Best WTTW News Podcasts (2024)

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July 8, 2024 - Full Show

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Mayor Brandon Johnson is promising consequences after a violent holiday weekend. And critics say the entertainment value of NASCAR is not worth the damage. ...By Chicago Tonight

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Week in Review: Biden Campaign Tries Damage Control; Chicago’s Pension Debt Tops $37B

2h ago

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President Joe Biden’s campaign tries to right the ship as some Democratic lawmakers and big money donors start publicly calling for a new candidate at the top of the ticket....By Chicago Tonight

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Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, July 3, 2024 - Full Show

5h ago

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Mounting concerns over age in the race for president. An energy revolution in Bronzeville is paving the way to a sustainable future. And south suburban mayors push back on soaring property...By Chicago Tonight

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July 2, 2024 - Full Show

1d ago

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The Supreme Court lets Illinois’ ban on assault weapons stand — for now. What the court’s decision on presidential immunity means for the upcoming election. And a new exhibit explores life...By Chicago Tonight

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July 1, 2024 - Full Show

2d ago

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A new court ruling allows cities to ban homeless individuals from sleeping outside. What does it mean for Chicago? And the city’s piping plover family just got a bit bigger....By Chicago Tonight

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Week in Review: Biden’s Debate Performance Alarms Democrats; Concerns Over CPD’s Mass Arrest Policy at DNC

5d ago

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President Joe Biden stumbles his way through a high-profile showdown. His shaky performance stokes Democrats’ fears about whether he’s a viable candidate....By Chicago Tonight

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Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices, June 27, 2024 - Full Show

6d ago

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A preview of tonight’s presidential debate showdown between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Exploring the intersection of education and culture. And a new public art exhibit uncovers the...By Chicago Tonight

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Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, June 26, 2024 - Full Show

7d ago

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The death of a man incarcerated at Stateville prison has advocates asking questions. Mayor Brandon Johnson’s promises big advancements in mental health care access. And how even the...By Chicago Tonight

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June 25, 2024 - Full Show

8d ago

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Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates talks negotiations over a new contract. What exactly does an alderperson do? WTTW News explains. And Chicago’s queer country music is...By Chicago Tonight

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June 24, 2024 - Full Show

14d ago

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Former Ald. Ed Burke is sentenced to two years in prison. We have the story live from the federal courthouse. Marking two years since the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision on abortion. And...By Chicago Tonight

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Let’s Talk USCCA and Kayla Giles and Alan Colie: Coverage Dropped but Did You Know This?! 1:00:47

6M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

So by now you probably heard about the controversy surrounding the USCCA and the two cases of their members whose coverage for self-defense liability insurance was dropped. You got people spontaneously bandwagoning dropping their coverage as well. Hold off for a minute. Here is what you might not have considered. Get your own understanding because …

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Chicago Police Officer failed to clear firearm malfunction under fire 28:32

9M ago28:32

28:32

What the heck happened to the tactics needed to survive a deadly traffic stop or a violent encounter? Let’s talk about it with an on-view street stop on 99th and Ewing in Chicago.

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Chicago security officer shoots man who shot another person 10:33

11M ago10:33

10:33

Join Instructor Mike as we talk about a Chicago security officer who shot at a man who shot at Subway on the 7100 block of Jeffrey in Chicago. Would it be too much trouble to sign off with your thoughts?

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Charlotte North Carolina Bus Driver Shoots Man Defending Self: Was he Wrong? 18:20

1y ago18:20

18:20

Yes I know. Buses can be dangerous. Especially if you live in inner cities like Chicago, Detroit, Baltimore, Charlotte North Carolina? Well, it happen here like it can happen anywhere. You’ll hear tonight of what the driver did to defend himself. Was he wrong? Was he right? Yes. We know that a good guy with a gun stops a bad guy with a gun, Asterix…

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Did Jersey Village, TX Police Threaten Black Man on Traffic Stop? 48:59

1+ y ago48:59

48:59

Community activists are demanding that a Jersey Village police officer be fired immediately and face criminal charges after a traffic stop that quickly went south. What actually happened? Let’s talk about it!

