All For The Love of Chicago

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What makes Chicago one of the greatest cities in the world? The people who call it home. All For the Love of Chicago dives into the neighborhoods, creators, and changemakers who make this city what it is. Produced and hosted by Choose Chicago — your official guide to the city. Visit choosechicago.com for more, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. 11H AGO

    The Heartbeat of the Country: Celebrating Black History Month in Chicago

    We’re back with a new episode of All For the Love of Chicago — your twice-monthly guide to the energy, culture, and community that make this city unlike anywhere else. From can’t-miss events to the people shaping Chicago’s story right now, we’re diving into what’s happening across our neighborhoods this February. In our opening segment, “The Deep Dish,” we shake off the Arctic Blast and celebrate a Chicago winter that never slows down. From the delicious highlights of Chicago Restaurant Week and Chicago Theatre Week to the excitement building around WWE’s Elimination Chamber at the United Center, we break down how the city continues to shine even in the coldest months of the year — and how iconic venues are drawing fans from around the globe. In “We’re Lovin’ It,” Kristen and Lisa sit down with Emmy-nominated producer and award-winning educator Ernest Crim III. A South Side native, public historian, and powerful voice for culturally equitable education, Ernest shares what makes Chicago such a meaningful place to celebrate Black History Month. From neighborhood recommendations and cultural institutions to Black-owned businesses and the impact of the forthcoming Obama Presidential Center, he offers a thoughtful and inspiring guide to experiencing Black history not just as something you learn, but something you live. We wrap up with “Let’s ChicaGO,” where Joanie and Fabiola spotlight ways to explore Chicago all February long. They highlight Black-owned businesses to support during Black History Month — including Buddy Guy’s Legends, Justice of the Pies, Lexington Betty Smokehouse, and Vintage Frills along with can’t-miss winter experiences like helicopter tours over the skyline, trapeze classes, floating saunas at Navy Pier, and the Chicago Auto Show. Follow along on Instagram: Choose Chicago: https://www.instagram.com/choosechicago/ All For the Love of Chicago: https://www.instagram.com/allfortheloveofchicago/ Visit choosechicago.com for more and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min

  2. JAN 29

    Lights, Curtain, Chicago Theatre Week (with Steppenwolf’s Glenn Davis)

    We’re back with another episode of All For the Love of Chicago, bringing you stories about the people, places, and moments that make this city such a special place to explore and call home. In our opening segment, “The Deep Dish,” we dive into Chicago Theatre Week (February 5–15), celebrating its 14th year with 70+ productions across iconic downtown stages and neighborhood theatres. From value-priced tickets to world-class performances, we break down how Chicago Theatre Week makes live performing arts more accessible for locals and visitors alike. In the “We’re Lovin’ It” segment, Kristen and Jason Lesniewicz, Senior Director for Cultural Tourism at Choose Chicago, sit down with Glenn Davis, co-Artistic Director of Steppenwolf Theatre Company. Glenn shares why Chicago’s performing arts community means so much to him from the collaborative, risk-taking spirit of the city’s stages to his own journey growing within Chicago theatre. He reflects on being honored as Chicagoan of the Year in Theater by the Chicago Tribune for his leadership and impact on the local scene in 2025, as well as his proud role in helping bring the Chicago-born production Purpose to Broadway, where it won a Tony Award for Best Play, and earning a Tony nomination for Best Featured Actor in a Play.  We wrap up with “Let’s ChicaGO,” where Joanie and Fabiola spotlight some of Chicago’s best FREE things to do. From iconic cultural stops like the Shedd Aquarium, Lincoln Park Zoo, and The Art Institute of Chicago, to neighborhood gems and seasonal experiences like our Chicago Greeter Tour, they share easy ways to explore the city without spending a dime. Follow along on Instagram: Choose Chicago: https://www.instagram.com/choosechicago/ All For the Love of Chicago: https://www.instagram.com/allfortheloveofchicago/ Visit choosechicago.com for more and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

  3. JAN 15

    Deep Dish: Our First Bite at the Podcast

    Welcome to the very first episode of All For the Love of Chicago, a new podcast from Choose Chicago, the city's official destination marketing organization. Hosted by Kristen Reynolds, President and CEO of Choose Chicago, and Lisa Nucci, Chief Marketing Officer, the show dives into the events, organizations, and community voices that make Chicago the greatest city in the world. In our opening segment "The Deep Dish," we kick things off with a look at Chicago’s world class culinary scene and the biggest ever Chicago Restaurant Week, running January 23 through February 8. From Michelin recognized dining to neighborhood favorites across more than 30 communities, we dig into what makes Chicago a global food city. In the "We’re Lovin’ It" segment, we are joined by Chef Jonathon Sawyer, Chef Partner at Kindling Downtown Cookout and Cocktails, who shares his love for Chicago’s restaurant community, his favorite spots to try during Restaurant Week, and what continues to inspire him about cooking in this city. Follow Chef Sawyer: https://www.instagram.com/chefsawyer We wrap up with "Let’s ChicaGO," featuring Joanie and Fabiola from the Choose Chicago team, who share can’t-miss events, theatre, and sports happening around the city in the second half of January to help listeners plan what to see and do next. Follow along on Instagram: Choose Chicago https://www.instagram.com/choosechicago/ All For The Love of Chicago https://www.instagram.com/allfortheloveofchicago/ Visit choosechicago.com for more and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  4. TRAILER

    Introducing: All For The Love of Chicago

    What makes Chicago one of the greatest cities in the world? The people who call it home. All For the Love of Chicago dives into the neighborhoods, creators, and changemakers who make this city what it is. Produced and hosted by Choose Chicago. Be sure to subscribe and listen wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 min

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What makes Chicago one of the greatest cities in the world? The people who call it home. All For the Love of Chicago dives into the neighborhoods, creators, and changemakers who make this city what it is. Produced and hosted by Choose Chicago — your official guide to the city. Visit choosechicago.com for more, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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