(podcasting from the studios in the OTL Bunker, somewhere in Chicago)

(broadcasting on the “one quarter gets you 15 minutes” radio station WLUW-FM (88.7) Chicago)

Mike Stephen talks to a Chicago alderman about examining the city’s parking meter lease deal, warns you to be careful when playing flip cup, and chats with the CTA Tattler about the latest local transit issues.

Ald. Joe Moore - Alderman of the 49th Ward

The Alderman explains why he voted for the parking meter lease deal, why he regrets that vote, and what he’s doing to shed some light on how this deal was passed in the City Council.

Above: Ald. Joe Moore

OTL Party AdviceLottie’s Pub (as featured in OTL #120) celebrates its 75th anniversary this weekend.  They’re having a flip cup party.  Oh my.

Flippy Cup At Lottie's

Flippy Cup At Lottie's

Above: A Flip Cup Arena

Kevin O’Neil – Founder of ctatattler.com

Kevin gives us the lowdown on the Blue Line repairs redux, CTA stimulus funding, and the bus tracker FINALLY tracking all bus routes.

The Blue Line El Approaching

Above: The Blue Line Train Approaches

OTL #138 local music provided by Chin Up Chin Up

Chin Up Chin Up