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The Block Club Chicago Podcast

Block Club Chicago
Chicago
Gun Violence
Joe & Bella
Shotspotter
Frame Chicago
Cook County State's Attorney
Adaptive Clothing
Dollar Stores
Coyotes
Fish Fry
Seniors
Chicago River
Education
Community Violence Prevention
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago City Council
Seipp Brewing
Heartbalm Laws
Brandon Johnson
Community

The important, emotional, inspiring stories affecting Chicagoans. New episodes Tuesdays, Thursdays, or whenever a BIG story breaks.

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In 2008, as a recession swept across the country, cities and states were desperate for cash. Chicago looked to privatize anything it could to close its deficits.

Enter, the parking meter deal. A 75-year lease that has some have called the "worst dea... more

When Tarik Shahzad spotted two patches of white among the sea of gray sandhill cranes, he knew he’d done it again.

Over Thanksgiving weekend, the 28-year-old avid birder saw two whooping cranes — one of the rarest birds in North America and his 295t... more

What a ride.

On today's episode CHGO's Mark Carman on the miraculous win over the Packers. And the 'Cheese Grater Guy' joins the show!

Host - Jon Hansen

Guests - Mark Carman, Brandon Martinez

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While homicide totals and most other violent crime figures dropped in Chicago last year, homicides that resulted from domestic violence increased by 15 percent, according to the city’s violence reduction dashboard.

Advocates say the surge in violent... more

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Brandon Martinez
Known as the 'cheese grater guy' for his viral appearance during the Bears game
Episode: Good. Better. Best. Grater -- The Bears’ Wild Ride Continues
Dr. Michael Lin
Epidemiologist specializing in infectious diseases
Rush University Medical Center
Episode: Chicago's Flu Season Is Here -- Is It Too Late To Protect Yourself?
Mark Carman
Host of the CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast and contributor at WGN Radio
CHGO Sports
Episode: Hop On The Bears Bandwagon! They May Be Good (Or Might Kinda Suck) UPDATE: THEY'RE GOOD
Dr. Dipti Gupta
Breast imaging radiologist at Rush
Rush
Episode: Breast Cancer Diagnoses Are Up -- But More Women Are Surviving Than Ever
Dr. Zachary Glaser
Urologist at Rush University
Rush University
Episode: Why Are Chicago Men So Afraid To Go To The Doctor?
Maxwell Evans
Reporter covering the Obama Presidential Center
Block Club Chicago
Episode: What's Up With The Obama Presidential Center?
Ofelia Torres
A 16-year-old high school student battling stage four cancer
Episode: A Chicago Teen Had Just Returned From Chemo -- Then ICE Arrested Her Dad
Ruben Torres
Ofelia's father detained by ICE
Episode: A Chicago Teen Had Just Returned From Chemo -- Then ICE Arrested Her Dad
Nora McConnell-Johnson
Owner of Babe's Sports Bar
Babe's Sports Bar
Episode: Babe’s Giving Women’s Sports Fans In Chicago A Place To Call Home

Host

Jon Hansen
Host with extensive experience in journalism, focused on community and human interest stories.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 224 ratings
  • Great city podcast

    Jon and the team do an excellent job going behind the scenes of Block Club Chicago news coverage to deliver interesting and compelling stories about the vibrancy of Chicago. My favorite episode was from a few years ago when Jon interviewed a fireman about the changing landscape of fires in the city. Each episode is a reminder that our city has a rich history, a bright future and truly brilliant people rising to meet the challenges of a modern American city.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    That other other girl
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing local news offering

    The Block Club Chicago podcast consistently adds context and depth to discussions about news in Chicago. Thanks for keeping us informed, and taking us behind the headlines.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LANewsie
    United Statesa year ago
  • Incredible hyper local news

    Block Club Chicago is a group of hard working, talented Chicagoans looking to highlight stories from the hyper-local to the national. They do so with integrity, vigor, and (on this podcast and the ‘It’s All Good’ variety) a dash of optimism where appropriate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RubyB612
    United Statesa year ago
  • Disappointingly boring

    As a lifelong Chicagoan, I was excited to find this podcast. Some of the stores are covered in a very poor fashion. They unfortunately disproportionately cover street crime like the rest of Chicago media. Block Club Chicago articles are typically pretty good. This needs a revamp

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MyFavoriteNicknameWasTaken
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Chicago journalism, for your ears

    The Block Club Chicago podcast gives a voice to a city full of people with stories to tell. It’s a refreshing source of informative and interesting local journalism, delivered with a conversational tone that feels like an informed neighbor telling me about the things that are going on around me that I should know about. I’ve been enjoying it as a regular source of local news and often recommend this podcast to other Chicagoans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beckyjf
    United States2 years ago

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Overall sentiment indicates that it provides a vital perspective on issues facing Chicago, resonating well with those interested in local dynamics.
Listeners appreciate the podcast's focus on local news and the emotional impact of community stories.
Many find the content to be uplifting and essential, especially during challenging times.
Some reviews mention a desire for improved storytelling techniques and more thorough coverage of certain topics.

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Talking Points

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Good. Better. Best. Grater -- The Bears’ Wild Ride Continues
Q: What are the expectations for the Bears in their upcoming game against the Rams?
Mark expresses confidence in the Bears, predicting a close match, while highlighting the need for a strong running game.
Bears. Packers. Grate night? Or Does The Pack Still Own Da Bears? UPDATE: DAAAAAAAAA BEARS
Q: How significant is the history of the Bears vs. Packers rivalry?
It's a storied rivalry, and the Bears have not won a playoff game against the Packers for many years, adding pressure to this matchup.
Bears. Packers. Grate night? Or Does The Pack Still Own Da Bears? UPDATE: DAAAAAAAAA BEARS
Q: What is the current mindset of the Bears going into the playoffs?
The Bears have a mix of confidence and uncertainty, with excitement about making the playoffs but concern about their performance and injuries.
Chicago Under Siege -- How Operation Midway Blitz Changed Our City
Q: Do we have any sense for how many times agents deployed some sort of chemical weapon on everyday Chicagoans?
Yes, a local multi-newsroom investigation found that the feds used tear gas or some chemical weapon at least 49 times in the city of Chicago.
Chicago Under Siege -- How Operation Midway Blitz Changed Our City
Q: How did residents respond to these operations?
Residents became organized to defend their neighborhoods, often providing mutual aid to those affected by detention and arrests.

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Providing in-depth reporting on the important issues facing Chicago, the content focuses on human stories that resonate with the city's diverse residents. With a strong emphasis on local events and trends, episodes frequently explore topics such as community resilience, public health, city governance, and social issues amid Chicago's unique cultural backdrop. Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to uplifting voices from various communities and addressing pressing challenges, making it a vital source of information for those seeking to understand the complexities of life in Chicago.

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Recent guests on The Block Club Chicago Podcast include:

1. Brandon Martinez
2. Dr. Michael Lin
3. Mark Carman
4. Dr. Dipti Gupta
5. Dr. Zachary Glaser
6. Maxwell Evans
7. Ofelia Torres
8. Ruben Torres

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