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Reset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, June 13, 2025Tempers flare as Governor Pritzker joins two Democratic Governors in testimony before the House Oversight Committee. Chicago leaders brace for massive “No Kings” protest as President Trump threatens to send military troops to quell protests in Democratic cities. Reset goes behind those headlines and more in our Weekly News Recap. This week’s panelists include AXIOS Chicago reporter Carrie Shepherd, Chicago Tribune immigration reporter Laura Rodríguez Presa and Chicago Sun-Times reporter covering government and politics Mitchell Armentrout.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2025-06-1347 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: May 9, 2025The new Pope has Chicago roots, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s housing initiative gets City Council approval, and new candidates crowd the race to replace Sen. Durbin. Reset goes behind those headlines and much more in our Weekly News Recap. This week’s panel features CW 26 reporter Brandon Pope, Chicago Sun-Times reporter Mitchell Armentrout and Chicago Tribune editor Chris Jones.For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset. 2025-05-0946 min
Halas IntrigueBreaking Down the Bears' Top PicksThe Bears had a whopping four picks in the first 62 selections of this year's draft. The Sun-Times' Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down how they fit.2025-04-2626 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, April 11, 2025Mayor Johnson’s first aldermanic appointment is approved and a Chicago City Council committee advances a measure banning Jan. 6 participants from city jobs. Reset dives into these and other top local stories in the Weekly News Recap with Quinn Myers, Block Club Chicago reporte; Brandis Friedman, WTTW “Chicago Tonight” anchor; and Tom Schuba, Chicago Sun-Times reporter.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2025-04-1144 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, March 28, 2025Trump administration cuts $153 million in Illinois mental health and substance abuse services. Mayor Brandon Johnson struggles to find money for a $175 million pension payment. Also: can you name 1,000 things you love about Chicago? Reset goes behind the headlines in the Weekly News Recap. This week’s roundtable includes Simone Alicea, City Cast Chicago executive producer; Alex Nitkin, government finance and accountability reporter with the Illinois Answers Project; and Nader Issa, Chicago Sun-Times education reporter.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2025-03-2845 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsChicago Public Media CEO Melissa Bell On Future of Chicago Sun-Times, WBEZLast week, the Chicago Sun-Times lost 20% of its workforce, as public media faces funding threats from Washington. So what’s ahead for one of the largest non-profit media companies in the country? Reset sits down with Melissa Bell, CEO of Chicago Public Media, to learn how this will affect what readers and listeners can expect from CPM’s newsrooms.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2025-03-2424 min
ResetChicago Public Media CEO Melissa Bell on what’s next for WBEZ, Chicago Sun-TimesThirty Chicago Sun-Times employees, and five staffers from WBEZ have resigned under a buyout program.2025-03-2423 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: March 21, 2025Chicago Board of Education postpones vote on controversial loan to pay pension debt. Trump signs executive order closing Department of Education as Illinois comes under federal scrutiny for accommodating trans students. Reset goes behind those headlines and more with Chalkbeat Chicago reporter Reema Amin, NBC-5 Chicago reporter Christian Farr and Chicago Sun-Times reporter Mitchell Armentrout on the Weekly News Recap.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2025-03-2146 minHalas IntrigueTrades!The Sun-Times' Patrick Finley and Mark Potash break down the Bears' trades for guards Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson.2025-03-0525 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWhat Do ICE Raids Look Like In Chicago?More than 100 people have been arrested in immigration raids in the city since President Donald Trump took office, according to Chicago officials. So, what do those raids look like? And what are community organizations doing to help immigrants know their rights? Reset checks in with WBEZ immigration reporter, Chicago Sun-Times social justice, immigration and income inequality reporter Elvia Malagón, volunteer with 25th Ward IPO and Pilsen Rapid Response Team Mimi Guiracocha and volunteer with Paso West Suburban Action Project Betty Alzamora.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2025-02-1123 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Jan. 10, 2025Nearly 300 new laws are now in effect in Illinois in 2025. Chicago Public Schools parents are under the microscope after a damning report from the district’s inspector general. Meanwhile, former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan spoke candidly about his life and work for the first time in years during his federal corruption trial. Reset discusses those stories and much more with Chicago Sun-Times education reporter Nader Issa, WTTW political correspondent Amanda Vinicky and ABC7 News anchor Ravi Baichwal.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2025-01-1045 min
