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Car Con Carne

James VanOsdol
Chicago
Music Industry
1980s Music
The Cost Of Living
Bronze
The Hideout
Psychfest
Beer Nuts
Music
The Jesus Lizard
Chicago Music Scene
Pizza
David Singer
Rack
Liar's Club
Malört
Fundraising
Sara Jean Stevens
Mixtapes
White Rabbit Object

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.

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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

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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

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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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Recent Guests

Rob Jibson
Founder and Creative Director of So Midwest
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Episode: Elevating concerts to next-level experiential moments: Robb Jibson (So Midwest) - Episode 1121
Andrés Cepeda
Colombian icon and Latin Grammy–winning musician
Self / Cepeda music project
Episode: Colombian music icon Andrés Cepeda starts his US tour in Chicago (Episode 1120)
Sean Mulroney
Owner of Double Door (past) and Operator of Gallery Cabaret
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Episode: Sean Mulroney on the future of Double Door and Gallery Cabaret (Episode 1118)
Dave Merriman
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Episode: The Arrivals chat about their first album in 15 years, Payload (Episode 1117)
Ronnie DiCola
Member of The Arrivals
The Arrivals
Episode: The Arrivals chat about their first album in 15 years, Payload (Episode 1117)
Ron Romero
CEO and founder of the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66
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Episode: Inside the Illinois Rock & Roll Museum on Route 66 (Episode 1115)
Martin Atkins
Ex-PiL drummer and artist behind Pigface
Public Image Ltd, Pigface, Killing Joke
Episode: Recreating PiL’s ‘The Flowers of Romance’ live w/ Martin Atkins (ex-PiL drummer) (Episode 1114)
Cat Ayala
Frontperson of Scarlet Demore
Scarlet Demore
Episode: Finding community and catharsis: Cat Ayala of Scarlet Demore (Episode 1113)
Josh Chicoine
Cult Canyon frontman and producer
Cult Canyon
Episode: The DIY evolution: Cult Canyon’s Josh Chicoine on the making of ‘Smoke Tricks’ (Episode 1112)

Host

James VanOsdol
Host with long-running tie to Chicago's local media scene; conducts car-based interviews across arts, music, and culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 56 ratings
  • Fun and lively podcast with great guests like Tom Higgenson of TLB. He has an independent record label Humans Were Here. Listen to find out what this guy is up to next.

    Audible
    5
    jack_ralston
    United States4 years ago
  • Fun

    Fun and lively podcast with great guests like Tom Higgenson of TLB. He has an independent record label Humans Were Here. Listen to find out what this guy is up to next.

    Audible
    5
    jack_ralston
    United States4 years ago
  • A must listen

    Car Con Carne is a fun and lively podcast with guests like Tom Higgenson of TLB. He has an independent record label, Humans Were Here. Listen to find out what is next for this busy guy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jack_ralston
    United States4 years ago
  • Fun and lively podcast with great guests like Tom Higgenson of TLB. He has an independent record label Humans Were Here. Listen to find out what is next for this busy guy.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    jack_ralston
    4 years ago
  • Such an amazing Podcast! The episode with Tom Higgenson (Million Miler) is spectacular. Loved hearing about the Christmas extravaganza he did with artists from his label, Humans Were Here.

    Audible
    5
    Alex h
    United States4 years ago

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Audience notes the mix of culture and commerce, with strong community ties and practical takeaways for branding and events.
The in-car interview format is highlighted as a unique, approachable way to hear guests' stories.
Listeners praise the show's authentic, Chicago-centered flavor and energy.
Guests consistently lauded for bringing depth on local scenes and production insights.

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LATTER: Equal Parts Art Project and Band (Episode 1111)
Q: How did you two find each other creatively?
Meredith and Jon recount a largely serendipitous meeting through mutual friends and a casual Instagram post, which eventually clicked into a cohesive collaboration that blended their different backgrounds and influences.
LATTER: Equal Parts Art Project and Band (Episode 1111)
Q: What's got you mad lately?
Jon and Meredith mention broad concerns about the state of the world and everyday life, framing their writing as a reaction to contemporary tensions rather than a direct political message, while emphasizing the band's emotional drive as a primary fuel for the songs.
The world's best 'soft punk gestalt rock' band is back: Man's Body (Episode 1116)
Q: What was the process like for creating the new record with all five guys together?
We moved from a traditional two-person songwriting model to a collaborative writing and arranging process where everyone contributed to the music, with the lyrics by one member, leading to a more democratic and varied sound.
The world's best 'soft punk gestalt rock' band is back: Man's Body (Episode 1116)
Q: How often are you seeing each other in person and touring?
We get together a few times a year, do some regional Midwest touring, and occasionally travel for shows and recording sessions, with a recent focus on developing the new EP with a stable lineup.
Introducing Afrofuturistics (Episode 1046)
Q: So when you go into a studio, how do you determine what the definitive version of those songs is when you lay them down?
They rely on whatever is popping the most during their live performances to guide their studio recordings.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Car Con Carne

What is Car Con Carne about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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Recent guests on Car Con Carne include:

1. Rob Jibson
2. Andrés Cepeda
3. Sean Mulroney
4. Dave Merriman
5. Ronnie DiCola
6. Ron Romero
7. Martin Atkins
8. Cat Ayala

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