The Fran Spielman Show
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<p>Join veteran City Hall reporter Fran Spielman as she interviews Chicago’s biggest movers and shakers. Each week, Fran sits down with a local leader, politician or policymaker to get the inside scoop on the latest news in Chicago.</p>
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Recent Episodes
June 24, 2026
Matthew Brewer
Fran Spielman interviews attorney Matthew Brewer, former interim CHA CEO, as he launches his mayoral bid, critiquing Brandon Johnson's leadership and community engagement.
June 18, 2026
Dr. Lisa Nee
Host Fran Spielman interviews Dr. Lisa Nee, a cardiologist and MBA, about her mayoral bid and experiences whistleblowing, facing retaliation, and overcoming breast cancer.
June 11, 2026
Susana Mendoza
Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza discusses her mayoral bid with host Fran Spielman, detailing her critiques of Mayor Johnson's administration and outlining her fiscal recovery plan for Chicago.
328 total episodes available with 5 transcripts
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- What is The Fran Spielman Show?
<p>Join veteran City Hall reporter Fran Spielman as she interviews Chicago’s biggest movers and shakers. Each week, Fran sits down with a local leader, politician or policymaker to get the inside scoop on the latest news in Chicago.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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