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Not Live

Not Live

Written by: Fox 32 Chicago
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Not Live is a podcast is where the newsmakers stop giving soundbites and start having real conversations. We go beyond the headlines to talk about the stories, personalities, and experiences that don't fit into a two-minute TV segment. It's unscripted, unexpected, and a chance to get to know the people behind the title.2026 Fox 32 Chicago Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Not Live with Juliana Stratton

    Not Live with Juliana Stratton
    Oct 22 2026
    FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton. In this personal conversation, Juliana reflects on her Far South Side upbringing, her four daughters and their hilarious family group chat, her love for Beyoncé and Chicago house music, and her transformative experience as a caregiver for her parents.Episode Highlights:• Why Juliana always starts the dance floor and buffet line• Meet her four daughters: the project manager, creative, urban farmer, and triple threat• Lessons from her father's Selma to Montgomery march and his 1965 essay• The truth about Governor JB Pritzker's storytelling and sense of humor• Rapid-fire questions on pineapple pizza, curling in the Olympics, and her go-to Chicago spots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Not Live with Mariyana Spyropoulos

    Not Live with Mariyana Spyropoulos
    Oct 15 2026
    FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with Mariyana Spyropoulos, Clerk of the Cook County Circuit Court. In this personal conversation, Mariyana shares her journey from growing up as an immigrant child on Chicago's South Side to practicing law, leading environmental initiatives, and transforming Cook County's court system. Episode Highlights: • Growing up first-generation Greek American and comparing her childhood to 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding' • Lessons learned from her late father and the comfort of making homemade Pastitsio • Transitions from MWRD Commissioner to managing one of the largest court systems in the world • Stories from working in London's financial district and evaluating Czech crystal • Rapid-fire choices on phone screen time, bread makers, and favorite flowers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • Not Live with Marc Malnati

    Not Live with Marc Malnati
    Oct 8 2026
    FOX Chicago’s Lauren Scafidi is 'Not Live' with Lou Malnati's owner Marc Malnati. In this candid and personal conversation, Marc reflects on life growing up with his larger-than-life father Lou, opening day madness at the original restaurant, overcoming loss and grief, and how mental health awareness transformed his company culture. Plus, he shares an incredible golf redemption story involving Cubs Game 7 and Augusta National, puts his palate to the test in a blind deep-dish taste test, and reveals the secret behind Chicago's favorite pizza.Episode Highlights: Why eating deep dish with your hands makes you a "heathen" Opening day drama: The Cadillac that crashed through the dining room wall How the Taste of Chicago saved Lou Malnati's from bankruptcy Grief, therapy, and building a 50-year workplace family culture Missing World Series Game 7 for an unthinkable Augusta National invitation Blind Deep Dish Challenge: Can Marc spot Lou Malnati's vs. Giordano's and Pizzeria Uno? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 mins
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