Best Guth Podcasts (2024)

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Nick D – Amy Guth, Dying on Screen, and Getting Bit By a Dog 1:35:05

29m ago1:35:05

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Nick welcomes the multi-talented Amy Guth to the podcast to discuss her latest adventures in L.A., including being cast in a movie as a mom, which fulfills her wish of “dying on screen.” Amy also talks about her latest podcasts, the strangeness of being fired, how NOT to sabotage your own movie projects, and her experience of being bitten by a dog.…

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How to Boost your Film's Exposure - proven strategies with Amy Guth 28:10

4d ago28:10

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Send us a Text Message. This week on the Podcast I talk to Filmmaker Amy Guth. Amy started out as a journalist and now works as a producer on short films and features. She's run a film fesitval as well as written several books on pitching and what she calls 'unapologetic visibility'. We covered a number of topics in this chat, Amy talks to me about…

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07/31/24: Scoping out 7 new dining spots 28:02

2h ago28:02

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Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti joins host Amy Guth to discuss some new eateries around town worth keeping an eye on. Plus: Survey predicts M&A deal pickup in second half of 2024, J.B. Pritzker signs measure to expand abortion coverage, behavioral health provider expanding with Far South Side clinic and CTA's Red Line extension gets new f…

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How to make a Profitable Low Budget Movies on Tubi with Justin Milton 29:30

4h ago29:30

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Send us a Text Message. #tubi #filmmaker #lowbudget Today I’m talking to Producer and Director Justin Milton Justin has produced a bunch of low budget thrillers and dramas that have done very well on online streaming platforms and have begun to earn him significant profit. In this chat I talked to Justin about how he got into the business, he gave …

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07/30/24: Lead-up to the DNC 25:24

2h ago25:24

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Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth about the coming Democratic National Convention, from the newly announced restricted zones to Chicago donors opening their pocketbooks for Kamala Harris and J.B. Pritzker playing coy about potentially being her running mate. Plus: McDonald’s sales fall for first time since 2020, Fed…

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07/29/24: A white whale project for the South Side 22:22

3h ago22:22

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A huge quantum computing campus, much pursued by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, is coming to the former U.S. Steel South Works site. Crain’s technology reporter John Pletz talks with host Amy Guth about the development coming to the long fallow South Side spot. Plus: Bally's agrees to hedge fund buyout, Boeing completes deal to plead guilty over 737 Max crash…

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Episode 512 Justin McAllister K5EM 1:17:55

1d ago1:17:55

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Justin McAllister, K5EM’s early interest in ham radio in high school, set him on a professional path to electronic engineering for industry, startups, and entrepreneurship. In ham radio, Justin adopted a few favorite areas of special interest. Justin likes to operate satellites with his portable full duplex rig, operate the digital modes both activ…

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Nick D – Marnie Shure, Food & Horror, and All About India 1:41:54

1h ago1:41:54

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Nick welcomes food writer Marnie Shure from “Food and Wine” to discuss the latest horror movies she’s seen, including the newest “A Quiet Place” film and a creepy alien invasion flick. Then, they dive into some cool food stories, like the news that Japanese 7-Eleven stores are coming to the US, the surprising revelation that the best lunch deal in …

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07/25/24: A Prairie-style gem in Brookfield 23:08

2d ago23:08

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about top stories from the local housing market, including a historic Prairie-style kindergarten turned home for sale in Brookfield. Plus: Chicago's donor class opens its pockets for Harris; Medline exploring IPO, with possible valuation of $50 billion; Cboe to offer tr…

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07/24/24: Wirtzes, Reinsdorfs reveal West Side megadevelopment 23:48

13h ago23:48

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The owners of the United Center want to build a $7 billion mixed-use campus around the stadium. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker discusses the proposal with host Amy Guth. Plus: Pritzker says he's not being vetted as a Harris running mate; Foxtrot applies for liquor licenses, as does grocer replacing Dom’s; United Airlines, feds …

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How to have a Career in Visual Effects with Harry Potter Visual Effects Supervisor Christian Manz 32:31

