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 “Santa Claus is comin’ to town” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen gives thanks, has an exclusive interview with Santa Claus and grooves to the sweet sounds of local Holiday music. HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Santa Claus– A very special OTL guest The man himself joins us from the North Pole to preview his annual world-wide ride this Christmas Eve. He also unveils his “naughty and nice list.” What we think Santa looks like… OTL Host Mike Stephen’s Christmas tree. He’s a glutton for punishment. OTL #274 local music provided by The YMTE Podcast…
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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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 “paper machete” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen chats with the host of a weekly salon in a saloon, does some TIF Talk, and discusses Chicago theatre with a New Yorker. Christopher Piatt— Host and Curator of The Paper Machete Show We learn about this free weekly live magazine and podcast the covers pop culture, current events, and American manners at The Horseshoe on Lincoln every Saturday at 3 p.m. TIF Talk– A new OTL segment TIF Districts are pretty controversial in Chicago. This occasional segment looks at TIFs from different angles. This week, we hear a listener’s reaction to a TIF discussion on a past show with Ald. James Cappleman (46th). What we imagine exists inside a TIF fund. Wes Grantom— Director of The Steadfast We hear about the development of this new play and get Wes’ reflections on the Chicago theatre scene as a director in New York. His show is based off of a painting (pictured below) by artist Steve Alpert. OTL #251 local music provided by Black Bear Combo…
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Chicago theater 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 “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