Off The Beaten Podcast
150 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratingsJoin lifelong Chicagoan and caffeine fiend Dion McGill as he converses with the varied personalities that make Chicago an amazing city.
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#44 - NaPodPoMo: Episode 14 - La Villita (Little Village)
December 09, 2020 01:41 - 7 minutes - 6.1 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 14 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, I talk about one of my favorite neighborhoods in this city, La Villita aka Little Village. This is mile #12 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of 2020 to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. We didn't finish in November, but the party don't stop! Make sure you have your...
NaPodPoMo - Episode 13: McKinleyPark
December 08, 2020 01:20 - 5 minutes - 4.04 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 13 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, I talk about the McKinley Park neighborhood. This is mile #11 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of 2020 to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. We didn't finish in November, but the party don't stop! Make sure you have your phone handy as you listen, it will make things...
#43 - NaPodPoMo - Episode 13: McKinleyPark
December 08, 2020 01:20 - 5 minutes - 4.04 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 13 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, I talk about the McKinley Park neighborhood. This is mile #11 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of 2020 to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. We didn't finish in November, but the party don't stop! Make sure you have your phone handy as you listen, it will make things...
NaPodPoMo Episode12 - Back of the Yards
December 01, 2020 03:44 - 11 minutes - 8.82 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 12 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, I talk about the Back of the Yards neighborhood? How did it get that name? Let's talk about! This is mile #10 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of 2020 to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. We didn't finish in November, but the party don't stop! Make sure you have y...
#42 - NaPodPoMo Episode12 - Back of the Yards
December 01, 2020 03:44 - 11 minutes - 8.82 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 12 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, I talk about the Back of the Yards neighborhood? How did it get that name? Let's talk about! This is mile #10 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of 2020 to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. We didn't finish in November, but the party don't stop! Make sure you have y...
NaPodPoMo Episode 11 - The Fire Museum of Greater Chicago
November 19, 2020 02:54 - 9 minutes - 7.73 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 11 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, I briefly talk about the Fire Museum of Greater Chicago. Have you ever been there? This is mile #9 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of November to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. We will be dropping 30 episodes during the month of November! Make sure you have your ...
#41 - NaPodPoMo Episode 11 - The Fire Museum of Greater Chicago
November 19, 2020 02:54 - 9 minutes - 7.73 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 11 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, I briefly talk about the Fire Museum of Greater Chicago. Have you ever been there? This is mile #9 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of November to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. We will be dropping 30 episodes during the month of November! Make sure you have your ...
NaPodPoMo: Episode 10 - Gage Park
November 17, 2020 04:41 - 13 minutes - 11 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 10 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, we explore Gage Park. We also talk Chicago Bungalows and Chicago Gangs. How do we cover so much ground in one mile? Listen to find out. This is mile #8 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of November to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. We will be dropping 30 episodes d...
#40 - NaPodPoMo: Episode 10 - Gage Park
November 17, 2020 04:41 - 13 minutes - 11 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 10 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, we explore Gage Park. We also talk Chicago Bungalows and Chicago Gangs. How do we cover so much ground in one mile? Listen to find out. This is mile #8 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of November to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. We will be dropping 30 episodes d...
#39 - NaPodPoMo: Episode 9 - The Dividing Line
November 15, 2020 22:35 - 11 minutes - 9.03 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 9 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, we explore three Chicago neighborhoods; Englewood, Chicago Lawn, and Marquette Park, which has a long history of racial strife here in Chicago. Did you know that the National Socialist Party of America, aka, The Nazi Party, had a headquarters in Marquette Park? Well, let's explore! This is mile #7 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We...
NaPodPoMo: Episode 9 - The Dividing Line
November 15, 2020 22:35 - 11 minutes - 9.03 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 9 of NaPodPoMo 2020. On this mile of our journey, we explore three Chicago neighborhoods; Englewood, Chicago Lawn, and Marquette Park, which has a long history of racial strife here in Chicago. Did you know that the National Socialist Party of America, aka, The Nazi Party, had a headquarters in Marquette Park? Well, let's explore! This is mile #7 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We...
