The Takeaway with Alex
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 39
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: USA
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
gabi.rodriguez@nbcuni.com
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Host
Alex Maragos - NBC Chicago journalist and reporter who covers major Chicago and national stories, including Olympic assignments.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Brian Schaneberg - The U.s. Cyclospora Outbreak, Food-safety Investigations, Possible Contamination Sources, FDA Tracking, And Safer Food Practices.
JB Pritzker - National And Illinois Politics, President Donald Trump, Democratic Socialists, Inflation, Israel, The 2028 Democratic National Convention, The Chicago Bears Stadium Search, And Artificial Intelligence.
Mike McGovern - Olympic Coverage, Storytelling Behind Major Sporting Events, Assignment Planning, Collaboration, And Handling Unpredictable News.
Adam Amin - The Bulls’ 2025-26 Season, The Team’s Young Core, Game Preparation, Travel, Broadcasting Across Multiple Sports, And His Work As A Professional Dj.
Kevin Jeanes - The History And Controversy Of Daylight Saving Time And Its Effects On Sleep, Schedules, Traffic Safety, Energy Use, And Weather.
Episodes
Lou Canellis talks Bears predictions, playoff chances, defense concerns and Chicago sports hype
September 10, 2026
The Chicago Bears start the 2026 season with a rare dose of hope and hype. Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams aim to take the offense to new heights, and carry the team to back-to-back playoff appearances for the first time 20 years. In this episode of The Takeaway with Alex, NBC Chicago’s Lou Canellis sets the stage for this season. He shares his excitement and worry about this year’s roster, compares this year’s expectations with Bears teams of the past, and says if the Bears keep winning – the...
Is 'Spider-man: Brand New Day' the BEST Marvel movie yet? End credits, hero fatigue & MORE | S2:E3
August 06, 2026
'Spider-man: Brand New Day' is smashing Marvel Cinematic Universe box office records. The “Superhero fatigue” Hollywood had felt seems to fade away thanks to a mix of deep characters, strong storyline, and building excitement for the next Marvel film. On this episode of The Takeaway with Alex; NBC Chicago’s Alex Maragos welcomes Entertainment & Culture Contributor Richard Roeper, who hosts Roeper’s Take on NBC Chicago and The Movie of Your Life podcast. Roeper explains why Brand New Day excel...
Is lettuce safe yet? Everything to know about outbreak of 'diarrhea parasite' cyclospora
July 23, 2026
This summer’s Cyclosporiasis outbreak is the largest in U.S. history, with thousands getting sick from the intestinal parasite. Millions of Americans have heard about the symptoms -- like “explosive diarrhea” -- and are second guessing what to eat. Taylor Farms de Mexico has voluntarily recalled all iceberg lettuce from Central Mexico, but as of July 19th the FDA had zero positive sample results for the intestinal parasite. On this episode of The Takeaway with Alex, food safety expert Brian S...
Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with The Takeaway with Alex?
The Takeaway with Alex is hosted by Alex Maragos. Its publicly listed email is gabi.rodriguez@nbcuni.com. 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 The Takeaway with Alex?
The publicly listed email for The Takeaway with Alex: gabi.rodriguez@nbcuni.com.
How many listeners does The Takeaway with Alex have?
Podseeker estimates The Takeaway with Alex reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for The Takeaway with Alex?
The Takeaway with Alex typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Recognized public officials, authoritative subject-matter experts, experienced journalists, and prominent sports or broadcast professionals with direct knowledge of a timely Chicago, regional, national, or public-interest story. Common among recent guests: Senior government leadership; Leadership of major research or public-health institutions; Coverage of major national or international events. Recent guests include Brian Schaneberg, JB Pritzker, and Mike McGovern.
How hard is it to get booked on The Takeaway with Alex?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does The Takeaway with Alex cover?
Recent episodes cover Local News, Politics, Sports, Journalism, and Public Affairs. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
gabi.rodriguez@nbcuni.com
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