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Megan Mercier says the world is built on competition. Women are told that they can essentially be and do whatever their heart desires regardless of their gender, but the hard-hitting reality of competition and that not being totally true sets in.
The creator of the performance along with director Stephanie Shaw join Shantell & Luis in studio to talk about the performance which “smashes the traditional American beauty pageant form with real stories of fully-grown girls stumbling into womanhood.”
Culinary historian and author of the book “Man Eats Dog: Hot Dog Culture in America” Bruce Kraig joined Shantell & Luis in studio. He, along with photographer and professor Patty Carroll, talk about their book which tells a history of not just the hot dog in Chicago, but in America.
The Importance of Language: As we continue our series exploring rape culture in America, we hear from Gregory M. Motoesian of UIC’s Department of Criminology, Law and Justice. Professor Motoesian talks about the importance of language in the construction of legal context regarding sexual assault.
Miss Neo: Stephanie Shaw and Megan Mercier of The Miss Neo Pageant join us in studio to talk about the performance which “smashes the traditional American beauty pageant form with real stories of fully-grown girls stumbling into womanhood.”
Wise Woman: This week’s wise woman is Carly Oishi. She talks dating, Chicago and dreams. She also talks about her monthly reading series “Solo in the 2nd City”. The series centers around dating, sex and relationships in Chicago.
Each week the Overdrive speaks with one of WBEZ’s bureau reporters. This week, NWI bureau reporter Mike Puente joins Shantell & Luis on the air to talk about the runway extension of Gary/Chicago International Airport set to open later this year and other plans for the complex. NWI residents Lorell K & Theo the Thinker weigh in on the subject.
WBEZ Bureau Check In: This week we check in with Northwest Indiana Bureau Reporter Mike Puente. He talks about the runway extension of Gary/Chicago International Airport set to open later this year and other plans for the complex.
Handling New Income: Graduation season is upon us and with the economy improving and a little bit of optimism, chances are that college grads will land a gig. Brennan Miller of Charles Schwab joins us live. The financial planner will give tips on the ins and outs of personal finance on what to do with new income.
Job from Around the Way: We present the latest job lead in hopes of making the search a bit easier in this tough economy.
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Steve Dolinsky is a professional food reporter and critic. He’s been reporting for WBEZ, ABC 7 and other media outlets in Chicago since 1992. The Michigan Avenue Magazine contributor speaks with Shantell about burgers and the top 5 burger joints in Chicago.
Today’s show: Culinary historian and author of the book “Man Eats Dog: Hot Dog Culture in America” Bruce Kraig joins us in studio. He, along with photographer and professor Patty Carroll, talk about their book which tells a history of not just the hot dog in Chicago, but in America. Tune in at 4pm on 89.5fm, 90.7fm or online at vocalo.org
“Overdrive’s Other Headlines”
May 13th, 2013
Last night low temperatures reached into the 30’s in some parts of Chicago. But Tuesday will prove to be a beautiful day. 81 degrees and sunny! 70’s and rain for the rest of the week.
via The Examiner and iPhone Weather App
After intense testimony from former deputy chief of mission in Libya, Gregory Hicks, revealing details about the attack on Benghazi on Sept 11th 2012 that took the life of Ambassador Chris Stevens stating that the call he received from Stevens that day was, “the saddest phone call I’d ever received in my life.” For some the GOP led investigation on what happened in Benghazi is a crusade to get the truth. While for others the issue is splitting hairs about talking points, intended to find a way to find ways to accuse the president or former Secretary of State Clinton of a cover up instead of finding ways to prevent a future attack.
via The Nation, CS Monitor, Time, Washington Post
-Shooting at Mother’s Day Parade
A gunman opened fire at a Mother’s Day parade wounding 19 people. Police have released a security camera footage of the suspect.
via Chicago Tribune
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Fed Up Student: Everyone has an opinion about education in the country, but we rarely hear from those affected the most by decisions made regarding the public school system. A video of a high school student in Texas giving his English teacher a piece of his mind went viral last week was the latest incident of a student speaking out in protest of current education practices. We discuss.
Man Bites Dog: Bruce Kraig & Patty Carroll, Authors of “Man Bites Dog” joins us in studio. His book provides a historic account of the history of hot dogs in the country.
Chicago, USA’s Best Food City: The Munchies Award for best food city was claimed last week by the “Windy City.” Food critic and reporter Steve Dolinsky gives us his Top 5 best burger picks in the city.
