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City Cast Chicago

Jacoby Cochran

Booking Overview

A daily local-news interview show focused on Chicago civic affairs, neighborhoods, and arts and culture, it typically features local reporters, activists, artists, and other news and culture makers with direct knowledge of the city. PR agencies could credibly pitch Chicago-relevant journalists, civic experts, nonprofit leaders, artists, and policy voices with timely local expertise; booking difficulty is likely low because the show prioritizes accessible local subject-matter experts over national celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 1410

Frequency: Daily

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

chicago@citycast.fm

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Host

Jacoby Cochran - Chicago journalist and podcast host covering the city’s news, neighborhoods, civic issues, and culture.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Chicago-based journalists, civic experts, activists, nonprofit leaders, artists, and other practitioners with direct expertise on timely local news, public issues, neighborhoods, or culture.
Required Achievements:  
Professional reporting or subject-matter expertise in Chicago issues, Leadership or direct involvement in local civic, cultural, or community initiatives, Recognized work in Chicago’s arts, journalism, nonprofit, or public-interest sectors

Recent Guest Discussions

Mike Davis - Chicago’s Fall Theater Season And Notable Storefront Productions

Elvia Malagon - Chicago Food Insecurity, Grocery Store Closures, Rising Food Prices, And Reductions In SNAP Benefits

Recent Topics

News, Local News, Chicago, Civic Issues, Arts And Culture

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
City Cast Chicago
:

Why Is Chicago Losing Maternity Wards? Plus, Guide to Judicial Elections

October 13, 2026

Safety net hospitals in the Chicagoland area are in crisis. We have covered multiple closures, including West Suburban in Oak Park and Weiss Memorial in Uptown. Others have had to make hard decisions on which units to keep funding. Roseland Community Hospital announced that it will close its maternity unit by the end of the month. Leigh Giangreco is here with the latest updates. Plus, Dan Hinkel joins to discuss Injustice Watch’s Cook County judicial elections voter guide. Want some more Cit...

OIG Reopens Dominguez Investigation. Plus, Michigan Ave Getting Bus Lane

October 09, 2026

Chicago Public Schools’ inspector general is reopening an investigation into school board presidential candidate Hilario Dominguez. He is facing allegations of inappropriate behavior while working with a minor at a Pilsen nonprofit. Fox Chicago reporter Brandon Pope and Axios Chicago’s Carrie Shepherd are here with the latest. Plus, Block 37 sold for $30 million, a bus lane coming to Michigan Avenue in the Loop, and who would you pick to throw out a playoff first pitch? Good News: Poet Laure...

Will Supreme Court End Assault Weapons Ban? Plus, Chicago Named Best Big City… AGAIN

October 08, 2026

The Supreme Court is officially back for the fall term, and it has its hands full. The ACLU possibly has its busiest term ever, with plenty of civil liberties cases on the docket. The Supreme Court will decide the fate of Cook County’s 30-year ban on assault weapons. Plus, what happens when a neighborhood festival goes viral? Get ready for “Best Big City Day.” Good News: Latina Expo Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @...

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Frequently asked questions

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City Cast Chicago
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How do I get in touch with City Cast Chicago?

City Cast Chicago is hosted by Jacoby Cochran. Its publicly listed email is chicago@citycast.fm. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for City Cast Chicago?

The publicly listed email for City Cast Chicago: chicago@citycast.fm.

How many listeners does City Cast Chicago have?

Podseeker estimates City Cast Chicago reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for City Cast Chicago?

City Cast Chicago typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Chicago-based journalists, civic experts, activists, nonprofit leaders, artists, and other practitioners with direct expertise on timely local news, public issues, neighborhoods, or culture. Common among recent guests: Professional reporting or subject-matter expertise in Chicago issues; Leadership or direct involvement in local civic, cultural, or community initiatives; Recognized work in Chicago’s arts, journalism, nonprofit, or public-interest sectors. Recent guests include Mike Davis and Elvia Malagon.

How hard is it to get booked on City Cast Chicago?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does City Cast Chicago cover?

Recent episodes cover News, Local News, Chicago, Civic Issues, and Arts And Culture. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

chicago@citycast.fm

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