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Local podcast from Evergreen Park, for Evergreen Park! New weekly episodes out every Tuesday, with ”Football Friday” in the Fall!

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Local podcast from Evergreen Park, for Evergreen Park! New weekly episodes out every Tuesday, with ”Football Friday” in the Fall!

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English

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708-459-8406


Episodes
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A New Tune In Most Holy Redeemer's Parish

11/4/2025
Father Tom Hurley joins us after taking the reigns at Most Holy Redeemer to explain why music means so much to a congregation. Hear about the changes he has made and what his focus will be as pastor at the church he started at decades ago. And if you already thought AI was unsettling, wait until you hear the story at the end of this podcast! Video version on YouTube! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:35:45

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Football Friday: 2025 Season Wrap-Up

10/31/2025
The Evergreen Park Mustangs (4-5) missed the postseason, but Coach Ram sees positives and good things ahead. We wrap up the season with the head coach. Video Version available on The EP Podcast YouTube Channel. Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:14:01

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Halloween Into the Hollidays In Evergreen Park

10/29/2025
Find out why The Classmate in Evergreen Park is the best kept secret around when it comes to local holiday shopping. Try the new lunch menu at Spoke & Vine as Frank Murray announces some pretty big Evergreen Park Public Library events. It's all in "30 Minutes of Good!" Video version on YouTube! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:33:39

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Football Friday: EPCHS Gets A Win And Looks For One More

10/23/2025
A big win last weekend got the Mustangs back to .500 with one game left to play. Can David beat Goliath for a playoff berth as EPCHS takes on Richards? Coach Ram joins us to discuss. Video Version available on The EP Podcast YouTube Channel. Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:14:09

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District 124's Plan For The Future

10/21/2025
Evergreen Park School District 124 has revealed a plan to build a new central Middle School and improve all of their other school buildings. Voters are now expected to decide if the price is right for them in March. We sit down with School Board President Michael Aumiller to ask questions and get answers for you. Plus, we visit OSF Little Company of Mary to hear about some unsung heroes at the hosptital. Video version on YouTube! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:37:28

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Football Friday: Building An Evergreen Park Program

10/16/2025
In the midst of a losing streak, Coach Ram opens up about the bigger picture when it comes to building a program at EPCHS. Get some insight into what is coming to this Mustangs program as they look ahead to Argo on Friday night. Video Version available on The EP Podcast YouTube Channel. Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:13:35

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Colorful Berries

10/14/2025
See one of Evergreen Park's newest businesses as we visit Colorful Berries at 93rd & Kedzie. Amy Kazmierowicz stops by from EPCHS to recap Fan Fest, promote an exciting new musical at the high school and talk about her role with student government. Plus, all of the happenings this weekend in "30 Minutes of Good!" Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:28:11

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Football Friday: Mustangs Start Crucial 3-Game Run

10/9/2025
After a quick start to the season, the Evergreen Park Community High School Mustangs are 3-3 with three games to go in the regular season, and they need at least two wins for a postseason berth. Coach Ram recaps a loss to Oak Lawn last Friday and looks ahead to Eisenhower and a crucial final set of games. Video Version available on The EP Podcast YouTube Channel. Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:13:25

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Scenes From Your 2025 EP Oktoberfest (Video Version)

10/7/2025
Welcome to Evergreen Park's Oktoberfest! Take a trip around the biggest Oktoberfest the village has ever thrown with appearances by Mayor Kelly Burke, State Representative Rick Ryan, Spoke & Vine, Craic And The Carriage, Mi Amor and Kelly Kelly from the Rec Department. Check out the sights, sounds, food and music with us! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:29:27

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Scenes From Your 2025 EP Oktoberfest (Audio Version)

10/7/2025
Welcome to Evergreen Park's Oktoberfest! Take a trip around the biggest Oktoberfest the village has ever thrown with appearances by Mayor Kelly Burke, State Representative Rick Ryan, Spoke & Vine, Craic And The Carriage, Mi Amor and Kelly Kelly from the Rec Department. Check out the sights, sounds, food and music with us! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:29:25

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EPCHS Football Friday: 3-2 Mustangs Travel To Oak Lawn