Sound OpinionsX's Under the Big Black Sun with John DoeIn 1982, the Los Angeles punk rock band X put out its album Under the Big Black Sun. Over 40 years later, it's still great! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with X vocalist and bassist John Doe all about the album and the band's impact. They'll also chat with him about his recent solo album and his work in television and film.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a don...2025-01-1048 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Dec. 20. 2024Chicago’s City Council finally passed the 2025 budget. Meanwhile, the Chicago School Board called a special meeting Friday night to discuss the possible firing of schools CEO Pedro Martinez. Reset breaks down those stories and much more with Chalkbeat Chicago bureau chief Becky Vevea, Better Government Association president David Greising and Chicago Sun-Times reporter Mitch Armentrout.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-12-2147 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Dec. 13, 2024City Council prepares to vote on Mayor Johnson’s revised budget proposal. President-elect Trump’s border czar warns that mass deportations could start in Chicago. The prosecution wraps up its case in the Madigan corruption trial. Reset breaks down these stories and much more with freelance journalist Leigh Giangreco, WTTW News correspondent Nick Blumberg and Chicago Sun-Times chief political reporter Tina Sfondeles.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-12-1346 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Dec. 6, 2024Divide between Chicago’s mayor and its city council remains over how to close a nearly $1 billion budget gap. Meanwhile, drama in the Johnson administration continues as alders call for reforms to the city's “Do Not Hire” list.
Reset goes behind the headlines of those stories and more with Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Ray Long, Chicago Sun-Times reporter covering government and politics
Mitch Armentrout, and Block Club Chicago reporter covering the Loop, West Loop, River North and the Gold Coast Melody Mercado in our Weekly News Recap.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-12-0645 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Nov. 22, 2024There’s a plot twist in the years-long Jussie Smollett case and we got a look at the “magic list” of former Illinois House speaker Mike Madigan. Reset breaks down those stories and more with CW-26 reporter and anchor Brandon Pope, WTTW Chicago politics reporter Heather Cherone, WBEZ criminal justice editor Patrick Smith and Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-11-2245 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Nov. 15, 2024Alders block Mayor’s massive property tax hike and the Bears fire the team’s offensive coordinator while strategizing about a possible new stadium site.
Reset goes behind the headlines of those stories and much more in our Weekly News Recap with Axios Chicago reporter Carrie Shepherd, Fox 32 Chicago political correspondent Paris Schutz and Chicago Sun-Times reporter Mitch Armentrout.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-11-1545 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Nov. 8, 2024Chicago and Illinois politicians and organizers are already doing the research and prep for what a second Trump presidency would mean for residents locally. A double homicide at a beloved Chicago tourist attraction stuns the city, 29 alders band together to push back on the mayor’s proposed property tax, and after 117 years, prohibition is officially over in a small corner of Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood. Reset digs into the week’s stories with WBEZ senior editor of government and politics Angela Rozas O’Toole, WTTW political correspondent and host Amanda Vinicky and Chicago Sun-Times chief political reporter Tina Sfondeles.
For a fu...2024-11-0846 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Sept. 27, 2024The Chicago Sky’s coach is fired. Hundreds more people join a lawsuit saying they were abused at juvenile detention centers across Illinois. Mayor Brandon Johnson calls for the resignation of Chicago Public Schools CEO.
Reset goes behind those headlines and more with a panel of local journalists on the Weekly News Recap. This week’s panel: Chalkbeat Chicago reporter Reema Amin, City Cast Chicago host Jacoby Cochran, and Chicago Sun-Times reporter Mitchell Armentrout.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-09-2745 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Sept. 6, 2024Four people were killed in a mass shooting on the Blue Line, a Palestinian coffee shop in Uptown was vandalized and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker spent Labor Day campaigning for Kamala Harris in New Hampshire. Reset breaks down those stories and much more with journalists Block Club investigative reporter Manny Ramos, Fox 32 political correspondent Paris Schutz and Chicago Sun-Times reporter and editor Tom Schuba.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-09-0644 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Aug. 30, 2024Attorneys for former Illinois House Speaker Mike Madigan request evidence be thrown out ahead of his upcoming corruption trial. Demolition begins on local landmark to make way for Chicago's riverfront casino. Local radio host resigns from high school coaching duties after controversial comments.
