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I made a name for myself in Chicago media (WKQX, WGN, WLUP, WXRT) and a career for myself in the digital and marketing spaces. On the journalism/broadcasting front, I've earned multiple Lisagor awards in Chicago, as well as a national Edward R. Murrow award. As a podcaster, my long-running "Car Con Carne" podcast was named "Best Music Podcast, 2022" and "Best Music Podcast, 2023" by the Chicago Reader.
On another special Halloween-centric episode we enlist our ol' pal —and host and creator of the CAR CON CARNE podcast— James VanOsdol to help us with a “What's The Best?!?” featuring our favorite movie monsters, psychos, and villains (oh, my!). PLUS!: Gabe Rodriguez's TV Corner.
After the guys float a theory about how to solve murders, the question becomes if anyone would benefit from a podcaster's demise. Chicago radio vet and podcaster James VanOsdol returns to assist podcasters everywhere and give his take on the state of local radio in "30 Minutes of Good!" Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago. Let's talk food, drink, concerts, events and local news. Pull up a stool and have a drink with Chris, Bill, Mike, and a cast of Southsiders! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message anytime! Subscribe today everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com!
EPISODE SUMMARY: Tim Richards is a programmer with experience at Mix in Boston, Q101 in Chicago, KMLE in Phoenix, and more. Richards shares tales from decades in radio including developing talent such as Mojo in the Morning, Mancow, Johnjay and Rich, and R Dub!, as Tim and Chachi sit down for a chat! On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Tim Richards about:Growing up in the Chicago suburbs and deciding at an early age to go into radioMaking amazing connections at Columbia College and beyond and how he and his friends continued to help each other throughout their careersHis early gigs and the slip-up that could have cost him his careerHow mentors such as Greg Strassel taught him the importance of chemistry and bulding great culturesGetting thrown into the major market of Chicago fairly early in his career and the ups and downs of working in his hometownThe 5 questions he asks before hiring talentHelping to promote Mojo in the Morning and Johnjay and Rich into massively popular showsCountry radio's great community and fulfilling a lifelong dream by PDing a country station with KMLEStarting the Smith Richards collective to assemble the best minds in programming and the tragic loss of his friend and partner, Steve SmithAnd more!ABOUT THIS EPISODE'S GUEST: Tim Richards is a senior level broadcast executive specializing in talent coaching and development, building winning station brands and leading great talent to ratings and revenue success. He's a “connector” with an innate ability to identify and nurture talent on air and off. He's worked with some of the biggest personalities in the industry, including, Mojo in the Morning, Mancow, Johnjay & Rich and The Morning Mess, as well as some of the biggest station brands, including Mix in Boston, Q101, Chicago, WKQI, Detroit, KALV, KZZP & KMLE in Phoenix and many more. He's a strategist with an excellent grasp of PPM ratings methodology and winning tactics. Tim has been driven to succeed throughout his career. He received his bachelor's degree from Columbia College, Chicago where he graduated with honors at the age of 20.ABOUT THE PODCAST: Chachi Loves Everybody is brought to you by Benztown and hosted by the President of Benztown, Dave “Chachi” Denes. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the myths and legends of the radio industry.PEOPLE MENTIONED: R Dub!, Johnny Fever and Andy Travis, Bob Pittman, Stephen Gary, Kevin Mathews, Jonathan Brandmeier, Bart Shore, Mickey Milner, Gary Spears, Tom Carballo (Mojo in the Morning), Jim Lawson, Jeff Kapugi, Mark Todd, John Peake, Greg Strassel, Ken Benson, Jhani Kaye, Guy Zapoleon, Leanna Callahan, Fred Rico, Tom Poleman, Steve Schram, Dick Purtan, Nikki Chuminatto, Rick Cummings, Mancow, James VanOsdol, Steve Smith, Elliot Segal, Johnjay and Rich, Debbie Wagner, Mark Medina, Alan Sledge, Susan Karis, Tom Schurr, Jeff England, Ryan SimsABOUT BENZTOWN: Benztown is a leading international audio imaging, production library, voiceover, programming, podcasting, and jingle production company with over 3,000 affiliations on six different continents. Benztown provides audio brands and radio stations of all formats with end-to-end imaging and production, making high-quality sound and world-class audio branding a reality for radio stations of all market sizes and budgets. Benztown was named to the prestigious Inc. 5000 by Inc. magazine for five consecutive years as one of America's Fastest-Growing Privately Held Companies. With studios in Los Angeles, New York, London and Stuttgart, Benztown offers the highest quality audio imaging work parts for 23 libraries across 14 music and spoken word formats including AC, Hot AC, CHR, Country, Hip Hop and R&B, Rhythmic, Classic Hits, Rock, News/Talk, Sports, and JACK. Benztown provides custom VO and imaging across all formats, including commercial VO and copywriting in partnership with Yamanair Creative. Benztown Radio Networks produces, markets, and distributes high-quality programming and services to radio stations around the world, including: The Rick Dees Weekly Top 40 Countdown, The Daily Dees Show, The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, Hot Mix, Sunday Night Slow Jams with R Dub!, Flashback, Top 10 Now, AudioLogger, Audio Architecture, Radio Merch Shop, The Rooster Show Prep, AmeriCountry, and Benztown Swag Bank. Benztown + McVay Media Podcast Networks produces and markets premium podcasts including: The Making of: A National Geographic Podcast, Run It Again, Hot Chicken and Cage-Free Conversation with Byron Kennedy, and Edelman Financial Engines' Everyday Wealth.Web: benztown.comFacebook: facebook.com/benztownradioTwitter: @benztownradioLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/benztownInstagram: instagram.com/benztownradio
Life is busy. Sometimes you miss something you shouldn't have missed. We here at South Side Pod are giving you a second chance. Find out what we mean in a special "30 Minutes of Good" that includes German beer tasting at Hailstorm Brewing before their weekend Oktoberfest. (We will be there and also in Lemont at the Pollyanna Brewing Oktoberfest!) Former Q101'er James VanOsdol complains that we never invite him over. We also have a fair amount of laughs with a look at this weekend on the South Side! Brought to you by Tom Walsh, Edward Jones Financial Advisor! Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago. Let's talk food, drink, concerts, events and local news. Pull up a stool and have a drink with Chris, Bill, Mike, and a cast of Southsiders! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message anytime! Subscribe today everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com!
James VanOsdol joins Garry on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE for Friday, August 19, 2022. Over the past few decades you may have heard him on various spots along the Chicagoland radio dial, or caught his long-running podcast, Car Con Carne, “The World's Only Food Podcast Recorded in a Car.”
This week's guest, and the final guest before the show goes on hiatus for the summer, is former radio host and current host of the podcast Car Con Carne, James VanOsdol. Podcasting since the early days, and hosting Car Con Carne for eight years, James and Andy commiserate about life behind a mic, and what's special about the Chicago music scene.For more information about AUX Populi's hiatus, see Andy's monologue at the top of the episode. Have a good summer, everyone!James VanOsdol | Car Con Carnehttps://www.instagram.com/carconcarne/https://www.facebook.com/carconcarnehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKKBPBQKTRjg3DsVYVbK56w/https://carconcarne.com/AUX Populi | Andy Kinghttps://www.auxchicago.com/auxpopulihttps://www.auxchicago.com/https://www.instagram.com/AUXPopuliPod/https://www.instagram.com/auxchicagoandy/Theme by Kevin MacLeodLogo by Baitul Javid
Chicago radio mainstay James VanOsdol has gone full-time podcaster, and now he is trying to grow the community in the Chicago area. He stops by South Side Pod with plans for a Chicago Podcast Day event on May 21st. We'll also get his thoughts on the return of his former radio station Q101. Can the puddles in BLUE ISLAND harm you? Is the PALOS HEIGHTS Farmer's Market back? Are you supposed to tip now at Wendys? We have answers plus "30 Minutes of Good" from all over the South Side right here! Recorded at a 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago. Let's talk food, drink, concerts, events and local news. Pull up a stool and have a drink with Chris, Bill, Mike, and a cast of Southsiders! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message anytime! Subscribe today everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com!
If you know Chicago radio, then you know our latest guest. We chat about his love of music, the best ways to eat while interviewing, and HOLY CRAP HE INTERVIEWED TIFFANY!
Chicago radio legend James VanOsdol loves South Side Pod so much he wants to press it to vinyl. Listen as he explains the concept behind Phonation and how you can launch this incredible project. Meanwhile we introduce him to the greatest pool on the south side, located in a Jewel parking lot in Alsip! Hear about a strong beer now available at a south side brewery, and get all of the latest local events & news! 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, plus weekend live music and entertainment to tell you about. Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message anytime! Subscribe today everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com! #30MinutesOfGood #WeAreSouthSide
Expletives, accusations and soggy wedding invitations. Emotions are running hot at the start of this episode of The LIFERS Podcast. But never fear, the Zen-like James VanOsdol is on hand to lend his calming influence. James has been a constant fixture on the Chicago media landscape since his tenure at Q101 during the alternative boom of the 90s. A lifer and a survivor, he's put in time (up and down the dial) at some of the city's most venerable rock stations, written books about the local music scene, and was an early podcasting adaptor with his stellar interview (and food) show CAR CON CARNE (and in the process, becoming a bit of a guru to us). We talk to James about the supposed death of radio, why he thinks editing is a waste of time, Waukegan, and his new project: A compilation of podcasts on vinyl called Phonation (and, hey — we're on it! So check out James' kickstarter). Also, there's plenty of dog action and Jason Bateman comes up (much to Gabe's delight). Phonation Kickstarter Campaign: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jamesvanosdol/phonation-a-chicago-podcast-compilation-on-vinyl Car Con Carne: http://carconcarne.com/ Local H Tour Dates: www.localh.com/tour.html LIFERS Podcast Mug: www.gandprecords.com/store/p180/The…offee_Mug.html 70 Movies We Saw in the 70s Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/ben-reiser-605654396 Companion Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/73wmSDmcDRmXhPRru9t3Uq?si=ec90cff314554835
From Ramones to Machine Gun Kelly, James VanOsdol and Jon Manley dive into the history of pop punk. Joining in the chat, and adding first-hand knowledge (and credibility) is Tom Higgenson of Plain White Ts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rise Against frontman Tim McIlrath joins hosts James VanOsdol and Jon Manley for the inaugural episode of the History of Alternative. They discuss politics in music: What are some good examples of mixing social issues and song? How has Rise Against grown as a political band? From our home base of Chicago, we're going long with one of Chicago's most beloved bands. The History of Alternative podcast is sponsored by Wintrust.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Best decade ever for music? Maybe. It was definitely tough for Jon Manley and James VanOsdol to narrow down their 10 favorite albums from the 90s. They discuss and debate each other's picks in this unintentionally controversial episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees are in! Jon Manley and James VanOsdol talk about this year's class.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How has music changed through time? Do you like today's music or do you stay stuck in the past reminiscing about playing records and making mixed tapes? Who better to discuss this with than Rock Radio legend James VanOsdol. Sit back and take a journey through Music history and fond memories. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jill-urchak/message
Even in 2020, surely there are things to be thankful for. James VanOsdol and Jon Manley talk about what makes them grateful to be music fans in the Year of Our Eternal Dumpster Fire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tony is missing, as guest host Hot Doug Sohn takes over with guests James VanOsdol of WKQX/Car Con Carne, Jimmy “Mac” McInerney of Rebel Force Radio, Seth Davis, Comedian. That and so much MORE! Enjoy all 5 seasons of Lossano and Friends! Only on Vintage Lossano and Friends! [EpV30] The post Lossano and Friends – Nude Mom! appeared first on Radio Misfits.
