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 Artist, journalist and burlesque performance Chasity Chaos dropped in on Fem Weds to talk about why taking your clothes off is sexy and powerful! We started by talking about the difference between burlesque and stripping and laid out some expectations and stereotypes people have about burlesque. Lorrell K called in to talk about power structures.

We next got deeper into the Chicago burlesque scene and body and ethnicity stereotypes with Maiden Sacrifice, another Chicago performer and organizer.

Lastly, we talked about the coming movie Burlesque, with Xtina Aguilera and Cher, and how burlesque is going mainstream. Buster from Valparaiso called in to reveal his new found enthusiasm for the art.

  

  

What Is Thursday?

Vocalo Thursdays is your guide to local art, music, entertainment and culture in Chicago and Northwest Indiana. Tune in every Thursday to hear from local artists and folks in the know who will share stories and give you some tips for the weekend. LISTEN LIVE.

Fresh Local Art & Music Thursday Picks

  

"The Color of Style" auhor David Zyla »

Author and fashion designer for All my Children David Zyla stopped by the Vocalo.org studios to talk with Luis about finding your "true colors" through his new book The Color of Style.

  

Black History is new to History Books? »

Dr. Joanne Roberts is the Education Manager of the Chicago Public Schools. She stopped in to Vocalo to talk about Black History Month. Apparently, it wasn't even in the History books until recently. Also, Even though its Black History Month, most schools don't use it to teach Black History.

Ric Jilla, talks about life in IND and his music. »

Ric Jilla is the pride of Indiana. He checked in with Vocalo.org to talk about his new tracks "Personal Trainer" and Wheels Spinnin". They've both been getting major play on commercial radio.

Fly Phoenix LIVE in the studio with Brian Babylon on vocalo.org » 

A band known for its eclectic musical repertoire and their soulful delivery, Fly Phoenix are proving they are not your typical band.

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Vocalo Music Map:

The 2010 Vocalo Music Map is a snap shot of local music, past and present. We’ll be updating it throughout Feb. Have suggestions? Send them to steve@vocalo.org.

Vocalo Ticket Giveaways:

For the latest updates on Vocalo giveaways, check back often at "Win Free Tix" for the latest FREE TIX, and FREE STUFF giveaways. Win tickets to concerts, theater, festivals, and more.

Event Shout Out:

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The Women's Word podcast debut!  Every month the women of YWCA will bring you diverse stories from South Side Chicago.  This episode:  Should women "man" up?!