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every 19 days
Average audio length:
48 minutes
Guest interviews
English
United States
33 episodes
since Oct. 18, 2024
episodic

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Two of Chicago's longest tenured and respected political reporters discuss what happened to an Illinois stadium for the Bears. Who dropped the ball on a failed bill in Springfield? After reports of secret meeting with the Bears, is Chicago suddenly back in the picture? What about the cold war betwe…

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A self-described public policy entrepreneur, Chicagoan Joel Braunold has dedicated his life to the pursuit of peace in the Middle East. We cover the war in Iran, what constitutes success for each country involved, and the potential winners and losers depending on the outcome. Joel also discusses th…
A powerful and personal conversation with one of the most successful and recognizable voices in music. Michael talks about his extensive career and humble beginnings, his connections to Chicago, and recalls a wild concert fight downstate. He opens up about his relationship with his father, his batt…
Two Illinois political insiders are back to share their thoughts on the bombing campaign in Iran, the Epstein files, and the emerging wedges dividing MAGA. We examine the key Senate and House races in the Illinois primary, and a Cook County race they say could lead to a sea change in local politics…
University of Chicago professor Robert Pape is an expert in military strategy and escalation patterns. He shares his insight into the U.S. bombing campaign in Iran, and what he would have told President Trump before launching the attacks. The professor had a warning about what’s ahead, and explains…
The doctor is in. Born in Arlington Heights, Bill Glass has become a cultural phenomenon as 'Dr. Rick' who helps keep people from becoming their parents. Bill talks about his journey from Kansas University through the lean years performing at Second City. We surprise him with a message from his fri…
Chicago was SO close. Down to the final four, a stunning vote in Copenhagen knocked Chicago out of the running for the 2016 Olympics in the first round. My guests revisit Chicago’s plans, the venues, and what could have been. They share stories about Mayor Daley’s passion for bringing the Games her…
What is happening on the streets of Iran? It’s hard to tell because the government has shut off all internet access. But based on information that is getting out, the Iranian government is shooting its own people. Thousands of people, to crush widespread protests in the streets. Globally recognized…
He has been with NPR for more than 40 years. Scott Simon joins “Chicago Unscripted’ to talk about AI, Venezuela, the current state of journalism, and the funding fate of NPR. We also discuss his poignant and personal book about the death of his mother, his deep love for the Cubs, and his deeper lov…
After 30 years as the anchor of ‘Inside Edition,’ Deborah Norville has a new job hosting a game show. In this episode of ‘Chicago Unscripted,’ Norville plays a round of her new game - as a contestant, and talks about how her career started in Atlanta. WMAQ hired her when she was just 23, and she to…
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