http://vocalo.org Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:43:27 +0000 Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:43:27 +0000 60 en Copyright 2012 Chicago Public Media feeds@soundcloud.com (SoundCloud Feeds) The best afternoon call-in talk program around Lake Michigan! Hosts Luis Perez and Shantell Jamison discuss current events and social justice issues, talk with local who's whos, and share stories. Luis and Shantell's 'real talk' and enthusiastic style coupled with a focus on personal narratives lead to engaging and frank conversations with callers and guests. Airs Mon-Fri 4-6pm Central on Vocalo 89.5 FM and Vocalo.org. http://i1.sndcdn.com/avatars-000042240077-b2pfgr-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://vocalo.org Chicago Public Media Current events, social justice issues & personal stories no Copyright 2012 Chicago Public MediaSociety & Culture/Historypodcasts@chicagopublicradio.orgChicago Public MediaThe best afternoon call-in talk program around Lake Michigan! Hosts Luis Perez and Shantell Jamison discuss current events and social justice issues, talk with local who's whos, and share stories. Luis and Shantell's 'real talk' and enthusiastic style coupled with a focus on personal narratives lead to engaging and frank conversations with callers and guests. Airs Mon-Fri 4-6pm Central on Vocalo 89.5 FM and Vocalo.org. tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/97321514 Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:42:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/KWIHdQT20NU/chicagorules http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000050840443-l96342-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/chicagorules 7:50 Vocalo's Overdrive no “Never put ketchup on your Chicago-style hot dog.” “Do not talk on your phone or listen to music full-blast while taking public transit. Everyone will hate you.” “Pick a team. You can’t root for the White Sox and the Cubs. You must choose.” These are three things from Leah Pickett’s “Chicago’s Unwritten Rules” list. The blogger, freelancer, and WBEZ on-air correspondent joins Shantell in studio to debate these three rules, as well as other “unwritten rules” that every Chicagoan should follow. “Never put ketchup on you... “Never put ketchup on your Chicago-style hot dog.” “Do not talk on your phone or listen to music full-blast while taking public transit. Everyone will hate you.” “Pick a team. You can’t root for the White Sox and the Cubs. You must choose.” These are three things from Leah Pickett’s “Chicago’s Unwritten Rules” list. The blogger, freelancer, and WBEZ on-air correspondent joins Shantell in studio to debate these three rules, as well as other “unwritten rules” that every Chicagoan should follow. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/chicagoruleshttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/97321514-vocalos-overdrive-chicagorules.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/96312787 Mon, 10 Jun 2013 20:31:29 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/oKw1dLV-bj8/laborlaws http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000050266530-3mflsw-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/laborlaws 9:25 Vocalo's Overdrive no “There is a huge body of workers in the United States who aren’t protected by the labor laws you and I know about.” Shannon Heffernan of WBEZ’s Front and Center shared the first report of her "Exceptions to the Rule" series, which introduces us to people not protected by these laws and how they work without these labor law protections. The first report highlights disabled workers who are paid below minimum wage, including one worker who was barely paid a dollar an hour. Luis, Shantell, and Shannon discuss the effects of this practice, and whether or not this is discriminatory. “There is a huge body of ... “There is a huge body of workers in the United States who aren’t protected by the labor laws you and I know about.” Shannon Heffernan of WBEZ’s Front and Center shared the first report of her "Exceptions to the Rule" series, which introduces us to people not protected by these laws and how they work without these labor law protections. The first report highlights disabled workers who are paid below minimum wage, including one worker who was barely paid a dollar an hour. Luis, Shantell, and Shannon discuss the effects of this practice, and whether or not this is discriminatory. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/laborlawshttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/96312787-vocalos-overdrive-laborlaws.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/95281571 Mon, 03 Jun 2013 21:31:14 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/qz6IYVDousY/where-are-you-from http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000049699327-mj7qe3-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/where-are-you-from 10:41 Vocalo's Overdrive no "What Are You?" That is a question often asked of anyone who looks or sounds different from the people around them. Reactions can range from ignored, to annoyed, to insulted for people being asked. Luis and guest-host Carly Oishi share thoughts on a video depicting these awkward "what are you?" encounters called "What Kind of Asian Are You?" photo via Carolina Coffe Roasting Color Wheel carolinacoffeeroasting.net/coffee_fun_facts "What Are You?" That is a... "What Are You?" That is a question often asked of anyone who looks or sounds different from the people around them. Reactions can range from ignored, to annoyed, to insulted for people being asked. Luis and guest-host Carly Oishi share thoughts on a video depicting these awkward "what are you?" encounters called "What Kind of Asian Are You?" photo via Carolina Coffe Roasting Color Wheel carolinacoffeeroasting.net/coffee_fun_facts podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/where-are-you-fromhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/95281571-vocalos-overdrive-where-are-you-from.