Episodes

Aug. 31, 2020

Back To School

As the kids head back to school this week, Hannah learns a little about women in business from our guest. Nicole Monet is trying to bring local women together as a support group for business ventures. Plus, Chris learns that ...

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Aug. 28, 2020

Weekend Update 8/28-8/30

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Get the breakdown on school returning in District 124, learn about some incredible programs coming to The EP Library in ...

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Aug. 24, 2020

Work Together, Drink Together, Bike Together

Evergreen Park District 124 Schools have some issues as they try to re-open. Find out the details and if the plan can be salvaged. Plus, we sit down with a local EP businessman who wants to go on a bike ride with you. John Br...

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Aug. 21, 2020

Weekend Update 8/21-8/23

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Learn how to listen to this past week's Village Board Meeting. Find out the rules for students stopping by the EP Librar...

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Aug. 17, 2020

Mayor Sexton Is Proud Of The EP

From the outdoor patio bar at Unidad Restaurant enjoy food, drink, cooking tips and a great conversation with Evergreen Park Mayor James Sexton. Listen as he answers an array of questions about his village and current events,...

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Aug. 14, 2020

Weekend Update 8/13-8/15

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Details on new programs from the Evergreen Park Library, how to claim damages due to power outages this week, and more! ...

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Aug. 10, 2020

EP District 124 Schools Bring Back The Kids

Dr. Margaret Longo and Dr. Lela Bridges-Webb, co-interim superintendents of Evergreen Park District 124 Schools, explain their plan for returning kids to the classroom. Plus, John Brand from Open Outcry brings in a new Americ...

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Aug. 7, 2020

Weekend Update 8/7-8/9

The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Details on vehicle stickers, youth soccer, and a temporary COVID-19 shutdown of the EPGSL. Plus get a taste of our talk ...

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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 wha...

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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 hear....

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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 restaurants. Liste...

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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 First Nat...

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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 & Bar going head-to-head in physical com...

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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 a...

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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 on-demand right now! Plus, ...

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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....

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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! Brough...

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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 tas...

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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 EP Podcast ...

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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 th...

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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 ta...

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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 Por...

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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 ...

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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 EP...

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