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Each week we choose a theme. Then anything can happen. This American Life is true stories that unfold like little movies for radio. Personal stories with funny moments, big feelings, and surprising plot twists. Newsy stories that try to capture what it’s like to be alive right now. It’s the most popular weekly podcast in the world, and winner of the first ever Pulitzer Prize for a radio show or podcast. Hosted by Ira Glass and produced in collaboration with WBEZ Chicago.
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In bite-sized episodes every weekday, we'll keep you informed, tickled, geeked, and pondering on Chicago's news, culture and people. Start and end your day with quick news roundups from the WBEZ newsroom. Plus, in the afternoons, dive deeper into conversations with the artists, journalists, and changemakers that shape the Windy City. The Rundown podcast is a one-stop-shop for all things Chicago.
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The latest Chicago Bears news and analysis from the Chicago Sun-Times and WBEZ. Listen as we evaluate games, make predictions, provide insights and analyze the day’s big stories. Stay informed this football season with Chicago Sun-Times reporters and columnists Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser, Mark Potash, Rick Morrissey and Rick Telander.
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Take two nationally respected rock critics, the latest music news, personal commentary, and exclusive interviews and performances, add a huge pile of records old and new, and the result is Sound Opinions, where people who love music can come together.
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WBEZ's Reset brings context to the latest Chicago-area news with experts, journalists and newsmakers. Want to be a connected Chicagoan in the know? Subscribe to this podcast! You can email the team behind Reset at reset@wbez.org. Or leave us a voicemail at 888-915-9945.
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A podcast about the fatal police shooting of Laquan McDonald, the trial of Officer Jason Van Dyke, and the troubled relationship between African-Americans and the Chicago Police Department. Brought to you by WBEZ Chicago and The Chicago Tribune
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Nerdette is a weekly interview show that helps you unwind with fun conversations, inspiring ideas, and delightful recommendations. And join us every month for the Nerdette Book Club!
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WBEZ's critically-acclaimed bio-podcast series explores how an icon is made.
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Chicago gangs: Real people. Real stories. A way forward. The new season of Motive explores violence on the streets of Chicago and the former gang members working to stop it.
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Axios podcast host Niala Boodhoo digs deep with leaders you know — or need to know — in business, politics and culture. Every week, all in under 20 minutes. About Axios: Axios is a digital media company launched in 2017. Axios helps you become smarter, faster with news and information across politics, tech, business, media, science and the world. Subscribe to our newsletters at axios.com/newsletters and download our mobile app at axios.com/app. About Niala Boodhoo: Niala Boodhoo is the host ...
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WBEZ's global affairs program. Featuring in-depth conversations about international issues and their local impact. Also, foreign film reviews and human rights commentaries. Hosted by Jerome McDonnell. This podcast is free, in mp3, and updated weekdays.
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Peter Sagal of 'Wait, Wait ... Don't Tell Me!' joins Greta Johnsen and Tricia Bobeda to scrutinize ... well, pretty much anything.
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'South Side Stories' is a celebration of the real-life people and places that inspired Comedy Central’s hit new comedy series, 'South Side.' With lots of laughs, love and plenty of real talk, 'South Side Stories' proves that what you see on the news is only a small slice of a big city. btb.
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Dueling theater critics Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel discuss the latest stage productions and dissect the best — and the worst — of Chicago's theater scene.
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'Public Official A' uncovers the rise and fall of former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich. How he did whatever it took to reach the top. The trail of destruction left in his wake. And how the complexities, charisma, and tragic flaws of this public official resonate today.
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PleasureTown is a story-based podcast told in serial form that details the history of a little-known, failed Oklahoma utopian society. The town’s history is crowdsourced, piece by piece, by the producers, collaborators and audience members. PleasureTown is created and produced by Keith Ecker and Erin Kahoa, along with the assistance of WBEZ in Chicago.
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Asians have long been ignored, fetishized or made the butt of the joke in America. Shoes Off: A Sexy Asians Podcast wants to put that to rest. Each week, we celebrate badass Asians who are making a mark on pop culture and entertainment. Co-hosts Esther Yoon-Ji Kang and Susie An hang out with trailblazers in comedy, film, music and other fields—inviting them to reflect on their identities and redefine “sexy” on their own terms.
