Best Quiet Chicago Podcasts (2025)

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The Spirits of Haunted Ohio, Part One | Grave Talks CLASSIC 32:37

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This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Locked in the heart of America’s Rust Belt, Ohio is a land of forgotten factories, crumbling cities, and lingering ghosts. Once a beacon of industrial strength, the state’s decline has left behind more than just empty buildings—it’s left echoes. Whispers of the past. Residual energy that seems to feed off pain…

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Today's Weather in Chicago 07/09/25: Touchdown Forecast with Dustin Breeze - Thunderstorms and Sunny Surprises Ahead 1:54

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Hey weather warriors! Dustin Breeze here, and I'm about to drop some meteorological magic on you faster than I used to throw touchdown passes! Whoa, Chicago, are we in for a wild ride this week! Let's break down this forecast like I used to break down defensive lines. Current conditions are looking mostly cloudy with a temperature hovering around 7…

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The Haunting Legacy of the Glore Psychiatric Museum, Part One | Guest Maxwell Morgan 33:16

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Once a state hospital that operated for over a century, the Glore Psychiatric Museum in St. Joseph, Missouri, holds more than just a history of mental health treatment—it holds echoes of the past that still linger. Formerly known as State Lunatic Asylum #2, the facility treated thousands of patients beginning in 1874, including those suffering from…

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The Ghost of Uncle Ray | Real Ghost Stories Online 24:53

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A sleepless June night turns into a family reunion from beyond when a teenage gamer spots a familiar silhouette lingering outside his bedroom door—complete with the tell-tale glint of Uncle Ray’s wire-rim glasses. Minutes later, Ray visits Dad in a dream, mouthing words no one can hear but everyone understands: “I’m still here.” From an unexplainab…

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7-8 Andy Baggarly details the latest on the health of Rafi Devers and the potential for SFG to shake up rotation ahead of Dodgers series 9:13

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7-8 Andy Baggarly details the latest on the health of Rafi Devers and the potential for SFG to shake up rotation ahead of Dodgers series See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco

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7-8 J.T. Snow weighs in on Will Clark/Rafi Devers much-ado-about-nothing & how the Giants can stay in race in second half 16:20

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7-8 J.T. Snow weighs in on Will Clark/Rafi Devers much-ado-about-nothing & how the Giants can stay in race in second half See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco

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7-8 Dirty Work Hour 3: Tim's Tuesday Takes tackles holidays, plus J.T. Snow on potential for Rafi Devers to play first base in the second half of season 45:46

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7-8 Dirty Work Hour 3: Tim's Tuesday Takes tackles holidays, plus J.T. Snow on potential for Rafi Devers to play first base in the second half of season See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco

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7-8 Dirty Work Hour 2: a MASSIVE NBA Grab Bag and caller reaction to Rafi Devers/Will Clark nothingburger 52:55

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7-8 Dirty Work Hour 2: a MASSIVE NBA Grab Bag and caller reaction to Rafi Devers/Will Clark nothingburger See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco

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The Teeth in the Mud Room | Into the Paranormal 16:43

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In the early 1970s, a family moved into what seemed like the perfect suburban home just outside of Boston. But what starts as an innocent curiosity quickly becomes a lifelong mystery filled with strange noises, moving objects, and phantom figures. The narrator, just a child at the time, experiences unexplained events—footsteps in the attic, lamps t…

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The Teeth in the Mud Room | Into the Paranormal 16:43

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In the early 1970s, a family moved into what seemed like the perfect suburban home just outside of Boston. But what starts as an innocent curiosity quickly becomes a lifelong mystery filled with strange noises, moving objects, and phantom figures. The narrator, just a child at the time, experiences unexplained events—footsteps in the attic, lamps t…

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7-8 Casey Schmitt joins Dirty Work with his take on playing so many positions as well adjustments he has made that has led to success at the majors 13:13

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7-8 Casey Schmitt joins Dirty Work with his take on playing so many positions as well adjustments he has made that has led to success at the majors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco

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7-8 Dirty Work Hour 1: Giants take Game 1 vs Phillies: Casey Schmitt joins the show after return to lineup as SF goes for 4 in a row 58:47

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7-8 Dirty Work Hour 1: Giants take Game 1 vs Phillies: Casey Schmitt joins the show after return to lineup as SF goes for 4 in a row See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco

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Full Show: July 8th, 2025 2:21:23

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Looking back at the magnitude of ‘The Decision’ on the 15 year anniversary. Running through the Miami Dolphins schedule and realizing how tough the back half of it is. Debating the Mt Rushmore of Dolphins players since 2000 but specifically based on vibes and aura. Plus, a special edition of Talk About It Tuesday featuring Josh Appel.…

