NCTV17 Podcasts

The world of start-ups has become more and more common. But with all the start-ups, what is the actual success rate? How can one determine if their ideaor leadership is viable? How is success defined and determined for an entrepreneur? Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Nicki Anderson sits down with an expert panel to discuss the intriguing world of entrepreneurship.

In this episode, the Naperville Moms Network share their experiences with their children finding summer jobs and the value of entering the working world. The Naperville Moms Network discusses what they look for in a babysitter and the benefits of having their children babysit others.

Hosted by Jane Wernette, the latest episode of Spotlight features: 1) OPUS, a not-for-profit 501 c3 organization. Their vision is to enrich the community with beautiful chamber and orchestral music. 2)Center Stage Theater, a vibrant community performing arts center. Each year, more than 30,000 community members attend a performance, and many local theater groups, emerging artists and community org...

On the latest episode of Business Connection, host Liz Spencer, chats with: 1)Go Girl Communications, a content marketing consultancy helping companies connect with their audience by creating and distributing engaging and relevant content. 2)Edgewood Clinical Services, a private, behavioral health group, which provides counseling, psychological and diagnostic testing, psychiatry and group counseli...

Hosted by Jane Wernette, the latest episode of Spotlight features: 1) Jeanine Nicarico Memorial Fund for Literacy, All proceeds go directly to the Jeanine Nicarico Memorial Fund for Literacy to acquire and distribute resources that provide enriched literacy opportunities for the learners within the Naperville Community. 2)The Pete Ellman Big Band, formed in 2009 after Pete retired from the Illinoi...

Keeping up with a changing workforce is a challenge for any job seeker at any level. New technologies and opportunities makes the workforce more competitive than ever. So what can you do to stay ahead? Kim White interviews chemical engineer and job search coach, Bryon Brandt, about how to gain a competitive edge and get the most out of a changing workforce.

Dermatology and Self Esteem in Teens. For many it's one of the last specialties to go and visit - the dermatologist. On this episode, the Moms meet with a dermatologist to discuss the challenges and benefits of addressing skincare with your children. Kids and Dating. When it comes to dating, how can you prepare yourself to deal with potential questions and issues? And what age is appropriate? On t...

Whether over the phone, in your email inbox or at your favorite retail store, scams are everywhere. President & CEO Nicki Anderson sits down with an expert panel to explain how to recognize scams and what to do to protect yourself. While it's difficult to stop scams from coming your way, experts say your most powerful weapon to recognize scams is being educated.

Hosted by Jane Wernette, the latest episode of Spotlight features: 1)Cantigny Park & Golf Club, Cantigny Park horticulturists discuss upcoming projects and initiatives for Naperville residents to enjoy this spring. 2)Almost Home Kids' mission is to provide transitional care in a home-like setting to children with complicated health needs, training for their families and respite care. AHK is a shor...

Alyssa Wees releases her first-ever young adult novel, The Waking Forest and debuts it at Anderson's Bookshop. Becky Anderson sits down with Wees to learn more about the book, and the author that made the story come to life.

On the latest episode of Business Connection, host Liz Spencer, chats with: 1)Angels and Awakening Podcast: Julie Jancius is a Psychic Medium and Angel Reader, with offices in Naperville and Wheaton, IL. She is also host of the successful podcast, Angels and Awakening. 2) KLA Schools of Naperville: An upscale preschool serving infants from 6 weeks through children 12 years of age. 3)Alice Gaziev C...

When Naperville stood on the Council-Manager form of government in 1969, they had no idea the city would develop into the economic and residential center it is today. This documentary follows the City of Naperville as it met the demands of oncoming regional growth and became a thriving, high-tech metropolis providing a high quality of life for its residents.

Hosted by Jane Wernette, the latest episode of Spotlight features: 1)Naperville Baseball Association, founded in 1955 to provide an outlet for youth baseball teams to play and enjoy the sport that they love. Now in its 64th continuous season, styles, equipment and participation may have changed, but the mission has not. 2)Naperville YMCAs, through a variety of programs and services focused on yout...

