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Ep 115910/31/24: Chicago homebuyers feeling the affordability crunch

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to read the tea leaves in the latest batch of Chicago housing market data.Plus: Mayor Brandon Johnson proposes $17.3 billion budget with $300 million property tax hike, city panel OKs signage changes for Mag Mile and State Street, new study finds Peoples Gas pipeline program to cost another $12.8 billion and AbbVie lifts profit outlook as anti-inflammatory drugs Rinvoq and Skyrizi beat estimates Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 30, 202444 min

Ep 115810/30/24: Buzzer-beater for Hawks, Bulls streaming deal

Crain's media reporter Pawan Naidu joins host Amy Guth to discuss Chicago Sports Network’s deal with streaming service Fubo.Plus: Walgreens lays off 250 workers in latest round of cuts; Boeing raises $21 billion in capital to repair balance sheet; Stephanie Izard and Boka are planning a Northern California restaurant; community activists aren't sold on quantum park's promises just yet; and Pepsi closes South Side plant without warning, leaving at least 79 workers without jobs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 29, 202418 min

Ep 115710/29/24: High stakes for McDonald's in E. coli response

Crain’s restaurants reporter Brandon Dupré talks with host Amy Guth about McDonald’s race to contain fallout from the recent E. coli outbreak.Plus: New CPS board president won't say if board will fire CEO, massive Wacker Drive tenant isn't cutting back on office space, Ascension and Prime delay review for $375M hospital sale and New York antitrust probe could slow down Capital One-Discover deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 28, 202426 min

Ep 115610/28/24: In Chicago's budget crisis, where does public health fit?

Advocates are pushing for Mayor Brandon Johnson to put millions more into Chicago's public health efforts. A $1 billion budget shortfall and fiscal cliff at CDPH complicate matters. Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: CTU wants Pritzker to take another stab at the graduated income tax, serious injuries show dangers at Rivian's factory, True Value weighs laying off almost half its workforce as company seeks sale, Google opening its first Midwest store in Oakbrook Center and Northwestern establishes Alzheimer's research hub with $25M gift from Mills family members. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 25, 202431 min

Ep 115510/24/24: Lightning-quick penthouse sale for Ken Griffin

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including another Ken Griffin property sale, Hinsdale’s anti-teardown program and more.Plus: City Council approves $1.5 billion bond plan to refinance debt as budget deficit looms, Walgreens is moving on from VillageMD, Vistria Group to convert California apartment complex into affordable housing and DePaul gets $2.6 million donation to create a new business tech institute. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 23, 202431 min

Ep 115410/23/24: Restaurant owners fight a century-old booze ban

One restaurant in Lincoln Square is leading the charge to end a three-block dry zone. Crain’s restaurants reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about the push to end an ordinance that predates Prohibition.Plus: Mayor Brandon Johnson loses top education adviser amid the upheaval at the Chicago Board of Education, Huntington Bank is closing six of its Chicago-area branches, Canada’s Manulife Financial is looking to cash out of the 409-unit Hancock Square apartments in Arlington Heights, and the city will end its migrant shelter system by the end of the year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 22, 202421 min

Ep 115310/22/24: Walgreens' rocky road amid new CEO's vision

Walgreens is closing stores and bleeding cash, but the new CEO insists the company is hitting long-term marks. Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis talks about the Deerfield-based company with host Amy Guth. Plus: Sterling Bay puts bioscience center near Lincoln Yards up for sale, Boeing union presents new proposal that would end strike to members, Gold Coast apartment building trades for $85 million and a lawsuit alleges Moderna appropriated Northwestern research for its COVID vaccine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 21, 202424 min

Ep 115210/21/24: U of I scraps South Loop research facility plan

The University of Illinois is pulling the plug on its Discovery Partners Institute at The 78. Crain’s reporters Danny Ecker and John Pletz discuss with host Amy Guth.Plus: United ignites surge in airline stocks, JB and MK Pritzker gave $5.6 million to put on DNC, feds begin airlifting Baxter medical supplies to curb shortage and Chicago-area grocery stores now have DMV kiosks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 18, 202425 min

