
Hyperlocal Chicago podcast hosted by long-running local media personality James VanOsdol. Guests include musicians, restaurateurs, brewers, authors, actors and interesting persons of note. More often than not, the interviews happen in James's car.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 1084 | Founded | 12 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Performing ArtsArtsMusic | |||

On a sweltering 90-degree summer day, Deanna Belos of Sincere Engineer joins James VanOsdol in the car for episode 1128 of Car Con Carne. To beat the heat, they enjoy ice cream from Rainbow Cone while diving into the new Sincere Engineer album, Proba... more
In this episode of Car Con Carne, James VanOsdol catches up with Chicago comic artist and musician Dan Dougherty at Hamburger Heaven in Elmhurst to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Dougherty's award-winning comic series, Beardo. Dan looks back on th... more
When Clark Vogeler joined the Toadies in 1996, there was no way to imagine the band would still be going, selling out rooms across North America. Thirty years later, the veteran guitarist finds himself navigating a beautifully unpredictable landscape... more
Zeb and Ray from the fantastic North Carolina band Bask join me for this episode as we chat on the back patio of Livewire Lounge in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood.
Bask released their epic, genre-defying album The Turning last year, blending eleme... more
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This show centers on Chicago's local culture, especially its vibrant music scene, immersive live productions, and regional food storytelling. Interviews often occur in a car, blending intimate conversation with on-the-ground context about venues, tours, and the city's creative ecosystem. Listeners get a front-row seat to emerging bands, legendary venues, and local culinary history, with episodes frequently weaving in the DIY ethos, artist collaborations, and community-focused initiatives that shape Chicago's arts landscape. A standout is the conversational, neighborhood-flavored approach that pairs entertainment with practical insights for musicians, venue operators, and brand partners exploring regional storytelling and experiential market... more
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