On the latest episode of Business Connection, host Liz Spencer, chats with: 1) Nutrition HeartBeat - A full service sports nutrition company that works with adults, adolescents, and teams run by Dr. Laurie Schubert, sports dietitian. 2)Codeverse Naperville - Whether your child is a beginner or an experienced coder, our curriculum is designed for kids of all skill levels. 3)i9 Sports - We provide a...

All aboard the Illinois Suffrage Special! Zachary Michael Jack takes you back in time to 1913 in his original play, Votes for Women! The play made its debut at North Central College as part of Illinois’ Bicentennial celebration. This historical drama features a Chicago Tribune reporter and three extraordinary women bound for Washington DC. Their only goal is to fight for equality in the Land of Li...

The heart-racing thrills of last year's The Wife Between Us kicks in again in the authors' new novel, An Anonymous Girl. Meet authors Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen at Anderson's Bookshop with their smart, surprising and suspenseful new book.

Join Kim White as she interviews workplace futurist and author Marti Konstant about the principle of Career Agility and the Gig Economy. What’s that? You don’t know what a workplace futurist is? Or you don’t know what “Career Agility” and/or “The Gig Economy” are? If you don’t find out, chances are, Marti asserts, you will be left in the dust and fall into the trap of becoming irrelevant. From wha...

The Sandwich Generation: It's what  your children and your parents have in common, if you’re a Mom with school-age children and aging parents. On this episode of the Naperville Mom’s Network, the Moms talk with Dennise Vaughn of Homewatch CareGivers about being part of the sandwich-generation. Moms, Dating, and Relationships Moms, Dating, and Relationships - whether you are a new mom or an empty n...

What Role Does Creativity Play in Your Workplace? And what does creativity in the workplace mean? Host Nicki Anderson and her guests explore how to develop a culture that encourages creativity, no matter what the type of business. For more information about the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce and what it offers its members, visit their website at: Naperville.net Host: Nicki Anderson, President...

In the 1840’s, the Stenger family came to Naperville from Germany and began a brewery. Located at Franklin Avenue between Webster and Main, the Stenger Brewery was known to produce up to 17,000 barrels of beer a year. Brothers, John and Nick Stenger, founded the brewery and this documentary takes a look at the role beer played in society; and how the brewery contributed to the development of Naper...

Naperville Community Unit School District 203 Superintendent Dan Bridges hosts conversations around diversity and inclusion on the latest episode of School Scene. Dr. Rakeda Leaks joined Naperville 203 for the 2018-19 school year as the Executive Director of Diversity and Inclusion. Dr. Leaks discusses her background in education and human resources, as well her goals for this newly created positi...

On this episode of School Scene, Superintendent Dan Bridges talks with members of Naperville School District 203's staff about the district's early childhood programming. His guests discuss the importance of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and why its important for students to gain some of these critical skills prior to kindergarten. They also talk about the expansion into full-day preschool class...

On the latest episode of Business Connection, host Liz Spencer, chats with: 1) Chicago Engineers; an MEP engineering firm, located in Chicago, offering services in mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection design, 2)The Great Western Tile Company which began in 1981 as a family-owned and operated business, 3) Pamela Harambasic, a Mortgage Advisor, who discusses her path to the mortgage...

Hosted by Jane Wernette, the latest episode of Spotlight features: 1) Kiwanis Club of Naperville, a hands-on, volunteer service organization that raises money for local charities 2) 100+ Women Who Care – Naperville; a Giving Circle of women who are passionate about making their community a better place for all 3) Edward Foundation - the nonprofit arm of Edward Hospital whose mission is to help the...

On this episode, the Moms talk about parent/teacher communications. Parent/teacher conferences are a staple elementary school, but often attendance goes down from there. “There is a lot of attention on kids who are advance learners and those who are struggling, and not as much on the vast majority of kids in the middle,” say Cathy. She takes a more laid-back approach with her sons, letting them ta...