SoChiety [The Society of Chicago]

SoChiety [The Society of Chicago]

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SoChiety [The Society of Chicago] episodes

  • Young Chicago Authors and "Louder Than a Bomb": Kevin Coval

    It's the last episode of our first season! This week, we chat with Kevin Coval, a poet and activist. Kevin is the Artistic Director for Young Chicago Authors, a nonprofit that helps Chicago kids discover their voice. He is also the winner of the 2018 Studs Terkel Award and the author of "A People’s History of Chicago." We talk with Kevin about how art and community can help shape each other.


    Find out more about Young Chicago Authors and Louder Than a Bomb at their website: https://youngchicagoauthors.org/

    Need more Kevin Coval in your life? Find more at www.kevincoval.com

    Check out The Cornerstore, Kevin's kick ass podcast about art, creativity, and Chicago: https://soundcloud.com/cornerstore_pod

    And of course, you can follow him on twitter: https://twitter.com/kevincoval


    Thanks for listening to our first season! We'll be back in a few weeks with more episodes exploring the communities of our favorite city. You can find more episodes, updates, and extras at www.sochiety.com

    We'd love to hear from you! Send us an email: [email protected]

    Follow us on the insta: @sochiety

    Tweet at us: www.twitter.com/sochietypod


    45 min
  • Open Mics: Harold Green

    This week, we talk to spoken word artist Harold Green! We hear about Harold's path as an artist and learn about the importance of open mic nights in Chicago.


    Check out Harold's website for videos, show dates, and more: https://haroldandthebeard.com

    Follow Harold on twitter: https://twitter.com/HaroldGreen


    Want more SoChiety? Find past episodes and more at www.sochiety.com

    Follow us on instagram: @sochiety

    Tweet at us: @sochietypod

    Shoot us an email: [email protected]

    31 min
  • Tattoo Artists: Cassandra Knox

    On this week's episode, we speak to Cassandra Knox from Evoke Tattoos. We learn about Cassandra's journey as an artist, talk about tattoo trends, and get a glimpse into the community that tattoo artists have created in Chicago.


    Check out Cassandra's amazing designs at: www.instagram.com/cknoxtattoo/


    Like what you hear? Find more episodes of sochiety at: www.sochiety.com


    We'd love to hear from you:

    Send us an email at [email protected]

    Follow us on Instagram @sochiety

    Find us on twitter @sochietypod

    32 min
  • Centro Romero: Immigrants, Refugees, and Adult Education
    This week, we talk to Katie Maranzana, the Adult Education Coordinator at Centro Romero. This community-based nonprofit provides valuable services to immigrants and refugees on Chicago's North side. We learn about how Centro Romero was started, the groups of students they serve, and the importance of adult education.
    If you'd like to learn more about Centro Romero, visit their website: http://centroromero.org
    If you're interested in volunteer opportunities, send them a message at: [email protected]
    Like what you hear? There's more at our website: www.sochiety.com. You can contact us at [email protected]
    Twitter: www.twitter.com/sochietypod
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/sochiety
    43 min
  • Chicago Pirate Flag: Beach Volleyball
    This week, we meet Chris Haag and Lee Phan from the Chicago Pirate Flag! They talk to us about starting and growing what is now one of the largest open play beach volleyball groups in Chicago. We discuss the ins and outs of the sport's culture and explore how Chicago's lakefront helps shape their community.
    If you want to play some beach volleyball, check out the Chicago Pirate Flag at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChicagoPirateFlagVball/
    Like what you hear? Let us know! Shoot us an email at [email protected]
    Learn more about SoChiety at www.sochiety.com.
    Check out our instagram at www.instagram.com/sochiety/
    32 min
  • BitBash & Independent Game Designers
    Episode 1: Bit Bash and Independent Game Designers
    This week, we interview modern day renaissance man David Laskey and learn about Bit Bash, Chicago's alternative games festival! We talk about Chicago's game scene, how Bit Bash got started, and hear about some of Sam and Patrick's experiences at Bit Bash.
    Learn more about Bit Bash at: https://bitbashchicago.com/
    Follow David at: https://twitter.com/david_laskey
    Feedback? Let us know! Send us a message at [email protected]
    33 min
  • Episode 0: Meet SoChiety
    Welcome to SoChiety, a podcast from Chicago about Chicago! Join Lee Tennant, Patrick Burns, and Sam Toninato as they explore the communities and cultures of the Windy City. Listen this week to meet the team, and hear a preview of the great interviews we have lined up this season.
    9 min

About SoChiety [The Society of Chicago]

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Welcome to SoChiety, a podcast from Chicago about Chicago! Join Lee Tennant, Patrick Burns, and Sam Toninato as they explore the communities and cultures of the Windy City. Listen every Tuesday to…