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What Happens Next in 6 MinutesCOVID, Entertainment Disruption, and the Race for the Senate - 11.22.2020Co-hosts Larry Bernstein and Mitch Feinman welcome the following guests for the 11.22.2020 show of What Happens Next: Sam Hoffman, Phil Abraham, James Gray, Josh Goldstine, Tom Cotton, Ramanan Laxminarayan, and Richard Levitan. Get full access to What Happens Next in 6 Minutes with Larry Bernstein at www.whathappensnextin6minutes.com/subscribe2020-11-222h 03
Re:soundRe:sound #130 The Chicago Show (rebroadcast)This hour, we're bringing you a favorite from our archive... Chicago. Hogbutcher to the world, jewel of the Midwest, and everything in-between.Wild Onion by Gwen Macsai.Chicago, as all Chicagoans know, means wild onion. Wild, as in feral, unpredictable, fierce, blustery, lunatic. Onion, as in layered, spicy, sometimes stinky, sometimes sweet, and always tear-inducing.The Chicago Sound Drops:Couple Two Tree by Sean ColeStuds and Jimmy by Alan HallRiding Through the Summer by Katie Mingle,Elevated (Grand Chicago) by Aaron XimmChicago's Gangster by Heather RadkeBeat...2019-08-0200 min
Nerds On TourWill Oldham on Overthinking, Mansplaining, and Learning to Love Nina SimoneWill Oldham returns to Nerds On Tour, this time in Will and Abraham’s mutual hometown, Louisville. An inspiring dive into Will’s philosophies on life and art.2016-10-271h 18
Nerds On TourLita Ford on The Runaways, Ozzy Osbourne, and Selling Men’s CologneLita Ford's first band, The Runaways, became a global phenomenon. Months later, she was selling men's cologne at the mall. She discusses Nikki Sixx, Ozzy Osbourne, and the value of having the right team.2016-05-2644 min
Nerds On TourWill Oldham on Drag City, Quality of Life, and Being Bonnie "Prince" BillyAbraham talks with one of his all-time heroes, Will Oldham a.k.a. Bonnie “Prince” Billy, about the hard choices that make for a satisfying long-term music career.2016-05-1252 min
Nerds On TourJohn Doe, L.A. Punk Legend, on X, Bud Light, and Multiple BreakfastsX frontman John Doe is a living
legend. He discusses X's career, their Bud Light commercial, and
the reasons why L.A. punks worship The Doors.2016-04-2856 min
Nerds On TourPatti Niemi, Sticking It Out Through Juilliard, Anxiety Attacks, and an Orchestral CareerClassical percussionist Patti Niemi gives an insider’s account of surviving Juilliard, enduring high-pressure auditions, and getting a tenured position with an orchestra. She’s battled serious anxiety issues throughout.2016-04-1459 min
Nerds On TourJohn Roderick, From the Long Winters to Roderick on the Line (And Back)Long Winters frontman John Roderick, also a champion podcaster, delivers the goods on music, money management, and strategy in this epic interview. Here's hoping he writes a book.2016-03-3100 min
Nerds On TourJason Collett on Broken Social Scene, Going Solo, & the Licensing GameJason Collett left Broken Social Scene at the height of the band's global fame. His resultant solo career has led to some lucrative ad placements as well as his self-aware new album, "Song & Dance Man".2016-03-1744 min
Nerds On TourThrill Jockey's Bettina Richards, Doing It Her Way Since 1992After having her fill of the major-label A&R game, Bettina Richards started Thrill Jockey Records in 1992 from her apartment. It's now one of the world's most respected indie labels. She discusses how she made it happen.2016-03-031h 16
Nerds On TourBruce Finkelman, the Empty Bottle, and the Empire of CoolFor Bruce Finkelman, starting the Empty Bottle, Chicago's coolest music venue, at age 23 was just the beginning. He now runs nine different operations. We discuss seeing the world through "owner's eyes".2016-02-2548 min
Nerds On TourThe Redwalls' Andrew Langer, From Rocker to RealtorThe Redwalls' Andrew Langer was signed to Capitol Records at age 18 and toured the UK with Oasis. These days, he enjoys being a father of two and a realtor for D'Aprile Properties. He's also very witty and a good hang.2016-02-1858 min
Nerds On TourBobby Conn & Julie Pomerleau on Thrill Jockey, Velvet Revolver, & ChevroletBobby Conn & Julie Pomerleau share the very funny intersections between rock life and real life. They discuss being Thrill Jockey recording artists, sharing the stage with Velvet Revolver, and doing a corporate gig for Chevrolet. Part 2 of 2.2016-02-0447 min
Nerds On TourBobby Conn & Julie Pomerleau, From Antichrists to HomeownersBobby Conn & Julie Pomerleau were musicians Abraham worshipped before he became their bandmate. They discuss the secrets of DIY glam, the fleeting gloss of professionalism, and getting stuck in a Bavarian vineyard. Part 1 of 2.2016-01-2840 min
Nerds On TourJason Narducy, From Verbow to Bob Mould to Superchunk to Split SingleJason Narducy, musician and entrepreneur, is one of Abraham's personal heroes. He inspired Dave Grohl to pursue music and played Letterman multiple times, he's a member of the Bob Mould Band and Superchunk, and he fronts his own band, Split Single.2016-01-211h 10
Filmspotting#569: 2015 Wrap Party Live From Mayne StageLive from Mayne Stage in Chicago, it's Filmspotting’s 2015 Wrap Party presented by WBEZ! Adam, Josh and an All-Star roster of special guests share their favorite moments from the year in film. Plus, an epic musical edition of Massacre Theatre, improvised songs by Abraham Levitan and the announcement of the 2015 Golden Brick Winner.
-- Rundown and more to be posted later; check filmspotting.net for info. --2016-01-151h 56
Nerds On TourThe New Yorker's John Seabrook on How Top 40 Gets MadeNew Yorker staff writer John Seabrook recently published The Song Machine, a look at how today's Top 40 gets made. We discuss the future of Spotify, why death metal is more relevant than classic rock, and what the Backstreet Boys and Dylan have in common.2016-01-1457 min
Nerds On TourFreda Love Smith, from the Blake Babies to Northwestern UniversityFreda Love Smith, once Juliana Hatfield's bandmate in the Blake Babies, is now a lecturer at Northwestern University whose recently published memoir, "Red Velvet Underground," combines rock, parenting, finances, and recipes.2016-01-0731 min
Nerds On TourKelly Hogan, Anti- Records Recording Artist and Ramen AficionadoThe debut episode of Nerds On Tour features singer, songwriter, and Chicago civic treasure Kelly Hogan. We talk about royalty statements, nerdiness, Ramen noodles, decision trees, neck moisturizer, and which one of us secretly wants a Saab automobile.2015-12-2937 min
Filmspotting#473 Live: 2013 Wrap Party From Mayne StageWith Filmspotting's best films of the year safely in the books - and, per tradition, etched in stone - Josh and Adam take a final look at the year in film, live from Mayne Stage in Chicago. Michael Phillips from the Chicago Tribune joins the panel to share 2013's best performances, scenes and more.
This episode is presented by Squarespace (use code FILM1).
:00-1:25 - Billboard
1:25-6:29 - Opening Scenes
6:29-12:51 - Scene Stealers
12:51-20:18 - Shot of the Year
20:18-26:22 - Thing We Learned
26:22-32:41 - Golden Brick Award
Music: Abraham Levitan, Seg. 1 Recap
33:57-36:48 - Sponsor: Squarespace
36:48-44:35...2014-01-171h 43
Behind the Scenes – Robin AmerShame That Tuned!3:02 Have you ever seen Shame That Tune, the musical game show that happens every month at The Hideout? Three participants read embarrassing stories about their lives. Then, host Brian Costello interviews them for a few minutes. By that time, pianist Abraham Levitan has composed a song based on their story, in a musical genre determined by spinning a musical […]2011-09-1000 min
Third Coast Audio Library :: AllRe:sound #130: The Chicago ShowThis hour: Chicago. Hogbutcher to the world, jewel of the Midwest, and everything inbetween.Year: 2010Producers:Gwen MacsaiSean ColeAlan HallKatie MingleAaron XimmHeather RadkeChris SewellSean HurleyJonathan MitchellDelaney HallJacob AndersonAbraham Levitan2010-05-2859 min