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What's Up St. Charles Podcast
The What's Up St. Charles Podcast takes you face to face with the people, organizations and businesses that make St. Charles one of the best places to live. Explore St. Charles Stories, updates from our hosts Nick and Nate and so much more!
Episodes
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Spooky Stories (rereleased)
For Halloween this year, we're revisiting a previous episode where we talked on spooky St. Charles history and stories. In 2024, we had St. Charles Historian…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - St. Charles Women's Club
Ready to enjoy downtown St. Charles FORE a great cause? We met with the St. Charles Women's Club President, Nikki Nelson, to talk about their upcoming…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - The Vault Hot Yoga Studio
Things are heating up on this episode as get ready for a new business and Scarecrow Weekend! Megan Styba, the owner of the Vault Hot Yoga Studio, is looking to…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - The Dance Lab's Dancing with the Local Stars!
The stars are getting ready to align as we caught up with the owner of The Dance Lab, Brittni Thorne, to see how things are going at the studio and learn about…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastNick and Fall 2026 Update
Fall is here in St. Charles, and Nick and Nate look ahead at some events that you can take part in right here this season. From experiencing Scarecrow Weekend…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - fire + wine
We're fired up for this episode! We invited BG Hospitality Group's Director of Operations, Tony Burger, as well the the amazing Chef Mike on our podcast to…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Jimmy Farace
Jazz Weekend is almost here! We got a bit nostalgic this episode as we brought Jimmy Farace - an amazing jazz musician and composer from St. Charles - who…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Arcada 100 Year Celebration
Just as we sat on the center of Arcada's iconic stage, we're putting Arcada in the center stage on this episode as we talked with Onesti Entertainment…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastWhat's Up St. Charles Podcast 8th Anniversary Episode
Happy 8th Anniversary to the What's Up St. Charles Podcast! Get ready for some laughs and fun facts as the Alliance staff prepare for the ultimate staff trivia…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Farewell Ava!
As we head towards the end of the summer, we also are saying farewell to our summer intern, Ava Murnane. We talked about how her summer went, her favorite…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Perspire Sauna Studio
SAThis episode was no sweat as we sat down in a sauna studio (which was off of course!) with Perspire Sauna Studio owner, Nick Latko, and talked about the…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Simple Ej's
We're diving into a world of great food, sports and community on this episode as we talked with Simple EJ's and Baylis Hospitality owner, Erik Baylis, about…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Fox Den Cooking Expansion
Fox Den Cooking has expanded as they now have a new space at 141 S. First Street. We talked with the owner, Jessica Evans, about having a bigger space, how…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastNick and Nate Summer Update 2026
It's time for the 2026 Nick and Nate Summer Update! We're ready to explore everything coming as we enter the second half of the summer. Come find out about…
What's Up St. Charles Podcast2026 STC Six Draft
Year 5 of the STC Six is on the horizon. And it’s going to be a big one! Across St. Charles, brewers are sharpening their craft and preparing for a clash of…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Volunteerism ft. Sue Klinkhamer
We're talking volunteerism on this podcast and we brought in former St. Charles mayor and longtime volunteer, Sue Klinkhamer, on our podcast to talk about some…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - McNally's Irish Pub
Get ready - the World Cup is starting soon and McNally's Irish Pub is going to be a great place to watch the games! We had McNally's Irish Pub Owner, Maurice…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - St. Charles Soccer, World Cup and more!
We had a (soccer) ball on this episode as we invited St. Charles Mayor, Clint Hull, and his son and St. Charles Park District Athletics Manager, TC Hull, to…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Dan Fenn Podcast
The St. Charles Fine Art Show is this weekend - Saturday, May 23rd and Sunday, May 24th! We're getting ready for the show as we interview Dan Fenn, a longtime…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastNate and Nate May/June 2026 Update
Nick and Nate are shifting gears to focus on talking about the walkability and bikeability of St. Charles, while also talking about some May/June St. Charles…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - The Birdie Collective
This episode is the one FORE you! We invited Derek Cooper, the owner of The Birdie Collective, to talk about his indoor golf simulator lounge and how the…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - The Southern Café
Ready for a dose of Southern charm here in St. Charles? Come check out The Southern Café as we interview the owner Darpan Patel about the restaurant, some of…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Swabys on Fifth
"April showers bring May flowers." Well Swabys flowers that is! Swabys on Fifth owner, Megan Wetzel, joined us on the podcast to talk about the store's over 95…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Club Pilates
Lights, camera, pilates! On this week’s episode, we interviewed Colleen Schramm, the Club Pilates St. Charles General Manager, about what Club Pilate’s classes…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Fox Social
Get ready for an episode that raises the bar - it's time to learn about Fox Social! Brynn Greenhagel and Katie Royer joined us on the podcast to talk about Fox…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - The Twisted Gypsy
We've got a gem of an episode for you! The Twisted Gypsy owner, Bridgette Foster, joined us on the podcast to talk about everything you can find at The Twisted…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Heinz Brother Greenhouse Garden Center
Spring has started and the growing season is coming soon! Christa Bormann, Heinz Brothers Greenhouse Garden Center manager, joined us on the podcast to talk…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastNick and Nate 2026 Spring Update
We're almost to spring! To help everyone prepare to have a phenomenal spring in St. Charles, Nick and Nate talked about upcoming spring events to have on your…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - McNally's Heating & Cooling and Western Irish Setter Club
The 2026 St. Charles St. Patrick's Parade is almost here so we thought it would be fun to bring in some cool guests that raise the woof. In our first segment…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Becky's Bouquets
