TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “scrapper” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about the Chicago-based documentary called “Scrappers” and previews a moderated discussion on how violence against women is portrayed in the Chicago media. Brian Ashby and Ben Kolak– Co-directors and co-producers of the documentary Scrappers We learn about this locally-produced film that follows two Chicago metal scavengers. A scene from Scrappers Hank Frisco: Galaxy Defender and Cat– On OTL #334 we heard from Hank Frisco: Galaxy Defender‘s producer and writer Matt Kelley. We check in with Matt regarding some fans in Philly wanting to name a cat after the lead role in the Chicago sci-fi comedy web series. Tracy Siska– Executive director of the Chicago Justice Project On May 28th at the Union League Club of Chicago, the CJP will be presenting a public discussion called Documenting Violence Against Women: Justice Begins with Truth. We preview this event. OTL #343 local music provided by Go Time…
OTL: Episode #341- Parking Ticket Geek update, Where is Mike’s tie?, John Wayne Gacy’s Other Victims
TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “where is my tie?” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen gets an update on local transportation issues from the Parking Ticket Geek, wonders if he’ll ever get his tie back from John Berka, and learns about a blog covering the re-opened John Wayne Gacy investigation. The Parking Ticket Geek– Official OTL parking correspondent and blogger at TheExpiredMeter.com We get the latest on local transportation issues from The Geek himself. Will Mike ever get his tie back? – An update from last week Last week John Berka of Group Mind Films admitted to holding on to Mike’s necktie for two years. He even got married while wearing it. We get an update on the location of the infamous tie and hear about a sad taqueria closing in Edgewater. Mike’s tie Alison True– Creator of the John Wayne Gacy’s Other Victims blog We learn about this blog that chronicles on the ongoing investigation into other victims of serial killer John Wayne Gacy. John Wayne Gacy OTL #341 local music provided by The Kickback…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago parking Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio Parking Ticket Geek WLUW
TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “connecting Chicago” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen checks in with a Chicagoan who isn’t purchasing anything for a year, discusses bringing together the Near North Side, and analyzes the number of uncontested elections in Cook Co. Joe Basilone– Co-owner of Thrift & Thrive resale shop Could you go a whole year without buying anything? That’s what Joe and his family are attempting in 2013. We check in with him to see how it’s going so far. Abu Ansari – Content manager of connectnearnorth.org Randall Blakey- Facilitator of the Near North Unity Program The Near North neighborhood has gone through many changes over the years. We learn about efforts to bring that community closer together through local social programs and technology. Patrick McCraney– Investigator at the Better Government Association Recently Patrick wrote this article talking about how Cook County voters aren’t facing many candidate choices in elections. He joins us to explain his analysis. OTL #339 local music provided by The Chandeliers…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Better Government Association Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago neighborhoods Chicago Podcast Chicago politics Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW
TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “Green Chicago office” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about the Chicago Green Office Challenge, previews this week’s “You, Me, Them, Everybody” show, and discusses NewCity Magazine’s Design 50 list. Vanessa Roanhorse– Project Manager, Chicago Green Office Challenge We learn about this ongoing competition that makes Chicago more sustainable by having buildings and tenants engage in friendly competition to reduce environmental impact— and gain recognition along the way. Brandon Wetherbee– Host of the You, Me, Them, Everybody podcast Tonight you can catch a live taping of the YMTE show at the Hungry Brain (2319 W. Belmont). We get a preview of tonight’s event. Brian Hieggelke– Editor and publisher of NewCity Recently NewCity released their Design 50 List. We review this list and find out who influences design in Chicago. OTL #337 local music provided by Sunjacket…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Brandon Wetherbee Brian Hieggelke Chicago art Chicago blog Chicago Business Chicago comedy Chicago environment Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen New City Outside the Loop Radio WLUW