City Cast Chicago

Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday morning. Host Jacoby Cochran brings you timely conversations with news and culture makers; activists and artists; bus drivers and students; those who love and hate this place. City Cast Chicago is a smart and delightful new way to connect with the city we share. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at chicago.citycast.fm.

Named Best Podcast by Chicago Reader 2022

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How to See Chi through Ferris Bueller’s Eyes
A Chicago writer recreated Ferris, Cameron, and Sloane's day.
17 min
802
Chicago Jingles That Still Smack!
We reminisce about some of our favorites.
16 min
803
A Fact Check on SAFE-T, What’s Up at CTA, and ‘...
We're wrapping up the week in news with Pat Whelan and Jill Hopkins.
26 min
804
'This is My Home Base': A Visit to Pullman and ...
Journalist and professor Arionne Nettles gives us a tour of her neighborhood.
17 min
805
During Journey to Mexico, Monarch Butterflies S...
Claudia Galeno-Sanchez runs a butterfly sanctuary at her home.
14 min
806
Author Explores Grief, Loss, and Chi Politics i...
The new novel is out now.
12 min
807
Texas is Busing Migrants to Chicago. What Happe...
More than 300 migrants have arrived.
14 min
808
Bears Move Toward Burbs, But Will Fans Follow? ...
Let's look back at the week's news.
21 min
809
It May Be Quiet, But Don’t Sleep on the Northwe...
Your guide to Jefferson Park, Portage Park, Forest Glen, and nearby suburbs.
15 min
810
Here’s How the Committee Came Up with Their Rec...
A city-appointed committee has been working on this report for two years.
15 min
811
From the Barber's Chair to Podcast Mics, '79th ...
Scott and Joe Lewis started their podcast after years of talking about the Bears.
17 min
812
Street Takeovers Not Stopping, Chicago Welcomes...
We're breaking down the biggest Chi stories of the week.
24 min
813
West Side Best Side? Explore North Lawndale to ...
Here's another neighborhood guide!
17 min
814
Lisa Beasley’s ‘Lory Litefoot’ is a Political S...
The comedian's impersonation of the Mayor blew up during the pandemic.
15 min
815
You’re on a Boat! How to Stay Safe in Lake Mich...
Recent tragedies have prompted questions about water safety.
15 min
816
Meet One of Chicagoland’s American Ninja Warriors
You can learn to be a ninja at a local gym.
16 min
817
More School Bus Probs, Yet Another Monuments Co...
We're wrapping the week's news with a look at the big stories, under-hyped stories, and moments of joy.
22 min
818
Why A Trip to Beverly Is Worth It
Let a local be your guide.
16 min
819
Doc Shows Southeast Side History and Resilience
"Southeast: A City Within a City" is screening Thursday at Big Marsh Park.
12 min
820
From Hand-Holding to Meditation: The Work of Ab...
Abortion doulas support people before, during, and after an abortion.
11 min
821
New Teachers Union President Talks First Day, P...
Stacy Davis Gates is ready for the school year.
14 min
822
Pushback on Fests in Douglass Park, New Develop...
It's time to look back at the week's news!
24 min
823
Your Guide to Uptown, Edgewater, and Rogers Park
Some spots to see, eat at, and enjoy in the far North Side hoods.
16 min
824
After Tragedy, Alderwoman Pushed to Protect Res...
A new law passed in June.
15 min
825
What You Need to Know About COVID and Schools T...
The CPS school year starts Monday.
14 min