10/2/2025
The injury bug hit the Mustangs hard last week, but they plan to rebound in a big game against Oak Lawn this Friday night. Coach Ram fills us in on the past two weeks and where his team is at going into this crucial matchup. Video Version available on The EP Podcast YouTube Channel. Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:14:08

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The Wine Before Oktoberfest (Audio Version)

9/30/2025
As Evergreen Park prepares for the annual Oktoberfest party coming this Saturday, we sit down at Spoke & Vine to see a long-time plan come to fruition. The Librarian Frank Murray joins Chris for champagne, a celebration and some solid laughs as we also break down EVERY Halloween and October event residents of all ages can attend in the coming weeks! Video Version also available on most podcast players and at The EP Podcast YouTube Channel. Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:31:39

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The Wine Before Oktoberfest (Video Version)

9/30/2025
As Evergreen Park prepares for the annual Oktoberfest party coming this Saturday, we sit down at Spoke & Vine to see a long-time plan come to fruition. The Librarian Frank Murray joins Chris for champagne, a celebration and some solid laughs as we also break down EVERY Halloween and October event residents of all ages can attend in the coming weeks! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:29:38

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EPCHS Football Friday: Mustangs Ready For Homecoming

9/25/2025
The Evergreen Park Mustangs took their first loss of the season last weekend. Can they bounce back in front of the Homecoming crowd? Coach Ram breaks it all down during a busy (and fun) week that includes a huge community Fan Fest before Friday's game. Video Version available on The EP Podcast YouTube Channel. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you today! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:15:44

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$10,000 In Pumpkins?

9/23/2025
Find out what goes into making a high-energy youth play as we sit down with several of the folks presenting "High Scjool Musical Jr" this coming weekend in Evergreen Park. Then learn how you can make your life a lot easier this holiday season (and in future seasons) with our resident professional organizer Colleen Klimczak as we ask if paying for professional decorating services makes sense. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you today! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:32:50

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EPCHS Football Friday: 3-0 Mustangs Want Every Win

9/18/2025
After another convincing win, Coach Jim Ramazinski is proud of his team and reminding them to keep up their focus. Hear about the Mustangs' latest win against Tinley Park and prepare for a game against Shepard that means something a little more after last year's loss. Video Version available on The EP Podcast YouTube Channel. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you today! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:15:21

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Fall Excitement At Evergreen Park Schools

9/16/2025
We're checking in with two Evergreen Park schools this week. As Homecoming approaches for the still undefeated Evergreen Park Mustangs, Amy Kazin joins us from EPCHS with the biggest Fan Fest yet! Hear why next week is going to bring fun for all ages street festival-style. Dr Jenna Moller, your principal at Central Middle School, also stops by to talk about what is happening in her building and how a great culture starts with happy teachers. Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you today! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his 9-foot homemade basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:30:18

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EPCHS Football Friday: Mustangs Off To A Confident Start

9/11/2025
Coach Ram's Evergreen Park Mustangs are 2-0, breaking big plays and feeling confident. We dive into what that confidence can create as the season goes on. Tinley Park is next at home on Friday night. Pre-game here with Coach Ram on The EP Podcast! Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you today! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:11:36

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Parental Support & Margaritas

9/9/2025
Sometimes the kids just drive you nuts! We have the show that is going to save you. First, Kelly Kelly stops by from the Evergreen Park Recreation Department with Oktoberfest and Halloween Parade details. Afterwards we learn the true nature of the EP Rec Department. They're out there saving families! Then we go back to Mi Amor, one of Evergreen Park's new restaurants. They have menu additions with an upcoming event that will help your wallet and feed your belly! Digest "30 Minutes of Good!" Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you today! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his 9-foot homemade basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:35:35

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EPCHS Football Friday: 1-0 Mustangs At Home This Week

9/5/2025
The Evergreen Park Mustangs won their opener last Thursday night and Coach Ram is in our new studio with the recap. What is it like playing coaches you like? How do you focus on games and still develop players? Does Coach Ram play fantasy football? We also preview their home opener against Longwood! Go Mustangs! Brought to you by The First National Bank of Evergreen Park! Find the account that is right for you today! Get the latest news and information concerning everything going on in and around Evergreen Park and stay connected to your neighbors! Evergreen Park residents join Chris Lanuti at his basement bar each week. Listen, interact & get all of your free subscription options at theEPpodcast.com​!

Duration:00:11:42