Off The Beaten Podcast

Welcome back to a very special episode of Off The Beaten Podcast. I went and sat outside on the curb, enjoyed a beautiful fall day, and recounted the amazing time I had at Riot Fest 2021, which made it's triumphant return after being cancelled in 2020. Tune in to hear about all of my mosh pit adventures, and all the amazing bands I saw. If you went to Riot Fest, drop me a line and let me know how your experience was, and what was your favorite band? Resources: Riot Fest Robust Coffee Lounge Signup for the newsletter here: Off The Beaten Podcast Newsletter Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any upcoming episodes. Also, please take a moment to rate and review OTBP on your favorite podcast app. Follow OTBP on Social Media: Instagram / Facebook / TikTok / Website / Podchaser You can also SIGN UP for the Off The Beaten Podcast newsletter: Sign Up Here! I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Got something to say? Give us a call and leave a voicemail: (312) 488-9068 Email us: beingsillyinthecity@gmail.com Also don't be afraid to slide into my DM's on any of the social media platforms. You can also support the podcast by Buying Me a Cup of Coffee. Every dollar donated goes into helping me make the podcast better. buymeacoffee.com/OffTheBeatenPodcast

First and foremost, if you're not signed up for the OTBP Newsletter, sign up immediately to get the Official OTBP 2021 Summer To-Do List. The contents in there is top secret! However, I decided to talk about a few #summertimechi events that didn't make the list, but that you all should know about. What is your favorite Summertime Chicago activity? Slide into my DM's and let me know. Signup for the newsletter here: Off The Beaten Podcast Newsletter Resources: Bae Coffee The Lemonade Land Cookies & Conversations Spanish Soul Sundays on State Grant Park Music Festival You're Such a Catch Podcast NerdCage Live Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any upcoming episodes. Also, please take a moment to rate and review OTBP on your favorite podcast app. Follow OTBP on Social Media: Instagram / Facebook / TikTok / Website / Podchaser You can also SIGN UP for the Off The Beaten Podcast newsletter: Sign Up Here! I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Got something to say?Give us a call and leave a voicemail: (312) 488-9068Email us: beingsillyinthecity@gmail.comAlso don't be afraid to slide into my DM's on any of the social media platforms. You can also support the podcast by Buying Me a Cup of Coffee. Every dollar donated goes into helping me make the podcast better. buymeacoffee.com/OffTheBeatenPodcast Cover Photo by Antonio Gabola on Unsplash

This is the second of two episodes I recorded in the lovely podcast booth at The Russell Nashville Hotel. While enjoying the lovely sights and people of Tennessee, reality was swirling around me it felt at a mile a minute. Recorded a few days after the Derek Chauvin trial, I felt it would be remiss if I didn't share my thoughts, and the burdens on my heart, following that event, and approaching a year after the murder of George Floyd. I don't feel the word "enjoy" is quite appropriate, but definitely give this one a listen. Resources: The Russell Nashville Bongo Roasting Co. (Bongo East) Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any upcoming episodes. Also, please take a moment to rate and review OTBP on your favorite podcast app. Follow OTBP on Social Media: Instagram / Facebook / Pinterest/ Website / Podchaser You can also SIGN UP for the Off The Beaten Podcast newsletter: Sign Up Here! I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Got something to say?Give us a call and leave a voicemail: (312) 488-9068Email us: beingsillyinthecity@gmail.comAlso don't be afraid to slide into my DM's on any of the social media platforms. You can also support the podcast by Buying Me a Cup of Coffee. Every dollar donated goes into helping me make the podcast better. buymeacoffee.com/OffTheBeatenPodcast

This is a first time for OTBP. I took the show on the road. I recorded this episode in the lovely podcast booth at The Russell Nashville Hotel. I had to take advantage and offer my thoughts on the lovely city of Nashville (and huge shout out to Hendersonville). Resources down below for everyone and everyplace I mention. Enjoy!!! Resources: The Russell Nashville Bongo Roasting Co. (Bongo East) National Museum of African American Music Legendairy Milkshake Bar I Dream of Weenie Lime Scooters Hannah Robersonn Aubrey Knox Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode of this special challenge series.Also, please take a moment to rate and review OTBP on your favorite podcast app. Follow OTBP on Social Media: Instagram / Facebook / Pinterest/ Website / Podchaser You can also SIGN UP for the Off The Beaten Podcast newsletter: Sign Up Here! I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Got something to say?Give us a call and leave a voicemail: (312) 488-9068Email us: beingsillyinthecity@gmail.comAlso don't be afraid to slide into my DM's on any of the social media platforms. You can also support the podcast by Buying Me a Cup of Coffee. Every dollar donated goes into helping me make the podcast better. buymeacoffee.com/OffTheBeatenPodcast

