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 “pizza rules” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen chats with Ald. Joe Moreno (1st) about what’s been keeping him busy lately, previews the 2nd Pizza Film Fest in Roscoe Village, and talks to the editor of the Chicago Architecture Blog. Proco “Joe” Moreno— Alderman, 1st Ward Ald. Moreno joins us to discuss a variety of topics such as his views on the proposed 2012 city budget, his proposal to ban plastic bags in certain Chicago stores, and his views on decriminalizing marijuana. Ald. Joe Moreno Tia Ayers– Creator and Producer of the Pizza Film Festival If you like pizza and film, then check out this unique film fest happening on November 29th at the Hungry Brain in Roscoe Village. We get the lowdown from Tia. Wayne Lorentz— Editor of the Chicago Architecture Blog Since 2003 this site has been documenting urban life and development in Chicago. We discuss the site and local architecture with Wayne this week. OTL #268 local music provided by Narrow Sparrow…
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 “hoptacular” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about a new way to reserve parking in Chicago, previews the Beer Hoptacular, and talks to the director of the Reeling Film Fest about it’s 30th anniversary in the city. Mark Lawrence— Co-Founder of SpotHero.com This site allows you to reserve a parking space in Chicago before you even leave your house! We get the details from Mark this week. (NOTE: this segment originally aired on OTL #257, but since a guest bailed on Mike at the last minute we’re re-airing this interview.) T.J. Annerino– Organizer of the Beer Hoptacular We get a preview of this must-attend event for every local beer lover that’s taking place on November 5th at the Aragon Ballroom. Brenda Webb— Director of Reeling: The Chicago Lesbian and Gay International Film Festival It’s one of the most successful and long-running events around and it turns 30 this year. We get the lowdown on another exciting year of this film fest. OTL #266 local music provided by Suns…
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OTL: Episode #265- Wood St. Police Station, Sustainable transportation, Inside Grand Bizzare Gallery
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 “grand bizarre” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to a resident about the possible closing of the Wood St. police station, chats about sustainable transportation with the co-founder of GridChicago.com, and travels to a new unique art gallery in Wicker Park. Anne Shaw— Resident of Chicago Police District #13 In Mayor Emanuel’s proposed budget, three Chicago police stations are on the chopping block. We visit the Wood St. station in the 13th District (Wicker Park/East Village) to hear from Anne, a concerned citizen. She started on online petition to save the station here. The Wood St. Station (Photo courtesy of the EVA website) Steven Vance– Co-Founder of GridChicago.com We hear about local sustainable transportation issues such as a proposed local bicycle sharing program and the state of the CTA Transit Tracker. Justin Markin— Owner of the Grand Bizzare Art Gallery This new art gallery is described as an “anti-gallery” by its owner. We visit the space at 1418 W. Division that is also his home. The Grand Bizzare Art Gallery at 1418 W. Division OTL #265 local music provided by The Artist Formally Known As Vince…
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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 “you can bike in the winter” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about Chicago’s Bike Winter group, recaps last weekend’s Iron Man race with a local runner, and hears the story of a non-artist who markets art on the Internet. Julie Hochstadter— Last year’s co-chair of Bike Winter, Director and Owner of The Chainlink Even though our weather is cooling down you don’t have to put away that bicycle of yours! Julie talks to us about biking in Chicago winters and much more. Erik Nybo– Official OTL Running Correspondent and participant in the last week’s Iron Man in Madison, WI It’s the granddaddy of all races and Erik ran it last weekend. We find out how he did and get a recap of his experience. Iron Man Nybo Whitney Zeldow— Founder of HoneyMoonLetters.com We find out how this Chinatown resident and “non-artist” ended up promoting art online. OTL #260 local music provided by The Damn Choir…
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Erik Nybo Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW