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 “free speech” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen chats with a local artist who is fighting local laws he feels are unconstitutional, previews the 2010 Printers’ Ball, and goes inside Felony Franks, a hot dog stand in West Town with some controversy. Chris Drew— Local artist and Executive Director of the Uptown Multicultural Art Center Chris continues to challenge Chicago’s peddlers license and Illinois’ eavesdropping law. We get the latest on his legal fight. Fred Sasaki— Associate Editor for POETRY Magazine We get a preview of this year’s Printers’ Ball and discuss the relationship between print and digital media. Jim Andrews— Owner of Felony Franks This hot dog stand on the corner of Western and Jackson has caused some controversy in the community. We go inside to find out what all the fuss is about. OTL #201 local music provided by Icy Demons…
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 “wind-powered” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about a new report detailing the negative impacts of federal funds diverted to build new nuclear reactors, finds out about UIC’s Neighborhood Initiative, and discusses NewCity’s Lit 50 list. Max Muller — Program Director, Environment Illinois This organization recently released a report called The Nuclear Bailout: President Obama’s High Risk Gamble on Nuclear Reactors Undermines the Fight Against Global Warming. Max discusses the report on this week’s show. Thea Crum— Program Coordinator, UIC’s Neighborhoods Initiative We learn about how UIC is working with its neighboring communities to strengthen Chicago. Brian Heiggelke — Editor and Publisher of NewCity NewCity is out with its list of the top 50 movers and shakers in the Chi-literary scene. Brian discusses this list on the Big Show this week. OTL #195 local music provided by ChiTownKids…
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TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from Toons Bar and Grill in Lakeview) (broadcasting on the “roundtable” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen hosts the first in a series of occasional discussions, taking place in the community and covering different local topics/themes. The topic of the first roundtable is the DIY Art Scene in Chicago. Mike welcomes: Jay Sukow and John Berka— Chicago Improv Actors, Writers, and Producers of the film, American Legacy Michael Strening, Jr. — Local Musician, Member of The SDS Trio Strening, Sukow, and Berka at Toons The Roundtable is portable! If you have an idea where we should record the next one or what we should talk about, let the OTL Staff know! Thanks to the Roundtable’s sponsor, Toons Bar and Grill— The place has excellent cajun food and a friendly atmosphere. Tell ’em Outside the Loop Radio sent you! Go to Toons at 3857 N. Southport in Lakeview! OTL #194 local music provided by The SDS Trio…
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “late live” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen crashes a production meeting for a new Second City show, talks to a local journalist who’s leaving Facebook, and gets the skinny on Chicago Art Magazine. Joe Kwaczala, C.J. Toledano, and Andrew Smreker — Part of the creative force behind The Late Live Show at Second City A new show hits Second City on June 26th. We crash a writer’s meeting for this talk show-themed comedy. Anna Tarkov— Freelance journalist who recently quit Facebook We find out why a local freelance journalist would quit Facebook. Fear not, Anna is still available online on Twitter (@AnnaTarkov) and on her blog. Check out her recent article about Sarah Palin’s recent appearance in Rosemont. Karthryn Born — Founder and editor-in-chief of Chicago Art Magazine This network of websites covers the local art scene. We find out how it works and the business model behind this effort. OTL #191 local music provided by The Ton…
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