NaPodPoMo: Episode 8 - Ashburn & Harold's Chicken
November 10, 2020 00:20 - 13 minutes - 10.6 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 8 of NaPodPoMo 2020. Man, we had such an amazing night last night, we had to take a break from posting. No worries, we still have full confidence that we will hit our NaPodPoMo goal of 30 episodes in 30 days, we just gotta double up. In this mile of Western Avenue, we start to see the car dealerships pile up, and we encounter a Chicago staple: Harold's Chicken Shack! Learn about Harold's, as well as the neighborhood of Ashburn in this episode! This is mile #...
#38 - NaPodPoMo: Episode 8 - Ashburn & Harold's Chicken
November 10, 2020 00:20 - 13 minutes - 10.6 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 8 of NaPodPoMo 2020. Man, we had such an amazing night last night, we had to take a break from posting. No worries, we still have full confidence that we will hit our NaPodPoMo goal of 30 episodes in 30 days, we just gotta double up. In this mile of Western Avenue, we start to see the car dealerships pile up, and we encounter a Chicago staple: Harold's Chicken Shack! Learn about Harold's, as well as the neighborhood of Ashburn in this episode! This is mile #...
NapodPoMo: Episode 7 - We have a new President Elect!
November 08, 2020 03:51 - 10 minutes - 8.16 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 7 of NaPodPoMo 2020. So we had to stop and breathe for a moment. If you're like me, you're processing a lot right now. Today we all received news that we have a new President and VP President elect of the United States. History was made this election. Kamala Harris will be the first Black Asian Female Vice President in American History. More people also voted in this election than in any election before. We will continue our journey together tomorrow, but ...
#37 - NapodPoMo: Episode 7 - We have a new President Elect!
November 08, 2020 03:51 - 10 minutes - 8.16 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 7 of NaPodPoMo 2020. So we had to stop and breathe for a moment. If you're like me, you're processing a lot right now. Today we all received news that we have a new President and VP President elect of the United States. History was made this election. Kamala Harris will be the first Black Asian Female Vice President in American History. More people also voted in this election than in any election before. We will continue our journey together tomorrow, but ...
#36 - NaPodPoMo: Episode 6 - Dan Ryan Woods
November 07, 2020 06:31 - 10 minutes - 8.85 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 6 of NaPodPoMo 2020. We're surrounded by all of these beautiful trees, so we might as well take a little sojourn and talk about why there is basically a small forest in the middle of the city. We'll also be talking about a cool event that starts here every year in December for the holiday season! This is mile #5 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of November to ...
NaPodPoMo: Episode 6 - Dan Ryan Woods
November 07, 2020 06:31 - 10 minutes - 8.85 MBHey Everyone! It's Episode 6 of NaPodPoMo 2020. We're surrounded by all of these beautiful trees, so we might as well take a little sojourn and talk about why there is basically a small forest in the middle of the city. We'll also be talking about a cool event that starts here every year in December for the holiday season! This is mile #5 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of November to ...
#35 - NaPodPoMO: Episode 5 - Evergreen Park/Rainbow Cone
November 06, 2020 04:10 - 12 minutes - 9.71 MBHey Everyone! It's episode 5 of NaPodPoMo. We'll be working ourselves out of Beverly Hills...however, before we do, we have to talk about 2 places: Evergreen Park, the Chicago suburb right across the street, and the amazing Original Rainbow Cone. This is mile #4 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of November to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. ...
NaPodPoMO: Episode 5 - Evergreen Park/Rainbow Cone
November 06, 2020 04:10 - 12 minutes - 9.71 MBHey Everyone! It's episode 5 of NaPodPoMo. We'll be working ourselves out of Beverly Hills...however, before we do, we have to talk about 2 places: Evergreen Park, the Chicago suburb right across the street, and the amazing Original Rainbow Cone. This is mile #4 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave, which spans 24 miles right through the city. We'll be taking the rest of November to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. ...
