TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (broadcasting on the “Big Moose” radio station WGN-AM 720) New daddy Mike Stephen learns about the movement to abolish the red light cameras in Chicago, discusses transportation issues with the Parking Ticket Geek, and gets the story of local Bluesman Big Moose Walker. Don Bransford– Committee member of Citizens to Abolish Red Light Cameras The red light cameras are a pain for Chicago drivers. We learn why a group of Chicagoans is working to get all of them removed from city streets. The Parking Ticket Geek– OTL’s Official Parking Correspondent and Blogger at The Expired Meter We get an update on some important local transportation topics from the one and only Parking Ticket Geek. The Secret History of Chicago Music– Local music historian and artist Plastic Crimewave (aka: Steve Krakow) profiles 20th century Blues musician Big Moose Walker in this week’s Chicago Reader. He gives us the lowdown on his musical contribution to Chicago. OTL #440 local music provided by Archie Powell and The Exports…
TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (broadcasting on the “on a road diet” radio station WGN-AM 720) Mike Stephen learns about a new study that examines the public’s perception of the Chicago Police, discusses putting Chicago on a “road diet,” and goes deep in local music history with music historian Steve Krakow to learn about Nimblewill Creek. Dr. Wesley Skogan– Director of The Neighborhood Crime and Justice Study We learn about this study that examines the public’s perception of the effectiveness of the Chicago Police. John Greenfield– Editor of Streetsblog Chicago Recently John wrote an op-ed in Crain’s Chicago Business about putting Chicago on a “road diet.” We find out what he means this week. The Secret History of Chicago Music– Local music historian and artist Plastic Crimewave (aka: Steve Krakow) profiles the now-defunct band Nimblewill Creek in this week’s Chicago Reader. He gives us the lowdown on the band’s musical contribution to Chicago. OTL #428 local music provided by Royal Son of a Guns…
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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 “are you on the clock?” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen discusses the economic impact of government unions in Illinois, talks to the guy who biked the entire perimeter of the Metra rail lines, and previews Fulton Fest. Paul Kersey– Director of Labor Policy at the Illinois Policy Institute How much are Illinois government unions costing taxpayers? We explore the impact of these unions on our state’s economic future. John Greenfield– Editor of Streetsblog Chicago Recently John biked the entire perimeter of Metra’s rail lines in order to better understand our region. He also wrote an article about it. We find out what he learned from his 4-day trek. John’s bike route around the Metra lines. Liz Valentine– Co-organizer of Fulton Fest We get a preview of this festival that showcases the Nearwest Side’s innovation. It takes place Friday, August 22, from 2-7pm on Fulton between Damen and Hoyne. OTL #410 local music provided by The Lemons…
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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 “smile, you’re on the red light camera” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen discusses the pollution level of Chicago beaches, previews the STORY festival, and talks to a rep from Citizens to Abolish Red Light Cameras about that group’s work. Josh Mogerman– Deputy Director of National Media for the Natural Resources Defense Council The NRDC makes it easy for us to see the pollution level of Chicago beaches through their website. We find out how it works. Katie Strandlund– Director of Operations for STORY On October 2-3, the STORY conference takes place in Chicago. It’s an event where all creative types get together to network and learn from one another. We get a preview. Don Bransford– Committee member of Citizens to Abolish Red Light Cameras Are the red light cameras making us safer? Not everyone thinks so. We learn about the actions this organization is taking to get the cameras taken down. A recent red light camera protest. OTL #408 local music provided by Noah Harris…
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