The Local

The Local

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The Local episodes

  • Getting to Know the New President: Jamie Mayfield President of the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce

    In this episode of The Local, host Marc Horner is joined by Meg Goodman and special guest Jamie Mayfield, El Presidente of the Wheaton Chamber of Commerce. Jamie shares insights about her predecessor Vicky Austin and expresses excitement about the podcast's contribution to the Wheaton business community.  Learn about new initiatives aimed at enhancing community engagement and local business support.  Two notable programs are "Good Morning Wheaton" and "Wheaton Wednesdays."

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    32 min
  • Meet Fenmore: A Day in the Life of a Service Dog in Training: Suzanne Treudt Volunteer of Canine Companions

    In this episode of The Local, host Marc Horner welcomes special guest Suzanne Treudt from Canine Companions, along with her one-year-old yellow lab, Fenmore. They discuss the mission which provides highly trained assistance dogs to people with disabilities at no cost to them!  You’ll be moved by this episode and may even end up becoming a volunteer. 

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    36 min
  • PT Barnum Is Alive & Well – Mike Benard Executive Director
    Mike proudly discusses the 1,000+ acres and 50+ park sites managed by the Park District team, the behind-the-scenes action and “never stop improving” attitude and the evolution of a dry Wheaton to the wildly popular Brewfest and Cream of Wheaton that all come together to make such a successful Wheaton Park District. He fondly recalls how he began his career 40 years ago as a “parkee” and proudly describes the power of front-line, first-time jobs that teach valuable lifelong lessons that have jump started many careers and even led to a marriage or two. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking
    here!
    49 min
  • The Art and Science of Chiropractic Care with Dr. Michael Quintana

    We're excited to share our latest episode of The Local! Join host Marc Horner and co-host Meg Goodman as they dive into the world of chiropractic care with special guest Dr. Michael Quintana.  Discover how chiropractic goes beyond just adjustments and can truly enhance your overall well-being.  Tune in to this episode for practical tips from Dr. Quintana!

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    44 min
  • Liberace, Kentucky Derby Winner and a Speak Easy- The Danada House Debbie Brooks, Executive Director and Claire Svehla, History Consultant

    Curious about the local legends of Wheaton? Our latest episode features stories of famous visitors to Danada House, including Liberace and Jimmy Durante! Tune in for a trip down memory lane with our host Marc Horner and co-host Meg Goodman and special guests Debbie Brooks and Claire Svehla as they share fascinating stories about the Rices, their famous racehorses and the incredible history of this hidden gem!

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    38 min
  • “Yes, And...” The Local Podcast with Mark Salisbury

    We are excited to share our latest episode featuring a fascinating conversation with Mark Salisbury, our college process tuition negotiator extraordinaire! While we typically delve into financial topics, this episode takes a unique turn as we explore the role of improvisation in both personal and professional settings.

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    42 min
  • With a 'C' or a 'K'? Dr. Mark Myers, Wheaton Family Chiropractic
    In this episode of The Local, host Marc Horner and co-host Meg Goodman sit down with Dr. Mark Myers of Wheaton Family Chiropractic. After sorting out whether spelling their names with a 'c' or 'k' are more appropriate, we find out that chiropractic care is much more than just 'cracking backs' - and Dr. Myers shares with us how a family medical issue guided him towards finding chiropractic as his career. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking
    here!
    43 min
  • Vodka and Big Macs! Timothy Meyers, Professor of Arts, Culinary & Hospitality of College of DuPage

    Join Marc Horner and co-host Meg Goodman of The Local as they have a dive into the world of hospitality and cosmetology with Tim Meyers from the College of DuPage! Ever wondered how to cook the perfect turkey or make the perfect Bloody Mary?  Tim shares his favorite pro tips and even some hilarious stories from his time on the Butterball Turkey Hotline and plenty more!

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    36 min
  • Innovative Solutions to Homelessness: How DuPage PADS Is Changing Lives – Chad Pedigo DuPage PADS

    In this episode of The Local, host Marc Horner and co-host Meg Goodman welcome Chad Pedigo from DuPage PADS. Chad shares the evolution of DuPage Pads, from its humble beginnings in the 1980s to its innovative response during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the transition to hotel-based sheltering. "Homelessness is a point in time in someone's life, not their defining characteristic." - Chad Pedigo. Discover how DuPage Pads is changing lives and restoring dignity in our latest episode!

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    43 min
  • Using Art To Tell a Story – Debbie Venezia of Arts DuPage

    We're excited to share our latest episode of The Local! Join host Marc Horner and co-host Meg Goodman with special guest Debbie Venezia, Director of Arts DuPage as they explore the vibrant arts scene in DuPage County. Discover how art drives our local economy and is a field rich with opportunities. 

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    46 min

About The Local

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The Local was a podcast featuring conversations with residents and business owners of Wheaton, Illinois, sharing the everyday stories that make the community special. While new episodes are no longer…