Reset goes behind those headlines and more with a panel of local journalists that includes Natalie Moore, WBEZ race, class and communities editor, Becky Vevea, bureau chief of Chalkbeat Chicago and Mitchell Armentrout, Chicago Sun-Times reporter covering government and politics.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-08-3047 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Aug. 23, 2024Chicago was the center of the political and media universe this week as it hosted the Democratic National Convention. Thousands of delegates rallied inside the convention, while thousands of protesters made their voices heard outside the United Center.
Reset goes behind the headlines of those stories and much more with Lynn Sweet and Nader Issa from the Chicago Sun-Times and Mariah Woelfel from WBEZ.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-08-2446 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: August 9, 2024What happened this week? Well, Kamala Harris tapped a Midwesterner to join the top of the Democratic ticket – and it wasn’t JB Pritzker. After breaking a long losing streak, the Chicago White Sox also lost manager Pedro Grifol. And on its 20th anniversary, we remember the Dave Matthews Band and “poopgate.”
Reset digs into those stories and more in the Weekly News Recap. Our panel this week: Mitchell Armentrout, Chicago Sun-Times government and politics reporter, Kim Bellware, Washington Post national and breaking news reporter, and Michael Puente, WBEZ reporter and Sunday anchor.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head ove...2024-08-0946 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: June 28, 2024Joe Biden and Donald Trump face off in a presidential debate, Chicago makes a deal with some protesters ahead of the Democratic National Convention, and NASCAR gets ready to shut down some Chicago streets.
Reset goes behind these headlines and more in the Weekly News Recap. This week’s panel: Jon Seidel, federal courts reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times; David Greising, president of the Better Government Association; and Carrie Shepherd, Chicago reporter for Axios.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-06-2845 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: June 7, 2024So much news, so little time. From a proposed teen curfew downtown to DNC security updates to sex-crazed “zombie” cicadas, Reset dives into the top local stories in the Weekly News Recap. Our panel this week is: The Chicago Sun-Times Mitchell Armentrout, WTTW’s Brandis Friedman, and Block Club Chicago’s Melody Mercado.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-06-0746 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap, April 26, 2024The Chicago Bears revealed plans for a new domed lakefront stadium – and successfully drafted their quarterback pick. The family of Dexter Reed filed a civil rights lawsuit over his killing by police. Chicago campuses see anti-war protests, and specialty grocers Dom's Kitchen & Market and Foxtrot face class action lawsuits from now-former employees. Reset breaks down these stories and much more with NBC-5 Chicago’s Christian Farr, Chicago Sun-Times’s Mitchell Armentrout, and Chicago Tribune’s Dan Petrella.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-04-2646 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ Weekly News Recap, April 12, 2024Chicago’s Civilian Office of Police Accountability releases body cam footage from a deadly March traffic stop where officers fired nearly 100 shots in less than a minute. Plus, new legislation aims to close a race gap in teacher evaluations, and stargazers head downstate for a total solar eclipse. Reset goes behind the headlines of those stories and much more in our Weekly News Recap with Andy Grimm of the Chicago Sun-Times, Ravi Baichwal at ABC 7 News, and Leigh Giangreco with Crain’s Chicago Business.
For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.2024-04-1343 min
The Fran Spielman ShowPrimary election preview with Sun-Times' Tina Sfondeles & WBEZ's Dave McKinneySun-Times City Hall reporter Fran Spielman welcomes colleagues Sun-Times political reporter Tina Sfondeles and WBEZ state and government reporter Dave McKinney to discuss the races to watch ahead of Tuesday's election. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-03-1535 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Dec. 1, 2023The Illinois primary is 109 days away. The Ed Burke trial is heating up. And the city of Chicago teams up with churches to house migrants. We’ll break down those stories and more in WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap with panelists Monica Eng, reporter for Axios Chicago, Michael Loria, reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times, and Dave McKinney, WBEZ state politics reporter.2023-12-0144 minHalas IntrigueJustin's BackThe Sun-Times' Patrick Finley and Mark Potash break down what they expect to see from Justin Fields in his return Sunday in Detroit.2023-11-1620 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Nov. 10, 2023One of Brandon Johnson’s top City Council allies resigns his leadership post; state legislators wrap up fall veto session; President Biden visits UAW workers at Belvidere auto plant and is met with protesters. Reset goes behind those headlines and more in our Weekly News Recap with Leigh Giangreco, government and politics reporter for Crain’s Chicago Business; Ravi Baichwal, anchor at ABC7; and Jon Seidel, federal courts reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times.If you want to check out more Reset conversations, go to wbez.org/reset. 2023-11-1045 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Sept. 29, 2023The auto workers’ strike expands to Chicago. Hundreds more migrants arrive from the U.S.-Mexico border. The Chicago Park District quietly settles sexual misconduct cases. Plus, is a government shutdown inevitable?
