Best Illinois Bands Podcasts (2024)

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Colorado sinks to new low in allowing ballot box biology, plus can warnings and not tickets be written for first-time and accidental coast guard violations?

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OTL #926: Remembering the Chicago Race Riot of 1919, Police settlement transparency ordinance, Removing lead pipes in Chicago 44:03

4h ago44:03

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Mike Stephen discusses the significance of the Chicago Race Riot of 1919 with Peter Cole, founder and co-director of the Chicago Race Riot of 1919 Commemoration Project, learns about a proposed ordinance aimed at improving police settlement transparency from Tracy Siska, executive director of the Chicago Justice Project, and gets an update on Chica…

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(S24E28) "Interview #11 Menai Aini" 48:43

13h ago48:43

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(Recorded: 6/28/24) - S24E28 "Interview #11 [Menai Aini]" - (48:43 mins) - In this weeks episode Chris and Matt interview Menai Aini. This interview also has a video on YouTube. Click here to connect with us - https://linktr.ee/Chriscourtshow Click here to check out Menai Aini This Episode Includes This Band/Artist: Menai Aini - Digital World If yo…

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Marina City's Ryan Argast Is So Back 1:18:05

2d ago1:18:05

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Chicago's own Marina City hop on the pod to talk about their latest single, "I'm So Broke," their upcoming shows, Ryan's recent stint on The Voice and more. You can listen AND watch the video over on our brand-spankin' new YouTube channel. ______ CHECK OUT MARINA CITY: Insta | TikTok | Twitter | Site ______ INTERVIEWS ALL IN ONE PLACE We created a …

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Mayday Parade Are Ready For Sad Summer Fest 53:09

4d ago53:09

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Sad Summer Fest kicks off this Thursday! And we sit down to chat with Alex Garcia of Mayday Parade about the fest, what it's like curating the lineup, what else the band is cookin' up and more. You can listen AND watch the video over on our brand-spankin' new YouTube channel. ______ CHECK OUT SAD SUMMERFEST & MAYDAY PARADE: Buy Tickets to Sad Summe…

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Naming birds after people is not what nature needs now. Plus, recreational boating and law-enforcement. Do we need better customer relations?

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter tells us why naming birds after people is not what conservation needs, as well as his two cents on whether law-enforcement for recreational boating needs lessons in customer relations. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5274559/5274559_2024-07-05-184059.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Great Outdoors with …

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OTL #925: Local metalpoint art, New music from Joe Di Zillo, The Secret History of Jackie DeShannon 37:53

7d ago37:53

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Mike Stephen chats with local metalpoint artist D. Lammie-Hanson, gets the lowdown on new tunes from Chicago musician Joe Di Zillo, and discovers the Secret History of local singer Jackie DeShannon.By Mike Stephen

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(S24E27) "Independents Music Day LIVE!!!" 1:58:03

7d ago1:58:03

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(Recorded: 7/6/24) - S24E27 "Independents Music Day LIVE!!!" - (1:58:03 mins) - In this weeks LIVE episode Chris talks to Rob about living out of the country, Oh Yeah! Special guest Rob, Dr. Pecker Shots, Headphone Challenge, Man dies from firework on his head, Hawk Tuah girl offered $600 for jar of her spit, Sink hole in Illinois swallows soccer f…

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Alesana's 'The Emptiness' Review 33:06

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We're listening and reviewing every album that will be played at When We Were Young Fest this year. This week, we feature our take on Alesana's The Emptiness. Check out our interview-only YT page, too: YouTube channel. ______ INTERVIEWS ALL IN ONE PLACE We created a fresh Interview Only YouTube channel. Make sure to go and give that a follow so you…

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Colorado turns to ‘ballot box biology’ once again to undermine wildlife management, plus Palatine Stables gain further public support

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter shares his concerns on “ballot box biology” in Colorado and how it is shifting species management into the hands of politicians. He also gives an update on the incredible amount of feedback in support of keeping the stables in Palatine, IL. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5249117/5249117_2024-06…

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OTL #924: The impact of Hope Chicago 38:10