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Excepts from Vocalo's afternoon show hosted by Luis Antonio Perez & Shantell Jamison
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A four minute weekly radio comic strip. ...It's what Steve Inskeep and Renee Montagne might be hotly debating as they walk into the studio -- just before they get on mic. This short radiostrip plays out in the kitchen of 11 Central Ave, the home of an extended family where a hodgepodge of other characters regularly drops in.As they rush around in the morning drinking coffee, reading the paper, looking for their shoes, they're talking about everything from the most compelling topics of our ti ...
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chicago born and raised, roy kinsey is a bit of an anomaly when it comes to tradition in his respective industries. where being a black, queer-identified, rapper, and librarian may be an intimidating choice for some, roy kinsey’s non-conformist ideology has informed his 4th album, and self proclaimed, “best work yet,” blackie: a story by roy kinsey. featured in and on major local, national, and international publications like Billboard, NPR, WBEZ’s Vocalo, the Chicago Tribune, WGCI and the R ...
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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and other Midwestern governors are blasting former President Donald Trump for sending Covid testing supplies to Russia. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and other Midwestern governors are blasting former President Donald Trump for sending Covid testing supplies to Russia. Cases of congenital – or newborn – syphilis are on…
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WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Oct. 11, 2024
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson replaced the entire Board of Education, the federal corruption trial of former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan got underway and the Chicago Bears head to London. Reset dives into these and other top local stories with CW26 reporter and anchor Brandon Pope, WBEZ assistant managing editor Kate Grossman and Better …
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Some Chicago parents say they’re devastated by the Acero charter school’s decision to close seven campuses. Illinois power and gas utilities say they’re ready for the winter. A group of Democratic state lawmakers are hoping to pass gun control legislation when they return to Springfield next month.
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Drive-By Truckers' Southern Rock Opera with Patterson Hood
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The Drive-By Truckers are celebrating the twenty-third anniversary of their double album, "Southern Rock Opera." Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot join Patterson Hood of the Truckers for a classic album dissection of their magnum opus. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our …
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Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down the Bears and Jaguars.
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Afternoon News: Thursday October 10, 2024
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The American Red Cross of Illinois wants donations to send to Florida as the state begins to assess the damage from Hurricane Milton. A group of Chicago advocates is in New Orleans today for a hearing in federal court on the future of DACA. Construction crews in suburban Bedford Park have broken ground on a new practice facility for the Chicago Sky…
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What’s Up With The Mysterious Mailers Targeting Some Chicago Alders?
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‘Nurse Unseen’: The Contributions Of Filipino Nurses During The Pandemic
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A lawsuit claims record companies are making money off of Chicago’s gang violence. Elected officials commemorated a Springfield site as a national monument. Northwestern University plans to research how serving time in prison or jail affects risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and more.
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This Chicago Film Fest Has An Impressive Track Record For Picking Oscar Contenders
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Afternoon News: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
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Leaders at Cook County’s Forest Preserves are celebrating a long list of accomplishments as they head into budget season. Chicago City Council opponents have delayed a plan to sell $1.5 billion worth of bonds to help boost savings. A new poll from the state’s largest teachers’ union finds roughly 60 percent of Illinois educators are considering lea…
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The City Council will consider approving a bond refinancing plan to help the city save money in the face of a budget gap. A sexual harassment scandal involving a one-time political aide is still haunting former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. Chicago Fashion Week kicks off today with a fashion show at the Chicago Cultural Center.…
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An Infectious Disease Doc’s Guide To COVID, Flu, RSV And More This Fall
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Greg pays tribute to the late Kris Kristofferson, who had an impactful, long career as a songwriter, performer and activist. --- Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lU Send us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/sou…
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Chicago Rabbis Reflect On One Year Since Oct. 7
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Chicago Palestinian Leader Reflects On One Year Since Oct. 7
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The corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan got underway today. Some Chicago parents are worried about the turmoil within Chicago Public Schools after all seven members of the Board of Education announced their resignations last week. The Chicago Bulls open the preseason tonight in Cleveland against the Cavaliers.…
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Chicago City Council members are planning to hold a special meeting to dig into the Chicago Public Schools board resignations. One ex-juror will be watching closely as the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan begins today. A unique computer chess tournament gets underway this morning (TUES) from inside the Cook County J…
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What It’s Like Living In Intergenerational Housing
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson came out swinging today as he announced new appointees to the Chicago Board of Education to replace seven people who are resigning. The Jewish organization Hillel is holding a candlelight vigil at Northwestern University tonight to mark one year since the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. The Chicago Bears won their s…
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Chicago Area’s Jewish And Palestinian College Students Organize One Year After Oct. 7
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Muslim and Jewish leaders in Chicago are worried the Oct. 7 anniversary of the Hamas attack could prompt hate crimes. One Illinois state lawmaker says the leadership turmoil at Chicago Public Schools, following the announcement that the entire school board will resign, will not help the district’s chances of getting more state funding. This year's …
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The Bears had a rare easy win, and Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down how they got there — with Caleb Williams' best showing and a stout defense.
