OTL: Episode #213- Ald. Scott Waguespack on Local Finances & Politics, The Parking Ticket Geek Update

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 “geeked-out” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen sits down with Ald. Scott Waguespack to discuss why he’s not running for mayor, the city’s financial problems, and his views on Chicago politics.  Then the Parking Ticket Geek gives an update on local transportation issues. Scott Waguespack— Alderman of the 32nd Ward Over a cup of coffee Ald. Waguespack discusses why he didn’t run for mayor, the city’s shaky finances, and politics in Chicago. Drop Us a Line!—  You can always comment on every show post, just by clicking on the “Leave a comment” link up above.  Also, you can e-mail Mike at mike@outsidetheloopradio.com, friend the show on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter. The Parking Ticket Geek— OTL’s Official Parking Correspondent and Blogger at The Expired Meter The Geek discusses revenue from the red light cameras, the recent theft of parking meter pay boxes, and the possibility of a national cell phone ban while driving. OTL #213 local music provided by The Midnight Shows…

OTL: Episode #212- IL Recall Amendment, A Chicago Marathoner Victory, Inside the Flat Iron Project

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 “flat iron” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns the ins and outs of the proposed IL governor recall amendment, talks to a Chicago Marathoner about his experiences in the race, and goes inside the Flat Iron Project in Wicker Park. Kristina Rasmussen— Executive Vice President of the Illinois Policy Institute In a few weeks we’ll be voting on a proposed recall amendment for the governor of our state.  What are the pros and cons to this amendment?  We find out this week. Erik Nybo— Participant in the 2010 Chicago Marathon Last week we checked in with Erik before the marathon.  This week we find out how he did, get his thoughts on the race, and discover how running can really do a number on your feet.  Click here…but not if you don’t like the sight of a bloody sock! Nybo Celebrates After the Marathon Alex Magana— Webmaster for the Flat Iron Project We go inside the historical Flat Iron Building in Wicker Park to discuss the artist community thriving within its walls. OTL #212 local music provided by King Sparrow…

OTL: Episode #211- Chicago’s Recycling Program, Ad Network For Local Bloggers, Bucktown Apple Pie Contest Preview

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 “marathon” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to a Chicago Marathoner, discusses the future of Chicago’s recycling program, learns about the push for an ad network for local bloggers, and previews the Bucktown Apple Pie Contest. Erik Nybo— Participant in the 2010 Chicago Marathon What better way to spend your Sunday than to run 26.2 miles?  We find out why Erik is competing in his third Chicago Marathon. Nybo Going For the Gold Mike Nowak— President of the Chicago Recycling Coalition, Host of The Mike Nowak Show on WCPT-AM (820) Every “green” city needs a quality recycling program.  How does Chicago’s stack up to the competition?  We discuss this and other recycling issues. Mike Doyle— Scribe at Chicago Carless Patrick Boylan— Editor and Publisher of the Welles Park Bulldog Both Mike and Patrick are working on an idea to create an ad network for local bloggers.  We learn about their efforts this week. Shaunagh O’Connor and Martha Ring— Co-Founders of the Bucktown Apple Pie Contest We get a preview of the sixth annual contest happening in Holstein Park this weekend. OTL #211 local music provided by Sirs…

OTL: Episode #210- Jeremy Karpen Runs For IL Rep Again, Hot Doug’s Celeb Sausage, Future of Chicago’s Water

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 “celebrity sausage” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to Green Party candidate Jeremy Karpen, gets some info on Hot Doug’s “Celebrity Sausage,” and discusses the future of Chicago’s water supply. Jeremy Karpen— Green Party candidate for IL State Representative (39th) We pay a visit to Jeremy’s campaign office in Logan Square to discuss why he’s back running for the Illinois legislature. Hot Doug’s Celebrity Sausage— Recently OTL Host Mike Stephen was notified that there was a possibility that he had his own celebrity sausage at Hot Doug’s.  We find out the real story this week. Mike’s Celebrity Sausage? Jessica Pupovac— Freelance journalist and regular contributor to mindfulmetropolis.com What’s the future of Chicago’s water supply?  Jessica examines this question and talks about how we have a bad habit of wasting our water.  Check out her article on this topic here. OTL #210 local music provided by Aviary Ghost…