14d ago38:10

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Mike Stephen visits the Hope Chicago Goal Getters 2024 Conference at the Illinois Institute of Technology. Hope Chicago is a scholarship-focused non-profit designed to provide students and their parents/guardians with the support they need to graduate from college debt-free. We learn about the amazing work of this local nonprofit from program manag…

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(S24E26) "The verdict is in!" 43:51

16d ago43:51

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(Recorded: 6/28/24) - S24E26 "The verdict is in!" - (43:51mins) - In this weeks episode Chris talks about not doing a damn thing all week, Matt had jury duty, the office spinoff/reboot, Lauryn Hill is NOT racist , Crazy Town singer Shifty Shellshock is dead, Dave Grohl trolls Taylor Swift, Post Malone is singing country music, Josh Morningstar's ne…

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Episode 303 - flow river flow with Erick Nelson, part 2 57:50

16d ago57:50

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Some classic Jesus music, including: Take Me To The Light – Erick Nelson Picking Up The Pieces – Erick Nelson Beside You – Erick Nelson He Gave Me Love – Erick Nelson Good News – Erick Nelson The Misfit – Erick Nelson And Michele Pillar (Misfit) The Moon Is A Harsh Mistress/He’s Asleep - Erick Nelson And Michele Pillar (Misfit) Stand - Erick Nelson…

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idobi Summer School Is Ringing In The New Scene Class 56:21

19d ago56:21

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idobi Summer School is about to start! And we pay attention while chatting with founders Eric Tobin of Hopeless Records and Mike Kaminski of KMGMT about their brainchild fest. We talk about the need for more awareness for new artists in the scene, acts they're listening to now and more. You can listen AND watch the video over on our brand-spankin' …

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Palatine stable and the effort to keep it open plus – a new ‘Sage Brush’ rebellion is brewing

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter talks about the public outcry to keep the stables open in Palatine, IL as well as the “Sage Brush” rebellion brewing in the northwest. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5216755/5216755_2024-06-22-185655.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Great Outdoors with Charlie Potter Colorado sinks to new low in ballot…

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OTL #923: Tutoring and tech’s impact in schools, The Secret History of Motorhome 39:01

21d ago39:01

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Mike Stephen learns about the latest education research showing the benefits of tutoring combined with educational technology in schools from John Wolf and Monica Bhatt of the University of Chicago Education Lab and then discovers the Secret History of 1990s Chicago fuzzy pop-rockers Motorhome.By Mike Stephen

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(S24E25) "But no fat chicks!" 58:56

23d ago58:56

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(Recorded: 6/21/24) - S24E25 "But no fat chicks!" - (58:56 mins) - In this weeks episode Chris talks about the heat in Chicago, Matt is sweating profusely AGAIN because of the heat, JT gets DWI, Chris talks about almost getting DWI in LA, Fake Freddy Krueger TV series, Paul Le Mat is not Donald Sutherland but Donald Sutherland is dead, Deftones are…

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Winona Fighter Isn't In The Market To Please 29:56

25d ago29:56

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We talk with Winona Fighter during their run with Bayside at the House of Blues in Chicago. We discuss their recent singles, what to expect for an album, the DIY spirit and more. You can listen AND watch the video over on our brand-spankin' new YouTube channel. ______ CHECK OUT WINONA FIGHTER: TikTok | Insta | Twitter | Site ______ INTERVIEWS ALL I…

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Enjoying the great outdoors of Normandy – a true treasure worth enjoying

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter continues sharing the awe of modern-day Normandy, France, and its many outdoor options you can experience. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5138058/5138058_2024-06-14-192258.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Great Outdoors with Charlie Potter Colorado sinks to new low in ballot box biology .cls-7{fill:#ff…

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OTL #922: Illinois’ hands-off approach to homeschooling, The legacy of Gwendolyn Brooks 37:22

28d ago37:22

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Mike Stephen explores the impacts of the lack of homeschooling regulation in Illinois with Capitol News investigative reporters Beth Hundsdorfer and Molly Parker and then discusses the legacy of Gwendolyn Brooks with her daughter and president of Brooks Permissions: Nora Brooks Blakely.By Mike Stephen

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(S24E24) "Cum in a hot tub" 47:04