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Hour 1: Fifteen year anniversary of ‘The Decision’ - the night LeBron changed everything 43:19

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In hour one, remembering just how massive LeBron’s special on ESPN was and the magnitude of not only his decision but also how he announced it. Hoch has to explain his shadow banning theory for Crowder. How does one get a detached retina? Plus, John Michaels joins the show to discuss his memories of 'The Decision' & his take on Norman Powell.…

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Hour 2: McDaniel and Dolphins BETTER have success early in regular season 43:13

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In hour two, Mike McDaniel is very much on the hot seat this season. We run through the Miami Dolphins 2025 season schedule and it really changes how Hoch and Crowder feel about this season. After, a special of edition of ‘Talk About It Tuesday’ featuring Josh Appel and his sock predicament.

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Hour 3: Mt Rushmore of Miami Dolphins players since the year 2000 34:08

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In hour three, debating the Mt Rushmore of Miami Dolphins players since the year 2000 but specifically based on vibes and aura. Solana gets fooled by AI for the first time in his life. Plus, Dolphins team futures for 2025… spoiler alert: Vegas is NOT high on this team.

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Hour 4: Hoch is against TSA letting passengers keep their shoes on 20:42

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In hour four, debating whether or not Kevin Bacon has been in enough good movies to be considered a great actor. TSA is phasing out passengers taking off their shoes and Hoch is very upset about it. This leads Crowder into a rant about how much he hates Miami International Airport.

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Talk About It Tuesday: how to handle finding a hole in a sock 18:43

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A special of edition of ‘Talk About It Tuesday’ featuring Josh Appel and his sock predicament.

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Deciding the Mt Rushmore of Dolphins players in the last 25 years 15:51

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Debating the Mt Rushmore of Miami Dolphins players since the year 2000 but specifically based on vibes and aura.

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Excalibur Club: The Truth Behind Chicago's Haunted Landmark | Paranormal Deep Dive 13:04

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On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the enigmatic history of Chicago's Excalibur Club, housed in a Gothic-style building dating back to 1892. We'll explore its origins as the Chicago Historical Society's headquarters, the tragic events of the Great Chicago Fire, and the evolution into a famed nightclub. Delving into reported hauntings, includin…

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The Ghosts of Bodie: Gold Rush Spirits or Haunted Legends? | Paranormal Deep Dive 14:17

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On this episode, Tony Brueski digs into the haunting history of Bodie State Historic Park, a once-thriving Gold Rush town now frozen in time as a ghostly relic. Known for its chilling tales and the infamous 'curse' that follows those who take even the smallest souvenir, Bodie is a hotspot for paranormal curiosity. We’ll explore its turbulent past, …

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First four weeks of Dolphins season will likely decide Mike McDaniel's fate as head coach 17:48

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Latest odds of head coaches to be fired in the NFL have Mike McDaniel on the hot seat entering the season.

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Revisiting 'The Decision' 15 years later - does LeBron regret his announcement? 13:17

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Today is the 15 year anniversary of LeBron James joining ESPN to announce he is taking his talents to South Beach. Looking back at the magnitude of that ESPN special.

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"What's Wrong with Your House?" | Grave Confessions ☠️ 12:54

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After years of searching, a young couple finally found their dream home—just in time for the birth of their first child. But from the moment they moved in, something felt off. Loud knocks in the night, a calendar violently flung from a wall, a fan box shoved from a window, and cabinet doors closing on their own. As if the house itself was watching.…

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The House That Watched Us | Real Ghost Stories Online 📞 EXTRA 11:59

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What happens when a historic home doesn’t want to let go of its past? In this episode, a listener recounts a chilling series of events that occurred after she and her mother moved into a massive Victorian home in Northeast Ohio. From disappearing keys and terrified contractors to the ghostly image of a stern woman in period clothing, the haunting e…

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Parenting The Socially Phobic & Avoidant Adult: Episode 16 - Mom Resolves “Break Your Heart Syndrome” to “Cure” Selective Mutism 15:21

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Think of the last time someone tried to engage your child verbally and there was no response. As a loving parent you want to rescue your child from the stress of this kind of encounter. You probably experienced your own discomfort and anxiety, which typically results in the reflex of rescuing your child (and yourself) by talking or thinking for the…

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Born with a Gift | Real Ghost Stories Online 🦇 EXTRA 14:48

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Some families pass down eye color. Others pass down psychic sensitivity. Logan from Wales grew up surrounded by spirits and clairvoyants, with both parents being gifted mediums. From mysterious pokes in the night and vanishing toys, to seeing shadow figures, having vivid déjà vu dreams, and sensing spirits standing silently in his room, Logan has e…

