Dynasty Podcasts: Chicagoverse

Updated: 29 Dec 2025 • 370 episodes
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Host Jaime Black interviews Chicago's creative class: musicians, industry, tech, nightlife, college talent, and more on Chicago's first ever and longest-running music podcast network.

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C​hicago journalist Jesus J. Montero​ guests on Dynasty Podcasts to delve into his impressive media career. Montero​ shares his thoughts on the state of independent journalism in 2025, as well as operating as an independent media producer in Chicago. He also details his approach to his community and activism​-focused j

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​Jaime Black visits Dimmi Dimmi​ to connect with Chef Matt Eckfeld​ over a plate of housemade cheese sticks. Eckfeld​ details the steps that led to opening his own concept in Lincoln Park after years in other kitchens and other locales. The chef also speaks on h​is approach to Chicago Italian, emphasizes Dimmi Dimmi​'s

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Filmmaker Noah Guardado guests on Dynasty Podcasts to preview the Loose Ends & Friends indie film festival, happening Thursday, December 18th at the Ramova Theatre. Guardado details his filmmaking origins and shares how the film festival came together. The director also previews the local filmmakers involved with the L

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Official in-game DJ at Chicago Sky and Chicago Bulls concourse and atrium DJ Ca$h Era (@djcashera), helicopter camera operator Kamil Galimski (@chiheliguy), and digital and visual artist/photographer art.meder (@art.meder) come together for the second of two Monetizing Your Creative Career Dynasty Panelcasts events at 

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Event producer Samantha Boehlen (@boehlencuration) and social creator Keez Carter (@richoffimpact) hold court for the first of two Monetizing Your Creative Career Dynasty Panelcasts events at Chicago Athletic Association. The two creatives reveal how they were able to turn their own entrepreneurial pursuits into profes

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Local Style Chips​ Founder Laura Gardner ​guests on Dynasty Podcasts to detail the origins of her Chicago-centric venture. Gardner​ speaks on the DIY approach behind Local Style Chips​, including visiting local businesses in person to pitch the snack line.​ She also reveals the process behind developing Chicago-centric

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