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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago)

(broadcasting on the “licensed for liquor” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago)

Mike Stephen chats with a candidate for alderman in the 46th Ward, previews some upcoming historical tours from Forgotten Chicago, and learns what it takes to get a liquor license in Chicago.

James Cappleman — Candidate for alderman in the 46th Ward

In 2007 James Cappleman lost to Helen Schiller in the race for alderman.  He’s back this time around to tell us about the focus of his campaign and why he wants to join the Chicago City Council.

Jacob Kaplan— Co-Founder of Forgotten Chicago

Forgotten Chicago is a great website if you’re interested in Chicago history and infrastructure.  There are some upcoming tours of the Pilsen/Little Village area and the Calumet River that Jacob previews this week.

Lisa Arnett — Nightlife Producer for Metromix and Author of The Bottle Blond Blog

What does it take to get a liquor license in Chicago?  Lisa did some investigating and she shares what she found with us.

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