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Chicago Loses Another Police Officer Saving a Life: What K*lled Him? 1:00:30

1+ y ago1:00:30

1:00:30

Chicago Loses Another Police Officer Saving a Life: What K*lled Him? Per the Chicago Sun Times, Prosecutors disclosed new details Friday about the fatal shooting of Chicago police officer Andres Vasquez-Lasso near a playground at a grade school in Gage Park this week, including the domestic violence call that led to the deadly confrontation. What k…

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Alec Baldwin's Charges Downgraded. Thoughts? 13:37

1+ y ago13:37

13:37

We discuss Alec Baldwin's Charges Downgraded. Thoughts? Sound off! Like this? Get more! Want to purchase books, get CCW Safe Concealed Carry Insurance, get an awesome gun safe, sign up for classes, or get merch? Graciously click the links below. Classes: https://www.MikeBrownsClasses.com Merch: https://www.MikeBrownsMerch.com Books: https://www.Mik…

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Off-Duty Chicago Police Shoots Would-Be Gun Grabber: Was Her Training Good or…? 1:01:43

1+ y ago1:01:43

1:01:43

On January 18, 2023, the Chicago Police Department (CPD) notified COPA of an officer-involved shooting. Based on preliminary information, the incident began when an off-duty officer approached four subjects who appeared to be in an altercation in the 1300 block of West 90th Street.Three of the subjects eventually departed and walked west bound on 9…

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Alec Baldwin, Officers Down, The Chicago Mayoral Election, The Memphis 5, IL's Gun Ban and More! 3:00:35

1+ y ago3:00:35

3:00:35

The topic definitely is worth listening to. If you’re on the road, let’s get to it. Drive safe. Like this? Get more!Want to purchase books, get CCW Safe Concealed Carry Self-Defense Post-Shooting Support, get an awesome gun safe, sign up for classes, or get merch? Graciously click the links below. ✅Classes: https://www.MikeBrownsClasses.com✅Merch: …

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The Memphis 5 and Tennessee vs. Gardner: Tyre Nichols Deserved Better 22:27

1+ y ago22:27

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We review the case of Tennessee vs. Gardner 572 US 1 to see how it rates to the current matter. How ironic is this the occurrence of this? Let’s discuss this.

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HB5855 IL Assault Weapons Ban House Committee Hearing Recap 3:19:26

1+ y ago3:19:26

3:19:26

I attended the Illinois house judiciary criminal committee meeting in Chicago. This is very interesting and very revealing. Let’s talk about it. For those who don’t know, this is one of many hearings before Illinois protect communities act goes up for a vote in the house and senate to be passed before becoming law in IL. Will the latest supreme cou…

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Let’s Talk Shanquella and Estados Unidos Mexicanos 2:43:24

1+ y ago2:43:24

2:43:24

Shanquella Robinson was murdered in Mexico. Who will be held responsible? Will they be held responsible? Things to consider. Let’s talk.

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Police Trainer Reacts to Prelim Hearing for Patrick Lyoya Shooting Trial in Grand Rapids, MI 2:03:45

1+ y ago2:03:45

2:03:45

Join Instructor Mike as we talk about the preliminary hearing for Christopher Schurr, a former Grand Rapids Police Department officer who is charged with second-degree murder in the shooting of motorist Patrick Lyoya. Is this shooting justified? Is everything a gun?

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Parkland School Shooting Sentencing Phase - Victim Impact Statements (Pt. 1) - FL v. Nikolas Cruz 2:24:51

1+ y ago2:24:51

2:24:51

Join Instructor Mike as TV Judge Mike as we listen to some of the victim impact statement and judicial statements in the matter of the people of the state of Florida versus Nikolas Cruz, the Parkland Florida school shooter in the sentencing phase.

