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 pipeline to your heart” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the creators of ChicagoLobbyists.org, learns about a Chicago comedy blog, and chats with the editor of the Chicago Pipeline, an e-newsletter about Wicker Park and Bucktown. Paul Baker, Derek Eder, and Chad Pry— Part of the creative team behind ChicagoLobbyists.org We learn about this website that’s intended to improve transparency of interactions between the City of Chicago and lobbyists and their clients. James Kamp– Editor and founder of the Comedy of Chicago blog This blog spotlights different topics within the local comedy scene. James tells us why he started this blog and why you should check it out. Alisa Hauser— Editor and publisher of the Chicago Pipeline This weekly e-newsletter covers Wicker Park and Bucktown. Alisa gives us the lowdown on reporting the happenings in her community. OTL #276 local music provided by Warm Ones…
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 […]
Posted 14 years ago Tagged AREA Chicago Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago neighborhoods Chicago Radio Jeremy Karpen 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 “street-level” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen roughs the winds of Chicago, chats with the author of an article about Chicago Avenue, and visits the Near North Farmessori to see how goes the experiment in urban gardening. Janina Williams— Freelance Writer and Author of Chicago Ave: A ‘Hood In Limbo The stretch of Chicago Ave. between Damen and Ashland has seen a lot of action over the years. Janina reflects on where this neighborhood has been, where it is now, and where it’s going. Deitch Pharmacy on Chicago Ave. Photo Courtesy of Janina Williams Who Needs the Olympics?— Chicago has one of the top five gay bars in the world! Anna Viertel and Stacy Cushenberry— Staff at the Near North Montessori School The Near North Farmessori is a student-run farm in the East Village neighborhood. It’s come a long way since we last stopped by in six inches of snow in February. We get an update this week. The Near North Farmessori OTL #207 local music provided by I Kong Kult…
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago neighborhoods Chicago Radio Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio urban gardening WLUW