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 “OTL is #1” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen celebrates the show being selected best podcast in Chicago, discusses the “malling” of the city with Jonathan Fine, plays some audio from a recent Bears tailgate, and reviews NewCity’s Best of Chicago 2010 list with the magazine’s publisher. Outside the Loop and #1 in Chicago!— NewCity selected OTL as the “best local podcast” in Chicago for 2010! We’re all pretty excited! Thanks for checking out Chicago’s almost above-ground audio magazine! Jonathan Fine— Executive Director of Preservation Chicago Recently, Jonathan was part of a debate over the “malling” of Chicago. He explains his view of why bringing large malls into Chicago isn’t a good idea. The Proposed Wrigleyville Development Inside a Bears Tailgate — Host Mike Stephen was at a Chicago Bears tailgate before the game last week…with an audio recorder. We get a brief recap from the sounds of Bears fanatics Kevin, Joe, and Matt. A View of Last Week’s Bears Tailgate Brian Hieggelke— Editor and Publisher of NewCity Brian returns to discuss the annual best of Chicago edition of NewCity. NOTE: Since Brian is an occasional guest on OTL, he recused himself from the “best local podcast” category and gave that assignment to another writer. We’re legit, baby! OTL #221 local music provided by The Rails…
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 “where’s the snowball?” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about the Chicago Poetry Tour podcast, listens to a Chicagoan tell his story of meeting Rahmbo, and gets the scoop on the Chicago Reader’s Real Deal Project. Attention Local Musicians: OTL Wants to Record Your Holiday Songs!— Once again, OTL will feature local Holiday tunes on the December 23 show! This year, however, host Mike Stephen will record YOUR music for airplay! E-mail Mike at mike@outsidetheloopradio.com to set up a time and day to record your songs! NOTE: These must be ACOUSTIC tunes and must be able to be recorded with four microphones or less. Record with OTL! Don Share— Senior Editor of POETRY Magazine The Chicago Poetry Tour Podcast is a great way to explore the city through poetry. Don gives us his insight into the Chicago poetry scene and how the podcasts are a great resource for all of us. Jay Sukow — Local Improv Dude and Co-Writer and Director of the upcoming movie, Trubadeaux Jay recalls his on-the-street meeting with Rahmfest and how Mr. E. almost got pegged with a snowball. Jay and Rahm in Andersonville Andy Hermann— Program Specialist at The Real Deal Project The former OTL executive producer returns to the Bunker to tell us about a new coupon project from the Chicago Reader. OTL #220 […]
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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 “looking to record your Holiday song” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen wants to record your Holiday music, talks to the Green Party candidate for State Rep in the 39th district about his recent campaign, learns about the upcoming AREA Chicago auction, and discusses the Roscoe Village econmy with a local business owner. Attention Local Musicians: OTL Wants to Record Your Holiday Songs!— Once again, OTL will feature local Holiday tunes on the December 23 show! This year, however, host Mike Stephen will record YOUR music for airplay! E-mail Mike at mike@outsidetheloopradio.com to set up a time and day to record your songs! NOTE: These must be ACOUSTIC tunes and must be able to be recorded with four microphones or less. Record with OTL! Jeremy Karpen— Former Green Party Candidate for IL State Rep (39th District) Jeremy ended up losing the election, but he reflects on the future of the Green Party in IL and what kind of representation his community of Logan Square needs in the future. Rachel Wallis — Finance Coordinator for AREA Chicago AREA Chicago is a bi-annual magazine and a series of local community events. They are holding a very unique benefit auction this Saturday, December 4th, called “Wants and Needs.” We find out more about AREA Chicago and the auction this week. Jenna Zaffino— Owner/Director of […]
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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 “thankful for your attention” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to The Parking Ticket Geek about the first Chicago Driver Survival Seminar, gets a new take on an old Holiday classic play, and samples beers in the South Loop with the guys from BeerDownload.com. Vote For Outside the Loop!— NewCity magazine is running their Best of Chicago 2010 poll right now. You’d be oh-so-awesome if you wrote in Outside the Loop for “Best Local Podcast!” REMEMBER: you must vote for at least TEN categories for your ballot to count! Thanks for your support! Rock the vote! The Parking Ticket Geek— Blogger at The Expired Meter The Geek and Ald. Scott Waguespack have teamed up to bring you the first Chicago Driver Survival Seminar on Tuesday, November 30th. You’ll get educated on local driving in one night! We learn more this week. Christopher Kidder — Artistic Director of the Commedia Beauregard Theatre Company This Minnesota-based theater company brings A Klingon Christmas Carol to Chicago. Yeah, you read that right! We hear a portion of an interview with Chris from OTL #183 back in March when he was planning on bringing the show to the Windy City. You can catch the production at the Greenhouse Theater Center in Lincoln Park. A Scene from A Klingon Christmas Carol Matt Arata and Steve Mastny— […]
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