Always Andersonville: The Podcast

Episode 135 - The story of Visionary Eye Care with Jamar Holloway

This week, Joelle and Kaylee are joined by Jamar Holloway of Visionary Eye Care in Andersonville at 5222 N Clark. Visionary believes that balancing great eye care and great eyewear is not an act; it’s their commitment to you. They’ve mastered the balance for over 25 years, bringing you expertise and style simultaneously. The team of doctors bring an incredible depth of knowledge to your care in order to bring you the best patient experience. Visionary won’t let you walk out looking anything short of your best, and they want their commitment to your care to shine through. You’ll see.

Episode 134 - The story of Mango Pickle with Marisa Paolillo

This week, Joelle and Kaylee are joined by Marisa Paolillo, owner of Mango Pickle. Mango Pickle is a delicious bistro with Indian influences. They offer a number of different dishes, such as curries, various regional dishes, and are currently offering an impressive seasonal supper series. They also offer great cocktails and Indian coffee and tea. With the great reviews they’ve received, there’s no question that Mango Pickle is a must-go at 5842 N Broadway. 

Episode 133 - The Story of Mia Sakai and Tim Hannifan of Ándale Market

This week, Laura and Joelle are joined by Mia Sakai and Tim Hannifan, owners of Ándale Market, the fan favorite “bodega with swag” that opened this past December, 2020. Ándale offers a curated selection of goods on-the-go, from pantry items you never knew you needed to gourmet chocolate bars, puzzles, pretty pink dog poop bags, soup kits and more at 5232 N Clark.

Episode 132 - They story of Stephanie Sinnot of Sandbox Baby Boutique

This week, Joelle and Kaylee are joined by Stephanie Sinnott owner of Sandbox Baby Boutique opening soon at 5349 N Clark. Stephanie is a Chicago native and has lived in the Andersonville area for six years. She hopes that Sandbox will be a hub for parents, parents-to-be and anyone with a child in their life by offering a number of different sustainable products and clothing lines. We are very excited to welcome her to the Neighborhood.

Episode 131 - The story of brain surgeon Dr. Julian E. Bailes of NorthShore Medical Group

This week, Laura and Joelle are joined by Dr. Julian E. Bailes, Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at NorthShore University HealthSystem and a surgeon specializing in Spinal Disorders, Brain Disorders, and Neoplasm who is currently bringing his expertise to local patients via The Clark here in Andersonville. We are excited to jump into this conversation with Dr. Bailes to learn more about cutting edge treatments in the industry, his time spent as an NFL physician, and his expertise in the field surrounding brain injury, particularly with concussions.

Episode 130 -The story of Men's Grooming Parlor with Matt Leyes

This week, David and Kaylee are joined by Matt Leyes, owner and esthetician of Men’s Grooming Parlor. Matt’s commitment to men’s skin care keeps him at the top of his profession by staying up to date on the best, safest and most exciting new developments in skin care. At The Men’s Grooming Parlor, you will see that his skill and knowledge mix seamlessly with his charming personality to make for a fun, relaxing experience that will keep you looking and feeling your best.

Episode 129 - The story of Whole Hearted Psychotherapy with Jacques Gourguechon

This week, Joelle and Kaylee are joined by Jacques Gourguechon, of Whole Hearted Psychotherapy. Jacques is a licensed professional counselor who is interested in helping couples struggling with issues of trust - be it affairs, alcoholism, behavioral addictions or estrangement. No matter how down you might feel, he believes that each person has certain inherent strengths, and identifying and building on these strengths fortifies you emotionally and leads to sustainable change.

Episode 128 - The story of Überlube with Cheryl Sloane and Searah Deysach + Hygge Fest Roundup

This week, we are joined by Cheryl Sloane, Brand Manager of Überlube. Überlube was a quest that began in 2002 and was created with sex in mind. Überlube is batched, tested, and bottled in a Chicago-area facility, and currently only three people know the formula. Ultimately, when you use Überlube you are using a product that’s all about helping you feel and be your best, and its first job is to make you feel amazing. You can find Überlube locally in Andersonville at Early to Bed and Cowboys and Astronauts as well as online at uberlube.com. This episode also welcomes the return of Searah Deysach, owner of Early to Bed!

Don't miss our Andersonville Hygge Fest Roundup at the end of the episode. Tune in for information on what we have planned for this month!

Episode 127 - The story of OBJEKT Architecture with Kristin Fogarty-Yi

This week, Laura and Kaylee (our new Chicago Semester intern) are joined by Kristin Fogarty-Yi of OBJEKT Architecture. OBJEKT Architecture is a full service, custom residential architecture and design firm creating beautiful, timeless, and livable homes from coast to coast. They specialize in residential architecture, kitchen & bath design, interiors, additions, renovations, new construction, historic renovations, and more. Kristin states, “Your home should be both beautiful and functional. You should never have to compromise the way you live because of poor design.”

Episode 126 - The story of If the Walls Could Talk podcast with Todd Ganz and Stephani Young

This week, Laura and Joelle are joined by local Andersonville residents Todd Ganz and Stephani Young, creators of the new podcast, If the Walls Could Talk, centered around the often mysterious history of local Edgewater Hospital, opened in 1929, and whose campus was formerly located at 5700 N Ashland. Known for famous births like that of Hillary Clinton the Edgewater Hospital and Medical Center closed abruptly in 2001 and had been decaying for decades before recent redevelopment into multi-unit apartments. For true crime fans, history buffs, curious locals and beyond, If the Walls Could Talk dives into the fraught history of this iconic institution, the people who ran it well and the people who ran it into the ground. The podcast debuted on Sunday, January 10 and the first three episodes are streaming now.