Podcasts about Little Village

Little Village, a Latino business corridor in Chicago, has been contending with tariffs, immigration enforcement, and other changes in federal policy. But business owners have been figuring out new ways to make money, sell their products, and stay open. Tonantzin Carmona, a fellow in Brookings Metro, as well as Chicago civic leaders Luis Gutierrez and Jennifer Aguilar discuss how. Show notes and transcript. Follow The Current and all Brookings podcasts on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Send feedback email to podcasts@brookings.edu.

The US Department of Homeland Security and President Donald Trump are claiming Operation Midway Blitz a success, as the operation's leader on the ground is reportedly leaving Chicago. Governor JB Pritzker took a swipe at US Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino during an appearance in Little Village on Monday, calling him a snowflake and “the people of Chicago have deserved better than having CBP and Greg Bovino in this city”.

The US Department of Homeland Security and President Donald Trump are claiming Operation Midway Blitz a success, as the operation's leader on the ground is reportedly leaving Chicago. Governor JB Pritzker took a swipe at US Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino during an appearance in Little Village on Monday, calling him a snowflake and “the people of Chicago have deserved better than having CBP and Greg Bovino in this city”.

The US Department of Homeland Security and President Donald Trump are claiming Operation Midway Blitz a success, as the operation's leader on the ground is reportedly leaving Chicago. Governor JB Pritzker took a swipe at US Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino during an appearance in Little Village on Monday, calling him a snowflake and “the people of Chicago have deserved better than having CBP and Greg Bovino in this city”.

After a weekend of raids across Little Village, federal agents gathered for a photo op Monday morning at the Bean in Millennium Park. Block Club Chicago reported that agents were seen joking about the operations that have gripped Chicago for two months. Plus, we are discussing how the government shutdown and the first snow of the season are combining to cause increased airport delays and Mr. Submarine's 50th anniversary ad campaign. Good News: Greater Chicago Sudanese American Association Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Nov. 11 episode:  The Newberry Paramount Theatre MUBI Babbel – Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

President Trump's goal of deploying National Guard troops to Chicago is on hold as the Supreme Court requests more information. Meanwhile, a federal appeals court blocked an order requiring Border Patrol chief Greg Bovino to report to court daily, and in Little Village, high school students staged a walk-out to protest ICE actions. In the Loop breaks down those stories and more with NBC 5 Chicago reporter Christian Farr, government finance and accountability reporter with the Illinois Answers Project at the Better Government Association Alex Nitkin and Jackie Serrato, editor of La Voz, the Spanish language news site of the Chicago Sun-Times. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

Judge scolds Border Patrol chief, Little Village students stage walk-out over ICE raids, downstate jury finds ex-cop guilty of second degree murder in Sonya Massey shooting.

Wrongful Conviction with Lauren Bright Pacheco is back November 13th with all new episodes. So today, we’re revisiting one of the most memorable episode from her last season, episode #454, James Soto:James “Jimmy” Soto was wrongfully convicted at age 20 for a 1981 double homicide in Chicago’s Little Village despite no physical evidence and multiple alibi witnesses. Jimmy and his cousin David spent 42 years in prison — the longest wrongful conviction sentences in Illinois history. While incarcerated, Jimmy earned a college degree and became a jailhouse lawyer, helping others, including his former cellmate Robert Almodovar. The two formed a lifelong bond — and now, both exonerated, they’re rebuilding their lives together on the outside. To learn more and get involved, visit: https://www.gofundme.com/f/life-after-42-yrs-of-wrongful-imprisonmenthttps://paroleillinois.org/ Wrongful Conviction with Lauren Bright Pacheco is a production of Lava for Good™ Podcasts in association with Signal Co. No1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gregory Pratt—ace reporter for the Tribune and the pride and joy of Little Village—stands up for his city. Ben riffs. Alderwoman Rossana Rodriguez takes a moment to express her gratitude for the resistance. While pointing out there is no upside to the ICE Invasion. A few words about Bad Bunny. Rossana is the alderwoman of the 33rd Ward. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chicago has been dealing with a lot these days. The city has been a battleground for the Trump administration's immigration crackdown and efforts to deploy the National Guard. On today's show, Kimberly asks WBEZ's Sasha-Ann Simons about what it's like to be there now. And, we'll get into more economic stories from the Windy City you should know about. Plus, we'll play a game of Half Full/Half Empty!Here's everything we talked about today:"ICE Is Cracking Down on Chicago. Some Chicagoans Are Fighting Back." from The New York Times"Local leaders react to ‘brutal escalation' of immigration arrests in Little Village, Cicero" from WBEZ"Judge's order blocking National Guard deployment will remain in effect for now, but all eyes on Supreme Court" from WBEZ"Coca-Cola taps mini cans and new flavors to spark a fizzling soda market" from Marketplace"‘It's PR, not the ER': Gen Z is resisting the workplace emergency" The Washington Post"Netflix's ‘Stranger Things' Series Finale Officially Coming to Theaters, Despite Previous Statements" from The Hollywood Reporter"Amazon Plans to Replace More Than Half a Million Jobs With Robots" from The New York Times We love hearing from you. Leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART or email makemesmart@marketplace.org.

