South Side Pod completes a full year and takes a look back at their favorite moment of 2021. Meanwhile the guys navigate the holiday insanity from malls to movies. Join us for a super-sized episode with guests, stories and news from Blue Island, Beverly, Palos, Evergreen Park, Alsip, Lemont, Tinley…
Looking for Santa? What about Ugly Christmas Sweater Parties? Maybe a free Holiday Concert? We have pretty much everything going on from now until Christmas on the South Side packed into "30 Minutes of Good!" Plus, try a local beer that feels like a wine & meet the founder and…
We here at South Side Pod have avoided the most controversial topic we could think of for long enough. It is time to wade into the debate over the Best Pizza on the South Side. We split into categories and throw out some solid nominations for the best pizzas you…
We're visiting with Horse Thief Hollow in Beverly this episode to learn about a pioneer brewery that does things their way. From award-winning beers to local art sales to a daring new southern menu, they have a fresh and unique spot on the south side. There are also Christmas festivals…
During the holiday season we try to remember those that may be struggling. Meet a south side group trying to make a difference in Blue Island and Robbins. Take a trip with us back to One Allegience Brewing in Chicago Ridge to taste a beer created in a crawlspace, and…
The Stockyard Kilty Band is 100 years old, and there is no possible way you haven't seen them in person at some point in your life if you live on the South Side. Celebrate with them this weekend at their 100th Anniversary Tartan Ball. We also visit an excellent brewery…
We visit Evil Horse Brewing Company at the most southern point of the Dixie Highway Brewery Trail to try out a hazy IPA and meet Vets On Horses. SSGT Donald Ibarra is a veteran of the US Marine Corps explains why he wants to leave no veteran behind. After a…
An attempt to wear cargo shorts year-round regardless of the weather leads to a trip to Orland Square Mall. John Brand from Open Outcry Brewing Company in the Beverly and Morgan Park area joins us to talk barrel-aged stouts, his favorite spots to hang on the South Side & what…
It is hard to figure out where to find the best on the South Side. We have a plan that includes a declaration of several of the area's best things. We also have Halloween weekend events from Blue Island, Palos Hills, Evergreen Park, Chicago Ridge, Justice, Crestwood and more! And…
Spend an afternoon in Lemont with Pollyanna Brewing Company. Meet the brewer (Brian) and the financial wiz (Ryan) behind a south side brewery with three locations and a ton of awards in just seven years of existence. Jason Berry also pops in with a list of reasons you should check…
We catch up with John Brand and Open Outcry Brewing at Evergreen Park's Oktoberfest to talk about two seasonal offerings they were pouring. Stephen Nelson of MLB Network and NHL Network tells us about his new role with the Chicago Blackhawks. We find women of all ages doing double-dutch in…
This week we break the Facebook algorithm because the South Side has too much going on to be wasting time online. Meet a first time Chicago Marathon runner who will drink craft beer with anyone who decides to train with him for an afternoon. Local musician Joe Rian returns for…
This week we travel to Blue Island and the Double Play Saloon to learn about this year's upcoming "Putts and Pints" event that combines mini-golf with a bar crawl for a great cause. We're also in Lemont for Pollyanna Brewing Company's Oktoberfest. Local musician Joe Rian plays a tune at…
This episode kicks off with a rundown of different Oktoberfest events from Lemont to Blue Island to Evergreen Park. Then we talk with one of two south side moms who started a supply drive for homeless veterans. Later we visit with new management overseeing a local American Legion that will…
We sit down with a Knights of Columbus chapter in their Mount Greenwood clubhouse to talk about an upcoming annual charity drive involving every chapter on the South Side. A big Rib Festival returns this year with great bands, great food and a little trash talk between competitors at our…
Do you like beer? Do you like running? Would you run for beer? We talk with Kelly Devine Rickert, who is throwing an upcoming "Run To Pub" event including three south side breweries. Speaking of breweries, we travel to Open Outcry Brewing Company in the Beverly-Morgan Park area to sample…
The professionals and aspiring amateurs all gather at one south side location when it is time to toss some bags. We visit the cornhole capital that is Davern's Tavern in Justice. Meanwhile the guys get into a musical argument after one of them bashes the Foo Fighters. And can you…
This week we learn about a quirky new South Side event that involves typewriters and (possibly) Tom Hanks. Chris takes a trip to Cork & Kerry At The Park for some fun with White Sox fans. Plus, a comedian priest has captured the imagination of some tiny fans. We've got…
'Tis the season to go to anything from a large summer concert festival to a local live music performance. The guys share stories, give solid advice and have some fun wondering if Limp Bizkit can be harmful to your health. Our friend Lauren Koszola from Palos Heights also has some…
A big south side carnival that was previously cancelled is suddenly happening all weekend long. We have festivals, carnivals, fireworks & free live music from Lemont to Blue Island to Evergreen Park and in-between! This week we get a carnival preview from a local priest. The guys also review a…
We take a trip to Rabid Brewing in Homewood to explore possibly the most unique brewery you'll ever visit. Is it the art? Is it the vibe? Is it the way they make their beer? Plus, when a south sider tries to trick his wife, he ends up playing the…
The tradition that is the Papa Hops 16" Softball Tournament (https://papahops.org/) is this weekend. Tommy and Liam Hopkins belly up to our bar to talk about the incredible event! Thirty-two teams will play for one title in a single evening to support South Side families battling cancer. Bill also unveils…
It's that magical time of the year when the South Side starts blowing things up! (And it normally lasts a full month, unfortunately.) We have some fun events and live music for you this weekend. We also take a trip back to Blue Island Beer Company for a new summer…
Frank Finnegan, Mayor of Hometown, has a bone to pick with South Side Pod. So, we got him a barstool at our basement bar to work it all out and learn a little about his town. Tinley Park has done away with requiring vehicle stickers! Village Clerk Nancy O'Connor explains…
