Out Chicago (Featured Interviews)

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Kat Abughazaleh , Democratic candidate for Congress in the 9th District of Illinois. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show: – Coco Soodek of  Q Force , an organization and community for queer and allied Chicagoans fighting to embolden Democrats and defeat Republicans – Director Ayanna Bria Bakari and playwright Paul Michael Thomson of The Story Theatre production of “Pot Girls, ” playing February 12-March 1 at Raven Theatre’s Schwartz Stage, 6157 N. Clark Street i...

Scott Duff and guest co-host Tania Richard are joined by John Parker and Jim Pounds of KTNF Minneapolis’s “ The Gaily Show ,” weeknights at 10:00 p.m. Central on WCPT. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/li...

Scott Duff and guest co-host Tania Richard are joined by August Spree , senior manager of special events at  AIDS Foundation Chicago ; “ World of Chocolate ,” benefiting AIDS Foundation Chicago, takes place Friday, February 27 at Artifact Events, 4325 N. Ravenswood Avenue in Chicago. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsig...

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by photographer  Kelli Connell . The exhibit “Living With Modernism: Kelli Connell” opens January 24 at the Elmhurst Art Museum . Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/li...

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Dr. Lindsay Doyle , LGBTQ+ affirming licensed clinical psychologist at Chicago Therapy Collective . Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Owen Keehnen , author of "Gay Chicago Memories: 1300 N. Wells." Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Channyn Lynne Parker , CEO of  Equality Illinois . Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Suzy Eddie Izzard , British stand-up comedian, actor and activist. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's show: –   Channyn Lynne Parker, CEO of  Equality Illinois –   Suzy Eddie Izzard , British stand-up comedian, actor and activist –   Owen Keehnen , author of “Gay Chicago Memories: 1300 N. Wells" Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show:...

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Anne Friedman , executive director of  Gay For Good , a national organization that mobilizes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) and ally volunteers to promote diversity, foster inclusion and strengthen ties to the broader community. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.c...

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Marj Halperin , Democratic analyst and political commentator on “The Mincing Rascals” podcast. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by John Parker and Jim Pounds , co-hosts of “ The Gaily Show ,” which originates from  KTNF-Minneapolis and airs weeknights at 10:00 Central on WCPT. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ S...

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Ken Mejia-Beal of  The LGBTQ+ Victory Fund  and  Youth Outlook . Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Jeff Copeland , author of “ Love You Madly, Holly Woodlawn .” Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago).   Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Anthony Rapp , star of “ Anthony Rapp: Home for the Holidays ,” December 17-20 at The Joan & Paul Theatre in Chicago. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Colin Kelty , co-founder of Stars & Garters retro entertainment venue (3914 N. Clark St. in Chicago). Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Christine Brandes , soprano-turned-conductor; she is conducting “ Falstaff ” at Chicago’s Studebaker Theater, December 3-7. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/list...

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller replay a 2023 interview with singer-songwriter Paul Williams.  Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Christopher Pazdernik , Jeff Award-winning director and producer, and managing director of  Season of Concern , an organization founded in 1987 to support Chicago theater practitioners afflicted with AIDS and AIDS-related illnesses; today they act as the short-term emergency fund for Chicago’s theater community. Catch “Out Chicago” S...

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Asher McMaher , executive director of  Trans Up Front IL . Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Tara Mallen , artistic director  of  Rivendell Theatre Ensemble , on their 30th anniversary season and December 9 benefit screening of “ Ghostlight .” Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/sc...

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by acclaimed tenor  Russell Thomas  of Lyric Opera of Chicago; he is currently appearing in “ Cavalleria rusticana & Pagliacci ” through November 23. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/sc...

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Karen Reitan , president and CEO of the  Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago . Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by Lesley Ann Warren ,‬ Oscar and Golden Globe nominee, who hosted “ Clue: The Movie 40th Anniversary Screening ,” November 16 at Chicago’s Studebaker Theater. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Support the show: https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/...