Ep 115110/17/24: How Chicago possibly boxed itself out of housing support

City Hall may have disqualified itself from getting millions in federal housing dollars. Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth news to discuss that and other news from the market.Plus: Abbott Labs board OKs $7 billion stock buyback program, United rebounds from price-cut pressure and authorizes $1.5 billion share buyback, Boeing judge seeks more information before plea deal ruling and after three slow years, dealmakers expect to see plenty of M&A action in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 16, 202435 min

Ep 115010/16/24: Hospitals feeling supply crunch

Crain’s health care reporters Katherine Davis and Jon Asplund talk with host Amy Guth about how Chicago-area hospitals are coping with dwindling supply levels of IV fluid after Hurricane Helene halted production at a North Carolina Baxter plant.Plus: Walgreens is closing stores and bleeding cash, but new CEO insists it's hitting long-term marks; Blue Cross antitrust lawsuit reaches $2.8B tentative settlement; True Value files for bankruptcy to sell itself to rival Do It Best; and Adams Street raises $1.2 billion for venture investments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 15, 202418 min

Ep 114910/15/24: You can taste the exclusivity here

The members-only Astor Club now touts its own Michelin-starred chef. Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti discusses the reimagining of the former Maxim’s space with host Amy Guth.Plus: Boeing to cut workforce by 10% as strike eats into reserves, former Loretto CEO indicted on corruption and embezzlement charges, distressed Rosemont office complex hits the market and Chicago Fed chief praises progress on inflation and labor market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 14, 202424 min

Ep 114810/14/24: Martinez's gambit to fund CPS

Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth on Pedro Martinez, who's locked in a power struggle with Mayor Brandon Johnson, and his strategy banking on a TIF surplus to balance the CPS budget, which has drawn skepticism from the City Council.Plus: Pritzker calls on Stellantis to get moving on Belvidere reopening, Chicago hospitals cope with dwindling supply of IV fluid, JLL unit cashes out of West Loop apartments for $76 million, Don Wilson's crypto unit hit with SEC charges over $2 billion in trades and United adding international flights as leisure travel demand grows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 11, 202430 min

Ep 114710/10/24: A piece of Chicago history gets revamped

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk news from the local market, including a new look for a famous cottage that endured the Great Chicago Fire, Harold Washington’s childhood home going up for sale and two suburbs where the record home price just went up.Plus: Mayor Johnson asks department heads to model layoff scenarios in bid to close the city’s budget gap; Lurie ranked No. 1 pediatric hospital in Illinois, among top 10 in the U.S.; lender looks to unload distressed Rolling Meadows office complex; and President Biden announces plan to fast-track lead pipe replacement in the U.S. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 9, 202439 min

Ep 114610/09/24: Japanese medtech expanding in Chicago

Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis joins host Amy Guth to talk about the medical device subsidiary of a Japanese company expanding its operations here with a $20 million commitment and promise to hire 100 more workers.Plus: City Council members push back as Johnson appoints new CPS board, McDonald's alleges major beef companies fixed prices in new lawsuit, Shore Capital raises $1.9 billion for three investment funds and a Rivian misstep triggered the parts shortage that's hobbling its EV output. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 8, 202417 min

Ep 114510/08/24: Sheer scale of South Works quantum megaproject sets in

Plans for the quantum campus in South Chicago reveal a site more than four times bigger than Lincoln Yards. Crain’s commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker talks with host Amy Guth about the site and its potential impact.Plus: Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson unveils picks to replace school board after mass resignation, Rivian seeking federal loan to restart Georgia EV plant project, Stellantis sues UAW to stop strike over plant investments and Walgreens to pay $80 million in Baltimore opioid settlement. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 7, 202427 min

Ep 114410/07/24: A $14M phony COVID test scheme

Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about the owner of a Chicago COVID testing lab’s guilty plea over a $14 million fraud scheme and the biotech startup out of Northwestern that just landed new funding.Plus: Pritzker leading trade mission to Japan, Metra considers expanding service from Union Station to O'Hare, Walgreens to launch student loan 401(k) match program and a Harry Potter concept and Spanish fashion chain coming to the Mag Mile. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 4, 202418 min

