October storyteller Madeline Esterhammer-Fic is a Chicago-based writer and performer. She shares personal essays at storytelling events across the city, and co-hosts A Mic of Their Own, a monthly queer comedy open mic at Whiskey Girl Tavern. A Mic of Their Own was named Chicago Reader’s Best Open Mic of 2025. Hear Madeline’s story at OUTspoken Tuesday, October 6, at Sidetrack. Seating from 6pm, stories 7-9pm.