Podcast appearances and mentions of Amy Guth

How people buy cosmetics is changing. Crain's retail reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about how Chicago-based Ulta is trying to keep up.Plus: Northwestern to keep bankrolling research despite $790 million federal funding freeze, Lincoln Yards lender "as patient as we need to be" on stalled megaproject, FDA's baby formula research in Illinois gutted after RFK Jr. safety pledge and the tariff-fueled market retreat cost Chicago's pensions $1 billion.

Chicago's largest law firm has no formal agreement backing the deal it reached with the Trump administration. Crain's reporter Mark Weinraub and host Amy Guth discuss why the deals with Big Law are nowhere to be found.Plus: Durbin pushes to save DOJ's Chicago antitrust office from chopping block, Chicago names a City Hall vet as acting aviation commissioner, Raoul joins state AGs urging Congress to break up pharmaceutical middlemen and new stores slated for shuttered Dom's in Old Town, Whole Foods in River North.

O'Hare International Airport ranked among the busiest U.S. airports last year, despite still lagging pre-pandemic traffic levels. Crain's reporter Pawan Naidu discusses the data with host Amy Guth.Plus: Ariel execs departing with buyouts as firm resets amid market upheavals, Chicago brokerage R.J. O'Brien acquired for $900 million, New York investor pays $170 million for Fulton Market apartments and University of Chicago gets $100 million gift for business school.

Low space demand is no problem for Chicago-area warehouse owners. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Denny Ecker and host Amy Guth discuss why.Plus: ADM quits China domestic crop trading, adding to global job cuts; Scott Kirby gets a big pay bump at United Airlines; CME sells OSTTRA, its joint venture with S&P Global, to KKR in $3.1 billion deal; DOJ bans staffers from ABA activities; and a look at Crain's list of the Chicago area's 100 largest privately held companies.

The head of Chase Business Banking says U.S. economic strength is outweighing President Donald Trump's tariffs, at least for now. Crain's finance reporter Mark Weinraub discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Pritzker called to testify on Illinois' immigrant policy in D.C.; empty former Aon campus sold at 96% discount; Goolsbee says tariffs present a stagflationary shock for the Fed; Outcome Health founders, free on bail, appeal fraud convictions; and DoorDash partners with Coco for food delivery robots.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about top stories including the potential impact of tariffs on the Chicago housing market. Plus: Who's up and who's down as the city's aviation team reshuffles O'Hare gates, Bally's parent makes a play to bail out Australian casino operator, Sterigenics finalizes $30.9 million settlement in Willowbrook emissions cases and the Trump administration freezes $790 million in federal funds for Northwestern.

With Sterling Bay surrendering a section of Lincoln Yards, what will happen next? Crain's commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker discusses the latest on the megaproject with host Amy Guth.Plus: Why Johnson's industrial zoning plans are giving the business community heartburn, Walgreens tops profit estimates as it heads toward private ownership, Capital One-Discover deal waved ahead by antitrust officials and former Northwestern football players settle with university over hazing lawsuits.

Giordano's new CEO is eyeing an expansion and a digital overhaul. Crain's reporter Brandon Dupre talks with host Amy Guth about the pizza chief's company vision and about Michelin-starred Moody Tongue's new tasting menu.Plus: United Airlines makes a play for O'Hare's road warriors, Microsoft pulls back on data centers from Chicago to Jakarta, Illinoisans on Forbes' latest billionaires list and new Choose Chicago CEO embraces "challenge" of marketing the city.

Nick welcomes journalist, podcaster, and filmmaker Amy Guth to talk about her latest behind-the-scenes movie work, her illuminating trip to Berlin for a major film festival, what it's like to cover the news under the current administration, and why she's excited to start working on a creepy new TV series in Canada. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to chat about the very subtle—but real—differences between Jason Statham and Jean-Claude Van Damme movies, the hypnotic appeal of Buc-ee's roadside stores, the many bizarre versions of “The Macarena,” and why it's impossible to move a couch without referencing Friends. [Ep 338]