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/94373709 Tue, 28 May 2013 22:14:42 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/7frN6QO53_8/kirkwood http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000049206556-6c38ys-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/kirkwood 9:14 Vocalo's Overdrive no It's relationship talk time on The Overdrive. Author and relationships expert JL Kirkwood joined Luis and Shantell to talk about the "baggage" we have to deal with in our relationships. It's relationship talk ti... It's relationship talk time on The Overdrive. Author and relationships expert JL Kirkwood joined Luis and Shantell to talk about the "baggage" we have to deal with in our relationships. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/kirkwoodhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/94373709-vocalos-overdrive-kirkwood.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/93110700 Mon, 20 May 2013 21:05:02 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/vctcLoh_YEw/hotdog http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000048537975-lypkgt-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/hotdog 15:10 Vocalo's Overdrive no Culinary historian and author of the book “Man Eats Dog: Hot Dog Culture in America” Bruce Kraig joined Shantell & Luis in studio. He, along with photographer and professor Patty Carroll, talk about their book which tells a history of not just the hot dog in Chicago, but in America. Culinary historian and au... Culinary historian and author of the book “Man Eats Dog: Hot Dog Culture in America” Bruce Kraig joined Shantell & Luis in studio. He, along with photographer and professor Patty Carroll, talk about their book which tells a history of not just the hot dog in Chicago, but in America. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/hotdoghttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/93110700-vocalos-overdrive-hotdog.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/92061424 Mon, 13 May 2013 22:41:08 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/tL1uQ_pzTPI/pinqyring http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000047953956-0839mo-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/pinqyring 14:23 Vocalo's Overdrive no "I did some really stupid stuff though and I have to redeem that bad karma and make it good karma. It's one of the reasons why I'm so focused on giving back in community.." Marisol Vélez isn't one to pretend that she's always walked on the right side of the tracks. Her life wasn't always full of great decisions, but she is a woman worth knowing. As this week's wise woman, the writer, mentor, teacher and lyricist lets us into her world of redemption. She talks about where she's been and where she's headed as she strives to make a positive mark on the lives of youth and the world. "I did some really stupid... "I did some really stupid stuff though and I have to redeem that bad karma and make it good karma. It's one of the reasons why I'm so focused on giving back in community.." Marisol Vélez isn't one to pretend that she's always walked on the right side of the tracks. Her life wasn't always full of great decisions, but she is a woman worth knowing. As this week's wise woman, the writer, mentor, teacher and lyricist lets us into her world of redemption. She talks about where she's been and where she's headed as she strives to make a positive mark on the lives of youth and the world. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/pinqyringhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/92061424-vocalos-overdrive-pinqyring.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/91018886 Mon, 06 May 2013 18:47:39 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/o3m4Q5NqBBM/digital-textbooks http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000047355582-gdlszu-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/digital-textbooks 10:20 Vocalo's Overdrive no Shantell & Luis have a conversation about a pilot program that is being executed at select universities in the nation. Coursesmart allows professors to keep track of the studying habits, (page views, time spent, notes taken, etc.) of students via their digital textbooks. Photo: classroom-aid.com Shantell & Luis have a co... Shantell & Luis have a conversation about a pilot program that is being executed at select universities in the nation. Coursesmart allows professors to keep track of the studying habits, (page views, time spent, notes taken, etc.) of students via their digital textbooks. Photo: classroom-aid.com podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/digital-textbookshttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/91018886-vocalos-overdrive-digital-textbooks.