OTL: Episode #218- Driver Survival Seminar, Klingon Christmas Carol is Here, Beer Competition with BeerDownload.com

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 “thankful for your attention” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen talks to The Parking Ticket Geek about the first Chicago Driver Survival Seminar,  gets a new take on an old Holiday classic play, and samples beers in the South Loop with the guys from BeerDownload.com. Vote For Outside the Loop!—  NewCity magazine is running their Best of Chicago 2010 poll right now.  You’d be oh-so-awesome if you wrote in Outside the Loop for “Best Local Podcast!”  REMEMBER: you must vote for at least TEN categories for your ballot to count!  Thanks for your support!  Rock the vote! The Parking Ticket Geek— Blogger at The Expired Meter The Geek and Ald. Scott Waguespack have teamed up to bring you the first Chicago Driver Survival Seminar on Tuesday, November 30th.  You’ll get educated on local driving in one night!  We learn more this week. Christopher Kidder — Artistic Director of the Commedia Beauregard Theatre Company This Minnesota-based theater company brings A Klingon Christmas Carol to Chicago.  Yeah, you read that right!  We hear a portion of an interview with Chris from OTL #183 back in March when he was planning on bringing the show to the Windy City.  You can catch the production at the Greenhouse Theater Center in Lincoln Park. A Scene from A Klingon Christmas Carol Matt Arata and Steve Mastny— […]

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 #202- Jay Stone On Running For Mayor of Chicago, Parking Ticket Geek Update, Low Power FM and Social Justice

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 “mayoral in stature” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen recaps his experience on the YMTE podcast, talks to a Chicago mayoral candidate, checks in with the Parking Ticket Geek, and discusses the relationship between low-power FM radio and social justice. Jay Stone— Candidate for Mayor of Chicago In an exclusive interview Jay tells us why he’s running to be Chicago’s next mayor. The Parking Ticket Geek— Official OTL Parking Correspondent and Blogger at thexpiredmeter.com The Geek returns to the show to discuss the rise of ticketing for drivers using their cell phones in the car. Allan Gomez— Co-Founder of Radios Populares This Chicago-based group uses radio to help communities who are struggling for social justice. OTL #202 local music provided by Lasers and Fast and Shit…

OTL: Episode #193- Center Square Journal, Everything Is Terrible Blog, 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 “everything is awesome” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago) Mike Stephen learns about a news site that covers some North Side neighborhoods, explores VHS tapes with the local Everything Is Terrible blog, and gets a local parking update from The Parking Ticket Geek. Mike Stephen or Lee DeWyze?—  You be the judge Mike Fourcher — Founder of the Center Square Journal This news site covers the news of Lincoln Square, Northcenter, and Ravenswood Manor.  We find out more with an on-location conversation with the site’s founder. Everything Is Terrible— A Local Blog All About Crazy VHS Tapes Yup, it’s a blog about VHS tapes.  We’ve got the braintrust to talk about it on this week’s show. The Parking Ticket Geek — Official OTL Parking Correspondent and Blogger at The Expired Meter Mr. Geek returns to the show to give us the latest on city sticker sales, red light cameras, and more! OTL #193 local music provided by Midstates and the Choir of Ghosts…