Episodes

On this Weekend Edition of The EP Podcast, we go deep into what it takes to start a local business. After Mayor Kelly Burke recently told us that residents were very interested in seeing a brewery come to Evergreen Park, we have John Brand from Open Outcry candidly breaking down the good and bad of brewing beer for a living. Plus we talk about the new craze that may be following craft breweries...local distilleries. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account t...

The world hasn't been easy on kids over the past few years, and a local Evergreen Park location is looking to help them with yoga and more. You may even like it too! We also learn who a group of local graduates would switch places with if given the chance. There's also local events, offers, news and killer roller coasters. It's all in "30 Minutes of Good!" Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you AND get your FREE EP Podcast Car Magnet ...

As summer officially begins after the Memorial Day Weekend, we have loads of fun activities and offerings from Evergreen Park's Recreation Department, Youth Department and Office of Citizen Services. Glenn Pniewski breaks down everything from camps to performances to adult field trips to concerts in the park. Our friend John Brand also stops into our bar for beers and laughs. Smile. We have your "30 Minutes of Good!" Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account ...

After residents expressed concerns over a new development of townhouses proposed for the southwest quadrant of Evergreen Park, Mayor Kelly Burke answers all of our questions before an upcoming public meeting at EPCHS. We also meet an Evergreen Park couple who started a hot sauce company with peppers grown in various EP backyards. Mayor Burke also has some fun events, programs and a tease for an exciting new business that may be coming soon. Hear it all in "30 Minutes of Good!" Brought to you by...

Frank Murray of the Evergreen Park Public Library visits again, but this time he has plans for EP families to camp out under the stars in 50 Acre Park. Get the details and also hear about new services, wildlife animals and a mini-marathon that the library also has for you! John Brand of Open Outcry Brewing announces a new brewery dog that he didn't get to name. He will tell the story over a new beer just tapped before his rooftop bar opens. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen...

Local author Z Jeffries announces the title of his first book in a science fiction trilogy surrounding the adventures of a 13-yr old Evergreen Park boy. Learn about his books for middle school kids and older that started with the "Hide & Seek Chronicles." Local artist Dan Doyle is creating art lessons with practical applications for kids at the Youth Department. Learn about his next offerings as well as a planned community event in September. We're giving your kids something for the imagination ...

The theme of 2022 may be "The Return" as everything seems to be back. We are joined by one of the new organizers of the returning MHR Trivia Night, which had become an established great time for years. Let's see if we can get some hints to help listeners (and our host) in the contest on May 13th. We also have Girl Scouts cleaning parks, a new village government internship to talk about and an afterhours affair this week. Pour one of the best craft beers you will ever find at Open Outcry with us ...

The Evergreen Park Recreation Department has a few options for Summer Camps, and it sounds like the perfect thing for your kids. We hear all of their upcoming events and plans from Josie Donovan, plus Glenn Pniewski has a few organized day trips that people of all ages can take in the coming months. We also check out EPCHS substitute teacher Jim Pender's incredible collection of White Sox pictures and learn about his labor of love. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Fi...

On this Weekend Edition of The EP Podcast we sit down 1-on-1 with Dr. David Beckmann to talk about weight loss, exercise, red meat, drinking and more. Listen as the local doctor explains simple exercise techniques that work better than long hours atthe gym. Find out just how much alcohol you can drink, and the types of foods that fix nagging medical issues the most. It's the weight-loss episode of The EP Podcast! Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that...

Evergreen Park is now "Tree City USA" and we have one of the folks who worked hard to get that distinction for the village. Gavin Yeaman explains why the village plants so many trees and how the trees along your street are selected. We learn about a few offerings for residents that we didn't know about. Mayor Kelly Burke and EPCC President Sara Klein also take on some local doctors in head-to-head trivia. Plus, local artist Dan McCabe makes us a custom mug to fill with beer at Open Outcry! Brou...

Frank Murray of the Evergreen Park Public Library has all kinds of events coming up including Earth Day activities, an appearance by actor/author Nick Offerman & stuff to keep your teenagers busy. We discover an event with Brookfield Zoo has also demonstrated the need for more monkeys in the library. Learn more and discover all April has to offer this area in "30 Minutes of Good!" Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you AND get your FR...

Local Evergreen Park business owner Reid Nuttall unveils a new Evergreen Park Economic Development Advisory Group looking to bring desired businesses to the area. He talks about a SURVEY you can take right now asking "what would you like in Evergreen Park?" There is also a new, trendy location coming to The EP. Reid tells us all about the new venture he and his wife Bridget are opening up very soon. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for ...

