Off The Beaten Podcast

Dion McGill

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Join lifelong Chicagoan and caffeine fiend Dion McGill as he converses with the varied personalities that make Chicago an amazing city.

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#65 - I Didn‘t Meet a Mosh Pit I Didn‘t Like at Riot Fest 2021!!!

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10/21/21 • 36 min

Welcome back to a very special episode of Off The Beaten Podcast. I went and sat outside on the curb, enjoyed a beautiful fall day, and recounted the amazing time I had at Riot Fest 2021, which made it's triumphant return after being cancelled in 2020. Tune in to hear about all of my mosh pit adventures, and all the amazing bands I saw.
If you went to Riot Fest, drop me a line and let me know how your experience was, and what was your favorite band?

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#66 - Off The Beaten Podcast Invades the USA CBD Expo

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10/29/21 • 24 min

Hello Friends! So yesterday I had the privilege and pleasure of visiting the USA CBD Expo as a member of the press. It was a day without the general public to dive in and check out everything, and get a chance to talk to the people behind some of the newest, freshest and most innovative CBD companies and brands around.
I had an amazing time, and can't encourage you enough to go check out the expo this weekend (Friday and Saturday October 29 and 30th) and see it all for yourself. There are also panel discussions and classes to get you up to speed on the CBD scene.
Do you indulge in CBD? THC? Delta-8? Delta-10? Definitely slide into my DM's and let me know. I'd love to hear your thoughts on all of this.
Special thank you to everyone who took the time out of their busy day to talk with me. Please check out these brands below, and if you should make a purchase, be sure to tell them that OTBP sent you!

Note: In the original posting of this episode, I mentioned glaucoma as one of the ailments that CBD is used for. However, as of 2019, many doctors are recommending NOT to use CBD as a natural treatment for glaucoma. Here is more information on this recommendation: Eye Doctors Caution Against Using CBD as Glaucoma Remedy

Resources:

USA CBD Expo
Leafly
The Scientist - Documentary about the discoverer of THC
Zaza THC
Buddy Luv CBD Wellness
Lucy J's Prerolls
Plant Puff

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#67 - A Chat With Cade Kamaleson of Chicago Eco House

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11/26/21 • 33 min

Hello Friends! I've been sitting on this episode forever, and I'm so excited to get this episode out, and what more perfect time, when people will be getting flowers and wreaths to decorate their homes for the holidays, as well as honey to sweeten your various holiday teas.
This episode I had the pleasure of chatting with Cade Kamaleson, program officer of Chicago Eco House, a local flower farm located on the south and west sides of Chicago. This is a great conversation, and we talk about all of the awesome work the organization is doing. Listen and Share!

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#74 - Reflecting on Pride Month

Off The Beaten Podcast

07/02/22 • 44 min

Hello Friends!
While sitting and reflecting, it dawned on me I hadn't ever done an episode about Pride Month, which is a pretty big deal here in Chicago, so I took some time to reflect on some memories that tightly correlate in my head with the LGBTQIA+ community. It's story time!!!

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#63 - Summertime Chi

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07/20/21 • 9 min

First and foremost, if you're not signed up for the OTBP Newsletter, sign up immediately to get the Official OTBP 2021 Summer To-Do List. The contents in there is top secret! However, I decided to talk about a few #summertimechi events that didn't make the list, but that you all should know about.
What is your favorite Summertime Chicago activity? Slide into my DM's and let me know.
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Memorial Day 2022: Poetry and Remembrances

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05/30/22 • 21 min

Saying "Happy Memorial Day" always feels weird to me. However, allow me to offer my sincerest gratitude to all those who have loved ones you are remembering today. I offer my thoughts on Memorial Day, and some of my favorite poetry that commemorates this day.

Resources:

In Flanders Fields by John McCrae
The St. Crispin's Day Speech from Henry V
Military Times - Honor The Fallen: SGT Joshua Harris
Military Times - Honor The Fall: SSG Jason Vasquez
SGT Simone Asia Robinson 33rd IBCT Memorial
St. Crispin's Day Speech by the Cast of 'Band of Brothers'
Poem: The Answer by Lt. J. A. Armstrong

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#68 - Off The Beaten Podcast Went To France Y’all!!!

Off The Beaten Podcast

03/27/22 • 22 min

Hello Friends! Finally Off The Beaten Podcast has come back! It was a long cold winter, but we've come out of hibernation and kicking off Season 4 by bringing you up to speed on one of the more significant adventures I've had since I last posted.

This episode I talk a little bit about my fellowship in the University of Chicago Civic Leadership Academy, and more specifically, our global practicum to Paris France. We've gone international, and I drop a few tips and lessons for you travelers that I picked up on my adventure abroad.

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#75 - Talking Poetry and Life w/ Ydalmi Noriega

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08/19/22 • 62 min

Hello Friends!

