Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - Dr. Mia Taormina Answers Your COVID-19 Questions

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

The alarmingly rapid spread of the coronavirus, hospital systems on the brink, trouble ahead for House Speaker Mike Madigan and more. NBC-5’s Mary Ann Ahern and WBEZ’s Dan Mihalopolous give you context and understanding to the biggest local and state stories this week.

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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - Police Killing Of Fred Hampton Remembered Via WBEZ Archives

WBEZ archivist Justine Tobiasz recently uncovered a short audio documentary on the life and death of activist, organizer, and Black Panther leader Fred Hampton. Hampton was killed by Chicago police while sleeping in his home on Dec. 4th, 1969.

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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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Reset with Sasha-Ann Simons - Holiday Anxiety And Depression Made Worse By The Pandemic

Feelings of isolation can lead to depression, substance abuse, and worse for millions during a normal holiday season. Add in the anxiety and social distancing of a global pandemic, and you have the recipe for more mental health crises.

Reset talks to two experts about how to recognize and beat some of those feelings in the age of COVID-19.

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