OTL: Episode #279- Representation without taxation, Fr. Pfleger on race, Chicago Honey Co-Op
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago)
(broadcasting on the “tax man” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago)
Mike Stephen learns how some corporations don’t pay much in taxes, plays a 2003 clip of Fr. Michael Pfleger talking about race, and discusses beekeeping with the co-founder of the Chicago Honey Co-Op.
Celeste Meiffren– Filed Director for the IL Public Interest Research Group
IL PIRG’s report, Representation Without Taxation, shows how some Fortune 500 companies exploit loopholes and distort the tax code to avoid billions of dollars in taxes. Celeste discusses the report.
Fr. Michael Pfleger- Pastor, The Faith Community of St. Sabina
We hear Fr. Pfleger discuss the topic of race in a 2003 excerpt from the Heartland Chautauqua series at the Heartland Cafe.
Fr. Michael Pfleger
Michael Thompson– Co-founder and Farm Manager of the Chicago Honey Co-Op
We learn about the art of local beekeeping and what’s happening at the Co-Op.
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago)
(broadcasting on the “Manuary” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago)
Mike Stephen discusses a local study that looks at the link between bike seats and erectile dysfunction, grows a ‘stache, and previews Toons’ Wing Fling on January 28th.
Dr. Craig Niederberger– Head of the urology department and professor of engineering at the University of Illinois at Chicago
Dr. Niderberger’s research team is in the process of determining whether or not a bike seat can lead to erectile dysfunction in men. He updates us on the data he’s collected. Also, check out his blog: maledoc.com. You can read about the study in THIS story from the Chicago Reader.
Manuary- OTL Host Mike Stephen grows out his facial hair
Mike grew out his facial hair over the Holidays and decided to see what variations of a mustache would look like. Kinda scary.
A Manuary Mustache
Danny Beck– Owner of Toons Bar and Grill and Chef
The first-ever Wing Fling at Toons takes place on January 28th at 3 p.m. It’s a day of all-you-can eat wings, a hot wing eating contest, and live Blues music from The Joe Moss Band. We get a preview of the event that will be MC’d by Mike Stephen.
Toons Bar and Grill at 3857 N. Southport
OTL House Cleaning– Updates on a couple of past stories
We get the update on IL lawmakers who practice lobbying for extra cash and the state of food truck legislation in Chicago.
OTL #278 local music provided by The Joe Moss Band…
Outisde the Loop Radio: Chicago's Almost Above-Ground Audio Magazine [ 31:55 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (44)OTL: Episode #277- The statewide lobby loophole, Discovering a local watering hole, The Red Line Project
Jan.12, 2012 in
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago)
(broadcasting on the “it’s you, Babe’s” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago)
Mike Stephen talks to Andy Hermann about discovering a local watering hole, learns how many IL lawmakers are also lobbyists, and discusses community journalism with the founder of The Red Line Project.
John Sullivan– Asst. Director of the Medill Watchdog Initiative and faculty member at Northwestern University
Illinois lawmakers are allowed to be lobbyists on the side. Is this a conflict of interest? We discuss this topic with John and he breaks down his research of statewide lobbying.
Andrew W. C. Hermann IV- Former producer and co-founder of OTL Radio
Mike and Andy had a night out in Jefferson Park last week and discovered a great local bar. We hear an audio recap of their adventure. (Listen for a Hobo reference from OTL #5)
Babe’s on Milwaukee Ave. in Jefferson Park.
Mike Reilley– Founder of The Red Line Project and Online Journalism Instructor at DePaul’s College of Communication
We learn about this site that covers the happenings in the areas near the Red Line El stops.
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Outisde the Loop Radio: Chicago's Almost Above-Ground Audio Magazine [ 30:43 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (93)OTL: Episode #276- ChicagoLobbyists.org, Discussing the local comedy scene, Chicago Pipeline e-newsletter
Jan.05, 2012 in
Chicago, community, journalism, media, money, neighborhoods, OTL, politics, technology
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago)
(broadcasting on the “Chicago pipeline to your heart” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago)
Mike Stephen talks to the creators of ChicagoLobbyists.org, learns about a Chicago comedy blog, and chats with the editor of the Chicago Pipeline, an e-newsletter about Wicker Park and Bucktown.
Paul Baker, Derek Eder, and Chad Pry– Part of the creative team behind ChicagoLobbyists.org
We learn about this website that’s intended to improve transparency of interactions between the City of Chicago and lobbyists and their clients.
