Episodes

Aug. 3, 2020

Eating Evergreen Park Returns!

The insanely popular Eating Evergreen Park feature finally returns to a sub shop just opened by a couple of EP residents. Plus Part 2 of our extensive talk with Dr David Beckmann about the true science around COVID-19 and what …

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July 31, 2020

Weekend Update 7/31-8/2

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Dr David Beckmann is a local doctor on the front lines of COVID-19 and he has some incredible insights you need to …

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July 27, 2020

Evergreen Park Heroes

One person is trying to keep the doors open to the Evergreen Park Food Pantry. Another EP resident saved US troops from hidden bombs in a war zone. The other two guests on this show are trying to save local …

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July 24, 2020

Weekend Update 7/23-7/25

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. The Evergreen Park Food Pantry also needs your help! Listen to how you can do your part. Brought to you by The …

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July 20, 2020

Hope, Fun & Friendly Competition!

With all that is going on in the world, you need a little hope and a lot of fun. This week we have 30 minutes of good with the owners of Open Outcry Brewing and Unidad: A Latin Kitchen & …

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July 17, 2020

Weekend Update 7/17-7/19

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Local brewer John Brand from Open Outcry also explains why he decided to close his dining and patio areas this weekend after …

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July 13, 2020

Our Guest Has Super Happy Awesome News!

Amy Kazin of EPCHS runs the "Spotlight on 99th Summer Theater Camp" every year. She joins us this week to tell you how the kids not only put on two plays this summer, but also how you can view them …

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July 6, 2020

The Kids Are Out In Evergreen Park

Evergreen Park opens up even more this week. Pyeisha Allen of the EP Youth Department talks about the re-opening of the Youth Room and programs from her department and the EP Recreation Department now available to local kids. Hannah reveals …

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July 3, 2020

Weekend Update 7/3-7/5

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Get info on nearby fireworks shows and new services open to adults and kids in Evergreen Park starting on Monday! Brought to …

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June 29, 2020

Books, Beers and Blockbusters!

Chris and Hannah are joined by Nicki Seidl from the Evergreen Park Public Library and learn how the library is still doing amazing things during the pandemic. Plus, John Brand from Open Outcry Brewing brings some beers to taste as …

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June 26, 2020

Weekend Update 6/26-6/28

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! You can get a $300 bonus right now for being an …

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June 22, 2020

Evergreen Park's Summer Rebound

Village Trustee Mark Marzullo says the sights and sounds of kids outside makes him feel positive about a summer rebound in Evergreen Park. He also discusses the possibility of some businesses receiving video gaming to help them get back on …

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June 15, 2020

The EP Has Camps, Sports & Fun This Summer!

Glenn Pniewski from The Village of Evergreen Park announces summer camps, youth programs and possible replacement events for the Fourth of July Parade and Day In The Park. Kelly Moroney from the EP Chamber of Commerce also talks about there …

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June 8, 2020

The Beauty Of A Community

An organized protest at Klein (Circle) Park. Patios opening up for the first time in months. Evergreen Park showed repeatedly this week that it was a strong community. We cover it all with special guests Jerry Doorhy from Porter Cullens …

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June 1, 2020

State Rep Kelly Burke & Patio Openings, Oh My!

State Representative Kelly Burke joins us to answer questions about what happened last week when legislators got to Springfield. Plus, now bar and restaurant patios are open, and you have lots of local options. Mike Nix from The Red Palm …

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May 25, 2020

Celebrating The Class Of 2020

With local grade schools and high schools graduating classes under unique conditions, The EP Podcast welcomes several local school leaders on to talk about their grads. Eileen O'Reilly of Mother McAuley and Tom O'Malley of EPCHS join the show. Plus, …

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May 18, 2020

Sexton Speaks

Mayor James Sexton of Evergreen Park is not pleased with the current pace of re-opening Illinois and the lack of contact with decision makers at a state and county level. Find out what he thinks should be done and what …

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May 11, 2020

Obey Or Re-Open? The BIG Question.

After the governor announced his "re-opening" plan, it seems to be in contrast to what some Evergreen Park officials and businesses thought was necessary. John Brand from Open Outcry joins the show to talk about a new blueberry beer for …

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May 4, 2020

Evergreen Park Will Re-Open...But How?

Evergreen Park Village Trustee Mark Marzullo has a daughter in the front lines of the COVID-19 fight and is also a small business owner. Listen as he gives incredible insight into the possible plan for opening up Evergreen Park and …

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April 27, 2020

April COVID Brings May Optimism

Chris and Hannah welcome Mayor James Sexton and Evergreen Park High School teacher Amy Kazin as they each talk about what May will look like for the village and our village youth. In the middle of big questions about graduation, …

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April 20, 2020

Chris Gets Tested For COVID-19 Antibodies

Chris Lanuti, local Evergreen Park resident and host of The EP Podcast, gets tested for the COVID-19 antibodies. He gets the results during the show from local doctor David Beckmann. Find out how it all went down and how you …

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April 13, 2020

When The Going Gets Tough, Get Creative

In between Chris telling Hannah some off-the-wall stories that he has seen locally this week, two local business owners join the show to share the creative ways they are adjusting to the times. John Brand from Open Outcry and Sal …

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April 6, 2020

Big Ma & The Radiation Vibe

Kelly Moroney of the Evergreen Park Chamber of Commerce announces a new fundraising initiative to help local small businesses. Meanwhile Mayor Sexton takes on Walmart. Plus, Hannah's sister joins the show to tell family stories while we sing tribute to …

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March 30, 2020

The Mayor, The Brewer & The Dancing Pilot

Evergreen Park Mayor James Sexton checks in with an update for all residents and reassuring words for the future. He also wants you to stay at home. John Brand from Open Outcry Brewing describes how his business has changed and …

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