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The Living and the Long Dead of New Harmony, Part One | Grave Talks CLASSIC 20:47

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This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Tucked along the Wabash River lies New Harmony, Indiana—a quiet town with an extraordinary past. Once the site of not one, but two Utopian societies, this little village was built on the dream of perfection. But even as the dream faded, something remained. In this episode, paranormal investigator and author Jo…

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Ghost Soldiers | Real Ghost Stories Online 19:48

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A wrong turn off the highway and a lonely gravel road led an unsuspecting family straight into the past. Bear Ridge Battlefield appeared deserted—nothing more than a windswept rise in rural Montana—until dusk settled and the hillside erupted with an impossible glow. Spectral soldiers ringed a ghostly campfire: uniforms tattered, eyes fixed, forever…

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The Living and the Long Dead of New Harmony, Part One | Grave Talks CLASSIC 29:03

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This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! Tucked along the Wabash River lies New Harmony, Indiana—a quiet town with an extraordinary past. Once the site of not one, but two Utopian societies, this little village was built on the dream of perfection. But even as the dream faded, something remained. In this episode, paranormal investigator and author Jo…

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Today's Weather in Chicago 07/08/25 Thunderstorm Touchdown Forecast with High Energy Meteorological Excitement 1:47

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Hey there, weather warriors! Dustin Breeze here, bringing you the forecast that's more exciting than a fourth-quarter touchdown! Today in Chicago, we've got a meteorological mix that's gonna keep things spicy! Let's break down this weather playbook. Right now, we're looking at some scattered showers doing their best surprise blitz between seven in …

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Sea Lemon’s Shoegaze Captivates Ben Gibbard, Seattle, and Beyond 31:06

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Natalie Lew, also known as Sea Lemon, released her debut album Diving for a Prize in June 2025 on Luminelle Recordings. Across 12 songs, reverb-heavy guitars wash underneath vocals that allude to made-up stories and unhealthy obsessions. For example, “Stay” draws inspiration from the real-life antics of an elderly security guard at a thrift store w…

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Live Like You Have 2 Years Left with dancer and cancer survivor Angela Trimbur 53:41

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You have two years left to live. What would you do? That's a real question Angela Trimbur had to answer. In 2018, a breast cancer diagnosis forced her to get honest with herself. If Angela had only 2 years to live, what kind of life did she truly wish to live? Angela chose to start over. She sold everything she owned, moved to New York City, and be…

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Between Two Worlds, Part Two | Guest Brittney Ann 30:08

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Brittney Ann is a gifted Clairvoyant Psychic Medium and the heart behind Smell the Roses, a spiritual practice devoted to healing, connection, and transformation. Her abilities first became clear at the age of four, when her parents recognized she possessed a unique gift. Using all five intuitive senses, Brittney Ann connects with spirits to delive…

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Messages From Grandma | Real Ghost Stories Online 26:26

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When Nancy’s grandmother died, she consoled herself by pretending Grandma was simply traveling. Nine years later—after a late-night radio reading with a Cleveland medium—pretending was no longer an option. The medium nailed intimate details no stranger could guess, right down to Nancy’s secret nightly ritual of twin green ice-cream scoops. Then, mo…

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7-7 Susan Slusser weighs in on the return of Casey Schmitt, how the club views Tyler Fitzgerald, & adjustments Justin Verlander is making after a rough 1st half 13:50

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7-7 Susan Slusser weighs in on the return of Casey Schmitt, how the club views Tyler Fitzgerald, & adjustments Justin Verlander is making after a rough 1st half See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco

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7-7 Dirty Work Hour 3: Giants are near full strength with the return of Casey Schmitt; what is YOUR biggest concern with the team? 48:13

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7-7 Dirty Work Hour 3: Giants are near full strength with the return of Casey Schmitt; what is YOUR biggest concern with the team? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco

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7-7 Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee discusses the possibility of the Kings and Warriors as trade partners involving Jonathan Kuminga 10:07

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7-7 Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee discusses the possibility of the Kings and Warriors as trade partners involving Jonathan Kuminga See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco

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7-7 Dirty Work Hour 2: Joey Chestnut reigns supreme & the latest on a potential GS-SAC Kuminga trade 51:08

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7-7 Dirty Work Hour 2: Joey Chestnut reigns supreme & the latest on a potential GS-SAC Kuminga trade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco

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The Snake Skin, the Lady, and the Vanishing Glass | Into the Paranormal 14:37

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In the quiet town of Brakpan, a couple buys a rundown house with a colorful past, only to discover that the house has more stories to tell than they bargained for. From the moment they move in, footsteps echo through the wooden floors, objects disappear without explanation, and light fixtures seem determined to crash to the ground. The occasional s…