Despite the first quarter often being the slowest time for Chicago's dining scene, Crain's reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about seven Chicago restaurants that have opened since January.Plus: Market value down billions for Chicago's largest public companies after Trump administration tariff announcement; workers say unsanitary practices persist at Abbott formula factory whose shutdown led to mass shortages; Foxtrot's rebirth has the backing of a Pritzker; and The Art Institute returned a sculpture to Nepal but obscured its connection to a wealthy donor.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about the local housing market, including a report that shows how home prices here have changed in 25 years.Plus: Report finds Illinois home insurance premiums jump 50% in three years; Fitch downgrades Bally's, citing 'execution risk' at Chicago casino; Rahm Emanuel returns to investment banking; and Linden Capital closes new health care fund with $400 million.

Crain's politics reporter Justin Laurence talks with host Amy Guth about details of the tentative contract agreement between Chicago Public School and the Chicago Teachers Union.Plus: Discover ups CEO's pay as it looks to close Capital One deal, Lakeview property up for sale as senior housing to rentals conversion, SEC drops crypto trading case against Don Wilson's firm and Northwestern details progress in combating antisemitism on campus.

Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about how lunch business is faring for downtown restaurants.Plus: Sterling Bay surrendering part of Lincoln Yards to lender, United's first Starlink-equipped plane will take flight in May, Downers Grove landlord inks new lease and fights to save part of complex from distress and a 'significant' donation will fund upgrade for Lurie Children's ER data science.

Jenner & Block sued the Trump administration over an executive order that would hinder a key piece of its practice. Crain's contributing reporter Steven Strahler discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Pritzker leads trade mission to Mexico, Rivian spins out startup focused on "micromobility" EVs, developers kick off work at Loop office-to-apartments conversion and Illinois EV sales surged, fueled by incentives.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about local housing news including a Gold Coast long-vacant 'phantom building' sold to condo developer and Chicago home price growth more than doubled the national rate in February. Plus: Jenner & Block latest law firm to be targeted by Trump; Boeing reportedly seeks to withdraw 737 Max guilty plea deal; Walgreens settles long-running kickback lawsuit for $5M; and United hikes airport lounge fees in bid to curb overcrowding.

Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about the latest news from the local health scene, including innovations from a Northwestern wearable sensor tech spinout.Plus: Stellantis offers buyouts, retirement incentives to workers in Illinois, Michigan and Ohio; Evanston hedge fund Magnetar has a huge stake in one of Wall Street's most anticipated IPOs;  a big downtown office tenant that isn't cutting back on space; and Crain's newest list ranks Chicago's largest wealth management firms.

Bargain-hunting investors could reshape the future of the heart of the city. Crain's commercial real estate reporter Danny Ecker discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Chicago transit "doomsday scenario" comes into focus as region faces up to $2.6 billion in economic losses, Fed's Goolsbee sees transitory inflation from one-time tariffs, Trump Organization sued over alleged malfeasance at Chicago tower and Abbott gets green light for clinical trials of new heart treatment system.

Chicago's boutique retail corridors are thriving. Crain's retail reporter Ally Marotti and host Amy Guth discuss what's fueling them.Plus: Developer pitches 26-story hotel near Obama Presidential Center, Illinois sues EPA and Citibank for release of $20 billion for clean energy projects, Centrust Bank parent acquired by SmartBiz in $31.5 million deal and insurers are fleeing California but a Chicago upstart is running toward the market.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including the NAR taking a hit in a new survey, a West Garfield Park builder's vision for an ecosystem of improvement vision and more.Plus: Where consumers spent money as Chicago-area retail sales rose almost 5% last year, Blackstone facing $346 million foreclosure at River North office building, Gold Coast's distressed Ambassador Chicago hotel finds a rescuer and remote software firm Nerdio gets $1.2 billion valuation in $500 million equity round.

Crain's restaurants and retail reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about the return of one of Chicago's most famed restaurants and the latest sweet having a moment in the local food scene.Plus: NASCAR loses another major sponsor of its Chicago Street Race, Walgreens chair reportedly doubling down his stake in Sycamore deal, Salesforce Tower Chicago developers refinancing with massive loan and LaSalle Network names its next CEO.

Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about the latest news from Chicago's health scene, including 13 hospitals around northern Illinois earning high marks in the latest list of patient safety rankings.Plus: Chan Zuckerberg, Portal, P33 add space at Fulton Labs; Cindy Pritzker, family matriarch who put her own stamp on the city, dies at 101; private security firm laying off 300 local workers; and Chicago wants city contractors to share in budget pain.

At a recent Crain's event, Illinois university leaders showed a united front as President Donald Trump's threats to crack down on higher education loom. Crain's education reporter Brandon Dupré discusses with Amy Guth.Plus: Sterling Bay moving Fulton Market HQ; in remarks to teachers union, Gov. Pritzker lashes out at Trump's education cuts; according to census data, the Chicago metro area and Cook County are growing again; plans for Lakeview hotel focused on LGBTQ+ community move forward.

Crain's commercial real estate reporter Rachel Herzog talks with host Amy Guth about news from around the market, including the latest on two Mag Mile and Rush Street retail corridors, an investor pitch for office-to-residential conversion for the Pittsfield Building and more.Plus: Johnson's labor liaison to leave City Hall, first startups chosen for Northwestern-Techstars accelerator, "private IPO" could value Chicago's Hub International at $30B, McDonald's beefs up C-suite to speed innovation and an iconic Chicago hot dog spot is expanding with a California location.

Uber made a peace deal with a powerful union, threatening talks over a city rideshare ordinance. Crain's politics reporter Justin Laurence discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: RFK Jr. gives food companies an ultimatum to remove artificial dyes, United Airlines moves to blunt the effects of Trump administration's DOGE initiative, Skokie hotel developer hit with $24 million foreclosure lawsuit, Chicago added as host city for Premier League's summer series and Michelle Obama starts podcast with her brother.

That martini isn't just there to entice — it's a statement from the restaurant. Crain's reporter Ally Marotti discusses host Amy Guth.Plus: Mag Mile retail space up for sale; Gotion set to start production, ramp up hiring in Manteno; online payments company Stripe doubles Chicago footprint; and leases for nearly 800 Joann properties, 17 around Chicago, set for auction.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from around the local housing market, including how the next big piece of Michigan City's pivot to resort town is underway and seven Chicago buildings in need of a rescue.Plus: Mayor Brandon Johnson says sanctuary city law keeps Chicago safer in high-profile House testimony, the Justice Department files to join legal challenge to Illinois nonprofit diversity law, the Art Institute returns a stolen sculpture to Nepal, and Elgin-based Middleby is spinning off its food processing business.

Crain's contributor Dan McGrath joins host Amy Guth to discuss the changing landscape of college ball, from the flood of NIL cash to the many roster moves it brings.Plus: As Trump tariffs move from threat to reality, some Chicago industries brace for the impact; private-equity firm closes in on acquisition of Walgreens; GSA moves to close some SEC regional offices, including Chicago's; and NASCAR returns to Chicago with reduced concert lineup and ticket prices.

Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis joins host Amy Guth to talk about the latest news from around the industry, including Kindred Hospitals laying off 150 workers as it shutters two facilities here and an additional $220 million in medical debt relief for Illinois residents.Plus: Bally's Chicago IPO for women and minority investors hits a stumbling block; Europe poised to OK another use for AbbVie's Rinvoq as the drugmaker also enters obesity drug market with Danish company; Prime and Ascension close sale, establishing new major local hospital system; and lawmakers grill Chicago transit leaders as clock ticks toward funding cliff.

With dining out becoming more costly, more customers are saving restaurant outings for special occasions. Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti talks with host Amy Guth about how some Chicago operators are taking steps to keep their establishments more accessible to diners.Plus: Johnson turns to City Council ally to run Park District, Old Post Office developer pivoting from nearby office project amid loan crunch, Chicago Women in Trades files lawsuit challenging Trump's anti-DEI orders, and Mag Mile Harry Potter-themed store sets opening date.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including insights from the latest monthly round of data.Plus: Pritzker and Illinois Dems say the state is being shorted $1.9 billion by Trump administration, Johnson pushing CPS to cover disputed $175M pension payment, Durbin looks to give Ukrainians in U.S. temporary status and restaurants warn of potential $12 billion hit from Trump tariffs.

