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  • Not Live with Christian Mitchell

    Not Live with Christian Mitchell
    Oct 29 2026
    FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with Democratic Nominee for Illinois Lieutenant Governor Christian Mitchell. Christian steps away from standard political talking points to discuss his real friendship with Governor JB Pritzker, stepping into a boxing ring to honor his mother’s breast cancer battle, his time working on Barack Obama's 2012 reelection campaign, and his die-hard love for Chicago food, sneakers, and superhero cinema. Episode Highlights: • Behind closed doors with Governor JB Pritzker and their "Space Nerds" text chain • Stepping into a charity boxing match in pink gloves for his mom, a breast cancer survivor • The unforgettable moment Barack Obama cast a vote for Christian Mitchell • The definitive Chicago pizza debate: Why tavern-style square cut reigns supreme • A test of cinema memory: Quoting iconic lines from The Dark Knight • Rapid-fire takes on Air Jordan culture, washing denim, and hip-hop GOATs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 Min.
  • Not Live with Juliana Stratton

    Not Live with Juliana Stratton
    Oct 22 2026
    FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton. In this personal conversation, Juliana reflects on her Far South Side upbringing, her four daughters and their hilarious family group chat, her love for Beyoncé and Chicago house music, and her transformative experience as a caregiver for her parents.Episode Highlights:• Why Juliana always starts the dance floor and buffet line• Meet her four daughters: the project manager, creative, urban farmer, and triple threat• Lessons from her father's Selma to Montgomery march and his 1965 essay• The truth about Governor JB Pritzker's storytelling and sense of humor• Rapid-fire questions on pineapple pizza, curling in the Olympics, and her go-to Chicago spots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 Min.
  • Not Live with Mariyana Spyropoulos

    Not Live with Mariyana Spyropoulos
    Oct 15 2026
    FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with Mariyana Spyropoulos, Clerk of the Cook County Circuit Court. In this personal conversation, Mariyana shares her journey from growing up as an immigrant child on Chicago's South Side to practicing law, leading environmental initiatives, and transforming Cook County's court system. Episode Highlights: • Growing up first-generation Greek American and comparing her childhood to 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding' • Lessons learned from her late father and the comfort of making homemade Pastitsio • Transitions from MWRD Commissioner to managing one of the largest court systems in the world • Stories from working in London's financial district and evaluating Czech crystal • Rapid-fire choices on phone screen time, bread makers, and favorite flowers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    29 Min.
  • Not Live with Marc Malnati

    Not Live with Marc Malnati
    Oct 8 2026
    FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with Lou Malnati's owner Marc Malnati. In this candid and personal conversation, Marc reflects on life growing up with his larger-than-life father Lou, opening day madness at the original restaurant, overcoming loss and grief, and how mental health awareness transformed his company culture. Plus, he shares an incredible golf redemption story involving Cubs Game 7 and Augusta National, puts his palate to the test in a blind deep-dish taste test, and reveals the secret behind Chicago's favorite pizza.Episode Highlights: Why eating deep dish with your hands makes you a "heathen" Opening day drama: The Cadillac that crashed through the dining room wall How the Taste of Chicago saved Lou Malnati's from bankruptcy Grief, therapy, and building a 50-year workplace family culture Missing World Series Game 7 for an unthinkable Augusta National invitation Blind Deep Dish Challenge: Can Marc spot Lou Malnati's vs. Giordano's and Pizzeria Uno? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 Min.
  • Not Live with Collin Corbett

    Not Live with Collin Corbett
    Oct 1 2026
    FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with independent candidate for Illinois Governor Collin Corbett. In this personal and funny conversation, Collin opens up about running for office while expecting baby #2, his family's IVF journey, his epic global adventures, and why he takes his grilling and Lego collection very seriously.Episode Highlights: How Collin and his wife named their son Theodore Rex ("T-Rex")Secrets from getting married at Arlington Park racetrack & his dad's jockey pastAdventures abroad: Walking with lions, playing soccer with elephants, and shark divingWhy he uses an overflowing trash can as a secret job interview testRapid-fire questions on White Sox baseball, Great White Sharks vs. toddler meltdowns, and smooth peanut butter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 3 Min.
  • Not Live with Aaron Del Mar

    Not Live with Aaron Del Mar
    Sep 24 2026
    FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with GOP Candidate for Illinois Lieutenant Governor Aaron Del Mar. In this candid conversation, Aaron shares his journey from growing up in Chicagoland with immigrant roots to competing in Judo at the Olympic Training Center, suffering 80 stitches in cage fights, and building several businesses from the ground up.Episode Highlights: How a 5K fundraiser launched a national event management company The 15-year tradition behind his Mr. Incredible Halloween costume What job Aaron would give Darren Bailey in his warehouse Lessons from Big Ten wrestling, breaking his spine in Dallas, and MMA fighting Rapid-fire choices on Snoop Dogg concerts, Ravinia, and his dream Chicago squad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 Min.
  • Not Live with Rick Bayless

    Not Live with Rick Bayless
    Sep 17 2026
    FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with legendary chef, restaurateur, and author Rick Bayless. In this candid conversation, Rick reflects on his 40-year journey with Frontera Grill, the secrets to elevating basic home cooking, maintaining a Michelin star for 14 years, and overcoming personal hardship through perseverance. Plus, he shares his family's holiday traditions in Oaxaca, his passion for yoga, and guides us through a rapid-fire round of where to eat based on your mood.Episode Highlights: The essential home cooking rules: High heat, proper salting, and avoiding pre-shredded cheese How 5 years living in Mexico transformed the American understanding of regional Mexican cuisine Supporting local agriculture and empowering Chicago's West Side youth through culinary training What it really takes to hold onto a Michelin Star for over a decade Rapid-fire restaurant guide: Where to go for a first date, a bad breakup, or to feel fancy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 Std. und 11 Min.
  • Not Live with United States Representative Brad Schneider

    Not Live with United States Representative Brad Schneider
    Sep 10 2026
    FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with Illinois 10th District U.S. Representative Brad Schneider. In this personal conversation, Brad reflects on his early career as a camp counselor, meeting his wife Julie, navigating his 65th birthday, and his deep connection to the Highland Park community. He also shares insights into bipartisan lunchrooms in D.C., his rescued puppy-mill lab Jojo, and sells Lauren on everything from flip phones to middle airplane seats.Episode Highlights:Lessons from camp counseling, food fights, and RA duties at NorthwesternReflections on the 2022 Highland Park July 4th tragedy & community strengthThe story behind rescuing Jojo the Lab and the door-opening LabradoodleSales Challenge: Pitching flip phones, middle seats, Chicago winters, and CongressCongressional Superlatives: Trivia champions, the Dad Joke Caucus, and Ravinia concerts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    48 Min.