Tag: Chicago

It's Simply A Matter Of Acclimation

It's Simply A Matter Of Acclimation
Earlier this evening, I decided to take a walk after work.  Full disclosure, I recently started tracking my steps. Yes, I know. I used to laugh at pedometer people too.  However, I read a series of articles that said walking is healthy, or something like that, and that 10,000 steps was a healthy bar for... Read more »
By Dion McGill,
Tuesday at 11:13 pm • 

Chicago Mayoral Candidates Discuss The Great Displacement

Monday night, I had the pleasure of attending the mayoral forum “The Great Displacement: Candidate Forum on Reversing African-American Pushout and Building a Chicago for the Many,” hosted by the Chicago Teachers Union. Up to this point, I had not seen any of the previous mayoral debates or forums, so I was excited to see,... Read more »
By Dion McGill,
November 20, 2018 at 8:21 am • 

Once Upon A Time, I Was A Musician: Part 1

Once Upon A Time, I Was A Musician: Part 1
A buddy of mine from the Army sent me a photo from a metal show the other day.   It was an Oceano/Whitechapel show.  I was super impressed that he remembered that I dig those types of bands.  More importantly, the mention of Oceano brought back some wicked memories.  Allow me to explain.  I’ve been very fortunate... Read more »
By Dion McGill,
November 11, 2018 at 5:38 pm • 
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Dear Kanye, I Voted Yesterday.

Dear Kanye, I Voted Yesterday.
Dear Kanye, I’ve never self identified as a Democrat, however I voted yesterday; A straight Democratic ticket. The Republican Party has demonstrated itself wholly unaccepting of who I am as a person, and have embraced characters I perceive as vile, and threatening to so many people I care about. I have significant people in my... Read more »
By Dion McGill,
October 30, 2018 at 8:12 pm • 

Staring Down The Barrel of Mega Millions

It’s currently 9:15pm. In 45 minutes, someone’s life will change. Forever. I’m slightly ashamed to admit that I wish to be that person. Yes, I bought a Mega Millions ticket. I bought 10 actually, but only 8 of them are mine. 2 belong to my friend Tricia. Ah Tricia…how do I describe her. Friend. Platonic.... Read more »
By Dion McGill,
October 19, 2018 at 9:34 pm • 

The Very Best of Hump!: Chicago Edition

The Very Best of Hump!: Chicago Edition
Have you been to Hump Fest??? If not, what are you waiting for? This past Friday, I had the pleasure of attending the Very Best Of Hump 2008-2017 tour on it’s Chicago stop at the lovely Music Box Theater. Now, if you haven’t heard of Hump Fest, you’ve been missing out.  Hump Fest is the... Read more »
By Dion McGill,
October 18, 2018 at 6:00 am • 
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Jason Van Dyke is Guilty!

Jason Van Dyke is Guilty!
I needed some time to process before posting this one.  What do you say about a monumental shift that rocks an entire city? The entire city held it’s collective breath as we waited for the verdict in the Jason Van Dyke trial. So many fears were resting on the history of the city. In Chicago,... Read more »
By Dion McGill,
October 8, 2018 at 12:00 pm • 

Throwback Monday: Riot Fest Day 3 of 3

Throwback Monday: Riot Fest Day 3 of 3
OK…So, I’m not sure if this counts as a throwback since I never published it.  So yes,  this one is delayed. I have no excuses, other than I have a job, and a very active lifestyle.  It’s 11:15pm and I got home a little while ago. Started my work day at 7:30am, proceeded to jiu... Read more »
By Dion McGill,
October 2, 2018 at 6:00 am • 

A Perspective on the Bill Cosby Case

A Perspective on the Bill Cosby Case
This Bill Cosby thing was on my mind all morning. When I refer to this “thing”, I’m referring to this outpouring of sympathy across my social media for his sentencing, and for the fact that he could quite possibly die in jail. I just don’t get it. The man had 60 accusers, spanning decades. Now, I’m a... Read more »
By Dion McGill,
September 26, 2018 at 11:13 pm • 
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Riot Fest: Day 2 Of 3!

Riot Fest: Day 2 Of 3!
Good morning friends! People say I’m a good writer, but half the time, I have no idea how to start a post.  So, let’s just cut through the bullshit: Day 2 of Riot Fest Was amazing!!! Holy crap!  I felt like I was 20-years-old again, and let me assure you, I’m closer to 40 than... Read more »
By Dion McGill,
September 16, 2018 at 10:27 am •