Episode 10 - Bonus: Reflections on Veterans Day w/ Dion
This episode Dion spends some time reflecting on his thoughts on Veteran's Day, and takes some time to recount his time in the Illinois Army National Guard and his 2008 deployment to Afghanistan. If you are a veteran, or have veterans in your life, this is one not to be missed.
Episode 9 - Reppin What You Love with Francis Almeda
This episode Dion talks to Francis Almeda founder of Reppin Pins. Reppin makes pins that represent what you love, and does it in amazingly stylish fashion!
Episode 8 - Public Service Announcement
This week Dion offers up an important public service announcement. But first, he quickly talks about the ongoing Chicago Teachers Strike, and some frustrations he's faced dealing with criticisms of Chicago and CPS.
Episode 7 - Let's Talk About The Chicago Teachers Strike!
This week Dion talks about the upcoming Chicago Teachers Strike. Dion is a former educator, a former Chicago Public Schools teacher, and a former Chicago Teachers Union member, having taught 4 years in a public school setting, 2 of those in Chicago.
Episode 6 - Mad Unicorns Are Damn Tasty w/Sara Towle
This week Dion chats with Sarah Towle, owner of the local jam company Mad Unicorn Eats! Dion met Sara in the concession line at Riot Fest.
Episode 5 - Started From The Bottom, Now We're...Where?
This week I chat with classical vocalist, born and bred Chicagoan and all around ray of Sunshine Beena David. Beena stopped by and we talked about a range of topics, from being a classical singer, to the keys to a healthy and happy marriage.
Episode 4 - Becoming A Rockstar w/Lance Ayers
This episode I chat with multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and vocalist Lance Ayers to talk growing up Chicago, as well as the evolution of his music career. Lance is the lead vocalist and songwriter for the Chicago Band The Circle View.
Episode 3 - Riot Fest 2019 Recap From Both Sides Of The Bar
This week I chat with musician and summertime bartender Jessica Lipon (@jessicalipon) to recap Riot Fest 2019. We compare experiences and chop it up about bands and the overall Riot Fest experience.
Episode 2 - All Politics, All Day with Sam Adeleke
This week I chat with Obama Foundation Civic Leadership Corps fellow, activist, and entrepreneur Oluwaseyi Sam Adeleke
Introduction!
In this short intro, I give you a little bit of the lowdown on me, and on what you're going to hear from future episodes of OTBP! Give it a listen!