Evergreen Park Chamber of Commerce President Sara Klein returns with upcoming new events like boat parties with fireworks. Find out what Sara and the mayor do when they visit a home and nobody answers the door. John Dahlke of the Evergreen Park Food Pantry tells us that business is picking up, and that means he needs your help. Plus, we learn how to make great social media posts with Open Outcry's John Brand. This whole epiosde has people helping people in one way or another, and it is "30 Minut...

On this Weekend Edition of The EP Podcast, Evergreen Park Mayor Kelly Burke spends time talking about new pilot programs coming to the village to promote traffic safety. Learn about local construction, abandoned properties, the process of planning 4th of July Weekend celebrations and more. We also ask her some questions as our local State Representative and hear her advice to first-time candidates for any office. Learn a little more about Evergreen Park. Brought to you by The First National Ban...

Evergreen Park card sharks will be gathering this weekend for a big Texas Hold'em tournament. We sit down with the organizer and talk cards, strategy and how you may be able to join the game. Pyeisha Allen of the EP Youth Department also chats with us about current events available to area kids, as well as some upcoming activities for Spring Break and summertime. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you AND get your FREE EP Podcast Car ...

On this Weekend Edition of The EP Podcast, we chat with Eileen Durkin about a group of teens at Evergreen Park Community High School who are trying to get aid to Ukraine. Hear all about their efforts and how you can help. Then listen closely as we break down weekend weather and events for another group of EPCHS students trying to help folks here in Evergreen Park. Plus, some bonus audio from the South Side Irish Parade and more! Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find ...

This week we are snacking on unique southern-style cakes from Evergreen Park's newest business, Kesha's Kake Boutique. Learn exactly what a cakery is, and then learn all about the Evergreen Park Baseball Club with Tim Lyons. The EPBC is bigger and better than ever! We'll chat about the rewarding and frustrating parts of coaching youth baseball. We also take a trip to Open Outcry and design a custom mug to be hand-crafted by a local artist. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen ...

The "Fourth Biggest Draw" on The EP Podcast, Frank Murray of the Evergreen Park Public Library, returns to reveal that he is running his own parade directly against this year's South Side Irish Parade. Tune in as Frank also helps us break down every possible thing you can do in Evergreen Park this month. Plus, check out the South Side Irish Parade pre-party with Parade Chairman Don Larisey as South Side Spring hits Evergreen Park. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Fin...

On this Weekend Edition of The EP Podcast, we preview all of the big movies and media hitting theaters and your streaming services with Hollywood Insider Ben Belton. Ben has worked in the entertainment industry for decades. We learn how to tell if a movie is going to be good without seeing it. We find out what is working at theaters, and what kind of movies may not be hitting traditional theaters again for a while. Have some fun and talk movies with us for "30 Minutes of Good!" Brought to you b...

Evergreen Park welcomed home Olympic Silver Medalist Abbey Murphy, and we have the audio from an incredible event that saw 92nd & Ridgeway officially named Abbey Road. Listen in on a great event celebrating her incredible accomplishment. We also try a Rye IPA from Open Outcry and talk about the upcoming South Side Irish Parade with John Brand. And Glenn Pniewski is back with news from several village services for residents of all ages. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park...

On this Weekend Edition of The EP Podcast, we chat Glenn Pniewski about the weekly production of old time radio by the Candlelight Radio Theater. Some talented actors and actresses are providing some "theater of the mind" each week for local residents. We'll talk about this style of radio and listen to a few skits put on in their studios. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you AND get your FREE EP Podcast Car Magnet there today! Get t...

Evergreen Park Village Trustees Mark Marzullo and Norm Anderson return to talk about the sale of a well-known EP building, and why the Public Works Department is able to perform so well when called upon. Norm also brings on his high school pal former White Sox pitcher Donn Pall to swap stories and have a few laughs. Can Anderson finally defeat Marzullo in Evergreen Park Trivia, or will Marzullo remain undefeated? Find out! Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the ac...

On this Weekend Edition of The EP Podcast, we chat with local real estate expert Laura Kelly of Coldwell Banker Reality about the start of the Spring Market in Evergreen Park. Is it time to sell? Time to buy? How does this all work and what may have changed since the last time you dabbled in real estate? We learn about the attractiveness of The EP as a place to live and raise a family in the in-depth discussion. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that ...

A debate continues around masks in schools as local parents rallied again at Queen of Martyrs in Evergreen Park to get their principal reinstated. We talk with members of the Parents for Choice group about their goals and why they feel now is the time to push for optional masks in public and private schools. Meanwhile we also visit with Don Larisey from the South Side Irish Parade committee about the upcoming event and some fun pre-parade events you may want to join. Add in a beer tasting at Ope...