Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchThe Pritzker Machine, O’Hare Madness, and Loose Eggs
Even without facing a primary opponent, Gov. JB Pritzker seems to be coming out on top in Illinois politics. Host Jacoby Cochran, executive producer …
1 week, 4 days ago
'Your City Could Be Better': Could a Nevada Brothel Help Redefine Labor Standards Nationwide? — Presented By City Cast Chicago
The unionization efforts of sex workers in Nevada might have implications for gig workers in Chicago. At Sheri's Ranch, a legal brothel 45 minutes ou…
1 week, 5 days ago
Freezing Tipped Wage Hikes, Encampment Evictions, and West Town Restaurant Week
Back in 2023, Chicago’s city council voted to gradually raise the subminimum wage for tipped workers every July for five years until it matched the c…
2 weeks ago
Surviving All Four Chicago Seasons In a Day
This March feels like Chicago can’t make up its mind about what season it is. It can go from low 60s and sunny to low 20s and snowing — sometimes in …
2 weeks, 1 day ago
Here’s Who Won in the Primary Election
The results are in! Host Jacoby Cochran and executive producer Simone Alicea break down who won and who lost on primary day in Illinois, including th…
2 weeks, 2 days ago
It’s Election Day Today … and Tomorrow? Plus, Our Summer Plans at Ravinia
It’s primary election day! But did you know it’s also election day tomorrow? CPS families, teachers, students, and neighbors can cast a vote for thei…
2 weeks, 3 days ago
Who’s the Biggest Campaign Fundraiser? Plus, Preserving 400M-Year-Old Limestone
Campaign fundraising, super PAC spending, and where candidates are getting their money has been hotly debated this election season. Senate candidate …
2 weeks, 4 days ago
‘Your City Could Be Better’: DC’s Plan To Hold Federal Agents Accountable — Presented By City Cast Chicago
Chicagoans are concerned about police accountability, especially with the increased presence of federal troops in many cities. DC Council in Washingt…
2 weeks, 5 days ago
Election Day Countdown, CTA’s New Safety Plan, and Orchids Blooming
Primary election day is Tuesday. Of the many races we’re watching, we’re diving a little deeper into the open race for the 7th Congressional District…
3 weeks ago
Why Are So Many Breweries Closing? Plus, Animal Control Controversy and Public Bathrooms
Acting head of Chicago Animal Care and Control, Susan Cappello, has been leading the department for three years and is Mayor Brandon Johnson’s pick f…
3 weeks, 1 day ago