HOG POD - Behind the Scenes at Broken Oar with Bonnie Miske! 🎶 Chicagoland Hyper Local Music Scene 🎸

In this episode of HOG POD, hosts Mike Dermont and Pete Jansons sit down with Bonnie Miske, General Manager/Owner of Broken Oar, to talk about the venue's incredible journey and upcoming events! 🎤

We dive into Broken Oar’s history, recent upgrades like the new stage tent, and exciting upcoming events such as Bands in the Barn, Turkey Ball Festival, Halloween festivities, and the Arctic Winterbar. Bonnie also shares insights into how bands can get a spot on their iconic stage and the venue’s delicious food offerings 🍔🍻.

Key Moments:
0:00 Pat Travers clip (9/8/24)
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0:56 Bonnie Miske joins us, General Manager/Owner of Broken Oar
https://www.brokenoar.com/

3:25 39th year in business

4:43 Recent upgrades: stage, tent, etc.

6:14 Upcoming events at Broken Oar:

Halloween event
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Bands in the Barn
https://www.brokenoar.com/events?ligh...
Turkey Ball Festival
https://www.brokenoar.com/events?ligh...
Arctic Winterbar and Shamrock Ball
9:26 Impact of COVID on the business

11:46 When did live music start at Broken Oar?

13:40 How does a band get to play at Broken Oar?

15:40 MT Barrels closed

22:37 Mike "Hayber" Owner of Broken Oar

23:42 No tax on tips — how does it affect the business?

29:38 High Maintenance band stories

32:49 Private parties and weddings at Broken Oar?

34:51 Food at the Broken Oar
https://www.brokenoar.com/menu

40:20 Coterie started at Broken Oar

42:00 Pino Farina Band reference

Don’t miss this exclusive chat and get ready for some fun at Broken Oar! 🚤🍀