Ktown Connects Podcast

11/01/2025

❤️Congrats to our #1 fan & biggest supporter of the pod! We love you Russ! We can’t wait for Southport Tea to open! You are a true asset to the community, keep up the good work! Btw, does this mean we will see you more at The Port? 🍻😛
Xoxo
Donny & Jason

If you've ever stopped by the Kenosha Public Market, you've probably noticed the crowd gathering around a certain booth -- drawn in by rich aromas and the warm energy of the man behind it, Russ Collier of Southport Tea. Russ isn't just serving tea; he's...

11/01/2025

👻Spooky!! Enjoy this archived episode featuring Dr. Dale Destruction!
This episode was originally released on 9/30/2021

Ktown Connects · Episode

10/31/2025

Katie Gray’s story began at the Rhode — literally! Her dad, Jeff Gray, helped start the Lakeside Players, and now Katie leads the group as President, keeping the Rhode’s creative energy shining bright in Kenosha.
🎭 Episode out now! We chat with Katie about growing up in the theatre and what’s next for the Lakeside Players!
Listen here!!
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10/31/2025

🫶Stay connected to Kenosha by giving your favorite podcast a follow on the old TikTok! Salame!

762 Followers, 135 Following, 1584 Likes - Watch awesome short videos created by Ktown Connects Podcast

10/29/2025

New business alert!
NYC Slice Shop, 500 block of 57th St in Downtown Kenosha.

I tried a veggie slice and it was delicious! Great toppings and crispy and foldable NY style crust.
I got a generous slice and a can of pop for under $7 - can't beat that.

They're open at 11am Tues - Sun and open till midnight on Fri and Sat for those late munchies.
I will definitely be back!

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10/27/2025

🎭We connect w/ Katie Gray of Lakeside Players! Listen now!
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- Katie Gray practically grew up at the Rhode Theater, her father, Jeff Gray, was one of the early members of the Lakeside Players! Today, she’s been involved in nearly every part of the Rhode Center for the Arts and now serves as President of the Lakeside Players.
Located in downtown Kenosha, this beloved community theater has an exciting season ahead!
Heathers: The Musical has kicked off this past weekend and runs through November 9th, followed by one of their biggest fundraisers — Casino Night on November 15th!
Want to get involved and be part of the Rhode’s incredible 98-year legacy? Consider becoming a volunteer!
For tickets, upcoming events, and volunteer opportunities, visit 👉 rhodecenter.org

🎙️☝️Your hosts are Donny Stancato & Jason Hedman Art

☎️The Ktown Connects hotline is open at ktownconnects.com, click on the phone and leave us a message!

This episode (S7EP19) was recorded on 10/20/25 at the Better Call Parise Recording Studio in Downtown Kenosha – call on the Law Offices of Frank Parise when your bad day gets even worse

Ktown Connects is brought to you by our super sponsors!
Union Park Tavern
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About Time Moving Systems LLC
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Public Brewing Company
Wink Beauty Boutique
A+ Mobility
The Port
Faded Barbershop for Men - New Location 4807 7th Ave.
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Alpaca Arts
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Get your Ktown Connects merch courtesy of The Lettering Machine ➡️ https://bit.ly/4jk7utm

📣Visit patreon.com/ktownconnects - and get lots of bonus material and more!
📺 Catch Ktown Connects on Spectrum Channel 14 and the Kenosha Community Media streaming channel on Roku. Every Wednesday at 11AM and Sunday at 5PM.

Theme song performed by Dropping Daisies, written by James “Red” McLeod.

We are connecting Kenosha!

10/25/2025

🎭 New episode! We connect w/ Katie Gray of Lakeside Players to talk about her lifelong love for the Rhode Center for the Arts and all the exciting things happening on (and off) the stage!
📲 Listen now on your favorite podcast app! We are connecting Kenosha!

