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…
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 sandwich” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about a local free music label, chats about the Chicago Sandwich Bracket, and previews the new episode of locally-produced Hank Frisco: Galaxy Defender, a Sci-Fi comedy web series. Jason Sizer– Co-founder of Maek Music We learn about this local music label that puts out music for us to consume for free. Jeff Feyerer – Co-founder of the Chicago Sandwich Bracket Now YOU can participate in this online NCAA-style tourney to crown the best sandwich in Chicago. Photo: courtesy of The Chicago Sandwich Bracket Matt Kelley– Producer and Writer of Hank Frisco: Galaxy Defender Produced here in Chicago, this sci-fi comedy web series is about to release its 4th episode. You can check out the viewing party at The Lincoln Tap Room (3010 N Lincoln Ave.) on February 15th! OTL #382 local music provided by The Damn Choir…
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TO HEAR THE SHOW, PRESS THE “PLAY” BUTTON AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST… (podcasting from Toons Bar and Grill in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “happy new year!” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen looks back on 2013 in Chicago with Mick Dumke of the Chicago Reader, Shamus Toomey of DNA Info Chicago, and Jen Kramer of Navy Pier. HAPPY NEW YEAR! We look back at the year that was 2013 with a panel of great Chicagoans. Mick Dumke– Senior Writer at the Chicago Reader Shamus Toomey– Managing Editor of DNA Info Chicago Jen Kramer– Director of Entertainment and Special Events at Navy Pier Jen Kramer, Mick Dumke, and Shamus Toomey at Toons Bar and Grill at 3857 N. Southport.
Posted 12 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago Music Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mick Dumke Mike Stephen Toon's 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 “Ho! Ho! Ho!” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Happy Holidays from Outside the Loop Radio! OTL Host Mike Stephen catches up on his Christmas reading.
Posted 12 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Music Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW
