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Car Con Carne

James VanOsdol

Booking Overview

A hyperlocal Chicago interview show focused on music, live entertainment, food and beverage, and notable local personalities, with frequent conversations featuring musicians, venue owners, actors, authors, restaurateurs, and brewers. Agencies could credibly pitch Chicago-based artists, entertainment entrepreneurs, venue operators, filmmakers, authors, and hospitality figures with a current project or strong local connection; booking difficulty is low to medium, with local relevance often more important than national fame.

Metrics

Episodes: 1105

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 2.0k subscribers

Instagram: 4.1k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

jamesvanosdol@gmail.com

jvoxrt@gmail.com

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Host

James VanOsdol - Long-running Chicago media personality with a career centered on local music, culture, and entertainment.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Chicago-area musicians, bands, venue owners, concert promoters, actors, authors, restaurateurs, brewers, and other notable professionals with a current project, local connection, or compelling story.
Required Achievements:  
Released music or other creative work, Built a career in Chicago's entertainment or hospitality industries, Operated or revitalized a notable local venue or business, Performed with or contributed to recognized music acts, Developed current film, touring, or cultural projects

Recent Guest Discussions

Savanna Ruth - Songwriting, Creative Reinvention, Album Production, Vinyl Releases, And The Personal Experiences Behind Her New Record.

Richie Ramone - His Ramones Career, Touring, Songwriting, Acting, Film Projects, Punk-rock Legacy, And Future Creative Work.

Ron Onesti - Reviving Historic Venues, Concert Promotion, Live-music Business Strategy, Hospitality, And Upcoming Entertainment Projects.

Recent Topics

Chicago, Music, Rock, Film, Restaurants

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Car Con Carne
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Halloween is on the way: The Ooozin' Ahhhs return to Car Con Carne (Episode 1148)

October 10, 2026

Chicago's premier monster band, The Ooozin Ahhhs, crawl into the car for an annual Halloween interview tradition. Parked outside Gene & Jude's in River Grove, we chow down on hot dogs and fries while breaking down their hectic spooky season schedule. The very-scary band talks about their upcoming live shows, rehearsals, and impending brand-new original tunes. Plus, they provide a terrifying live performance crafted specifically for the podcast.   ___ Exploding House Printing handles all your ...

Photographing the women who shaped modern music: Bobby Talamine (Episode 1147)

September 30, 2026

Veteran concert photographer Bobby Talamine talks about his excellent new book, Femmes: At Full Volume, a photo collection celebrating women who have shaped modern music. Bobby and James talk about the art of visual storytelling, the power of physical books in an increasingly digital world, and the stories behind some of the book's standout images. From enduring a torrential downpour to capture Lorde at Lollapalooza to shooting electric moments with artists like PJ Harvey, Karen O, Brittany H...

Kelsey Montanez pivots from solo star to new band, CHANNELS (Episode 1146)

September 28, 2026

Chicago singer-songwriter Kelsey Montanez makes her first appearance on the podcast, to introduce her new alt-rock project: CHANNELS. Bandmates Hannah and Jesse joined in for a chat outside an Evanston Starbucks.   Discussed in this episode: Kelsey talks through her evolution as an artist How CHANNELS came together through shared musical chemistry, philosophical debates, and a mutual love of tarot The story behind Kelsey's moody single "Big Machine" and her unconventional songwriting methods ...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Car Con Carne
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How do I get in touch with Car Con Carne?

Car Con Carne is hosted by James VanOsdol. Its publicly listed emails are jamesvanosdol@gmail.com and jvoxrt@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Car Con Carne?

The publicly listed emails for Car Con Carne: jamesvanosdol@gmail.com and jvoxrt@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Car Con Carne have?

Podseeker estimates Car Con Carne reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Car Con Carne?

Car Con Carne typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Chicago-area musicians, bands, venue owners, concert promoters, actors, authors, restaurateurs, brewers, and other notable professionals with a current project, local connection, or compelling story. Common among recent guests: Released music or other creative work; Built a career in Chicago's entertainment or hospitality industries; Operated or revitalized a notable local venue or business. Recent guests include Savanna Ruth, Richie Ramone, and Ron Onesti.

How hard is it to get booked on Car Con Carne?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Car Con Carne cover?

Recent episodes cover Chicago, Music, Rock, Film, and Restaurants. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

jamesvanosdol@gmail.com

jvoxrt@gmail.com

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