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Chen Almog-Goldstein was kidnapped by Hamas along with her three youngest children on October 7, 2023. This week, she tells the story of their life as hostages in Gaza. Prologue: The 251 hostages taken by Hamas a year ago have become a divisive symbol in Israel. Host Ira Glass talks about the father of one hostage, and what happened to him at a pro…
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Chicago Bluesman Ronnie Baker Brooks On New Record ‘Blues In My DNA’
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WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Oct. 4, 2024
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has confirmed to WBEZ and the Sun-Times that all seven members of the Chicago Board of Education are expected to step down later this month. Some City Council members say they are stunned by today’s mass resignation. Early voting turnout for the November election remains high in Chicago and the collar counties.…
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‘Getting dressed’: A look at the fashion scene in Chicago music
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"Getting Dressed With Vocalo" is a new series highlighting Chicago musicians who have standout personal styles. Manasseh, a Chicago singer known for his ethereal vocals, is Vocalo’s first featured artist. “You’ll look good when you feel good,” he said. “You shouldn’t skimp on being kind to yourself. If adding a scarf or an extra necklace or another…
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Some groups are trying to make Chicago's elected school board race a referendum on the mayor and the Chicago Teachers Union. A new Northwestern Medicine study shows researching long COVID patients could help doctors unlock the key to preventing pulmonary fibrosis. We’ll hear the details next. The Federal Reserve cut interest rates last month… but c…
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Colorectal Cancer, Then A Double Lung Transplant: One Patient’s Story
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The Greenwich Village Music Scene of the '60s
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Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot speak with David Browne, author of the new book Talkin' Greenwich Village: The Heady Rise and Slow Fall of America’s Bohemian Music Capital. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9T Become a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvc Sign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnG Make a donation via PayPal…
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Chicago Fed Prez On Port Strike, Interest Rates, Housing
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Early voting is now open in the City of Chicago. Two city-run shelters have closed their doors this week as the number of migrants arriving from the southern border continues to slow. Chicago Exhibition Weekend – a weekend of art walks, gallery openings and parties – kicks off today.
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Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser talk about the Bears and Panthers, who are forever linked by the Bryce Young trade — and who play each other Sunday.
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Some changes to The Rundown podcast (and a lot staying the same!)
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You’ll still get two newscast episodes every day, with all the latest local news from the WBEZ and Chicago Sun-Times newsrooms. Meanwhile, later this fall, host Erin Allen is moving to WBEZ’s Curious City Podcast (subscribe now!), where she’ll find answers to your questions about Chicago, and continue to bring you stories and conversations about th…
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Prosecutors drop charges against a man convicted of murdering Chicago Police Officer Clifton Lewis. A new report shows a drop in the state's infant mortality rate, but data shows racial disparities persist. A program in CPS that mentors at-risk youth to steer them from gun violence seems to be working.…
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Forget Stadiums. Here’s What $1 Billion Could Fund In Chicago.
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The White Sox and the Bears are seeking public funds to build new stadiums. But real estate professionals have other ideas on how taxpayer money could be invested in Chicago.Crain’s Chicago Business commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker sifts through the alternatives, which include more funding for police, a reimagining of the Loop as a cultu…
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Margaret Burroughs is well known as the founder of the DuSable Museum. Perhaps lesser known is her decades long work teaching art to incarcerated men. In collaboration with the Burroughs Legacy Project at the Invisible Institute, we hear reflections from Burroughs' former students.
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