2h ago32:31

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Send us a Text Message. #visualeffects #harrypotter #filmpodcast Today I’m talking to Visual Effects Supervisor Christian Manz. Christian has worked on big budget movies like Dracula untold, Nanny McPhee, he’s been Bafta nominated for his work on all three Fantastic Beasts movies and Oscar nominated for his work on Harry Potter and the Deathly Hall…

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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, Remembering Bob Newhart, and Pitchfork Reviewed 1:41:51

4h ago1:41:51

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Nick welcomes TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter to discuss the latest episodes of “Evil,” the brand-new season of CBS’s “Big Brother,” and dive deep into the Emmy nominations that were announced last week. They also take a moment to remember the legendary television icon Bob Newhart, who passed away on July 18th at the age of 94. T…

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07/23/24: What Biden's exit means for upcoming Chicago DNC 22:30

8h ago22:30

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Crain’s political columnist Greg Hinz talks with host Amy Guth about Joe Biden’s exit from the 2024 presidential race, local support for Kamala Harris, her possible running mates and the upcoming DNC. Plus: Sterling Bay continues Fulton Market sell-off, California investor picks up Oak Park apartments for $60 million, ex-NBA owner in talks to buy d…

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07/22/24: Analyzing the RNC and looking at the campaign ahead 30:04

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Crain’s political columnist Greg Hinz discusses his analysis of the RNC and the landscape of the presidential campaign ahead with host Amy Guth.Plus: Airlines, health systems, public services and other sectors impacted by global CrowdStrike outage; Goolsbee says Fed risks ‘golden path’ if it doesn’t cut soon; Hyatt in advanced talks to buy Standard…

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Episode 511 Jim Halfpenny K9YNP 58:43

1d ago58:43

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Jim Halfpenny, K9YNP, spent his career in the great outdoors tracking wildlife, educating and leading groups into the wilderness all around the World and in Yellowstone National Park. Ham radio has always been a parallel track of interest and education. For K9YNP, serving his community with Montana Tour bike race and mountain marathon support throu…

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Dr. Floyd Toole: An Oral History 2 - A/B Tests | Bass | Athena | Brains, Rooms, Hearing and Listening 1:19:12

6d ago1:19:12

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This week, host Jorden Guth continues his conversation with Dr. Floyd Toole, exploring the origins of the Athena project at Canada’s NRC, the reasons for and details of his move to Harman International, some of the most misunderstood aspects of his research, the origins of his legendary book Sound Reproduction: The Acoustics and Psychoacoustics of …

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Nick D – Ted Raimi, Twisters, and Bad National Anthems 1:53:52

1h ago1:53:52

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Nick reviews the big summer disaster sequel “Twisters,” and then welcomes the terrific character actor and filmmaker Ted Raimi to the podcast. They talk about Ted’s upcoming appearance at the Flashback Weekend Horror Convention and delve into the world of the “convention circuit.” Ted shares insights about his early theater work and his outstanding…

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07/18/24: Checking in on Chicago's 3 megaprojects 35:43

1h ago35:43

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Crain’s commercial real estate reporter Rachel Herzog joins host Amy Guth to discuss where the city’s sprawling megadevelopments — Lincoln Yards, Bronzeville Lakefront and The 78 — stand years after they were approved. Plus: After pouring cold water on Bears stadium deal, Pritzker sits down with Warren; Walgreens hit with lawsuit over recent stock …

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07/17/24: The GOP convention's first days 25:46

12h ago25:46

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With the RNC underway in Milwaukee, Crain's political columnist Greg Hinz joins host Amy Guth to discuss former President Donald Trump’s veep pick and more. Plus: Brookfield Zoo reveals $500 million redevelopment and expansion plan, suburban office vacancy just keeps climbing, auto dealerships lost $1 billion from CDK cyberattack and United removes…

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How to get 200,000 Streams on a Bigfoot Movie - Micro Budget Masterclass with Mitch Laing 28:39

