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 “Chicago sandwich” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about a local free music label, chats about the Chicago Sandwich Bracket, and previews the new episode of locally-produced Hank Frisco: Galaxy Defender, a Sci-Fi comedy web series. Jason Sizer– Co-founder of Maek Music We learn about this local music label that puts out music for us to consume for free. Jeff Feyerer – Co-founder of the Chicago Sandwich Bracket Now YOU can participate in this online NCAA-style tourney to crown the best sandwich in Chicago. Photo: courtesy of The Chicago Sandwich Bracket Matt Kelley– Producer and Writer of Hank Frisco: Galaxy Defender Produced here in Chicago, this sci-fi comedy web series is about to release its 4th episode. You can check out the viewing party at The Lincoln Tap Room (3010 N Lincoln Ave.) on February 15th! OTL #382 local music provided by The Damn Choir…
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 “fling the wing” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen visits Begyle Brewing, previews the Toons Wing Fling, and tours the Free Range Office space in Wicker Park. Kevin Cary, Brendan Blume, and Matt Ritchy– Co-owners of Begyle Brewing We drop in this Chicago brewery and learn about their community supported brewing approach. Kevin, Matt, and Brendan at Begyle Brewing at 1800 W. Cuyler Danny Beck – Owner of Toons Bar & Grill at 3857 N. Southport We get a preview of the Third Annual Wing Fling happening on Saturday, January 25th at 3pm! Liane Jackson– Owner of the Free Range Office in Wicker Park If you’re an entrepreneur, startup, or small business and in need of a workspace, check out Free Range Office at 2141 W. North Ave. We drop by to take a tour. A look inside Free Range Office OTL #379 local music provided by Brontosaurus…
Posted 12 years ago Tagged Chicago Beer Chicago blog Chicago Business Chicago Food Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio Toons Bar Wing Fling 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 “extended weekend in the Midwest” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen visits Three Oaks, Michigan. It’s just 90 minutes from Chicago and is one of eight towns in SW Michigan that make up “Harbor Country.” Also, check out the Pilsen, Bucktown, and Logan Square shows! Mike Prelaske– General manager of the Journeyman Distillery We go inside this popular Three Oaks organic distillery that was once a corset and buggy whip factory. A barrel of bourbon at the Journeyman Distillery. David Fink and Sandra Thompson – Co-owner and general manager (respectively) of The Acorn Theater This theater is known throughout Harbor Country as a great venue for all kinds of performance art. We pay a visit. Mike and his Dad outside the Acorn Theater. Dave Repetto– Board chair of Radio Harbor Country WRHC-FM (106.7) This station, based in Three Oaks, provides diverse radio programming for the entire Harbor Country community. We stop by this volunteer-run station. Dave Repetto at the controls of Radio Harbor Country. OTL #373 local music provided by Trio Globo…
Posted 12 years ago Tagged Chicago blog 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 “frisky” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the Chicago Reader’s Mick Dumke about the CPD’s stop and frisk policy, learns about Pressbox laundry, and talks bicycle law with a Chicago lawyer. Mick Dumke– Senior writer at the Chicago Reader Mick discusses the legality of the Chicago Police’s stop and frisk policies and if they are effective in reducing crime. Check out his article HERE. Drew McKenna– Co-founder of Pressbox We learn about this new and convenient way to do laundry and dry cleaning in Chicago. Matt Willins– Founder of Willens Law Offices There are some little-known laws when it comes to bicycling in Chicago. We discuss these and other bike-related issues. OTL #361 local music provided by Moxie Motive…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago Business Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mick Dumke Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW