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Always Andersonville: The Podcast

Andersonville Chamber of Commerce

Welcome to Andersonville, the ”shop local capital of Chicago.” A neighborhood known for our Swedish roots, we now support over 400 local & independent businesses near and along Clark Street, located just north of Chicago’s downtown. These are our stories, and we are Always Andersonville.

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Episode 169: The story of Paper & Pencil with Tyler...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/10/18

This week I am joined by Tyler McCall. Tyler McCall is co-owner of Paper & Pencil at 1480 W Berwyn alongside his husband Eric Campbell. Paper & Pencil is Andersonville's friendly neighborhood stationery shop offering high-quality stationery goods and supplies including greeting cards, notebooks, and writing tools. They feature products from independent brands from around the world alongside Japanese, French, British, & German stationery favorites. Paper & Pencil is local,

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01:07:45

Episode 168: The new story of WasteNot Compost with...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/10/10

This week, we are joined by owner of WasteNot Compost, Liam Donnelly. WasteNot Compost, Chicago’s first and only zero-emission compost collection, was born in 2015. WasteNot Compost currently serves homes and all events and business types ranging from schools, cafes, bakeries, to farmers markets, and everything in between. They take the work out of composting for you so it can not only be easy to do so in an urban setting, but is a clean experience with all tools provided every

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Episode 167: The story of Shadow Carriers with Orion...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/10/04

This week, I am joined by Orion Couling and Zack Meyer, founders of Shadow Carriers storytelling collective. Their multi-decade partnership has spun tales of the supernatural for audiences nationwide from tall ships to walking tours to backyard picnic tables, and anywhere a good legend is appreciated. Their podcast of the same name amplifies their storytelling style with immersive soundscaping and music design to take you into the darkness and out again. Previous seasons have explored the lore of

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57:05

Episode 166: The story of Vase & Vessel and Dara...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/09/27

This week I am joined by Bill Dlugokienski & Adam Kruse, owners of Vase & Vessel in Andersonville, and Dara Schuman of Dara Schuman Ceramics. Vase & Vessel opened its doors in September 2022 and quickly became one of Andersonville’s favorite shopping destinations for plant lovers, gift givers, and those looking for that special something to create a cozy, interesting, and beautiful home. Dara Schuman is a ceramicist working full-time out of The Digs Chicago, a nonprofit, artist-run

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01:03:43

Episode 165: The story of The Understudy Coffee &...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/09/20

This week we are joined by Danny Fender and Adam Crawford, co-founders of The Understudy theatre bookstore and specialty coffeshop at 5531 N Clark. Named in honor of all the hidden work it takes to make a play happen, The Understudy is dedicated to celebrating, fostering, and uplifting artistry in our community in all its forms. Whether you’re discovering a new playwright, trying their latest single-origin coffee, or sharing thoughts in one of their book clubs, they create endless opportunities to

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Episode 164: The Story of Bloom & Belong with Hina...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/09/12

This week we are joined by Hina Pitroda, founder of Bloom & Belong. Hina works with people to reduce stress, and find joy and awe in their lives. This includes taking preventative steps to attend to your whole health—movement, sleep, perspective, food, relationships/connections, and more. Her approach is compassionate, strengths based, and rooted in mindfulness through 1:1 coaching, as well as group coaching classes in mindfulness and self compassion and supporting people towards the goal of

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Episode 163: The 40th Anniversary of Strange Cargo...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/09/06

This week we are joined by Jay Schwartz, Owner of Andersonville’s custom T-shirt mainstay store Strange Cargo to discuss their history and celebrate 40 years of Strange Cargo! Strange Cargo has been a premier location for custom t-shirts since 1983. Strange Cargo is known for their extensive selection of customizable t-shirt options as well as their personable nature and sense of humor, commonly combining their custom t-shirt skills with an politically topical irreverent humor often showcased in

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Episode 162: The Story of Learn Swedish Now with...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/08/29

This week we are joined by Jessica Tovesson, founder of Learn Swedish Now, LLC and a board member at the Swedish American Chamber of Commerce (SACC) in Chicago. Learn Swedish Now, LLC provides Swedish language educational services. Private lessons are customized with individual lesson plans and the conversational group classes are offered at multiple levels of proficiency. The customers are individuals, corporations, government organizations, and private industries to fit everyone's unique learning

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01:05:34

Episode 161: The Story of Big City Optical South...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/08/02

This week we are joined by Socorro King, General Manager of Big City Optical Andersonville South location at 5301 N Clark. Big City Optical is a privately owned Chicago optical practice with locations around Chicago offering optical services including annual eye exams, pediatric exams, Lasik consultations, and any number of medical optical needs while also providing a fashionable selection of eyewear. Socorro tells us all about this family owned small business and busts some of the myths and

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Episode 160: The Story of Rare Form/The Twentieth...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/07/26

