Episodes

Jan. 23, 2023

”The State Of Evergreen Park” with Mayor Kelly Burke

Evergreen Park Mayor Kelly Burke joins us following her "State of Evergreen Park" address last week to talk about the village. Find out which experimental traffic initiatives were found to slow people down. The police department has made changes to …

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Jan. 17, 2023

That’s A Bold Move

Lorraine Swanson of The Patch joins us to chat about the surprising number of folks running for Evergreen Park Trustee this year. The most exciting local race is coming from an unexpected place. You'll also hear how quickly a lunch …

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Jan. 9, 2023

The Perils Of South Side Dating

After Hannah brings a mope down to the bar on New Year's Eve, Chris questions her on the perils of dating on the south side. Turns out dating apps aren't all they're cracked up to be! Frank Murray has magic …

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Jan. 2, 2023

The New Year Brings Back An Old Friend

EPCHS Basketball Coach Jim Sexton talks hoops, the good ol' days and what it is like being the son of the former Evergreen Park mayor. The EP Podcast also welcomes back Hannah to the 9-foot homemade oak bar. Find out …

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Dec. 27, 2022

The Local Moments That Made 2022

It's a super-sized episode bringing you the Top 5 Moments on The EP Podcast in 2022 in front of a live audience at Open Outcry Brewing Company. We checked the listener stats and found the moments, guests and episodes that …

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Dec. 19, 2022

Madrigals & The Scientist Chef

Max Musto is an Evergreen Park resident and extraordinary chef who claims he can make south side favorites without meat...and you won't be able to tell the difference. We learn what happens when culinary training meets science with this local …

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Dec. 12, 2022

All I Want For Christmas

Evergreen Park's own Colleen Klimczak is a professional organizer who returns to The EP Podcast to help us all through the busy holiday season. What she shares in this episode could make you life easier and far less cluttered. We …

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Dec. 5, 2022

Light It Up!

We kick off The EP Podcast this week with Bill Green, who has been setting up the Evergreen Park Christmas Tree for 20 years. Did it light this year? We also get you ready for the upcoming Sounds of the …

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Nov. 29, 2022

They Must Be A VIP

After host Chris Lanuti has to drop his kids off at several local schools, we're talking about the rare EPVIP. Frank Murray of the Evergreen Park Public Library stops by to assist and list a plethora of holiday events for …

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Nov. 21, 2022

Leaves, Snow & EP’s Public Works

'Tis the season to throw your leaves in the street and get your shovels ready to go. Gavin Yeaman is the Assistant Director of the Evergreen Park Public Works Department. He talks about one of the busy seasons for his …

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Nov. 14, 2022

A Chat With Village Trustee Mark Marzullo

Village Trustee Mark Marzullo spends time with us discussing the Evergreen Park Police Department's crime fighting techniques, village projects, new businesses and how they had to spring a new name for 50 Acre Park on former Mayor James Sexton. We …

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Nov. 11, 2022

Mustangs Football Looks To Build On 2022

The Evergreen Park Mustangs finished their season 8-3 after losing last weekend in the postseason tournament. Head Coach Jerry Verde wraps up a successful season and talks about the steps his program took in 2022 with an eye towards the …

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Nov. 7, 2022

That’s A Lot Of Charcuterie Boards

We're visiting with an organization trying to help Evergreen Park students get a boost as the head off to college with scholorships for EPCHS students. Plus, Tim Moran is a local journalist turned high school public relations director. He joins …

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Nov. 4, 2022

Football Friday: Mustangs Invade Wheaton

The Evergreen Park Mustangs (8-2) won their first round postseason game convincingly in front of a home crowd annd now head to Wheaton for a huge game against Saint Francis (9-1). Head Coach Jerry Verde says this could possibly be …

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Oct. 31, 2022

Halloween, Ghost Stories & Christmas Way Too Early

Before host Chris Lanuti jumps on a plane, he worries about flying with Frank Murray of the Evergreen Park Library. Frank tries to soothe him with Halloween happenings, escape rooms & some way-to-early Christmas offerings you need to reserve now. …

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Oct. 27, 2022

Football Friday: Mustangs Gallop Into The Playoffs

The Evergreen Park Mustangs (7-2) seem to be peaking at the right time as the IHSA Postseason Tournament begins with a home game In The EP. Head Coach Jerry Verde joins us to break it all down. Coach also gives …

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Oct. 24, 2022

Organize This!

In an attempt to organize our place, we found local professional organizer Colleen Klimczak. Listen as she helps us get through a frustrating moment with the water bill and learn how to organize your own life just a little better. …

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Oct. 20, 2022

Football Fri-Thursday: Mustangs (6-2) Look To Finish Strong

With 6 wins under their belt, the Evergreen Park Mustangs will play this postseason. A win on the road Thursday night at Argo, though, could get them a home opener for the playoffs. Head Coach Jerry Verde joins us to …

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Oct. 17, 2022

Reliving Those Glory Days

Amy Kazin of Evergreen Park High School stops by with a fun Halloween event for local kids and a brand new theater production for the Fall. We also marvel at how good our football teams are doing this year. Chris …

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Oct. 13, 2022

Football Friday: EP Mustangs Make Playoff Push

The Evergreen Park Mustangs (5-2) won big at Homecoming last weekend. Now they head into a big challenge versus Eisenhower on Friday night. Head Coach Jerry Verde joins us to break it all down. Coach also gives out his Week …

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Oct. 10, 2022

The Mayor, The Chief & Some Local Nerds

We party with the people of Evergreen Park this past weekend at the 2nd Annual Oktoberfest. Mayor Kelly Burke talks about local construction, getting her village more active and the need for more ponies. Evergreen Park Fire Chief Ronald Kleinhaus …

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Oct. 6, 2022

Football Friday: Homecoming Week

Following their biggest win of the season, the Evergreen Park Mustangs may have taken their most unfortunate loss of 2022. Head Coach Jerry Verde joins us to talk about a team trying to regain their form during a distracting Homecoming …

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Oct. 3, 2022

The Fests Of October

Evergreen Park was out this Saturday night at the Evergreen Park Public Library with live music and good times. We visit with Frank Murray at his very successful fundraiser. The Stockyard Kilty Band stops by to promote their own benefit …

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Sept. 29, 2022

Football Friday: Mustangs (4-1) Becoming Homecoming Road Warriors

Jerry Verde of the ECPHS Mustangs just saw his football team pull off their biggest win of the season and is watching them become homecoming road warriors. Hear about the play that turned the tide last week, the matchup this …

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