1M ago47:04

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(Recorded: 6/14/24) - S24E24 "Cum in a hot tub" - (47:04 mins) - In this weeks episode Chris talks about what he's watching, Matt is sweating profusely, Dad rock is popular but different strokes for different folks nationwide, Chris wants cum in a hot tub shot, Mark James has passed at 83, Riot Fest Chicago line-up and location, we announce new liv…

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'The Silence In Black And White' by Hawthorne Heights WWWYF Album Review 29:14

1M ago29:14

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We're reviewing every album that's being played at this year's WWWYF. This week, we listened to The Silence In Black And White by Hawthorne Heights. The album turns 20 this June and holds a place in our hearts - right? Maybe not everyone's - listen to find out what we think about this album! ______ INTERVIEWS ALL IN ONE PLACE We created a fresh Int…

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Reporting from Utah Beach on the 80th Anniversary of D-Day: Walking in the footsteps of those who saved the free world.

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter reports from Utah Beach for the 80th Anniversary of D-Day to share his connection to those who saved the free world in Normandy, France. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5068884/5068884_2024-06-10-151924.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Great Outdoors with Charlie Potter Colorado sinks to new low in ball…

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OTL #921: How do Chicagoans consume their news?, Plant-based school lunch options, The Secret History of The Pearl Handle Band 47:52

1M ago47:52

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Mike Stephen dives into a new report about how Chicagoans consume and perceive their local news with Tim Franklin, director of the Medill Local News Initiative at Northwestern University, learns about the option for plant-based school lunches in Illinois with Balanced founder Audrey Lawson-Sanchez, and discovers the Secret History of The Pearl Hand…

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(S24E23) "Potty Break!" 1:04:34

1M ago1:04:34

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(Recorded: 6/7/24) - S24E23 "Potty Break!" - (01:04:34 mins) - In this weeks episode Chris talks about his date night, Matt is fixing his fence, Spotify is TERRIBLE...but listen to us on it!, Dr Pepper tied for 2nd most popular POP, Black Keys cancelled tour because nobody listens to their music and now they fired their managers, Flavor Flav tries …

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Year Of The Maudify 59:12

1M ago59:12

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Maudify is emo's uno reverse card. And our friend! We chat with her on the pod this week about her new EP, MAUDESTYLE, the current emo music scene, and more. You can listen AND watch the video over on our brand-spankin' new YouTube channel. ______ CHECK OUT MAUDIFY: TikTok | Insta | Twitter | Site ______ INTERVIEWS ALL IN ONE PLACE We created a fre…

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Episode 302 - flow river flow with Erick Nelson, part 1 57:50

1M ago57:50

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Some classic Jesus music, including: Never Knew – Erick Nelson He Lives – Erick Nelson Since I Opened Up The Door – Love Song Somethings Happened To You – Erick Nelson Carry Me Along – Erick Nelson Jesus Is Calling – Erick Nelson Flow River Flow - Erick Nelson Set My Spirit Free - Erick Nelson The Gift – Erick Nelson…

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Banding falcon chicks in Bavaria, Germany and remarkable bird movement stories

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter joins you from Bavaria, Germany and talks with Anthony Hammond about banding young falcons, as well as the remarkable story of a cross-continental bird trip. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4868449/4868449_2024-05-29-193149.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Great Outdoors with Charlie Potter Colorado sin…

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OTL #920: Why did Bring Chicago Home fail?, Jerry Smith on The Flock reunion 46:46

1M ago46:46

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Mike Stephen talks to Roberta Garner, professor emerita of sociology at DePaul University, about why the Bring Chicago Home initiative failed and then chats with Jerry Smith of The Flock about that band’s upcoming reunion show. Jerry shares some great stories about his time in the music business.By Mike Stephen

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(S24E22) "Abirtdaycake I feel like that" 57:48

2M ago57:48

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(Recorded: 5/31/24) - S24E22 "Abirtdaycake I feel like that" - (57:48 mins) - In this weeks episode Chris wishes he was a smooth jazz DJ, Matt hates broadcast radio, Dave Grohl is in the studio!?, We talk about our joint surprise b-day party, Black Keys cancelled tour because nobody listens to their music, Police officer locks himself in back seat …

