In this episode, reporter Arionne Nettles tells us the story of Lucy Parsons, a Chicago labor activist and anarchist known for her fiery speeches and dubbed “more dangerous than 1,000 rioters.” But who she was and what she fought for was complex — and just as complicated was her true identity.
Curious City - The Radical Existence Of Lucy Parsons, The ‘Goddess Of Anarchy’
In this episode, reporter Arionne Nettles tells us the story of Lucy Parsons, a Chicago labor activist and anarchist known for her fiery speeches and dubbed “more dangerous than 1,000 rioters.” But who she was and what she fought for was complex — and just as complicated was her true identity.
Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - Illinois Prisoners Face Hurdles, Retribution When Reporting Abuse And Safety Issues
Illinois prisoners rely on grievances to flag dangerous conditions, from guard abuse to unsanitary conditions and poor medical care. But with virtually no oversight, the system leaves thousands of prisoners vulnerable to harm.
Reset brings on WBEZ’s Shannon Heffernan for more on the issue.
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Why World AIDS Day Matters Even More During The COVID-19 Pandemic
This year, World AIDS Day is a reminder that the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t the only public health crisis the world is facing right now.
Reset discusses the importance of World AIDS Day and the parallels between AIDS and COVID-19.
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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - CPS Chief Janice Jackson: ‘Our Kids Have To Go Back To School’
Chicago Public Schools officials are determined to get students back to in-person learning after winter break. But the Chicago Teachers Union remains in opposition, saying that even with the district’s COVID mitigation efforts, it’s still not safe enough to return to in-person learning. Reset sits down with CPS CEO Janice Jackson for more on the district’s decision.
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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - Your Weekly COVID Update With Infectious Disease Expert Dr. Taormina
Dr. Mia Taormina, infectious disease specialist at the DuPage Medical Group, explains the latest coronavirus science and the precautions to take to navigate the pandemic. Look for our latest interview with her in your podcast feed every Sunday.
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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - WBEZ’s Weekly News Roundup
Millions travel for the holiday against the advice of medical experts and local leaders trying to flatten the surge of coronavirus. Meanwhile, Mayor Lightfoot gets her 2021 budget, and Mike Madigan tries to hang on to his speakership in the Illinois House. WTTW’s Heather Cherone and WBEZ’s Becky Vevea take on all the big local and state stories in our Weekly News Roundup.
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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - The Flat Five Bring Harmonies And Hope On New Album, ‘Another World’
Five successful Chicago musicians who love tight harmonies came together to do what they love best: sing. A few times a year, their schedules would permit them to gather, and those occasional gigs at the Hideout became legend. Fast-forward more than 5 years — work and families and COVID-19 has made scheduling tougher than ever, but The Flat Five have managed to release a second album, Another World.
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Curious City - A Most Unusual School Year: Part II
In Part II of our special series on education during COVID-19, reporters Susie An and Kate McGee share stories of two high school juniors going through the college application process during remote learning and several college freshmen experiencing a strange first semester. Some of those college students are studying remotely from the homes where they grew up while others packed up and headed off to campus, only to face a quarantine.
Then, we hear from Curious City question askers and experts about what they’re thankful for this year.
Curious City - A Most Unusual School Year: Part II
In Part II of our special series on education during COVID-19, reporters Susie An and Kate McGee share stories of two high school juniors going through the college application process during remote learning and several college freshmen experiencing a strange first semester. Some of those college students are studying remotely from the homes where they grew up while others packed up and headed off to campus, only to face a quarantine.
Then, we hear from Curious City question askers and experts about what they’re thankful for this year.