The EP Podcast

On this Weekend Edition of The EP Podcast, we preview all of the big movies and media hitting theaters and your streaming services with Hollywood Insider Ben Belton. Ben has worked in the entertainment industry for decades. We learn how to tell if a movie is going to be good without seeing it. We find out what is working at theaters, and what kind of movies may not be hitting traditional theaters...

Evergreen Park welcomed home Olympic Silver Medalist Abbey Murphy, and we have the audio from an incredible event that saw 92nd & Ridgeway officially named Abbey Road. Listen in on a great event celebrating her incredible accomplishment. We also try a Rye IPA from Open Outcry and talk about the upcoming South Side Irish Parade with John Brand. And Glenn Pniewski is back with news from several vill...

On this Weekend Edition of The EP Podcast, we chat Glenn Pniewski about the weekly production of old time radio by the Candlelight Radio Theater. Some talented actors and actresses are providing some "theater of the mind" each week for local residents. We'll talk about this style of radio and listen to a few skits put on in their studios.  Brought to you by  The First National Bank of Evergreen Pa...

Evergreen Park Village Trustees Mark Marzullo and Norm Anderson return to talk about the sale of a well-known EP building, and why the Public Works Department is able to perform so well when called upon. Norm also brings on his high school pal former White Sox pitcher Donn Pall to swap stories and have a few laughs. Can Anderson finally defeat Marzullo in Evergreen Park Trivia, or will Marzullo re...

On this Weekend Edition of The EP Podcast, we chat with local real estate expert Laura Kelly of Coldwell Banker Reality about the start of the Spring Market in Evergreen Park. Is it time to sell? Time to buy? How does this all work and what may have changed since the last time you dabbled in real estate? We learn about the attractiveness of The EP as a place to live and raise a family in the in-de...

A debate continues around masks in schools as local parents rallied again at Queen of Martyrs in Evergreen Park to get their principal reinstated. We talk with members of the Parents for Choice group about their goals and why they feel now is the time to push for optional masks in public and private schools. Meanwhile we also visit with Don Larisey from the South Side Irish Parade committee about...

Earlier this week the principal of Queen of Martyrs in Evergreen Park went against the Archdiocese of Chicago and declared masks optional in his school. He was placed on administrative leave in a matter of hours. A large protest outside of the school quickly took place and by midnight that evening his policy was adopted for Catholic schools in most of Cook County, including Evergreen Park. Doc Mat...

With snow everywhere and cold temperatures, it is easy to simply give up on the month of February. Frank Murray of the Evergreen Park Library has fun events for all ages to change your mind. He's even picking his team between the Bengals and the Rams. Meanwhile, a community comes together to root for one of their own in the Olympics. We have the audio from Thursday's watch-party for Abbey Murphy a...

With an open seat now available in the Illinois 1st District, much of the east side of Evergreen Park and nearby area will have several options to elect to the U.S. House of Representatives. Pastor Chris Butler sits down to discuss his oddly-shaped district, the problem with too much party loyalty, and how he plans to serve his constituents if elected. John Brand brings a great beer over from Open...

New Evergreen Park Chamber of Commerce President Sara Klein has big plans to expand the chamber, providing helpful services to local businesses and residents. She joins us to break it all down. Josie Donovan from the Evergreen Park Recreation Department talks about the upcoming Flake Fest, along with some fun programs offered this winter. Glenn Pniewski reveals plans for a series of local radio pl...

In this weekend edition of The EP Podcast, we visit with Marion Castillo. She's the head coach of the EPCHS Dance Team and Coach of the Year who saw her team sweep every award in their conference. Hear about this amazing team that aspires to make it to the state finals. We also debut a new feature "Heard In The Basement" with a surprise appearance by a member of the Chicago White Sox. Get your wee...

This area has a local athlete to follow on the USA Women Hockey Team at the Winter Olympics. Abbey Murphy returns to the show this week to talk about her journey and what is ahead for her and Team USA next month in Beijing. We are also joined by Lisa Rank, who has a unique opportunity for local youths to make an environmental impact. Plus, let's taste a hot pepper beer with John Brand at Open Outc...

