome to parade past him and leave letters! John Brand from Open …

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Dec. 14, 2020

Calling All Mayoral Candidates!

Do YOU want to be MAYOR of EVERGREEN PARK?! Chris Lanuti reveals why The EP Podcast wants to hear from every possible candidate. Amy Kazin from EPCHS stops in with some amazing holiday events for the whole family. Kelly Moroney …

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Dec. 11, 2020

Sexton Leaving The Job Of A Lifetime

After announcing his retirement as Mayor of Evergreen Park on Thursday morning, James Sexton visited with us to explain why this is the time to end his decades-long run. Plus, hear who he thinks should be the next mayor of …

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Dec. 7, 2020

Your Elf Is Scary

Some of you have a new decoration that is scaring people. Meanwhile, we take a trip to Durbins of Evergreen Park to discover some big improvements and great food in our Eating Evergreen Park segment. Glenn Pniewski from the village …

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Dec. 4, 2020

Weekend Update 12/4-12/6

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Plus a performance from the Evergreen Park Candlelight Theater! Get your weekend weather forecast, events, news and more! Lots of info in …

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Nov. 30, 2020

Let The Holiday Madness Begin!

Local priest and current Navy-Marine chaplain Father Paul Guzman stops by to talk about the complicated origins of the Christmas celebration. We meet a neighbor in Fire Chief and Coast Guard member Tom Mullally to get some great stories. Plus, …

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Nov. 27, 2020

Our 2020 Shop Local Guide

In this edition of our Weekend Update, we bring you numerous local deals in and around Evergreen Park. The Holiday Shopping Season has begun, and we'll tell you where to get the best deals in your area! Plus, get your …

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Nov. 23, 2020

Planning Thanksgiving With Mayor Sexton

Evergreen Park Mayor James Sexton talks about his family's Thanksgiving plans. We also get his thoughts on a variety of subjects. John Dahlke checks back in after a big weekend of collecting donations for the Evergreen Park Food Pantry. Chris …

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Nov. 20, 2020

A Weekend To Help Your Neighbors

In this edition of our Weekend Update, we visit with John Dahlke of The Evergreen Park Food Pantry. He gives details about collections going on this weekend all around the village and how you can contribute. Plus, he talks about …

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Nov. 16, 2020

An Evergreen Park Wellness Check

This week we bring in Evergreen Park's own Doctor David Beckmann to sort out fact from fear as new COVID-19 concerns rise. Local businessman Reid Nuttall is also bringing a pain and anxiety remedy international, and reveals how EP residents …

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Nov. 13, 2020

Weekend Update 11/13-11/15

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Our guest Dr David Beckmann weighs in on the safest way to "quick quarantine" before visiting family and gives his thoughts on …

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Nov. 9, 2020

Thank A Veteran With Porter Punch

Evergreen Park's own Porter Cullens has a drink called Porter Punch. EPCC President Laura Freeman is a fan. Evergreen Park author Eric Herrera is an Army veteran with Veterans Day this week. They are all on this fun 30-minute episode …

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Nov. 6, 2020

Weekend Update 11/6-11/8

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Get your weekend weather forecast, events, news and more! Lots of info in a quick podcast! Brought to you by The First …

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Nov. 2, 2020

Your Break From A Crazy Week

It's Election Week and you desperately need "30 Minutes Of Good" to take your mind off of everything around you. We have fun post-Halloween weekend stories, our costume contest winner, kids making funny observations about classic movies, and details on …

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Oct. 30, 2020

It's Halloween In Evergreen!

The Weekend Update brings the Halloween funnies in this episode! Gather round and prepare yourself for Halloween in Evergreen Park...if you dare. The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. …

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Oct. 26, 2020

Video Gaming & Halloween Comes To The EP

Village Trustee Mark Marzullo stops by for a chat and reveals that increased video gaming at local establishments will likely be used to keep them afloat. He also explains that any COVID-19 restrictions issued by the State of Illinois may …

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