Chicago has been dealing with a lot these days. The city has been a battleground for the Trump administration's immigration crackdown and efforts to deploy the National Guard. On today's show, Kimberly asks WBEZ's Sasha-Ann Simons about what it's like to be there now. And, we'll get into more economic stories from the Windy City you should know about. Plus, we'll play a game of Half Full/Half Empty!Here's everything we talked about today:"ICE Is Cracking Down on Chicago. Some Chicagoans Are Fighting Back." from The New York Times"Local leaders react to ‘brutal escalation' of immigration arrests in Little Village, Cicero" from WBEZ"Judge's order blocking National Guard deployment will remain in effect for now, but all eyes on Supreme Court" from WBEZ"Coca-Cola taps mini cans and new flavors to spark a fizzling soda market" from Marketplace"‘It's PR, not the ER': Gen Z is resisting the workplace emergency" The Washington Post"Netflix's ‘Stranger Things' Series Finale Officially Coming to Theaters, Despite Previous Statements" from The Hollywood Reporter"Amazon Plans to Replace More Than Half a Million Jobs With Robots" from The New York Times We love hearing from you. Leave us a voicemail at 508-U-B-SMART or email makemesmart@marketplace.org.

While a ton of attention has been focused on the federal government shutdown and Chicago's budget battle, south suburban Harvey is currently managing its own budget crisis and partial shutdown including layoffs and furloughs. Harvey World Herald founder Amethyst Davis is here to break down the latest. Plus, WBEZ's Mariah Woelfel joins to discuss the fallout from ICE raids in Little Village and Cicero earlier this week.  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Oct. 24th episode:  The Other Art Fair Broadway in Chicago Deborah's Place Window Nation MUBI Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Can We Move From Fear to a Holy Indifference That Teaches Peace and Presence? Seattle-based writer Sara Billups joins host Curtis Chang to explore how faith, mental health, and spiritual practices can help calm anxiety in our bodies, families, churches, and politics. Drawing from her book Nervous Systems (available November 4, 2025), Sara shares practical ways to find peace, emotional balance, and spiritual resilience amid today's chaos. Together, Curtis and Sara discuss how understanding our stories and grounding in faith can help us live with calm and clarity in an anxious culture.   (02:23) - Navigating Anxiety in Uncertain Times (04:35) - Understanding Anxiety Across Generations (18:58) - Navigating Anxiety With Holy Indifference (26:00) - Anxiety in Churches, Politics, and Systems (28:15) - Churches Cultivating Non-Anxious Presence (33:43) - Finding a Spiritual Home in Crisis (41:20) - Sara's Message a Generation of Anxious Young Adults   Join The After Party   Send Campfire Stories to: info@redeemingbabel.org   Donate to Redeeming Babel   Mentioned in this episode: Sara Billups' Nervous Systems: Spiritual Practices to Calm Anxiety in Your Body, the Church, and Politics What is Epigenetics? (Cleveland Clinic) Curt Thompson discusses generational trauma and epigenetics (episode of Curt's podcast) Ignatius' Spiritual Exercises  St. Teresa of Lisieux's Divine Office The story behind the hymn It Is Well With My Soul Frederick Buechner describes his daughter's anorexia and praying Psalm 131 (video) Frederick Buechner's Telling Secrets Matthew 26:36-46 (ESV) Jesus prays in Gethsemane Edwin Friedman's A Failure of Nerve: Leadership in the Age of the Quick Fix Edwin Friedman's Six Measures of Effective Leadership (Jack Shitima's Non-Anxious Leader blog) Mark Sayers's A Non-Anxious Presence: How a Changing and Complex World will Create a Remnant of Renewed Christian Leaders The ignatian concept of Indifference Thomas McKenzie's The Anglican Way: A Guidebook Tim Keller's The Church in the City (Series of audio messages) Christianity Today's The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill (podcast) 22 Explore Grace Church Seattle Good Faith episode featuring Paco Amador of Little Village in Chicago   More from Sara Billups: Sara Billups' Orphaned Believers: How a Generation of Christian Exiles Can Find the Way Home Sara Billups' Bitter Scroll (substack) Sara Billups' That's the Spirit podcast (with Morgan Page)   Follow Us: Good Faith on Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   Sign up: Redeeming Babel Newsletter  

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol agents arrested at least seven people in the predominantly Latino enclaves of Cicero and Little Village Wednesday, sparking outrage from residents and local leaders who characterized the actions as a “brutal escalation.” Alderman Rodriguez, 22nd Ward, says ICE detained two of his staffers, both of whom are U.S. citizens. In the Loop gets reaction from residents who witnessed the activity unfold as well as from an elected official and a community leader from Little Village. We'll hear from: Eddie Guillen, community organizer, executive director of Community Innovation Center; Jerry Reyes, lifelong Little Village resident; Marcela Rodriguez, co-executive director with Enlace Chicago; and Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez, 25th Ward. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