For this episode I had the opportunity to sit down with Ydalmi Noriega. Ydalmi is a Chicago transplant, as well as the Vice President of Programs and Engagement for the Poetry Foundation. After recently being labeled as a person who is redefining what poetry looks like, I had to sit down and pick her brain about her journey, and about the wide world of poetry. Enjoy!

Resources:

Hispanic Executive: Ydalmi Noriega Is Redefining What Poetry Looks Like in America
Block Club Chicago: Words of Wonder Literary Festival Bringing ‘The Best’ Creatives To The South Side Saturday

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#30 - Say Her Name: Breonna Taylor

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10/04/20 • 53 min

Say Her Name!

Breonna Taylor

It becomes hard to think what to say about yet another miscarriage of justice in America, particularly as a black man. I hope this episode serves to inspire some conversation. I firmly believe we have to demand better from the system, as well as of ourselves.

After listening, please share this episode with your friends, and have some uncomfortable conversations with your friends and family, about how a threat justice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. Consider that your disruption.

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Resources:

NYT: What We Know About Breonna Taylor's Case and Death
USA Today: The 'very troubling' questions Kentucky's attorney general isn't answering on the Breonna Taylor decision
NYT: Breonna Taylor Case: What Does Wanton Endangerment Mean?
United States Department of Justice: Chicago Police Department Findings
ABC News: Court: City Must Pay For Claims Police Officers Planted Guns
PBS: Los Angeles Rampart Scandal
Chicago Tribune: Jon Burge and Chicago's Legacy of Police Torture
OTBP: Episode 27 - Talking Superman w/ Marq Withers
Nerdcage Live
KSDK: Full Breonna Taylor Press Conference

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#1 - The World Naked Bike Ride & Polyamory

Off The Beaten Podcast

09/05/19 • 131 min

Episode Notes

Hello friends!

Welcome to the first Episode of Off The Beaten Podcast! This week DION (@Dionsmusica) chats with admin assistant and college friend SARAH DIPRIMO (@iowatater), who was visiting the glorious city of Chicago to see New Kids on the Block. The pair intended to talk about the World Naked Bike Ride Chicago edition, and the conversation proceeded on to NKOTB, sexuality, sex, relationships, and ultimately polyamory.

Shout outs to SECONDHAND CURVES (@secondhandcurv1) and it's proprietor RACHEL CADIE (@curvesbossbabe) for selling sexy clothes to sexy women, also to ROBUST COFFFEE (@robustcoffee) for keeping me caffeine fueled. Support local businesses.

Check out the World Naked Bike Ride: chicagonakedride.org

Follow SARAH DIPRIMO on IG: instagram.com/iowatater
Follow SARAH DIPRIMO on Snapchat: snapchat.com/add/iowatater42

Follow SECONDHAND CURVES on Twitter: twitter.com/secondhandcurv1
Follow SECOND HAND CURVES on IG: instagram.com/secondhandcurves
Go to Secondhand Curves' website: secondhandcurves.com

Follow RACHEL CADIE on Twitter: twitter.com/curvesbossbabe
Follow RACHEL CADIE on IG: instagram.com/bigmamaboo

Follow ROBUST COFFEE on Twitter: twitter.com/robustcoffee
Follow ROBUST COFFEE on IG: instagram.com/robustcoffeelounge
Check out Robust's website: robustcoffeelounge.com

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Visit the Off The Beaten Podcast website: dionmcgill.podbean.com

Send Dion A Tweet: twitter.com/Dionsmusica
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Read Dion's Blog: Off The Beaten Path Blog

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Acknowledgements:

This show was recorded on a Blue Snowball microphone.

Intro music courtesy of: https://www.purple-planet.com. The place for royalty free music.

Podcast Artwork courtesy of HEATHER CALVERT (@HCAL23)

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How many episodes does Off The Beaten Podcast have?

Off The Beaten Podcast currently has 76 episodes available.

What topics does Off The Beaten Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, Personal Journals, Comedy and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Off The Beaten Podcast?

The episode title '#65 - I Didn‘t Meet a Mosh Pit I Didn‘t Like at Riot Fest 2021!!!' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Off The Beaten Podcast?

The average episode length on Off The Beaten Podcast is 42 minutes.

How often are episodes of Off The Beaten Podcast released?

Episodes of Off The Beaten Podcast are typically released every 10 days, 13 hours.

When was the first episode of Off The Beaten Podcast?

The first episode of Off The Beaten Podcast was released on Sep 3, 2019.

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Comments

Marq Withers

@pressplaymedia

Nov 30

One of my favorite podcasts to listen to on the drive in to work. As a former Chicagoan, this show keeps me tethered to the city I loved living in for almost a decade.

Dion McGill

@dionsmusica

May 30

I love This show, but I might be biased!!!

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