The Chicago Podcast

Becca Burg is at the news desk with a report on the closing of the infamous Haunted Hooters in River North. The Art Institute welcomes a new exhibit, while vandalism put foster cats in peril at The Catcade on Belmont. 

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.