OTL: Episode #28

(podcasting “from” Michigan Avenue, next to an R2-D2 mailbox) (broadcasting on the 100-watt flamethrower WLUW 88.7-FM Chicago) Mike Stephen and Andy Hermann take a virtual trip through Uptown, they review some recent news, and then they discuss small claims court lawsuits. Martha Bayne – senior editor, Chicago Reader; about their “Uptown” issue, and Chicago neighborhoods OTL News Roundup; American Gladiators and REO Speedwagon Derek Monroe – the King of Small Claims; on consumer activism through lawsuits (segue music this week by The Emerald Lizards)

OTL: Episode #27

(podcasting “from” the Nelson Algren Fountain on the Polish Triangle) (broadcasting on the 100-watt powerhouse WLUW 88.7-FM Chicago) Mike Stephen and Andy Hermann learn about renters’ rights in Chicago, and then they discuss gentrification in the Wicker Park neighborhood. Shirley Johnson – program director, Metropolitan Tenants Organization; about renters’ rights in Chicago Mike & Andy at North / Milwaukee / Damen; checking out the scene at the six corners Tim Inklebarger – staff writer, Chicago Journal; on gentrification in the Wicker Park neighborhood (segue music this week by Frisbie)

OTL: music + email

As announced on the air, we’re looking for music to feature during segment segues in our show. If you are a local/regional Chicago musician, or if you have suggestions on what music we should use, drop us a line for info on how to direct us to the tunes. Also, we send out a weekly email about what’s on tap for each show. If you’re interested in joining our e-blast, just send us a note with your e-contact info. We will not share your info with anyone! Later, Andy and Mike

OTL: Episode #26

(podcasting “from” a farm in the middle of Lake County) (broadcasting on the 100-watt blowtorch WLUW 88.7-FM Chicago) Mike Stephen and Andy Hermann learn about local and organic farming, they discuss the NCAA basketball tournament and girlfriends’ dads, and then they talk about the latest anti-technology experiment. web updates and local music; interact at the new OTL Forum, and we’re looking for local music to feature on the show Jim Slama – founder, FamilyFarmed.org; on local and organic food in Illinois NCAA basketball tournament; Mike tries to impress Jenny’s dad during March Madness Mike Taylor – co-founder, ShutdownDay.org; on a bold experiment technology experiment (segue music this week by Down the Line)