Greg Bishop delves into the latest filings to the U.S. Supreme Court about the Trump administration's use of the National Guard in Illinois, reaction to Wednesday's immigration enforcement actions in Little Village and President Donald Trump saying he will make Chicago safe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ald. Byron Sigcho Lopez, 25th Ward, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the ICE raids in Little Village yesterday, October 22nd. Ald. Sigcho Lopez details the detainments made by ICE, which included seven people. Two of the people detained were staffers for Alderman Michael Rodriguez (22nd). Ald. Sigcho Lopez calls ICE’s actions “unconstitutional” and a “terror” […]

In this week's episode of Corporate Cafecito, we welcome an inspiring guest whose story beautifully blends cultura, comunidad, and emprendimiento Patricia Aguilar, Founder and President of FourStar Branding, joins us to share how her journey led to the creation of El Poder de La Marca®, a branding program empowering small business owners to rise, thrive, and build lasting impact within their communities.Patricia has spent her career helping others find their voice and elevate their brands with authenticity and purpose. After completing the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program, she recognized a need for branding services at the same level as Fortune 500 companies but accessible to small businesses and nonprofits. Out of that vision, El Poder de La Marca® was born.Through her collaboration with the Foundation of Little Village, Patricia has helped local entrepreneurs reimagine their businesses with professional branding, storytelling, and design. From taquerías to boutiques, her work goes far beyond logos and color palettes. It is about identity, pride, and community transformation. Each business she supports gains access to high-level branding funded through trusted organizations like the The Chicago Community Trust and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation, giving small businesses the opportunity to shine and grow.In this conversation, we explore how entrepreneurship rooted in cultura y corazón becomes a movement for change. Patricia shares what it means to lead with purpose, build partnerships that matter, and nurture the next generation of business leaders who will carry our communities forward.Her story is a powerful reminder that every negocio, big or small, deserves to look and feel like success. When we invest in our people, our creativity, and our heritage, we create impact that lasts.✨ Rooted in Community. Driven by Design. Built for Impact. ✨

What Does Faith Demand in an Age of ICE Raids?   In this first episode in an on-going series on immigration in America, host Curtis Chang talks with Pastor Luis “Paco” Amador about the struggles of Chicago's immigrant communities, especially in Little Village, where faith meets fear amid ongoing ICE raids. Pastor Amador shares stories of family separation, resilience, and gospel hope, revealing how churches stand as places of strength and compassion. The episode calls for biblical justice and unity within the church in the face of division and fear.   (03:15) - Immigration and Community in Chicago (05:49) - Impact of Immigration Raids on Community (12:54) - Immigration Rights Issues (15:35) - Community Support (17:38) - How Does the Bible Speak To the Immigrant's Experience? (19:37) - Migrants and Persecution (27:00) - A Faith Revival in Immigrant Communities (34:00) - Immigration Reform and Order (39:10) - Migrants Fleeing Collapsing Dictatorships   Episode Guide for Personal and Group Study   Join The After Party   Send Campfire Stories to: info@redeemingbabel.org   Donate to Redeeming Babel   Mentioned In This Episode: Images of ICE raids in Little Village, Chicago (the month of October)  Matthew 5:1-12 (ESV) The Beatitudes Acts 8:1-4 (ESV) The Scattering of the Church Genesis 12 (ESV) The Call of Abraham Justo L. Gonzalez's The Story of Christianity, Volume 1: The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation Justo L. Gonzalez's The Story of Christianity, Vol. 2: The Reformation to the Present Day More from Paco Amador Paco Amador: A Church With a Heart for Immigrants Little Village: New Life Community Church Immigrants Plant Churches and Revitalize a Neighborhood in Chicago (substack article)   Follow Us: Good Faith in Instagram Good Faith on X (formerly Twitter) Good Faith on Facebook   Sign up: Redeeming Babel Newsletter   The Good Faith Podcast is a production of Redeeming Babel, a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan organization that does not engage in any political campaign activity to support or oppose any candidate for public office. Any views and opinions expressed by any guests on this program are solely those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Redeeming Babel.

Gov. J.B. Pritzker says he feels safe walking through Chicago's Little Village — but former Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy isn't buying it. McCarthy says the area's drop in crime is thanks to ICE, not the governor's policies. We look at what's behind the numbers and why this video sparked outrage.

Welcome to Stang Stories with Oliver Sin '25 featuring Tonantzin Carmona '08. In this episode she recounts her transition from Chicago's Little Village to Milton, the mentors and traditions that shaped her, and how listening to diverse perspectives led her into a career in public policy. Tonantzin discusses building Chicago's municipal ID, work at Brookings, Treasury and the White House NEC, lessons on leadership and public speaking, and her measured view on crypto and equitable economic policy. She closes with practical advice for students: take risks, be kind, and know your why.

The Love Fridge Chicago provides food to those in need through community-supported refrigerators and pantries throughout the city. James Wurm and some of his friends started the organization after hearing a story about a community refrigerator in Brooklyn serving neighbors in need. The organization opened its first Love Fridge in the Little Village neighborhood near the intersection of 21st and California in July of 2020.

The Love Fridge Chicago provides food to those in need through community-supported refrigerators and pantries throughout the city. James Wurm and some of his friends started the organization after hearing a story about a community refrigerator in Brooklyn serving neighbors in need. The organization opened its first Love Fridge in the Little Village neighborhood near the intersection of 21st and California in July of 2020.