Ep 114310/03/24: Chicago's second-biggest home sale in 2024

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including a Lincoln Park mansion sale marking the second-highest price in the city so far this year.Plus: State Farm braces for losses from Hurricane Helene, Boeing weighs raising at least $10 billion selling stock, local venture pays $93 million for Fulton Market apartments and University of Chicago's business school gets $60 million donation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 2, 202436 min

Ep 114210/02/24: Flipping the gentrification script

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about an anti-gentrification ordinance giving rare power to tenants over building sales.Plus: Byline Bank and Wirtz family's First Security announce merger, judge rebuffs citizen lawsuit against Gotion plant but leaves door open, Alinea Group co-owner Nick Kokonas sells ownership stake and United Airlines approaches 20-year high at O'Hare. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 1, 202416 min

Ep 114110/01/24: Crime in Chicago is down. Why doesn't it feel that way?

Data indicates crime rates are down. Crain’s contributor Steve Hendershot talks with host Amy Guth about why it might not feel that way.Plus: Some of United's 737s had rudders at risk of jamming, safety board warns; contract pharma manufacturer putting $146 million into big expansion in Rockford; Illinois computer science programs are enrolling far more women; and Amtrak's Chicago to Miami route is just one big construction detour. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 30, 202430 min

Ep 114009/30/24: Not everyone heeded South Beach's siren song

Chicago’s pandemic exodus was a thing, but not as much as it first seemed. Crain’s reporter John Pletz tells host Amy Guth how IRS data shows there’s a lot more to the story.Plus: Millionaire's tax could reportedly raise $4.5 billion for property tax relief, Michael Sacks and Richard Price leave World Business Chicago board, UChicago gets anonymous $100 million donation to support free speech and Dick Durbin ramps up pressure on airlines' frequent-flyer programs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 27, 202425 min

Ep 113909/26/24: Housing stock tightening in the city

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk news from the local market, including his four insights from the latest Chicago housing data.Plus: Real estate pros survey suggests alternative ideas to spending $1 billion of public money on stadiums; Rivian launches pre-owned vehicle sales, joining Tesla in growing used EV market; U of I lands $10 million donation for new science center and, with the state, names quantum-research park board of directors; and the Chicago Marathon touts record-breaking $547 million economic impact for 2023 race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 25, 202442 min

Ep 113809/25/24: Walgreens chairman watches fortune shrink

As Walgreens flounders, so does the fortune of its top stakeholder, Stefano Pessina. Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis talks about the pharmacy giant's struggles with host Amy Guth.Plus: Boeing union balks at sweetened pay offer to workers, Trump vows to hit Deere with tariffs if jobs move to Mexico, landlords have reason to be optimistic even as downtown apartment rents have flattened out and how much money you need to be a middle-class Chicagoan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 24, 202424 min

Ep 113709/24/24: South, West Side grocer tries to salvage reputation

Three years after it took over a handful of run-down Save A Lots on the South and West sides, grocery operator Yellow Banana has opened its first renovated store. Crain's retail reporter Ally Marotti talks about the West Garfield Park opening and the branding headwinds facing the company.Plus: White House picks Monroe Capital to develop $1 billion fund for auto suppliers, Caterpillar joins Ford and Lowe's in diversity rethink as backlash grows, private-equity firms see growing profitability in affordable housing, and Bulls and Blackhawks eliminating plastic bottles for upcoming seasons. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 23, 202419 min

Ep 113609/23/24: Dealmakers won't start buzzing here just yet

With the Federal Reserve lowering interest rates by a half percentage point, Crain’s finance reporter Mark Weinraub talks with host Amy Guth about the local implications of the move.Plus: Amazon closing Goose Island fulfillment center, one of the first it opened in Chicago; electronic trading firm set to leave LaSalle Street for West Loop; Boeing girds for long strike as gig economy gives workers clout; and Tavern on Rush sets the opening date for its new location. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 20, 202423 min

Ep 113509/19/24: An end to 12-year Michael Jordan mansion saga

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin chats with host Amy Guth about news from the local market, including Michael Jordan’s mansion going under contract after sitting on the shelf since 2012.Plus: United Center owners detail apartments, hotel vision for 1901 Project; Florida firm nears discount deal for distressed Loop office tower; North Shore Tesla facility trades hands for almost $30 million; O'Hare and Midway slip in the latest J.D. Power rankings; and Chicago biotech incubator tapped by feds as health care accelerator hub. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 18, 202454 min

