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 “tacos and BBQ” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks about the best tacos in America, previews the Windy City BBQ Classic, and learns about a new independent film shot in Chicago called Open Tables. 35 Best Tacos in America– The Daily Meal came out with a list of the 35 best tacos in America. Chicago makes a few delicious appearances on the list. Gary Wiviott– Pit Master, Co-founder of the Windy City BBQ Classic, Author of Low & Slow: Master the Art of Barbecue in 5 Easy Lessons We preview the Windy City BBQ Classic that’s happening this Sunday at noon in the South Parking Lot at Soldier Field. There will be live Blues, great BBQ, and cooking demonstrations! Jack Newell– Writer, Director, and Producer of Open Tables This independent film is slated for release early next year and was shot mostly in Chicago restaurants. Behind the scenes of Open Tables OTL #359 local music provided by The Sweeps…
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 “water hero” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the creator of the “Sky Full of Bacon” blog and podcast, chats with the DP of a locally-produced video short, and learns about Rooftop Sessions Chicago. Michael Gebert– Creator of “Sky Full of Bacon“ Chicago has a great food scene and the Sky Full of Bacon blog and podcast give us some unique perspective on all the local culinary action. Jason “Doug” Beaumont– Director of Photography for Group Mind Films Recently, Mike caught up with Doug on set of the short In For a Trim. Click on the pic below to watch the short and check out Doug’s site HERE. Mike Stephen as Bruce Cardiff in the short In For a Trim. 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. OTL #356 local music provided by Yellow Jacket…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago film Chicago Food 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 “water hero” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about a local push to bring clean drinking water to Haiti, Chats about the LTH Forum re-design, and discusses the important work of The Chicago House. Jená Lowe– Marketing Coordinator for Portapure We learn how this local company is working toward bringing clean drinking water to families in Haiti. You can help by donating to the cause at the campaign’s IndieGoGo site. Steve Zaransky– Co-Owner of LTHForum.com This great Chicago-based web chat site focuses on local food and dining out. It recently was redesigned. We learn about what’s new. Bonn Wade– Director of the TransLife program at The Chicago House HIV/AIDS can be an extreme hardship for low-income individuals and families. We learn how The Chicago House helps people live full lives despite this disease. OTL #354 local music provided by The Welcome…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago Food Chicago media 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 “supper clubs are wonderful” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen gets a local transportation update from The Parking Ticket Geek, Recaps his Wisconsin supper club experience, and discusses Chicago’s budget transparency. The Parking Ticket Geek– Blogger at TheExpiredMeter.com The Geek discusses red light cameras, city sticker violations, and much more. Jenny Stephen – Mike’s better half Last week Mike talked to the author of a book on Wisconsin supper clubs. Turns out he visited a few of those supper clubs this past weekend. We hear about Jenny and Mike’s experiences there. Mike and Jenny at the Ishnala Supper Club in Wisconsin Hailey Witt– Field director, Illinois PIRG In a recent report, Illinois PIRG gave Chicago an “A” grade for budget transparency. We find out why and what improvements the city can make. OTL #352 local music provided by Redgrave…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago politics Chicago Radio food Outside the Loop Radio WLUW