Join Dan Mauller on a comedic odyssey through the bustling streets of Chicago as he shares his adventures living in the heart of the Midwest for over three decades. Originally hailing from sunny Pasadena, California, Dan's path led him to Boston before finding his true comedic home in Chicago. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Dan where he takes you to his journey through Second City improv classes, where laughter reigns supreme. From navigating the diverse neighborhoods, Dan's love for Chicago shines through every story he tells. Tune in for a blend of humor, nostalgia, and a deep appreciation for the city that captured Dan's heart and has been his home for over 30 years.

In this episode, we chat with John Simmons, one of Chicago’s most respected and versatile DJs. John shares his journey from being a young music lover to becoming a seasoned professional behind the turntables. He tells us how he was influenced by the early 90s House music scene in Chicago, and how he learned from his mentors and peers. He also talks about his experiences playing at some of the most iconic venues and events in Chicago, and how he has evolved his style and sound over the years. Tune in and enjoy a conversation with John Simmons, the soul of Chicago House.

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In this episode, we share the compelling, anonymous journey of Yovani, a resilient DREAMER from Belmont Cragin, Chicago. Despite facing the challenges of undocumented status, Yovani's story is one of hope, highlighting the strength of the human spirit and the unwavering power of dreams. Join us as we delve into the shadows, revealing the extraordinary tale of a young person determined to overcome adversity, reminding us all of the importance of compassion and understanding in our communities.

I interview Lisa Marie Farver in this episode. I met Lisa a few years ago. She's a pretty cool interesting person. I hope you enjoy the interview. The following links are projects that Lisa is currently involved in. Check them out! Poems While You Wait (tumblr.com) Typewriter Tarts Typewriter Tarts Gfulness

A conversation with Rudy Lozano Jr. A life long resident of Little Village. He is on the board of directors at Enlace Chicago. https://www.enlacechicago.org/

DJ GREEDY IN THE HOUSE!!!! Alright. Salvador Garcia AKA DJ GREEDY, really

does not need an introduction. This guy has been in the underground of

Chicago DJ culture for over 25 years, maybe 30 years. He has hosted

numerous radio shows in Chicago. I am so happy that i got a hold of

him for an interview. We talk about all of it in the interview. I hope

you enjoy it THANKS for listening! www.djgreedy.com

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Episode 4 of REAL CHICAGO the podcast. I interview Rebecca "Stolie" Stoelinga. Stolie is a musician/performer/artist. Her website is: stolie.com. I first met Stolie while hanging out at Lizards Liquid Lounge. After the interview I was definitely impressed with everything she has done throughout her life. I've had only brief conversations with her, When i first thought about this podcast, I definitely wanted to interview her. So I hope you you enjoy it as much as I did. Side note: this was a Facetime interview. I had to work some postproduction magic to get the sound right. sort of.. Stolie’s links:

STOLIEwww.stolie.comFacebook @stoliemusic https://www.facebook.com/stoliemusicInstagram @stoliemusic https://www.instagram.com/stoliemusic/YouTube @StolieSongs https://www.youtube.com/stoliesongsSpotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/4ZnfS5fVBnOAT0qWCWUmFvhttps://stolie.bandcamp.com/SUPER STOLIEwww.superstolie.comFacebook @superstolie https://www.facebook.com/superstolieInstagram @superstolie https://www.instagram.com/superstolieYouTube https://www.youtube.com/superstolieshowSpotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/7Iecg2VUYaP0Ym0NbnLFAI?si=naRXdbaeT7uh_SW_5AJqdAhttps://superstolie.bandcamp.com

The 3rd episode of Real Chicago the Podcast. Jorge is a life long friend mine. I have known him for what seems like forever. He is a pretty interesting guy, I will definitely have him back for more stories from us growing up a Little Village. I hope you enjoy the interview. Do not forget to follow subscribe, etc, etc. Thanks!