Episodes

Feb. 20, 2023

Like Father, Like Son, Like Team

Evergreen Park High School Basketball Coach Jim Sexton joins us before his team kicks of the IHSA Regional Tournament this week. Hear about the season so far, the team's goals in the postseason, and how his son may score more...

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Feb. 12, 2023

She’s All That

Local Evergreen Park author Zachary Jeffries takes a grim reaper, greek mythology and the movie "She's All That" and makes it into a new novel for young adults (and their moms). Amy Kazin of EPCHS stops by with a new musical ...

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Feb. 5, 2023

The Barn, The New Principal & Show Cows

Mary Kay Nielsen stops by to teach us about The Barn at James J. Sexton Park. You'll be surprised by the animals, programs and overall hidden gem located in Evergreen Park. We will also introduce you to the new principal at E...

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Jan. 29, 2023

Homes, Hockey and Wine

Local realtor Laura Kelly returns to the podcast with a look at the Evergreen Park real estate market. You'll be surpised at how popular the 60805 zip code is these days! We also chat with the organizers behind the 2nd Annual...

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Jan. 22, 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 departm...

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Jan. 16, 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...

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Jan. 8, 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 and mayhem from th...

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Jan. 1, 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 where th...

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Dec. 26, 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 wer...

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Dec. 18, 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 scienc...

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Dec. 11, 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...

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Dec. 4, 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 Season Christmas Conce...

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Nov. 28, 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 all...

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Nov. 20, 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 departm...

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Nov. 13, 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 ...

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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 ...

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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...

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Nov. 3, 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 possib...

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Oct. 30, 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...

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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 out his Week 9...

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Oct. 23, 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 be...

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Oct. 19, 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 break it...

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Oct. 16, 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 is also join...

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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 7...

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