In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons
In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons, a daily news show from WBEZ Chicago, unpacks local and national headlines and connects listeners with Chicago experts and neighbors. The show has about 1,000 episodes, publishes on weekdays, and typically runs around 28 minutes. Estimated downloads are roughly 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per host-read ad. Its strongest distinctive feature is a weekly news recap.
Daily Chicago news show from WBEZ with a loyal, highly rated audience
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 309 ratings, with 280 five-star reviews
- Daily weekday cadence across a catalog of about 1,000 episodes
- Public radio newsroom production with local experts and neighborhood stories
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- news roundup, interview, panel discussion
- Tone
- informative, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 25 to 32 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Recent titles cover gun violence and immigration-adjacent policy in a news context, with no explicit flag set in the feed.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.wbez.org/in-the-loop-with-sasha-ann-simons |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1108147135 |
| RSS feed | intheloop.podcasts.wbez.org |
Benchmark score: 36 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: Oct. 16, 2026 | 2026-10-16 | 46 min |
| Medicare Advantage Plans Are Disappearing | 2026-10-15 | 24 min |
| Malcolm Gladwell Wants Us To Have An Honest Conversation About Gun Vio | 2026-10-14 | 31 min |
| Meet The Chicago Sisters Competing In The Amazing Race | 2026-10-13 | 27 min |
| Loyola Professors Encouraging Pen To Paper Writing To Tackle AI | 2026-10-12 | 28 min |
| Actor Johnny Galecki Stars In ‘Kowalski’ At Lookingglass Theatre | 2026-10-09 | 32 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 1 days.
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About In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons
In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons is a daily news podcast from WBEZ Chicago that unpacks local and national headlines and connects listeners with Chicago experts and neighbors, according to the feed and the WBEZ website. The show publishes on weekdays, with the feed listing about 1,000 episodes and a typical runtime of 25 to 32 minutes. It is hosted by Sasha-Ann Simons as presented on the show's WBEZ page.
The Apple Podcasts listing shows 309 ratings with an average of 4.7 out of 5, of which 280 are five-star. Based on these signals, listeners are estimated to be mostly Chicago-area adults, with a skew toward older listeners; these figures are estimates only and not published by the show.
The feed shows no sponsors. Based on a 5,000 to 25,000 estimated download range, a host-read mid-roll would be priced at about $90 to $625 per episode. The show suits local services, neighborhood businesses and civic campaigns.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons
How much does In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $90 to $625 per episode, using a rate of $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads. Actual pricing is set by the show.
What is In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons about?
It is a daily WBEZ Chicago news podcast that unpacks local and national headlines, featuring interviews with Chicago experts and stories about neighborhoods and public life across the city.
How do I contact In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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