Ep 113409/18/24: How food halls survive with far fewer mouths to feed

Chicago's food halls have entered a new era. Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about the post-pandemic business model.Plus: Michael Jordan’s mansion finally lands a buyer, Boeing freezes hiring and mulls furloughs after workers strike, property insurance rates fall for first time since 2017 and Outcome Health founder Rishi Shah will remain free on bail during appeal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 17, 202423 min

Ep 113309/17/24: DEI tries to go under the radar

Big financial institutions are rethinking their approach to diversity. Crain’s finance reporter Mark Weinraub talks with host Amy Guth about the backlash against DEI initiatives and possible implications for the industry's talent pipeline.Plus: Walgreens pays $107 million over prescription billing fraud claims; EPA knocks ADM for leaking 8,000 metric tons of CO2 underground; with contract attorneys on the rise, staffing firm Latitude opens Chicago office; and a developer proposes 243-unit condo project in Fulton Market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 16, 202420 min

Ep 113209/16/24: After downfall, Foxtrot rebuilds in its hometown

Crain's restaurants and retail reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about Foxtrot’s return to Chicago and Lettuce Entertain You’s expansion to the suburbs.Plus: United bets on SpaceX for faster, free Wi-Fi; Big Four accounting firm PwC laying off 1,800 employees; appeals court tosses out $564M verdict against BMO Harris; and Wacker Drive landlord nears massive anchor tenant deal, inks Capital One extension. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 13, 202423 min

Ep 113109/12/24: How homeownership was used to establish 'whiteness'

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin and host Amy Guth recap news from the local market, including a UChicago professor's look at how housing shaped race in the 20th century, and a mansion built by the father of modern advertising that’s on market for the first time since the early 1990s.Plus: Michelin adds three Chicago restaurants to its guide; McDonald's rolls out kiosks that take cash, pushing diners away from cashiers; Southwest Airlines cuts more flights at O'Hare, with its chair set to step down amid Elliott battle; Deere pays SEC nearly $10 million to resolve overseas bribery case; and airlines may soon face cash penalties for delayed flights. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 11, 202448 min

Ep 113009/11/24: Johnson staffers exit amid shuffle, hiring freeze

As Mayor Brandon Johnson halts citywide hires and reorganizes his staff, the Fifth Floor's chief City Council liaison and two of her staff hand in their resignations. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: The Art Institute of Chicago receives one of its largest donations ever; TransUnion fined by SEC for whistleblower violation; steel-conduit plant to close, eliminating 237 jobs on the Southwest Side; and Deloitte survey finds half of all women in the U.S. skip the doctor's office. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 10, 202415 min

Ep 112909/10/24: Who's already jumping into Chicago's quantum tech pool?

As Illinois puts up a half-billion dollars in its bid to make Chicago a world capital for quantum computing, Crain's technology reporter John Pletz joins host Amy Guth to look at some local players in the emerging space.Plus: South suburban towns get crushed by the weight of heavy property taxes; big South Loop apartment development up for sale; Southern Illinois University Carbondale sees enrollment gains, bucking trends; and target for the O'Hare terminal revamp quietly slips to 2034. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 9, 202430 min

Ep 112809/09/24: A property tax relief proposal from Kaegi

Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi is calling for a property tax bailout for low-income homeowners. Crain’s commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Bears CEO on stadium pitch, big Schaumburg shopping center trades for $93 million, Edelman adds Nikki Haley to public affairs division and feds are probing big airlines' loyalty programs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 6, 202422 min

Ep 112709/05/24: Realtors' court battle isn't over yet

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to talk news form the local market, including the National Association of Realtors saying it will take its fight with the Department of Justice to the U.S. Supreme Court.Plus: Molson Coors joins Ford, Deere and Harley in nixing DEI goals; Blue Cross parent tries to simplify health plans with no deductible, no coinsurance option; city of Chicago's LaSalle Street landlord surrenders building to lender; and in Ravinia v. Ravinia, both sides bury the hatchet — and the brewery name. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 4, 202438 min