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The SAFE-T Act: Instructor Mike Reacts to Attorney Bryan Drew’s YouTube Video | Instructor Mike 1:29:06

1+ y ago1:29:06

1:29:06

Join Instructor Mike as he addresses more fear mongering with the new act that still has more problems than good but has good parts in it. Let’s discuss.

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Closing Arguments/Drama WI v. Darrell Brooks (Day 17 or 3 for Us) | TV Judge Mike 4:48:01

1+ y ago4:48:01

4:48:01

Finally the case comes to a close and it’s time for closing arguments. Let’s see what drama unfolds today.

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TV Judge Mike and Trial of WI v. Darrell Brooks (Day 1 for us) 4:26:51

1+ y ago4:26:51

4:26:51

So we’re going to start live streaming trials that we find are interesting. This is one with Darrell Brooks, the defendant who is accused of using his mom‘s red Ford escape to drive into parade participants in The city of Waukesha Wisconsin. I was interacting with the YouTube and Facebook audience. Please feel free to converse. FAIR USE NOTICE:This…

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Ludacris’ Manager Chaka Zulu Charged with Murder. My Thoughts? 1:36:00

2y ago1:36:00

1:36:00

Some think it’s suspicious how Chaka Zula got charged with murder when he was attacked by multiple assaulters outside his business establishment. But what did critics miss in their assessments? Did the Prosecutors get it right when they charged Chaka? Let’s talk.

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3 Year-Old Pushed into Lake Michigan? Where were the parents? 53:18

2y ago53:18

53:18

Who will protect the children?

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Myths about Civilian Use of Force 1:50:19

2y ago1:50:19

1:50:19

Join Instructor Mike as we discuss Myths about Civilian Use of Force

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Chicago police chase policy, Senate Gun Bill, and Chicago summer violence 1:13:30

2y ago1:13:30

1:13:30

Join Instructor Mike and friends as we talk about the newly deployed Chicago police Department chase policy, the United States Senate gun bill as proposed, and Chicago‘s summer violence.

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Ohio Teachers Can Carry, Shooting at a Texas Summer Camp, and Domestic At States Attorneys House? 2:15:33

2y ago2:15:33

2:15:33

Another wonderful episode of Triggered with Instructor Mike and Friends.

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US House Dems Pass Band-Aid Gun Reform Package 1:52:34

2y ago1:52:34

1:52:34

What will the US Senate GOP do to halt this plan?

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Uvalde Shootings and More! 1:57:34

2y ago1:57:34

1:57:34

Let’s talk about the Uvalde Texas shooting at Robb Elementry. Plenty of things to talk about in this situation

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Buffalo, NY Shootings and What This Means To Us 1:50:17

2y ago1:50:17

1:50:17

Join Instructor Mike and friends as Triggered comes back online with an analysis of certain events and what this means overall.

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Ohio’s Constitutional Carry, Carjacking Situations, and More! 3:20:13

2+ y ago3:20:13

3:20:13

Triggered with Instructor Mike and Friends talks about Ohio’s Constitutional Carry, Carjacking Situations, and More! Join us every Wednesday 8 PM central standard time on Rumble, YouTube (Instructor Mike), and Facebook. Until after April 1, 2022. Join us on the conversation.

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Amir Locke Shooting and More 3:11:43

2+ y ago3:11:43

3:11:43

Join Instructor Mike and Friends on Wednesday’s Triggered with Instructor Mike and Friends as we discuss the Minneapolis shooting of Amir Locke. We ask some great questions.

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Texas Child Custody Dispute Kills Man and More Discussed 2:18:42

2+ y ago2:18:42

2:18:42

Join Instructor Mike and friends on their weekly YouTube show Triggered with Instructor Mike and Friends as they discuss relevant topics relevant to concealed carriers, criminal justice enthusiast, and family advocates

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Talking After the Shooting Screwed Him! Georgia v. McMichaels & What Concealed Carriers Should Know 2:34:46

2+ y ago2:34:46

2:34:46

Join Instructor Mike and Friends on YouTube every Wednesday at 8 PM central standard time as we discuss important matters occurring in America essential to Concealed Carry and its various outcomes. Today, we discuss the Ahmaud Aubrey situation and the outcome of the McMichaels verdicts of guilty. What does that say for you a concealed carrier? What…

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Kyle Rittenhouse and Ahmaud Arbery: Lessons Learned for the Concealed Carrier 2:50:14

2+ y ago2:50:14

2:50:14

Join Instructor Mike and Friends as we discuss things for consideration from both trials and what these things mean for you as a firearm user.

