(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “I love me some Maurice Lenell cookies” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the Sun-Times business reporter who has the story on Maurice Lenell cookies making a comback, jumps behind the OTL News Desk, and chats with one of the transit geeks who rode the entire L system in one day. Outside the Loop is all about Twitter — Mike embraces modern technology. Sandra Guy — Business reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times There’s some local sweet treat news: Maurice Lenell cookies are being distributed in Chicagoland again. Ferrara Pan will be producing high-end chocolate. Sandra gives us all of the sugar-y details. OTL News Desk — From Chicago not getting the chance to host the next World Cup to the cast of the Jersey Shore coming to town, your intrepid anchor, Mike Stephen, has the stories. C.J. Bright — Local transit geek C.J. and his friends rode the ENTIRE CTA “L” system in one day! He joins us this week to talk to us about their experience and why they decided to to this. Check out this Google Map for the details on their adventure. OTL #173 local music provided by Save the Clocktower…
(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “I’m craving a skillet” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen confirms that Standee’s in Edgewater is closed, talks to journalist Steve Rhodes about his resignation from NBCChicago.com, and learns about local artist Chris Drew’s upcoming legal battle. Standee’s Is Gone — It’s official. Standee’s Diner in Edgewater is closed. Check out this great article by Lorraine Swanson of Lake Effect News about “Standee’s Last Stand.” Steve Rhodes — Journalist and Founder of BeachwoodReporter.com Recently Steve resigned his position as a contributor to NBCChicago.com. Mike caught up with Steve at the Beachwood Inn this week to get the dirty details of what the heck happened. Chris Drew — Local Artist and Executive Director of the Uptown Multicultural Arts Center While Chris was protesting the Peddler’s License Law he was arrested and charged with eavesdropping on police. He now faces a court battle and he gives us the story this week. OTL #172 local music provided by Jane Thatcher…
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HAPPY NEW YEAR! (podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “let’s kiss at midnight” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen chats with Chicago Tribune writer and author Rick Kogan about his new book Sidewalks II and later in the show Mike calls one of his local greasy spoon haunts on the eve of its closing. Rick Kogan — Senior Writer and Columnist for the Chicago Tribune, author of Sidewalks II Legendary journalist Rick Kogan stops by for a conversation about Chicago, his efforts to tell the stories of the everyday Chicagoan, and his view on the future of our city. Betty — Waitress at Standee’s Diner in Edgewater Sadly, this wonderful greasy spoon will be closing its doors for good. Mike calls over to the restaurant to get the skinny from Betty the Waitress. OTL #171 local music provided by JC Brooks & The Uptown Sound…
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “Santa Claus is the real deal” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen plays DJ and spins some Holiday tunes performed by local bands! Remember kids, you can track Santa using mommy and daddy’s tax $$! — NORAD is on high alert…for Santa Claus. You can track Jolly ‘Ol Saint Nick’s movements on Christmas Eve Night. Just click here. Santa Claus’ Magic Explained— Science takes a crack at uncovering how Santa Claus gets his job done with such consistency. Here’s the full report. CHRISTMAS MUSIC! Go Time– “God Rest Ye Merry Peace Frog” The Astronomer -“Arrival Departure” Trakan– “Santa’s Boots” A Sample Life– “Rockin’ Your Christmas Home” Merry Christmas From Outside the Loop Radio! OTL Host Mike Stephen On His Way to Buy a Christmas Tree
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