Chicago Back In The Day: Recent Episodes
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Join Walter and Pete as they rehash tales from Back in the Day of the Chicago area. Traditions like, Music, Food and Sports. Have an idea for a topic? Email pete@backintheday.blog
Chicago’s own Louis Trinca-Pasat joins Walter Brzeski and Pete Jansons on the Chicago Back in the Day Podcast to discuss Louis’ impressive life as a Lane Tech Football Grad, Iowa Football Star, St Louis Ram and more importantly a Spiritual LeaderKey Moments:0:001:47 Pre Show4:35 Show Start5:02 Cross Video11:28 Grew up In Lakeview19:04 Lane Tech Practice field gravel19:43 Laken Tomlinson23:00 Iowa visit25:55 Religion29:48 Michigan visit with Laken30:50 Lane Hangout places37:00 School Bus Indiana Religious34:14 Kinnick Stadium Experience36:35 Quitting?37:15 DL coach at Iowa40:12 Going up against Brandon Sherff42:30 Carl Davis44:06 Prep Bowl45:50 Draft Day47:10 Hero Subs47:40 Fave lunch at Lane48:27 Draft Party49:50 Free Agent Contract52:00 Laken Tomlinson54:00 Lions57:18 Marc Jacobs and Ben Jacobs Carolina Panthers57:52 Aaron Donald Weight Room59:10 Knee Injury OTA’s1:02:00 Detroit Lions1:03:00 Cross Story Religion1:08:00 Christreward.com1:9:51 Donate to LouisLouis Trinca-Pasat: A Glimpse into the Life of the Former American Football StarLouis Trinca-Pasat (Romanian: Trîncă-Păsat; born September 7, 1991) stands out as a former American football defensive end who showcased his prowess on the football field during his college years at Iowa.Early Years:Born and raised in Chicago, Trinca-Pasat graced the fields of Lane Technical College Prep High School, where his athletic abilities shone bright. Not limiting himself to just one sport, he lettered in football, basketball, track, and volleyball. Remarkably, Louis didn’t begin his journey as a tackle until college, having played as a tight end, linebacker, and wide receiver in his school years.At Lane, his leadership skills emerged as he captained the team in his senior year, even clinching the team MVP honors. Alongside Laken Tomlinson, a former teammate, Trinca-Pasat propelled Lane to the 2008 Chicago Public League football championship. His outstanding performance didn't go unnoticed, earning him the coveted MVP title in CPS football.His potential was evident early on, with Rivals.com ranking him as a three-star recruit and the No. 45 defensive end prospect for the class of 2010. With over 20 full-ride scholarship offers, Louis chose the Iowa Hawkeyes, favoring them over notable institutions such as Wisconsin, Michigan State, and Stanford.College Career:Trinca-Pasat's freshman year at the University of Iowa in 2010 saw him redshirted, with limited playing time the following year as he honed his skills and technique. However, by 2012, his sophomore year, Louis had made significant strides, registering 40 tackles. The next three seasons saw him start in all 38 games, peaking in 2014 with a career-best of 69 tackles. His commendable performances earned him the honorable mention All-Big Ten in 2013 and a spot in the 2nd Team All-Big Ten in 2014. In addition to his on-field prowess, Louis showcased academic excellence, receiving Academic All-Big Ten honors from 2012 to 2014.Professional Career:Post-college, the St. Louis Rams recognized Louis's potential, signing him as an undrafted free agent in May 2015. Although he faced challenges, including being released and then signed to the practice squad, and later a torn ACL in 2016, Louis displayed resilience and dedication throughout.Personal Life:Behind the athlete is a compelling personal story. Trinca-Pasat's identity as a first-generation Romanian-American ties back to his parents, Vasile and Estera. The duo bravely escaped communist-ruled Romania in the late 1980s, seeking a brighter future. Louis's journey, from Chicago's fields to the professional arenas, is a testament to their resilience and dreams.Through each phase of his life, Louis Trinca-Pasat's journey tells a tale of determination, skill, and the importance of roots. Whether on the football field or off, he remains an inspiration for many.
Hush Hush behind the scenes at Heart of Glass Blondie Tribute Band Practice First time Playing this song Jennifer can Rap
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Little known fact Rapture was the first commercially successful Rap Song
chicagobears #bobbydouglass #backintheday #chicago Chicago Bears legend Quarterback Bobby Douglass joins Walter Brzeski and Pete Jansons on the Chicago Back in the Day Podcast to about Chicago back in The Day.Key Moments:0:006:01 Playing at Wrigley Field7:33 Gayle Sayers8:10 Walter Payton10:24 Walter story Bobby Douglass Housing Renwick Atkins and Cedrick Alexander 12:29 Lineman today compared to back in the day13:34 Irving Park Y14:07 Bobby Douglass was ever Knocked Out15:00 90 yard pass was longest throw it’s the advantage of having strong arm17:00 San Diego Chargers Coach Don Coryell18:36 Brian Piccolo19:16 Was Brians Song accurate?20:50 Training camps back in the day22:36 Abe Gibron communication skills24:04 What was George Halas Like?26:34 Bears Draft 202327:52 Bobby Douglass pitching for the Chicago White Sox
Brad Altman and Pete Jansons go over the Late 1980's Chicago Music Scene and Experiences at the Cubby Bear
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Brad Altman and Pete Jansons go over Late 1980's Chicago Music Scene and Experiences at the Cubby Bear Have an Idea for a topic? Pete@backintheday.blog
Glenn Hamilton the prominent Lane Tech Alum stops by to chat with Butch and Pete regarding the New Lane Tech Principal Edwina Thompson (Glenn and Butch called it )
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Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Glenn Hamilton stops by to chat with Butch and Pete regarding the Lane Teach Logo Change
Glenn thank you for all the work you've done to help Lane Tech!
