OTL: Episode #37

(podcasting from the OTL home office of executive producer Andy Hermann) Mike Stephen and Andy Hermann present the alternate version of their very first WLUW Pledge Drive Spectacular — featuring a conversation with Chicago’s First Ward Alderman (and 2008 congressional candidate) Manny Flores. WLUW Pledge Drive; support OTL and your community radio station WLUW now, by calling 773-508-7300, or by donating online at the link above Manny Flores – Chicago First Ward Alderman; on life in the Chicago City Council, and his run for Congress in 2008

OTL: Episode #36

WELCOME BACK INTERN BIFF !!! (podcasting “from” the Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park) (broadcasting on the 100-watt fountain of knowledge and entertainment WLUW 88.7-FM Chicago) Mike Stephen and Andy Hermann discuss Len and Andrea True, they learn about the postage hike and the state of indie publishing, they relay a news story about 4am bars, and then they get hungry over a tasty Chicago treat. Len vs. Andrea True; Andy teaches Mike about the great “Steal My Sunshine” Anne Elizabeth Moore – Punk Planet; on the postage hike and the state of indie publishing drinking until 4am in Wrigleyville; Andy comes up with a more reasonable alternative to Mike’s good times William Swislow – Interesting Ideas; on the absolutely fantastic Gyros Project (segue music this week from Folksongs of Illinois, Volumes 1-2)

OTL: Episode #35

HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND !! (podcasting “from” just outside of Olive Park) (broadcasting on the giant 100-watt transmitter WLUW 88.7-FM Chicago) Mike Stephen and Andy Hermann discuss the new Chicago recycling program, they share a story about a race car on Chicago Avenue, and then they get the scoop on why the biggest downtown record store is closing. Betsy Vandercook – President, Chicago Recycling Coalition; on Chicago’s new “blue cart” recycling program Formula Racing on Chicago Avenue; Mike’s claims to have seen a race car while waiting for the #66 bus Greg Kot – Chicago Tribune rock critic, Sound Opinions co-host; on the Virgin Megastore closing, and the state of the music industry (segue music this week by Plastic Crimewave Sound)

OTL: Episode #34

(podcasting “from” the parking lot next to the Green Dolphin in the 32nd Ward) (broadcasting on the 100-watt little transmitter that could WLUW 88.7-FM Chicago) Mike Stephen and Andy Hermann score the very first radio interview with Chicago’s brand new 32nd Ward alderman, they find out about drinking and writing, and then they learn a bit about financial awareness. climbing a railroad bridge; Mike’s other friends are idiots Scott Waguespack – Alderman-elect, 32nd Ward; on his vision for a better Chicago Steve Mosqueda – co-host, Drinking & Writing Brewery; on his WLUW radio program and a big event this weekend Amanda Gleason – creator, Young and Broke; on raising financial awareness among younger people (segue music this week by Dolly Varden)