10/24/2025

🎭New episode! We connect w/ Katie Gray of Lakeside Players! Listen NOW!
📲Spotify- bit.ly/3L58YfJ
🍎Apple- apple.co/47EVC2r
📺 Youtube- bit.ly/476jP1A

Katie Gray grew up with the Rhode theater – quite literally, her father, Jeff Gray, was one of the early members of Lakeside Players! Today, she has been in every corner of the Rhode Center for the Arts and currently serves as President of the Lakeside Players. This drama group is located in the beautiful downtown Rhode theater and has a wonderful season in the works.
Heathers the Musical kicks off this weekend and runs through November 9th!
Get your tickets now - one of their biggest fundraisers returns! November 15th is Casino Night!
Do you have some extra time and want to be a part of the great history of this 98-year-old theater? Become a volunteer!
For a schedule of events, tickets, and volunteer info, visit rhodecenter.org

🎙️☝️Your hosts are Donny Stancato & Jason Hedman
☎️The Ktown Connects hotline is open at ktownconnects.com, click on the phone and leave us a message!

This episode (S7EP19) was recorded on 10/20/25 at the Better Call Parise Recording Studio in Downtown Kenosha – call on the Law Offices of Frank Parise when your bad day gets even worse

Ktown Connects is brought to you by our super sponsors!
Union Park Tavern
Franks Diner
Shannyn Franklin Real Estate
Aaron Hunzinger of AHdidit
About Time Moving Systems LLC
Casey Family Options Funerals & Cremations
Dickow-Cyzak Tile Co. Carpet One
CarBox
Public Brewing Company
Wink Beauty Boutique
A+ Mobility
The Port
Faded Barbershop for Men - New Location 4807 7th Ave. 😍
Sallese & Co.
Lucci’s Grandview
Lakeshore Pedal Tours
Alpaca Arts
The White Lilac Kenosha
The Lettering Machine

Get your Ktown Connects merch courtesy of The Lettering Machine ➡️ https://bit.ly/4jk7utm

📣Visit patreon.com/ktownconnects - and get lots of bonus material and more!

📺 Catch Ktown Connects on Spectrum Channel 14 and the Kenosha Community Media channel on Roku. Every Wednesday at 11AM and Sunday at 5PM.

Theme song performed by Dropping Daisies, written by James “Red” McLeod.

We are connecting Kenosha!

10/22/2025

🎭Out Now! New Ktown Connects Podcast episode featuring Katie Gray of Lakeside Players! Listen links in comments! #

10/18/2025

🎩 After decades of keeping Kenosha looking sharp, Lew Aceto of SJ Crystals is retiring! 👏We were lucky to sit down with Lew on the pod back in 2023 — listen to his episode & celebrate a true Kenosha legend.
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Thank you, Lew, for all you’ve done & cheers to a well-deserved retirement!
Xoxo ❤️
Donny Stancato & Jason Hedman

10/16/2025

Meet Kenny our #1 fan!❤️😍 Be like Kenny! But we don’t recommend sitting in the middle of a street.
Listen & subscribe to the Ktown Connects Podcast on your favorite podcast provider.
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📣Visit patreon.com/ktownconnects - and get lots of bonus material and more!
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10/12/2025

🧹 Big thanks to everyone who came out for the final Go Downtown Clean-Up of 2025! 💛 Kenosha’s community spirit is alive & well! 💛Huge shoutout to Blue House Books, AVents Co; The Sipster, Go Downtown Kenosha, and all the awesome volunteers who made it happen. We couldn’t have cleaned up without you — literally! 🙌

Listen & subscribe to the Ktown Connects Podcast on your favorite podcast provider.
🍎Apple -bit.ly/KtownconnectsApple
📲Spotify - bit.ly/Ktownconnectsspotify
📺YouTube- bit.ly/Ktownyoutube
📣Visit patreon.com/ktownconnects - and get lots of bonus material and more!
💻Ktownconnects.com