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Alec Baldwin’s RUST Set Firearms Safety: Does Context Matters? 2:31:14

2+ y ago2:31:14

2:31:14

A long episode of Triggered with Instructor Mike and Friends on YouTube. We talk the Rust Shooting Homicide. A great multi-instructor led convo

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Chicago’s Mutual Combat No-Charges Fiasco, Concealed Carry, School Shootings, and More 2:15:12

3y ago2:15:12

2:15:12

Join us for another episode of Triggered with Instructor Mike and Friends as we discuss the interesting topics in the Chicagoland area as well as the nation. From Texas school shooting to Chicago’s battle between Mayor Lori Lightfoot and States Attorney Kim Foxx over charges, come join in a robust conversation.…

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R. Kelly, Protecting your Family, and Concealed Carry FAQs 2:02:58

3y ago2:02:58

2:02:58

Join Instructor Mike and friends every Wednesday on YouTube at Instructor Mike for a live robust conversation with his friends, fellow firearm instructors, Markis Miranda of P6 Firearm Training, John Hamberkamp of Guardian Concepts, and Jacob Null of Viper Defense as we discuss important topics relative to concealed carriers.…

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Viewers Ask their Concealed Carry Training Questions 1:55:50

3y ago1:55:50

1:55:50

Join instructor Mike and friends on his YouTube show, Triggered with Instructor Mike & Friends as they answer their viewers questions regarding Concealed Carry and Firearms related topics.

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Simone Biles and Combat Mindset 36:17

3y ago36:17

36:17

Exiting from the Tokyo Olympics and then re-entering to finish with the bronze medal, what was Simone Biles’ reasoning for exiting? Some have made statements which have been controversial. Some have given support. What are we not seeing on the whole?

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Basic Pistol Classes vs. Concealed Carry Classes w/Instructor Mike and Chris 1:13:41

3y ago1:13:41

1:13:41

Come join Instructor Mike and Instructor Chris as we talk about the difference between basic pistol and conceal carry classes, things to consider when purchasing a firearm, and answer some viewer questions.

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MN v. Chauvin Verdict Prediction 7:03

3y ago7:03

7:03

What you may have missed from the trial in short and my prediction on the verdict in the case of the People of the State of Minnesota vs Derek Chauvin

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Can I Shoot Into A Moving Car or Fire a Warning Shot: Marissa Alexander and Siwatu-Salama RA 53:02

3+ y ago53:02

53:02

Come join me as we discuss the case of Marissa Alexander and Siwatu-Salama Ra. The lessons not often taught are those often repeated.

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Welcome BACK! Boulder, CO Shooting, US Senate Hearings, Chicago Violence 18:29

3+ y ago18:29

18:29

It’s great to be back! I miss you guys. Well since Facebook Has barred me from going live, that has made me re-institute my podcast for good reasons. I missed talking to you guys but I’m gonna do things a little different. We’re gonna bring our special guest to have great conversations. So it’s gonna be a better podcast than before. Stay tuned and …

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Chicago Police’s Eddie Johnson and the IG Report, Rialmo, Van Dyke, and Chicago Teachers’ Strike! 1:00:24

4+ y ago1:00:24

1:00:24

We welcome back Instructor Mike as he hits the ground running to discuss Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson and the Chicago IG’s release of the LaQuan McDonald report, Chicago Police Board’s Firing of Police Officer Robert Rialmo, the allowance of Jason Van Dyke’s resignation, and the Chicago Teachers Union’s strike.…

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