Category: Episodes
‘Tavern-style’ meets ‘speakeasy chic’ for charity: CRUST FUND PIZZA (Episode 605)
Author, marketer and foodie John Carruthers has thrown himself into pizza over the past year. Now that he’s mastered the art of making “tavern style” pizza, he’s turned his talents toward the greater good. He joins me to talk about…
Nightmare fuel and a cool song with a violin: The joy of DEAD ANIMAL ASSEMBLY PLANT (Episode 604)
Their videos are nightmare fuel. Their music is heavy and haunting. Their name is vegan-enraging. Join me for a special Sunday night recording with the dark force known as DEAD ANIMAL ASSEMBLY PLANT.
‘Girly’ sounds: The electronic world of Julian Beeston (Episode 603)
Julian Beeston’s a visionary artist whose new project, Featured, released a fantastic full length last month called Girly. He’s been part of Nitzer Ebb, Cubanate and Die Krupp, but has finally settled into his own skin with Featured.
‘The Surprise Restaurant Manager’ – Author/consultant Ken McGarrie talks about the hospitality business (Episode 602)
Ken McGarrie’s been in the hospitality business for decades, and his career has led him to major food locales like Ontario, Dallas and New Orleans. Here in Chicago, he was the director of operations for DineAmic Group. More recently, he…
Episode 600 (Part Five) – Jesse Valenciana, Superkick, Guardrail, OutDREJAS and Till Morning
“The Night of 1000 Stars” was a live, 5-hour podcast recording that included dozens of guests who’ve appeared on the show through the years. In this segment, JVO is joined by Guardrail, Jesse Valenciana (Feast City), Superkick, OutDREJAS and Mickey…
Episode 600 (Part Four) – Hot Doug, Dag Juhlin, David Singer, Hi Ho, Dan Dougherty and more!
“The Night of 1000 Stars” was a live, 5-hour podcast recording that included dozens of guests who’ve appeared on the show through the years. In this segment, JVO is joined by “Beardo” creator Dan Dougherty, Gillian McGhee (Hi Ho), reporter…
Episode 600 (Part Three) – Fort Francis, Liar’s Club, Amy Guth, Yes Factory, Mike Bratton and more!
“The Night of 1000 Stars” was a live, 5-hour podcast recording that included dozens of guests who’ve appeared on the show through the years. In this segment, JVO is joined by Elliott Serrano (King of Geeks), original CCC co-host Mike…
Episode 600 (Part Two) – Stubhy, Local H, Daryl Wilson, Denis Buckley, Kristina Cottone and more!
“The Night of 1000 Stars” was a live, 5-hour podcast recording that included dozens of guests who’ve appeared on the show through the years. In this second segment, JVO is joined by Patrick Brower (Challengers Comics & Conversation), Scott Lucas…
Episode 600 (Part One) Josh Caterer, Martin Atkins, Broken Robots and more!
“The Night of 1000 Stars” was a live, 5-hour podcast recording that included dozens of guests who’ve appeared on the show through the years. In this first segment, JVO is joined by Josh Caterer (Smoking Popes), Tyler Wildey (Epic Deli),…
Tiny Kingdoms on Car Con Carne (Episode 599)
Jake Newling of Tiny Kingdoms is on Car Con Carne to talk about the band’s most recent releases and plans for their upcoming EP.Car Con Carne is sponsored by C&H Financial Services.
