Your Chicago on the Radio Misfits Podcast Network

Meet your old friends Gene Ha, Paul Dailing, Kelsie Huff and Margaret Hicks. In this very special 100th episode, join us as we celebrate this fabulous milestone by catching up with past guests, getting some new Chicago Secrets and playing some fun games. Plus there’s a chance to win a signed copy of Mae from Read more... The post Your Chicago EP100 – 100th Episode Celebration appeared first on Radio Misfits.

It was a really busy year for Chicago! Think you remember all the big things that happened? Join us for our annual Year Review as we look back on some of the major moments we’ve shared as Chicagoans, hear from past guests and celebrate the end of our 4th year bringing you stories from the people who Read more... The post Your Chicago EP86 – 2015 Year Review appeared first on Radio Misfits.

D’oh! This week’s guest was no-show. But lucky for all of you, your favorite hosts (in the podcast/Chicago themed/interview show category) had a list episode ready and it’s perfect for the season. It’s the holidays and your friends and family are descending upon you. So what do you do? In this episode, Stefania and Arden Read more... The post Your Chicago EP85 – Things To Do In The Winter appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Arlen Parsa, local documentary film maker. In this episode, Arlen talks about the magical journey of discovering and then producing his grandfather’s long lost opera, discusses the proper behavior for traveling to and from a Cubs game (hint, don’t be a dick bag) and shares a secret park to escape to in the city. Read more... The post Your Chicago EP84 – Andina appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Hilary Lake, one of the family owners of Sedgwick Stop. In this episode, Hilary plies us with drinks and talks about the adventures of starting a bar in Chicago, complains about ticketing in the city and shares a hidden spot to catch a burlesque show. Want to share a Chicago secret? Want to lodge a Read more... The post Your Chicago EP83 – The Sedgwick Stop appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Shawn Podgerski, co-owner of DonerMen Food Truck. In this episode, Shawn talks about the adventures of owning a food truck. Find DonerMen on all sorts of social media at http://www.donermen.com/ Want to share a Chicago secret? Want to lodge a complaint on Listen Up Chicago? Want to say hi? Write to us at yourchicagopodcast@gmail.com or call 773-234-5LSD. The post Your Chicago EP82 – DonerMen Food Truck appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Gene Ha (that’s Golf Echo November Echo Hotel Alpha), four time Eisner award winning comic book artist and author of Mae. In this episode, Gene shares his story of becoming an artist, inspires us to become goo-goos and invites us to check out the Chicago Alternative Comics Expo. And while Mae isn’t available anywhere yet, Read more... The post Your Chicago EP81 – Gene Ha appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Max Temkin, co-creator of Cards Against Humanity. In this episode, Max gives us inside story of how this popular game for terrible people was born, shares some insight and inspiration into the Chicago political system and provides a rapid fire Chicago Secrets list that you might need to listen to three or four times Read more... The post Your Chicago Ep80 – Cards Against Humanity appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Mindy Segal, owner of Hot Chocolate, James Beard award winner and author of Cookie Love. In this episode, Mindy joins us live at the Food For Thought podcast tent at the Taste of Chicago to talk baking cookies, starting a restaurant and getting the police to actually come help you. Special thanks to everyone Read more... The post Your Chicago EP79 – LIVE: Mindy Segal at Taste of Chicago appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Congratulations! We’ve all just gotten our dream jobs in Sydney, Australia and we’re leaving in a month. So what will you do before you go? In this episode, Stefania, Arden and their official pinch hitter guest, Mike, talk about what they would do in that scenario – from the must-see-one-more-time museums to that last slice Read more... The post Your Chicago EP78 – Your List: Bucket List appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Maggie Schutz, Executive Director of Learnaplooza, the festival where you get to choose your own adventure. In this episode, Maggie talks about bringing this incredible festival to life, shares a favorite park in the city and takes home a This Day In Chicago win. There are two festivals right around the corner! Learn more Read more... The post Your Chicago EP77 – Learnapalooza appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Alisa Rosenthal, also known as Plucky Rosenthal the Jewish star of stage and stage. In this episode, the vivacious Alisa tells the story of her vaudeville variety act, encourages Chicagoans to drive, walk, transit and live with compassion for others and invites us to check out the Picture of Dorian Gray at the Art Read more... The post Your Chicago EP76 – Plucky Rosenthal appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Andy Fleming, producer and host of the Two-Hour Comedy Hour. In this bumperiest episode ever, Andy Fleming talks about putting together a comedy showcase, cussing while bussing, taking piss back and Gramma J’s diner. You can find Andy on Twitter and the Two-Hour Comedy Hour also on Twitter. Want to share a Chicago secret? Want Read more... The post Your Chicago EP75 – Two Hour Comedy Hour appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Your eyes and ears are not deceiving you. It’s something new from Your Chicago! We’re taking the show on the road and bringing you some 5-10 minute Minisodes around the city. In our first minisode, we check in with Patrick “Deep Dish” Bertoletti, former podcast guest, at his new joint “Taco In A Bag.” We Read more... The post Your Chicago EP74 – Taco In A Bag appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Maria Kim, President and CEO of The Cara Program. In this episode, prepare to get inspired as Maria tells us about how The Cara Program is transforming the lives of Chicagoans, shares an amazing restaurant on a hidden cobblestone street and helps us invent the Party Bus app (patent pending). You’re going to want Read more... The post Your Chicago EP73 – The Cara Program appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Nick Taylor, Educational Director for Robot City Workshop (among many other things). In this episode, Nick tells us about how a robot hobby turned into a Robot Workshop that educates and entertains children and adults, berates Chicagoans who choose to wear shorts when it’s NOT TIME YET and shares one of his favorite music Read more... The post Your Chicago EP72 – Robot City Workshop appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Mike, Arden’s boyfriend and international man of mystery. In this episode, Mike graciously steps in as a pinch hitter after a last minute guest cancellation and joins the Your Chicago crew as we discuss the reasons we stick out Chicago’s brutal winters besides the standard “because the summers are amazing,” ponder the recycling situation Read more... The post Your Chicago EP71 – Your List: Why We Stay appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Tony Dreyfuss, co-founder of Metropolis Coffee Company. In this episode, Tony talks about the cup of coffee that changed his life and how coffee can change the lives of others, teaches us about the coffee roasting process, tells us about the best place in the city to swim in the lake and bravely tries Read more... The post Your Chicago EP70 – Metropolis Coffee Company appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet LaManda Joy, Founder and President of the Peterson Garden Project. In this episode, LaManda tells us about turning lot lust into a organization that empowers people to build Pop Up Victory Gardens all over the city, directs us to check out the Broadway Armory and gives us the most positive Listen Up Chicago this Read more... The post Your Chicago EP69 – Peterson Garden Project appeared first on Radio Misfits.

Meet Patrick “Deep Dish” Bertoletti, Chicago’s very own world record setting competitive eater. In this episode, Patrick dishes on the world of competitive eating, talks about starting his own restaurant and educates us on the history of the Pullman neighborhood. You can find Patrick on the Twitters, the Facebooks, the YouTubes and the Internets. Plus, don’t Read more... The post Your Chicago EP68 – Patrick “Deep Dish” Bertoletti appeared first on Radio Misfits.