The Chicago Podcast

Will the Lunchman shows Brendan where to eat near O'Hare. Pam Kasper joins the show to talk about erecting a statue honoring Siskel & Ebert at Prudential Plaza. 

Your MAN on the Streets chats with onlookers at the 25th mile of the Chicago Marathon. Cannabis expert Don Kleppin previews this year's Best in Grass live awards show at Park West. 

Tom Foolery Chocolate founder Garrett is in studio to share the story of how his independent Chicago confectionery came into existence. His Cornflake Crunch bar is a hit with local chocolate buffs in city once deemed the Candy Capital of the World.

"Ana the Cleaner" will premiere at the Chicago International Film Festival on October 15th. Director Guy Bauer is in studio to talk about the movie, describe how he found filming locations around the Chicago area, and share stories from the set.

Becca reports on a local zoo that wants to adopt two quilled mammals. One is the loneliest number, after all. Brendan and Becca examine a page for the local lovelorn and wonder if Cupid's arrow has any momentum in each case. 

Former Chicago food tour guide Joey Slater sits down in studio for a frank discussion about some of Chicago's iconic foods and brand name restaurants. We also touch on the origin stories of deep dish pizza and Italian beef.

Printers Row Lit Fest is a dream come true for readers of all ages. Browse books, hear from authors, and network with writers this Saturday and Sunday from 10-6. Admission is FREE. Brendan's sister Meg was unwittingly part of a recent noteworthy moment at Wrigley Field. 

Amanda MacAllister is in studio to detail her experiences as an election judge for the city of Chicago. The election is approaching, and anyone who is interested can sign up at chicagoelections.gov

It's a Sconnie Special on The Chicago Podcast. Wisconsin ambassador Kirsten Fuchs joins Brendan and Becca in studio to play a saloon guessing game. Wisconsin news headlines cover everything from a mythical Northwoods beast to a Marquette University athlete with a top-selling jersey.

Kate Fallon is in studio to preview the PAWS Chicago 5K at Montrose Harbor coming up on August 29th. It is Chicago's largest dog-friendly charity event. S&G Waffle Shack served 500 meals to Gary residents who remain without power.

Brendan slept at the airport, and he doesn't recommend it. Becca's news rundown includes the closing of Hackney's Lake Avenue location plus a pair of pen pals who found one another after 50 years apart. 

Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame inductee Tom Fletcher is in studio to talk about how the advancements in camera technology intertwined with Michael Jordan's first NBA Finals appearance. Currently, Tom and Austin Fletcher are giving Cubs fans a chance to preserve magical baseball memories forever with Momento . 

Becca Burg brings buckets of breaking news to this week's broadcast, including a special report on the new food convenience option at Lollapalooza. Ed Staudacher from the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District explains the sewer geyser phenomenon. 

Dino Stamatopoulos and Ember Knight discuss their upcoming live appearance at Davis Theater in Chicago. The show combines elements of Mr. Rogers, Pee Wee Herman, and Jackass .

The MAN on the streets visits with Noah Kahan fans outside Wrigley Field. Sarah and Patrick Moon give a full review of The Great Divide Tour  stop at The Friendly Confines. Russell Lissau of The Daily Herald reports on the passing of Libertyville legend Mary Morello. Mary was a free speech activist and the mother of Rage Against the Machine guitarist Tom Morello. 

Brendan and Danger tour the Pokemon Fossil exhibit at The Field Museum. Streets and Sanitation Deputy Commissioner Chris Sauve is in studio to talk about the city's FREE composting program.

Chef Dudley Nieto of the welcoming and spacious Mexican Radio (100 W. Monroe) has created a Mexican Smash Burger to pair with your mezcal cocktail. Rashanah Baldwin cools off poolside at Soho House alongside famous actors. 

The Man on the Streets asks folks if they're paying attention to the World Cup. Becca reports from the set of her latest film. She highlights a few choice titles from this summer's Movies in the Parks series, which leads Brendan into a movie list of his own. 

Pat Mac's Ride is bicycle ride from Beverly to Michigan City to raise money for pediatric brain tumor research at Lurie Children's Hospital and provide financial assistance to cancer patients and families. Pat Grant and Kevin McDonough are in studio to share Pat Mac's story.

Mike Payne of Byron's Hot Dogs sits down for a bite with Brendan. Mike and Ann Payne were invited to The White House to serve Chicago dogs during the Obama administration. Storms didn't deter Brendan from attending a much-anticipated show at Salt Shed.

This week's episode features an interview with Skydeck Chicago/Willis(Sears) Tower General Manager Randy Stancik out on The Ledge, 103 stories above street level. Becca Burg delivers uplifting news headlines.

Do Division Fest kicks off summer festival season in Chicago. The Windy City made quite an impression on Albuquerque resident and recent Chicago visitor Charlene.

The Lunchman guides a walking and eating tour of the legendary Maxwell Street Market. Becca Burg delivers Chicago news headlines.

21-year-old Elvis Presley impersonator Logan Ramey explains how he discovered his love for the King of Rock and Roll. Baby bald eagles hatched in Chicago for the first time in 100 years! Ed Hahn from the National Eagle Center explains the significance.

We bid farewell to Fat Chris's Pizza and Such in Andersonville. Nick Griseto previews Chicago Pickle Fest. Pickleback incoming!