South Side Pod

The Bags Fly At Davern's Tavern

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 one of them bashes the Foo Fighters. And can you just pick up a bike after years of not riding to go explore the south side? You betcha! 
We have all of your local south side news, events, live music and more in just "30 Minutes of Good!" 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! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message anytime! Subscribe today everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com!
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Typewriter Parties & Comedian Priests

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 has captured the imagination of some tiny fans. We've got local news, plus weekend live music and entertainment to tell you about from Blue Island to Lemont, Palos to Beverly. Join us!
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! Call us at 708-459-8406 anytime and leave a message anytime! Subscribe today everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SouthSidePod.com!
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Summer Concert Survial Tips

'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. Our friend Lauren Koszola from Palos Heights also has some free concert news, along with an event that will cover your kids in color. Plus, all the local weekend scoop the South Side can handle!
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!
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Carnival & Festival Seasons Are In Full Swing

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 preview from a local priest. The guys also review a local light beer seemingly created for the summer by Pollyanna Brewing Company. Plus, Bill may have helped someone rob a bank?!
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!
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When Your Brewery is Rabid

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 tries to trick his wife, he ends up playing the fool.
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!
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Papa Hops Swings Away On The South Side

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 support South Side families battling cancer. Bill also unveils his new project while reviewing one of the area's best parks in Oak Lawn. 
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!
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Go Out And Accelerate This Independence Day

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 back to Blue Island Beer Company for a new summer wheat ale and a second beer that may knock you on your butt. Plus, two different generations have similar issues learning to drive. 
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!
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Putting The South Side On Vinyl

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!
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Hot Town, Summer On The SouthSide!

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 the Best Week Ever! Don't miss a thing. Listen to South Side Pod.
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!
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Memories, Music, Pizza & Beer

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 frequent Rosangela's in Evergreen Park, and we get a story of beer curing bullpen woes from former White Sox pitcher Donn Pall. Plus we have a list of news and events from Beverly to Palos, Hometown to Blue Island, and everywhere in-between!
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