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 “BBQ” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen previews the Windy City Rib Classic, discusses the slight growth in Chicago’s population, and airs a conversation with Metro’s Joe Shanahan. Gary Wiviott— Co-founder of the Windy City Rib Classic, Author of Low & Slow: Master the Art of Barbecue in 5 Easy Lessons An authentic BBQ competition comes to Chicago on August 12th. We get the tasty details this week. Chicago’s population grows – According to this article on Crain’s Chicago Business website, Chicago’s population is finally growing. Graphic courtesy of chicagobusiness.com Joe Shanahan– Owner of Metro This year one of the best-known music venues in Chicago, Metro, turns 30. Mike digs up an interview he did with Joe Shanahan from 2002 when the club turned 20. We hear part of this interesting conversation. Joe Shanahan. Photo courtesy of msn.com. OTL #302 local music provided by Careful Q…
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 “tacos rule” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen discusses the proposed local food truck ordinance, is amazed by such positive Yelp reviews for a local Taco Bell, and learns about a new Chicago transit app in development. Alex Levine— Founder of FoodTruckFreak.com Next week the City Council will vote on the proposed food truck ordinance. Alex gives us her analysis of this ordinance. The Best Taco Bell in Chicago? – Mike, who is not a fan of Taco Bell but loves Mexican food, reads through some amazingly positive reviews of the Taco Bell at 2575 N. Clybourn. Sara Aye– Research Director at Greater Good Studio Sara and her team are developing a new local transit app that involves community participation. We get the lowdown this week. Check out the project’s Kickstarter page HERE. OTL #301 local music provided by Unicycle Loves You…
Posted 14 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago Food Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio 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 “radiopia experience” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to a local comedian about his new TV pilot, learns why Felony Franks hot dogs closed down, and previews the Metropia Experience festival. Steve Tobiasz— Local writer and comedian We learn about Steve’s new local TV pilot, The Third Coast. Jim Andrews – Owner of Felony Franks This West Side hot dog joint that employed ex-offenders closed its doors this week. We get the full story. You can check out the first OTL interview at Felony Franks on OTL #201. Omar Barragan– Founder of the Metropia Experience This new Chicago music and arts festival happening tonight and Friday, June 8th. OTL #295 local music provided by Band Called Catch…
Posted 14 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago comedy Chicago Food Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio 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 “story fest” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen previews the 16th annual Story Week Festival of Writers, talks to the Parking Ticket Geek about local transportation issues, and discusses LTHForum.com’s Great Neighborhood Restaurant nominations. Megan Stielstra– Local author and faculty member of the fiction writing department at Columbia College The 16th annual Story Week Festival of Writers is coming up March 18-23. We get a preview of this popular local literary event. Megan is also the literary director of 2nd Story, a local storytelling series. The Parking Ticket Geek— Official OTL parking correspondent and blogger at TheExpiredMeter.com The Geek discusses local red light and speed camera topics and answers a common ticket question. Steve Zaransky– Co-Owner of LTHForum.com The 2012 Great Neighborhood Restaurant and Resources nominations are now open. We talk about this award program that has gained popularity over the years. OTL #285 local music provided by Color Card..
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