6d ago28:39

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Send us a Text Message. #filmpodcast #bigfoot #moviemaking` This week on the podcast I'm talking to filmmaker Mitch Laing. Mitch is the owner of Open Heart Productions from North East Louisiana. His recent micro-budget feature The Bogman has been released on streaming through Green Apple Entertainment and has amassed over two hundred thousand views…

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Nick D – Jim Ryan, Music Talk and America’s Sweetheart 1:33:33

4h ago1:33:33

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Nick welcomes music journalist Jim Ryan back to the podcast to talk about some of his recent interviews with Dan Reynolds of Imagine Dragons and the band Rise Against. They also discuss the recent Rolling Stones concert in Chicago, the Billy Joel/Stevie Nicks show at Soldier Field, Roger Daltrey at Ravinia, and more. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick…

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07/16/24: Pols denounce political violence in face of Trump shooting 19:01

9h ago19:01

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The attempted assassination of Donald Trump shook the presidential campaign and drew bipartisan condemnation from all over, including Democratic strongholds like Illinois. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: Boeing warns customers of further 737 Max delays amid crisis, Mag Mile office building could go resi…

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07/15/24: How the real chefs behind 'The Bear' do it 26:27

17h ago26:27

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Staff at the Michelin-starred Ever showed Crain's how they made the dishes seen on Hulu and FX's "The Bear." Reporter Ally Marotti discusses the behind-the-scenes look with host Amy Guth. Plus: Bally's lands nearly $1 billion in casino financing in exchange for future ownership, AT&T customer calls and texts breached in massive hack, Aon taking on …

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Nick D – ADRIENNE BARBEAU…and more! 1:52:00

1d ago1:52:00

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Nick is unbelievably thrilled to welcome legendary actress Adrienne Barbeau to the podcast to talk about her incredible career and her upcoming appearance at The Flashback Weekend Horror Convention in Rosemont, Illinois. Nick and Adrienne discuss her performances in classic movies such as “Escape from New York,” “Creepshow,” “Back to School,” and m…

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Episode 510 Mike Padron N1CC 1:06:36

1d ago1:06:36

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Mike Padron, N1CC, had an early love for amateur radio that was eclipsed by aviation leading Mike to become the longest serving captain pilot at FEDEX. Returning to ham radio during the Covid 19 Pandemic, Mike rediscovered his love for CW through the Long Island CW Club and remote controlling his FlexRadio home station while traveling the World. N1…

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07/11/24: The most bang for first-time homebuyers' buck 36:26

5d ago36:26

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to discuss news from the local market, including another apartment building going condo in River North and how Chicago gives first-time homebuyers the most buying power among big U.S. cities. Plus: Mariano's and Jewel parents plan to divest 35 stores in Illinois to secure me…

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07/10/24: Car dealers in the dark for weeks 23:19

4d ago23:19

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Cyberattacks on CDK Global led to a massive shutdown for thousands of auto dealerships in North America. Mark Hollmer, reporter for Crain’s sister publication Automotive News, talks with host Amy Guth about the saga and what lies ahead for the Hoffman Estates-based software company. Plus: Aon is slashing its suburban office space with Bannockburn m…

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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk and Remembering MySpace 1:45:44

4d ago1:45:44

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Since we are halfway through the year, Nick reveals his lists of the Best and Worst Movies of 2024 so far in this episode. He also welcomes TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter, who shares his list of the best TV of the year so far. Nick and Dan discuss the new season of “The Bear,” Amazon’s “Sausage Party,” and “Sunny” starring Rashi…

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07/09/24: How Dom's went under 28:55

5d ago28:55

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Crain's retail reporter Ally Marotti joins host Amy Guth to discuss what went wrong with the upscale Chicago grocer Dom's Kitchen & Market. Plus: Mag Mile landlords get the OK to tax themselves — but not without a delay; Boeing to plead guilty to fraud for violating deal over crashes; Invenergy expands HQ again on Wacker Drive; Illinois ends fiscal…

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Episode 509 Will Harris KI4POV 1:08:48