The Love Fridge Chicago provides food to those in need through community-supported refrigerators and pantries throughout the city. James Wurm and some of his friends started the organization after hearing a story about a community refrigerator in Brooklyn serving neighbors in need. The organization opened its first Love Fridge in the Little Village neighborhood near the intersection of 21st and California in July of 2020.

From Dearborn to Detroit, Jer and Devon have you covered on this Friday edition of your Daily Detroit. Recorded at the under-renovation historic Fair Lane house, the historic home of Henry Ford, we discuss: Fun things and progress on the historic home project - A recent trip to the new Warda in Little Village in Detroit, and how it's magical on McClellan, a neighborhood Jer knows well The new Qimmah coffee shop in West Dearborn in the old Lynch's space on Howard Plus commentary on the importance of taking some risks that pay off Feedback as always - dailydetroit -at- gmail -dot- com or leave a voicemail 313-789-3211. Follow Daily Detroit on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-detroit/id1220563942  Or sign up for our newsletter: https://www.dailydetroit.com/newsletter/  

Send us a textRecorded live at Osito's Tap in Chicago's Little Village, this special edition of the Terms of Service Podcast brings together voices shaping the future of community, culture, and connection.We sit down with Illinois State Senator Celina Villanueva and community leader Mike Moreno, Jr. for a raw, unfiltered conversation about representation, advocacy, and the power of rooted leadership.From the challenges of policymaking to the everyday realities of community organizing, this live session dives into what it takes to show up, speak up, and stay accountable in spaces that need it most.We explore the current climate of migrant issues from the chambers of Springfield to the culture of Little Village while empowering a transparent narrative for community culture. Fueled by the hospitality and warmth of Osito's Tap, and supported by brand partners San Pellegrino, Acqua Panna, Nosotros Tequila, and Thomas Mizuno-Moore of Dead Stock Hospitality, this episode captures the undeniable connection between place, people, and purpose.This episode truly speaks for itself and we can't thank everyone enough for your attendance, enthusiasm and inspiration for this extremely important topic. If you or anyone you know needs migrant resource assistance please reach out directly to connect@termsofservice.media - all correspondence is confidential. In Community, The T o S Crew Need to catch up? Subscribe to our YouTube Channel here and show us some love on the reviews - wherever you get your podcasts. It matters and so do you.

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about news coverage of recent anti-Semitic graffiti in places like Little Village and Hyde Park and if this kind of coverage can promote bad behavior. He also discusses the latest American Eagle Outfitters ad with Sydney Sweeney and the controversy surrounding it.

Former ComEd CEO and Madigan confidante is sentenced to prison. O'Hare sees the busiest day ever. Vandals target immigration organizations in Little Village. NASCAR passes on another race in the Loop and Chicago Mayor Johnson introduces a new plan to snuff out smoking on CTA. Reset goes behind those headlines and more in our Weekly News Recap with Block Club Chicago reporter Mack Liederman, Chicago Sun-Times federal courts reporter Jon Seidel and WBEZ investigative reporter Dan Mihalopoulos. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Chi breaks down the untold story of Chicago's infamous Flores Twins — from Little Village kids to top cartel players who helped bring down El Chapo. Matt and Chi talk snitch culture, betrayals, kidnappings, and why their story is bigger than street legends know.⁣⁣Chi's links⁣https://www.instagram.com/chi_ill/⁣https://www.youtube.com/@ILLCHI⁣⁣Do you want to be a guest? Fill out the form https://forms.gle/5H7FnhvMHKtUnq7k7⁣⁣Send me an email here: insidetruecrime@gmail.com⁣⁣Do you extra clips and behind the scenes content?⁣Subscribe to my Patreon: https://patreon.com/InsideTrueCrime ⁣⁣⁣Follow me on all socials!⁣Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insidetruecrime/⁣TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matthewcoxtruecrime⁣⁣⁣Do you want a custom painting done by me? Check out my Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/coxpopart⁣⁣Listen to my True Crime Podcasts anywhere: https://anchor.fm/mattcox ⁣⁣Check out my true crime books! ⁣Shark in the Housing Pool: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0851KBYCF⁣Bent: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BV4GC7TM⁣It's Insanity: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08KFYXKK8⁣Devil Exposed: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TH1WT5G⁣Devil Exposed (The Abridgment): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1070682438⁣The Program: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0858W4G3K⁣Bailout: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/bailout-matthew-cox/1142275402⁣Dude, Where's My Hand-Grenade?: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BXNFHBDF/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1678623676&sr=1-1⁣⁣Checkout my disturbingly twisted satiric novel!⁣Stranger Danger: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BSWQP3WX⁣⁣If you would like to support me directly, I accept donations here:⁣Paypal: https://www.paypal.me/MattCox69⁣Cashapp: $coxcon69