James Kamp- Editor and founder of the Comedy of Chicago blog
This blog spotlights different topics within the local comedy scene. James tells us why he started this blog and why you should check it out.
Alisa Hauser– Editor and publisher of the Chicago Pipeline
This weekly e-newsletter covers Wicker Park and Bucktown. Alisa gives us the lowdown on reporting the happenings in her community.
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago)
(broadcasting on the “happy new year!” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago)
Mike Stephen hosts the OTL 2011 Year In Review Show and takes a look at some highlights on the program from the past year!
An OTL 2011 Flashback-
Sit back, relax, and listen to a few clips that aired in 2011!
Thanks so much for listening to and supporting Outside the Loop Radio. 2011 was a great year and I’m excited to make 2012 even better!
Have a Happy New Year!
–Mike Stephen
Here’s to the New Year!
OTL #275 local music provided by Driftless Pony Club…
Outisde the Loop Radio: Chicago's Almost Above-Ground Audio Magazine [ 28:36 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (111)My Favorite Interview of 2011…
We covered a lot of Chicago material on Outside the Loop in 2011. In November I was lucky enough to have a few minutes with renowned political pundit and civics expert, Jack Carter. The OTL cameras were there to capture the magic:
Next week, tune in for a look back on the OTL highlights of 2011!
Happy Holidays!
Mike Stephen
OTL: Episode #274- The 2011 Christmas Spectacular!
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago)
(broadcasting on the “Santa Claus is comin’ to town” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago)
Mike Stephen gives thanks, has an exclusive interview with Santa Claus and grooves to the sweet sounds of local Holiday music.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Santa Claus- A very special OTL guest
The man himself joins us from the North Pole to preview his annual world-wide ride this Christmas Eve. He also unveils his “naughty and nice list.”
What we think Santa looks like…
OTL Host Mike Stephen’s Christmas tree. He’s a glutton for punishment.
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Outisde the Loop Radio: Chicago's Almost Above-Ground Audio Magazine [ 29:55 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (132)OTL: Episode #273- The Hitman from TV’s BOSS, NewCity’s Best of Chicago 2011, Duck N Roll Food Truck
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago)
(broadcasting on the “rock/duck ‘n roll” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago)
Mike Stephen talks to one of the actors from the new TV show BOSS, discusses NewCity’s Best of Chicago 2011 list, and climbs aboard the Duck ‘N Roll food truck.
Doug James– Chicago-based actor who portrays “The Gray-Haired Man” in BOSS
We catch up with Doug as he talks about his role as a “cleaner” in BOSS, a show starring Kelsey Grammer as the Mayor of Chicago.
Doug James. Photo courtesy of imdb.com.
Brian Hieggelke- Editor and publisher of NewCity
NewCity is out with its “Best of Chicago 2011″ list. Brian joins us to talk about how they put it all together. OTL made the list last year!
Amy Le– Co-owner of The Duck ‘Roll Food Truck
We climb aboard one of the newest food trucks in Chicago and talk to Amy about what it’s like to operate a food truck in the city.
Amy Le next to her food truck. Photo courtesy of ducknrolltruck.com.
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Outisde the Loop Radio: Chicago's Almost Above-Ground Audio Magazine [ 31:59 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (142)OTL: Episode #272- Crime data in districts slated to close, Evil Squirrel Comics fundraises, A home brewers paradise at Brew Camp
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(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago)
(broadcasting on the “always-brewing” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago)
Mike Stephen discusses crime data in the wake of scheduled police station closings, previews Evil Squirrel Comics fundraisers, and visits the local apothecary for home beer brewing, Brew Camp.
Tracy Siska– Executive Director of the Chicago Justice Project
The CJP recently published the crime data from the three police districts slated to close in 2012. Tracy discusses the data.
The 13th District station that’s closing next year, one of three stations. Photo courtesy of the Chicago Justice Project.
Shawn King- Owner of Evil Squirrel Comics
This Rogers Park comic shop planned on shutting its doors soon, but the community said “no!” We learn about the series of “Save the Squirrel” fundraisers happening next week.
Whit Nelson– Co-owner of Brew Camp
Brew Camp is a home brewer’s dream. We pay a visit to this local brewer’s apothecary near Damen and Lincoln.
Brew Camp. Photo courtesy of thrillist.com.
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