We're getting ready for spring in St. Charles and what better way to talk about flowers with Becky's Bouquets! Becky's Bouquets owner Becky Perry joined us on…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Gait + Main
Time to get comfy and cozy as we talk about Gait + Main, St. Charles' newest athleisure store! Gait + Main owner Abby Komes joined us on the podcast to talk…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Playa
We have our own slice of paradise here as Playa has joined the St. Charles community! The owner Playa, Carlos Arechiga, joined us to share how Playa can become…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Spa Bleü
We've got plenty of style on this episode as Spa Bleü Founder, Tammy Coakley, joined us on the podcast to talk about Spa Bleü's amazing array of services, the…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Chef Abdul Mediterranean
It's St. Charles Restaurant Week and we are shining the spotlight on Chef Abdul Mediterranean! We sat down with Chef Abdul and his daughter, Layla, to learn…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastNick and Nate Winter Update
Despite the cold, St. Charles is heating up with events as we start 2026! Nick and Nate talk Restaurant Week, Valentine's Day and more on this Nick and Nate…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Brother Chimp Brewing
There's a lot of monkeying around on this episode as we talked with Brother Chimp Brewing's owner and founder, Steve Newman, about Brother Chimp's new location…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - The Basement Gym
We're back for our first episode in 2026! Let's talk New Years resolutions and fitness goals with The Basement Gym co-owners Daniela Shales and John Daum, and…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Rec Haus
This episode is all fun & games as Erik Gilly, the owner of Rec Haus, joined us to talk about the joys of pinball, all the games and entertainment you can find…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Mr. Marco's Jewelers
We got a re-Marco-ble podcast for you as we sat down with the owners of Mr. Marco's Jewelers, Mark Anthony & Payal DeToni to talk about Mr. Marco's history…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastNick & Nate Update - A Visit From Santa and St. Charles Holiday events!
We have a very special guest who made his way from the North Pole to come on our podcast... the man himself, Santa Claus! We talk about the Holidays in St…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Chris Witaske & the Electric Christmas Parade
For the 25th anniversary of the nighttime Electric Christmas Parade, we invited actor Chris Witaske to be our Grand Marshal for this year's Electric Christmas…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Q Center
It's time to shine the spotlight on Q Center, the Midwest's largest full-service conference center! We invited some of Q center's expert sales team, Roderick…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Chipko Market
Get ready to turn your reusable containers into treasures as we brought in Vandana Singh-Planis, the owner of the Chipko Market, on our podcast to talk about…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Campbell Creations
This is one episode you won't be BOARD of - we welcome back Shawn Campbell, co-owner of Campbell Creations, to the What's Up St. Charles Podcast to talk about…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Smallcakes
Time for a sweet treat as we dive into a world of cupcakes with Candy & Tiffany from the Smallcakes St. Charles location. We also talk about their delicious…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Gallery of Ghoulish Homes
Get ready for one of the most spook-tacular events around with the Gallery of Ghoulish Homes Tour! St. Charles Park District Recreation Supervisor Abby Fleming…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Coroco Coffee
We're checking in to see what's brewing at Coroco Coffee! Coroco Coffee owner, Karen Weckerly, joined Nick and Nate to talk about their new specialty drink…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastNick and Nate Fall 2025 Update
Get ready for Fall 2025 in St. Charles with Nick and Nate! On this episode, they talk upcoming fall events, shopping opportunities, signature St. Charles fall…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Fox Haven Square
We're checking in to see what's developing at Fox Haven Square! GSI Family Office Property Manager AJ Jaffe joined us on the podcast to share the news about…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Steel Beam Theatre
On this episode, we're putting Steel Beam Theatre Board Member, Peter Dytrych, center stage as we talk about Steel Beam's upcoming performances, how to support…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Moonlight Theatre
It's almost time for the 2025 Jazz Weekend! Get ready to see some amazing performances around town at venues such as Moonlight Theatre. Moonlight Theatre…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Vatan Indian Kitchen
Time to spice it up with Vatan Indian Kitchen! Vatan Co-Owner Maulik Kholakiya joined us on the podcast to talk about his amazing, new Indian restaurant, do a…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Thank You Ainsley!
Join Nick and Nate in saying see you soon to our 2025 summer intern, Ainsley Strachan! We reminisce on another summer that flew by and all the things Ainsley…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Clint Hull
Today we invite St. Charles Mayor, Clint Hull, to join us on the podcast to learn more about Clint and his journey to becoming Mayor, how things are going in…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - St. Charles Arts Council
Break out your paint brushes, it's almost time for the St. Charles Arts Council's Plein Air event, which is coming on August 18th. St. Charles Art's Council…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Sage Healing Collective
Let's get ready to kick back, relax and unwind with Sage Healing Collective! Sage Healing Collective owner Dr. Emily Loveland joined us on the podcast to talk…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Dick Pond Athletics
Did you know Dick Pond is 56 years old and the oldest running shoe store in America? We talked with the St. Charles location's new manager, Jason Noel, about…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastNick and Nate Update - Summer 2025 Update
Don't let your summer be a bummer - check out Nick and Nate as their update focuses on all the upcoming summer events and activities in the last stretch of…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Charlie Fox's
Order up! Hot out the pizza oven, we got some stories for you about Charlie Fox's here in St. Charles! Charlie Fox's owner, Dani Morelli, and marketing…
What's Up St. Charles PodcastSt. Charles Stories - Fox Valley Aero Club
Careful - this episode flies by as we had so much fun learning about the Fox Valley Aero Club. We had Dale Gathman, Dave Murray and Todd Culbertson on to talk…