Mokena's Front Porch Podcast
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Welcome to Mokena’s Front Porch – THE podcast for Mokena history and community!Nestled in the heart of Chicagoland, Mokena began as a small farming community that flourished after the Rock Island train line arrived in 1852. Today, with a population of over 20,000, its rich past continues to shape its future.Your hosts:🔹 Matt – A lifelong Mokenian, local historian, and author of two books on Mokena history. His blog, Matt’s Old Mokena, serves as the foundation for many of our episodes, bringing forgotten stories of the village back to life.🔹 Israel – A passionate storyteller who grew up hearing firsthand WWII accounts from hi...
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Recent episodes
- Recapping The March 19th Mokena 159 School Board Meeting - The A.I. Front Porch
- Kim Huelsman - Candidate For Mokena Village Trustee
- Dan Gilbert - Candidate for Mokena Village Trustee
- Melissa Fedora - Candidate for Mokena Village Trustee
- Colleen Patrick-Lenart: Candidate for Mokena Village Trustee
- James Roberts - Candidate For Mokena Village Trustee
- March 4th, 2025 Mokena's Future Meet & Greet
- Nick Clancy - Candidate For Mokena Village Trustee - 2 Year Term
- Berk, Oliphant, Chavez, Petrey, Ryan: Summit Hill 161 School Board Candidates
- George Metanias - Candidate For Mokena Mayor