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…
Posted 12 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago Business Chicago comedy Chicago Food Chicago media Chicago Music 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 “smart Chicago” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about a big data project in Cook County, previews a few running events with the owner of Fleet Feet Sports, and talks Chicago comedy with the editor of The Steamroller blog. Dan O’Neil– Executive Director of Smart Chicago Collaborative The SCC is partnering with Cook County to expand access to data that can have a positive impact in our daily lives. Dave Zimmer – Owner and CEO of Fleet Feet Sports Chicago There are some fun local running events happening soon. Dave gives us a preview and talks about Chicago’s running community. Matt Byrne– Creator and Editor of The Steamroller We learn about this blog that covers the Chicago comedy scene. OTL #381 local music provided by Carbon Tigers…
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OTL: Episode #380- Local booze & baseball, Biggest pothole contest, The City Life Supplement returns
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 “knowledge pothole” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks local booze and baseball, learns about the Bridgeport Citizens Group’s pothole contest, and previews The City Life Supplement podcast’s third season. Josh Noel– Reporter for the Chicago Tribune Recently Josh worked on a project that documents the oral history of Wrigley Field. We learn about that and hear about Josh’s latest reporting on the state of Malort. Mike Stephen hanging out outside of Wrigley Field before sipping Malort. Dan Pugh – Director of the Bridgeport Citizens Group This time of year we see some pretty nasty potholes on our streets. The Bridgeport Citizens Group is holding a contest to see who can find the biggest pothole. We get the details. Matt Lyle– Head writer and host of The City Life Supplement podcast This live show that’s also distributed as a podcast is described as a metropolitan “A Prairie Home Companion” and it’s all about life in Chicago. You can attend the next performance at The Holiday Club on January 25th. OTL #380 local music provided by Brother George…
Posted 12 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago comedy Chicago History Chicago media Chicago neighborhoods Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Josh Noel Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio the city life supplement WLUW