William Johnson, CEO of The Harris Poll, talks with host Amy Guth about recent survey data sentiment around health care, major federal spending cuts and other big issues.Plus: Illinois plans sale of $725 million in bonds for capital budget; big lease secured for new logistics hub at former Allstate campus in Glenview; Joann to close all remaining stores, including 33 in Illinois; and craft distilleries look to change a law from 1934 as some fear the worst.

West Suburban Medical Center has been stripped of its resident training credentials after complaints. Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Riverfront office tower value down $337 million since 2022, Trump administration and Musk take aim at Loop's Kluczynski and Metcalfe buildings, CME is targeting retail traders with micro corn and soy contracts and United Center owners buy more lots for 1901 Project.

In the five years since the onset of COVID-19, some businesses have returned to what looks like a pre-pandemic "normal" — though not all. Crain's contributor Judith Crown talks with host Amy Guth about the pandemic's effects still weighing on Chicago in many ways. Plus: American Airlines makes a big move at O'Hare, large State Street retail property hits the market, highly vacant office building next to Old Post Office goes up for sale and Rivian reports big net loss in Q4 and issues sobering forecast.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about news from the local housing market, including a bill in Springfield that seeks to overhaul property taxes in Illinois. Plus: Discover and Capital One shareholders approve $35 billion merger; Apple closing Northbrook Court store; survey finds Chicago businesses plan hiring and office expansions in 2025; and Foxtrot reopening store at Milwaukee and Damen avenues.

Nick welcomes the amazing Amy Guth to the podcast to talk about her many projects, including her podcasts, films, and website. They also discuss her upcoming trip to Berlin for the Berlin Film Festival and much more. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick for a fun dive into pop culture mistakes and surprising predictions—including how Airplane II: The Sequel eerily foresaw full-body scans at airport security. [Ep 325]

Lurie Children's has paused gender-affirming surgeries following threats over funding. Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses the latest with host Amy Guth. Plus: United Airlines turnaround pays off big for CEO Kirby and other execs, Moody's downgrades Walgreens outlook to negative, AbbVie gets FDA OK on antibiotic therapy that fights resistant bacteria and Aspen Institute climate conference coming to Chicago.

Crain's political columnist Greg Hinz  and host Amy Guth unpack the saga of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's career, trial and verdict.Plus: Mayor Johnson begins housecleaning with aviation, emergency management, police accountability chiefs; Civic Federation says state should extend sales tax to services; Deere shares fall on farm slump as tariffs threaten demand; and Ravinia Festival to undergo a $75 million renovation.

Crain's political columnist Greg Hinz and host Amy Guth recap the trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan after his partial conviction on bribery conspiracy, bribery and wire fraud charges.Plus: Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin talks with host Amy Guth about local housing news, including a legislative agenda unveiled by Illinois Realtors aimed at easing the housing shortage; West Loop apartment tower sells for $94 million; Heartland Alliance Health shutters less than a year after parent breakup; and Northwestern, Kellogg School land $25 million for new institute.

After the failed merger between Jewel and Mariano's parent companies, and on news of Aldi's plan to sell some Winn-Dixie and Harveys locations it bought last year, Crain's retail reporter Ally Marotti discusses the state of the changing grocery industry with host Amy Guth.Plus: Judge orders Walgreens to pay nearly $1 billion in COVID test case, rent hikes loom in downtown Chicago as supply shrinks, Rod Blagojevich pardoned on corruption conviction by Trump and Chicago Sky inks exclusive deal with Weigel Broadcasting to show games on WCIU.

Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses recent leadership moves at Baxter International and Howard Brown Health with host Amy Guth.Plus: Pritzker takes aim at Team Trump over immigration — and Lake Illinois, McDonald's sales improve on stronger international results, Rivian broadens sales of plug-in van once exclusive to Amazon and Lurie Children's pauses gender-affirming surgeries following Trump administration threat.

