(podcasting “from” in the Chess Pavilion near North Avenue Beach)

(broadcasting on the 100-watt checkmate radio station WLUW 88.7-FM Chicago)

Mike Stephen updates Andy Hermann about his letter to Ald. Vi Daley, they discuss the latest in local politics, they learn about a chess team in Chicago, and then they get the scoop on a comedy troupe’s anniversary and television pilot.

Mike still seeks justice;
The Parking Ticket Geek (TheExpiredMeter) offers advice for Mike’s towed-car woes,
still no word back yet from 43rd Ward Ald. Vi Daley’s office

Mick Dumke – political writer, Chicago Reader;
on his recent “Clout City” blog posts about city settlements and blue cart recycling

Sevan Muradian – co-manager, Chicago Blaze;
on joining the US Chess League, and the Illinois Chess Association

Justin Kaufmann – member, Schadenfreude;
on the comedy ensemble’s 10th anniversary and their IL-Informed pilot on WTTW

(segue music this week from Even in Blackouts)

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