TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (broadcasting on the “rockin’-the-harp” radio station WGN-AM 720) Mike Stephen looks at union influence on local politics, discusses the threat of the Emerald Ash Borer on our trees, and gets a preview of the 4th annual Hideout Harmonica Hoedown. Diana Rickert– VP of Communications for the Illinois Policy Institute We examine the role of unions in the Illinois political process. The Institute just released a report entitled The Anatomy of Influence: Government Unions in Illinois. Mark Cinnamon– State Plant Regulatory Official Have you noticed trees disappearing from Chicago streets? We examine why the infestation of the Emerald Ash Borer is a serious wreaking havoc with our local greenery. Bob Kessler– Harmonica “colorist” and founder/curator of the Hideout Harmonica Hoedown We get a preview of the 4th annual hoedown, the premiere celebration of the harmonica, taking place Sunday, March 8th at The Hideout (1354 W. Wabansia). Bob and Mike share a jam sesh on the 50,000-watt blowtorch too! Bob Kessler and Mike Stephen have a harp jam in the WGN Radio studios. OTL #437 local music provided by Bob Kessler…
OTL: Episode #411- OTL is moving to WGN, Reclaiming local old wood, Chicago Rarities Orchard Project
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 “Chicago rarity” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen announces the show’s move to WGN Radio, visits a local carpenter who reclaims old wood, and learns about the plan to create unique fruit orchards in Chicago. Andy Hermann– The new producer of OTL…again BIG NEWS: This show is moving to the airwaves of WGN-AM (720) starting October 4th!! We get the details on what to expect. Rob Christopher– Founder & Owner of Emotive Reclaim We visit Rob’s Humboldt Park workshop where he turns found materials around town into beautiful furniture. Rob Christopher at work in the Emotive Reclaim shop. Dave Synder– Founder and Board Member, Chicago Rarities Orchard Project It’s the goal of this organization to build neighborhood orchards around the city. We learn how this project could bring the community together. The plan for the first orchard. OTL #411 local music provided by Maks the Fox…
Posted 11 years ago Tagged Andy Hermann Chicago blog Chicago Business Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WGN 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 “Radio-9 From Outer Space” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to environmental radio host Mike Nowak, gets an analysis of the Transit Future proposal, and previews the 826CHI sci-fi prom this weekend. Mike Nowak – Host of The Mike Nowak Show on WCPT-AM (820) and author of the forthcoming book, Attack of the Killer Asparagus and Other Lessons Not Learned in the Garden We talk to Mike about Chicago environmental issues and preview his live broadcast from the Irish American Heritage Center this Sunday morning. John Greenfield– Editor of Streetsblog Chicago Recently, John analyzed the Transit Future proposal to revamp Chicagoland’s transit system. We get his opinions on the plan. Hayley Miller– Events & Outreach Coordinator at 826CHI This local non-profit writing & tutoring center is holding its annual fundraiser this weekend. We get a preview and learn more about this organization. OTL #393 local music provided by Secret Science…
Posted 11 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Chicago transportation Mike Nowak 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 “urban gardening is fun” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen visits the Peterson Garden Project, previews the Bellwether event at The Hideout, and visits with the host of The Scott Emo Show. LaManda Joy – Block Captain for the Peterson Garden We pay a visit to this organic community vegetable garden at Peterson and Campbell in the 40th Ward. Peterson Garden Susie Daly– Co-host of Bellwether This new series kicks off at The Hideout on June 8-9. We get a preview of this even that’s billed as Market + Happening + Feast all in one. Scott Emo– Host of The Scott Emo Show This show is a combination local talk show, webisode series, and podcast. The next live taping takes place on May 22 at Stage 773 (1225 W. Belmont) at 8pm. OTL #344 local music provided by The Bingers…
Posted 12 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago Gardening Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Community Gardening