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 “99%” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to local journalist Kari Lydersen about her new book on Mayor Emanuel, solicits Chicago Christmas music, and chats with the editor of a book that tells the stories of youth violence in the city. Kari Lydersen– Chicago-based journalist and author of Mayor 1%: Rahm Emanuel and the Rise of Chicago’s 99% Kari discusses her new book that analyzes the governing style of Mayor Emanuel and profiles those citizens who oppose him. Submit Your Local Holiday Music – We’re looking for Chicago musicians to submit versions of classic Christmas songs or original Holiday tunes. Those songs will be featured on the Christmas show on December 26th! Miles Harvey– Assistant professor of English at DePaul University and editor of How Long Will I Cry? Voices of Youth Violence This powerful book provides firsthand accounts of what it’s like growing up in a culture of youth violence in Chicago. OTL #372 local music provided by The Wild Finish…
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 of Chicago” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen discusses the Chicago Cultural Plan, learns about a new use for the Ventra card, and talks about the Best of Chicago 2013 with the editor of New City Magazine. Deanna Isaacs– Staff writer and columnist for the Chicago Reader Deanna has been covering the developing story of the Chicago Cultural Plan and gives us the latest. Sam Isenstein– Local copywriter and creator of GloVentra Sam came up with a way to make your public transportation commute a whole lot easier: you can wear your Ventra card. He tells us about his creation. Brian Hieggelke– Editor and publisher of New City New City came out with its Best of Chicago 2013 list recently. Brian talks about the list and the future of print publishing. OTL #371 local music provided by Swim Ignorant Fire…
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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 “Chicago review” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about Chicago film history, chats about local music with Rooftop Sessions Chicago, and discusses the 40th anniversary of Chicago Review Press. Michael Corcoran– Co-author of Hollywood on Lake Michigan We learn about the rich film history in Chicago. Joel Hoover– Audio engineer for Rooftop Sessions Chicago Music venues don’t have to be in traditional settings. They can be anywhere, even on a roof. Joel gives us the details. Cynthia Sherry– Publisher, Chicago Review Press Chicago Review Press just celebrated 40 years in the the local literary scene. We get the lowdown about this Chicago institution. OTL #368 local music provided by Fort Frances…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago film Chicago History Chicago literature Chicago media Chicago Music 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 “beer & video games” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the co-author of Graveyards of Chicago, previews a video game and beer pairing charity event, and learns why a photographer spent the last two years creating a time lapse video of Chicago. Matt Hucke– Co-author of Graveyards of Chicago We discuss how local graveyards give interesting historical insight into Chicago. Mike Chuck– Chairman, Chicago Loot Drop This local charity is holding a video game & beer paring event called Tokens & Tankards on Sunday, November 3 at the Emporium Arcade Bar (1366 N. Milwaukee). We get the lowdown on this great cause. Max Wilson– Local photographer Max spent two years working on a 6-minute time lapse video of Chicago’s downtown and the final product is incredible. We learn how and why he created this work of art. Click above to watch the video! OTL #366 local music provided by Nick and the Ovorols…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago charity Chicago film Chicago media Chicago neighborhoods Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio photography WLUW