Sunday, June 16, 2024By Rev. Dr. Jonathan Mumme

On this heartfelt episode of The Local, the team honors and reminisces with Vickie Austin on how the idea of The Local was born. As she bids farewell to Wheaton and heads back to her homeland in Arizona where she plans on beginning a new exciting chapter! Vickie's enthusiasm for the podcast and the stories shared are infectious. A must listen to th…

In this special follow-up episode we had the pleasure of welcoming back Dr. Sheri Billing from The Hearing Doctors, along with her successor, Dr. Ashley Goryl. We talked about life transitions including starting a business, selling a business, buying a business, retirement and working with family. Another chock full episode! Do you have a guest ide…

In this episode, we had a fantastic conversation with Erin Inman from Primera Engineers, discussing a wide range of topics from her experiences growing up in different countries to her journey of acquiring and running a successful engineering firm. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking here!…

Sunday, June 9, 2024By Pastor Eamonn Ferguson

Friends for 35 years (wow, are they both getting old), join the conversation with our guest Paul Hawkinson and host Marc Horner. As college buddies, basketball teammates and with more than one golf trip under their belts, our guess is there is a lot more to discuss (with a lot less maturity) then talking about their recent visit to Statesville pris…

Sunday, June 2, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

John shared his inspiring journey from the inception of a unique golf tee to developing a revolutionary one-size-fits-all golf glove and other innovative golf products. His story is a testament to the power of creativity, perseverance, and entrepreneurial spirit in transforming simple ideas into game-changing products. You will be smiling ear to ea…

Sunday, May 26, 2024By Pastor Alvaro Witt Duarte

Join us on The Local podcast as we chat with John Trompeter from ComForCare Home Care. John discusses the importance of home health care, the challenges families face when caring for loved ones, and the role of professionals in providing quality care. Do you have a guest idea for The Local? Reach out to us by clicking here!…

Sunday, May 19, 2024By Rev. Dr. Patrick Bayens

Thursday, May 16, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

Learn the true meaning of “in sickness and health” with our guest, two-time cancer survivor, Phil Zielke of Phil’s Friends. Phil shares the story of battling cancer and how his eyes were opened to the power of seemingly small gestures of kindness. Hear how “Phil’s Friends” uses the power of good old fashioned care packages to deliver personalized a…

Sunday, May 12, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

Thursday, May 9, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

Join us on The Local podcast as we dive into the transformative journey of St. Francis High School with President Phil Kerr. From safety initiatives, academic excellence, and the secret sauce that makes St. Francis, this episode is a must-listen! Their dedication to continuous improvement and culture of excellence and community impact all contribut…

Sunday, May 5, 2024By Rev. Dr. Patrick Bayens

Sunday, May 5, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

Thursday, May 2, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

Marc Horner and guest co-host Meg Goodman speak to Justin Witte, the Billy Bean of the art world! The conversation delves into the unique artwork in Mark's office, emphasizing the impact of original pieces in creating a vibrant environment. Justin reveals the trials and tribulations of running exhibits, from logistics to security (cue James Bond th…

Sunday, April 28, 2024By Pastor Alvaro Witt Duarte

Sunday, April 28, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

Friday, April 26, 2024By Pastor Alvaro Witt Duarte

Thursday, April 25, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

I am thrilled to announce the latest episode of The Local podcast, where we had the pleasure of hosting Moyra Gorski, a local wellness entrepreneur extraordinaire. An informative podcast where Moyra explains you must set boundaries for yourself and get off the emotional roller coaster of life – nobody’s coming! She encouraged listeners to pay atten…

Sunday, April 21, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

Sunday, April 21, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

🎙️☕️ In Part 2 of The Local podcast with Pete Leonard, the founder of I Have a Bean, we dive headfirst into the full (and delicious) world of coffee! :) Discover Pete's journey from home roasting enthusiast to creator of a unique coffee roasting business that not only produces top-tier coffee, but also provides employment opportunities for individu…

Sunday, April 14, 2024By Pastor Scott Bruzek

Sunday, April 14, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

Thursday, April 11, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

From roasting his dorm room to roasting beans, listen how this Jack Of All Trades curiosity and willingness to embrace new experiences allowed him to venture into the world of coffee roasting. Pete's journey serves as a reminder that life is full of unexpected twists and turns, and sometimes the most fulfilling paths are the ones we least expect. M…

Sunday, April 7, 2024By Dr. Erik Ankerberg

On this episode of The Local, Marc Horner & co-host Vickie Austin are joined by Dr. Brian Madvig of Arbor Clinical Associates to discuss wealth management beyond stocks and bonds. From the therapeutic benefits of golf, to navigating retirement challenges, this episode explores the importance of family, career, community, and finding fulfillment in …

Sunday, March 31, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

Thursday, March 28, 2024By Pastor Scott Bruzek

A PSA podcast if ever there was one! Did you know that hearing loss can be linked to dementia and how Medicare doesn’t cover the cost! Learn more about this important connection and the importance of getting a hearing baseline at age 50. Worried how they’ll look? Don’t - these are not your grandma’s hearing aids – you’ll “hear” how the new hearing …

Sunday, March 24, 2024By Pastor Alvaro Witt Duarte

Sunday, March 24, 2024By Rev. Dr. Patrick Bayens

Friday, March 22, 2024By Pastor Alvaro Witt Duarte

Thursday, March 21, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

Dr. Paul Callaway, Director of Golf Fitness at Cantigny Golf Academy, regales with stories from Pat Riley of the Lakers to learning at the hand of the golf legend Jack Nicklaus. On how Jack's meticulous visualization of his shots and outcomes highlighted the crucial role the mind plays in performance, not just in golf but in all aspects of life. In…

Sunday, March 17, 2024By Rev. Dr. Jonathan Mumme

Sunday, March 17, 2024By Rev. Dr. Patrick Bayens

Friday, March 15, 2024By Pastor Alvaro Witt Duarte

Thursday, March 14, 2024By Pastor Marcus Nelson

Changing from coordinating rock & roll bands to helping families navigate senior living options is less of a leap than it might sound. Join us for a heartwarming discussion as Melinda Smith shares her experience and reveals unexpected similarities between luxury hospitality and senior care where the details matter. For both. Her story is an insight…

Sunday, March 10, 2024By Rev. Josemon Hoem

Sunday, March 10, 2024By Rev. Dr. Patrick Bayens

Saturday, March 9, 2024By Pastor Scott Bruzek