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WBEZ @wbez.org · 30/09/2026

On 10/18, join us in celebrating the 50th anniversary of “The Selfish Gene.” Dawkins and Chicago Booth's Nicholas Epley will explore the world-famous ideas that established his name at 35 and changed the life sciences forever. Tickets at: mrf.lu/20xN9

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 30/09/2026

On 10/14, Michael Lewis goes inside DOGE in “Blockers: Rebels in the Deep State.” Hear how seven public servants stood their ground when their jobs were and what such reform could dictate the future. Get Tickets: mrf.lu/205MC

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 25/09/2026

The Moth Mainstage season tour is reaching new heights on 12/5 at The Auditorium! Join us and The Moth for TIGHTROPE, an evening of true stories about what happens when there's no clear path—only the courage to keep moving forward. Tickets at: mrf.lu/2mHqT

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 25/09/2026

On 10/17, we’re giving Nosferatu a second life with a live original score by Chicago local Circuit Des Yeux, feat. Alan Sparhawk. This one-night-only performance serves as the perfect sonic counterpart to Count Orlok’s shadow. Tickets: mrf.lu/2mfy7

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 18/09/2026

Join us on 12/5 for The Moth: TIGHTROPE, an evening of extraordinary true stories about what happens when there’s no clear path—only the courage to keep moving forward. Tickets: mrf.lu/2hCbT

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 11/09/2026

On 10/14, Michael Lewis, author of “Moneyball,” goes inside DOGE in “Blockers: Rebels in the Deep State.” Hear how seven public servants stood their ground when their jobs were deemed unnecessary and what such reforms could mean for the future. Tickets: mrf.lu/23N8y

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 03/09/2026

On 10/14, Michael Lewis dives into his new book, “Blockers: Rebels in the Deep State.” He’ll share his reporting on DOGE and spotlight the public servants who kept the government running and refused to get out of the way. Tickets: mrf.lu/2L6MZ

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 27/08/2026

Join us on 10/18 for an evening of evolutionary exploration with legendary scientist Richard Dawkins! He’ll explore the world-famous ideas that established his name – and changed the life sciences forever. Learn more at: mrf.lu/2Qj0W

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 27/08/2026

Come find us this Saturday at Thalia Hall Free for all! Don’t miss your chance to play Lotería with Vocalo’s Nudia Hernandez, and make sure to swing by the WBEZ booth for your chance to win prizes. RSVP at: mrf.lu/2QD8G

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 13/08/2026

We're back at the Evanston Folk Festival with Tent Talks on 9/12 & 9/13! The Segment features reporters from the newsroom, alongside festival artists, as they explore the history of folk music and the art of storytelling. Photos Courtesy of Josh Druding Tix at mrf.lu/2kqVH

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 12/08/2026

Join us for a fully loaded summer edition of the Thalia Hall Free For All! This year's lineup brings Trish Toledo, Six Foot Blonde and many more. RSVP: mrf.lu/2xK-h

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 11/08/2026

Music with a mission: the 5th Annual Food Aid Festival is back, benefiting hunger relief on Chicago's West Side. 🎤 Fri 8/21: Joe Pug 🎤 Sat 8/22: Food Aid Block Party & Shemekia Copeland Tickets & info: mrf.lu/2xFbK

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 11/08/2026

THIS FRIDAY: Mike Reed's Common Good Dance Band takes the stage at Navy Pier for a FREE evening of jazz tunes! Grab your blankets and lawn chairs - you won't want to miss it. RSVP recommended but not required: mrf.lu/2xXdy

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 10/08/2026

Join us on 10/10 as we host New York Times best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell for an exclusive discussion on his new book, "The American Way of Killing," in conversation with Valerie Jarrett of the Obama Foundation. Tickets: mrf.lu/2xhZQ

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 10/08/2026

Join us on October 14 as Michael Lewis discusses his new book at The Rubloff Auditorium! Lewis will discuss his reporting process and what happens when the people who kept the government running are pushed out for refusing to get out of the way. Tickets: mrf.lu/2xzDn

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 10/08/2026

Taylor Tomlinson takes the stage with us at the Athenaeum Center on 9/24 for a night of unfiltered opinions from her new book — love, religion, late-night TV, ghosts, and more. Tickets are going fast: mrf.lu/2x3yV

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 07/08/2026

We are less than a month away from the 5th annual Food Aid Festival at Robert's Westside, bringing incredible music together for a crucial cause. Joe Pug headlines Day 1 and Shemekia Copeland headlines Day 2. Get Tickets now at foodaidfestival.com

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 04/08/2026

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 04/08/2026

Join us next week at Navy Pier on 8/14 for an incredible night of soul-jazz featuring Mike Reed’s Common Good Dance Band. Exclusive posters (pictured here) by Ryan Duggan are available on-site! RSVP: mrf.lu/2Zr_6

