Recent Episodes
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The Reel Critic shares thoughts on ‘John Wick: Ballerina’
Jun 6, 2025 – 00:03:09 -
Yukimi embraces the healing nature of sadness on her debut solo album 'For You'
Apr 24, 2025 – 00:11:20 -
'Sinners' is a cautionary tale through music history
Apr 18, 2025 – 00:03:32 -
Chicago’s Dreamer Isioma explores a new universe on cosmic-themed ‘StarX Lover’
Apr 14, 2025 – 00:09:08 -
Formerly-DIY venue Bookclub takes over Elbo Room
Mar 14, 2025 – 00:16:15 -
'Daughters' is a powerful documentary touching on love, loss and redemption
Mar 7, 2025 – 00:03:12 -
How Chicago disco-funk artist Ric Wilson built his iconic and international style
Mar 5, 2025 – 00:04:11 -
An Oscars breakdown with The Reel Critic
Feb 27, 2025 – 00:20:57 -
Melanin, Roots, and Culture returns to celebrate Black History Month at the Music Box Theatre
Feb 25, 2025 – 00:06:00 -
'Captain America: Brave New World' is about "redemption, revenge and renewal"
Feb 25, 2025 – 00:03:00 -
Black Alphabet celebrates Black and queer stories with a mini film fest at Center on Halsted
Feb 20, 2025 – 00:13:28 -
“Texas Hold ‘Em” producer Killah B says his versatility came from Chicago roots
Feb 19, 2025 – 00:19:41 -
Ke Huy Quan stars in Valentine’s-themed action film ‘Love Hurts’
Feb 14, 2025 – 00:03:35 -
Ian Fitchuk is the Chicago-rooted Grammy nominee for Producer of the Year
Jan 30, 2025 – 00:16:33 -
‘One of Them Days’ has “heart, humor and humanity”
Jan 17, 2025 – 00:03:41 -
Chicago rapper Cassius Tae on the art of freestyling and ‘making songs for women’
Jan 16, 2025 – 00:19:58 -
Chicago musician Senite doesn’t let anyone box her into one genre
Jan 16, 2025 – 00:16:07 -
In 'Unstoppable,' wrestler Anthony Robles' journey stands out as a story for the ages
Jan 10, 2025 – 00:02:54 -
Ric Wilson shares disco love with new single and New Year’s Eve party
Dec 17, 2024 – 00:15:37 -
‘Albany Road’ explores resentment, reconciliation and repentance
Dec 13, 2024 – 00:03:40 -
Chicago artist Aksel brings the “tropical vibes” with new music
Dec 9, 2024 – 00:07:52 -
The Reel Critic: ‘The Piano Lesson’ challenges viewers to confront their past and consider their legacy
Dec 6, 2024 – 00:03:07 -
The Reel Critic: ‘Juror #2’ breaks little new ground
Dec 6, 2024 – 00:03:06 -
“Green Light For Change” brings traffic stop data to community forum
Dec 3, 2024 – 00:09:09 -
The O’My’s return to their roots with a Metro show full of Chicago talent
Nov 25, 2024 – 00:09:46 -
Chicago singer m.e.h. on how to cultivate a fearless personal style
Nov 19, 2024 – 00:04:01 -
Holy horror: ‘Heretic’ explores the dark side of devotion
Nov 15, 2024 – 00:03:18 -
Pitchfork Music Festival won't return to Chicago next year
Nov 13, 2024 – 00:10:20 -
John David Washington says his role in ‘The Piano Lesson’ made him a better artist
Nov 8, 2024 – 00:02:49 -
‘Here’ brings audiences on a journey through the past
Nov 5, 2024 – 00:03:49 -
Chicago rapper Roy Kinsey is opening a ‘Rapbrary’ to honor hip-hop’s literary contributions
Oct 30, 2024 – 00:19:10 -
Adam Elliot hopes 'Memoir of a Snail' makes audiences laugh and cry
Oct 25, 2024 – 00:04:27 -
Chicago artist Sparklmami on “fajas,” the art of confessional music and those long-fingered gloves
Oct 24, 2024 – 00:11:54 -
‘The Piano Lesson’ adaptation opens Chicago International Film Festival
Oct 18, 2024 – 00:02:49 -
‘Joker’ sequel “intrigues, but doesn’t quite satisfy”
Oct 10, 2024 – 00:03:44 -
Chicago Fashion Week returns to the runway after more than a decade
Oct 9, 2024 – 00:07:40 -
Fashion in Chicago music: “Getting Dressed” with Chicago singer Manasseh
Oct 3, 2024 – 00:05:32 -
‘Young King’ puts the spotlight on Black life and love
Sep 24, 2024 – 00:04:10 -
Pivot Gang makes Millennium Park headlining debut at Vocalo’s Summer Finale
Sep 20, 2024 – 00:27:40 -
Chicago visual artist Clue channels Little Village in all of his works
Sep 19, 2024 – 00:13:03 -
The underdogs: Three reviews from Toronto International Film Festival
Sep 18, 2024 – 00:04:25 -
Chicago’s Loona Dae returns to the stage to perform debut album live
Sep 13, 2024 – 00:14:30 -
DJ Lady D brings “A Deep-Felt Love” of house music to Millennium Park this month
Sep 11, 2024 – 00:20:05 -
‘1992’ is a "sociological study" on father-son relationships
Aug 30, 2024 – 00:03:16 -
Chicago trumpeter Marquis Hill performs new album at Millennium Park Sept. 20
Aug 28, 2024 – 00:18:49 -
'Blink Twice’ asks: “Is forgetting a gift?”
Aug 26, 2024 – 00:03:13 -
Did Omar Apollo really spend 50K "out of spite"? (Plus acting debut & 'God Said No' tour)
Aug 23, 2024 – 00:24:00 -
Revival celebrates Midwest dance music as a spiritual experience
Aug 16, 2024 – 00:15:40 -
‘Rob Peace’ is a “stirring commentary on the human condition”
Aug 16, 2024 – 00:03:35 -
The Reel Critic: ‘Sing Sing’ champions the human spirit
Aug 9, 2024 – 00:02:42
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