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Hey Elmhurst!
The Hey Elmhurst! podcast is your local source for everything happening in Elmhurst, IL! Hosted by Amara and Jeff (the duo behind Hey Elmhurst!), each episode covers the recent news you need to know, the new businesses and developments coming soon, and the can't-miss events happening that week. From new restaurant openings to local history to the events filling up your weekend, we keep up on all things Elmhurst so you don't have to!
Episodes
- Hey Elmhurst!
6 Holiday Events You Can’t Miss in Elmhurst!
The holiday season in Elmhurst is about to be packed! 🎄 This week, Jeff and I count down six holiday events you’ll want to put on your calendar, from the…
- Hey Elmhurst!
The Cemetery Nobody in Elmhurst Remembers...
There’s a forgotten cemetery in Elmhurst, and you’ve definitely shopped on top of it. 👻 This week, Jeff and I dig into the eerie story of Cottage Hill…
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Why Are There Cemeteries on Elmhurst’s Campus?!
Have you ever walked past Elmhurst University and wondered why there’s a cemetery on campus? 👻 This week, Jeff and I dig into the THREE different cemeteries…
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Elmhurst’s Most Beloved Building Is Haunted?!
Did you know our most beloved wedding venue might also be our most haunted building? 👻 This week, Jeff and I dig into the spooky history of Wilder Mansion…
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Elmhurst Has Been in Hollywood Movies?!
Did you know our town has quietly become a Hollywood backdrop? 🎬 This week, Jeff and I dig into all the movies and TV shows filmed right here in Elmhurst, from…
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The Midnight Explosion That Named Spring Road...
Have you ever wondered why Spring Road is called Spring Road? 🌊 This week, Jeff and I dig into the surprising story behind the name, and it all traces back to…
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A Famous Instrument Made in Elmhurst?!
Did you know one of the most iconic instruments in music history is headquartered right here in Elmhurst?! 🎹 This week, Jeff and I dig into the story of the…
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The Flood That Changed Elmhurst Forever...
Did you know the worst flood in Elmhurst's history led to one of the biggest engineering projects in the country? 🌊 This week, Jeff and I dig into the flood of…
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The Famous Homes Hiding on Elmhurst's Streets...
Did you know three of history's most famous architects designed buildings right here in Elmhurst? 🏛️ This week, Jeff and I dig into the incredible…
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What's the Oldest Bar in Elmhurst?!
Do you know what the oldest bar in Elmhurst is? 🍺 This week, Jeff and I dig into the history of the Spring Inn, the oldest bar in town, and the surprising…
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The Oldest Thing in Elmhurst Isn't What You Think...
Did you know there's a spot in Elmhurst that's THOUSANDS of years old? 🌾 This week, Jeff and I dig into the oldest living thing in town, a little patch of…
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Elmhurst Had a Horse Racing Track?!
Did you know there used to be a horse racing track in Elmhurst? 🐎 This week, Jeff and I dig into the wild history of a horse racing track that once sat right…
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Which Elmhurst Park Are You?!
This week, I'm making Jeff take a personality quiz to figure out which Elmhurst park he really is. And you can take the quiz along with us to find out which…
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How Old is Elmhurst's Oldest Restaurant?!
What's the oldest restaurant in Elmhurst? 🍔 This week, Jeff and I are counting down the 3 oldest restaurants still serving in Elmhurst...the oldest one opened…
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Where do we meet people in town?!
We used to have a 4th of July parade?! 🎉 In this episode, Jeff and I dive into Elmhurst's surprising 4th of July history including a decades-long parade that…
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The Question Everyone Keeps Asking Me...
In this episode, we cover Candycopia's Guinness World Record attempt, the wave of new businesses that just opened (Spark, Maple & Yolk, and Zodiac Cafe), and…