Lets Talk Local

On this episode of Let’s Talk Local, we sit down with Rachael Winterling of The Winter Inn BBQ Company, a family-run business based in Crystal Lake. Since launching in May 2023, they’ve been creating homemade BBQ...

On this episode of Let’s Talk Local, host Tim Paul sits down with Mike Rataj, the creative force behind Creative Family Memories. Mike shares how his journey began in corporate video production, photography, and...

On this episode of Let’s Talk Local, hosted by Kent Jones, we sit down with Courtney Wander from Innovative Home Concepts to talk about what makes their approach to home remodeling and design truly stand out.Courtney...

On this episode of Let’s Talk Local, hosted by Drew Casaccio, we sit down with Jake Colaizzi, owner of SRC Renovations, to talk about his journey in the construction industry and how he built his company from the ground...

Host Kent Jones sits down with Kelly Vance for a special “Let’s Talk Local Highlight” segment featuring the work of Sunbeams Uganda and their upcoming fundraiser, the Experience Uganda.In this 20-minute conversation...

We dive into the story behind A-Z Chiropractic and how they’re helping families across McHenry County live healthier, pain-free lives. Dr. Hatcher shares what sets their practice apart, the services they offer, and how...

In this 16-minute episode of Let’s Talk Local, host Tim Paul — owner of Piano Trends Music & Company and host of the Around the Piano — sits down with Heather Nelson of Cleanline Cleaning Services.Heather shares how she...

In this engaging episode of Let’s Talk Local, host Drew Casaccio sits down with Austin May, candidate for the McHenry County Board (District 5) and lifelong McHenry County resident focused on lowering property taxes...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Local, we highlight The Courtyard at McHenry, a senior living community dedicated to providing compassionate care, comfort, and connection for older adults in the McHenry County area...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Local, we spotlight Birth to Five Illinois – Region 44, the McHenry County regional hub dedicated to strengthening early childhood services for families with children from birth to age...

🎄✨ Holiday Mash-Up 2025 | A 216 Creator Studios Original ✨🎄Get ready to celebrate the season in true community style! Our Holiday Mash-Up 2025 brings together Let’s Talk Local and Around the Piano for a one-of-a-kind...

In this special episode of Let’s Talk Local, we sit down with Ernelita “Ernie” Dacumos and Steve Steele to shine a spotlight on an incredible annual outreach called Christmas for the Natives — a heartfelt mission...

In this episode, we sit down with Donna Rasmussen, Executive Director of Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Northern Illinois, to discuss how her organization helps individuals and families regain financial...

In this episode of **Let’s Talk Local**, hosts **Drew Cappuccino** and **Kent Jones** sit down with **Andrés Lopez**, owner and executive chef of **Duck a Diet**, the healthy meal-prep and power-bowl company making...

In this episode of Let’s Talk Local, we sit down with Ashley Ephraim, founder of BrightCap Entertainment, to explore his journey from the corporate world to creative storytelling through film and media. Ashley shares...