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Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Drummer Mike Zelenko chats with Pete Jansons about his experience with Material Issue and Material Reissue
Quotes:
"It was truly a band even though Jim wrote all the songs, we all got a third"
"Chicago music had an inferiority complex to NY and LA"
"That 79 Chevy van was just as important of a tool as any guitar or drum"
Topics:
- Documentary Out of Time the Material Issue story coming out this year!
- Cubby Bear, Metro, Lounge Ax, Batteries not included, Exit Jeff Kwatinez, Brad Altman, Joe Shanahan. Schuba's
- Mike went to Gordon Tech and his band Screaming Nun came in 2nd at "Battle of the Bands"
- Van life before van life was cool
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Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Gregg Horan Managing Partner at Gibsons Restaurant Group joined Walter "Butch" Brzeski and Pete Jansons to talk about working in Wrigleyville back in the day
Some of the quotes:
"Wrigleyville was edgier back then"
"That Wrigleyville neighborhood made a lot of us"
"Days of the warm beer and cold stares"
"You go from having the best 1st Quarter Gibsons ever had to be shut down on St Patrick Day"
Some of the many topics touched on:
- How Greg and the Gibsons Group Managed through Covid
- Gibsons new partnership with WCK and Chef Jose Andres
- Market Overdrive Show Gregg Hosts
- Gibsons many charity efforts
- Opening Ralph Lauren restaurant in NY
- Many Succesful people came out of Cubby Bear under the tutelage of George Loukas
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Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Note: was practiced only one day
Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Michael Yerke of Live Nation stopped by to chat with me about booking music "Back In The Day" He's still a cool dude!
We talked about how he grew up on The NW Side of Chicago, went to Weber and then DePaul. His Bands Maybe Definitely and Natural State which eventually turned into him booking music at the Avalon NIght Club While there Mike booked the first shows of Smashing Pumpkins, Primus and Tool. This led to booking the China Club, Cubby Bear, and House of Blues/Live Nation.
Mike gives shout-outs to George Loukas of the Cubby Bear/Conroy Events, Scotty Brown of the Avalon, Isaac Tigrett of House of Blues, Duff Rice Duff Entertainment
Some of the topics we discuss:
What does 2021 look like for concerts will we have shows?
Battle of the Bands Gordon Tech
Booking Johnny Cash at the Bismark Theater, Dealing with unions "Mike ya gotta pay it"
The Who and Pearl Jam playing the same night
George Clinton
Peter Katsis
Jef Kwatinez/Q Productions/The Firm/ Big 3 Basketball
Comments? Have an Idea for a guest? pete@backintheday.blog
Back in the Day there was a band called Chick Norris. Here is one of the songs practiced for a show that got canceled because of Covid
Lorrie Kountz joins the show and talks about her days with Bitch, Surrender Dorothy and currently with WhatisMu
Some cool stories include:
Getting bumped from healing in Cleveland by a new band called U2
Opening for the Scorpions, Cramps and Ramones
Laying tracks with Paul Barker of Ministry
and many more stories.....
Lorrie tagged Dave Uhrich and Nick Bell to join us on the show next
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George Loukas owner of the Cubby Bear Chicago, Sports Corner, Vines as well as Managing the Cubs rooftops tell his story to Walter Brzeski and Pete Jansons
George tells us his family's story about coming over from Greece and making it in America.
Some of the tales:
George a hall of fame RB at SIU ran for over 200 yards in a game
Tom Rickets living above the Sorts Corner
Johnny Cash playing at the Cubby Bear
Skanking LIzard the first band to play at the Cubby Bear
Here is George in 1984 being interviewed about the Sports Scene at the Cubby Bear during the day and the punk night scene at night
A special guest appearance by Patty Loukas at the end
Have an idea for a show guest or topic? Walter@backintheday.blog pete@backintheday.blog
This is a special episode with Cubs photographer Steve Green
Walter Brzeski and Pete Jansons talk about his journey with the Cubs ( and the Bears, Bulls) through the present day
Some notable quotes were shared like:
Don Zimmer to Steve getting on the team bus " If your early your not late" also, "Don't wear those shoes again"
Shout outs to John McDonough, Jay Blunk, and George Loukas
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Owner of the Renowned B&W Gym Dennis Brady stops by the studio to chat about the following topics
Covid and Lifting
Powerlifting Meets
Chicago High School Football
Conspiracy Theories
Yes we covered it all. B&W Gym check out there special deal limited to the first 100 customers. Get a whole year of 2021 lifting for only $220
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Walter and Pete rehash High School Football back in the 1980's
Lane Tech Football HOF Coach Sam Bronswick
Lane Tech Champs 1985
Schurz
Lane Tech Stadium vs Hanson Park vs Gately
Football players then and Now
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Special guest Dean joins Walter and Pete to discuss:
turtle races at The Vu?
Poetry Slam?
85 Bears what do you remember most?
Best places to work out
B&W Gym
Irving Park Y
CFC Chicago Fitness Center
Sullivan High School
Powdered Donut 10K's?
Walter of Bucktown and Pete from Hermosa Park are joined by "Jimmy G" representing Jefferson Park. They talk about the bars they frequented and worked at back in the day in Chicago.
Bar Mentions:
Cubby Bear, Sports Corner, Sluggers, Wild Hare, Mothers, PS Chicago, Shennaigans, Bootleggers, Teasers. FIre Alarm in Cicero, Mikes Cop Bar, Poets The Vu, Green Mill
Walter and Pete go "Back in the Day" to tell you how it used to be with winters in Chicago.
Topics:
Dibs, Skitching, Quanzies/Igloos, Snowballs at Busses/Cars, Wonder Bread Bags on feet
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