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…
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 “sweet-baking” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen explores the Chicago history of making sweets, gets a few tips on how to keep our cars running in the winter, and discusses a new pinup calendar called the Chicago Cabbie Calendar. Jenny Lewis– 5th generation Chicagoan, chef, author of Midwest Sweet Baking History: Delectable Classics around Lake Michigan, and founder of Chicago Candy Tours Chicago has a rich history of sweet-making. We explore that history and learn about Jenny’s Chicago Candy Tour program. The Parking Ticket Geek – Blogger at The Expired Meter Chicago winters can be brutal on our cars. The Geek provides some tips on how to protect your vehicle. Melissa Callahan– Chicago cabbie and creator of the Chicago Cabbie Calendar This unique calendar that features real Chicago cabbies as pin-up models benefits the Cabbies For Justice legal fund. We get the lowdown. OTL #378 local music provided by BIG JOY…
Posted 12 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago Food Chicago History Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio Parking Ticket Geek 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 “l-ert” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about a competitive reading performance series, chats with the creator of the L-Ert app, and visits The Beer Temple on Elston. Ian Belknap– Overlord of Write Club We get the lowdown about this fun local competitive reading series at The Hideout and at SPACE in Evanston. Alex Zielonko – Creator of the L-Ert app If you’ve ever fallen asleep on the El and missed your stop, you should know about this app that wakes you up in the nick of time. Chris Quinn– Owner, of The Beer Temple We go inside this craft beer boutique in the Avondale neighborhood (3185 N. Elston). Be sure to check out Chris’ great video podcast too! OTL #374 local music provided by Ace Reporter…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago Beer Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Chicago theater 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 “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 13 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW