Episodes

We catch up with John Brand and Open Outcry Brewing at Evergreen Park's Oktoberfest to talk about two seasonal offerings they were pouring. Stephen Nelson of MLB Network and NHL Network tells us about his new role with the Chicago …

This week we break the Facebook algorithm because the South Side has too much going on to be wasting time online. Meet a first time Chicago Marathon runner who will drink craft beer with anyone who decides to train with …

This week we travel to Blue Island and the Double Play Saloon to learn about this year's upcoming "Putts and Pints" event that combines mini-golf with a bar crawl for a great cause. We're also in Lemont for Pollyanna Brewing …

This episode kicks off with a rundown of different Oktoberfest events from Lemont to Blue Island to Evergreen Park. Then we talk with one of two south side moms who started a supply drive for homeless veterans. Later we visit …

We sit down with a Knights of Columbus chapter in their Mount Greenwood clubhouse to talk about an upcoming annual charity drive involving every chapter on the South Side. A big Rib Festival returns this year with great bands, great …

Do you like beer? Do you like running? Would you run for beer? We talk with Kelly Devine Rickert, who is throwing an upcoming "Run To Pub" event including three south side breweries. Speaking of breweries, we travel to Open …

The professionals and aspiring amateurs all gather at one south side location when it is time to toss some bags. We visit the cornhole capital that is Davern's Tavern in Justice. Meanwhile the guys get into a musical argument after …

This week we learn about a quirky new South Side event that involves typewriters and (possibly) Tom Hanks. Chris takes a trip to Cork & Kerry At The Park for some fun with White Sox fans. Plus, a comedian priest …

'Tis the season to go to anything from a large summer concert festival to a local live music performance. The guys share stories, give solid advice and have some fun wondering if Limp Bizkit can be harmful to your health. …

A big south side carnival that was previously cancelled is suddenly happening all weekend long. We have festivals, carnivals, fireworks & free live music from Lemont to Blue Island to Evergreen Park and in-between! This week we get a carnival …

We take a trip to Rabid Brewing in Homewood to explore possibly the most unique brewery you'll ever visit. Is it the art? Is it the vibe? Is it the way they make their beer? Plus, when a south sider …

The tradition that is the Papa Hops 16" Softball Tournament is this weekend. Tommy and Liam Hopkins belly up to our bar to talk about the incredible event! Thirty-two teams will play for one title in a single evening to …

It's that magical time of the year when the South Side starts blowing things up! (And it normally lasts a full month, unfortunately.) We have some fun events and live music for you this weekend. We also take a trip …

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 …

The South Side is open and ready for business. Local villages have all kinds of big events for you to enjoy. We visit with representatives from Palos Heights and Tinley Park this week about concerts, parades, musical park benches and …

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 …

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 abo...

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! …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …