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The EP Podcast
Local podcast from Evergreen Park, for Evergreen Park! New weekly episodes out every Tuesday, with ”Football Friday” in the Fall!
Episodes
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Evergreen Park‘s JAM-PACKED Weekend
The Evergreen Park High School Mustangs are 2-0 in dominating fashion, and head coach Jerry Verde checks in for his weekly preview of yet another home game…
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The EP‘s Festive Fall Season Is Upon Us!
After Labor Day each year Evergreen Park launches into week after week of local events, festivals, parties and fun. We have everything you need to know as the…
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The Leper, The Forward & The 1-0 Mustangs
There is so much going on this weekend in Evergreen Park! A silver medalist returned home to a parade of neighbors, EPPD squads and EPFD trucks! We have a…
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Local Veterans Making An Impact
Those who have served also stay very active in our local community. Meet a vet who is also an award-winning chef! He is now bringing his talents to our local…
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Weekend Update: Football, Trucks & Fun
The latest news, events and weather are inside of this quick Weekend Update. High School Football is back with a full season, and Evergreen Park Mustangs Head…
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Escape Rooms & Book Squirrels
As the kiddos head back to school, the Evergreen Park Library has a ton of events and resources to kick their year off right! Library Director Frank Murray…
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And Then My Kids All Got COVID
It finally happened. The three children in the house that produces The EP Podcast all caught COVID-19. Join host Chris Lanuti and his special guest Dr David…
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Surprise Car Crashes In The Multiverse
Evergreen Park will have an Oktoberfest this fall, and we have Josie Donovan from the Recreation Department joining us with those plans and everything else on…
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Weekend Update: Movies, Mermaids & More!
The latest news, events and weather are inside of this quick Weekend Update. Hollywood Insider Ben Belton tells you what is new, and what you should watch at…
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Boats, Ball & Beers
As many local residents are on the water this summer, local friend Tom Mullally of the Coast Guard Auxillary stops in to give some tips and tell some stories…
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Foam Parties, Typewriters & Tom Hanks
Following a record-breaking weekend for the MHR Carnival in the heart of Evergreen Park, we bring bring in guests with all kinds of local buzz just for you…
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Keep Calm & Carry On
On a special edition of The Weekend Update, we block out all of the noise to get a real look at recent issues concerning the COVID-19 pandemic from a local…
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Wait...Who's Running This Show?!
A contest winner steps in as a guest host while Hannah Beth brings him around Evergreen Park to see the sights, meet the people and have some fun! We even bump…
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Here Comes The Carnival
The MHR Carnival is returning (unexpectedly) to flip the calendar from July to August, all while bringing the community together for some fun. Father James…
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Evergreen Park's New Book Boss
After getting his start at the Evergreen Park Public Library, local guy Frank Murray has returned to take over as the new director. He make his first…
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Weekend Update: Lots Of Local Fun Awaits
The latest news, events and weather are inside of this quick Weekend Update. The tradition that is the Papa Hops 16" Softball Tournament is this weekend. Tommy…
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When Squirrels Attack!
Coming out of the 4th of July Weekend with Evergreen Park squirrel attacks, the return of live local theater you can actually attend, and a great event held at…
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Weekend Update: Happy 4th Of July!
The latest news, events and weather are inside of this quick Weekend Update. Plus, Hannah is ready to lose it now that she has entered July and can't get her…
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Hanging At Durbins With Mayor Kelly Burke
Recorded in front of a live audience! This week we sit down with Mayor Kelly Burke to talk about her biggest early challenges, the problems with CSX trains…
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Weekend Update: EP's "New" Spot On Kedzie
The EP Podcast Weekend Update keeps you current on Evergreen Park's news,, events, weather and more this weekend. Before Monday's episode with Mayor Kelly…
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Evergreen Park's Big Events Return
There may not be the regular Fourth of July festivities in Evergreen Park this year, but we have confirmation and new details on everything from late summer…
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Let's Go Back To The Movies!
We take a trip back to the movies with everything you need to know as you resume your theater experience. Our long-time Hollywood Insider, Ben Belton, joins us…
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Smiling Faces
An incredible weekend was marked by the return of something we all missed, but probably didn't think we missed over that past 15 months. John Brand from Open…
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Summer's Contests, Events, Construction & Fun
The EP Podcast Weekend Update provides a quick look at all of the weather, news, events and excitement this weekend in Evergreen Park. There is a village-wide…
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Are You Ready To Be The EP?!
We take a trip to 50 Acre Park and the Driving Range to hang out with the Evergreen Park Chamber of Commerce for golf lessons, laughs & details surrounding…
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Eating Evergreen Park 2021
Our fan-favorite foodie feature returns, as The EP Podcast presents "Eating Evergreen Park" for the Summer of 2021. We sit down with the owners and proud…
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Memorial Day Weekend With An EP Vet
Local Evergreen Park Army Veteran & Author Eric Herrera joins us to talk about the true meaning of Memorial Day and his experiences searching for roadside…
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A Summer Of Reading & Rooftops
The Evergreen Park Public Library has big plans this summer for kids, teens and adults. We are joined by Jenna Harte-Wisniewski, who breaks down everything…
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Evergreen Park Markets, Trivia & Insider Scoops
Village Trustees Mark Marzullo and Norm Anderson stop by for some laughs, and bring some insider scoop concerning the long-vacant property that used to house…
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Sexton Says Farewell
Mayor James Sexton pens his farewell to the Village of Evergreen Park, and we have his heartfelt letter. After experiencing a frustrating week, Chris explain…
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How You End Up In The Outfield
Coaching T-Ball in the EPBC can be a challenge for anyone, but Chris reveals a new system for keeping order on his team. John Brand from Open Outcry Brewing…
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Weekend Update: Water, Camps, Discounts & Shots
Your Weekend Update from The EP Podcast has all kinds of local news, events, programs and weather for you. Our friends at Central Middle School have launched…
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Evergreen Park's Old Friends & New Friends
We introduce you to Dr Jenna Woodland, the new Superintendent of Evergreen Park District 124 Schools. Why did she want the job here in Evergreen Park? What are…
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Weekend Update: EPCHS Football Season Concludes
Your Weekend Update from The EP Podcast has all kinds of local news, events, programs and weather for you. EPCHS Football Coach Jerry Verde wraps up his team's…
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The Doctor Is IN
Our local M.D. from Family First Medical Group, Dr David Beckmann, checks in to catch us up on the latest local COVID-19 data. Listen to his views on the…
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Weekend Update: More Shots In Evergreen Park
Your Weekend Update from The EP Podcast has all kinds of local news, events, programs and weather for you. More COVID-19 vaccinations have arrived in Evergreen…
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The New Mayor Gets The Keys To EP
Evergreen Park Mayor-Elect Kelly Burke joins us to talk about the current transition, plans for the start of her first term, and the new set of keys she just…
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Weekend Update: Pickleball & EPCHS Football
Your Weekend Update from The EP Podcast has all kinds of local news, events, programs and weather for you. Plus, EPCHS Football Coach Jerry Verde joins us to…
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Evergreen Park Gets Unbeatable
The return of "Eating Evergreen Park" brings us to the brand new sandwich shop in the the center of town, Unbeatable Eatables. Find out if their first…
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EPCHS Football (2-1) Has A Big Saturday Matchup
Your Weekend Update from The EP Podcast has all kinds of local news, events, programs and weather for you. Plus, EPCHS Football Coach Jerry Verde joins us to…
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An Inside Look At Evergreen Park
Village Trustee Mark Marzullo stops in to chat, and reveals an inside look at how the village has operated over the past year. When the pandemic hit there were…
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The Evergreen Park Election Special
The EP Podcast provides a side-by-side comparison of Evergreen Park Mayoral Candidates Kelly Burke and Shawn Good, using their own answers to questions asked…
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So Much To Do This Spring In The EP!
As the world continues to open up, Evergreen Park leads the way with activities and events for all ages. Village spokesperson Glenn Pniewski brings Pyeisha…
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Weekend Update: EPCHS Football Returns
EPCHS Football Coach Jerry Verde joins us to recap the team's 1-0 start and preview this weekend's game. Plus we have all the weekend weather, weekend events…
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Meet Some Extraordinary Evergreen Park Kids
When a voluntary Evergreen Park Central Middle School Civics Class had to come up with a project, they put others in front of themselves to create something…
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A Political Misstep As the Election Approaches
Listen to the first 10 minutes of this episode of The EP Podcast, and you will know why Chris & Hannah can't wait for the April 6th elections to be over. The…
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The Pipes Are Playing This Week
We celebrate 100 years of Chicago Stockyard Kilty Band with the McKee brothers and their fancy bagpipes. Find out how the Evergreen Park Library is celebrating…
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Weekend Update: Neighbors Helping Neighbors
One of our neighbors drops in to talk about a charity within IBEW Local #134 that was recently featured on ABC. Find out how some Evergreen Park folks are…
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Kelly Burke Has Plans For Evergreen Park
Mayoral candidate Kelly Burke has some plans for Evergreen Park if she is elected on April 6th, which include a green initiative, updating village…
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Mayor Sexton Sets The Record Straight
After inflammatory comments made by mayoral candidate Shawn Good, her neighbor and current Mayor James Sexton joins the show to respond. Listen as he gives his…
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Shawn Good & The Airing Of Grievances
Mayoral candidate Shawn Good returns to the show to tell us how the Evergreen Pak Mayoral Race is going for her. She talks about how much people like her…
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Weekend Update 2/26-2/28
The EP Podcast Weekend Update includes your weekend weather, the weekend ice rink schedule, how to sign your kid up for Kindergarten with D124, Youth…
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Cathy Aparo Has All Of Evergreen Park's Receipts
Every Evergreen Park official raves about Village Clerk Cathy Aparo. She joins us for the first time to explain the upcoming elections, tell us what a village…
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Weekend Update 2/19-2/21
The EP Podcast Weekend Update includes vaccine sign-up information, your weekend weather, how to sign-up for MHR's Virtual Trivia Night (and an inside tip)…
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Podcasts & Slots!
Village Trustee Norm Anderson joins the podcast for the first time, and he brings beer and local pizza! What kinds of businesses will be getting video gaming…
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Good Times Before A Cold Weekend
The EP Podcast weekend update brings you audio from the greatest Evergreen Park sports moment of 2021, and some healthy advice from our resident physician Dr…
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Evergreen Park Works Through Arctic Weather
Mayor James Sexton joins the show to explain why Evergreen Park services have been able to handle arctic weather so well. He also addresses issues at the…
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Snow, Cold & (Maybe) Vaccines Coming To The EP
The EP Podcast weekend update will tell you how much snow and cold is going to hit you this weekend. We also have promising news from Mayor James Sexton on…
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Shawn Good Wants To Be Mayor
It will be Shawn Good vs Kelly Burke for Mayor of Evergreen Park. For the first time Candidate Good joins The EP Podcast with her plans. Listen as she attempts…
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Evergreen Park's Weekend Update 1/29 - 1/31
The EP Podcast provides a quick update to everything going on in and around Evergreen Park this weekend. Youth programs are open, vaccines are showing up, and…