After spending a year writing my book, Secret Chicago, it’s been fun to finally share the book with readers and hear their feedback. Last Saturday, Mike Stephen of WGN’s Outside the Loop Radio podcast invited me on the show.
Outside the Loop Radio covers topics that don’t always get attention in the media, featuring interviews with Chicago newsmakers artists, and more. Mike often talks about exploring Chicago’s hidden gems on the show, so I was excited to join him. We chatted about some of Chicago’s secret and unusual spots and why we feel exploring the city is important.
Listen here: OTL #599: Loyola University strike, Secret Chicago, Chi Teen Lit Fest preview
This week Mike Stephen reveals his debut on the local podcast Improvised Star Trek, dives into the contract negotiations between the Non-Tenured-Track (NTT) faculty and Loyola University Chicago, chats with local author Jessica Mlinaric about her new book Secret Chicago, and previews the Chicago Public Library’s ChiTeenLitFest. Local music for #OTL599 is powered by Melody Angel.
For more secret spots in Chicago, you can order the book online now! Thanks to Mike for having me on the show!
Jessica Mlinaric founded Urban Explorer in 2010 to inspire curious travelers by highlighting history, culture, and hidden gems in Chicago and beyond. She is the author of ‘Secret Chicago’ and ‘Chicago Scavenger.’ Jessica has visited 20+ countries and 30+ U.S. states. She has more than 16 years of experience as a marketing strategist and works as a freelance writer and photographer.
