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Outside the Loop RADIO

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4.8(27 reviews)
338 episodes
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Outside the Loop RADIO is Chicago's Almost Above-Ground Audio Magazine. Founded as a podcast in September 2006 and picked up for broadcast by Chicago Sound Alliance WLUW 88.7-FM in March 2007, "OTL" now airs on Chicago's Very Own 50,000-watt heritage powerhouse station WGN Radio 720-AM. Storyteller and urbanologist Mike Stephen hosts this weekly program featuring fun segments and interviews with local newsmakers, artists, musicians, and others doing cool stuff around the greater Chicago area. The show covers topics stories that don't always get mainstream media attention... and it's all presented with a strong and independent Chicago slant. http://outsidetheloopradio.com

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Recent Episodes

Episode thumbnail for OTL #1,027: Certificate of innocence update, New music from Cult Canyon, The new film Ricardo focuses on identity

June 20, 2026

OTL #1,027: Certificate of innocence update, New music from Cult Canyon, The new film Ricardo focuses on identity

Host Mike Stephen interviews Injustice Watch senior reporter Dan Hinkel, Cult Canyon band leader Josh Chicone, and filmmaker Roberto Jay about certificates of innocence, new music, and a film on identity.

Episode thumbnail for OTL #1,026: Riding for America, HelloBaby builds community, Chicago Pride Hockey

June 13, 2026

OTL #1,026: Riding for America, HelloBaby builds community, Chicago Pride Hockey

Host Mike Stephen interviews author Nancy Hays about Isaac Murphy and founder Debbie Frisch of HelloBaby, exploring sports history and community building.

Episode thumbnail for OTL #1,025: Eating at every restaurant in the Loop, Challenges for Chicago street vendors, Addressing the affordable housing crisis

June 6, 2026

OTL #1,025: Eating at every restaurant in the Loop, Challenges for Chicago street vendors, Addressing the affordable housing crisis

Host Mike Stephen interviews food journalist Nick Kindelsperger, street vendor advocate Maria Orozco, and reporter Alex Nitkin about Chicago's Loop dining, vendor challenges, and housing solutions.

338 total episodes available with 6 transcripts

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What is Outside the Loop RADIO?

Outside the Loop RADIO is Chicago's Almost Above-Ground Audio Magazine. Founded as a podcast in September 2006 and picked up for broadcast by Chicago Sound Alliance WLUW 88.7-FM in March 2007, "OTL" now airs on Chicago's Very Own 50,000-watt heritage powerhouse station WGN Radio 720-AM.

Storyteller and urbanologist Mike Stephen hosts this weekly program featuring fun segments and interviews with local newsmakers, artists, musicians, and others doing cool stuff around the greater Chicago area. The show covers topics stories that don't always get mainstream media attention... and it's all presented with a strong and independent Chicago slant.

http://outsidetheloopradio.com

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.

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