11d ago1:08:48

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Will Harris, KI4POV, followed in his father’s footsteps, from his junior workbench along side his dad’s to become a licensed ham at age 12. While Will did not pursue and engineering career, he has become a prolific homebuilder in the tradition of Doug DeMaw, W1FB, and Wes Hayward, W7ZOI. KI4POV discussed his 5 band homebrew transceiver and the rest…

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Dr. Floyd Toole: An Oral History 1 - Two Ears and a Brain | Transistors | Rules and Data 56:55

8d ago56:55

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by the loudspeaker legend himself, Dr. Floyd Toole, whose research at Canada’s National Research Council (NRC), followed by his tenure at Harman International, resulted in arguably more improvements to the fidelity of audio we hear at home than anything attributable to any one person. In this first of our two-p…

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Nick D – Movie Reviews, Benny Hill, and Comfort Games 1:47:03

8d ago1:47:03

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Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy back to the podcast to review all the new movies. They share their thoughts on Eddie Murphy’s return in the (AWFUL) “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F,” the two very good horror sequels “MaXXXine” and “A Quiet Place: Day One,” and an insane, brutal, and awesome action film from India simply called…

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07/08/24: Top-crust home sales defy the market 28:01

10d ago28:01

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin chats with host Amy Guth about upper-end home sales and a Frank Lloyd Wright home stuck in foreclosure limbo. Plus: Supreme Court denies review of Illinois gun appeals, lender looks to unload distressed JW Marriott Chicago, Jelly Belly shuttering North Chicago plant and Illinois notches a win a…

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07/03/24: Rougher waters ahead for Walgreens 25:59

27d ago25:59

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The outlook for Walgreens Boots Alliance keeps darkening with CEO Tim Wentworth presenting investors with an uncertain picture filled with headwinds. Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about challenges ahead for the pharmacy giant — plus, an update on Howard Brown Health. Plus: Weeks after bombshell report, Guaran…

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How to get your movie into Sundance with Producer Isen Robbins 26:50

27d ago26:50

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Send us a Text Message. #sundance #sundancefilmfestival #filmproduction #filmproducer #filmpodcast This week I’m talking to producer Isen Robbins. Isen co-founded Intrinsic Value Films with Aimee Schoof and has produced over 40 films, premiering 10 of those at the Sundance Film Festival. He has worked in international sales attending all major mark…

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Nick D – For The People – July 2024 1:42:00

29d ago1:42:00

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In the latest “For The People” episode, Nick welcomes Herb “The Consumerman” Weisbaum from Checkbook.org to provide some straight talk about nutritional supplements, information about medical debt being wiped from your credit score, how scammers are sending bogus texts about unpaid tolls, and where to find the most reliable movers. Then, Tom Appel …

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07/02/24: City ponders new taxes 28:42

29d ago28:42

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A City Council subcommittee is considering a slew of new ideas to raise revenue, including a grocery tax, service tax and more. Crain’s reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth about some options on the table. Plus: Boeing fraud charge and Spirit deal lay bare scope of crisis, Boots CEO reportedly leaving after Walgreens drops plan to sell…

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Episode 508 Bob Wertz NF7E 1:04:58

13d ago1:04:58

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Amateur Radio operation for Bob Wertz, NF7E is a family affair, beginning with regular round table rag chews with his brother and father. Bob likes to chase DX confirming over 340 DX entities with the latest, Bouvet Island 3YOJ his crowning achievement. His Flagstaff Arizona ham radio club special events, including Route 66 and Quartzfest provide a…

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07/01/24: The strange, fraudulent tale of Outcome Health 36:23

1M ago36:23

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After Outcome Health executives’ recent sentencing in federal court, Crain’s technology reporter John Pletz talks with host Amy Guth about the Chicago company’s journey from local startup darling to its founders' fraud convictions. Plus: Walgreens shares plunge on outlook cut and plans for more store closings; Mayor Brandon Johnson reportedly had a…

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Nick D – Marnie Shure, Food Talk & Big Boobs McGee 1:50:30