#34 - NaPodPoMo:Episode 4 - Evergreen Plaza
November 04, 2020 21:35 - 12 minutes - 10.1 MBHey Everyone! It's episode 4 of NaPodPoMo. We're still in Beverly Hills, but we're checking out two mainstays institutions of this community for many years: St. Barnabas Catholic Parish and Evergreen Plaza, which technically is not in Chicago but is in the suburb of Evergreen Park. This is mile #3 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave. We'll be taking the rest of November to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. We will be...
NaPodPoMo:Episode 4 - Evergreen Plaza
November 04, 2020 21:35 - 12 minutes - 10.1 MBHey Everyone! It's episode 4 of NaPodPoMo. We're still in Beverly Hills, but we're checking out two mainstays institutions of this community for many years: St. Barnabas Catholic Parish and Evergreen Plaza, which technically is not in Chicago but is in the suburb of Evergreen Park. This is mile #3 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave. We'll be taking the rest of November to "Stroll down Western Ave." as part of the National Podcasting Post Month. We will be...
#33 - NaPodPoMo: Episode 3 - Beverly Hills!
November 03, 2020 22:59 - 14 minutes - 11.3 MBHey Everyone! It's episode 3 of NaPodPoMo. We've gone from Morgan Park, and entered the wild and crazy Beverly Hills. Did you know there was a Beverly Hills in Chicago? MIle #2 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave. We'll be taking the next 30 days to "Stroll down Western Ave." Don't forget we'll be dropping one episode a day for the entirety of November! Make sure you have your phone handy as you listen, it will make things so much better. Trust me! Let...
NaPodPoMo: Episode 3 - Beverly Hills!
November 03, 2020 22:59 - 14 minutes - 11.3 MBHey Everyone! It's episode 3 of NaPodPoMo. We've gone from Morgan Park, and entered the wild and crazy Beverly Hills. Did you know there was a Beverly Hills in Chicago? MIle #2 of our exploration of the longest street in Chicago, Western Ave. We'll be taking the next 30 days to "Stroll down Western Ave." Don't forget we'll be dropping one episode a day for the entirety of November! Make sure you have your phone handy as you listen, it will make things so much better. Trust me! Let...
#32 - NaPodPoMo - Episode 2: The Southern Tip
November 03, 2020 21:20 - 12 minutes - 10.4 MBHey Everyone! It's episode 2 of NaPodPoMo. We'll be taking the next 30 days to "Stroll down Western Ave." and explore the longest street in Chicago. Western extends 24 miles from Howard Street on the north, to 119th St. on the south. We will be dropping one episode a day for the entirety of November! We're starting at the southern tip of Chicago in the Morgan Park community. Make sure you have your phone handy as you listen, it will make things so much better. Trust me! Let's take a ...
NaPodPoMo - Episode 2: The SouthernTip
November 03, 2020 21:20 - 12 minutes - 10.4 MBHey Everyone! It's episode 2 of NaPodPoMo. We'll be taking the next 30 days to "Stroll down Western Ave." and explore the longest street in Chicago. Western extends 24 miles from Howard Street on the north, to 119th St. on the south. We will be dropping one episode a day for the entirety of November! We're starting at the southern tip of Chicago in the Morgan Park community. Make sure you have your phone handy as you listen, it will make things so much better. Trust me! Let's take a ...
NaPodPoMo - Episode 2: The Southern Tip
November 03, 2020 21:20 - 12 minutes - 10.4 MBHey Everyone! It's episode 2 of NaPodPoMo. We'll be taking the next 30 days to "Stroll down Western Ave." and explore the longest street in Chicago. Western extends 24 miles from Howard Street on the north, to 119th St. on the south. We will be dropping one episode a day for the entirety of November! We're starting at the southern tip of Chicago in the Morgan Park community. Make sure you have your phone handy as you listen, it will make things so much better. Trust me! Let's take a ...
#31 - NaPodPoMo Episode 1 - Why Western?