Reset breaks down the top stories of the week with David Greising of the Better Government Association, Rummana Hussain of the Chicago Sun-Times and WBEZ’s Dan Mihalopoulos.
And don’t forget, we’re bringing you conversations like this every day. Find our full catalog of interviews at wbez.org/reset.2023-09-2944 minReset with Sasha-Ann SimonsWBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Aug. 25, 2023Bomb threats force suburban libraries to close their doors. A jury finds longtime chief of staff to former House Speaker Madigan guilty. And a Chicago alderman calls for a quiet zone around a downtown clinic that provides abortion services. Reset breaks down these top local stories and more in the Weekly News Recap with Chicago Sun-Times reporter Nader Issa, WBEZ city government and politics reporter Tessa Weinberg and Washington Post national and breaking news reporter Kim Bellware.2023-08-2544 minHalas IntrigueA Pass-Rusher!Patrick Finley and Mark Potash break down the Bears' addition of edge rusher Yannick Ngakoue — and ask whether he solves their defensive end problem.2023-08-0419 minHalas IntrigueAnalyzing Week 1 of Training CampPatrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash break down the highlights from the Bears' first week of camp and wonder about what's to come — from padded practices to the next player to get a big contract.2023-07-3121 minHalas IntrigueBears Report to Training CampWhat are the Bears' expectations for 2023? Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down what Ryan Poles, Matt Eberflus and Justin Fields said on report day.2023-07-2520 minHalas IntrigueBears Break for the SummerPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down what they learned from mandatory minicamp and the questions facing the Bears as they break for the summer.2023-06-1525 minHalas IntrigueJaylon's BackPatrick Finley and Mark Potash talk about Jaylon Johnson's return to Halas Hall — and wonder what he wants out of a new contract.2023-06-0717 min
WBEZ NewsWBEZ & Sun-Times Investigation reveals impact of Chicago school closuresWe find out what happened to schools that absorbed students from the 50 schools that Chicago closed in 2013 as part of an on-going investigation by WBEZ and the Chicago Sun-Times. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Sarah Karp2023-06-0606 minHalas IntrigueThe OTA FYIPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser talk about Justin Fields' huge season ahead and Jaylon Johnson being among the missing at the Bears' first week of OTAs.2023-05-2319 minHalas IntrigueSchedule Time!Patrick Finley and Mark Potash break down the Bears' 2023 schedule, game by game.2023-05-1222 minHalas IntrigueBears 2023 Draft RecapPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down who the Bears took, who they didn't take and what's left to do.2023-04-3027 minHalas IntrigueThe Pick Is InPatrick Finley and Mark Potash debate the Bears' choice of Darnell Wright — and the team's decision not to take Jalen Carter.2023-04-2823 minHalas IntrigueThe Bears NFL Draft previewJason Lieser and Patrick Finley break down the Bears' options in Round 1 of Thursday's draft, debating whom they could draft — or if they could trade back.2023-04-2530 minHalas IntrigueKevin Warren Joins the PodcastIncoming Bears president/CEO Kevin Warren sits down with Patrick Finley to talk about Justin Fields, Ryan Poles and the team wanting to build a stadium in Arlington Heights.2023-03-3024 minHalas IntrigueLive From The NFL MeetingsFrom the NFL's annual meetings in Phoenix, Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down how the Bears weighed whether to keep quarterback Justin Fields, what they did in free agency and what's left to accomplish in the draft.2023-03-2816 minHalas IntrigueAnalyzing Ryan Poles' dealsPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser talk about Bears GM Ryan Poles' explanation for trading the No. 1 pick and his free-agent spending, then debate the appeal of Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter.2023-03-1621 minHalas IntrigueDay 1 of Free AgencyPatrick Finley and Mark Potash ask the question: what does Tremaine Edmunds do that Roquan Smith didn't? They then break down the rest of the Bears' moves on Day 1 of free agency.2023-03-1421 minHalas IntrigueThe Bears traded No. 1!Ryan Poles traded the Bears' first overall pick. Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down what it means for the GM, the Bears' free agent class and Justin Fields.2023-03-1123 minThe Fran Spielman ShowMayoral election recap | Sun-Times' Tina Sfondeles and WBEZ's Dan MihalopoulosSun-Times City Hall reporter Fran Spielman is joined by her colleagues, Sun-Times' chief political reporter Tina Sfondeles and WBEZ's political reporter Dan Mihalopoulos to recap Tuesday's historic Mayoral election. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-03-0334 minHalas IntrigueRyan Poles Joins the PodPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser sit down with Bears GM Ryan Poles at the NFL Scouting Combine to talk trading the No. 1 pick, his evaluation of Justin Fields, what he saw from Chase Claypool and more.2023-02-2829 minWBEZ NewsPolluters often get a pass on air-quality violations, Chicago Sun-Times findsThe Chicago Sun-Times found that local businesses often had their air pollution citations dropped. Host: Melba Lara, Clare Lane; Producer: Lauren Frost2023-02-1304 minHalas IntrigueWas Devin Hester Snubbed?From Phoenix, Patrick Finley is joined by a special guest — his twin brother Ryan Finley! (Seriously!) — to talk about Bears returner Devin Hester missing out on the Pro Football Hall of Fame.2023-02-1022 minHalas IntrigueMeet the New BossPatrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash break down new president/CEO Kevin Warren's introductory press conference and what it means for the Bears' new stadium, ownership and the product on the field.2023-01-1822 minHalas IntrigueOn Ryan Poles, Justin Fields and the No. 1 PickPatrick Finley and Mark Potash break down GM Ryan Poles' end-of-season comments about Justin Fields as his starter, what he'll look for in the No. 1 pick and what he'll do next.2023-01-1025 minHalas IntrigueBears Are No. 1Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser look ahead to what the Bears should do with the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft.2023-01-0924 minHalas IntrigueBears Wave the White FlagPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down the Bears' decision to sit QB Justin Fields for Sunday's season finale in hopes of getting the No. 1 overall NFL Draft pick.2023-01-0427 minHalas IntrigueA New LowAfter the Bears lost to the Lions — the Lions! — by 31 points, Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down a new low.2023-01-0224 minHalas IntrigueA New B1G Boss?Patrick Finley and Mark Potash break down a potential new Bears president, what quarterback Justin Fields can prove Sunday against the Lions, and make their picks.2022-12-2924 minHalas IntrigueIced outPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down another Bears loss, this time in a frigid Soldier Field.2022-12-2522 minHalas IntrigueBrrr DownPatrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash preview Saturday's game against the Bills and wonder if the cold weather gives the Bears an edge at Soldier Field. They also debate the Pro Bowl election results and bemoan inconsistency on the offensive line.2022-12-2227 minHalas IntrigueA 1-Man ShowPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser discuss Justin Fields facing the Eagles defense almost by himself, the struggles of rookie Velus Jones and what they learned from a near-miss against the NFC's best team.2022-12-1923 minHalas IntrigueThe Bears vs. The League's BestHow will Justin Fields and the Bears fare against the league's best team? Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash preview Sunday's game against the Eagles.2022-12-1522 minHalas IntriguePackers Beat the Bears — AgainPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down Justin Fields' return, Aaron Rodgers' fourth-quarter rally and more from the latest installment of the Bears' rivalry game.2022-12-0526 minHalas IntrigueIs Aaron Rodgers the GOAT?As we count down to the Bears-Packers game, Patrick Finley asks Mark Potash if Aaron Rodgers is the greatest QB ever. They then try to parse the latest Justin Fields news.2022-12-0131 minHalas IntrigueThat Was UGLYPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser analyze the Bears' biggest stinker of the year, a 31-10 loss to the Jets.2022-11-2828 minHalas IntrigueAll About Justin's ShoulderJustin Fields has a separated shoulder with ligament damage. Now what? Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break it down.2022-11-2427 minHalas IntrigueJustin Fields Is HurtWhat's going on with Justin Fields' shoulder? Patrick Finley, Mark Potash and Jason Lieser break down another Bears' loss — and a concerning injury.2022-11-2129 minHalas IntrigueLots of QuestionsWhy isn't Chase Claypool playing? And Velus Jones? And what will Justin Fields do next? Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser debate.2022-11-1731 minHalas IntrigueJustin Fields Did What? (Part 2)Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down another amazing Justin Fields performance — and a predictable finish — in Sunday's loss to the Lions.2022-11-1431 minHalas IntrigueWhat Will Justin Fields Do Next?What will Justin Fields do for an encore? Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash break down what to expect from Sunday's game against the Lions.2022-11-1024 minHalas IntrigueJustin Fields Breaks OutJustin Fields just posted the greatest regular-season rushing game in the history of NFL quarterbacks. Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down his breakout showing in the Bears' 35-32 loss to the Dolphins.2022-11-0732 minHalas IntrigueBears' Wild Week Ends vs. DolphinsPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser pick their winners for Sunday's Bears-Dolphins game and dissect the team's state of mind after a tumultuous week.2022-11-0329 minHalas IntrigueThe Bears Give Justin Fields Some HelpPatrick Finley and Mark Potash break down the Chase Claypool trade and what GM Ryan Poles had to say about dealing Roquan Smith.2022-11-0211 minHalas IntrigueThe Bears Traded Roquan!Patrick Finley and Mark Potash break down the Bears' shocking trade of Roquan Smith to the Ravens.2022-11-0115 minHalas IntrigueBears Are Blown Out By CowboysPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down Justin Fields' growth, the defense's disappointing showing and what the 49-29 loss to Dallas means for the rest of the season.2022-10-3129 minHalas IntrigueCowboys Week!Why did the Bears trade Robert Quinn? Will the team run Justin Fields against the Cowboys as much as it did against the Patriots? And who wins Sunday's game in Dallas? Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash break it down.2022-10-2728 minHalas IntrigueBears Win a Stunner Over the Patriots!Moments after the Bears shocked the Patriots 33-14, Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash broke down the upset, Justin Fields and the GM Ryan Poles' assessment of his progress.2022-10-2527 minHalas IntrigueStand pat vs. the Pats?What changes will the Bears make? Do they have a prayer Monday night against the Patriots and GOAT head coach Bill Belichick? And has Justin Fields hit a new low? Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash break it down.2022-10-2023 minHalas IntrigueA Game of InchesPatrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash break down Justin Fields' play and what went wrong in the loss to the Commanders.2022-10-1428 minHalas IntrigueWho Ya Got: Bears or Commanders?Patrick Finley and Mark Potash predict the winner of Thursday night's Bears-Commanders game, wonder whether games on short rest are making the NFL worse, and debate what Justin Fields needs to show in prime time.2022-10-1326 minHalas IntrigueWhat the Heck Just Happened?Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash break down the Bears’ wacky 29-22 loss to the Vikings and wonder whether this is the kind of development Justin Fields was waiting for.2022-10-1027 min
Halas IntriguePredicting the Bears-Vikings WinnerPatrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash wonder what Luke Getsy is seeing that we don't, how Justin Fields can improve and who wins the Bears-Vikings game.2022-10-0627 min
Halas IntrigueGiant Questions About Justin FieldsPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser detail another underwhelming day for Justin Fields and the challenge Matt Eberflus faces in trying to get the Bears’ offense moving in the right direction.2022-10-0328 minHalas IntrigueAnalyzing Fields and Picking WinnersPatrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash break down what they need to see from Justin Fields and pick who will the Bears' game against the Giants.2022-09-2923 minHalas IntrigueA Bit of Good, A Bit of Not So GoodThe Bears won, but why does it feel like they didn’t? Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down the 23-20 win Sunday and why the quarterback struggled.2022-09-2625 minHalas IntriguePicking Winners for Bears-TexansPatrick Finley, Jason Lieser and Mark Potash make their picks for the Bears-Texans game and debate why the offense can't afford to run only 11 times on Sunday.2022-09-2224 minHalas IntrigueAnother Packers BeatdownPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser debate what Aaron Rodgers' continued dominance of the Bears — and Justin Fields' struggles — mean for the rivalry and the Bears' season. 