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 27/07/2026

Experience a FREE evening of soul-jazz with Mike Reed's Common Good Dance Band and an opening performance by Katie Ernst (Iron & Wine) + a set by DJ Joe Bryl on 8/14 at Navy Pier! Plus, snag limited-edition posters by Chicago illustrator Ryan Duggan. RSVP now: mrf.lu/2cmQ5

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 24/07/2026

Don’t miss Taylor Tomlinson live in conversation on 9/24 at the Athenaeum Center! She’s opening up about late-night TV, relationships, religion, being an eldest daughter, ghosts & more. Tickets are moving fast — grab yours now: mrf.lu/2tHZM

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 24/07/2026

Join us and How To Academy on Oct 10 for an unmissable conversation with NYT best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell on his new book "The American Way of Killing" Secure your spot: mrf.lu/2tvZd

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 17/07/2026

Feed the soul, fight hunger. The 5th Food Aid Festival returns to Robert’s Westside on Aug 21 & 22! Joe Pug & Shemekia Copeland + a Day 2 afternoon Block Party. Every ticket helps fund local initiatives tackling food insecurity: foodaidfestival.com

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 16/07/2026

FREE jazz on the lake? Yes, please. Catch Mike Reed's Common Good Dance Band on August 14th at Navy Pier's Lake Stage (Polk Bros Park)! 🌊 Featuring a solo opener by Katie Ernst (Iron & Wine) & a DJ set by Joe Bryl. First-come, first-served—arrive early! RSVP: mrf.lu/2GrmF

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 13/07/2026

What do you want chicago.com to be? What conversations aren’t happening today that should be? What tools do you need to help explore the city? What would help you feel more connected to your neighbors? Go to chicago.com to build with us.

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 10/07/2026

Join us for Mike Reed's Common Good Dance Band on August 14th at Navy Pier's Lake Stage in Polk Bros Park! Expect deep jazz cuts, an opening solo by Katie Ernst (Iorn & Wine) & a DJ set by Joe Bryl Entry is first-come, first-served, so arrive early! RSVP here: mrf.lu/2NBVy

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 10/07/2026

The Food Aid Festival is back at Robert's Westside Aug 21-22! 🎸 Day 1: Headliner Joe Pug Day 2: Headliner Shemekia Copeland + the Food Aid Block Party (12-6:30 PM)! Enjoy great music, fight food insecurity, and grab a limited-edition Ryan Duggan poster. 🎟️ Tickets: foodaidfestival.com

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 10/07/2026

Get ready for a tour inside Taylor Tomlinson’s brain. Join her live in conversation at the Athenaeum Center on Sept 24th! She’s diving into everything from late-night TV and eldest daughter syndrome to relationships, religion, and even ghosts. 🎟️ Tickets: mrf.lu/2NYB7

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 08/07/2026

Introducing chicago.com! We're building a shared space for conversation, connection and community to help you navigate the city alongside your neighbors.

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 26/06/2026

The Tiny Desk Contest on the Road Concert is this Sunday at Thalia Hall! We've teamed up with NPR for a concert featuring the winner, Cure for Paranoia, plus local acts! Tickets are almost gone, grab yours now: mrf.lu/KTkH

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 26/06/2026

Join WBEZ & Robert’s Westside for Food Aid Festival on 8/21 & 8/22, fighting food insecurity in Chicago’s Westside and neighboring suburbs. Support the mission to prevent hunger. View the lineup and get tickets at: mrf.lu/KGJ8

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 26/06/2026

RSVPs are now open for Vocalo’s FREE Summer Meltdown Concert, featuring Adamn Killa and Taylor Bennett! on 7/11 at Bottom Lounge. We'll have Exclusive merch, surprise guests + pre-show meet & greet for the first 50 in line! RSVP: mrf.lu/KGvz

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 18/06/2026

Vocalo’s FREE Summer Meltdown Concert is taking over Bottom Lounge on 7/11! Come catch live sets from Adamn Killa and Taylor Bennett as we celebrate Vocalo Radio. You don’t want to miss this. The first 50 in line will win a free Meet and Greet! RSVP Opens 6/25: mrf.lu/WWm4

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 18/06/2026

The 5th Annual Food Aid Festival returns! Join us for a 2-day music fest fighting food insecurity in Chicago’s Westside & suburbs. Day 1: Joe Pug Day 2: The Food Aid Block Party + Shemekia Copeland! Help us prevent hunger:https://mrf.lu/W9lj

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 18/06/2026

The Tiny Desk Contest Tour is headed to Chicago on 6/28! Join WBEZ to catch the 2026 winner, Cure for Paranoia, plus Illinois locals Tromblau & Friends and Lamis. Be there to discover your next favorite artist. 🎟️ Tix selling fast: mrf.lu/W96R

