OTL: The Latest on WLUW

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OTL: Episode #42

(podcasting “from” the corner of Lake and Ashland, just outside of Union Park) (broadcasting on the 100-watt rock show WLUW 88.7-FM Chicago) Mike Stephen and Andy Hermann share transportation stories, they discuss public art in Berwyn, they get the scoop on a big Chicago music festival, and then they learn about more potential concerts at Wrigley Field. Mike and Andy’s transportation report; Mike takes some cyclists to task, and Andy enjoys cheesy Michiana radio Cari Brokamp – reporter, Berwyn Life; on public art in Berwyn, and breaking the Spindle story Miles Raymer – music columnist, Chicago Reader; on the Pitchfork Music Festival, and what it means for Chicago David Winner – president, Lake View Citizens Council; on more concerts at Wrigley Field (segue music this week from The Sea and Cake)

OTL: Episode #41

(podcasting “from” the Grosse Point Lighthouse) (broadcasting on the 100-watt ray of light WLUW 88.7-FM Chicago) Andy Hermann surprises Mike Stephen with a little gift, they discuss low power FM radio, they learn more about Google taking over the world, and then they talk about a hilarious local sports paper. Andy’s gift for Mike; classic cheese rock in print Hannah Sassaman – organizer, Prometheus Radio Project; on the Local Community Radio Act of 2007 Aliza Appelbaum – summer campus editor, The Daily Northwestern; on Google’s quest for world domination Brad Zibung – editor in chief, The Heckler; on sports in Chicago, and not taking them too seriously (segue music this week from Hawk)

OTL: Give to WLUW !!

We here at Outside the Loop RADIO are humbled by the opportunity to broadcast each week from the mighty 100-watts pumped out from the WLUW transmitter, but we can’t do it without your help! Join us this Friday (6/8) night at 6p for our special OTL Pledge Drive Spectacular, where Chicago’s 1st Ward Alderman Manny Flores joins us in-studio for a great discussion on Chicago. We love to bring you the stories and guests not heard extensively in other media outlets, so drop what you’re doing for just a minute and pledge your support to WLUW and let them know you value our show. Any amount of funds you can send our way is great — we’re doing this show purely for the love of quality radio. So call 773-508-7300, or donate right online at WLUW.org !! Here’s some more info. Talk with you on Friday!!! Win a new Toyota Yaris from WLUW? Yes, that’s right! WLUW’s end-of-fiscal-year pledge drive is underway, and the floating message does not lie — WLUW is giving away a brand new 2008 Toyota Yaris this summer! It’s the Free Yr Radio Yaris giveaway! Some lucky WLUW listener will walk — well, drive — away with a new car, and we’ll even throw in $7000 cash for taxes and upgrades! Everyone who pledges will be automatically entered in the Free Yr Radio Yaris drawing, plus you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that you’ve helped ensure WLUW finishes its fiscal year with a balanced budget. Click […]