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 Chicagoans” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about “The Chicagoans” column and video series, remembers Susan from Gold Star, and previews Chicago Filmmakers 2013 winter season. Anne Ford– Freelance writer, creator of The Chicagoans column and producer of its video series Get a glimpse into the fascinating lives of your fellow citizens. We get the lowdown on this project. RIP Susan – Earlier this week Susan Stursberg, co-owner of Gold Star Bar in Wicker Park, passed away. Mike remembers her. Susan Stursberg of Gold Star (pictured on the left) Beckie Stocchetti– Program Director at Chicago Filmmakers We get a preview of their Winter 2013 screening series. OTL #322 local music provided by Rocketboat…
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 “get out the vote” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen recaps the local primary election with the Reader’s Mick Dumke, gets a wrong number phone call, and keeps tabs on Mayor Emanuel through a special website. Mick Dumke– Senor Writer at the Chicago Reader We get an insightful recap an analysis of this week’s local primary elections from one of the best reporters in the biz. Mick Dumke Oops, wrong number – Sometimes Mike gets a wrong-number phone call on the OTL Hotline. We hear one of those calls this week. Chirag Patel– Co-Founder of TabsonRahm.org This site displays Mayor Emanuel’s campaign promises and allows you to vote on how good of a job you think he’s doing in keeping those promises. OTL #287 local music provided by Jonas Friddle and the Majority…
Posted 14 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago politics Chicago Radio Chicago Reader Mick Dumke Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio rahm emanuel 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 “keep it local” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to the Reader’s Ed Zotti about rethinking the L, gets the details on the Goose Island Beer buyout, and discusses Chicago journalism with journalist Geoff Dougherty. Ed Zotti— Author of “How to Fix the El” in the Chicago Reader The CTA is planning the Red and Purple Line Modernization Project. Ed thinks that in the wake of this, it’s a good time to rethink how the El runs in Chicago. Photo By Michael Boyd Josh Noel— The Beer Writer for the Chicago Tribune Goose Island Beer Co. has been sold to Anheuser-Busch. What will this mean for our beloved local brew? Josh joins us to answer that question and many more. Check out his Trib article HERE. Geoff Dougherty— Founder of the Chicago Current He’s bounced around different local media outlets over the past 10 years. Geoff joins us to talk about his latest project and some of his views on Chicago journalism. OTL #236 local music provided by Soft Speaker…
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago Beer Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Podcast Chicago Radio Chicago Reader Ed Zotti 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 “straight dope” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen chats with Straight Dope researcher/writer Ed Zotti, previews the Pizza Film Fest and talks to the director of the 29th Reeling Gay & Lesbian Film Festival here in Chicago. A Man’s Gotta Eat— When you hold big office, you have a big appetite. President Obama was in town last week and he visited Topolobampo for dinner. Chef Rick Bayless Tweeted away while preparing the Prez’s food in the kitchen. Pres. Obama’s Dinner. Photo Courtesy of Rick Bayless’ Twitter Feed Ed Zotti— Confidant, Editor, and Personal Trainer to Cecil Adams, Author of The Straight Dope Column Does Chicago clean its streets more than the average city? What’s up with dead roosters in the streets? Is Rahm too much of a lightweight to be mayor? We answer these questions this week. Tia Ayers— Creator and Producer of the Pizza Film Festival A film festival revolving around pizza? Yep. Brenda Webb – Director of Reeling 2010: The 29th Annual Chicago Lesbian and Gay Film Festival This week marks the beginning of Reeling 2010- it’s 29th year! We get a preview on this year’s festival and Brenda discusses why it’s important to our community. OTL #215 local music provided by Reds and Blue..
Posted 15 years ago Tagged Chicago blog Chicago media Chicago Radio Chicago Reader Ed Zotti Mike Stephen Outside the Loop Radio WLUW