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/90062857 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 22:18:54 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/HmpiOVyfHYQ/shakespeare-prisons http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000046807503-dy39m1-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/shakespeare-prisons 11:33 Vocalo's Overdrive no Supermax prison inmates and Shakespeare usually aren't two things that occupy the same sentence. But for Dr. Laura Bates, professor of English at Indiana State University, they go hand in hand. She goes into prisons and teaches Shakespeare to prisoners who are in solitary confinement. She found that introducing Shakespeare actually helps these prisoners understand their own character and why they may have committed crimes in the first place. Luis and Shantell talk with Bates about her experience and why Shakespeare works in this setting. Interested in more? Read her book "Shakespeare Saved My Life: Ten Years In Solitary with the Bard." Image provided by WikiMedia Commons. commons.wikimedia.org/ Supermax prison inmates a... Supermax prison inmates and Shakespeare usually aren't two things that occupy the same sentence. But for Dr. Laura Bates, professor of English at Indiana State University, they go hand in hand. She goes into prisons and teaches Shakespeare to prisoners who are in solitary confinement. She found that introducing Shakespeare actually helps these prisoners understand their own character and why they may have committed crimes in the first place. Luis and Shantell talk with Bates about her experience and why Shakespeare works in this setting. Interested in more? Read her book "Shakespeare Saved My Life: Ten Years In Solitary with the Bard." Image provided by WikiMedia Commons. commons.wikimedia.org/ podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/shakespeare-prisonshttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/90062857-vocalos-overdrive-shakespeare-prisons.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/89047347 Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:44:40 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/9YvVKlxPK-U/house-of-horrors http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000046169174-74anoc-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/house-of-horrors 12:56 Vocalo's Overdrive no The grisly details from Kermit Gosnell's media-dubbed "house of horrors" abortion clinic have come to light recently, but despite reports of cruel, unsanitary and illegal practices, it hasn't been widely covered. So why hasn't the media been paying attention? Luis and Shantell discuss the case and what it means for media today. Image provided by M C Morgan. www.flickr.com/photos/mcmorgan/ The grisly details from K... The grisly details from Kermit Gosnell's media-dubbed "house of horrors" abortion clinic have come to light recently, but despite reports of cruel, unsanitary and illegal practices, it hasn't been widely covered. So why hasn't the media been paying attention? Luis and Shantell discuss the case and what it means for media today. Image provided by M C Morgan. www.flickr.com/photos/mcmorgan/ podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/house-of-horrorshttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/89047347-vocalos-overdrive-house-of-horrors.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/88179869 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:56:35 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/C46wyGgmbAA/contraception http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000045679042-7dx5bk-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/contraception 9:12 Vocalo's Overdrive no A federal judge in New York has instructed the FDA to lift the age restriction on emergency contraception, to allow over the counter sale to minors below the age of 17. Luis and Shantell have a discussion about what this could mean, both realistically and morally. Many people will argue that allowing emergency contraception to minors effectively permits teen sex. Others however, argue that contraception should be provided as an effort to reduce teen pregnancy. A federal judge in New Yo... A federal judge in New York has instructed the FDA to lift the age restriction on emergency contraception, to allow over the counter sale to minors below the age of 17. Luis and Shantell have a discussion about what this could mean, both realistically and morally. Many people will argue that allowing emergency contraception to minors effectively permits teen sex. Others however, argue that contraception should be provided as an effort to reduce teen pregnancy. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/contraceptionhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/88179869-vocalos-overdrive-contraception.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/87000516 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 20:54:38 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/nTNElQ2jDWI/feminist-housewives http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000045017463-q70lw3-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/feminist-housewives 9:38 Vocalo's Overdrive no New York Magazine recently wrote a story chronicling a new breed of stay-at-home moms. They call them "feminist housewives". But some aren't so sure that the two roles can really coincide without one affecting the other. Shantell and guest host Anthony Martinez discuss these two arguments and pose a few questions of their own. Image provided by WikiMedia. commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Apron_ties.jpg Song clip at the end - "Feminist Housewives," by Bitch & Animal New York Magazine recentl... New York Magazine recently wrote a story chronicling a new breed of stay-at-home moms. They call them "feminist housewives". But some aren't so sure that the two roles can really coincide without one affecting the other. Shantell and guest host Anthony Martinez discuss these two arguments and pose a few questions of their own. Image provided by WikiMedia. commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Apron_ties.jpg Song clip at the end - "Feminist Housewives," by Bitch & Animal podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/feminist-housewiveshttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/87000516-vocalos-overdrive-feminist-housewives.