Video available on ⁠YouTube⁠ and ⁠Spotify⁠. Search, The Chicago Graphic Design Club.—Our guest is ⁠⁠Cristobal⁠⁠ Mora, co-founder of ⁠⁠Bueno Days⁠⁠, the community-centered coffee shop and creative space in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood. As a photographer, graphic designer, and community builder, Cristobal represents a new generation of Mexican-American creatives shaping Chicago's cultural landscape.In this episode, Cristobal speaks with host ⁠⁠Christian Solorzano⁠⁠ about his unconventional path from photography to graphic design through side projects rather than formal art education. He explores the complexities of Mexican-American identity and how cultural duality informs both his personal practice and community work.Cristobal discusses his evolution from documenting Chicago's South Side music scene to creating ⁠⁠Bueno Days⁠⁠ as a third space that celebrates authenticity without cultural tropes. He shares insights about building meaningful connections through design, the importance of giving yourself permission to pursue your vision, and his philosophy that everyone is a photographer with a unique perspective worth sharing.The conversation explores his approach to mentorship, the intersection of survival and creativity as an independent business owner, and his belief that graphic design is everywhere—making it a craft worthy of lifelong dedication. Cristobal offers candid advice for young designers navigating an uncertain industry and discusses his vision for creating community spaces where people can exist authentically.Music by the band ⁠Eighties Slang⁠.

For decades, Michigan State University has been working with partners in Detroit to support the city's economic development, advance the arts, transform schools, improve health and protect the environment. And, after a successful and illuminating trip with visits along the western Lower Peninsula of Michigan in the fall of 2024, this May, the Spartan Bus Tour headed to Detroit.Just as the inaugural Spartan Bus Tour demonstrated how Spartans are making a difference across the state, a tour of metro Detroit illustrated how the partnerships between the city and Michigan State are changing our state for the better.Taking place May 5 and 6 with stops at 12 locations in the Detroit area, the tour was led by MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz, and included a delegation of 50 faculty and administrators who explored the breadth and depth of the university's research, outreach and education impact in a city that, like MSU, values resilience, hard work and a commitment to solving problems and empowering people for better lives.Conversation Highlights:(1:20) - President Guskiewicz sets the scene. (2:00) - The Zekelman Holocaust Center opened its doors in 1984 in West Bloomfield and relocated to the current Farmington Hills location in 2004. It was the first stop on the tour. The center is home to the Holocaust Museum exhibit and an extensive research library, archives and special exhibit galleries. Each year, more than 150,000 people visit the center, whose mission is to engage, educate and empower by remembering the Holocaust. Eli Mayerfeld is CEO of the Holocaust Museum.(6:35) - The second stop on Day 1 was at the Detroit Partnership for Food, Learning and Innovation, or DPFLI: The DPFLI was founded in 2017 and is MSU's first urban agriculture center. Housed within MSU Extension, the partnership in northwest Detroit focuses on research and education to improve the lives of Detroiters and serves as a community space for residents. Naim Edwards directs DPFLI, George Smith directs MSU AgBioResearch and Dave Ivan directs the Community Food and Environment Institute.(16:07) - The third stop on Day 1 was at The Shepherd and LANTERN, which are part of Library Street Collective's ongoing artistic commitment to Detroit's Little Village neighborhood. Anthony Curis is co-founder of The Shepherd and Library Street Collective. (21:30) - The fourth stop on Day 1 was a visit to Magna International: Magna International is the largest automobile parts manufacturer in North America with its U.S. headquarters in Troy. Heather Holm is talent attraction and employer brand manager.(23:44) - Stop five on Day 1 was at the Apple Developer Academy: Partnering with MSU, Apple's first U.S.-based academy was launched in 2021 in Detroit where participants learn the essentials of coding, design and business with Apple tools. The academy offers free programs of 10 months and four weeks, and, to date, has graduated more than 1,000 learners from the metro Detroit area. Sarah Gretter is director of the academy, and Anny Staten is assistant director.(27:10) - The final stop...

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SHOW NOTES: https://jewishbooks.blogspot.com/2025/04/listen-to-podcast-read-transcript-buy.html  TRANSCRIPT: https://otter.ai/u/EnXlWNdrqXuQ4V3kzlKGwyqpPWk?utm_source=copy_url  A Feather, A Pebble, A Shell is a lovely meditation on the natural landscape of Israel, written and illustrated by Miri Leshem-Pelly. Miri's voice is calm and dreamy, and I could hear birds chirping and dogs barking in the background as she spoke. Our conversation was both fun and serious. We talked about art, nature, books, Instagram challenges... and also about the war in Israel and its impact on humans and animals. LEARN MORE: Buy or borrow A Feather, A Pebble, A Shell Miri Leshem-Pelly's website Miri's Instagram Activity Guide for A Feather, A Pebble, A Shell Ravensburger jigsaw puzzle with Miri's art Tikkun olam suggestion: support the Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel Reading recommendations: o All Eyes on Alexandra by Anna Levine o A Hoopoe Says Oop by Jamie Kiffel-Alcheh o Fast Asleep in a Little Village in Israel by Jennifer Tzivia MacLeod o My Israel and Me by Alice McGinty CREDITS: Produced by Feldman Children's Library at Congregation B'nai Israel Co-sponsored by the Association of Jewish Libraries Sister podcast: Nice Jewish Books Theme Music: The Freilachmakers Klezmer String Band Newsletter: bookoflifepodcast.substack.com Facebook Discussion Group: Jewish Kidlit Mavens Facebook Page: Facebook.com/bookoflifepodcast Instagram: @bookoflifepodcast Support the Podcast: Shop or Donate Your feedback is welcome! Please write to bookoflifepodcast@gmail.com or leave a voicemail at 561-206-2473.