Ep 112609/04/24: Chicago faces serious belt tightening next year

To plug a nearly billion-dollar budget gap, Mayor Brandon Johnson may reverse his campaign pledge on property taxes. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth about the options on the table for the city. Plus: Foxtrot is reopening its first Chicago store this week, DNC week proved "solid" for downtown hotels, rival buying Kroger-Albertsons stores got "worst chains" like Mariano's and NASCAR says it will return to Grant Park in 2025, but stays noncommittal on 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 3, 202421 min

Ep 112509/03/24: DNC was feast or famine for restaurants

How did Chicago's dining scene fare during the Democratic National Convention? Depends who you ask. Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Shareholder suit claims Walgreens leadership covered up poor pharmacy numbers, Ulta Beauty cuts sales outlook on slowing demand, Harry Caray's most famous line is the focus of a new trademark lawsuit and Northwestern University taps new athletic director. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 30, 202420 min

Ep 112408/29/24: Hot stretch for Chicago housing market

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about his latest takeaways from new market data.Plus: Fed minutes show Chicago and New York chiefs favored a July discount rate cut, exec affirms in merger hearing Kroger hiked milk and egg prices above inflation, another major drug distributor drops AbbVie's Humira and Revival Food Hall gets a new name with more breakfast and a bigger happy hour. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 28, 202440 min

Ep 112308/28/24: Restaurants' tool to reduce sticker shock

Neighborhood restaurant owners are trying a new approach to the wine list to win back diners burned by the rising cost of eating out. Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: The IT meltdown that idled auto dealers this summer didn't leak data, software maker says; DEA delays cannabis rescheduling until after election to hold hearing; Rothschild plans to close Chicago office and relocate staff to New York; and two longtime partners at Pritzker venture fund leave to launch their own. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 27, 202420 min

Ep 112208/27/24: Illinois at center of one of Dems' linchpin strategies

Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about Illinois’ role in reproductive care nationwide and how personal it is for some legislators like U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth.Plus: Kroger-Albertsons deal heads to court with food prices in focus, Loop office tower could be back on track for residential conversion, Roti files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Christkindlmarket bumped out of Wrigley Field this year and passengers can catch a coastal cruise from Navy Pier starting in 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 26, 202419 min

Ep 112108/26/24: The fun part's over for Democrats

After a successful Democratic National Convention, it's back to work this week for the party. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence joins host Amy Guth to talk what's next for pols around Chicago.Plus: Powell says the "time has come" for Fed to cut interest rates, O'Hare plans to sell $1 billion in bonds as terminal project moves ahead, enrollment cliff has Illinois' public universities seeing red, the state's vision for Peotone airport includes some surprises and downstate Cairo is 3D printing affordable housing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 23, 202429 min

Ep 112008/22/24: Pritzker gets his prime-time limelight

From Gov. J.B. Pritzker's much sought-after time in front of a national audience to Sen. Tammy Duckworth getting a few jabs in on Donald Trump and blistering messages from the Obamas, Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence and host Amy Guth recap the major events of the DNC's first days.Also, Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin discusses news from the local housing market, including a big change in how residential real estate commissions are assigned.Plus: Hyatt to buy Standard International for up to $335 million, Ford cancels plans for electric SUV and a River North office skyscraper owner pays off $431 million loan.s off $431 million loan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 21, 202452 min

Ep 111908/21/24: Rush points to health inequity during DNC

With the Democratic convention underway, Chicago's biggest hospital aims to bring attention to health care inequality by openly asking the public a stark question near the United Center. Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses that and union action on the Illinois Medical District during the convention with host Amy Guth.Plus: Johnson plays both progressive leader and city host at the convention, UAW president calls out Stellantis on Belvidere plant, Kroger seeks to block FTC case against Albertsons acquisition and developers plan warehouse-to-apartment conversions in the West Loop. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 20, 202423 min

Ep 111808/20/24: Johnson ally sows confusion with DNC parties

A confidant of Mayor Brandon Johnson sparked concern among corporate donors by soliciting significant contributions to a political nonprofit planning to throw a week’s worth of DNC events. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: J.B. Pritzker's turn as DNC host vaults him to national stage, Cboe looks to return $500 million to investors, new entertainment concept planned at former Lawry’s space and activist investor takes stake in Portillo's. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 19, 202426 min

