Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchBears Move Toward Burbs, But Will Fans Follow? Plus, South Side Celebrations
Host Jacoby Cochran, Crain’s reporter Corli Jay, and Block Club Southeast Side reporter Maxwell Evans rewind some stories from the week, including th…
3 years, 6 months ago
It May Be Quiet, But Don’t Sleep on the Northwest Side
Host Jacoby Cochran meets fellow podcaster Zac Emry at Fort Knox Studios in Portage Park to talk about things to eat, see, and do on the Northwest Si…
3 years, 6 months ago
Here’s How the Committee Came Up with Their Recommendations for City Monuments
Two years ago, Mayor Lori Lightfoot removed the Christopher Columbus statues in Grant Park and Arrigo Park in Little Italy after protests and police …
3 years, 6 months ago
From the Barber's Chair to Podcast Mics, '79th and Halas' Brothers Talk Bears
Brothers Scott and Joe Lewis grew up talking about their love—and frustration—with the Chicago Bears. They used to listen to the old guys at their ba…
3 years, 6 months ago
Street Takeovers Not Stopping, Chicago Welcomes Migrants from Texas, and The Rink is Back!
With illegal drag races, donuts in the street, backed up traffic, fireworks and run-ins with police, street takeovers continue to pop up across Chica…
3 years, 7 months ago
West Side Best Side? Explore North Lawndale to Garfield Park
Host Jacoby Cochran and freelance journalist Natalie Frazier stop by Comercio Popular in Lawndale to talk about Natalie’s family’s history on the Wes…
3 years, 7 months ago
Lisa Beasley’s ‘Lory Litefoot’ is a Political Statement
Lisa Beasley has toured with Second City, performed on Comedy Central, and stolen scenes on the hit show “South Side.” Her latest show at the Laugh F…
3 years, 7 months ago
You’re on a Boat! How to Stay Safe in Lake Michigan
Just in the past couple weeks, one person was found dead and at least three others have been seriously injured at the “Playpen” in Lake Michigan — a …
3 years, 7 months ago
Meet One of Chicagoland’s American Ninja Warriors
Tonight is the season finale for "American Ninja Warrior" — the show with all the running, jumping, and swinging through crazy obstacles. But you can…
3 years, 7 months ago
More School Bus Probs, Yet Another Monuments Committee, and Sister Jean's 103rd Birthday
It is the first week of school for Chicago Public School students, but unfortunately for thousands of students and parents who rely on the district's…
3 years, 7 months ago