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The Block Club Chicago Podcast

Block Club Chicago
Chicago
Gun Violence
Joe & Bella
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Cook County State's Attorney
Adaptive Clothing
Dollar Stores
Coyotes
Fish Fry
Seniors
Chicago River
Chicago Public Schools
Education
Community Violence Prevention
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 the 1940s, a retired principal named Ethel Percy Andrus, learned that a former colleague of hers had been forced to live in a chicken coop because she couldn’t afford housing or medical care.

That moment started her on mission to help retired peo... more

Mayor Brandon Johnson said Tuesday he will not veto the so-called alternative budget that passed the City Council over the weekend, despite weeks of sharply criticizing parts of the spending plan as unbalanced and harmful to working Chicagoans.

The ... more

On today’s podcast, sponsored by Rush, epidemiologist Dr. Michael Lin on what we’re in for this flu season, and if it’s too late to protect yourself. 

Host - Jon Hansen

Guest - Dr. Michael Lin

More on Rush HERE

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A group of 27 alderpeople introduced a set of alternative budget proposals to City Council that would scrap a corporate head tax. Mayor Brandon Johnson has doubled down on his support of the idea. Are we headed toward a government shutdown?

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Recent Guests

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
Ariel Perella
Reporter for Block Club Chicago
Block Club Chicago
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 222 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 Statesa month 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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#118
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#114
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#178
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Chicago's Flu Season Is Here -- Is It Too Late To Protect Yourself?
Q: What precautions should people take if they feel sick?
If feeling sick, individuals should rest at home and consider masking when they return to work to minimize spreading illness.
Chicago's Flu Season Is Here -- Is It Too Late To Protect Yourself?
Q: Is it too late to get the flu vaccine?
It's not too late to get the vaccine; flu season can last several months, so vaccination is still recommended.
‘Lying Constantly’ - How The Feds Used Propaganda During Midway Blitz
Q: Why do you think it was important to write this story even though Operation Midway Blitz is over?
It's important for people around the whole country to acknowledge that these tactics will continue to be deployed in other cities.
‘Lying Constantly’ - How The Feds Used Propaganda During Midway Blitz
Q: How did you guys define maybe the difference between spin, which every administration, local and national takes part in, and propaganda?
After talking to experts in the field, we learned that the systematic spreading of ideas by the federal government is classified as propaganda.
Breast Cancer Diagnoses Are Up -- But More Women Are Surviving Than Ever
Q: Why do you love what you do?
It's a calling to help women through challenging times, forming connections, and seeing patients for their annual mammograms is rewarding.

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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. Dr. Michael Lin
2. Mark Carman
3. Dr. Dipti Gupta
4. Dr. Zachary Glaser
5. Maxwell Evans
6. Ofelia Torres
7. Ruben Torres
8. Nora McConnell-Johnson

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