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 “fresh, not rotten” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to part of the production team of a new locally-based film called Chicago Rot, updates us on past stories covered on the show, and learns about a DIY indie music fest happening next weekend. Brant McCrea, Dorian Weinzimmer, and Jeremy Vranich— Writer, Director, and Producer/Actor (respectively) of Chicago Rot This film, currently in pre-production, has been described as a “dark love letter” to Chicago. We find out more about this movie and why it features the not-so-glamorous parts of the city. The OTL News Desk– Host Mike Stephen updates us on some stories covered on past editions of OTL. The OTL News Desk Chris Kee— Member of the local band The Earth Program We learn about Obbityfest, a DIY music fest put on by The Earth Program, that happens 4th of July weekend. OTL #248 local music provided by The Earth Program…
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 “I’ll see you in court” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to journalist Mick Dumke about his lawsuit against the City of Chicago, chats with DJ James VanOsdol about leaving radio and also about his new book, and hears why local developer Dan O’Neil went to the White House last week. Mick Dumke— Senior Writer at the Chicago Reader Recently Mick filed a lawsuit against the City of Chicago, saying that their reasons for denying his Freedom of Information Act requests were bogus. He gives us the details and previews his cover story running this week. James VanOsdol– Longtime local radio DJ, blogger and author of Off the Record Collection: Riffs, Rants and Writings about Rock James recently hung up the radio headphones. We find out why and get the lowdown on his book as well as his undying love of Rush. James VanOsdol Dan O’Neil— Chicago Developer and creator of citypayments.org Last week Dan attended a special event at the White House because of his creative efforts on the Web. He tells us about that experience and his latest project, citypayments.org. OTL #247 local music provided by Darts & Arrows…
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Music Chicago Podcast Chicago politics Chicago Radio Mick Dumke Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio
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 “parks and recreation” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen visits the grand opening of the Albany-Whipple Park, talks to the director of a new documentary about Nelson Algren, and discusses Chicago’s food policy. Ben Helphand— Board President of The Friends of the Bloomingdale Trail We go on-location to the grand opening of the Albany-Whipple Park, a future access point for The Bloomingdale Trail. Ben gives us an update on the BT project. The New Albany-Whipple Park Michael Caplan– Director and Writer of Algren The life & work of the great 20th Century writer Nelson Algren is the focus of this documentary due out in spring of 2012. We hear about the process of making this film. Nelson Algren Erika Allen— Board Member of the Chicago Food Policy Advisory Council We hear about efforts of this organization to improve access to nutritionally sound and affordable food and discuss Chicago’s food policy. OTL #246 local music provided by Rebecca Rego…
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago art Chicago blog Chicago Food Chicago media 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 “manned-up” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen previews the debut of Dose Market, learns about the Bar Aid Project from a local bartender, and chats with the editor of ManUpChicago.com. Jessica Herman— Co-founder of Dose Market and Associate Style & Shopping Editor for Time Out Chicago This Sunday, June 5th, is the debut of Dose Market at the River East Arts Center (435 E. Illinois). Jessica gives us the lowdown on this cool new monthly market that focuses on local food and fashion. Logan Lavacheck– Mixologist at Sepia and Duchamp, Creator of The Bar Aid Project What can we learn from a mid-20th century bar guide that has 80 drink recipes printed on it? We explore this question and find out why Logan is re-creating these archaic cocktails. The Bar Aid from circa 1950 Mark Rumble— Editor of ManUpChicago.com This new web-based magazine is geared toward Chicago men (but women might like it too!). Mark tells us why he started up the site and what you can expect to read there. OTL #245 local music provided by The Diemakers…
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago Food Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Jessica Herman Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio Time Out Chicago WLUW