Left at the Light

Conversations with McHenry County area business owners. We learn about the history of owners and operators of local businesses. We also find out how the business got started and where it's going.

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Episodes

Abantu Arts Fusion Part 2

Saturday Dec 26, 2020

Saturday Dec 26, 2020

The second hour of my conversation with Andrew from Abantu Arts Fusion.  I really hope you enjoy this episode.  What Andrew is doing with Abantu is really fantastic.  I sincerely hope that listening to this episode gives you the same feeling it gave me.  This episode needs to be shared with everyone you know. 
For information about donating head over to abantuinternational.org
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Abantu Arts Fusion

Saturday Dec 26, 2020

Saturday Dec 26, 2020

Welcome to part 1 of a 2 part episode.  We discuss what life was like before coming to Crystal Lake and how he is building a clinic in Uganda to help young women who are pregnant.  Enjoy the first hour of this conversation and then head over to part 2.
For more information about donating head over to abantuinternational.org
Contant me at leftatthelightpod@gmail.com

That's Amore Pizza

Sunday Dec 13, 2020

Sunday Dec 13, 2020

This week I talk to Tom from That's Amore Pizza.  Tom tells me how it quickly it all got started.  Why New York Style in the Chicago area?  Listen and find out!
Want to be on the show email me at leftatthelightpod@gmail.com

Plum Garden

Sunday Nov 29, 2020

Sunday Nov 29, 2020

In the longest episode so far. I speak with Jason from Plum Garden in McHenry.  We talk about the deep history of the restaurant.  In the process we learn about some their famous Hong Kong chicken.  I hope you enjoy this discussion as much as I did.
Don't forget to email me with your suggestions at leftatthelightpod@gmail.com 

Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen

Sunday Nov 15, 2020

Sunday Nov 15, 2020

In this episode I talk to Chef Zak about the history of Duke's.  We talk about the name change, the unique menu and the beer.  I learn a little chemistry lesson from Zak about their logo.  I also learn that I have to go back soon and try the salmon.
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Country Donuts

Thursday Nov 05, 2020

Thursday Nov 05, 2020

In the very first episode I talk to Jake from Country Donuts in Crystal Lake.  Jake tells me about his role in the business and where it's headed.  We also get to talk about some of the successes and former Chicago Bears kicker Robbie Gould.  
Contact me : leftatthelightpod@gmail.com
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Welcome

Tuesday Nov 03, 2020

Tuesday Nov 03, 2020

This podcast is dedicated to McHenry County area businesses.  I interview small business owners in the area and get their story.  How did the store, restaurant or service get started and how did it evolve to what it us today.  Also where is it going from here?  
This is a truly fun way to learn about some places that you love.  I also want to hear from you!  Tell me what places you want to hear from or promote.
Email me at leftatthelightpod@gmail.com

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