In this episode: An amendment to the Defense Appropriations Bill would have taken away the decision making process about whether to prosecute a sexual assault away from military commanders. But last minute, Sen. Carl Levin removed the amendment, meaning for now we must still rely on military authority to sort out the 26,000 sexual assaults a year in our armed services. Hosts Molly Adams and Brian Babylon talk to friends of the show Veronica Arreola and Mikki Kendall. Mikki’s experience serving in the US Army adds some very personal insight to the conversation.

Then, how many of you remember watching Disney movies as a kid and thinking you wanted to grow up to be a princess and find your prince just like Cinderella? Well, some people see it as a problematic dynamic. WBEZ blogger Leah Pickett spoke with Jesse Menendez about one of her recent articles: “How Growing Up Disney Shapes Gender Roles.’

Later, we get to know DJ and record label founder Shred One in a regular Overdrive segment “Wise Woman of the Week.”

We close the show with a mix by DJ / producer Little Louie Vega. Tune in.

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Karen: “We had to meet certain requirements as to food. We couldn’t use butter or salt.”
Luis and Shantell: “NO BUTTER, NO SALT?!”
Luis: “That’s all I cook with! Every day!”

Luis and Shantell had five culinary arts students from George Washington High School. The students in studio: Leonard Gutierrez, Leon Sanchez, Marina Nava, Vanessa Arnold, and Karen Rivera are competing in the national “Cooking Up Change” competition in the nation’s capital. The students talk about the big competition, their favorite dishes to make, and their celebrity inspirations. They even give some culinary advice to Luis and Shantell.

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In just under two years, The Orwells have released an official full-length and an EP, with yet another full-length on its way. With shredding garage blues guitars and thumping drums the band has burst out of basement shows and into rock clubs throughout Chicago and beyond, and now the big stage at Lollapalooza awaits them. Not too bad for a bunch of 18 year olds out of Elmhurst, IL?!

Live From Studio 10 airs Tuesdays at 8pm CST on Vocalo 90.7 FM (CHI) / 89.5 FM (NWI) and Vocalo.org, and features emerging local bands and music artists (with the occasional national act stopping by). No other station brings you this much local music, and no other show in the region does it live. The show is hosted by Jesse Menendez, produced by Fyodor Sakhnovski and engineered by Adam Yoffe. Subscribe to the podcast here: bitly.com/vocaloLFS10

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Swedish electro pop group Kate Boy is on their first US tour. The group stopped by the studio to chat with Jesse Menendez about the reception of their music in the US, their aim to mix pop music with darker monochrome aesthetics, and the origin of the androgynous Kate Boy mascot.

The MusicVox airs weekdays 6-8 PM on 90.7 FM (CHI) / 89.5 (NWI) /www.vocalo.org

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It seems like no one does charity as fun as Terrence Chappell. The nightlife and society columnist talks about his upcoming performance in “Dancing with the Queer Stars.” The proceeds of the event will go toward sending 10-20 students to the Anita Davis Dance Camp and features celebrated individuals from the LGBTQ community.

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NY based punk disco band !!! (Chk Chk Chk) are on tour in support of their fifth studio album Thr!!!er. Singer Nic Offer joined Jesse Menendez on the line. He talked about religious apathy, the timing of political songs, and getting hipsters to dance.

The MusicVox airs weekdays 6-8 PM on 90.7 FM (CHI) / 89.5 (NWI) /www.vocalo.org

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Hip Hop group Flobots has continued to assert their socio-political views on their latest album, The Circle In The Square. Jesse Menendez spoke with the band’s founder, Jonny 5 about their stand out hit, Handlebars, their relationship with their fans and their work with Denver’s at risk youth.

You can catch the band this Sunday, 6/9 at Mayne Stage in Chicago.

The MusicVox airs weekdays 6-8 PM on 90.7 FM (CHI) / 89.5 (NWI) /www.vocalo.org

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In this episode: With 25 different books reaching #1 on the New York Times Bestseller list, the prolific author Dean Koontz joined AMp hosts Brian Babylon and Molly Adams to talk about his experience as one of the most recognizable names in American fiction and his latest book, “Deeply Odd,” which is a story about a clairvoyant young man who tries to prevent crime that hasn’t happened yet.

In just under two years, The Orwells have released an official full-length and an EP, with yet another full-length on its way. With shredding garage blues guitars and thumping drums the band has burst out of basement shows and into rock clubs throughout Chicago and beyond, and now the big stage at Lollapalooza awaits them. Not too bad for a bunch of 18 year olds out of Elmhurst, IL?! The band joined Jesse Menendez for an interview and a live performance at the Jim and Maybe Performance Studio.

We close the show with a groovin’ set from DJ Mark Farina.

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A couple of weeks ago, our “man about town” Terrence Chappell told us about a competition for a spot in a calendar he was entering. Well it turns out that Terrence had what it took to represent one of the months of the year in Fred Says’ benefit calendar. He talks about the photo shoot and the importance of raising funds for the nonprofit, which provides resources for teens affected by HIV.

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One of Chicago’s most vibrant MC’s, she’s the First Lady of Rhymesayers, an educator, a socially conscious lyricist, Psalm One spreads positivity in hip hop while bringing attention to troubling issues in urban communities. We’re pleased to welcome the talented rapper in our studio for a special performance with her live band!

Live From Studio 10 airs every Wednesday at 8pm CST on Vocalo 90.7 FM (CHI) / 89.5 FM (NWI) and Vocalo.org, and features emerging local bands and music artists (with the occasional national act stopping by). No other station brings you this much local music, and no other show in the region does it live. The show is hosted by Jesse Menendez, produced by Fyodor Sakhnovski and engineered by Adam Yoffe. Subscribe to the podcast here: bitly.com/vocaloLFS10

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Chicago’s post-punk / neo-soul superstar JC Brooks and his band The Uptown Sound have released a followup to their last successful “Want More.” The new album, Howl, deviates slightly from the upbeat energy of their previous releases and delves into a more subdued, darker side of rock and new wave, yet still with plenty of soul. JC Brooks joined Jesse Menendez on The MusicVox to discuss the album.

The MusicVox airs weekdays 6-8 PM on 90.7 FM (CHI) / 89.5 (NWI) /www.vocalo.org

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