In the Loop (Segments)

Reset checks in with Chicago Fair Trade to discuss how ethical consumption intersects with racial justice. The coalition will host its Drive-In Globalfest event Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m.

Reset brings on podcaster Roman Mars to discuss his new book, The 99% Invisible City: A Field Guide to the Hidden World of Everyday Design. On Thursday, the Chicago Humanities Festival will present a virtual event with Mars and co-author Kurt Kohlstedt starting at 7 p.m.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, restaurants across the country are facing a heavy financial burden — up to 85% of independent restaurants say they might have to close without federal help. Reset checks in with chef Rick Bayless for more about the difficulties restaurateurs are facing right now.

Senator Kamala Harris and Vice President Mike Pence faced off Wednesday night in their first and only 2020 debate. Reset brings you highlights and analysis.

For the first time in nearly a decade, the U.S. Army is updating its physical training field manual and promoting “strategic napping” for optimal soldier performance. Reset learns more about the Army’s holistic approach to health and talks to a sleep researcher about the benefits of napping.

Reset remembers guitar virtuoso Eddie Van Halen, who died of cancer Tuesday at the age of 65.

Reset talks to Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi about the latest stimulus talks and the chances of Illinois receiving federal aid before Election Day. We also hear from WTTW’s Heather Cherone on how Chicago plans to balance its budget without federal funds.

Reset talks to Charlique Rolle about her new role at the Congo Square Theatre Company and gets her recommendations on what to read, watch and do.

Marshall Fields, WGN, and now Second City? The famed sketch and improv company is now up for sale. Chris Jones of the Chicago Tribune breaks down the latest news.

Internationally recognized jazz vocalist Kurt Elling is rolling out a series of live streamed performances to mark the 25th anniversary of this first album’s release. We’ll talk about his quarter century in jazz, how he’s changed as an artist and why he’s so excited to be back living in Chicago after a dozen years in New York.

Former CIA director John Brennan joins Reset to discuss his new memoir, Undaunted: My Fight Against America’s Enemies, At Home and Abroad. He breaks down past, present and future challenges to America’s national security and weighs in on the Trump administration’s move to declassify documents about Russian influence on the 2016 election.

The documentary The Social Dilemma brings to light the way that social media causes addiction, impacts mental health and spreads misinformation. Reset talks to one of the film’s stars, Tristan Harris, for more on the documentary.

On the night of Oct. 8, 1871, a fire broke out in Chicago. It started in or around a small barn owned by Patrick and Catherone O’Leary and would ultimately shape the city into what it is today. Historian Carl Smith joins Reset to tell the real story of the blaze that destroyed — and ultimately redefined — Chicago.

Reset checks in with WBEZ’s Michael Puente for the latest on voting in Indiana and an update on the Hoosier state’s coronavirus reopening plan.

WBEZ’s Cheryl Raye Stout breaks down the latest sports news.

Reset brings on Injustice Watch editor Jonah Newman to discuss the group’s 2020 guide for Cook County’s judicial elections.

Reset checks in with A.D. Quig of Crain’s Chicago Business for the latest on efforts to stop Gov. JB Pritzker’s graduated income tax from moving forward in November.

Just days after receiving unprecedented care for COVID-19 at Walter Reed Medical Center, President Donald Trump is comparing the virus to the flu. Reset checks in with a physician at Northwestern University to discuss President Trump’s comments on COVID-19 and the differences between the virus and the flu.

Reset learns more about the new season of the Wrongful Conviction: False Confessions podcast. The series was created by two Chicago-based attorneys featured in the popular Netflix series, Making a Murderer.

Reset breaks down the latest on President Trump’s health and the potential outbreak among his allies and aides.

Columbia College faculty teach outdoor classes as negotiations over COVID-19 protections continue. Reset checks in with union president Diana Vallera for the latest on classroom safety discussions with school officials.

Reset checks in with Chicago-based Theatre Y about making a film during quarantine. The project is based on the play We're Gonna Die, which was reworked to include COVID-19 themes.

Members of the Chicago Teachers Union remain unconvinced that schools are ready for return of students, faculty and staff. Reset brings you the latest on CPS’ reopening plan.

Reset hears from listeners about how they’re choosing to get creative and get into the Halloween spirit in the midst of COVID-19.

The White Sox lost their playoff series. The Cubs are hanging on for dear life. Sports contributor Cheryl Raye Stout takes us inside Chicago fall ball, with updates on the Bears and Blackhawks.