As the South Side breaks free of a long pandemic, we ask if you are now sick of the people in your own home. We also get a great story about a famous pair of Chicago Bears that used to frequent Rosangela's in Evergreen Park, and we get a story of beer curing bullpen woes from former White Sox pitcher Donn Pall. Plus we have a list of news and events from Beverly to Palos, Hometown to Blue Island, and everywhere in-between! Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of ...
May 27, 2021•30 min
From coaching t-ball to dealing with your annoying bank, southsiders need to be warriors. Meanwhile the principal of Marion Catholic High School in Chicago Heights deals with warriors in his spare time. Steve Tortorello of Warrior Wrestling talks about this summer's Stadium Series. Plus, we head to Evergreen Park for the opening of their Farmer's Market at 89th & Kedzie. We have events and news from Alsip, Blue Island, Merrionette Park, Palos, Crestwood, and Oak Forest just to name a few! Re...
May 20, 2021•31 min
Nicholas Cage found a National Treasure in that one movie. We found a south side brewery that launched in a pandemic, and it is thriving on Harlem Avenue in Chicago Ridge. Dare you to find it on the first try! A trip to One Allegiance Brewing brings fun conversation and everything happening al over the south side right now. Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago. Pull up a stool and have a drink with Chris, Bill, Mike, and a cast of Southsiders! We've go...
May 13, 2021•31 min
One day you are learning how to drive on the south side, and then you are teaching your kid. The guys talk about adulting, and classic movies that may or may not hold up now. We also take a trip to Evil Horse Brewing Company for their 5th Anniversary Celebration, and announce our "Best Taco On The South Side!" Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago. Pull up a stool and have a drink with Chris, Bill, Mike, and a cast of Southsiders! We've got local news, ...
May 06, 2021•31 min
Evergreen Park Football Coach Jerry Verde shares what it was like for south side high schools playing Spring Football this year. We take a visit to the Blue Island Beer Company patio. One of the guys deals with a cooped-up, stressed-out teenager after he broke an entertainment center. Plus, we meet a guy trying to promote his wife's new "boho chic" women's clothing store new to the South Side. Share this show on social media and you could win $100! Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a base...
Apr 29, 2021•32 min
The gang takes a trip to Blue Island to explore the Rock Island Public House. With 20 pinball machines, a rotation of local craft beers and a drive-in movie theater, this place had everything! Plus, the owners of Butter Upon Bacon explain why their unique gourmet restaurant is a perfect partner with RIPH. Remember that one lucky listener is going to win $100...and it could be YOU! Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago. Pull up a stool and have a drink w...
Apr 22, 2021•31 min
Do you want to win $100? We have the easy way to do it with our brand new listener contest. From an all-new sandwich shop franchise on the south side, to the unveiling of this summer's new neighborhood beer, we cover it all in thirty minutes! Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago. Pull up a stool and have a drink with Chris, Bill, Mike, Hannah and a cast of Southsiders! We've got local news, plus weekend live music and entertainment to tell you about. C...
Apr 15, 2021•30 min
There's a brewery in Morgan Park that has hot peppers in their beer. There's a brewery in Blue Island celebrating a 6-year anniversary with free live music. There's a way for areas like Alsip, Evergreen Park and Orland Park to do bulk spring cleaning. There's multiple concerts in Merrionette Park. There's summer events just announced in Palos Park. There's so MUCH going on! We cover it all in 30 minutes! Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago. Pull up a ...
Apr 08, 2021•31 min
This week we visit Palos' Children's Farm At The Center along Southwest Highway as they kick off their Spring season. Plus, we sit down with a 40-year tradition in Crestwood known as Louisa's Pizza and Pasta. As local elections approach, Chris explains why the Evergreen Park Mayoral Race is getting a little crazy. Oh, and listen to the "Dumbest Thing You'll Hear All Week!" Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago. Pull up a stool and have a drink with Chri...
Mar 31, 2021•35 min
Sometimes you just need a laugh, a trip to the movies, local voting information or a cold beer. Welp, we got it all in just 30 minutes! Local kid turned Hollywood Insider - Ben Belton - tells you what you'll be watching at the movies soon. Lorraine Swanson of The Patch talks about south suburban political fireworks! Pour a beer that debuts on this show from Open Outcry Brewing and take a load off. Don't miss an episode with Chris, Bill, Hannah, Mike and a cast of Southsiders! Call us at 708-459-...
Mar 25, 2021•32 min
This week we visit Thornton Distilling Company as they re-open their historic bar, and sample some craft spirits. Celebrate 100 years of the Chicago Stockyard Kilty Band while they drink and play bagpipes at our bar. The search for the Best Taco on the South Side continues at Mario's Tacos in Blue Island. Plus, one of the guys discovers the downside of creating a home carnival for his young daughters. Don't miss an episode with Chris, Bill, Hannah, Mike and a cast of Southsiders! Call us at 708-...
