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 “get to the chopper!” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen previews Predator: The Musical, learns about the Windy City Cycling Club, and discusses diversity with the president of Chicago Area Ethnic Resources. Derek Elstro— Director of Predator: The Musical This awesome show that turns the 1987 movie into a musical is at Stage 773 (1225 W. Belmont) through July 7. We find out where this idea came from and what’s in store for this production. Jeff Rogers – President of the Windy City Cycling Club We learn about Chicago’s LGBT cycling club that’s now 20 years old. Jeryl Levin– President of Chicago Area Ethnic Resources We get the lowdown on this organization that provides information on Chicago’s ethnic groups in order to break down barriers. OTL #296 local music provided by Cobalt and the Hired Guns…
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 “radiopia experience” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to a local comedian about his new TV pilot, learns why Felony Franks hot dogs closed down, and previews the Metropia Experience festival. Steve Tobiasz— Local writer and comedian We learn about Steve’s new local TV pilot, The Third Coast. Jim Andrews – Owner of Felony Franks This West Side hot dog joint that employed ex-offenders closed its doors this week. We get the full story. You can check out the first OTL interview at Felony Franks on OTL #201. Omar Barragan– Founder of the Metropia Experience This new Chicago music and arts festival happening tonight and Friday, June 8th. OTL #295 local music provided by Band Called Catch…
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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 “mom is my #1 fan” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to a local cabbie about his new literary project, gets the lowdown on a locally produced hardcore Star Trek music video, and learns about the new stage play, My Asian Mom. Dmitry Samarov– Chicago cabbie, artist, and author of Hack: Stories from a Chicago Cab This local cabbie wrote about some of his great experiences while on duty. He’s ready for a sequel and he tells us all about it this week. Dmitry Samarov in his cab. T.J. and Collin of TNG – Have you ever seen a Star Trek hardcore music video? You’re about to when you click below. We find out why these local visionaries decided to embark on this trek of awesomeness. Click above to “make it so.” Miss Mia Park– Creator and producer of My Asian Mom Since this is the Mother’s Day season, we get the lowdown on a stage play that’s all about the mom-child relationship. You can catch the show every Friday and Saturday in May at Stage 773. OTL #292 local music provided by The Future Laureates…
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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 “community” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen gets the latest on the Bloomingdale Trail, previews the One-Day Silk Road Festival, and discusses empowering youth through teaching digital video production. Ben Helphand– Board President of The Friends of the Bloomingdale Trail We get an update on one of the coolest park projects in the city. This 3-mile long linear park is on its way to becoming a reality. A rendering of the Bloomingdale Trail Steve Gibons – Local violinist Steve put together the One-Day Silk Road Festival that will happen on April 12th at the Mayne Stage in Rogers Park. We learn about this upcoming night of fantastic world music. Steve Gibons Lucia Palmarini– Coordinator at the Community Television Network This local non-profit empowers local youth through teaching digital video production. Lucia gives us the lowdown on this organization’s important work. OTL #289 local music provided by Steve Gibons…
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