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What To Do When You Are Dead by Armor For Sleep WWWYF Review 23:06

2M ago23:06

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You may remember we interviewed vocalist Ben Jorgenson of Armor For Sleep on the pod a bit ago. Well, we're finally reviewing their album, What To Do When You Are Dead ahead of their album play at When We Were Young Fest in October. Our friend Saint Icky from Face Value Podcast joins us to give us his takes on the scene staple, and we find out if i…

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Our national wildlife refuges could lose the ability to be managed and Tennessee restricts game wardens access to private lands

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter talks about the concerns of U.S. wildlife refuges losing their ability to be managed along with a legal change in Tennessee that prevents game warden’s access to private land without a warrant. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4859634/4859634_2024-05-14-213934.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Great Outdo…

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OTL #919: A local education update, The Secret History of the Drew-Vels 37:12

2M ago37:12

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Mike Stephen welcomes Chalkbeat reporter Reema Amin to discuss the latest on Chicago Public Schools’ position on police officers in schools and how schools are funded and then discovers the Secret History of the 1960s soul group from Evanston: The Drew-Vels.By Mike Stephen

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(S24E21) "Cicada Shots" 1:05:55

2M ago1:05:55

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(Recorded: 5/25/24) - S24E21 "Cicada Shots" - (1:05:55 mins) - In this weeks episode Chris shares personal experience and feelings in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, 60 year old dating a 19 year old!?, cicada shots, Kid Rock is a drunk racist with a gun, Lagunitas Brewing closing tap room in Chicago, Morgan Spurlock in super-sized casket, H…

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Alex Exists Is Canada's Maddest 55:20

2M ago55:20

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Alex Exists is Canada's maddest one out of the bunch. On this week's episode, we chat with him about his latest album, Everybody's Famous, why he wants Yoko Ono to hear his tunes, what influences his eclectic sound and music video still, and more. You can listen AND watch the video over on our brand-spankin' new YouTube channel. ______ CHECK OUT AL…

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Why it is difficult to take the politics out of wildlife management in Illinois and progress on the farm bill

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter discusses the difficulty Illinois is having with it’s wildlife management due to politics. And, he talks with Kerry Luft, Executive Vice President of the Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation, about the progress of the farm bill. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4859625/4859625_2024-05-14-202425.128.mp3…

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OTL #918: A failure of local government, Simon’s Tavern turns 90, New local music from Brett Ratner 37:32

2M ago37:32

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Mike Stephen learns how the Chicago Housing Authority allows for nefarious deeds on some of its vacant properties from Block Club Chicago investigative editor and reporter Mick Dumke, celebrates 90 years of Andersonville’s Simon’s Tavern, and chats with local musician Brett Ratner about his new instrumental rock.…

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(S24E20) "Right off the bat!" 54:19

2M ago54:19

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(Recorded: 5/17/24) - S24E20 "Right off the bat!" - (54:19 mins) - In this weeks episode Chris asks listeners to check out our TikTok videos, Homeless people in NY are beating up celebrities, will the real Slim Shady please....he died!, Biden campaign song, Matt still scared of bees, Brian Wilson's wife passes, TSA stops man with snake in his pants…

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The Wonder Years' 'The Greatest Generation' Review 24:39

2M ago24:39

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The Wonder Years might know how to make an entire venue cry all at once, but does it impact Brian & Lizzie? Listen to this week's reaction to their album, The Greatest Generation. ______ INTERVIEWS ALL IN ONE PLACE We created a fresh Interview Only YouTube channel. Make sure to go and give that a follow so you don't miss any of our upcoming intervi…

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From Good to Great in Debate Education with Director of Debate at Woodward Academy (GA) Maggie Berthiaume 15:14

2M ago15:14

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Maggie Berthiaume is the Director of Debate at Woodward Academy in Georgia. She is a past recipient of the National Debate Coaches' Association Educator of the Year Award and the Georgia Forensic Coaches' Association Debate Coach of the Year Award. She has been on the NDCA and GFCA Executive Board and was a member of the editorial board of Contempo…

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Illinois weakens oversight of Department of Natural Resources plus sage grouse being used to undermine traditional land uses