15d ago1:50:30

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Nick welcomes food writer/editor Marnie Shure to the podcast to discuss the Joey Chestnut drama—he was booted from the July 4th Hot Dog Eating Contest! They also talk about the latest list of America’s Top Chain Restaurants and emphasize how food pantries need help all year long, not just during the holidays. Marnie provides a Horror Report and sha…

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06/27/24: New high marks for Chicago's housing market 48:35

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk Chicago-area housing news, including how home prices here hit a new record high and details on properties on the market like one designed by a member of the band OneRepublic. Plus: SCOTUS accuses feds of "vague and unfair trap" in ruling with implications for Madigan…

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06/26/24: Illinois' place in a post-Roe U.S. 23:16

1M ago23:16

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Illinois abortion providers report seeing an influx of patients since the Dobbs v. Jackson decision two years ago, effectively kick-starting the transformation of abortion law across the country. Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Vote on Sterling Bay project at heart of aldermanic prerogative fight dela…

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How to win an Oscar for Sound Design with Nina Hartstone 20:04

18d ago20:04

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Send us a Text Message. #sounddesign #academyaward #oscar This week on the podcast I’m talking to academy award winning supervising sound editor Nina Hartstone. Nina has been working in the business for over thirty years, she’s worked her way up from assistant sound editor roles in the 90s right through to winning an Oscar for her work on Bohemian …

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Nick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk, Unicorns, and Rookie Cops 1:36:55

18d ago1:36:55

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Nick welcomes ‘Hollywood Reporter’ TV critic Dan Fienberg to discuss the latest in television news. They catch up on the most recent episodes of “Evil” and have an in-depth discussion about the entire season and the finale of “Top Chef.” Dan also reviews “Orphan Black Echoes,” “America’s Sweethearts: The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders,” and the new sup…

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06/25/24: Johnson takes on a City Council tradition 19:25

1M ago19:25

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Mayor Brandon Johnson won the first round of a fight with local Ald. Scott Waguespack over a residential project near Lincoln Yards. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth about the development and the city’s potentially shifting custom of aldermanic prerogative. Plus: Former Ald. Ed Burke sentenced to 24 months in priso…

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Episode 507 Bob Phinney K5TEC 1:26:53

22d ago1:26:53

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Bob Phinney, K5TEC, created a new and dynamic afterschool science and amateur radio program called New England Sci-Tech, Inc, after his private school, where Bob taught, closed his program from their lack of vision. K5TEC refocused his energies and built an amazing after school program for kids that re-enforces STEM learning and makes new and excit…

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06/24/24: New owner's plans for Oberweis 20:01

1M ago20:01

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Oberweis Dairy's new ownership regime officially took the reins at the more than 100-year-old ice cream maker emerging from bankruptcy. Crain's retail reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth. Plus: United Airlines plane turns back after engine piece falls off, Cameo moving HQ back to Fulton Market, Jewel-Osco-anchored retail center on Ne…

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Sound Researcher Dr. Sean Olive - Tonmeister | NRC, Harman, and Floyd Toole | Target Curves 52:44

1M ago52:44

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This week, host Jorden Guth is joined by Dr. Sean Olive, senior fellow at Harman International, to discuss his time at NRC with Dr. Floyd Toole, his move from there to Harman, the development of the Harman target curves for headphones and earphones, and his thoughts on the future of immersive audio and more. Sources: Dr. Sean Olive on 35 Years of “…

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Nick D – Movie Reviews and The Big United Kingdom Quiz! 1:54:13

22d ago1:54:13

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Nick welcomes film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy to review the latest movies: “The Bikeriders” featuring Austin Butler, Russell Crowe in “The Exorcism,” June Squibb as the charming “Thelma,” and “Kinds of Kindness” from the director and stars of “Poor Things.” They also discuss the upcoming renovations for The Music Box Theatre, includin…

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06/20/24: Wrigleyville neighbors try to stop apartment project 46:17

1M ago46:17

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Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local market, including a petition trying to block the demolition of three vintage buildings next to Wrigley Field. Plus: First look at the next Cook County budget shows a $218 million gap, Trump changes plans to stay in Milwaukee during RNC instead …

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