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/85944059 Mon, 01 Apr 2013 20:33:36 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/n3G78-fepUM/why-black-dolls-are-important http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000044426371-g1pf8j-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/why-black-dolls-are-important 11:11 Vocalo's Overdrive no Luis and Shantell discuss the importance of skin-tone in dolls. Girls typically choose their dolls based on their own appearance. While it is normal for kids to prefer familiarity, there can be a case made for the importance of introducing children to various physical features at an early age. Luis and Shantell are also joined by Theo over the phone. image by Salvidor LA: www.flickr.com/photos/salvadordeluniverso/ Luis and Shantell discuss... Luis and Shantell discuss the importance of skin-tone in dolls. Girls typically choose their dolls based on their own appearance. While it is normal for kids to prefer familiarity, there can be a case made for the importance of introducing children to various physical features at an early age. Luis and Shantell are also joined by Theo over the phone. image by Salvidor LA: www.flickr.com/photos/salvadordeluniverso/ podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/why-black-dolls-are-importanthttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/85944059-vocalos-overdrive-why-black-dolls-are-important.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/85060529 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 20:55:31 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/U4IOdto0vaM/coercive-sterilization http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000043947765-7kdvby-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/coercive-sterilization 8:38 Vocalo's Overdrive no The Center for New Community is a racial justice, civil rights non-profit based in Chicago that works to counter racism and bigotry. A recent study by the CNC unveils some shocking discoveries about the links between coercive sterilization and the anti-immigrant movement. The Communications Associate of the Center for New Community, April, joins Shantell in the studio to talk about the study and its implications. The Center for New Commun... The Center for New Community is a racial justice, civil rights non-profit based in Chicago that works to counter racism and bigotry. A recent study by the CNC unveils some shocking discoveries about the links between coercive sterilization and the anti-immigrant movement. The Communications Associate of the Center for New Community, April, joins Shantell in the studio to talk about the study and its implications. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/coercive-sterilizationhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/85060529-vocalos-overdrive-coercive-sterilization.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/83833817 Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:37:48 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/y8baR3sq4ho/lastnames http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000043265317-hy81ms-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/lastnames 7:57 Vocalo's Overdrive no "I'm pretty proud of my last name, and I don't think I would take hers... At the same time, I don't mind if she keeps her name." Luis and Shantell discuss the gender norms that revolve around last names in marriages. In a new age and society where each person's family backgrounds and histories are valued more than ever, should it be acceptable to take on two last names, or perhaps a combination of both last names to create a new one? image by maryhodder: www.flickr.com/photos/maryhodder "I'm pretty proud of my l... "I'm pretty proud of my last name, and I don't think I would take hers... At the same time, I don't mind if she keeps her name." Luis and Shantell discuss the gender norms that revolve around last names in marriages. In a new age and society where each person's family backgrounds and histories are valued more than ever, should it be acceptable to take on two last names, or perhaps a combination of both last names to create a new one? image by maryhodder: www.flickr.com/photos/maryhodder podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/lastnameshttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/83833817-vocalos-overdrive-lastnames.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/82952239 Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:39:47 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/uAigR-mi1Gc/claudette-colvin http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000042782167-0etyxa-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/claudette-colvin 8:09 Vocalo's Overdrive no Before Rosa Parks, there was Claudette Colvin Before Rosa Parks, there ... Before Rosa Parks, there was Claudette Colvin podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/claudette-colvinhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/82952239-vocalos-overdrive-claudette-colvin.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/81815436 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 21:35:14 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/zWdvvkrKuJ4/sweet-brown http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000042151892-4zvfy8-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/sweet-brown 9:18 Vocalo's Overdrive no By now you've seen the hilarious account of how Oklahoma resident Sweet Brown escaped an apartment building fire. Since going viral last year, Sweet Brown has not just become an internet sensation, but has appeared on various television outlets and celebrity endorsements. Hear Shantell's hilarious conversation with Sweet Brown. By now you've seen the hi... By now you've seen the hilarious account of how Oklahoma resident Sweet Brown escaped an apartment building fire. Since going viral last year, Sweet Brown has not just become an internet sensation, but has appeared on various television outlets and celebrity endorsements. Hear Shantell's hilarious conversation with Sweet Brown. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/sweet-brownhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/81815436-vocalos-overdrive-sweet-brown.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/79829550 Mon, 18 Feb 2013 21:29:11 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/OD45fAF2QX8/the-witch-of-northampton http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000041043920-762e3b-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/the-witch-of-northampton 8:04 Vocalo's Overdrive no A peek into her family's past set photographer-turned author Karen Vorbeck Williams on track to her novel, "My Enemy's Tears: The Witch of Northampton". The fictional novel is based on the life of Williams' ancestor Mary Bliss Parsons and another woman, Sarah Lyman Bridgeman, living in 17th century New England, and the ensuing trial when one woman accuses the other of murder by witchcraft. Shantell talks with Williams about the inspiration for her novel, family background, misconceptions about witches and more. Image provided by Kevin Dooley. www.flickr.com/photos/pagedooley/ A peek into her family's ... A peek into her family's past set photographer-turned author Karen Vorbeck Williams on track to her novel, "My Enemy's Tears: The Witch of Northampton". The fictional novel is based on the life of Williams' ancestor Mary Bliss Parsons and another woman, Sarah Lyman Bridgeman, living in 17th century New England, and the ensuing trial when one woman accuses the other of murder by witchcraft. Shantell talks with Williams about the inspiration for her novel, family background, misconceptions about witches and more. Image provided by Kevin Dooley. www.flickr.com/photos/pagedooley/ podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/the-witch-of-northamptonhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/79829550-vocalos-overdrive-the-witch-of-northampton.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/78841971 Mon, 11 Feb 2013 23:54:22 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/EOCgkdFBEJQ/third-gender http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000040496983-ce82z0-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/third-gender 7:39 Vocalo's Overdrive no Luis and Shantell discuss the new citizenship certificate in Nepal that allows a third gender identification, and whether or not the measure is reflective of social change. Luis and Shantell discuss... Luis and Shantell discuss the new citizenship certificate in Nepal that allows a third gender identification, and whether or not the measure is reflective of social change. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/third-genderhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/78841971-vocalos-overdrive-third-gender.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/77841390 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 21:19:02 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/DXmxgffUkf8/iyjl http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000039948200-th0ghz-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/iyjl 10:19 Vocalo's Overdrive no Earlier this week a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators proposed a framework for comprehensive immigration reform. Luis spoke with Tania Unzueta undocumented immigrant's rights activist and co-founder of the Immigrant Youth Justice League who shared her thoughts on the proposed pillars of potential immigration reform for 2013. Earlier this week a bipar... Earlier this week a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators proposed a framework for comprehensive immigration reform. Luis spoke with Tania Unzueta undocumented immigrant's rights activist and co-founder of the Immigrant Youth Justice League who shared her thoughts on the proposed pillars of potential immigration reform for 2013. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/iyjlhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/77841390-vocalos-overdrive-iyjl.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/76053926 Tue, 22 Jan 2013 23:50:55 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/2S42d-079Vs/bodylanguage http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000038945139-74q95s-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/bodylanguage 11:45 Vocalo's Overdrive no Could the key to being powerful be simply in how you stand? According to a TED Talk by social psychologist Amy Cuddy, the secret to confidence is all in body language. Shantell and Luis discuss this talk, plus how power plays into our daily lives and whether you can really "fake it until you become it" as Cuddy asserts. Image provided by Ed Yourdon. www.flickr.com/photos/yourdon Could the key to being po... Could the key to being powerful be simply in how you stand? According to a TED Talk by social psychologist Amy Cuddy, the secret to confidence is all in body language. Shantell and Luis discuss this talk, plus how power plays into our daily lives and whether you can really "fake it until you become it" as Cuddy asserts. Image provided by Ed Yourdon. www.flickr.com/photos/yourdon podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/bodylanguagehttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/76053926-vocalos-overdrive-bodylanguage.