The death of the Chicago Bears' longtime matriarch Virginia McCaskey leaves behind questions about the future of the franchise. Crain's contributor Dan McGrath discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Trump DOJ accuses Pritzker, Johnson and other local Dems of defying immigration crackdown; Illinois revs up more EV incentives amid uncertain fate of federal rebates; judge declines to extend "swipe fee" injunction to credit card companies; and the publisher of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin puts its longtime River North home up for sale.

How do you find the words, when events leave you speechless? That's one of the questions that faced Los Angeles-based screenwriter and producer Amy Guth during the recent wildfires.   During this episode, Thom Serafin gets curious about writer's block and hidden narratives with Amy. This is a conversation about getting started on a book, on a film, on anything. Plus, you'll learn how Guth became a baroness.   Amy Guth also hosts two podcasts: Crain's Daily Gist and Words Matter. You can read her blog Writing for Weird Times on Substack.

Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin and host Amy Guth talk news from the local market, including the 50 highest-priced home sales of 2024 and the neighborhoods and suburbs where home prices spiked last year.Plus: United Airlines looks to add gates at O'Hare as it revs up more growth; Citadel nears deal to shrink, move Chicago office; feds launch new probe into Northwestern over alleged antisemitism on campus; and Mayor Brandon Johnson continues push for Bears lakefront stadium.

Michael Sacks has been named Crain's 2025 Executive of the Year. Reporter Mark Weinraub joins host Amy Guth to discuss how the civic leader and GCM Grosvenor CEO earned this year's honor.Plus: Allstate going all in on auto, home businesses despite challenges from natural disasters; White House border deals with Canada and Mexico avert trade war for now; plans for Old Town tower shrink to gain alderman's support; cardiac drug developer co-founded by Feinberg's genetic medicine director raises $300 million; and Air Wisconsin laying off 200 O'Hare staff.

The Trump administration's moves to curb abortion spending spell trouble for Illinois, where local lawmakers have touted efforts to preserve access. Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Tariffs on Canada and Mexico could hit Illinois hard; Cboe stock exchange to extend trading to 24 hours, 5 days a week; Baxter CEO abruptly retires; and local bakeries bakeries are feeling the impact of high egg prices and shortage from bird flu virus.

Allstate is selling its group health business to Nationwide in a $1.25 billion cash deal. Crain's insurance reporter Mark Weinraub talks about the deal, and Allstate's recent rate increase, with host Amy Guth.Plus: Google searching for tenants at revamped Thompson Center, Walgreens suspends quarterly dividend, CommonSpirit to expand DEI programs despite federal pushback and Ariel Investments launches fund focused on women's sports.

The threat of the Trump administration's immigration raids is looming large in Chicago's dining scene, where immigrants comprise roughly 40% of the workforce. Crain's restaurants reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth. And Crain's reporter Jack Grieve talks about the number of immigration-related arrests by ICE in Chicago. Plus: Judge temporarily halts Trump's federal funding freeze, another leasing win for AT&T's former campus, Banchet Awards winners honor excellence in Chicago's culinary scene and the battle over regulating intoxicating hemp moves to City Hall.

Home prices here just keep climbing. Crain's residential real estate reporter Dennis Rodkin shares key takeaways from the latest data with host Amy Guth.Plus: Insights from the Trump administration's spending freeze and subsequent reversal from Crain's reporter John Pletz, Advocate to close 55 clinics inside Walgreens, investors buy Wacker Drive office tower with plan for $30 million renovation and White House offers buyouts to federal employees resisting in-person work.

Planned Parenthood of Illinois is closing four clinics due to a financial shortfall stemming from rising patient volume and growing health care costs. Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Crypto is shedding its stigma under Trump — and Chicago firms are ready; Gap plans State Street factory store; Radio Flyer closes Woodfield Mall store, its only brick-and-mortar location; and Ken Griffin taps Related to develop new Miami HQ.

The U.S. surgeon general advised earlier this month that alcohol is a leading preventable cause of cancer, presenting alcoholic beverage makers with a new hurdle. Crain's consumer products reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Pritzker, Johnson, Emanuel blast Trump on DEI, immigration orders; Chicago schools to take $400M advance from revolving credit; AbbVie makes cancer and immunology pact with Neomorph; and former Groupon HQ sells for 83% less than 2018 price.