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 10/06/2026

The 5th Annual Food Aid Festival is back! Join WBEZ & Robert’s Westside for a 2-day music fest fighting food insecurity in Chicago’s Westside. Day 1: Joe Pug Day 2: The Foodaid Block Party + Shemekia Copeland at night! Support the mission to prevent hunger. Info & tickets: mrf.lu/y_fH

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 10/06/2026

Join us on 7/11 at Bottom Lounge for Vocalo’s FREE Summer Meltdown Concert, featuring Adamn Killa and Taylor Bennett!. We'll have Exclusive merch, surprise guests + pre-show meet & greet for the first 50 in line! RSVPs open 6/25 @ 12 PM. Learn more: mrf.lu/y_R9

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 10/06/2026

The Tiny Desk Contest is back on the road! Join @NPR and @WBEZ at Thalia Hall on June 28 for an incredible night of live music. 🎶 See 2026 winner Cure for Paranoia plus Illinois locals Tromblau & Friends and Lamis. Discover your next favorite artist! 🎟️ Tickets:https://mrf.lu/yVHp

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 22/05/2026

Don’t miss Senator Chris Murphy live next week on 5/28 at the Studebaker Theater! He’ll discuss his new book, "Crisis of the Common Good", with Zeenat Rahman, and the forces shaping modern American life—connection, community, and civic trust. 🎟️ Get tickets: mrf.lu/-MGL

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 19/05/2026

Tiny Desk Contest On The Road is coming to Chicago on June 28. Hear the 2026 winner, Cure for Paranoia + rising Illinois artists live at Thalia Hall, handpicked from thousands of entries. Limited tickets left: mrf.lu/7JL2

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 12/05/2026

Join us at the Studebaker Theater on May 28 as Senator Chris Murphy sits down with Zeenat Rahman to discuss his new book, Crisis of the Common Good, and how we can move toward civic healing. Tickets & Info: mrf.lu/YqY2

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 05/05/2026

On 5/28 Senator Chris Murphy joins us to unpacks his new book, Crisis of the Common Good. The Senator will discuss his framework with Zeenat Rahman, Executive Director of University of Chicago's Institute of Politics. Use Code WBEZ for 20% off tickets at: mrf.lu/Vg1h

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 05/05/2026

Join us TOMORROW May 6, for an evening with award-winning journalist & author Scott Simon! His book Ulysses S. Cat celebrates the pets who shape our lives—with humor, heart & love. 🐱🐕 Grab Tickets: mrf.lu/V60Z

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 28/04/2026

On 5/28, we're hosting Senator Chris Murphy to discuss his new book, Crisis of the Common Good. Drawing on history and philosophy, he’ll explore the impacts of globalization and technology while introducing a unifying framework for America's future. 🎟️ Tickets: mrf.lu/pWCR

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 28/04/2026

Calling all animal lovers! Join WBEZ & Michele Steele on 5/6 for an evening with NPR's Scott Simon. We're celebrating his new book, Ulysses S. Cat and Other Animals I Have Known—a tender look at how pets expand our capacity for love, humor, and connection. 🎟️: mrf.lu/p94V

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 21/04/2026

Tiny Desk Contest On The Road is coming to Chicago on June 28. See the 2026 winner + rising Illinois artists live at Thalia Hall, handpicked from thousands of entries. Be the first to catch the next big thing. 🎟️ Get tickets: mrf.lu/XZkK

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 21/04/2026

Don’t miss Senator Chris Murphy live on 5/28 at the Studebaker Theater! He’ll discuss his new book, Crisis of the Common Good, and the forces shaping modern American life— connection, community, and civic trust. Secure your seat now. 🎟️ Get tickets: mrf.lu/X54m

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 21/04/2026

Spend the evening with NPR’s Scott Simon on May 6! His new book Ulysses S. Cat celebrates the pets who bring us joy. Hear stories of love, laughter, and loyalty, with Michele Steele moderating the conversation. 🎟️ Get tickets: mrf.lu/XcKY

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 20/04/2026

We're proud to announce the launch of the Prisoncast! podcast feed! 🎧 Prisoncast! is an audio and journalism project organized by WBEZ and Illinois Public Radio stations to serve people inside Illinois prisons and their loved ones outside. Learn more: www.wbez.org/pressroom/20...

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WBEZ @wbez.org · 14/04/2026

WBEZ and NPR are hitting the road for the 2026 Tiny Desk Contest tour—landing right here in Chicago! See the winning artist and some of Illinois’ standout new talent live. Thousands entered, but only a few rose to the top. Don’t miss the future of music! Tickets at: mrf.lu/vLq1

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