TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… Happy Thanksgiving! (podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “cheap beer” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the guys behind a new locally-produced movie, Trubadeaux, learns about the cheap beer taste test, and discusses the Responsible Budget Ordinance that was introduced in the city council. Jay Sukow, John Berka, and Todd Wojcik— Writers of Trubadeaux (also, they’re in the film!) On OTL #216 we went on the set of Trubadeaux: A Restaurant Movie. A year later that movie is complete. We hear about the production process and why the guys chose to produce every aspect of the film in Chicago. Todd Wojcik and John Berka on the set. Tom Carter– Mike’s bro-in-law Need a way to spice up the family holiday party this year? Try a cheap beer taste test! Tom attended this event and he gives us a recap. The cheap beer taste test. Amisha Patel— Executive Director of The Grassroots Collaborative The Responsible Budget Ordinance was introduced in the Chicago City Council last month. We learn about this legislation and how it has impacted the discourse of the city’s financial future. OTL #270 local music provided by the Henhouse Prowlers…
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 “pizza rules” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen chats with Ald. Joe Moreno (1st) about what’s been keeping him busy lately, previews the 2nd Pizza Film Fest in Roscoe Village, and talks to the editor of the Chicago Architecture Blog. Proco “Joe” Moreno— Alderman, 1st Ward Ald. Moreno joins us to discuss a variety of topics such as his views on the proposed 2012 city budget, his proposal to ban plastic bags in certain Chicago stores, and his views on decriminalizing marijuana. Ald. Joe Moreno Tia Ayers– Creator and Producer of the Pizza Film Festival If you like pizza and film, then check out this unique film fest happening on November 29th at the Hungry Brain in Roscoe Village. We get the lowdown from Tia. Wayne Lorentz— Editor of the Chicago Architecture Blog Since 2003 this site has been documenting urban life and development in Chicago. We discuss the site and local architecture with Wayne this week. OTL #268 local music provided by Narrow Sparrow…
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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 “hoptacular” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about a new way to reserve parking in Chicago, previews the Beer Hoptacular, and talks to the director of the Reeling Film Fest about it’s 30th anniversary in the city. Mark Lawrence— Co-Founder of SpotHero.com This site allows you to reserve a parking space in Chicago before you even leave your house! We get the details from Mark this week. (NOTE: this segment originally aired on OTL #257, but since a guest bailed on Mike at the last minute we’re re-airing this interview.) T.J. Annerino– Organizer of the Beer Hoptacular We get a preview of this must-attend event for every local beer lover that’s taking place on November 5th at the Aragon Ballroom. Brenda Webb— Director of Reeling: The Chicago Lesbian and Gay International Film Festival It’s one of the most successful and long-running events around and it turns 30 this year. We get the lowdown on another exciting year of this film fest. OTL #266 local music provided by Suns…
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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 “no-sleep” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen visits a film fest producer who’s staying up for 72 hours watching movies in a local coffee shop, plays a clip from a previous show where he learns about the Bar Aid Project, and talks to the anonymous founder of VerySmallBeer.com. Jason Elewski — Producer of the Windie City Shootout The WC Shootout is a contest where participants will write, shoot, and edit a short film in 72 hours. We talk to Jason as he stays awake for 72 hours watching movies in the front of Avocado Eatery on Milwaukee Ave. Why? If the participants of the Windie City Shootout are going to lose sleep, why shouldn’t Jason? Jason tries to stay awake for three days straight. OTL Rewind– We hear a clip from OTL #246 featuring a conversation with Erika Allen, board member of the Chicago Food Policy Advisory Council, about efforts of this organization to improve access to nutritionally sound and affordable food and discuss Chicago’s food policy. Anonymous— Founder of VerySmallBeer.com This site features beer reviews and beer culture discussion. We learn why the founder chooses to remain anonymous and what else he’s talking about on his site. OTL #254 local music provided by The Dogs…
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