Car Con Carne

By: James VanOsdol
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  • Car Con Carne is an award-winning interview podcast hosted by legendary Chicago media personality James VanOsdol (Q101, WXRT, WGN, WLUP). Hosted in James's car, at live events, restaurants, brewpubs and recording studios, Car Con Carne offers engaging and honest conversations with people you want to know, mostly from the world of music.
    2024 2024 James VanOsdol
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  • 50K Check celebrates vinyl release of debut (Episode 1K6)
    Nov 22 2024

    50K Check celebrates the vinyl release of “50 Thousand Dollar Check” with an event at Shuga on December 13. To talk about the album (and band) are members Mason Payne (guitar), Kisira Hill (bass) and Kelly Torch (vocals).

    As we chat, we enjoy fantastic food from Lilac Tiger (1742 W. Division St.). Lilac Tiger delivers an exceptional South Asian dining experience (and if you’re enjoying the food in the restaurant instead of the car, a world-class beverage experience).

    Go support 50K Check at Shuga (1272 N. Milwaukee) on 12/13, and treat yourself to dinner at nearby-ish Lilac Tiger before or after the show!

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    Car Con Carne is sponsored by Easy Automation.

    Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe?

    Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured.

    Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    38 mins
  • Local H: ‘PJ Soles,’ track-by-track (Episode 1005)
    Nov 18 2024

    Hey, hello, how was your day?

    “Whatever Happened to P.J. Soles,” originally released 20 years ago, has grown to become a fan-favorite Local H album, and remains the favorite of band leader Scott Lucas. In his words, “P.J. Soles” was “the work of a band that had simply ceased to give a fuck.”

    Scott returns to Car Con Carne to take a look back at P.J. Soles in its anniversary year, and we go track-by-track through it.

    Specifically, each and every one of these songs:

    Where Are They Now?


    Everyone Alive

    California Songs

    Dick Jones

    Money on the Dresser

    P.J. Soles

    How’s the Weather Down There?

    Buffalo Trace

    Heaven on the Way Down

    Hey, Rita

    Heavy Metal Bakesale

    Mellowed

    That’s What They All Say

    Halcyon Days (Where Were You Then?)

    If you’re a Local H fan, or simply a fan of music deep dives, this is a can’t-miss episode. I’ve interviewed Scott many times over the past 30 years, and this is easily my favorite of the bunch.

    See Local H play “P.J. Soles” in their New Year’s Eve show at Bottom Lounge!

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    Car Con Carne is sponsored by Easy Automation.

    Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe?

    Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured.

    Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    34 mins
  • Quiet Pterodactyl celebrates 5 years with Angel Bat Dawid at Jerry’s (Episode 1004)
    Nov 13 2024

    Quiet Pterodactyl celebrates five years of non-profit work providing music and arts experience and education to the Chicago community. Founder and President Trey Elder joins us for this episode.

    Also joining us is Angel Bat Dawid, a remarkable composer, clarinetist, singer & spiritual jazz soothsayer. Just a few years ago, the Chicago tribune named her the “Chicagoan of the Year in Jazz.” She’s the coolest.

    Fueling the conversation this time around are unbelievably tasty sandwiches and sides from Jerry’s Sandwiches (jerryssandwiches.com), 4739 N Lincoln. I couldn’t get enough of the Harland S sandwich (Buttermilk-marinated fried chicken, American, pickle, mayo, Crystal hot sauce, lettuce, challah).

    Join the celebration:

    Quiet Pterodactyl 5 Year Anniversary Party

    with Silent Auction Fundraiser

    Sunday, Nov 24th - Color Club 4146 N Elston

    7-11pm - 21+ Only

    Angel Bat Dawid, plus JOBS, 4Dgirlz, DJ All the Way Kay



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    Car Con Carne is sponsored by Easy Automation.

    Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe?

    Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured.

    Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    31 mins

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Such an amazing Podcast! The episode with Tom Higgenson (Million Miler) is spectacular. Loved hearing about the Christmas extravaganza he did with artists from his label, Humans Were Here.

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Fun and lively podcast with great guests like Tom Higgenson of TLB. He has an independent record label Humans Were Here. Listen to find out what this guy is up to next.

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