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11 Central Ave.
A radio comic strip, airing Friday mornings during Morning Edition.
 
A Prairie Home Companion
One of public radio’s most celebrated variety programs with music, sketches, monologues and more.
 
Afropop Worldwide
An exploration of African music, artists and influences around the world.
 
All Things Considered
An afternoon newsmagazine featuring a mix of interviews, commentaries, reviews and offbeat features–from around the world, and in and around Chicago.
 
American Routes
American music and culture, and the artists who shape it all.
 
BBC Newshour
World events, perspectives and stories of the day presented in a global context.
 
BBC Outlook
Extraordinary stories of everyday people.
 
BBC World Update
Wake up to the latest news and overnight happenings around the world from the BBC.
 
Bob Edwards Weekend
Long-form interview with newsmakers, histories and more.
 
Car Talk
Intelligent car advice mixed with hilarious stories of automobile mayhem.
 
Chicago Amplified
Our Web-based audio archive filled with diverse lectures, conversations, and other educational events presented in and around Chicago.
 
Chicago Matters
Now in its 18th year, Chicago’s award-winning multimedia public affairs series returns in 2008 with Chicago Matters: Growing Forward to examine how the choices we make today impact our environment and the future of our region. Tune in every other Tuesday for the latest feature.
 
City RoomTM
 
Dick Buckley
Music and artists, presented by an incomparable guide.
 
DNA Files
The DNA Files, returns this fall for the series’ third season. Chicago Public Radio kicks off the series with five reports on genetic research in the Chicago area.
 
Eight Forty-Eight
Chicago Public Radio’s award-winning daily magazine featuring news, views and culture–all with a local bent.
 
Filmspotting
Movie reviews, interviews and more, hosted by popular podcasters and cinephiles Adam Kempenaar and Matty Robinson.
 
Fresh Air
Interviews with fascinating people about contemporary arts and issues.
 
From Our Own Correspondent
Reporters stationed around the world lend personal perspective to the news of the day.
 
Global Overnight
Reporting and perspectives from around the world, courtesy of news sources on four different continents.
 
Hello Beautiful!
A showcase of regional culture and Chicago-area artists.
 
Joe Frank
Showcases the work of critically acclaimed broadcaster and performance artist Joe Frank—known best for his engaging, often philosophical, monologues and radio dramas.
 
Latino USA
News, public affairs and trends with a Latino perspective.
 
Le Show
A romp through the world of media, politics, sports and show business
 
Living on Earth
Steve Curwood hosts sound journalism for the planet.
 
Louder Than a Bomb
Louder Than a Bomb is a nationally-renowned teen poetry slam, bringing young poets together from around the city.
 
Magnificent Obsession
True stories of recovery from alcohol and drug dependency.
 
Marketplace
Business and money news–with an edge.
 
Morning Edition
Up-to-the-minute news, background analysis, commentary and coverage of arts, sports and more—from around the world and in and around Chicago.
 
On the Media
A probing look at media issues of the day.
 
Radio M
Your ticket to music and more.
 
Re:sound
An audible curiosity shop of the world’s most interesting radio stories, essays, music, found sound, and more from the Third Coast International Audio Festival.
 
Right Now with Richard Steele
 
Says You!
Taped in front of live audiences, Says You! features two teams that bluff, guess, and expound their way through the fast-paced 30-minute program. Richard Sher hosts.
 
Science Friday
Host Ira Flatow leads listeners through topical science news.
 
Smart City
A look at the people, places and ideas that shape modern cities.
 
Sound Opinions
The world’s only rock-and-roll talk show, hosted by two of Chicago’s best critics.
 
SOUNDMARKS
SOUNDMARKS aim to share the sounds of the diverse people and places that make up our community.
 
Speaking of Faith
A thoughtful exploration of religion and spirituality.
 
Special Programming
We take breaks from our regular schedule to bring you new and different programs. Learn more about what's ahead and listen to what you may have missed.
 
Stories on Stage
Literature comes to life when read by celebrated Chicago actors Stories on Stage ceased production on August 26, 2007.
 
StoryCorps
StoryCorps provides the opportunity to interview your friends and loved ones and record their voices and wisdom.
 
Sunday Specials
An eclectic mix of specials, including music, lectures and documentaries.
 
Talk of the Nation
Discussion and exploration of topical ideas and events with experts.
 
The Annoying Music Show
Host and producer Jim Nayder presents the most awful music ever recorded.
 
The Play's The Thing
Radio theater featuring today’s top actors.
 
The Story
News and issues of the day explored through more personal reporting.
 
The Tavis Smiley Show
A high-energy exchange of views, information and insight.
 
The World
News, features, interviews and music from around the globe.
 
Third Coast International Audio Festival
A festival celebrating the best audio from around the world.
 
This American Life
Peabody Award-winning host Ira Glass features documentaries, stories and more about everyday life.
 
To the Best of Our Knowledge
An audio magazine of ideas and stories
 
Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me!
A fast-paced, irreverent quiz show of the week’s news.
 
Weekend America (New)
Humor, insight and fresh commentary hosted by public radio veteran Bill Radke and award-winning journalist Desiree Cooper.
 
Weekend Edition Saturday
News, analysis, essays and features for your weekend.
 
Weekend Edition Sunday
News, analysis, essays and features for your weekend.
 
Word Jazz
Music and words collide in this fascinating audio oddity.
 
Worldview
Global affairs coverage and in-depth conversations on world issues and their local impact.
 
Writers' Block Party
A literary variety show featuring artists who work in the written word.
 
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