November 01, 2020 22:13 - 11 minutes - 9.28 MBHey Everyone! So OTBP is participating in National Podcast Post Month. We'll be taking the next 30 days to "Stroll down Western Ave." and explore the longest street in Chicago. Western extends 24 miles from Howard Street on the north, to 119th St. on the south. We will be dropping one episode a day for the entirety of November! Let's take a walk together this November and explore this historic street. This episode, I offer an overview and drop some history on Western Ave. as well as l...
NaPodPoMo Episode 1 - Why Western?
November 01, 2020 22:13 - 11 minutes - 9.28 MBHey Everyone! So OTBP is participating in National Podcast Post Month. We'll be taking the next 30 days to "Stroll down Western Ave." and explore the longest street in Chicago. Western extends 24 miles from Howard Street on the north, to 119th St. on the south. We will be dropping one episode a day for the entirety of November! Let's take a walk together this November and explore this historic street. This episode, I offer an overview and drop some history on Western Ave. as well as l...
#30 - Say Her Name: Breonna Taylor
October 04, 2020 01:29 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBSay Her Name! Breonna Taylor It becomes hard to think what to say about yet another miscarriage of justice in America, particularly as a black man. I hope this episode serves to inspire some conversation. I firmly believe we have to demand better from the system, as well as of ourselves. After listening, please share this episode with your friends, and have some uncomfortable conversations with your friends and family, about how a threat justice anywhere is a threat to justice everywher...
Say Her Name: Breonna Taylor
October 04, 2020 01:29 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBSay Her Name! Breonna Taylor It becomes hard to think what to say about yet another miscarriage of justice in America, particularly as a black man. I hope this episode serves to inspire some conversation. I firmly believe we have to demand better from the system, as well as of ourselves. After listening, please share this episode with your friends, and have some uncomfortable conversations with your friends and family, about how a threat justice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhe...
Episode 29: Pod Birthday!
September 07, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutes - 30.6 MBHello Friends. September 5th was the 1-year anniversary of Off The Beaten Podcast! It's our Pod Birthday! I'm so excited to reach this milestone, and I wanted to share my excitement with all of you. Accordingly, Amazon Studios reached out and asked us to partner with them on a documentary film screening on September 8, 2020 at 7pm CST. The documentary is ALL IN: THE FIGHT FOR DEMOCRACY, and based on the trailer, it's gonna be really good. If you'd like to view this free preview of the ...
#29: Pod Birthday!
September 07, 2020 11:00 - 30 minutes - 30.6 MBHello Friends. September 5th was the 1-year anniversary of Off The Beaten Podcast! It's our Pod Birthday! I'm so excited to reach this milestone, and I wanted to share my excitement with all of you. Accordingly, Amazon Studios reached out and asked us to partner with them on a documentary film screening on September 8, 2020 at 7pm CST. The documentary is ALL IN: THE FIGHT FOR DEMOCRACY, and based on the trailer, it's gonna be really good. If you'd like to view this free preview of the ...
#28 - Let's Talk About Mental Health
August 09, 2020 22:38 - 23 minutes - 23.8 MBHello Friends. We're still in the middle of a pandemic, and it appears new stressors are coming at us every day. I personally have been struggling with my mental health, so I thought it a perfect time to talk about it, and offer some tips and resources for others who may be struggling also. If you've been down in the doldrums, this episode is for you. After listening, I'd love it if you subscribe, take a minute to rate and review, and share this episode with a friend. That's the podcasti...
Episode 28 - Let's Talk About Mental Health
August 09, 2020 22:38 - 23 minutes - 23.8 MBHello Friends. We're still in the middle of a pandemic, and it appears new stressors are coming at us every day. I personally have been struggling with my mental health, so I thought it a perfect time to talk about it, and offer some tips and resources for others who may be struggling also. If you've been down in the doldrums, this episode is for you. After listening, I'd love it if you subscribe, take a minute to rate and review, and share this episode with a friend. That's the podcasti...