COLD WAVES is proud to announce a Virtual Weekend of Activities, September 18-20, to be streamed @ twitch.tv/coldwaves2020 The Event is FREE To Attend, With Opportunities For Donations. Full Programming Details Coming Thursday September 10 As requested: The COLD WAVES “Lost Weekend” Compilation Album, featuring A Cover Of The Cure’s “Burn” By Stabbing Westward & Many Other Festival Alums, as a full album download + very limited CD pressing in line with past volumes, will be available starting September 17! Proceeds Will Benefit Metro Chicago Staff, Darkest Before Dawn, and other local charitable operations. The 3-day event will feature several hours of programming nightly starting at 7:00 pm CT and will include NEW exclusive content, rare and unseen live video performances, artist-driven auction items, special guest appearances, DJ sets and other surprises. Some of the performers scheduled to participate include Meat Beat Manifesto, The Young Gods, Chris Connelly, Ash Code, Severed Heads, Paul Barker and many more. The event is FREE to attend, with opportunities for fan donations and Cold Waves merchandise packages. Full details will be revealed Thursday September 10. For now, the virtual weekend activities will be organized as follows: Friday, September 18: Kick-Off Party Saturday, September 19: The Main Event Sunday, September 20: Closing Ceremonies For even more details, tune in to the “Car Con Carne” show with James VanOsdol on Thursday, September 10 at www.carconcarne.com for a live chat. In addition to special auctions and rare band merchandise for sale throughout the weekend, COLD WAVES will release an exclusive limited-edition compilation album with 15 tracks and remixes from festival alumni, including a cover of The Cure’s hit “Burn” (from The Crow soundtrack) by Stabbing Westward (courtesy of COP International). The album will have a limited CD pressing and will be available on the COLD WAVES website and the Cracknation Records Bandcamp page. Proceeds from all sales will be donated to a GoFundMe set up for the staff of Metro Chicago as well as the Darkest Before Dawn charity, providing support to the nightlife communities. A donation button will also be available throughout the streaming activities for those that wish to donate further.
James VanOsdol is the creator and host of the Car Con Carne podcast, and the host of Demo 312 on 101 WKQX in Chicago. James shared his experience at an Iron Maiden concert in the Chicago area in 2012 that took an incredibly disturbing turn. Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/ Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconrad What happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out! This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT” Available in print at Eckhartz PressEbook available on Amazon Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations
Sam Kanan and I, who starred in the cult classic "Bloody Skull," sit down with radio legend James VanOsdol to discuss the film 21 years later. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/abekanan/support
If you’re involved in the alternative rock scene in Chicago, there is a good chance you already know who James VanOsdol is or, have at least heard his name. Some know him as the host of the wonderful food and entertainment podcast, Car Con Carne. Others know James for being the host of local music […] The post Pop-Punk & Pizza #96: James VanOsdol appeared first on Bangarang Radio.
If you’re involved in the alternative rock scene in Chicago, there is a good chance you already know who James VanOsdol is or, have at least heard his name. Some know him as the host of the wonderful food and entertainment podcast, Car Con Carne. Others know James for being the host of local music […] The post Pop-Punk & Pizza #96: James VanOsdol appeared first on Bangarang Radio.
James VanOsdol tells us about his podcast “Car Con Carne.
This week Beatles expert Kit O’Toole talks The Beatles on Ed Sullivan, and James VanOsdol tells us about his podcast “Car Con Carne.” We learn about The Time Capsule Journal by author Taylor Leddin. Allen Kulbersh of Steve Foley Cadillac joins us to talk car buying, and we ask the question, Do Millennials buy cars? And New York Post entertainment critic Johnny Olesinski gives us his Oscar predictions.
Ep68 - Tony is missing, (kinda like this summary). Hot Doug Sohn guest hosts with guests James VanOsdol of WLUP/Rivet Radio, Jimmy MacInerney of Rebel Force Radio, Seth Davis, Comedian. That and more! The post Lossano and Friends! – 04/17/16 appeared first on Radio Misfits.
Holiday Gift Guide; The Sixth Gun; James VanOsdol; roller coaster ordering and hope for the future.
You hear his voice every week at the start and end of each Contest of Challengers episode. Now you get to hear James VanOsdol all the way through.
A 2-hour San Diego wrap up! What are the stories that impact Challengers the most? Also, cameos by James VanOsdol (thanks to his show on the Steve Dahl Network) and Tim Seeley (at the very, very end).
You, Me, Them, Everybody Live! from the Hungry Brain with James VanOsdol, Chuck Sudo, Dan Ronan and Good Evening I attended the Family Values tour. I am not proud of this. James VanOsdol is my favorite radio DJ and I think he had a good time. Success! Chuck Sudo, editor in chief of Chicagoist, brought […]