Welcome to “Bug City Blues,” an actual play podcast following a group of street-level Shadowrunners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. Join our talented cast as they navigate the treacherous underbelly of a corrupt metropolis ruled by mega-corporations and gang affiliations alike. Immerse yourself in a neo-noir narrative filled with thrilling missions, high-stakes heists, and haunting secrets. Listen as our runners confront ruthless corporate agents, rival factions, and the enigmatic forces that dwell in the shadows, all while struggling to survive in a city on the brink of chaos. Discover the intense camaraderie, unexpected alliances, and heart-pounding dangers that shape the lives of our crew. Will they emerge triumph or fall prey to the unforgiving nature of their world? Alex is Pancetta Chris is Lester Moore Clinton is River Bear Nathan is Lockdown Nikole is Moira Goldleaf and Connor is the game master.</p
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to “Bug City Blues,” an actual play podcast following a group of street-level Shadowrunners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. Join our talented cast as they navigate the treacherous underbelly of a corrupt metropolis ruled by mega-corporations and gang affiliations alike.
Bug City Blues is hosted by Connor Boesch. The show has published 20 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "The Hermit" (1 February 2026, 65 minutes), "Strength, Reversed" (17 November 2025, 92 minutes), and "Strength" (4 September 2025, 50 minutes).
Bug City Blues publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 59 minutes across 20 episodes.
Booking probability for Bug City Blues is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Bug City Blues requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Bug City Blues's contact route on record: verified email.
Connor Boesch hosts Bug City Blues, a leisure podcast with 20 episodes published.
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Episode #18
<p>Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago.</p> <p>This week: The team return to their new home on Goose Island...
Episode #17
<p>Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago.</p> <p>This week: The gang spent last session chasing the shadow of...
Episode #16
<p>Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago.</p> <p>This week: The gang moves in! After spending their downtime...
Episode #15
<p>Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago.</p> <p>This week: After surviving their last escapade, the team...
Episode #14
<p>Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. This week: the gang joins in on the latest craze to sweep the CeeZee...
Episode #13
<p>Welcome back to Bug City Blues - where we follow a group of street-level runners as they get in way over their heads out in the streets of Chicago. This week: the gang splits up and heads out into the CeeZee to...
Episode #12
<p>This week: It’s time to kick back and enjoy a cold one! As a part of a job well done, the team has earned themselves a night of drinks and a distillery tour in the Cee-Zee’s own Haven Brewery and Beer-Garden. Along...
Episode #11
<p>This week: The gang has finished the job - now it’s time to get paid. And with pockets full(ish) of Nuyen it is time to hit the markets! River Bear practices their enchanting. Lester Moore suits up. Mo feels...
Episode #10
<p>This week: The gang takes on The Hierophant Nightclub. Not for nuyen, not for drugs, and certainly not for the show. Well, maybe some of us are here for the show. The crew is here instead to reach one Catherine...
Episode #9
<p>This week: It’s showtime! Our players get ready to see Infernus Erectus live on stage at The Hierophant Nightclub. But the real show for our gang of Shadowrunners lies somewhere deep within the bowels of the club...
Episode #8
<p>Editors note: We ended up losing a player halfway through last session, and it didn’t seem right to meet the Johnson without the face. We do a little bit of a rewind to cover that, then the gang gets to work!</p>...
Episode #7
<p>Oh good. Now that all the holiday nonsense is over with I can finally get back to work. Let’s sneak one last episode in before the end of the year.</p> <p>Editors note: We ended up losing a player halfway through...
Episode #6
<p>The gang finishes their first job and heads their separate ways. The world reacts to their actions, and in turn they prepare how to best spend that well earned nuyen and karma. For most of them, this means crawling...
Episode #5
<p>The gang has infiltrated the abandoned FastFlesh Slaughterhouse and found their paydirt guarded by a large, intimidating troll. Just when the crew goes to make their great escape, things go from quiet to loud. The...
Bug City Blues
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Episode #4
<p>With Desmond safely secured in the back of the Goldleaf company car, our heroes reach out to their contacts and see who can provide some much needed emergency medical assistance. Though Desmond is (relatively) safe...
Episode #3
<p>In the midst of blaring alarms and a ticking timer, our intrepid heroes face a daunting challenge – grab the crucial data and skedaddle before the heat arrives. The rival gang lurking in the shadows is determined to...
Episode #2
<p>Welcome to your friendly neighborhood Stuffer Shack! These corner convenience stores found across Chicago metroplex and the rest of the UCAS. They operate 24-7, and sell food, clothing, and entertainment - all...
Episode #1
<p>In this, the pilot episode of Bug City Blues, our ragtag cast introduce their characters with which they’ll forge a new -and hopefuly lucrative- team of shadowrunners. Join in the campaign as Alex (Pancetta), Clinton...
Bug City Blues
<p>Join the discussion on Discord: https://discord.gg/5gJDB4QXJ</p> <p>Hoi Chummer! So glad you could make it. Just a quick note, this episode is specifically a little different than the rest. If you’ve never heard of a...
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