Episode 27 - Talking Superman w/Marq Withers
July 09, 2020 02:31 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBHello Friends...This episode, I finally had the pleasure of talking with Marq Withers, co-host of the new podcast Nerd Cage Live. I've been trying to get my life together and talk with Marq since November. The point of getting together was to talk about Superman, and his relevance as a character in 2020, but of course, we touch on a host of other topics, including Chicago life, The DCEU, The Justice League, and of course the upcoming Zack Snyder Cut of Justice League as well. Before all t...
#27 - Talking Superman w/Marq Withers
July 09, 2020 02:31 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBHello Friends...This episode, I finally had the pleasure of talking with Marq Withers, co-host of the new podcast Nerd Cage Live. I've been trying to get my life together and talk with Marq since November. The point of getting together was to talk about Superman, and his relevance as a character in 2020, but of course, we touch on a host of other topics, including Chicago life, The DCEU, The Justice League, and of course the upcoming Zack Snyder Cut of Justice League as well. Before all t...
#26 - Let's Talk About Juneteenth 2020
June 21, 2020 00:23 - 47 minutes - 48.3 MBHello Friends...Happy belated Juneteenth! Did you celebrate? This week I talk about my Juneteenth, which was great, as well as some of the issues surrounding the holiday. I start with some audio I took after an amazing rally and march organized by Activate:Chi. Enjoy! After listening, share this episode with at least 1 friend for me, and be sure to subscribe, rate and review on your podcast app of choice! You can also SIGN UP for the Off The Beaten Podcast newsletter: Sign Up Here! I ...
Episode 26 - Let's Talk About Juneteenth 2020
June 21, 2020 00:23 - 47 minutes - 48.3 MBHello Friends...Happy belated Juneteenth! Did you celebrate? This week I talk about my Juneteenth, which was great, as well as some of the issues surrounding the holiday. I start with some audio I took after an amazing rally and march organized by Activate:Chi. Enjoy! After listening, share this episode with at least 1 friend for me, and be sure to subscribe, rate and review on your podcast app of choice! You can also SIGN UP for the Off The Beaten Podcast newsletter: Sign Up Here! I ...
Episode 25: In The Wake of the George Floyd Murder: Protests, Uprising and Discussions on Racism
June 06, 2020 02:33 - 28 minutes - 31.6 MBHello Friends...this week I talk about the aftermath of the George Floyd murder and some of my thoughts as the world continues to mourn and demand justice and equality, and an end to white supremacy. As promised in the episode, here is a link to resources to get you started on a road of greater knowledge, or to guide you in the many discussions going on around us right now: https://wordpress.com/view/backinthecityblog.wordpress.com If you know someone who has been engrossed in the news a...
#25: In The Wake of the George Floyd Murder: Protests, Uprising and Discussions on Racism
June 06, 2020 02:33 - 28 minutes - 31.6 MBHello Friends...this week I talk about the aftermath of the George Floyd murder and some of my thoughts as the world continues to mourn and demand justice and equality, and an end to white supremacy. As promised in the episode, here is a link to resources to get you started on a road of greater knowledge, or to guide you in the many discussions going on around us right now: https://wordpress.com/view/backinthecityblog.wordpress.com If you know someone who has been engrossed in the news a...
Episode 24 - George Floyd and Minneapolis
May 28, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutes - 19.9 MBRecently, I shared a posting on Facebook after watching news and video of the murder of George Floyd and the ensuing protests in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I was taken aback by how many people reached out to me and said that my words impacted them. So I thought I would expound on my thoughts for you all. If you know someone who has been talking about this case, please share this with them. Please share it with friends who are inquiring, or criticizing. I would love to hear your though...
#24 - George Floyd and Minneapolis
May 28, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutes - 19.9 MBRecently, I shared a posting on Facebook after watching news and video of the murder of George Floyd and the ensuing protests in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I was taken aback by how many people reached out to me and said that my words impacted them. So I thought I would expound on my thoughts for you all. If you know someone who has been talking about this case, please share this with them. Please share it with friends who are inquiring, or criticizing. I would love to hear your though...
