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 “local holiday tunes” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen relaxes in his velvet robe with a glass of eggnog, talks to one of Santa’s lieutenants, and spins some seasonal songs that were recorded by local musicians in the OTL Bunker! This Year’s Christmas Show Features… Ronald Q. McGee — Santa’s United States Midwestern Regional Manager at the North Pole Santa Claus is way too busy to give an interview, so Ronald talks to us exclusively from Santa’s North Pole Command Center about the final preparations for the evening of December 24th. CHICAGO CHRISTMAS MUSIC! Special thanks to the following bands for dropping by the OTL Bunker studios to record some great Holiday songs with Mike Stephen: Go Time– “Baby, Please Come Home” and “Stockings Hung Low” Mick from Gidgets Ga Ga -“Christmas Wish” Joe Dickinson– “Someone Saw Santa” Magic Milk– “Mele Kalikimaka” PJ Anderson and John Pacini from Jackson Bailey– “The First Noel” Merry Christmas From Outside the Loop Radio! OTL Host Mike Stephen Enjoys A Charlie Brown Christmas.
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 “victory garden” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen would like a pic with the Stanley Cup, goes inside a new Rogers Park venue, learns about a new kind of web banner ad, and visits the Peterson Garden on the North Side. Chris Ritter — General Manager of the Mayne Stage and Act One Cafe in Rogers Park We go inside this new venue that doubles as a giant recording studio and radio broadcast facility. Mayne Stage in Rogers Park Brad Flora— Founder of WindyCitizen.com and NowSpots.com Brad was recently awarded $250,000 from the Knight Foundation for his NowSpots idea. We find out all about it this week. 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 OTL #196 local music provided by Bird Talk…
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “happening on your block” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen gets the lowdown on the super-local EveryBlock.com, learns about the upcoming Widow’s Peak Music Fest, and finds out how to avoid street cleaning parking tickets. Adrian Holovaty — Co-Founder of EveryBlock.com There’s an answer to the question, “What’s happening in my neighborhood?” Adrian gives us the details about this super-local website. Michael Teach and David “Chewie” Rothenberg— From Chicago Acoustic Underground and the guys behind the Widow’s Peak Music Fest OTL’s associate producer, Megan Sandilands, files her report on this upcoming music festival in the outskirts of Chicago that features lots of local talent. Molly Curry — Co-Founder of Stop Parking Tickets Do you hate to walk out to your car only to find that it’s been ticketed because it’s street-sweeping day in your neighborhood? Megan is on a quest to help you avoid those terrible tickets! OTL #188 local music provided by Luke Sayers…
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THE THIRD IN THE OTL NEIGHBORHOOD SERIES… ALSO, CHECK OUT THE LOGAN SQUARE AND BUCKTOWN SHOWS! (podcasting from the streets of Pilsen in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “come on over to Pilsen” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen goes on-location in the Pilsen neighborhood in Chicago for a profile of this unique community. Stephanie Manriquez — Executive Assistant at Casa Aztlan This incredible organization has been assisting the Pilsen community for 40 years with cultural activities, community organizing, and adult education. We get a look inside the great work that goes on there. Casa Aztlan in Pilsen Fr. Chuck Dahm, O.P.— Associate Pastor at St. Pius V Catholic Church Father Chuck is well-known in the Pilsen community for his work helping victims of domestic violence. I drop into St. Pius to discuss his experiences in Pilsen. St. Pius V Catholic Church Willie Wagner — Owner and Chef at Honky Tonk BBQ There’s a great BBQ joint in the heart of Pilsen…OF COURSE I’m going to check it out! Willie sits down to chat about his award-winning BBQ and owning a business in the community. Honky Tonk BBQ Vanessa Sanchez — Youth Programs Project Manager for Yollocalli Arts Reach Art is an important part of the Pilsen community. Yollocalli encourages area youth and young adults to participate in arts. Vanessa describes how the programs impact Pilsen residents and her outlook on the future of the neighborhood. A Mural on the Side of the Building that Houses Yollocalli OTL #179 local […]
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