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 “vote for OTL” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen visits the Heartland Cafe to get the latest on its financial future, reminds all of us to vote for OTL for best podcast in Chicago, and reports from the set of the new locally-produced movie, Trubadeaux. Michael James and Katy Hogan— Co-Founders and Co-Owners of the Heartland Cafe This Rogers Park community institution recently went through some difficult financial times. We get an update on the state of the Heartland and learn about the public’s outpouring of support. Mike Stephen, Katy Hogan, and Michael James at the Heartland Cafe Vote for Outside the Loop!— NewCity magazine is running their Best of Chicago 2010 poll right now. You’d be oh-so-awesome if you wrote in Outside the Loop for “Best Local Podcast!” REMEMBER: you must vote for at least TEN categories for your ballot to count! Thanks for your support! Jay Sukow and John Berka— Co-Writers and Producers of Trubadeaux This week Jay and John were part of the cast and crew shooting this movie all about life and craziness in a high-end Chicago restaurant. We get a behind the scenes peek into the making of the film. Oh, and OTL host Mike Stephen plays a sleezy Chicago alderman! From L to R: Cynthia Kolb as the Alderman’s Wife, Mike as Ald. Ed Meritos, […]
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 “straight dope” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen chats with Straight Dope researcher/writer Ed Zotti, previews the Pizza Film Fest and talks to the director of the 29th Reeling Gay & Lesbian Film Festival here in Chicago. A Man’s Gotta Eat— When you hold big office, you have a big appetite. President Obama was in town last week and he visited Topolobampo for dinner. Chef Rick Bayless Tweeted away while preparing the Prez’s food in the kitchen. Pres. Obama’s Dinner. Photo Courtesy of Rick Bayless’ Twitter Feed Ed Zotti— Confidant, Editor, and Personal Trainer to Cecil Adams, Author of The Straight Dope Column Does Chicago clean its streets more than the average city? What’s up with dead roosters in the streets? Is Rahm too much of a lightweight to be mayor? We answer these questions this week. Tia Ayers— Creator and Producer of the Pizza Film Festival A film festival revolving around pizza? Yep. Brenda Webb – Director of Reeling 2010: The 29th Annual Chicago Lesbian and Gay Film Festival This week marks the beginning of Reeling 2010- it’s 29th year! We get a preview on this year’s festival and Brenda discusses why it’s important to our community. OTL #215 local music provided by Reds and Blue..
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Radio Chicago Reader Ed Zotti 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 “flat iron” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns the ins and outs of the proposed IL governor recall amendment, talks to a Chicago Marathoner about his experiences in the race, and goes inside the Flat Iron Project in Wicker Park. Kristina Rasmussen— Executive Vice President of the Illinois Policy Institute In a few weeks we’ll be voting on a proposed recall amendment for the governor of our state. What are the pros and cons to this amendment? We find out this week. Erik Nybo— Participant in the 2010 Chicago Marathon Last week we checked in with Erik before the marathon. This week we find out how he did, get his thoughts on the race, and discover how running can really do a number on your feet. Click here…but not if you don’t like the sight of a bloody sock! Nybo Celebrates After the Marathon Alex Magana— Webmaster for the Flat Iron Project We go inside the historical Flat Iron Building in Wicker Park to discuss the artist community thriving within its walls. OTL #212 local music provided by King Sparrow…
Posted 16 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago politics 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 “marathon” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to a Chicago Marathoner, discusses the future of Chicago’s recycling program, learns about the push for an ad network for local bloggers, and previews the Bucktown Apple Pie Contest. Erik Nybo— Participant in the 2010 Chicago Marathon What better way to spend your Sunday than to run 26.2 miles? We find out why Erik is competing in his third Chicago Marathon. Nybo Going For the Gold Mike Nowak— President of the Chicago Recycling Coalition, Host of The Mike Nowak Show on WCPT-AM (820) Every “green” city needs a quality recycling program. How does Chicago’s stack up to the competition? We discuss this and other recycling issues. Mike Doyle— Scribe at Chicago Carless Patrick Boylan— Editor and Publisher of the Welles Park Bulldog Both Mike and Patrick are working on an idea to create an ad network for local bloggers. We learn about their efforts this week. Shaunagh O’Connor and Martha Ring— Co-Founders of the Bucktown Apple Pie Contest We get a preview of the sixth annual contest happening in Holstein Park this weekend. OTL #211 local music provided by Sirs…
Posted 16 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Radio Chicago recycling Mike Nowak Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW