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 “can you believe this whole parking meter deal?” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen discusses the role of nonprofits in the upcoming local elections, explores the effects of parking meter increase on local biz, and learns about a new push for journos in low-income Chicago. Tom Tresser— Instructor at DePaul University and the Illinois Institute of Technology, Former Candidate for Cook Co. Board President Tom raised a question in an article on Beachwood Reporter: “Will Chicago’s nonprofit community play a role in electing the next mayor?” He explores his views on this question. Padraic Swanton— Director of Marketing and Communications for the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce Lincoln Park, like the rest of Chicago, saw area parking meter rates increase. Padraic explains the concerns of area business owners over the higher meter rates. Thom Clark — President of the Community Media Workshop We learn about a new initiative that encourages journalism on the south and west sides of Chicago. OTL #225 local music provided by Gaberdine…
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 “OTL is #1” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen celebrates the show being selected best podcast in Chicago, discusses the “malling” of the city with Jonathan Fine, plays some audio from a recent Bears tailgate, and reviews NewCity’s Best of Chicago 2010 list with the magazine’s publisher. Outside the Loop and #1 in Chicago!— NewCity selected OTL as the “best local podcast” in Chicago for 2010! We’re all pretty excited! Thanks for checking out Chicago’s almost above-ground audio magazine! Jonathan Fine— Executive Director of Preservation Chicago Recently, Jonathan was part of a debate over the “malling” of Chicago. He explains his view of why bringing large malls into Chicago isn’t a good idea. The Proposed Wrigleyville Development Inside a Bears Tailgate — Host Mike Stephen was at a Chicago Bears tailgate before the game last week…with an audio recorder. We get a brief recap from the sounds of Bears fanatics Kevin, Joe, and Matt. A View of Last Week’s Bears Tailgate Brian Hieggelke— Editor and Publisher of NewCity Brian returns to discuss the annual best of Chicago edition of NewCity. NOTE: Since Brian is an occasional guest on OTL, he recused himself from the “best local podcast” category and gave that assignment to another writer. We’re legit, baby! OTL #221 local music provided by The Rails…
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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 “where’s the snowball?” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about the Chicago Poetry Tour podcast, listens to a Chicagoan tell his story of meeting Rahmbo, and gets the scoop on the Chicago Reader’s Real Deal Project. 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! Don Share— Senior Editor of POETRY Magazine The Chicago Poetry Tour Podcast is a great way to explore the city through poetry. Don gives us his insight into the Chicago poetry scene and how the podcasts are a great resource for all of us. Jay Sukow — Local Improv Dude and Co-Writer and Director of the upcoming movie, Trubadeaux Jay recalls his on-the-street meeting with Rahmfest and how Mr. E. almost got pegged with a snowball. Jay and Rahm in Andersonville Andy Hermann— Program Specialist at The Real Deal Project The former OTL executive producer returns to the Bunker to tell us about a new coupon project from the Chicago Reader. OTL #220 […]
Posted 14 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago poetry Chicago Radio Jay Sukow Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW
(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago) (broadcasting on the “Chicago glutton” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen discusses the state of local urban forestry, rehashes the idea of a new state that includes Chicago, and talks food with one of the Chicago Gluttons. Mark Duntemann — Owner of Natural Path Urban Forestry Consultants How is Chicago doing when it comes to the care of trees? We find out! Andy Hermann— Former Outside the Loop Radio Executive Producer, Current Pottery Consultant It seems that Andy heard the conversation between Mike and Ed Zotti last week regarding the idea of creating a new state from the Chicago metro area. He has some thoughts of his own on this topic. Former OTL Producer Andy Hermann John Honkala — Co-Founder of Chicago Gluttons Chicago Gluttons is an awesome local food blog that recently won Time Out Chicago’s Eat Out Award for “Best Indie Restaurant Blog.” We get a profile of the blog and why it’s more than you’re average restaurant review website. The Chicago Gluttons OTL #186 local music provided by Phil Circle…
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