2022-09-1926 minHalas IntrigueAre the Packers done for?Patrick Finley and Jason Lieser debate the narrative that the Packers are done for — and then pick winners for Sunday night's rivalry game.2022-09-1527 minHalas IntrigueThe Bears' Big UpsetPatrick Finley and Jason Lieser break down the Bears' 19-10 upset win against the 49ers and debate what it means for Matt Eberflus, Justin Fields and the rest of the team.2022-09-1230 minHalas IntrigueThe Season Starts!The Sun-Times' Patrick Finley and Mark Potash make their predictions for Sunday's season opener against the 49ers — and the Bears season in general.2022-09-0823 minHalas IntriguePoles Talks — Plus Stadium NewsPatrick Finley and Mark Potash break down Ryan Poles' take on Roquan Smith and Teven Jenkins — and detail the news that broke about the Arlington Heights stadium project Thursday.2022-09-0222 minHalas IntrigueHalas Intrigue PreviewThe latest Chicago Bears news and analysis from the Chicago Sun-Times and WBEZ. Listen as we evaluate games, make predictions, provide insights and analyze the day’s big stories. Stay informed this football season with Chicago Sun-Times reporters and columnists Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser, Mark Potash, Rick Morrissey and Rick Telander.2022-09-0100 min
Sound OpinionsJohn Doe & X's Under the Big Black Sun 40 Years LaterIn 1982, the Los Angeles punk rock band X put out its album Under the Big Black Sun. 40 years later, it's still great! Hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot talk with X vocalist and bassist John Doe all about the album and the band's impact. They'll also chat with him about his new solo album and his work in television and film. Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a...2022-06-2449 min
NerdetteNerdette Book Club: ‘Klara and the Sun’It's our long-awaited episode on Kazuo Ishiguro’s 'Klara and the Sun'! We dive into the Nobel prize-winner’s latest with writer Anita Felicelli, who recently reviewed ‘Klara and the Sun’ for the Los Angeles Review of Books, and author Veronica Roth (‘Divergent,’ ‘Chosen Ones’).2021-08-3145 minNerdetteNerdette Book Club: ‘Klara and the Sun’It's our long-awaited episode on Kazuo Ishiguro’s 'Klara and the Sun'! We dive into the Nobel prize-winner’s latest with writer Anita Felicelli, who recently reviewed ‘Klara and the Sun’ for the Los Angeles Review of Books, and author Veronica Roth (‘Divergent,’ ‘Chosen Ones’).2021-08-3145 min
Curious CitySun Wah BBQ In Uptown Will Require Patrons To Sign A Health Affidavit To Dine<p>Last week, <i>Curious City</i> answered a question on the<a href="https://www.wbez.org/stories/patio-dining-101-health-experts-weigh-in-on-how-to-eat-out-safely/eacdbc1f-13d0-4b6d-a4c3-d7cdb204e0bd"><u> safety of Illinois’ recently restored outdoor dining</u></a>. We talked to health professionals about how to do it more safely. In the process, we heard about an innovative safety plan afoot at Uptown’s Sun Wah BBQ, famous for its roasted duck dinners. Co-owner Kelly Cheng told us she plans to require all...2020-06-1500 min
WBEZ's ResetWBEZ’s Chicago And Illinois News Roundup: May 15, 2020We bring you all the big state and local news this week as the covid-19 crisis continues. WBEZ state politics reporter Dave McKinney and Sun-Times columnist Laura Washington break it all down, from City Hall to the statehouse and everywhere in between. 2020-05-1522 minWBEZ's ResetWBEZ’s Chicago And Illinois News Roundup: May 15, 2020We bring you all the big state and local news this week as the covid-19 crisis continues. WBEZ state politics reporter Dave McKinney and Sun-Times columnist Laura Washington break it all down, from City Hall to the statehouse and everywhere in between. 2020-05-1522 min
Sound Opinions#523 Sam Phillips & Sun Studios and Opinions on AdeleFrom his studio in Memphis, Sun Records founder Sam Phillips was the first to record Elvis Presley, Howlin’ Wolf, Jerry Lee Lewis, and more. Music writer Peter Guralnick joins host Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot for a discussion about the pioneering rock ‘n’ roll producer. Then Jim and Greg review the new record-setting album from British singer Adele.2015-12-0400 min