NCTV17 Podcasts

Hosted by Jane Wernette, the latest episode of Spotlight features: 1) Naperville Garden Club, a non-profit organization that promotes the love of gardening, floral design, and civic and environmental responsibility. 2) Summer Place Theater, When the autumn shadows grow longer and more menacing, Summer Place Theatre performs Ghost Stories in the Park... In the Dark. 3) The Education Center, a couns...

On the latest episode of Business Connection, host Liz Spencer, chats with: 1) BeSure Consulting, Child crime expert Detective Richard Wistocki has dedicated his career to helping children by tirelessly pursuing, apprehending and prosecuting child predators. 2) Bogolub Records, Phillip Bogolub is the owner and creator of Bogolub Records. His company's objective is focused on creating music for mov...

The story about the Martin family, their family business, and Caroline Martin Mitchell’s generous bequest of the Mansion and the surrounding 212 acres to the City of Naperville. In addition, the documentary showcases the recent meticulous restoration of the mansion. This documentary was funded in part by The Rotary Club of Naperville Fund for the Arts.

On the latest episode of Business Connection, host Liz Spencer, chats with: 1) The Law Office of Ronald M. Kas, has been in business and is celebrating its 30th year welcoming clients home. 2) Compass Mortgage, a full service mortgage banking mortgage company. We specialize in real estate purchases for 1st time homebuyers and move up buyers. 3) Debbie Lendino, a Top Performer and former Rookie of...

Hosted by Jane Wernette, the latest episode of Spotlight features: 1) An initiative of the DuPage Foundation, Arts DuPage supports, promotes and advocates for the arts throughout DuPage County. 2) The Swifty Foundation raises funds and awareness for pediatric brain cancer research in memory of Michael Gustafson. 3) The Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans provides housing, services and community...

Thinking about and preparing for life after high school are key to students' success in the next chapter of their life. Educational options are more diverse than ever, but the benefits of trade school are often overlooked.

Career & Networking Center Executive Director Kim White sits down with United States Army Colonel Don Potoczny to discuss the assets veterans bring to the workforce.

According to a recent study, four out of five employers agree that all students should acquire broad knowledge in the liberal arts and sciences.

On the latest episode of Business Connection, host Liz Spencer, chats with: 1) Shinedelight Web & Writing Services, We Shinedelight on the digital experience best practices as we incorporate innovative ideas with demonstrated system solution to produce results-driven campaigns and initiatives. 2) OPUS, The mission of OPUS is to provide inspirational and exciting opportunities for young people to b...

In this episode, Superintendent Dan Bridges of Naperville Community Unit School District 203 discusses post-secondary pathways with a panel of experts from the Naperville community. Guests include Julie Mueller, Campus President from Universal Technical Institute, Martin Sauer, Vice President of Enrollment Management and Athletics from North Central College and Dr. Diana Del Rosario, Assistant Pro...

Hosted by Jane Wernette, the latest episode of Spotlight features: 1) Naperville Jaycees - Last Fling, dedicated to philanthropy and volunteerism. They are committed to building Naperville’s future leaders. 2) Rotary Club of Naperville, a dynamic and diverse membership organization that focuses on fellowship, leadership development through high ethical standards and community service – both locall...

Dealing with narcissists can prove to be a challenge. In this episode, several psychologists – including Erin, Jordan, and Sandra Carlson of Family Counseling Service and Sandra Carlson and Associates join Dana on set to offer their expertise on the personality disorder.

Josh Stumpenhorst says the key to career ready education is not standardized tests, but problem solving. His "Innovation Day" is a classroom led concept that enables any grade level, including adults, the ability to develop these skills.

On the latest episode of Business Connection, host Liz Spencer, chats with: 1) Before College Consulting, we strive to help every single family we come in contact with. We want to get to know where a student is at and where they want to be. 2) Clearview Sales Solutions, Clearview Sales Solutions helps companies achieve increased cash flows by generating profitable, top line revenue growth.

Kate Mulgrew has appeared in countless television shows, plays and movies. This includes Star Trek: Voyager, Ryan's Hope and most recently, Orange Is the New Black. She's been honored with a Golden Satellite Award, a Saturn Award, and an Obie Award. She's also been nominated for a Golden Globe and an Emmy. Kate has three children and lives in New York City.

Hosted by Jane Wernette, the latest episode of Spotlight features: 1) Bridge Communities addresses the rapidly growing issue of homelessness in DuPage County by providing shelter, skills and support to homeless families. 2) Alive Center is one of the first teen centers in the nation serving both junior high and high schoolers students through a peer mentoring model. 3) Naperville Men's Glee Club,...

Kidz Kabaret – The Documentary gives us an unrestrictive view of the behind the scenes intensity, passion, love and often chaos that is Kidz Kabaret, Naperville’s only non-audition children’s theatre company. Viewers meet the charismatic director Kandiss Hernandez and discover how she took an idea literally from her backyard to center stage and a thriving theatre.

Child care can be one of the most difficult decisions for parents. Whether it's child care, in-home care or family care, it can be stressful to decide what's best. In this episode, Dr. Cathy Subber and Erica Lopez are joined by two guest hosts, Lindsay Chan and Grace Bozzi to share their experiences in choosing child care.

On the latest episode of Business Connection, host Liz Spencer, chats with: 1) Homewatch CareGivers Home Care, offers specialized non-medical home care services to clients of all ages including seniors, disabled and all others needing assistance to maintain their quality of life. 2) Aspire Winning Edge - Kane County Sheriffs Dept., focus is on those who are looking to strengthen an area of their p...

What does a Top Cop, a Master Gardener and a Funeral Director have in common? It’s not the start of a joke but just a few of the different types of people who have sat down with host Liz Spencer to share their insight on Naperville and life… all on Naperville Notables.

Workplace diversity is something most companies aim to achieve. It ensures people with different characteristics provide different perspectives and ultimately leads to better decision making. In this episode, Community Career Center Executive Director Kim White sits down with human resource leader Tanya Griffin to discuss the value of both leadership and diversity in the workplace.

In this episode, Dana is joined by college graduates who have taken the Homecoming Challenge; an initiative tasking alumni of all colleges and universities to connect with freshman by donating their money, time, and wisdom.

Hosted by Jane Wernette, the latest episode of Spotlight features: 1) The American Cancer Society funds and conducts research, shares expert information, supports patients, and spreads the word about cancer prevention. 2) People’s Resource Center brings neighbors together to respond to hunger and poverty in DuPage County by providing food and other basic necessities. 3) The DuPage Children's Museu...

On the latest episode of Business Connection, host Liz Spencer, chats with: 1) Aspire Winning Edge, Whether it is to have less of something like performance anxiety, fear, frustration, negative influencers, self-doubt, a freeze response, or anger, or, want more of something, like confidence, consistency, motivation, determination, goal accomplishment, and drive, or faster injury recovery, athletes...

Hosted by Jane Wernette, the latest episode of Spotlight features: 1) Naper Settlement is a nationally accredited, award-winning outdoor history museum set on 13 magnificent acres in the heart of Naperville. 2) The Naperville Park District maintains and operates more than 2,400 acres comprised of more than 130 parks and facilities. 3) Pull-Up Bars for Patriots honors fallen service members by esta...