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 “ultra-violet” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the author of the new play The Homosexuals, previews a Chicago Mixtape music event this weekend, and learns about a new documentary about local efforts to create a more sustainable society. Philip Dawkins— Chicago playwright and author of The Homosexuals This new play is a celebration of friendship, getting great reviews, and is playing at the Victory Gardens Theater. We hear more about this show from Phil. Casey Meehan– Founder of the Chicago Mixtape The Chicago Mixtape will be providing the awesome bands for this Sunday’s Ultra-Violet Petting Zoo in Paul Revere Park. We get a preview of the event as well as an update on the Mixtape. Casey Meehan and musician Tom Schraeder at a petting zoo. Mike Silberman— Director of A Sustainable Reality: Redefining Roots Mike and his team have set out to create a documentary about the great work being done to make this planet more sustainable for the future. We find out more about this ambitious project this week. OTL #250 local music provided by Jesse Johnson…
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 “fresh, not rotten” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to part of the production team of a new locally-based film called Chicago Rot, updates us on past stories covered on the show, and learns about a DIY indie music fest happening next weekend. Brant McCrea, Dorian Weinzimmer, and Jeremy Vranich— Writer, Director, and Producer/Actor (respectively) of Chicago Rot This film, currently in pre-production, has been described as a “dark love letter” to Chicago. We find out more about this movie and why it features the not-so-glamorous parts of the city. The OTL News Desk– Host Mike Stephen updates us on some stories covered on past editions of OTL. The OTL News Desk Chris Kee— Member of the local band The Earth Program We learn about Obbityfest, a DIY music fest put on by The Earth Program, that happens 4th of July weekend. OTL #248 local music provided by The Earth Program…
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Music Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW
OTL: Episode #243- Chi Politics with Mick Dumke, Chicago Craft Beer Week, Local Actor Danny Goldring
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 “craft” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen chats with the Reader’s Mick Dumke about local politics, previews Chicago Craft Beer Week 2011, and talks to local actor Danny Goldring about working on a movie that was shot in Chicago. Mick Dumke— Senior Writer for the Chicago Reader From our new mayor to analyzing what the Chicago City Council actually does and everything in between, Mick chats about local politics. Mick Dumke Pete Crowley— President of the IL Craft Brewers Guild, Director of Fermentation at the Haymarket Pub May 19th begins Chicago Craft Beer Week 2011. We get the lowdown on the festivities and discuss Chicago as a craft brewing hub. Danny Goldring — Actor in Chicago Overcoat Local actor Danny Goldring tells us about his latest role as a homicide detective in this movie shot and produced here in Chicago. Danny Goldring in Chicago Overcoat OTL #243 local music provided by Sleep Out…
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago Beer Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago politics Chicago Radio Mick Dumke 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 “where’s the snowball?” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about the Chicago Poetry Tour podcast, listens to a Chicagoan tell his story of meeting Rahmbo, and gets the scoop on the Chicago Reader’s Real Deal Project. Attention Local Musicians: OTL Wants to Record Your Holiday Songs!— Once again, OTL will feature local Holiday tunes on the December 23 show! This year, however, host Mike Stephen will record YOUR music for airplay! E-mail Mike at mike@outsidetheloopradio.com to set up a time and day to record your songs! NOTE: These must be ACOUSTIC tunes and must be able to be recorded with four microphones or less. Record with OTL! Don Share— Senior Editor of POETRY Magazine The Chicago Poetry Tour Podcast is a great way to explore the city through poetry. Don gives us his insight into the Chicago poetry scene and how the podcasts are a great resource for all of us. Jay Sukow — Local Improv Dude and Co-Writer and Director of the upcoming movie, Trubadeaux Jay recalls his on-the-street meeting with Rahmfest and how Mr. E. almost got pegged with a snowball. Jay and Rahm in Andersonville Andy Hermann— Program Specialist at The Real Deal Project The former OTL executive producer returns to the Bunker to tell us about a new coupon project from the Chicago Reader. OTL #220 […]
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago poetry Chicago Radio Jay Sukow Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW
