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 and early sign-ups for one of the best summer…
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 Evergreen Park Community High School, Matthew Dugan. Hear about…
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 hiring and day-to-day scheduling. Plus, there are also new businesses…
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 can go wrong between two concenting adults in "30 Minutes…
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 the Evergreen Park Public Library. (He also…
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 the long-time co-host of the show has been and…
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 were heard the most by folks in and around Evergreen…
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 chef. The EPCHS Madrigals also return to the studio to…
The EPCHS Mustangs kick off their 2024 Football Season at Marengo Friday Night, so Head Coach Jim Ramazinski is back for another year of Football Friday's with The EP Podcast. Hear from Coach Ram on the end of last season, the team's prep for this year and what to expect…
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 also get a real list of Christmas wishes from a…
After a close loss on the road, your EPCHS Mustangs return home to take on Shepard this Friday night (9/27). We're talking about last weekend's loss to Thornton Fractional North with Coach Jim Ramazinski, and learning about scouting in the modern high school football age. Coach Ram also previews this…
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 Concert with Rich Daniels & The City Lights…
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 also visit with the Evergreen Park Village Food Pantry as…
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 future. We also have a special Veteran's Day conversation with…
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 us for a the debut of a new segment to…
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 the biggest game of his tenure with the team, and…
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. We also talk about on of the area's great ghost…
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 "Player of the Week" award. Join…
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. We also discover the new way people dine at local…
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 all down. Coach also gives out his Week…
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 joined by his daughter Audrey for this episode.…
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 "Player of the Week" award. Join The EP Podcast…
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 fills us in on the cooking skills of firemen and…
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 Week in Evergreen Park. Coach also gives out his Week…
