The EP Podcast

Butterfly Squish Art

Dan Doyle is the Evergreen Park artist responsible for various murals and art pieces around the village. Now he's asking if you would be interested in being a part of this year's "Evergreen Park Garden & Art Walk." Our friend Frank Murray from the EP Library is back with an area job fair, fun events and program that will strike fear in butterflies everywhere. Hannah also goes on a second date and discovers a vexxing trend at the auto show in "30 Minutes of Good!"
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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 points in high school than dad. Hannah also shares a really good Valentine's date, while Chris nearly dies in his driveway. Plus, all the EP happenings in "30 Minutes of Good!"
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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 and early sign-ups for one of the best summer theater camps in the area. Plus, we learn about the rise of e-sports in The EP and learn why ice skating is a smooth dating move in "30 Minutes of Good!"
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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 Evergreen Park Community High School, Matthew Dugan. Hear about his plans and why he took the job as headmaster of the Mustangs. There are also local happenings and Louisiana show cows for you in "30 Minutes of Good!"
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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 Capuano Classic 4-on-4 Hockey Tournament coming to The EP in February. And get a sneak peak at the new Spoke & Vine coming very soon to 95th & Kedzie in "30 Minutes of Good!"
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”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 hiring and day-to-day scheduling. Plus, there are also new businesses and ideas flowing into to village in 2023! Learn a little about Evergreen Park's plans in "30 Minutes of Good!"
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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 can go wrong between two concenting adults in "30 Minutes of Good!"
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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 the Evergreen Park Public Library. (He also just became President of the Evergreen Park Chamber of Commerce too.) And local organizer Colleen Klimczak helps us get over the S.A.D. that comes with January. It's all in "30 Minutes of Good!"
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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 the long-time co-host of the show has been and what she will be bringing to the show in 2023. Ben Belton also jumps on with a look at movies and entertainment you'll be hearing all about this year!
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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 were heard the most by folks in and around Evergreen Park. From the local kid finding out she made the Olympic team to the principal that made national news, we have the biggest local stories of the year. Plus, we find out that our favorite brewery is bringing beer to several Evergreen Park locations next month. Join us for "FORTY Minutes of Good" to close out the year and head into 2023! 
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