This week we are joined by Emma Lewis, Owner of Rare Form/The Twentieth, a pop-up art and vintage shop based in Chicago. Emma works to digitally restore and reinterpret 100 year-old designs to create unique greeting cards, stationery , and more. She seeks to empower and affirm others with a brand that combines vintage images with unapologetic contemporary feminist language and over-the-top messages of affirmation. She plans to open her first brick and mortar store - called Rare Form in Andersonville

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Episode 159: The Story of Chicagoland Exotic Animal...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/07/18

This week, Charlie and Colman are joined by Jessica Katz, Founder and Executive Director of Chicagoland Exotic Animal Rescue. CLEAR’s mission is to rescue and rehabilitate abandoned and stray bird, reptile, and fish species that are commonly found in the pet trade, and rehome them to a household that will be the very best fit for their needs. CLEAR also strives to educate the community about the unique care needs of these uncommon pets. CLEAR was first conceptualized by Jessica Katz during her

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Episode 158: The Story of Mozart Immersive and Live @...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/07/12

Today we are joined by Maria Shclover, Producer of the Mozart Immersive Soul of a Genius exhibit and the Live @ Lighthouse Chicago Jazz series shows. Mozart Immersive: The Soul of a Genius takes the immersive medium in a new and exciting direction utilizing the latest technology to amplify timeless music. Mozart Immersive stands out from previous Lighthouse Immersive productions in that Mozart’s ingenious compositions are the primary focus; with captivating visuals built around the auditory

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Episode 157 - The Story of Swell Virtual Assistance...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/07/05

This week, Charlie and Colman are joined by Stephanie Weddell, Owner and CEO of Swell Virtual Assistance. Swell Virtual Assistance provides administrative, communication, and marketing services for small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and entrepreneurs. A virtual assistant provides business services on a contract, remote basis. By working with a virtual assistant, your company gains access to increased resources when hiring a full or part-time employee is not feasible. Find more about

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Episode 156 - The Story of The Selfhelp Home with...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2023/03/29

This week, Laura and Charlie are joined by Efrat Dallal, Chief Marketing officer of the Selfhelp Home. Near Lake Michigan, The Selfhelp Home has housed Chicago's retiring Jewish Seniors since 1951. The retirement community offers a continuum of care services within a historic multi-story building that originally housed Holocaust refugees. Closeby, residents can enjoy lakeside activities, hit the putting greens, play a game of tennis, explore the gardens, or simply relax at the beach on sunny days

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Episode 155 -The story of the Small Business Saturday...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2022/11/07

Small Business Saturday was founded by American Express in 2010 and received national attention as a Shop Small Movement. Did you know that a study done in 2004 titled The Andersonville Study of Retail Economics was used as the supporting document for the movement? We hope you enjoy this episode featuring Lynn Mooney, Co-owner of Women and Children First, in conversation with former ACC Executive Director, Ellen Shepard and co-founder of Women and Children First Bookstore, Ann Christophersen. When

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Episode 154 - The story of Care for Real with Gregory...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2021/09/08

This week, David and Nate welcome Executive Director, Gregory Gross from Care For Real. Care For Real has been serving the Greater Edgewater and surrounding northside communities for 50 years. They provide free programs and services to our neighbors in need including food distribution using a client choice model, deliveries to the homebound, a clothing shop, a pet pantry, a lending library, case management referrals and an Employment Resource Center to help clients self stabilize and get back on

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Episode 153 - The story of Chicago Waldorf School

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2021/09/01

This week, Kaylee and Nate welcome teachers and administration from Chicago Waldorf School. Chicago Waldorf provides a diverse PreK-12th grade education that supports the development of self-directed young adults dedicated to the pursuit of ongoing learning and eager to contribute positively to the global society of the 21st century. Teachers in Waldorf schools are dedicated to generating an inner enthusiasm for learning within every child. This eliminates the need for competitive testing, academic

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Episode 152 - The story of Song Chae of First...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2021/08/25

This week, Kaylee talks to Song Chae, Business Development Manager at Founders First Capital Partners. The company focuses on supporting businesses led by women, ethnic minorities, and military veterans, inclusive teams and businesses located in low to moderate income areas. From being an events specialist to a current innovative team member committed to creating a thriving and inclusive economy, Song can do it all.

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Episode 151 - The story of Fad2Fresh with Alex Jones...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2021/08/18

This week, Kaylee and David are joined by Alex Jones and Abby Millner, owners of Fad2Fresh, the fan favorite vintage swag from the 80s, 90s, and early 00s that has joined us for our Andersonville Vintage Market. Fad2Fresh offers the most bodacious and extreme selection of vintage shirts and memorabilia on the north side of Chicago and suburbs. If you are looking for your favorite Chicago Bulls shirt or your Ecto Cooler tank top from twenty years ago, you will find it at Fad2Fresh.

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Episode 150 - The story of Land and Lake with Joel...

Always Andersonville: The Podcast ·

2021/08/04

This week, we are joined by Joel Porter of Land & Lake Restaurant. Joel is the General Manager of Land & Lake, a local restaurant that focuses on serving a variety of approachable American classics using locally sourced ingredients. Their bar menu focuses primarily on local and regional beer and liquors and American made wine!

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