 “Oscar Micheaux -The Superhero of Black Film Making” is a useful documentary film contribution to the library of Black History subjects placing Micheaux into the pantheon of individuals who contributed to the rise of twentieth century African American culture and ultimately, in a more “woke” sense, to the fabric of American culture as a whole.

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Episode 115: "Oscar Micheaux" Documentary Film Review and Commentary

The 57th Annual Chicago Film Festival brought together two interestingly similar subjects, Mayor Harold Washington who became Chicago’s first African American mayor and Mayor Pete Buttigieg who was the mayor of nearby South Bend, Indiana who went on to become the first openly gay candidate for United States President.“Punch 9 for Harold Washington” and “Mayor Pete” are each in their own way stories of outsiders who triumphed over adversity and a look at our ever shifting political climate and changing social values.

Episode 114: Mayors Harold and Pete | Chicago International Film Festival | Film Reviews

Physically debilitated due to a childhood injury purposely inflicted by his mentally impaired father, an aspiring pianist is virtually paralyzed on one side of his body and unable to use his right hand. “For the Left Hand” an inspiring documentary is available for virtual viewing as part of the Chicago International Film Festival.

Episode 113: For the Left Hand | Documentary Film Review

Pre-opening preview review of “Broadcast Signal Intrusion” inspired by a true Chicago mystery and capsule reviews of SHORTS 1 a collection of 8 short subjects produced by filmmakers with ties to the Chicago area. Featuring works Winning in America, Close Ties to Home Country, Sink, Monochromatic Dreams, Get Well Soon, Speck of Dust, By the Time I Reach Him, and The Year I Went Looking for Birds by Amrita Singh, Akanksha Cruczynski, Curtis Matzke, Ashley Thompson, Simo Ezoubeiri, Kristen Butile, JP Olsen, Brian Zahm, Meg Walsh, and Danny Carroll.

Episode 112: Chicago International Film Festival Reviews

In this Chicago based documentary “The Road Up” Mr. Jesse  part teacher, part preacher, part drill sergeant guides a class of mostly middle aged job seekers through a training course designed to raise their self-esteem and hone their skills to improve their readiness for employment. Winner of the Audience Award for Best Documentary at the Chicago International Film Festival 2020. 

Episode 111: The Road Up | Documentary Film Review

“Live at Mr. Kelly’s” is a bit of Chicago history that with each passing day fades further into obscurity. Thankfully this film has made an effort to stop the clock and capture a snapshot of the past from a few of those who were there to witness it in its heyday.

Episode 110: Live at Mr. Kelly's | Documentary Film | Review

There's plenty to love about this "Pagliacci" production with its backstage views and enjoyable melodies. Available for viewing online. Listen to this podcast review to learn more.

Episode 108: Lyric Opera of Chicago's Streaming "Pagliacci"| Review

Chicago native Ira Deutchman produces documentary film “Searching for Mr. Rugoff.”

Episode 107: Searching for Mr. Rugoff | Film Review

Reno Lovison talks with master energy healer, actor, performer Richard Damien about his one man autobiographical stage production based on his book "A Monk in the World." Richard grew up in Chicago and reminisces about his experiences in the city as a young actor and his transformation to energy healer and intuitive life coach.

Episode 106: A Monk in the World * Chicago Native Richard Damien

Seven time Jeopardy champion Chicago resident Brian Chang talks about his experience as a contestant on the popular game show and his activities in the Windy City before engaging in some local trivia.

Episode 104: Chicago Jeopardy Champion Brian Chang

Mark and Sarah Mosley the co-directors of the Windy City Winds Chicago community orchestra share segments from a few of the band's recordings, talk with Reno Lovison about music and their life then enjoy a little Chicago music trivia.

Episode 103: Interview Mark & Sarah Mosley | Windy City Winds | Chicago

Regina Harris Baiocchi is a celebrated African-American female composer and poet born, raised and currently living in Chicago. This discussion sheds light on her journey as an artistic creative force and how she has been shaped by her experiences in the Windy City.

Episode 2: Conversation with Chicago Composer Regina Harris Baiocchi

This ninety minute version of the icon fish tale produced by Chicago based Theatre in the Dark captures the essence of Herman Melville’s classic seafaring novel including vivid descriptions of the elusive and menacing great white whale itself.

Episode 97: Moby Dick ... in the dark Podcast Review

Podcast theater review of Chicago based Theatre in the Dark's 2020 audio presentation of "A Christmas Carol."

Episode 96: Christmas Carol in the Dark Theater Review

This is a summary of the news for the beginning of December 2020.+ New Van Gogh exhibit coming to North Side+ Pandemic inspires luxury restaurants to offer takeout+ High School senior distributes warm blankets to homeless+ DoorDash gives half a million dollars in grants to area restaurantsand much more Chicago neighborhood news.For over a century Inside Publications newspapers have made a difference by making Chicagoans aware of issues that impact their neighborhoods.We are pleased to continue our alliance with Inside Publications to present summaries of articles that have appeared in the Inside-Booster, News –Star, and the Skyline Newspapers.

Episode 95: Chicago Neighborhood News Summary

An eclectic Chicago oriented podcast curated by Reno Lovison showcasing multicultural and age diverse people, music, art, theater reviews and events sometimes related to our clients and friends. We want to give you an idea of what we enjoy, and what we experience living in "The Windy City."

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