In the Loop (Segments)

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The podcast currently has 6,304 episodes available.

In the Loop (Segments) episodes:

June 08, 2022 How can we make Chicago roads safer for cyclists?
After a recent increase in cyclist deaths and injuries in Chicago, the city has put up flexible posts on Dusable Lake Shore Drive and plans on bringing protected bike lanes to the Northwest Side. But some cyclists and advocates say there’s more to be done.

Reset learns more about the city’s biking infrastructure, and what improvements can be made.
Host: Sasha-Ann Simons
Producer: Marie Mendoza
Guests: Jim Merrell and Izzy Stroobandt
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17min
June 08, 2022 It’s official: Lightfoot announces reelection bid
Even though the mayoral race is more than eight months away, Mayor Lori Lightfoot already faces six opponents: former CEO of Chicago Public Schools Paul Vallas, 6th Ward Ald. Roderick Sawyer, 15th Ward Ald. Raymond Lopez, State Rep. Kam Buckner, businessman Willie Wilson and Chicago police officer Frederick Collins. If successful, Lightfoot would be the first woman to be reelected as Chicago mayor.

Reset gets the latest on the race.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons
Producer: Meha Ahmad
Guest: Mariah Woelfel
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14min
June 07, 2022 Expert weighs in on higher monkeypox risk among LGBTQ community
The CDC says a significant portion of global monkeypox cases are among gay and bisexual men.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons
Producer: Stephanie Kim
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16min
June 07, 2022 Northwestern University engineers create world’s smallest walking robot
The half-millimeter-long crab joins a collection of tiny robots inspired by the natural world.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons
Producer: Christian Elliott
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16min
June 07, 2022 Republicans accuse Gov. Pritzker of ‘criminal negligence’ for veterans’ homes deaths
JB Pritzker’s successful run for governor in 2018 included leveling similar accusations against then-Gov. Bruce Rauner.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons
Producer: Claire Hyman
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9min
June 07, 2022 Sen. Tammy Duckworth wants an electric car battery plant in Illinois
Duckworth is encouraging Taiwanese and South Korean companies to build factories in downstate Illinois.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons
Producer: Char Daston
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8min
June 07, 2022 Chicago nonprofits offer affordable Kosher, Halal food
The planned closure of Englewood’s Whole Foods means that Go Green Community Fresh Market — a nonprofit grocery store and food pantry that offers halal options — is one of only three full-service grocery options in the neighborhood. Meanwhile in Rogers Park, Jewish nonprofit The Ark is developing a food pantry for people who keep kosher.
Reset learns more about access to religious diets for Chicago families experiencing food insecurity.
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14min
June 07, 2022 Community organizations have creative solutions to food deserts in Chicago
After a string of grocery store closings across the South and West sides of Chicago, many residents have been left with no choice but to travel outside of their neighborhoods to get groceries. But two community organizations are working to change that.
Reset learns more about the fight for access to healthy and affordable foods in areas with limited options.
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17min
June 07, 2022 Chicago’s camera rebate program officially launches
Chicago residents can now apply for up to $1,020 in rebates through the city’s Home and Business Protection Program to purchase security cameras, lights, a GPS tracker and more. City officials say this program will allow residents and business owners to feel safer, but critics are concerned about increased surveillance and potential misuse of video footage.
Reset checks in with a city official and a legal adviser.
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16min
June 06, 2022 Pulse oximeter ethnic and racial bias led to covid treatment delays
People of color have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and one study found one medical test that led to delayed treatment
Reset hears from an author on the study on this and other racially biased tests in healthcare.

Host: Sasha-Ann Simons
Producer: Brenda Ruiz
Guest: Amanda Bradke
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14min

FAQs about In the Loop (Segments):

How many episodes does In the Loop (Segments) have?

The podcast currently has 6,304 episodes available.