The Chicago Teachers Union has a tentative contract agreement. What's in it and what comes next? Helping us break down the details, WBEZ assistant managing editor Kate Grossman and Injustice Watch investigative reporter Kelly Garcia. Plus we are discussing major challenges navigating the city's immigration courts, yet another congressional investigation for Northwestern, and Little Village's latest storefront, “The Tamale Lady.” Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this April 4 episode: Bookshop.org - Get 15% off your next order with code CITYCAST Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

When it comes to authentic Mexican restaurants in Chicago, it's hard to know where to start — there are about a thousand of them. This is the April edition of “Where Dave Ate” and these are host David Manilow's recommendations. Get ready for a food journey from Little Village to Logan Square to the Dunning neighborhood, with more stops in between.In this episode, learn where to have great chilaquiles for breakfast, get a taste of tamales, hear from Chicago's mole king and much more.

When Marcos Carbajal's father, Inocencio “El Güero” Carbajal, opened Carnitas Uruapan in 1975 in Pilsen, he lived on a couch in the restaurant and ate carnitas for three meals a day, all to realize his vision of sharing and celebrating his home region of Michoacán's specialty: delicious, mouth-watering carnitas. Marcos has since taken over the business, applying the skills and knowledge he acquired during his MBA program to expand the restaurant's reach. This expansion includes a second location in Gage Park and a third, flagship location in Little Village, opened in January 2025 — and these days, they are slinging upwards of 24,000 pounds of pork every week. Marcos joins us in the studio to educate us on the diverse varieties of carnitas, demo an authentic carnitas taste test, discuss unconventional pork preparations, and much more! 

While a concentrated community area might not be as easy to spot as a neighborhood like Chinatown or Little Village, the Filipino community has a long history in Chicago that stretches back to the early 1900s.

De eerste dagen van Trumps tweede termijn was er paniek onder immigranten. Was de klopjacht begonnen? In Chicago bleven kinderen weg van school en kwam restaurantpersoneel niet opdagen. „Hij wil angst zaaien, zoveel is duidelijk.”Gast: Emilie van OuterenStem en montage: Jan Paul de BondtRedactie: Berit KramerCoördinatie: Henk Ruigrok van der WervenHeeft u vragen, suggesties of ideeën over onze journalistiek? Mail dan naar onze ombudsman via ombudsman@nrc.nlZie het privacybeleid op https://art19.com/privacy en de privacyverklaring van Californië op https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After being sworn into office, President Trump signed a whole host of executive actions and orders that affirm his campaign promise to crack down on immigration.Trump's border czar has said Chicago is at the top of the list of places to be targeted. The city is expecting immigration raids, detentions and deportations. In the Little Village neighborhood, where the majority of residents are Mexican or of Mexican descent, people are on edge as they await what's next.Beyond the many people personally affected, past research suggests everyone could feel the impacts of mass deportation.On this episode of Planet Money we visit Little Village to see how the new administration is already having an impact. And then, we hear from an economist who looks to a recent chapter in mass deportation for insight into what the future could hold.Today's episode was hosted by Erika Beras and Amanda Aronczyk. It was produced by Willa Rubin with an assist from Emma Peaslee. It was edited by Kenny Malone, engineered by Cena Loffredo and fact-checked by Sierra Juarez. Alex Goldmark is our executive producer.Help support Planet Money and hear our bonus episodes by subscribing to Planet Money+ in Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org/planetmoney.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Chicago's efforts to fight opioid overdoses show early promise. Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Gov. JB Pritzker says feds targeting 2,000 in Chicago for deportation as the threat of immigration raids stifles Little Village commerce, United Center owners snap up nearby lots as Near West Side mega-project takes shape, Pulaski Savings Bank closed by regulators due to "unsound" condition and proposed zoning changes could bring more density to Far North Side corridor.

Karina's Bill was passed by the Illinois General Assembly last Tuesday, closing a loophole that allowed those accused of domestic violence to keep their guns. The measure is named in honor of Karina Gonzalez, a woman from Little Village who – along with her daughter, 15 – was fatally shot by her husband in July 2023. To learn more about what the legislation changes in Illinois, Reset sits down with two advocates who work closely with survivors of domestic violence: Stephanie Love-Pattersono, CEO of The National Network to End Domestic Violence; and Maralea Negron, director of policy, advocacy and research at The Network. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