Welcome to Season 3 of Off The Beaten Podcast. This episode, I sat and talked with my mother, Willarene McGill, who has lived in Chicago since the 60's. I couldn't think of a more perfect person to talk about change over time. This is part 1 of our conversation! We set the stage of where she came from, how she got to Chicago, and how she made a way for herself in not only a new city, but a large, segregated city like Chicago. Resources: The Sheraton Hotel at 505 N. Michigan Ave. is now the Intercontinental Chicago Hotel - https://www.icchicagohotel.com/explore Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode of this special challenge series.Also, please take a moment to rate and review OTBP on your favorite podcast app. Follow OTBP on Social Media: Instagram / Facebook / Pinterest/ Website / Podchaser You can also SIGN UP for the Off The Beaten Podcast newsletter: Sign Up Here! I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Got something to say?Give us a call and leave a voicemail: (312) 488-9068Email us: beingsillyinthecity@gmail.comAlso don't be afraid to slide into my DM's on any of the social media platforms. You can also support the podcast by Buying Me a Cup of Coffee. Every dollar donated goes into helping me make the podcast better. buymeacoffee.com/OffTheBeatenPodcast

Hey Everyone! It's Episode 25 of my NaPodPoMo series. On this mile of our journey, I talk about the community of West Ridge This is mile #23 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of 2020 to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of National Podcasting Post Month. We didn't finish in November, but the party don't stop! Make sure you have your phone handy as you listen, it will make things so much better. Trust me! Follow OTBP on Social Media: Instagram / Facebook / Pinterest/ Website / Podchaser Resources: WBEZ: Cabbage War: West Ridge vs. Rogers Park CMAP: Community Data Snapshot - West Ridge Chicago Park District: Warren Park Cover Photo Credit: "West Ridge News Agency, Chicago" by kevin dooley is licensed under CC BY 2.0 You can learn more about NaPodPoMo by visiting NaPodPoMo.org. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode of this special challenge series.Also, please take a moment to rate and review OTBP on your favorite podcast app. You can also SIGN UP for the Off The Beaten Podcast newsletter: Sign Up Here! I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Got something to say?Give us a call and leave a voicemail: (312) 488-9068Email us: beingsillyinthecity@gmail.comAlso don't be afraid to slide into my DM's on any of the social media platforms. You can support the podcast by Buying Me a Cup of Coffee. Every dollar donated goes into helping me make the podcast better. buymeacoffee.com/OffTheBeatenPodcast Also, I have an exclusive offer for OTBP listeners! Visit reppinpins.com and get 20% off your entire order with discount code OTBP20. You won't find this deal anywhere else!

Hey Everyone! It's Episode 23 of my NaPodPoMo series. On this mile of our journey, I talk about the community of Lincoln Square, which not only is where I train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, but has some of the best cafes in the city! This is mile #21 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of 2020 to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of National Podcasting Post Month. We didn't finish in November, but the party don't stop! Make sure you have your phone handy as you listen, it will make things so much better. Trust me! Follow OTBP on Social Media: Instagram / Facebook / Pinterest/ Website / Podchaser Resources: Encyclopedia of Chicago: Lincoln Square Lincoln Square Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce Team Redzovic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Old Town School of Folk Music Oromo Cafe Groundswell Coffee Roasters Cover Photo Credit: "Welles Park Gazebo, Chicago" by jojolae is licensed under CC BY 2.0 You can learn more about NaPodPoMo by visiting NaPodPoMo.org. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode of this special challenge series.Also, please take a moment to rate and review OTBP on your favorite podcast app. You can also SIGN UP for the Off The Beaten Podcast newsletter: Sign Up Here! I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Got something to say?Give us a call and leave a voicemail: (312) 488-9068Email us: beingsillyinthecity@gmail.comAlso don't be afraid to slide into my DM's on any of the social media platforms. You can support the podcast by Buying Me a Cup of Coffee. Every dollar donated goes into helping me make the podcast better. buymeacoffee.com/OffTheBeatenPodcast Also, I have an exclusive offer for OTBP listeners! Visit reppinpins.com and get 20% off your entire order with discount code OTBP20. You won't find this deal anywhere else!

Hey Everyone! It's Episode 21 of my NaPodPoMo series. On this mile of our journey, I talk about Riverview Park, former Chicago amusement park, billed as "the world's largest amusement park" in it's heyday! This is mile #19 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of 2020 to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of National Podcasting Post Month. We didn't finish in November, but the party don't stop! Make sure you have your phone handy as you listen, it will make things so much better. Trust me! Follow OTBP on Social Media: Instagram / Facebook / Pinterest/ Website / Podchaser Resources: WTTW: Riverview Park L Stop Tours: Riverview Park Chicago Tribune: Remember Riverview Park 50 Years Later WBEZ: Riverview: The Bright. The Dark. The Strange PBS: Chicago Stories - Riverview Cover Photo Credit: "Riverview Amusement Park 1943 Gate Pass 'Front'" by riptheskull is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0 You can learn more about NaPodPoMo by visiting NaPodPoMo.org. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode of this special challenge series.Also, please take a moment to rate and review OTBP on your favorite podcast app. You can also SIGN UP for the Off The Beaten Podcast newsletter: Sign Up Here! I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Got something to say?Give us a call and leave a voicemail: (312) 488-9068Email us: beingsillyinthecity@gmail.comAlso don't be afraid to slide into my DM's on any of the social media platforms. You can support the podcast by Buying Me a Cup of Coffee. Every dollar donated goes into helping me make the podcast better. buymeacoffee.com/OffTheBeatenPodcast Also, I have an exclusive offer for OTBP listeners! Visit reppinpins.com and get 20% off your entire order with discount code OTBP20. You won't find this deal anywhere else!