#23 - Commencement Speech 2020
May 18, 2020 00:06 - 24 minutes - 25.2 MBNo fluff this week everyone. I jump right into it with my homage to the class of 2020. As a former educator, I send all positivity and love to all you graduates!!! Thanks to Insider.com for the great facts on 2020. 20 facts about the class of 2020 that will blow your mind This week's episode is sponsored by the Blk Pod Collective Podcast! Blk Pod Collective: The Podcast aims to provide insights, resources and instruction to those within the podcast industry looking for guidance in starti...
Episode 23 - Commencement Speech 2020
May 18, 2020 00:06 - 24 minutes - 25.2 MBNo fluff this week everyone. I jump right into it with my homage to the class of 2020. As a former educator, I send all positivity and love to all you graduates!!! Thanks to Insider.com for the great facts on 2020. 20 facts about the class of 2020 that will blow your mind This week's episode is sponsored by the Blk Pod Collective Podcast! Blk Pod Collective: The Podcast aims to provide insights, resources and instruction to those within the podcast industry looking for guidance in starti...
Episode 22 - Chicago Bookstores
May 01, 2020 05:33 - 19 minutes - 20.7 MBHello Friends! This episode we’re talking Chicago bookstores! Independent bookstores are my favorite type of Chicago business, and of course I’ve been concerned about their ability to do business throughout this quarantine period, so I’m talking a few of my favorite independent bookstores, and giving you info so that you can support them. Or, if you’re not in Chicago, definitely support the independent bookstores in your neck of the woods. After listening, be sure to subscribe, rate and ...
#22 - Chicago Bookstores
May 01, 2020 05:33 - 19 minutes - 20.7 MBHello Friends! This episode we’re talking Chicago bookstores! Independent bookstores are my favorite type of Chicago business, and of course I’ve been concerned about their ability to do business throughout this quarantine period, so I’m talking a few of my favorite independent bookstores, and giving you info so that you can support them. Or, if you’re not in Chicago, definitely support the independent bookstores in your neck of the woods. After listening, be sure to subscribe, rate and ...
#21 - Women in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu w/ Cris Rodriguez
April 16, 2020 00:47 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBHello Friends! This episode is the continuation of the conversation I (@Dionsmusica) had with Cris Rodriguez (@grlnxdr2513) back in February. Cris is a former EMT, currently working in a hospital in the Chicagoland area. Chicago has an amazingly active and vibrant Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community, that even includes stars at the pinnacle of the Mixed Martial Arts activity. I haven't yet had the opportunity to talk about Chicago Jiu Jitsu for any length of time with previous guests, so I was i...
Episode 21 - Women in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu w/ Cris Rodriguez
April 16, 2020 00:47 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBHello Friends! This episode is the continuation of the conversation I (@Dionsmusica) had with Cris Rodriguez (@grlnxdr2513) back in February. Cris is a former EMT, currently working in a hospital in the Chicagoland area. Chicago has an amazingly active and vibrant Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community, that even includes stars at the pinnacle of the Mixed Martial Arts activity. I haven't yet had the opportunity to talk about Chicago Jiu Jitsu for any length of time with previous guests, so I was i...
#20 - Pandemic Resources
April 02, 2020 21:33 - 31 minutes - 35.8 MBHello Friends! With everything going on right now, and with our shelter in place going for at least another 30 days, I thought the best thing now was to offer you some resources and insight to help keep your mind at ease during these tough times. All resources mentioned in the episode are linked below, and if I forgot anything, please let me know and I will be sure to add it. Keep your heads up friends...we got this! If you like this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate and review on yo...
Episode 20 - Pandemic Resources
April 02, 2020 21:33 - 31 minutes - 35.8 MBHello Friends! With everything going on right now, and with our shelter in place going for at least another 30 days, I thought the best thing now was to offer you some resources and insight to help keep your mind at ease during these tough times. All resources mentioned in the episode are linked below, and if I forgot anything, please let me know and I will be sure to add it. Keep your heads up friends...we got this! If you like this episode, be sure to subscribe, rate and review on yo...