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 “watch where you idle your car” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the director of a film about the culture of violence in Chicago, shares his downtown parking woes, and checks in with a family that isn’t purchasing anything in 2013. Will Robson-Scott– Director of Chi Raq We discuss this documentary on the culture of violence in some of Chicago’s poorest neighborhoods. A bogus parking ticket– Mike tells the story of how his dad received a parking ticket while Mike was idling the car, waiting to pick him up. Friend of OTL, The Parking Ticket Geek, recently featured Mike’s story in a column. OTL Host Mike Stephen with a bogus ticket. Photo courtesy of dnainfo.com. Joe Basilone– Co-owner of Thrift & Thrive resale shop Could you go a whole year without buying anything? That’s what Joe and his family are attempting in 2013. We check in with him once again to see how it’s going. OTL #362 local music provided by Speck Mountain…
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 “frisky” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the Chicago Reader’s Mick Dumke about the CPD’s stop and frisk policy, learns about Pressbox laundry, and talks bicycle law with a Chicago lawyer. Mick Dumke– Senior writer at the Chicago Reader Mick discusses the legality of the Chicago Police’s stop and frisk policies and if they are effective in reducing crime. Check out his article HERE. Drew McKenna– Co-founder of Pressbox We learn about this new and convenient way to do laundry and dry cleaning in Chicago. Matt Willins– Founder of Willens Law Offices There are some little-known laws when it comes to bicycling in Chicago. We discuss these and other bike-related issues. OTL #361 local music provided by Moxie Motive…
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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 “fully-geeked for parking in Chicago” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to Will Guzzardi about running for IL State Rep once again, learns about the Goose and Fox Pop-Up Supper Club, and checks in with the Parking Ticket Geek about speed cameras and much more. Will Guzzardi– Candidate for the Democratic nomination for IL State Representative (39th) A couple years ago Will ran for this position and came up just 125 votes short. He’s back at it again and we find out where he stands on statewide and local issues. Greg Combs– Chef and proprietor of Goose & Fox We hear about this local pop-up supper club that prides itself on excellent food as well as a down-to-earth atmosphere. The Parking Ticket Geek– Blogger at TheExpiredMeter.com The Geek discusses red light cameras, city sticker violations, and much more. OTL #360 local music provided by Project Film…
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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 “call your mom” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about a website that pays your parking tickets, gets an awesome voicemail from his mom, and talks to the co-host of a fun local literary podcast. Nick Gartmann– Creator of the Ticket Ninja Getting a parking ticket in Chicago stinks and so do the late fees if you don’t pay those tickets promptly. We learn about this site that pays the ticket for you. Mom always loves ‘ya– Mike’s mom watched his performance in In For a Trim and left him a voicemail about it. We hear the always-uplifting Mrs. Stephen’s message. Mike Stephen as Bruce Cardiff in the short In For a Trim. Willy Nast– Co-founder and co-host of the All Write Already! podcast This podcast covers the local literary scene and isn’t “all huffy about it.” We talk to Willy to get the lowdown on the show. OTL #357 local music provided by New World Ancients…
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