Always Andersonville: The Podcast

Episode 55 - The story of Dollop Diner with Chef Keith Kreuser

This week, Laura and Joelle are joined by Chef Keith Kreuser of Dollop Diner. Dollop features locally sourced, classic American fare, roasted coffee and espresso drinks as well as cocktails and beer. For homemade donuts and more, a little dollop will do ya in Andersonville at 5060 N. Clark.

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Episode 54 - The story of Prevent Chronic Pain Therapeutic Massage with Celia Bucci

This week, Laura and Sara are joined by Celia Bucci, Board Certified massage therapist and owner of Prevent Chronic Pain Therapeutic Massage. Massage therapy can reduce symptoms, improve daily activity, and help prevent aches, pains and stress from becoming chronic. Celia provides massage therapy for relaxation, stress relief, and rehab following injury, surgery and more at 5115 N. Ravenswood.

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Episode 53 - The story of Raven Theatre with Artistic Director Cody Estle and actor Reed Lancaster

This week, Laura and Joelle are joined by Raven Theatre’s Artistic Director, Cody Estle and YEN actor Reed Lancaster. Raven Theatre tells stories of today and the past that connect us to our cultural landscape. Its commitment to modern drama in all of its forms, as well as its first-class educational programming, have helped it remain a cultural cornerstone on the north side of Chicago for 35 years and counting. You can find Raven at 6157 N. Clark.

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Episode 52 - The story of Chabad Uptown with Rabbi Levi Notik

This week, Laure and Joelle are joined by Rabbi Levi Notik of Chabad Uptown. Guided by the idea that there should be a place whose doors are open to persons of all backgrounds and affiliations, Chabad employs an open approach to Jewish community life. There is no membership, allowing participants to partake in whatever programs and services suit their individual or family needs. Offers educational and social events for Jewish families and young professionals in the Uptown neighborhood, you can find them at 1109 W. Lawrence Avenue.

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Episode 51 - The story of Mr. Andersonville, Olin Eargle

This week, Laura and Sara are joined by Olin Eargle otherwise known as Mr. Andersonville. Olin, an @properties real estate agent, is ranked as one of Chicago's top brokers citywide and is celebrating 10 years in business this year. According to one testimonial, “he is a hustler and a veritable real estate surgeon.” Whether you’re a buyer or a seller, contact Olin for all your real estate needs.

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Episode 50 - The story of First Slice Pie Café with Executive Director Ann-Louise Haak

For our 50th Episode (can it be 50 already!?), Laura and Sara are joined by Ann-Louise Haak, Executive Director of First Slice Pie Café. First Slice is all about good food for good people, and as a nonprofit organization provides high quality meals to people living on the margins of society. Proceeds from purchases at each of their three locations on the northside of Chicago and one in Evanston, go toward providing healthful, farm-to-table meals to Chicagoans experiencing homelessness. You can find First Slice here in Andersonville at 5337 N Ashland.

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Episode 49 - The story of Bar Roma with co-owner Julia Zhu and Chef Fred Ramos

This week, Laura and Joelle are joined by co-owner Julia Zhu and Chef Fred Ramos of Bar Roma. Bar Roma specializes in house-made pastas, a variety of meatballs, and other Roman inspired dishes. They also feature a daily happy hour from 5-6:30PM which offers half-priced appetizers and meatballs. You can find this Zagat rated “Must Try” Italian restaurant at 5101 N Clark. And don’t miss Bar Roma’s $30, four-course dinner prix fixe as part of Andersonville Restaurant Week through March 3!

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Episode 48 - The story of Lady Gregory's and Octavio Cantina & Kitchen with Martin Cournane

This week Laura and Sara are joined by Martin Cournane of Munster Restaurant Group. Martin is the co-owner of Lady Gregory’s and Octavio Cantina & Kitchen in Andersonville, as well as LG’s Bar in Old Town and Wilde in Lakeview. Lady Gregory’s, an Irish Gastro Pub located at 5260 N. Clark, serves up a delicious menu and proudly boasts over 300 whiskeys.  Located just up the street at 5310 N. Clark, Octavio is a love letter to Mexico and serves modern Mexican food from the heart. Both Lady Gregoy's and Octavio are participating in the third annual Andersonville Restaurant Week, kicking off this Friday, February 22 through March 3. 

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Episode 47 - The story of Steep Theatre on location at the Boxcar

In honor of Chicago Theatre Week and the Year of Chicago Theatre, this week Laura and Joelle are joined by six members of Steep Theatre in their newly opened Boxcar venue. Steep is the quintessential storefront theatre and is committed to producing new and under-produced plays that tell the stories of ordinary people in extraordinary situations. Their current sold out production Red Rex is about a small theatre company embarking on an explosive new play with the hope of finally breaking it big and has already been named one of Chicago Tribune's top 10 Chicago shows for 2019. Located at 1115 W. Berwyn, you can find this intimate theatre just two doors down from the Berwyn El Station.

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Episode 46 - The story of Michael Frontier and Terry Opalek

This week, Laura is joined by Terry Opalek and Michael Frontier. Terry and Michael founded Terry’s Toffee in 2002 and sold the business in 2015. Currently they co-facilitate a variety of workshops using their many years of life and business experiences to help others connect with their place and purpose on this planet. Both Terry and Michael are also certified Reiki Masters.

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