The Chicago Way

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Ep. 92(02/12/18): This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Paul Vallas, former CEO of the Chicago Public Schools, to talk about a possible run for mayor of Chicago against Rahm Emanuel and why Vallas believes Rahm’s tenure at city hall has been bad for Chicago. Plus, Kasso and Carlin some recent Dibs Supreme Court rulings and announce some long overdue court appointments. Follow @John_Kass Follow @Paulvallas Follow @JPCarlin Download this episode here […]

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Ep. 91(02/06/18): This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Chicago Tribune Editorial board member Kristen McQueary to talk about why men and women choose different things to try about, the pageantry of the Olympics, and recipes for cold weather beverages. Plus, Kasso and Carlin look at how media distracts the masses from dealing with serious issues in front of them. Follow @John_Kass Follow @statehousechick Follow @JPCarlin Download this episode here by using […]

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Ep. 91(02/06/18): This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Chicago Tribune Editorial board member Kristen McQueary to talk about why men and women choose different things to try about, the pageantry of the Olympics, and recipes for cold weather beverages. Plus, Kasso and Carlin look at how media distracts the masses from dealing with serious issues in front of them. Follow @John_Kass Follow @statehousechick Follow @JPCarlin Download this episode here by using […]

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Ep. 90(01/29/18): This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Chicago Tribune Editorial Cartoonist for the Chicago Tribune Scott Stantis to answer questions from Facebook fans, the mystery behind the infamous GOP memo, and talk about the news of the day. Plus, Kasso sits down for a candid conversation with Tregg Duerson- Chicago Bears legend Dave Duerson- about his father’s battle with CTE, why the Duerson Act’s goal of banning children under 12 […]

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Ep. 90(01/29/18): This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Chicago Tribune Editorial Cartoonist for the Chicago Tribune Scott Stantis to answer questions from Facebook fans, the mystery behind the infamous GOP memo, and talk about the news of the day. Plus, Kasso sits down for a candid conversation with Tregg Duerson- Chicago Bears legend Dave Duerson- about his father’s battle with CTE, why the Duerson Act’s goal of banning children under 12 […]

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Ep. 89(01/22/18): This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by James Beard Award-winning and Michelin starred chef of NAHA and French-inspired Brindille, Carrie Nahabedian to talk about a recent Chicago Tribune story featuring Chef Carrie and other female restauranteurs promoting their proper place in Chicago’s world-famous restaurant tapestry. Chef Carrie also takes John on tour of her culinary story and looks at how passion drives everything she accomplishes in her kitchen. Plus, Kasso […]

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Ep. 89(01/22/18): This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by James Beard Award-winning and Michelin starred chef of NAHA and French-inspired Brindille, Carrie Nahabedian to talk about a recent Chicago Tribune story featuring Chef Carrie and other female restauranteurs promoting their proper place in Chicago’s world-famous restaurant tapestry. Chef Carrie also takes John on tour of her culinary story and looks at how passion drives everything she accomplishes in her kitchen. Plus, Kasso […]

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Ep. 88(01/16/18): This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Chicago Tribune Editorial Board Member Kristen McQueary to debate the impact of President Trump’s ‘sh**hole’ remarks, look at the race for Illinois’ next governor, and present tips for ‘surviving’ an internet free home with young kids. Plus, Kasso remembers his friend and broadcast legend Milt Rosenberg. Follow @John_Kass Follow @StatehouseChick Follow @JPCarlin Download this episode here by using ‘Save As’here>

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Ep. 88(01/16/18): This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Chicago Tribune Editorial Board Member Kristen McQueary to debate the impact of President Trump’s ‘sh**hole’ remarks, look at the race for Illinois’ next governor, and present tips for ‘surviving’ an internet free home with young kids. Plus, Kasso remembers his friend and broadcast legend Milt Rosenberg. Follow @John_Kass Follow @StatehouseChick Follow @JPCarlin Download this episode here by using ‘Save As’here>

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Episode 87: John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Chicago Sun-Times columnist Dan Mihalopoulos with an analysis of Illinois candidate for Governor Chris Kennedy’s assertion that Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is actively implementing a gentrification plan aimed at forcing minorities our of the Windy City. Dan also weighs in on the race for Chicago’s next mayor, leaving the illustrious Tribune Tower, and the future of professional soccer in Chicago. Plus, Kasso has a message […]

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Episode 87: John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Chicago Sun-Times columnist Dan Mihalopoulos with an analysis of Illinois candidate for Governor Chris Kennedy’s assertion that Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel is actively implementing a gentrification plan aimed at forcing minorities our of the Windy City. Dan also weighs in on the race for Chicago’s next mayor, leaving the illustrious Tribune Tower, and the future of professional soccer in Chicago. Plus, Kasso has a message […]

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Episode 86: John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by co-founder and publisher of Real Clear Politics Tom Bevan with a look at the top politico stories of 2017 and preview the major storylines of 2018. Plus, Kasso presents “The Christmas Gift: A new hope.” Follow @John_Kass Follow @TomBevanRCP Follow @JPCarlin Download this episode here by using ‘Save As’here>

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Episode 86: John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by co-founder and publisher of Real Clear Politics Tom Bevan with a look at the top politico stories of 2017 and preview the major storylines of 2018. Plus, Kasso presents “The Christmas Gift: A new hope.” Follow @John_Kass Follow @TomBevanRCP Follow @JPCarlin Download this episode here by using ‘Save As’here>

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Episode 85: This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Chicago Tribune Editorial Board Member Kristen McQueary to talk about how parents handle holiday shopping with kids in tow. Plus, Kasso has a review of the new Winston Churchill period piece, The Darkest Hour. Follow @John_Kass Follow @JeanneIves Follow @SStantis Follow @JPCarlin Download this episode here by using ‘Save As’here>

The Chicago Way w/John Kass, Episode 85: This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Chicago Tribune Editorial Board Member Kristen McQueary to talk about how parents handle holiday shopping with kids in tow. Plus, Kasso has a review of the new Winston Churchill period piece, The Darkest Hour. Follow @John_Kass Follow @JeanneIves Follow @SStantis Follow @JPCarlin Download this episode here by using ‘Save As’here>