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/74025852 Mon, 07 Jan 2013 21:37:06 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/gK3IZuTwfWw/mistaken-identity http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000037792472-kme7hx-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/mistaken-identity 12:52 Vocalo's Overdrive no Overdrive host Luis tells a compelling story about how his identity was mistaken and as the result he ended up helping fix cars for 3 years.... Story produced by Sarah Lu. Overdrive host Luis tells... Overdrive host Luis tells a compelling story about how his identity was mistaken and as the result he ended up helping fix cars for 3 years.... Story produced by Sarah Lu. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/mistaken-identityhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/74025852-vocalos-overdrive-mistaken-identity.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/72462616 Mon, 24 Dec 2012 20:28:08 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/ZMhklAc6XJQ/religion http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000036906035-cd5vcp-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/religion 9:06 Vocalo's Overdrive no Shantell and Overdrive intern Mia unpack the findings from recent studies that show that American women tend to be more religious than men, and a caller shares insight on his own definition of feminism. Shantell and Overdrive in... Shantell and Overdrive intern Mia unpack the findings from recent studies that show that American women tend to be more religious than men, and a caller shares insight on his own definition of feminism. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/religionhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/72462616-vocalos-overdrive-religion.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/71736002 Tue, 18 Dec 2012 20:12:15 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/W6SjciZu5B4/jade http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000036495738-e3glig-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/jade 12:41 Vocalo's Overdrive no Vocalo's Wise Woman this week is Jade Ivy, an artist who spearheads the Black Culture Connection, an organization that showcases art, music, photography, and other forms of black culture in Chicago. Vocalo's Wise Woman this ... Vocalo's Wise Woman this week is Jade Ivy, an artist who spearheads the Black Culture Connection, an organization that showcases art, music, photography, and other forms of black culture in Chicago. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/jadehttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/71736002-vocalos-overdrive-jade.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/70750906 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 22:18:34 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/fqQ_mtjdgeU/marijuana http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000035936185-42jkea-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/marijuana 11:47 Vocalo's Overdrive no Allen St. Pierre, the Executive Director of NORML, an organization advocating for reform of marijuana laws, talks to the Overdrive about the legalization of recreational marijuana in Colorado and Washington and what this new legislation means for the rest of the country. Allen St. Pierre, the Exe... Allen St. Pierre, the Executive Director of NORML, an organization advocating for reform of marijuana laws, talks to the Overdrive about the legalization of recreational marijuana in Colorado and Washington and what this new legislation means for the rest of the country. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/marijuanahttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/70750906-vocalos-overdrive-marijuana.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/69856747 Mon, 03 Dec 2012 21:33:02 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/QewwVwWLkK0/the-blue-man-group http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000035434786-l9nllk-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/the-blue-man-group 12:01 Vocalo's Overdrive no "It takes a long time to become a Blue Man, but the makeup goes on pretty quickly.- Scott Bishop, Blue Man Performer Shantell got a chance to catch up with two Blue Men and no they are not down. If anything Tom Galassi and Scott Bishop are on top of the world. As you will hear in the conversation, the two talk about "Blue Man Group" as if it's a life-altering experience. Tom and Scott share their stories of how they became part of this critically-acclaimed performance. "It takes a long time to ... "It takes a long time to become a Blue Man, but the makeup goes on pretty quickly.- Scott Bishop, Blue Man Performer Shantell got a chance to catch up with two Blue Men and no they are not down. If anything Tom Galassi and Scott Bishop are on top of the world. As you will hear in the conversation, the two talk about "Blue Man Group" as if it's a life-altering experience. Tom and Scott share their stories of how they became part of this critically-acclaimed performance. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/the-blue-man-grouphttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/69856747-vocalos-overdrive-the-blue-man-group.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/68968022 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 00:04:28 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/x5QZG_m--D8/erinryan http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000034982871-smwxal-original.png?