Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchLife-Saving Tips for Lake Michigan Swimmers
Summertime Chi would be incomplete without spending some time on Lake Michigan. But its easy to underestimate the dangers of the lake, even if you’re…
2 years, 8 months ago
Johnson's Lofty Goals, Summer Blockbusters, and Malört Love
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s transition committee released its 223-page report outlining goals for the new administration. While many align with Johnson’s…
2 years, 8 months ago
How Are Megadevelopments Shaping Chicago’s Future?
Chicago is home plenty of new developments from high-rises to a presidential museum to a casino. But there are only a handful of so-called “mega deve…
2 years, 8 months ago
What Do SCOTUS Rulings Mean in Chi? Plus, Floods and Art Fests
What impact will the US Supreme Court’s recent decisions on affirmative action and student debt relief have on the future of higher education? We dis…
2 years, 8 months ago
Is Malort Really That Bad? We Try It!
Chicago has its share of inside jokes, but none maybe more painful than goading newcomers into taking a shot of Malört. Whether you actually like the…
2 years, 8 months ago
What Makes Chicago Roller Skaters the Best?
Chicago roller skaters have long been called the smoothest roller skaters for their intricate footwork, elaborate routines, and signature swagger. We…
2 years, 9 months ago
Have You Tried These ‘Hometown Bites’ From Chi?
Tired of the same old burgers and dogs on Fourth of July? Looking for something unique — and truly Chicago — to feed your out-of-town guests? Food wr…
2 years, 9 months ago
Terrible Air Quality, More Highway Expansions, and Holiday Cookouts
Earlier this week, Chicago had some of the worst air quality in the world due to wildfire smoke from Canada. Officials have recommended masking and l…
2 years, 9 months ago
NASCAR Rolls into Chicago…And You Have Opinions
After weeks of road closures and a healthy amount of skepticism from city residents, NASCAR weekend is upon us. We hear from a few City Cast listener…
2 years, 9 months ago
This Alder Wants City Council’s Immigration Committee to Actually Meet
The City Council’s committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights is slated to meet this morning — the same committee that failed to meet for over a year …
2 years, 9 months ago