(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “loud outside the loop press” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the guys who figured out the impact (or lack thereof) of the CTA service cuts, discusses the Chicago music scene with a local blogger, and gets the latest on the red light camera saga from the Parking Ticket Geek. Luke Joyner and Max Shron — University of Chicago grads and the guys behind picturingtransit.com Have the cuts in service by the CTA really affected our commutes? Luke and Max created a website about this issue and they tell us their findings. Richard Giraldi— Founder and Editor of Loud Loop Press Loud Loop Press aims to cover Chicago’s vast music scene all in one blog. Richard discusses this massive task. The Parking Ticket Geek — OTL Parking Correspondent and Blogger at TheExpiredMeter.com The Parking Ticket Geek returns to the show to give us the lowdown on the push to get red light cameras out of IL and his take on the five minute grace period for parking payboxes. OTL #178 local music provided by The Locals…
(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “Santa Claus is the real deal” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen plays DJ and spins some Holiday tunes performed by local bands! Remember kids, you can track Santa using mommy and daddy’s tax $$! — NORAD is on high alert…for Santa Claus. You can track Jolly ‘Ol Saint Nick’s movements on Christmas Eve Night. Just click here. Santa Claus’ Magic Explained— Science takes a crack at uncovering how Santa Claus gets his job done with such consistency. Here’s the full report. CHRISTMAS MUSIC! Go Time– “God Rest Ye Merry Peace Frog” The Astronomer -“Arrival Departure” Trakan– “Santa’s Boots” A Sample Life– “Rockin’ Your Christmas Home” Merry Christmas From Outside the Loop Radio! OTL Host Mike Stephen On His Way to Buy a Christmas Tree
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “RIP Johnnie” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the CTA Tattler about Apple Inc’s latest move in Chicago and about the threat of a fare hike, checks in on the Scotland Yard Gospel Choir after their horrific tour van accident, and mourns the loss of Johnnie, owner of Johnnie’s Lounge. Kevin O’Neil — The CTA Tattler Apple will cough up some cash to rehab the crappy North/Clybourn El stop. With the bad economy can we expect CTA fare hikes in the future? The CTA Tattler discusses these issues! Elia — Songwriter, Guitarist, and Vocalist for the Scotland Yard Gospel Choir This past September the local band Scotland Yard Gospel Choir was nearly killed when their tour van flipped over in I-65 in Indiana. Elia recalls the story and gives us a recovery update. Elia Jason Mathews – Former Regular at Johnnie’s Lounge Ivan “Johnnie” Vrbetic passed away on October 23, 2009 at the age of 87. He was the owner of Johnnie’s Lounge on Lincoln, one of the greatest bars in Chicago. Jason and Mike fondly remember Johnnie and the bar. Johnnie’s Lounge Johnnie OTL #162 local music provided by Scotland Yard Gospel Choir…
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “3 is the new 10” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen toasts OTL’s three year anniversary, explores the gift of music with Practice With a Purpose, reads some listener e-mail, and gets artsy in Logan Square with Chicago ARTillery. OTL Turns 3 – Mike celebrates in a low-key fashion Outside the Loop Radio turns 3 years old this week! Since Mike had a wedding to help plan this summer we’re planning on a massive OTL anniversary party a later in the year. Stay tuned! Outside the Loop Host Mike Stephen in His Standard Weekday Evening Wear Tymme Windham – Vice President and Volunteer Coordinator for Practice With a Purpose Bill Paige – Volunteer for Practice with a Purpose A local volunteer organization brings the joy of music to nursing homes, churches, and hospitals. We hear the sounds of some good people doing good things for others. The Practice With a Purpose Crew Rocks the Carleton on the Lake Nursing Home in Uptown Tracy Kostenbader and Victor Mantanez — Co-founders of Chicago ARTillery This group, based in Logan Square, is working to transform our relationship to art. We find out how this week. A Piece of Art at Cole’s Bar in Logan Square OTL #157 local music provided by bluemoonrevue…
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