Hinsdale Local Podcast

This podcast creates a space for Hinsdaleans to hear the journeys and stories of entrepreneurs and their business here in Hinsdale, Illinois. Because I believe that sharing our stories allows us to have a stronger & more connected community.

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Episodes

Dr. Cara Hartman from Therapeutic Health

Brent and Cara discuss why she chose to go into medicine, her current building project in Hinsdale, and what advice she gives to young people interested in pursuing medicine. LINKS for Guest Therapeutic Health Website Therapeutic Health Instagram

Nov 11, 2021•28 min•Ep. 6

Sylvia Grachen from Hinsdale Barber Shop

Sylvia Grachen shares the history of the barber shop her father started in 1972. Hinsdale Barber Shop takes pride in knowing that it has become a tradition for many of the families in Hinsdale. LINKS for Guest Hinsdale Barber Website Book Your Appointment

Jul 15, 2021•35 min•Ep. 5

Patrick Fortelka from Moment Design

In this week’s episode of the Brand Your Practice Podcast, Brent talks to Patrick Fortelka from Moment Design Architecture about how he got started and what he's learned as a small business owner. LINKS for Guest Moment Design Website Moment Design Instagram

Jun 07, 2021•41 min•Ep. 4

Margot Barber from The Hinsdale Area Moms Network

Brent talks to Margot Barber from Hinsdale Area Moms Network about how she ended up in Hinsdale and why she decided to create a support network for local moms. LINKS for Guest The Hinsdale Area Moms Network Website The Hinsdale Area Moms Instagram

Apr 14, 2021•18 min•Ep. 3

Dr. Carrie Thangamani from CHT Orthodontics

Brent talks to Dr. Carrie Thangamani from CHT Orthodontics about how she got started and what it takes to run a local small business. LINKS for Guest CHT Orthodontics Website

Mar 31, 2021•29 min•Ep. 2

Hinsdale Local Podcast Introduction

Small businesses and those who own them are the lifeblood of Hinsdale. They provide places for families to eat, to find help, and a deep well of wisdom for how we can solve creative problems. This podcast serves as a watering hole for us to get to know our Hinsdale neighbors so we can have a stronger & more connected community.

Mar 04, 2021•2 min•Ep. 1

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