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/erinryan 10:18 Vocalo's Overdrive no "It started with a comment." While working as a banker in Chicago, Erin Gloria Ryan began reading and commenting on Jezebel.com until the influential feminist site offered her a job. Now, she lives in New York, working full-time as an online writer and covering events like the Republican National Convention. "It started with a commen... "It started with a comment." While working as a banker in Chicago, Erin Gloria Ryan began reading and commenting on Jezebel.com until the influential feminist site offered her a job. Now, she lives in New York, working full-time as an online writer and covering events like the Republican National Convention. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/erinryanhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/68968022-vocalos-overdrive-erinryan.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/67721921 Sat, 17 Nov 2012 02:12:28 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/ItzdlMyJA3A/campus-diversity-at-nu http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000034347685-ukeca3-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/campus-diversity-at-nu 8:38 Vocalo's Overdrive no Luis and intern Mia Warren discuss various diversity initiatives at Northwestern University with senior Jazzy Johnson, who serves on a student task force to improve cultural competence on campus. Later, Luis talks to Dr. Lesley-Ann Brown, the Director of Campus Inclusion and Community at Northwestern University in Evanston. Dr. Brown's position was created at the beginning of the school year to address issues of diversity on campus. Luis and intern Mia Warre... Luis and intern Mia Warren discuss various diversity initiatives at Northwestern University with senior Jazzy Johnson, who serves on a student task force to improve cultural competence on campus. Later, Luis talks to Dr. Lesley-Ann Brown, the Director of Campus Inclusion and Community at Northwestern University in Evanston. Dr. Brown's position was created at the beginning of the school year to address issues of diversity on campus. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/campus-diversity-at-nuhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/67721921-vocalos-overdrive-campus-diversity-at-nu.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/67164035 Mon, 12 Nov 2012 20:56:59 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/nEJRxZ9Zck8/beforeandafro http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000034062697-73hamp-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/beforeandafro 11:00 Vocalo's Overdrive no New Yorker Michelle Joni has sparked controversy with her blog, "Before and Afro," which chronicles her self-discovery through the daily wearing of a black afro wig. With the help of a few Vocalo listeners, Luis and Shantell discuss whether Joni's attempt is a journey of self-enlightenment or just another example of white privilege and misunderstanding. New Yorker Michelle Joni ... New Yorker Michelle Joni has sparked controversy with her blog, "Before and Afro," which chronicles her self-discovery through the daily wearing of a black afro wig. With the help of a few Vocalo listeners, Luis and Shantell discuss whether Joni's attempt is a journey of self-enlightenment or just another example of white privilege and misunderstanding. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/beforeandafrohttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/67164035-vocalos-overdrive-beforeandafro.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/66274350 Mon, 05 Nov 2012 22:57:45 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/8ReBW1Nig5I/pinterest http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000033621710-i9li0u-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/pinterest 14:44 Vocalo's Overdrive no Luis and Shantell are joined by special guests Reyna Jacqueline Pena and April Scissors. They talk about whether or not Pinterest trivializes women with its materialistic content. Luis and Shantell are joi... Luis and Shantell are joined by special guests Reyna Jacqueline Pena and April Scissors. They talk about whether or not Pinterest trivializes women with its materialistic content. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/pinteresthttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/66274350-vocalos-overdrive-pinterest.mp3 tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/65279751 Mon, 29 Oct 2012 22:56:17 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/895overdrive/~3/pRFxSz_o1Ks/rapefactory http://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000033127244-5t0ta2-original.jpg?14d6ecd http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/rapefactory 12:39 Vocalo's Overdrive no A former student at Wesleyan University is suing the school for failing to take action after she was raped at the Beta Theta Pi fraternity in fall 2010. Due to its reputation on campus, the fraternity's Wesleyan chapter has gained the nickname "Rape Factory." When Luis and Shantell debate the responsibilities of universities in protecting their students from sexual assault, a caller chimes in to join the conversation. A former student at Wesle... A former student at Wesleyan University is suing the school for failing to take action after she was raped at the Beta Theta Pi fraternity in fall 2010. Due to its reputation on campus, the fraternity's Wesleyan chapter has gained the nickname "Rape Factory." When Luis and Shantell debate the responsibilities of universities in protecting their students from sexual assault, a caller chimes in to join the conversation. podcasts@chicagopublicradio.org (Chicago Public Media)http://soundcloud.com/vocalos-overdrive/rapefactoryhttp://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/65279751-vocalos-overdrive-rapefactory.mp3 Chicago Public MedianonadultCurrent events, social justice issues & personal stories