Ep 111708/19/24: Mars growing its domain in the snack aisle

The candy giant Mars is moving in to buy Chicago snack maker Kellanova for an eye-popping $36 billion. Crain's reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about the companies’ timeline, potential roadblocks and Kellanova CEO Steve Cahillane’s $81.4 million exit plan.Plus: Rivian pauses output of Amazon’s EV delivery van on parts shortage, bank biz sues Illinois over first-of-its-kind change to credit card fees, Mag Mile retail property handed over to lender and Illinois bans legacy admissions at public universities. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 16, 202422 min

Ep 111608/15/24: The absolute top shelf of homes on the Chicago market

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth to recap news from the local market, including the Chicago area's highest-priced home for sale — a $35 million lakefront Winnetka mansion.Plus: Mars buys Chicago snack maker Kellanova in $36 billion deal, Hobson's out as Starbucks chair as board jettisons CEO, private-equity firms gear up for deals after slow start to the year and how Chicago smashed its fundraising goal for the DNC. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 14, 202437 min

Ep 111508/14/24: Chicago family keeps buying slices of Mackinac Island

The family that bought Oberweis Dairy has also been grabbing pieces of Mackinac Island and is working to patch up a ferry fleet in dire straits. Crain’s Grand Rapids Business reporter Rachel Watson discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Snelling says CPD will intervene the "moment" DNC protests turn violent; Bears surveying fans on what they want from a new stadium; Carlyle to buy Baxter's kidney-care unit for $3.8 billion; Northwestern lands naming rights deal for temporary lakefront stadium; and the DNC was supposed to fill hotels — but one week out, that hasn't happened. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 13, 202425 min

Ep 111408/13/24: Johnson's 'Treatment Not Trauma' health plan so far

Crain’s health care reporter Katherine Davis and analyst Sophie Rogers join host Amy Guth to discuss Chicago’s aim for a progressive approach to its mental health crisis.Plus: Illinois now has blueprint for K-12 schools to teach dangers of overdose, Western Illinois University lays off more staff in second round of cuts, how much Amex pocketed on the sale of Itasca's Accertify and the city delays $643 million bond deal due to market volatility. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 12, 202433 min

Ep 111308/12/24: Johnson has an even bigger budget hole to plug

Mayor Brandon Johnson is facing a budget gap that could reach nearly $1 billion. Crain’s politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses the city’s plans with host Amy Guth.Plus: Boeing's new CEO touts transparency and plans to talk the factory floor, Bluhm makes $56 million bet on Mag Mile vertical mall, Walgreens sells $750 million in its upsized first junk bond sale, Morningstar targeted in lawsuit over one of its investment tools and Ford's Chicago plant faces the future of EVs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 9, 202428 min

Ep 111208/08/24: The priciest time to go house shopping, ever

Crain’s residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin joins host Amy Guth to break down the latest Chicago real estate data.Plus: Johnson under pressure as budget gap could reach nearly $1 billion, Rivian net loss widens to $1.46 billion despite sales gains and cost cutting, Oak Park apartment complex sold to California investor and parent companies of Mariano's and Jewel pressured by investor group over abortion pill sales. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 7, 202436 min

Ep 111108/07/24: What CVS' health play has that Walgreens' doesn't

Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about why CVS is doubling down on primary care with new clinics while its competitors are backpedaling.Plus: What’s next for Pritzker after the veepstakes, Damen Green Line Station opens two weeks before the DNC, historic State Street buildings to avoid the wrecking ball and Goolsbee says Fed is less reactive than markets — and won't overreact. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 6, 202419 min

Ep 111008/06/24: New dining spots popping up around Millennium Park

Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth to discuss the latest from the dining world, including two new Latin American eateries downtown and the owners of Adalina expanding in the Gold Coast.Plus: Global stock meltdown triggers "mad rush" for Treasuries, Walgreens cashes in $1.1 billion of Cencora stock, Kellanova soars as Mars weighs deal for the snackmaker and Chicago's largest foundations see increase in 2023 assets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 5, 202423 min