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter discusses his concerns on the new oversight of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and the untraditional usages of sage grouse. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4858030/4858030_2024-05-11-170730.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Great Outdoors with Charlie Potter Colorado sinks to new low in ball…

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OTL #917: The Takeout 25 Effect, Chicago Truck Data Portal, The Secret History of Charlie Schmidt 48:07

2M ago48:07

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Mike Stephen learns about a new book about the impact of the local nonprofit Takeout 25 called The Takeout 25 Effect: Mobilizing for Positive Change with author Ravi Parakkat, explores a project mapping high concentration of truck traffic in Chicago called the Chicago Truck Data Portal with Jose Acosta Cordova of the Little Village Environmental Ju…

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(S24E19) "This is MY show!" 52:04

2M ago52:04

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(Recorded: 5/10/24) - S24E19 "This is MY show!" - (52:04 mins) - In this weeks episode Chris talks about the mother's day, Matt's B-day, we are going to Loserville to see Cory Feldman, Chris Court Show gets ranked #6 podcast in Illinois, Matt quits the show, Buzz Osborne thinks Jimi Hendrix was a Hack, US banning decaf coffee?, New Releases and Mor…

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CARR Is In Spiral City With Fall Out Boy 33:12

2M ago33:12

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We made a trip to "Spiral City" aka Milwaukee to chat with CARR during her run with Fall Out Boy. We catch up with her about her latest single, "Hot Dad," how she gives big Midwest energy, her upcoming set at When We Were Young Fest and more. You can listen AND watch the video over on our brand-spankin' new YouTube channel. ______ CHECK OUT CARR: T…

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America’s foremost conservationist – Johnny Morris built a business out of his passion and we all benefit from his generosity

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter shares Bass Pro Shop founder and Lead Outfitter Johnny Morris and his passion for American conservation. He also brings to the light, the concerns of plastic in the Great Lakes. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4817674/4817674_2024-05-03-235714.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Great Outdoors with Charlie…

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OTL #916: Should Chicago lower its speed limit?, Is Mayor Johnson incompetent or inexperienced?, Revisiting Chicago as a cycling city 39:10

2M ago39:10

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Mike Stephen discusses the possibility of Chicago lowering its speed limit with Active Transportation Alliance managing director of advocacy Jim Merrell, explores the debate around Mayor Johnson’s possible incompetence or inexperience with Chicago Magazine contributing editor Ted McClelland, and revisits the topic of Chicago’s bikeability.…

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(S24E18) "Face in a Vagina" 39:14

2M ago39:14

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(Recorded: 5/3/24) - S24E18 "Face in a Vagina" - (39:14 mins) - In this weeks episode Chris talks about the passing of a loved one, Man applauded for not giving in to a pregnant woman, Courtney Love just sucks, Matt doesn't get fired?, Eddie Vedder and Kid Rock trying to cancel Ticketmaster, Sam Ash going out of business, New Releases and More!!! C…

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Reviewing Senses Fails' 'Still Searching' With Action/Adventure 33:22

3M ago33:22

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We're reviewing every album that's being played at this year's When We Were Young Fest! This week we bring you special guests, Action/Adventure, to give their takes of Senses Fail's Still Searching. The Chicago act also put out their new single, "REAL JUICER HOURS" and are hopping on tour with Youth Fountain. INTERVIEWS ALL IN ONE PLACE We created …

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Episode 301 - go! 57:50

2M ago57:50

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Some classic Jesus music, including: People All Over The World - Farrell & Farrell Take It To All The World - 2nd Chapter Of Acts Go - Harvest Back To The Street - Petra Jesus Saves - Dallas Holm Please Don’t Send Me To Africa - Scott Wesley Brown The Other Side Of The World - Rich Mullins Jesus Commands Us To Go - Keith Green Carry The Light - Var…

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Bureau of Land Management is under increased pressure on policies plus feral cats in Australia wreaking havoc

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter discusses the increased pressure the Bureau of Land Management is under on policies in the western United States, plus the concerns over feral cats and what they are doing to the ecosystem in Australia. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4729943/4729943_2024-04-27-190843.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Gr…

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