Chris Lanuti, host of The EP Podcast, lost his voice this week due to a first encounter with COVID-19. Stuck with only his thoughts and nobody to talk to, he came up with a lot of interesting questions about the virus keeping him in bed. This episode Doctor David Beckmann of Evergreen Park's Family First Medical Group helps co-host his first podcast back while answering straight questions two year...

Frank Murray joins us from the Evergreen Park Public Library with some fun (and potentially violent) events coming this month to your local library. He also is ready to take your overdue books back without taking all that money you owe. Lorraine Swanson from The Patch also stops by with the craziest story of 2021 and what you should be watching in 2022. We also have local tips for free village Chr...

Over 150 different local voices were heard on The EP Podcast in 2021. We heard a lot of incredible, funny, interesting and great moments. In this super-sized episode, we present The EP Podcast's 2021 Year In Review. With mayors to bagpipers to local students making a difference and more, get some of the best of this year in and around Evergreen Park! Brought to you by  The First National Bank of E...

We sit down with a talented and unique student at Evergreen Park Community High School who can perform mathematical equations quicker than a calculator. We also have an additional performance from the EPCHS Madrigals, and all your holiday events and programs as Christmas approaches. Brought to you by  The First National Bank of Evergreen Park!   Find the account that is right for you AND get your...

The EPCHS Madrigals stop by to sing traditional and not-so-traditional holiday music. Listen to this great group of Evergreen Park teenagers, and find out how you can see them perform live. Rich Daniels joins us to talk about an upcoming free concert from his City Lights Orchestra. Find out how this local musician and conductor got his start. We also chat with our friend John Brand from Open Outcr...

Mayor Kelly Burke answers our questions and talks about the Village of Evergreen Park. Learn about a program focusing on bringing new businesses into Evergreen Park, and how upgrades to several area parks were decided upon. Find out how EPPD and CPD work together, and why police officers are visiting local shops right now. We also throw in a few questions for her as a State Representative. We cove...

We brought our microphone to the first-ever EPCC Money Tree Hunt and captured an amazing race between neighbors trying to find $250. Listen to the excitement, tension and clues to see if you could have won this past weekend. Plus, a simple phone call and act of kindness recently saved our host. Find out why it shouldn't have been so unexpected. Brought to you by  The First National Bank of Evergre...

Our weekend update releases in the middle of the big EPCC $250 Money Tree Hunt, and we have a major clue for the hunters. In fact, we may have also dropped a hint for those listening closely. Get your Evergreen Park weather, news, events and more in a quick podcast drop before Monday's regular episode. Brought to you by  The First National Bank of Evergreen Park!   Find the account that is right f...

The Dickens Christmas Festival is returning to Evergreen Park on December 4th, and we have Glenn Pniewski and Josie Donovan here with all the details. Frank Murray stops by from the Evergreen Park Public Library with a month of great holiday events and programs for all ages that you won't want to miss. John Brand breaks out some competition beers to taste that are also available for you to try at...

The folks behind the big Evergreen Park Chamber of Commerce $250 Money Tree Hunt happening on November 27th join this episode. They have every detail you will need to compete in this village-wide treasure hunt. Is there a clue or hint already hidden in this episode? The game is afoot! We also visit the Evergreen Park Food Pantry on their busiest day of the week to find out what they are doing for...

Several members of The Stockyard Kilty Band stop by to talk about their 100th Anniversary Tartan Ball on November 20th. Learn how they got started, how you can also start playing the bagpipes, and what happens when you present a member with their Challenge Coin. EPCHS Mustangs Head Coach Jerry Verde wraps up a positive football season. Open Outcry's John Brand provides a barrel-aged stout and a re...

Evergreen Park Village Trustees Mark Marzullo and Norm Anderson have previously faced off in a trivia contest on The EP Podcast. Mark Marzullo won that contest. This time, though, Anderson has brought light-up buzzers and the will to win. Can he defeat his Evergreen Park Trivia nemesis on the field of battle, or will Marzullo crush his dreams for a second time? The two village trustees also talk a...

From a home playoff football game for the EPCHS Mustangs to Halloween festivities all over the village, our weekend update covers it all. EPCHS Head Coach Jerry Verde joins us before his team hosts a round one playoff game in Evergreen Park. Meanwhile the EPPD are looking for a suspicious person caught on a backyard camera, and we're shocked by abnormal Trick-Or-Treat weather. Brought to you by  T...