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 “dinner party” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about The Dinner Party with Elysabeth Alfano, mentions an upcoming fundraiser for the Chicago Justice Project, and previews some great local comedy events with Brandon Wetherbee. Elysabeth Alfano – Host and executive producer of The Dinner Party We learn about this monthly show that brings together Chicago cultural luminaries over food and drink in front of an audience that gets to participate in the conversation. The next Dinner Party happens September 20th at Expo Chicago. Chicago Justice Project turns 5– On October 2nd at Revolution Brewing (2323 N. Milwaukee) you can be a part of the 5 year anniversary of this organization that aims to increase transparency of justice-related issues in Chicago. Brandon Wetherbee– Host of the You, Me, Them, Everybody podcast Brandon tells us about some great local comedy events he’s hosting in the near future. Be sure to check out his podcast too! OTL #309 local music provided by Brother George…
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 “there’s a squirrel in the attic” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen discusses the local squirrel population, previews the Chicago Writers Conference, and learns about the environmental sustainability of Loyola University’s campus. Steve Sullivan – Principal Investigator for Project Squirrel and curator of urban ecology at the Notebart Nature Museum Steve tells us if the local squirrel population is decreasing and how we can be citizen scientists. Mare Swallow– Founder of the Chicago Writers Conference This conference is coming up September 14-16 at the Tribune Tower and will bring together local writers for a unique networking and education experience. Gina Lettiere– Sustainability specialist at Loyola University’s Office of Sustainability Loyola has been working to make its campus more environmentally sustainable. We hear about those efforts and their affect on our environment. Working towards sustainability on Loyola’s campus. OTL #308 local music provided by Exit Ghost…
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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 “cook on the truck” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns the fallout from the new food truck legislation, talks to the founder of ChicagoRants.com, and discusses the future of the Portage Theater. Amy Le— Co-owner of The Duck ‘N Roll Food Truck Amy discusses how the new Chicago food truck legislation will affect food truck operators across the city. Amy Le next to her food truck. Photo courtesy of ducknrolltruck.com. Andrew Bach – Founder of ChicagoRants.com We get the lowdown on this site that features “rants and raves about the Windy City.” Mike Edwards– Founder of the Save the Portage Theater Facebook page The future of the Portage Theater in Portage Park is once again uncertain. We hear from a concerned resident of the neighborhood who is trying to save the theater. OTL #303 local music provided by The Soil and the Sun…
Posted 14 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago Food Chicago media Chicago Podcast 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 “BBQ” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen previews the Windy City Rib Classic, discusses the slight growth in Chicago’s population, and airs a conversation with Metro’s Joe Shanahan. Gary Wiviott— Co-founder of the Windy City Rib Classic, Author of Low & Slow: Master the Art of Barbecue in 5 Easy Lessons An authentic BBQ competition comes to Chicago on August 12th. We get the tasty details this week. Chicago’s population grows – According to this article on Crain’s Chicago Business website, Chicago’s population is finally growing. Graphic courtesy of chicagobusiness.com Joe Shanahan– Owner of Metro This year one of the best-known music venues in Chicago, Metro, turns 30. Mike digs up an interview he did with Joe Shanahan from 2002 when the club turned 20. We hear part of this interesting conversation. Joe Shanahan. Photo courtesy of msn.com. OTL #302 local music provided by Careful Q…
Posted 14 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago Food Chicago media Chicago Music Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW