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 “noshing-away” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the director of the movie Wisconsin Supper Clubs, learns about a new Wicker Park food festival, and checks in with the guy who’s jogging every block in Chicago. Ron Faiola– Director of Wisconsin Supper Clubs: An Old-Fashioned Experience Supper Clubs in Wisconsin are a great tradition. Ron literally wrote the book and made the movie on these delicious experiences. Alan Kannof – Founder and Chief Nosher of The Nosh There’s a new diverse weekly food festival coming to Wicker Park starting July 13th at the A.N. Pritzker School. We get the lowdown. Darcy Phillips – Creator of Run Chicago Darcy is attempting to run on every block in Chicago and his progress is documented on his Facebook page. We get an update on how he’s doing. Darcy keeps track of blocks he already ran. OTL #351 local music provided by The Right Now…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago Food Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio running 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 “the parking meter lease deal stinks” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks with The Reader’s Mick Dumke about a new parking meter lease deal, chats with the founder of HowWrongIsSkilling.com, and learns about a student documentary about local prostitution. Mick Dumke– Senior writer at the Chicago Reader Mayor Emanuel proposed a new parking meter lease deal. Will this deal help or hurt Chicagoans? Mick explores this question and more in a piece he wrote. He discusses this issue on this week’s show. Cesar Ruelase– Creator of HowWrongIsSkilling.com Everyone trusts WGN-TV weatherman Tom Skilling, right? Wrong. Cesar discusses why he created a site that documents the inaccuracy of Mr. Skilling. Lorraine Ma– Co-director and co-producer of the film Until the Day Breaks Prostitution is a serious problem in Chicago. Lorraine discusses why she and her colleagues tackled this issue and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her film. OTL #347 local music provided by Rivals of the Peacemaker…
Posted 13 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago parking Chicago parking meters Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen WLUW