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 “go vote” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen discusses the possibility of an elected Chicago School Board and previews the Neo-Futurists production of “44 Plays for 44 Presidents.” Will Guzzardi– Community organizer in Logan Square Along with the CODE organization, Will worked to get a referendum on the November 6th ballot asking if the Chicago School Board should be elected rather than appointed by the mayor. We discuss his efforts. Local craft beer in Chipotle – Chicago Tribune writer Josh Noel reports that soon you’ll be able to drink local craft beer from 5 Rabbit Brewery in select Chicago Chipotle locations. Photo courtesy of Joel Wintermantle and the Chicago Tribune Genevra Gallo-Bayiates– Co-author and choreographer of 44 Plays for 44 Presidents We learn about this variety show put on by the Neo-Futurists that surveys the lives of the 44 U.S. presidents. OTL #316 local music provided by Great Divide…
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 “homebrew” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the local co-director of the new movie, “The Believers,” says goodbye to his college bar, and previews the Andersonville Homebrew Contest. Clayton Brown– Co-director of The Believers This new documentary tells the story of the two scientists in 1989 who announced they discovered cold fusion as an energy source. Three months later their reputations were ruined. We find out more from Clayton. Goodbye Hamilton’s –Mike bids farewell to his college bar Hamilton’s (6341 N. Broadway) has been a meeting place for Loyola University students and Rogers Park locals since 1933. The bar shuts its doors on October 27th. Mike says goodbye to this local institution. Hamilton’s on Broadway. Photo courtesy of chibarproject.com. Colleen O’Toole– Managing Director of the Andersonville Development Corporation We preview the Andersonville Homebrew Contest coming up on November 15 and discuss the business climate of the neighborhood. OTL #314 local music provided by Brendan Losch…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago bars Chicago Beer Chicago blog Chicago film Chicago media Chicago neighborhoods 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 “serious eats” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the editor of Serious Eats Chicago, discusses Goose Island Brewery going national, and learns about the great work of Chicago Votes. Nick Kindelsperger– Editor of Serious Eats Chicago We learn about this great website that celebrates local food. From sandwiches to ethnic meals, this blog covers it all. Photo courtesy of Serious Eats Chicago. Josh Noel – Staff writer for the Chicago Tribune Goose Island Brewery will be going nation-wide later this year. Josh has the details. You can check out his article on this topic HERE. Photo courtesy of Antonio Perez/Chicago Tribune. TJ Crawford– Executive Director of Chicago Votes Getting youth involved in the political process is important to the future of our democracy. We learn about this local non-profit that aims to just that. OTL #307 local music provided by Minor Characters…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago Beer Chicago blog Chicago Food Chicago media 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 “ugh, I have to pay my meter again” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen gets an update on the parking meter lease deal, talks about a petition to save the Portage Theater, and previews the Chicago Craft Beer Week. The Parking Ticket Geek— Official OTL parking correspondent and blogger at TheExpiredMeter.com The Geek gives us an update on the parking meter lease deal. Check out his blog post on the subject HERE. Save the Portage Theater – We get an update on the efforts to save the Portage Theater. We hear a clip from OTL #288. Check out the new petition to save the theater HERE. The Portage Theater in Portage Park. Jonathan Surratt– Board member of Chicago Craft Beer Week Into craft beer? This week is for you! We get a preview of this great time in Chicago. OTL #293 local music provided by The Hudson Branch…
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