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Get a head start on your workday with the stories that matter most. Listen to our roundup of essential Chicago headlines and analysis from Crain’s reporters and host Amy Guth.

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Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti and host Amy Guth discuss McDonald’s struggle with its value strategy.

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to discuss the latest local housing news, including Illinois' rank near the bottom on building new housing.

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The owner of NBC Tower plans to convert part of the building to hundreds of apartments. Crain’s commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker discusses with host Amy Guth.

Plus: Johnson loses budget director days after CFO exit, Illinois joins 24 oth... more

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Rachel Herzog
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Judy Crown
Crain's contributor who reported on safety-net hospitals
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Episode: 02/03/26: What's at stake for Illinois safety-net hospitals
John Schroyer
Crain's reporter covering cannabis issues in Illinois
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Episode: 01/14/26: Illinois' cannabis equity pledge falls flat
Jon Asplund
Crain's health care reporter
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Episode: 07/29/25: Political, financial headwinds for new Planned Parenthood of Illinois chief
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Episode: 07/22/25: Uncertain future of NASCAR in Chicago

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Amy Guth
Host of Crain's Daily Gist

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 182 ratings
  • Love this

    But Rachel Herzog’s Vocal Fry voice is annoying

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    737WN
    United States5 months ago
  • New admin

    It’s so disingenuous to do a story about folks going to store brand and shopping from store to store and not acknowledge it’s cause people don’t have money

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    Katgeary
    United States9 months ago
  • Chicago Digest

    I’m really enjoying the show. It’s a perfect digest of what’s happened in the business, cultural, and government in and around Chicago. The show is also well reported and produced!

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    Desire Path
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  • New admin

    Crains is gonna have to address the new Trump administration and what it means for Chicago wins and I think they are doing a horrible job of it. They’re pretending like we don’t have this new administration and it’s really weird.

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    Katgeary
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  • Excellent!

    Amy Guth is the best podcaster and Chicagoland reporter in the business. This show has everything you’d want and need to know about the buzz. Highly recommended, great quality.

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    trying2Brational
    United States2 years ago

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Some listeners find occasional bias or strong opinions in coverage; others value candid analysis.

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Safety-net hospitals reach breaking point
Q: Tell me what's going on there with Weiss Memorial.
Weiss Memorial, after being shuttered by a private owner due to financial and infrastructure issues, is in a limbo state where the owner is seeking state extensions and trying to work with CMS for resumed funding, with a formal six-month assessment period to determine if it can reopen under a new plan.
Running the numbers on Chicago's housing dearth
Q: What are the three numbers that are influencing Chicago's housing market this summer?
Prices are rising, inventory is tight, and interest rates remain high, which together push buyers toward paying premiums and facing fewer available options.
Alexi Giannoulias' shadow campaign for mayor
Q: So tell me what's going on here with this campaign funding and how it's shaping things.
The guest explains that Giannoulias has effectively launched a campaign for mayor by amassing a massive fundraising lead, leveraging unions and business interests, and that his large war chest could deter other entrants while enabling aggressive campaigning once the race formalizes.
Big sign-off for The 78, Fire stadium TIF deal
Q: What changes in financing and approvals are expected next?
The plan has cleared the Committee on Finance, with construction targeted to begin this fall and the stadium ready for the 2028 MLS season; the city anticipates ongoing discussions about governance of the podium parking garage and how revenue from the garage will fund maintenance and operating costs, all while managing capitalized interest and ensuring timely reimbursements to Related Midwest.
Big sign-off for The 78, Fire stadium TIF deal
Q: Tell me all about it.
Danny Ecker explains the 22,000-seat privately funded Chicago Fire Stadium at the 78 site, the new $425 million public infrastructure package, and how a portion of TIF funds sourced from other districts is being ported to support it, a move designed to accelerate development while managing debt repayment through TIF notes.

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A concise daily briefing that centers on essential Chicago business, government, and real estate headlines with data-driven context from Crain's reporters and a conversational host. Episodes frequently unpack citywide trends, major local deals, policy shifts, and market dynamics—often anchored by Chicago-specific industries such as real estate, retail, and healthcare. Notable strengths include in-depth, journalist-led analysis, strong connections to local developments, and a habit of weaving policy implications into market commentary. Listeners are likely professionals seeking timely intelligence to inform decisions, with a preference for Chicago-focused, data-informed storytelling delivered in a approachable, conversational style.

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