Mokena's Front Porch Podcast

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Mokena's Front Porch Podcast

An education podcast from Israel Smith & Matt Galik
Website: http://www.mokenasfrontporch.com
Uses Podcasting 2.0 features
Includes transcripts

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 his grandfathers. Since moving to Mokena in 2016, he has embraced its history, working through technical challenges as a first-time podcaster to bring this show to life. He’s a BIG fan of Mokena!

Join us as we explore the people, places, and moments that make Mokena special. Visit MokenasFrontPorch.com for more stories, updates, and ways to connect. You can also find us on social media!

Pull up a chair, get comfortable, and step back in time with us on Mokena’s Front Porch.

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  Israel Smith

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