Who hosts City Cast Chicago?

City Cast Chicago is hosted by City Cast. They have published 1,000 episodes. The show covers news.

What has City Cast Chicago covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Is Chicago's New Parking Deal Better? Plus, 2020 Time", "Why Did Wieners Circle Shade the Mayor? Plus, Soxtober Returns", and "Your Guide to October 2026 in Chicago". The latest went out on 5 Oct 2026 and ran about 39 minutes. Reading two or three of these before pitching is the fastest way to see what the show actually books.

How often does City Cast Chicago publish?

City Cast Chicago publishes most weekdays, a median of 1 day between episodes. Episodes average about 37 minutes. The back catalogue stands at 1,000 episodes. A show on this cadence plans ahead, so pitch earlier rather than closer to the date you want.

How hard is it to get booked on City Cast Chicago?

For City Cast Chicago, Booking Probability sits at 40/100, Listen Score at 40/100, and the guest bar is around 80/100. The show has not signalled guest openness recently, which raises the bar on relevance. A verified contact is on file.

Who should pitch City Cast Chicago?

City Cast Chicago covers chicago, local news, local politics, community events, so guests who can speak to those specifically fit best. The show carries an audience score of 9/100. Lead with a specific result you can describe in numbers rather than a job title, and tie it to something the show has already covered.

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City Cast Chicago

Hosted by City Cast · news · EN · 1,000 episodes

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About this Podcast:

Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday morning. Host Jacoby Cochran brings you timely conversations with news and culture makers; activists and artists; bus drivers and students; those who love and hate this place. City Cast Chicago is a smart and delightful new way to connect with the city we share. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at chicago.citycast.fm. Named Best Podcast by Chicago Reader 2022

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What is City Cast Chicago?

City Cast Chicago is a news podcast hosted by City Cast, with 1,000 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

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City Cast Chicago
Is Chicago's New Parking Deal Better? Plus, 2020 Time
Oct 5, 202639 min
Last week, the City Council voted to approve the sale of Chicago’s Parking meters to a New York-based investment firm. After months of back and forth, alders voted overwhelmingly in favor of the deal, arguing it means more revenue for Chicago over the remaining five decades. We are joined by contributors Brandon Pope and Jill Hopkins to break down the details. Plus, we’re taking a peek inside a COVID-era time capsule, previewing Día de Muertos celebrations at the National Museum of Mexican Art, and sharing the TV shows we can’t get enough of right now.  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 If you enjoyed this interview with Brooke Flanagan,  Executive Director of Steppenwolf Theatre, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 5th episode: Chicago Architecture Center - Open House Chicago Plays Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 
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Why Did Wieners Circle Shade the Mayor? Plus, Soxtober Returns
Oct 2, 202633 min
Today we’re joined by Jessica Mordacq from Austin Weekly News/Forest Park Review and Block Club Chicago’s Patrick Filbin. We’re reacting to the Wieners Circle shading the mayor with their marquee, a new plan to close the life expectancy gap in Garfield Park, and the White Sox first playoff series win in 21 years! Plus, where to find Hebru Brantley’s Austin statue and Block Club Chicago’s weekend Block Party. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Oct. 2 episode: Enjoy Illinois Chicago Architecture Center - Open House Kowalski Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 
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Your Guide to October 2026 in Chicago
Oct 1, 202637 min
As we enter the home stretch of 2026, we’ve got your guide for October. We’re talking Sox hats, budget battles, early voting, apple orchards, and tips for the Chicago Marathon. Plus, we need your help sourcing the best spots for Halloween costumes. Good news: SAUCED Night Market  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773-780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Oct. 1 episode: Enjoy Illinois Chicago Architecture Center - Open House Kowalski Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
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Deadly Month For Cyclists. Plus, Best of the South Side
Sep 30, 202639 min
Chicago has over 70% more cycling accidents through September than this same period in 2021, including multiple fatal crashes involving speeding drivers. Contributors Yareni Murillo and Anna DeShawn are here to discuss what they believe must be done to stem these rising numbers. Plus, we are celebrating the newest inductees of Chicago’s LGBT Hall of Fame, and South Side Weekly’s Best of the South Side 2026.  Good News:  Sunset Paddle Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Sept. 30 episode: Enjoy Illinois Chicago Architecture Center - Open House Kowalski Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 
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Why Block Club Sued ICE
Sep 29, 202636 min
It took Block Club Chicago’s investigative reporter Mick Dumke 11 months to get one page of records from ICE about the clash between its agents and protestors outside of the Broadview detention center last year. The response had no records or reports of arrests or use of force. It only contained the agency’s own account of what happened. Mick joins host Jacoby Cochran to talk all things Freedom of Information Act and why records eventually came out through a lawsuit instead.  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Sept. 29 episode: Enjoy Illinois Chicago Architecture Center - Open House Kowalski Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE 
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City Cast Chicago

About this Podcast:

Pitch Analysis

What is City Cast Chicago?

About the host

Recent episodes

Is Chicago's New Parking Deal Better? Plus, 2020 Time

Why Did Wieners Circle Shade the Mayor? Plus, Soxtober Returns

Your Guide to October 2026 in Chicago

Deadly Month For Cyclists. Plus, Best of the South Side

Why Block Club Sued ICE

Guest Appearances

Jane C. Hu

Bridget Todd

Alex Nitkin

Joanna Hernandez

Advertisers on this show

Best industries to pitch City Cast Chicago for

Podcasts like City Cast Chicago

Every question we get asked beforesomeone starts their trial.

City Cast Chicago

About this Podcast:

Pitch Analysis

What is City Cast Chicago?

About the host

Recent episodes

Is Chicago's New Parking Deal Better? Plus, 2020 Time

Why Did Wieners Circle Shade the Mayor? Plus, Soxtober Returns

Your Guide to October 2026 in Chicago

Deadly Month For Cyclists. Plus, Best of the South Side

Why Block Club Sued ICE

Guest Appearances

Jane C. Hu

Bridget Todd

Alex Nitkin

Joanna Hernandez

Advertisers on this show

Best industries to pitch City Cast Chicago for

Podcasts like City Cast Chicago

Every question we get asked beforesomeone starts their trial.

Every question we get asked before
someone starts their trial.

Every question we get asked before
someone starts their trial.