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 “best intersection” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to a local teacher who uses music to educate his students, re-examines the question, “Would Chicago Be Better Off Without IL?,” and discusses the best and worst intersections in the city. Matt Baron— Local musician, teacher, and founder of Coach House Sounds We learn about Matt’s approach to teaching children English- music. He’s planning on making an album full of educational music for kids. Check out his Kickstarter page too! Matt Baron Chicago Without IL?– Revisiting a question we looked at on OTL #185 A listener weighed in on the above question, so we re-examine this topic. Steven Vance— Co-founder of GridChicago.com In a recent post, Steven looked at some of the best and worst intersections in the city. We chat about what he wrote. Photo courtesy of GridChicago.com OTL #271 local music provided by Baron von Something…
TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… Happy Thanksgiving! (podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “cheap beer” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the guys behind a new locally-produced movie, Trubadeaux, learns about the cheap beer taste test, and discusses the Responsible Budget Ordinance that was introduced in the city council. Jay Sukow, John Berka, and Todd Wojcik— Writers of Trubadeaux (also, they’re in the film!) On OTL #216 we went on the set of Trubadeaux: A Restaurant Movie. A year later that movie is complete. We hear about the production process and why the guys chose to produce every aspect of the film in Chicago. Todd Wojcik and John Berka on the set. Tom Carter– Mike’s bro-in-law Need a way to spice up the family holiday party this year? Try a cheap beer taste test! Tom attended this event and he gives us a recap. The cheap beer taste test. Amisha Patel— Executive Director of The Grassroots Collaborative The Responsible Budget Ordinance was introduced in the Chicago City Council last month. We learn about this legislation and how it has impacted the discourse of the city’s financial future. OTL #270 local music provided by the Henhouse Prowlers…
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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 “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…
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago film Chicago media Chicago politics Chicago Radio Joe Moreno 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 “great neighborhood” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen discusses speeding cameras in Chicago, plays some audio from outside Wrigley Field during the 2003 Bartman Game, and chats with the co-owner of LTHForum.com about their Great Neighborhood Restaurant list. Celeste Meiffren— Filed Director for the IL Public Interest Research Group The IL PIRG released a report recently that examines the contracts between red light/speeding camera vendors and U.S. cities. This report is timely since Chicago could be seeing even more of these cameras soon. Photo courtesy of The Expired Meter Outside the Bartman Game in 2003– An audio time warp Mike dug up some audio gold from 2003. He was roaming the area outside of Wrigley Field the night of the infamous “Bartman Game” with a microphone in hand. He recently found his recordings from that evening and we hear some of that footage this week. Wrigley Field from across the street. Steve Zaransky— Co-Owner of LTHForum.com This Chicago-based culinary chat site announced its renewals for the Great Neighborhood Restaurant and Resource list. Steve joins us to discuss the results. OTL #267 local music provided by Velvetron…
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