In this episode of the Perfectly Good Podcast, hosts Sylvan Groth and Jesse Jackson welcome special guest Jim Keating, a long-time John Hiatt fan. The trio discusses 'Inside Job,' from Little Village's 1992 self-titled album. They explore the song's complex themes, the impact of its introspective lyrics, and Jim's personal connection to the song through his journey in heavy metal music and recovery from alcoholism. The conversation delves into the song's production, drumming, and the emotional depth that makes it resonate differently with each listener. They also touch upon the challenges of introducing Hiatt's music to new audiences and the enduring appeal of his genre-defying style. This episode offers fans an engaging and heartfelt discussion enriched by Jim's unique perspective and experiences. 00:00 Introduction and Holiday Greetings 01:48 Special Guest: Rockin Jim Keating 03:03 Jim's Journey to Discovering John Hiatt 05:21 The Search for the Elusive Song 07:32 Rediscovering Hiatt Through Sobriety 13:02 Discussing the Song 'Inside Job' 13:38 Little Village and 'Inside Job' Facts 16:52 Personal Reflections on 'Inside Job' 28:35 Reflecting on Emotional Struggles 29:12 Analyzing the Lyrics 32:08 Personal Interpretations and Recovery 33:33 Comparing Songs and Covers 34:36 Discussing the Third Verse 39:04 Final Thoughts and Ratings 46:37 Closing Remarks and Social Media Plugs Support the show here - buymeacoffee.com/setlustingbruce  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of the Perfectly Good Podcast, hosts Sylvan Groth and Jesse Jackson welcome special guest Jim Keating, a long-time John Hiatt fan. The trio discusses 'Inside Job,' from Little Village's 1992 self-titled album. They explore the song's complex themes, the impact of its introspective lyrics, and Jim's personal connection to the song through his journey in heavy metal music and recovery from alcoholism. The conversation delves into the song's production, drumming, and the emotional depth that makes it resonate differently with each listener. They also touch upon the challenges of introducing Hiatt's music to new audiences and the enduring appeal of his genre-defying style. This episode offers fans an engaging and heartfelt discussion enriched by Jim's unique perspective and experiences. 00:00 Introduction and Holiday Greetings 01:48 Special Guest: Rockin Jim Keating 03:03 Jim's Journey to Discovering John Hiatt 05:21 The Search for the Elusive Song 07:32 Rediscovering Hiatt Through Sobriety 13:02 Discussing the Song 'Inside Job' 13:38 Little Village and 'Inside Job' Facts 16:52 Personal Reflections on 'Inside Job' 28:35 Reflecting on Emotional Struggles 29:12 Analyzing the Lyrics 32:08 Personal Interpretations and Recovery 33:33 Comparing Songs and Covers 34:36 Discussing the Third Verse 39:04 Final Thoughts and Ratings 46:37 Closing Remarks and Social Media Plugs Support the show here - buymeacoffee.com/setlustingbruce  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you believe it? We have arrived at the last installment of 2024 with Moneda Moves, and thank you for joining us this year! Throughout this season, we continued to cover top Latino entrepreneurs and leaders in the space looking to close capital gaps in our ecosystem, starting with my hometown, Chicago, the wider Midwest, and beyond. This week, we're coming back to our roots and talking about how Latino culture is influencing purchasing power. Little Village, a neighborhood in the southwest side of Chicago, is named the "Mexico of the Midwest" and generates over $900 million annually through its Latino-owned businesses. People come from all over the U.S. to experience the very specific type of nostalgia they can usually only find in Mexico. My immigrant parents sure did as I was growing up. It was here where we could find the botanica with medicinal herbs we were looking for or specific ingredients for a dinner with a taste of the motherland on Sunday afternoons. Customers come for the food, the street vendors, and the experience of feeling at home in a familiar place. This kind of success has the potential to be a blueprint for Latino communities all over the U.S., and this week's guest is sharing how we can both protect this wealth and strengthen it. Jennifer Aguilar is the Executive Director of the Little Village Chamber of Commerce, where she leads the mission to foster the growth and prosperity of businesses in Little Village while harnessing the community's rich cultural heritage to create fresh opportunities. In her role, Jennifer orchestrates the comprehensive planning, coordination, and execution of all facets of the Little Village Chamber of Commerce and Little Village Special Service Area #25. This includes staff management, operations, programs, projects, and services. With over a decade of experience, Jennifer has excelled in safeguarding corporate brand image and reputation through adept management of public and private stakeholder relationships. Authenticity is at the heart of Little Village's success. With traditional street vendors, quinceañeras, and over 100 restaurants, the corridor's success comes from knowing what its customers want. That includes products that are not only culturally comforting but also good for them. During her time at Nostro Queso, Jennifer found that customers prefer to buy organic, preservative-free products and are willing to pay higher prices for products in places like Little Village than they would in chain grocery stores. She says that customers who come to shop at Little Village would rather pay for traditionally made products than anything else. But when towns like Little Village become popular, large corporations often move in, which can negatively affect the community when not done responsibly. In this week's episode, Jen talks about what's going well in Little Village's economy and what we can do to protect it. $900 million is just the beginning. There is so much more that the people of Little Village can accomplish if given the opportunity. To make sure they do get that opportunity, Jen is working with the community to ensure they have the chance to own their spaces, limit the negative side effects of gentrification, and thrive in this generation and the next. No te lo quieres perder. Follow Jen on Instagram: @jenmydear @littlevillagechamber  Follow Moneda Moves on Instagram: @MonedaMoves Follow your host Lyanne Alfaro on Instagram: @LyanneAlfaro Main podcast theme song from Premium Beat. Our music is from Epidemic Sound. Podcast production for this episode was provided by Sarah Tulloch and her podcast production company, CCST.

The Flores brothers, twins Margarito and Pedro Flores, played a significant role in the downfall of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán. Here's a detailed summary of their involvement:Margarito and Pedro Flores were born in Chicago and grew up in the Little Village neighborhood, which is known for its significant Mexican-American population. They became involved in drug trafficking at a young age, working as street-level dealers before ascending to higher levels of the drug trade.The Flores brothers became key players in the Sinaloa Cartel, one of Mexico's most powerful and notorious drug trafficking organizations, led by El Chapo. They were responsible for distributing massive quantities of cocaine in Chicago and other parts of the United States.In 2008, facing the prospect of lengthy prison sentences, the Flores brothers decided to cooperate with U.S. law enforcement authorities. They began providing crucial information about the operations of the Sinaloa Cartel, including details about its leadership structure, drug trafficking routes, and money laundering activities.As part of their cooperation, the Flores brothers engaged in undercover operations, recording conversations with El Chapo and other high-ranking members of the cartel. These recordings provided valuable evidence for prosecutors and law enforcement agencies, helping to build cases against numerous cartel members.The information provided by the Flores brothers played a significant role in the eventual arrest of El Chapo. In 2016, after years of evading capture, El Chapo was apprehended by Mexican authorities following a dramatic raid on his hideout in Los Mochis, Sinaloa. The capture was a major victory for law enforcement agencies in both Mexico and the United States.The cooperation of the Flores brothers dealt a significant blow to the operations of the Sinaloa Cartel and helped dismantle its infrastructure. Their testimony and evidence were instrumental in convicting numerous cartel members, including El Chapo himself, who was sentenced to life in prison in the United States.In this episode, we take a look at how the government rewarded them by shaving time off their sentence.(commercial at 8:47)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Flores sentencing memo.pdf (go.com)

The Flores brothers, twins Margarito and Pedro Flores, played a significant role in the downfall of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán. Here's a detailed summary of their involvement:Margarito and Pedro Flores were born in Chicago and grew up in the Little Village neighborhood, which is known for its significant Mexican-American population. They became involved in drug trafficking at a young age, working as street-level dealers before ascending to higher levels of the drug trade.The Flores brothers became key players in the Sinaloa Cartel, one of Mexico's most powerful and notorious drug trafficking organizations, led by El Chapo. They were responsible for distributing massive quantities of cocaine in Chicago and other parts of the United States.In 2008, facing the prospect of lengthy prison sentences, the Flores brothers decided to cooperate with U.S. law enforcement authorities. They began providing crucial information about the operations of the Sinaloa Cartel, including details about its leadership structure, drug trafficking routes, and money laundering activities.As part of their cooperation, the Flores brothers engaged in undercover operations, recording conversations with El Chapo and other high-ranking members of the cartel. These recordings provided valuable evidence for prosecutors and law enforcement agencies, helping to build cases against numerous cartel members.The information provided by the Flores brothers played a significant role in the eventual arrest of El Chapo. In 2016, after years of evading capture, El Chapo was apprehended by Mexican authorities following a dramatic raid on his hideout in Los Mochis, Sinaloa. The capture was a major victory for law enforcement agencies in both Mexico and the United States.The cooperation of the Flores brothers dealt a significant blow to the operations of the Sinaloa Cartel and helped dismantle its infrastructure. Their testimony and evidence were instrumental in convicting numerous cartel members, including El Chapo himself, who was sentenced to life in prison in the United States.In this episode, we take a look at how the government rewarded them by shaving time off their sentence.(commercial at 7:13)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Flores sentencing memo.pdf (go.com)

Detroit has been in the headlines during this campaign with Donald Trump comparing the city to "a developing nation." But Detroit is also known for its creativity. One couple is using the arts to transform an entire neighborhood, emphasizing possibility. Special correspondent Megan Thompson visited "Little Village" to see its big plans. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Detroit has been in the headlines during this campaign with Donald Trump comparing the city to "a developing nation." But Detroit is also known for its creativity. One couple is using the arts to transform an entire neighborhood, emphasizing possibility. Special correspondent Megan Thompson visited "Little Village" to see its big plans. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

When he was just 20 years old, an act of violence changed James “Jimmy” Soto's life forever. Despite no physical evidence and numerous alibi witnesses, Jimmy and his cousin David were convicted of a 1981 double homicide in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago, IL. They would end up serving 42 years in prison, the longest served wrongful conviction sentences in Illinois history.While incarcerated, Jimmy earned a bachelor's degree and became a regular in the law library. He helped dozens of his fellow inmates with their legal cases, including his cellmate, Robert Almodovar. Jimmy and Robert formed a lifelong friendship. They helped each other survive prison — and now that they are both exonerated, they're helping each other adjust to life on the outside. To learn more and get involved, visit: https://www.gofundme.com/f/life-after-42-yrs-of-wrongful-imprisonmenthttps://paroleillinois.org/ Wrongful Conviction with Lauren Bright Pacheco is a production of Lava for Good™ Podcasts in association with Signal Co. No1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.