Mar 17, 2021•31 min
This week we take a trip to Midlothian as part of our search for the best taco on the south side. What will Los Sarapes bring to the table? We have a drink and talk beer fads with Flossmoor Station Brewery. Plus, for Grinderz Training Academy it is more about the kids than making a profit. Check out an inexpensive place for your kids to improve at their sport! Chris also tells the dark story around his greatest bowling moment. Don't miss an episode with Chris, Bill, Hannah, Mike and a cast of So...
Mar 04, 2021•33 min
Kids have had a rough year on the south side. This week we talk with Sonny Hall, who helped bring Chicago Crusaders Football to local kids this spring after their regular football seasons were cancelled. Big Brothers Big Sisters is also working hard on the south side! Plus, the definitive answer to if there will be a South Side Irish Parade and what will be happening this year to celebrate from Co-Chairman Tim McSweeney. Don't miss an episode with Chris, Bill, Hannah, Mike and a cast of Southsid...
Feb 18, 2021•33 min
This week we head to Palos Heights and Westgate Music School, where local kids from grade school to high school are taking Rock Band Classes in addition to normal music instruction. And our resident south side priest, Navy-Marine Chaplain Father Paul Guzman, stops by the basement bar to make manhattans and talk Israeli weaponry. (Because he's a little nuts.) Don't miss an episode with Chris, Bill, Hannah, Mike and a cast of Southsiders! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message! Subscr...
Feb 11, 2021•30 min
After Alan Cromwell of Blue Island Beer Company visits our 9-foot homemade oak bar, we explore Blue Island's best spots with a new game show! Plus, former White Sox pitcher and south side native Donn Pall explains what it was like having the nickname "The Pope". Don't miss an episode with Chris, Bill, Hannah, Mike and a cast of Southsiders! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message! Subscribe today anywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com! #30MinutesOfGood #ForSout...
Feb 04, 2021•30 min
Crack open a beer with Open Outcry Brewing as we take a trip to discover a world of hot dogs at America's Dog & Burger. Meanwhile our local doctor tells you who should, and who shouldn't, get the COVID-19 vaccine right now. The South Side deals with a pandemic differently than anyone else. And...it's the right way. Don't miss an episode with Chris, Bill, Hannah, Mike and a cast of Southsiders! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message! Subscribe today anywhere podcasts can be found...
Jan 28, 2021•31 min
The South Side of Chicago has a lot to offer. To the world of Women's Hockey, we boast Abbey Murphy. She brings her gold medal to our 9-foot homemade oak bar. Hear from new brewery Casa Humilde, as well as new addition to the area Cousins Subs. Don't miss an episode with Chris, Bill, Mike, Hannah and a cast of southsiders! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message! Subscribe today anywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com! #30MinutesOfGood #ForSouthsidersBySouthside...
Jan 21, 2021•33 min
Finding a place that to eat with a functioning bar is a little tricky these days, but Bill went on a quest. We visit Porter Cullens, One Trick Pony Brewery and a south side Farmer's Market. Then, we discover The Crab Wars of Western Avenue. Don't miss an episode with Chris, Bill, Mike, Hannah and a cast of southsiders! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message! Subscribe today anywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com! #30MinutesOfGood #ForSouthsidersBySouthsiders...
Jan 21, 2021•34 min
MLB Network's Stephen Nelson previews the White Sox. Mother McAuley High School checks in with their current student plan, plus their hopes for near future. We also visit Imperial Oak Brewing in Willow Springs. Unfortunately, though, we're out of ice. Don't miss an episode with Chris, Bill, Mike, Hannah and a cast of southsiders! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message! Subscribe today anywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com! #30MinutesOfGood #ForSouthsidersBySo...
Jan 21, 2021•32 min
South Side Pod visits with local author and American Hero, Eric Herrera. Find out about his new book that details the multiple times he was blown-up for his country. We also visit Evil Horse Brewing, plus ThiThi's Restaurant for some Thai cuisine and martinis. Don't miss an episode with Chris, Bill, Mike, Hannah and a cast of southsiders! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message! Subscribe today anywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com! #30MinutesOfGood #ForSouths...
Jan 21, 2021•32 min
We visit with a local musician who plays from Bridgeport to Blue Island, Joe Rian. We take a trip to a Rabid Brewing in Homewood. And we get the story of Durbin's while taking a break in Evergreen Park. Don't miss an episode! Subscribe today anywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com! #30MinutesOfGood
Jan 15, 2021•32 min
