The Chicago Way is a weekly news and politics podcast from WGN Radio in Chicago, hosted by Chicago Tribune columnist John Kass and WGN Radio's Jeff Carlin. The show has 99 episodes and runs about every seven days. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a host-read ad rate of roughly $90 to $630 per episode, distinctive for its Chicago political commentary.
Weekly Chicago politics commentary from a WGN Radio and Chicago Tribune team
- Listeners hear a weekly, regional political discussion tied to WGN Radio's broadcast brand.
- Apple Podcasts shows 1,135 ratings with a 4.7 average, a strong sign of an engaged audience.
- Episodes run on a steady seven-day cadence, giving sponsors predictable placement.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, commentary
- Tone
- opinionated, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- Not available in feed
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
Episode titles cover political and civic subjects such as mayoral politics and public policy, with no explicit flags; political content is high by nature of the show.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | wgnradio.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1081158077 |
| RSS feed | feeds.feedburner.com/wgnplus/thechicagoway |
Benchmark score: 45 / 100
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Recent episodes
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 14 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Mild mannered Chicago Tribune columnist John Kass and WGN Radio's Jeff Carlin explore the week in news, politics and other thngs done the Chicago Way in this WGN Plus podcast from WGN Radio in Chicago.
About The Chicago Way
The Chicago Way is a weekly news and politics podcast from WGN Radio in Chicago, hosted by Chicago Tribune columnist John Kass and WGN Radio's Jeff Carlin, according to the feed and the show's description. The show covers the week in news, politics, and Chicago civic life, with 99 episodes released about every seven days since November 2024.
Apple Podcasts lists 1,135 ratings with a 4.7 average and an updated biweekly release frequency. Listeners are estimated, not measured, at 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, skewing toward older adults in the Chicago region; the audience estimate is an inference from the ratings count.
No sponsors were seen in the feed. An ad rate of roughly $90 to $630 per episode fits brands targeting Chicago-area residents, particularly local services and regional financial or civic businesses.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Chicago Way can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Chicago Way
How much does The Chicago Way 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 $630 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's terms.
What is The Chicago Way about?
The Chicago Way is a weekly news and politics podcast from WGN Radio in Chicago, hosted by John Kass and Jeff Carlin. It covers the week's news, politics, and Chicago civic issues.
How do I contact The Chicago Way about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.