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The Road Ahead
Every person has a story. Every business has a journey. Every road leads somewhere. The Road Ahead brings you behind the wheel of the people and businesses shaping our community. From local entrepreneurs and community leaders to loyal customers with unforgettable stories, each episode uncovers the experiences, challenges, and moments that have defined their journey. Local connections. Real conversations. Welcome to The Road Ahead.
Episodes
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The Real Value of Your Local Chamber of Commerce | Therese Matthys
What does it really take to build a successful business? According to Therese Matthys, it starts with relationships, reputation, and showing up for your…
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Cancer Surgeon Explains How to Protect Your Future Health | Dr. Barry Rosen
What if the best way to fight cancer is to prevent it before it starts? On this episode of The Road Ahead, the Scarpelli's sit down with Dr. Barry Rosen, a…
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The Truth About High School in 2026 - with Jeremy Schmidt
High school looks a lot different than it did 10 or 20 years ago—but some of the biggest challenges facing teenagers haven't changed at all. On this episode of…
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Inside Chevrolet: The Future of Cars, Dealerships & the Silverado with Antnionio Douthet
Chevrolet District Sales Manager Antionio Douthet joins the Scarpelli's for a behind-the-scenes look at the relationship between Chevrolet and its dealerships…
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More Than Care Packages: What the USO Really Does for Our Troops | Chris Schmidt
What does the USO actually do for the men and women who serve our country? On this episode of The Road Ahead, the Scarpellis. sit down with Chris Schmidt, Area…
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Getting to the Big Leagues Is the Easy Part | Randy Wells
Former Chicago Cubs pitcher Randy Wells joins The Road Ahead to share what life in professional baseball is really like—from long bus rides through the minor…
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Buying Your First Home? Start Here | Pat Smarto - Lakes Realty Group
Buying your first home can feel overwhelming—but it doesn't have to be. This week on The Road Ahead, we're joined by Pat Smarto, broker and owner of Lakes…
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The Secret Behind Long-Term Business Success with Mike Hara
What separates successful investors and business owners from everyone else?In this episode of The Road Ahead, we sit down with longtime entrepreneur and…
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The Truth About the Bears, the New Stadium & Ben Johnson | with Adam Hoge
What does it really take to cover one of the NFL's most talked-about franchises? In this episode of The Road Ahead, We welcome longtime Chicago Bears reporter…
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What Makes Fox Lake Special? A Conversation with Mayor Donny Schmit
In the very first episode of The Road Ahead, the Scarpelli's sit down with Fox Lake Mayor Donny Schmit to discuss leadership, community, and what it takes to…
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The Road Ahead - Official Trailer 1
Every person has a story. Every business has a journey. Every road leads somewhere. The Road Ahead brings you behind the wheel of the people and businesses…