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 “homemade” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about the proposed ride-sharing ordinance, examines how the recent weather can get you a parking ticket, and talks to the host of the Homemade Stories podcast. Jacob Huebert– Senior attorney at The Liberty Justice Center Do you use ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft? Jacob authored a recent blog post about the 7 worst things in Chicago’s proposed ride-sharing ordinance. He joins us to discuss what he wrote. The Parking Ticket Geek – Blogger at The Expired Meter The crazy amount of snow we’ve been getting recently can lead to surprise parking tickets. The Geek joins us to explain. Photo courtesy of The Expired Meter Shannon Cason– Local writer, storyteller, and host of the Homemade Stories podcast We learn what makes a storyteller tick and find out about the Kickstarter page for Shannon’s locally-produced podcast. Shannon Cason OTL #384 local music provided by The Viaducts…
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 “hoedown” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks indie media with Making Contact’s Lisa Rudman, looks at Open City Apps’ great work, and previews the Hideout Harmonica Hoedown this Sunday. Lisa Rudman– Executive Director of Making Contact Coming up February 27-March 2 The Media Consortium will have their annual meeting in Chicago. Lisa previews this event that’s open to the public and discusses the future of independent journalism. Juan-Pablo Velez– Collaborator at Open City Apps We learn about this group that creates apps with open data to improve transparency and understanding of our government. Bob Kessler– Harmonica stud and MC and Curator of the Hideout Harmonica Hoedown This awesome event takes place this Sunday at 7pm at The Hideout (1354 W. Wabansia). We get a preview of this great night of music. OTL #383 local music provided by The Black Willoughbys…
Posted 11 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Music Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio harmonica 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 “smart Chicago” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about a big data project in Cook County, previews a few running events with the owner of Fleet Feet Sports, and talks Chicago comedy with the editor of The Steamroller blog. Dan O’Neil– Executive Director of Smart Chicago Collaborative The SCC is partnering with Cook County to expand access to data that can have a positive impact in our daily lives. Dave Zimmer – Owner and CEO of Fleet Feet Sports Chicago There are some fun local running events happening soon. Dave gives us a preview and talks about Chicago’s running community. Matt Byrne– Creator and Editor of The Steamroller We learn about this blog that covers the Chicago comedy scene. OTL #381 local music provided by Carbon Tigers…
Posted 11 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago comedy Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio running 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 “Tacofancy” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen looks at the mayor’s proposed 2014 budget, discusses a community-driven online taco repository, and talks to a Chicagoan who attended the Blackhawks’ championship celebration at the White House. Ellyn Fortino– Reporter & blogger for Progress Illinois Recently Mayor Emanuel proposed his version of Chicago’s budget for 2014. We analyze the budget and how it would impact the city’s finances. Photo courtesy of Progress Illinois Tacofancy– A community-driven taco hub Mike discovers Dan Sinker‘s online taco repository. And it’s delicious. A delicious taco. Brandon Wetherbee– Host of the You, Me, Them, Everybody podcast and Managing Editor of Bright Young Things Brandon, a Chicagoan, attended the Blackhawks Stanley Cup ceremony at the White House and gives us a behind-the-scenes account. Photo courtesy of Brandon Wetherbee/Bright Young Things. OTL #369 local music provided by Brice Woodall…
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