Hometown Heat

Mann Voice and Swinford Media Group
  • 5.0 (1)
  • Food

Hometown Heat is where real kitchens, bold flavors, and hometown stories collide. Hosted by Chef Chris Banks of The Turn Restaurant and Lounge in Marion, IL, each episode brings the heat with behind-the-scenes stories, signature dishes, and the people who make local food unforgettable. Powered by MannVoice and Swinford Media Group.

Episodes

  1. 06/04/2025

    Episode One: Bring the Heat

    In the debut episode of Hometown Heat, Chef Chris Banks takes you inside The Turn Restaurant and Lounge in Marion, Illinois — the heart of his kitchen and the launchpad for this new podcast. From feeding 150 prom-goers to grilling up steak tacos for Cinco de Mayo, Chef Banks shares what it takes to lead a fast-paced kitchen, the story behind his journey from dishwasher to head chef, and why he's passionate about spotlighting hometown flavor. This is more than just food — it’s about hustle, heart, and bringing the heat. Hometown Heat is brought to you by MannVoice and Swinford Media Group.

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About

Hometown Heat is where real kitchens, bold flavors, and hometown stories collide. Hosted by Chef Chris Banks of The Turn Restaurant and Lounge in Marion, IL, each episode brings the heat with behind-the-scenes stories, signature dishes, and the people who make local food unforgettable. Powered by MannVoice and Swinford Media Group.

Information

  • Creator
    Mann Voice and Swinford Media Group
  • Years Active
    2025
  • Episodes
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mann Voice and Swinford Media Group
  • Show Website
    Hometown Heat