THE 200th EDITION OF THE PROGRAM! TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from the studios at WLUW) (broadcasting on the “and they said it wouldn’t last” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to outgoing Chicago Reader reporter Mick Dumke, gets an update on Chicago’s “Fashion Man,” Vincent Falk, and takes a look back at some great moments on the show. Mick Dumke— Outgoing Writer & Editor at the Chicago Reader We find out where Mick will land next and what his final Reader story is all about. Mick Dumke Jennifer Burns— Director & Producer of the film, Vincent: A Life In Color Vincent Falk, aka: “Fashion Man,” and the subject of Jennifer’s film, went through some hard times recently. We get an update on Vincent’s condition. Vincent Falk Looking Back on Some Great OTL Moments Over the Years — Former Executive Producer Andy Hermann drops by to reminisce about some great times on the show. We play back some classic clips! Mike Stephen & Andy Hermann OTL #200 local music provided by Mike Stephen’s Harmonica…
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 “properly assessed” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen plays another awesome voicemail from his Mom, chats with Independent candidate for Cook County Assessor, Forrest Claypool, learns about the Cubs Fan Report, and talks to the founder of Chicagoland Radio and Media. Forrest Claypool— Independent Candidate for Cook County Assessor Cook County Commissioner Claypool recently joined the race for assessor as an Independent candidate. He joins us to tell us why he’s running and how he plans to curb corruption in our government. Andrew Hilsberg— Founder of the Cubs Fan Report If you’re looking for the latest buzz on the Cubs that’s consolidated into one daily e-mail, you’ve found the right place. We find out how the CFR works and how it got started. Larz — Founder of Chicagoland Radio and Media CRM recently celebrated 5 years of providing up-to-the-minute info about the Chicago media scene. Larz tells us why he started the site, where it’s going, and chats about Chicago media in general. OTL #198 local music provided by the Katie Todd Band…
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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 “victory garden” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen would like a pic with the Stanley Cup, goes inside a new Rogers Park venue, learns about a new kind of web banner ad, and visits the Peterson Garden on the North Side. Chris Ritter — General Manager of the Mayne Stage and Act One Cafe in Rogers Park We go inside this new venue that doubles as a giant recording studio and radio broadcast facility. Mayne Stage in Rogers Park Brad Flora— Founder of WindyCitizen.com and NowSpots.com Brad was recently awarded $250,000 from the Knight Foundation for his NowSpots idea. We find out all about it this week. LaManda Joy — Block Captain for the Peterson Garden We pay a visit to this organic community vegetable garden at Peterson and Campbell in the 40th Ward. Peterson Garden OTL #196 local music provided by Bird Talk…
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TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from Toons Bar and Grill in Lakeview) (broadcasting on the “roundtable” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen hosts the first in a series of occasional discussions, taking place in the community and covering different local topics/themes. The topic of the first roundtable is the DIY Art Scene in Chicago. Mike welcomes: Jay Sukow and John Berka— Chicago Improv Actors, Writers, and Producers of the film, American Legacy Michael Strening, Jr. — Local Musician, Member of The SDS Trio Strening, Sukow, and Berka at Toons The Roundtable is portable! If you have an idea where we should record the next one or what we should talk about, let the OTL Staff know! Thanks to the Roundtable’s sponsor, Toons Bar and Grill— The place has excellent cajun food and a friendly atmosphere. Tell ’em Outside the Loop Radio sent you! Go to Toons at 3857 N. Southport in Lakeview! OTL #194 local music provided by The SDS Trio…
Posted 16 years ago Tagged Chicago art Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Radio Jay Sukow John Berka Jr. Michael Strening Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW