Brian & Kenzie announce Q101's next Pop-Up Concert at The Cubby Bear
Summary
Brian and Kenzie discuss the origin of the band name "Mest" and share local Chicago weekend events, including concerts by The Rex, Mob Deep, and Streetlight Manifesto, plus a Day of the Dead celebration. They also debate ticket prices for the Chicago Bulls' home opener and promote the "God Bless the Gravy" food drive, which has raised over $100,000 for the Northern Illinois Food Bank.
Topics discussed
Show intro and upcoming segments
Announcement of Q101 Pop-Up with Mest
Brian's story about listening to Mest with his infant
Pop-up details: date, venue, and guaranteed entry
Origin of the band name Mest
Weather forecast and El Nino discussion
Recap of pop-up and transition to weekend events
Weekend music events: Rex, Mob Deep, Streetlight Manifesto
Day of the Dead celebration in Pilsen
Bulls home opener ticket options and debate
Lincoln Park Scarecrow event for families
Sponsor: Pastor Matt Hagee's book
Sponsor: Chris Van Vliet podcast
Reminder for Mest pop-up tickets
Listener takeaways and trivia
God Bless the Gravy donation drive
Podcast highlights: Friday nights, Bears game, Poltergeist
Sponsor: Bongino podcast
Sponsor: American Express Platinum card
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