Bridget Lee of Academy for Local Leadership: WCPT 820 Interview

Scott Duff and guest co-host Ken Mejia-Beal are joined by Bridget Lee, founder of the Academy for Local Leadership (ALL Chicago). Here is a brief summary of the conversation: - Lee explained that Chicago is transitioning from a mayor-appointed board to a representative, community-led school board.…

Susan Ottaviano of Book of Love: WCPT 820 Interview

Scott Duff and guest co-host Ken Mejia-Beal are joined by Susan Ottaviano, vocalist with with synth pop band Book of Love, coming to MetroSaturday, October 10. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Follow us: Website…

WCPT 820 Interview: Julio Flores of The Alliance

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Julio Flores, program director for The Alliance at the Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago. The Alliance is a statewide program that promotes safety, support, and healthy development for LGBTQ+ youth in Illinois schools and communities.  Catch …

WCPT 820 Interview: Sheldon Epps and Alan H. Green of "Play On"

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Sheldon Epps (director) and Alan H. Green (cast member) from Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s production of “Play On!” playing through October 18. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chica…

WCPT 820 Interview: Mitchell J. Fain of "The Birth of the Pill"

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Mitchell J. Fain, cast member of “The Birth of the Pill,” having its world premiere at TimeLine Theatre through October 4. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago).   Follow us: …

WCPT 820 Interview: Jennifer Grosshandler

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Jennifer Grosshandler, executive director and founder of The GenderCool Project. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Follow us: Website: https://heartlandsignal.com WCP…

WCPT 820 Interview: Tania Richard and J. Nicole Brooks

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Tania Richard, writer and performer of "Black Girl From a White Suburb," and the production's director J. Nicole Brooks.The solo show is having its world premiere at American Blues Theater September 4-October 4. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. …

WCPT 820 Interview: William Lindsey Cochran of Great Moments in Vinyl

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by William Lindsey Cochran of Great Moments in Vinyl; check out their upcoming shows here: https://www.greatmomentsinvinyl.com/upcoming.  Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). …

WCPT 820 Interview: Jay Kuo of Human Rights Campaign

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Jay Kuo, two-time Tony-winning co-producer and composer; CEO and founder of The Social Edge (a social media and digital publishing company based in New York City); author of The Status Kuo Substack newsletter; and member of the board of directors for the Hu…

WCPT 820 Interview: Lindsay Gaskins of Chicago House

Scott Duff and guest co-host Ken Mejia-Beal are joined by Lindsay Gaskins, CEO of Chicago House and Social Service Agency.  Chicago House has been supporting individuals and families impacted by HIV since 1985 with housing, health, and employment services.  Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 …