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City Cast Chicago
City Cast Chicago
City Cast

Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday at 6 a.m. Host Jacoby Cochran brings you timely conversations with news and culture makers;... more

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Episodes

The Chicago Marathon Food Guide for Cardio Lovers and Haters

Thousands of runners will converge on the city this weekend for the Chicago Marathon on Sunday. As many long distance... more

09 Oct 2024 · 24 minutes
Why Did the Whole School Board Quit? Plus, Chicago Fashion Week and Halloween Decorations

On Monday, Mayor Brandon Johnson named six nominees to fill the vacancies left when the entire Chicago School Board announced... more

08 Oct 2024 · 34 minutes
The Rise and Fall of One of History's Most Powerful Politicians

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was the state’s most powerful politician for decades. Tomorrow, he stands trial on bribery,... more

07 Oct 2024 · 27 minutes
New Life for Abandoned School, Friendly BBQ Battle, and Grandma Love

After 50 schools were closed in Chicago a decade ago, the former Earle Elementary School in Englewood is finally getting... more

04 Oct 2024 · 36 minutes
Why is Chicago Obsessed With Al Capone?

Al Capone’s infamy has made Chicago the center of what we call “gangster tourism,” where people from around the world... more

03 Oct 2024 · 33 minutes
Why You Should Wait An Hour For This Sandwich

Morgan Park’s Home of the Hoagy has been serving sandwiches since 1969, including the Chicago classic sweet steak, and is... more

02 Oct 2024 · 18 minutes
911 Crisis Response Changes, Sky Fire Coach, and Best of South Side

Police and fire personnel will no longer be part of the crisis team that responds to mental health-related 911 calls.... more

01 Oct 2024 · 25 minutes
Your Guide to October in Chicago

If you’re new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you... more

30 Sep 2024 · 33 minutes
CPS vs. City Hall, Derrick Rose Retiring, and Bozo the Clown Returning

Mayor Brandon Johnson and Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez have been in a public power struggle this week, with... more

27 Sep 2024 · 33 minutes
Chicago Is Surrounded By Perfect Fall Road Trips

Now that it’s officially fall, the City Cast team is going road tripping! Last year, host Jacoby Cochran, executive producer Simone... more

26 Sep 2024 · 27 minutes
City Cast Chicago
The Chicago Marathon Food Guide for Cardio Lovers and Haters
City Cast Chicago