I enjoy Reset’s content about the Chicagoland area. It gives good context on specific issues in a format similar to NYT’s The Daily gives on worldwide issues. My only complaint is a technical one, which is that the maximum volume of the episodes is lower than most of the other podcasts I listen to, including some from WBEZ. There are times when I am unable to listen to it because the ambient noise level around me is too high, but other podcast with higher max volume are completely understandable. If this level can be adjusted then the podcast would be near perfect in my eyes.

This podcast promotes views of “inequities” in Chicago and that correcting these alleged “systemic” problems requires further favoritism and discrimination based on color and other identity characteristics like sexual orientation. What isn’t understood is the focus on race and favoritism just hurts the individuals struggling in this city and is not sustainable. Please read the Constitution and recent court decisions and stop the race rhetoric. It’s harmful and unproductive.

Hearing Sasha hang up on Richard Pearson of the Illinois Division of the NRA was perfect. Natalie Moore interviews and segments are my favorites.

Sasha is such a great journalist! She asks all the right questions ! Keep up the great work

I look forward to the Weekly News Recap. It is an excellent show with a knowledgeable panel. Sasha Ann Simon is an excellent moderator. I learn so much!!

Great show and host—I especially enjoy the Friday news recaps!

I really appreciate Reset and the way it digs into issues and events affecting Chicago and people in the surrounding areas. Sasha-Ann Simons, the host, is very thoughtful in her questions and conversation moderation. She also brings in an interesting outsider’s perspective of someone who’s getting to know the city and hasn’t lived here for forever. I especially enjoy the Friday news round ups and that sort of rapid-fire “here’s what you need to know” format. I look forward to each afternoon because it means another episode of Reset.

Bring back Fresh Air. Two hours of this show is miserable. It’s supposed to be a hyper-local show, but the host doesn’t know Chicago. She does not Dona good job of bringing out the best discussions with the guests. She doesn’t ask good follow up questions.

The re-imagine Chicago series has been so good these last few weeks! Everyone livingin the city should check it out. Through that series and the regular daily episodes I’ve learned so much about what’s going on in the city, what has got us to where we are, and what we could do differently going forward.

I listen to Reset every chance I get. Big fan since it started a couple years ago. Your new host Sasha-Ann Simons keeps the conversation moving in a thoughtful, engaging way. I think you guys have found a hidden gem!

Love reset and the topics however not a fan of Sasha she just doesn’t push back in questioning the way Justin and Jen would. In-depth topics just come off as fluff pieces because she doesn’t steer the conversation ever it’s always the interviewee.

I enjoy listening but you need to edit out your mouse clicking that can be heard through out the show. It’s annoying and distracting to be listening to a guest speaker and hear the host clicking around on their computer.

Reset is my go-to when I want to take Chicago with me, whether I’m at home in the city or on my frequent travels for work out of state. I know I’m getting too-notch information and well-sourced subject-matter guests who surprise and delight. Sasha seems as if she’s been here the whole time. So while we’ll miss the excellence of Justin Kaufmann and Jen White (now at 1a), Sasha keeps giving us a necessary taste of Chicago. Reset feels and sounds like home.

I just love the new sound!! Sasha Ann Simons is a hidden gem!! Loved her on 1A!

We hope that he will be getting his own show on WBEZ. He’s done a great job on reset!

Wonderful coverage of Chicago and its context in national issues, always thoughtful and thorough.

Reset is a fantastic show that is informative and a must listen for Chicagoans to stay informed. It’s coverage of coronavirus is one of the best in the city. Can’t stress how important this podcast is.

A must-listen podcast for Chicagoans to help them stay informed. I always tune in.

Always appreciate their coverage every time I tune in. One of my favorite subscriptions.

WBEZ's Reset tells me everything I need to know about the day, and more. Told from a clear, sober-minded perspective, Reset is a must listen for residents of Illinois and beyond.

Tune in every week….

Helps me stay up to date with the latest news in my city. If you haven’t listened to this yet, it’s time you start.

I moved to Chicago barely knowing a soul and hadn’t driven a car in a long time after living in nyc- finding WBEZ was like making a group of intelligent, inquisitive friends who know exactly what you’re curious about and have the answers to your questions. 9 years later, their familiar voices have become like family when I hear them on my drive to and from work. Reset is my new favorite show where I learn so much about important local and National issues as well. I’m going to turn it on now!!

The one podcast that’s a no brainer/ great listen - and some of my favorite voices! Mixed bag of content that always keeps it interesting!

This podcast to go to when you want to know what’s happening in Chicago. Short and straight to the point, the news and content you need. If you are a resident of Chicago this podcast is a must listen.

Reset is fantastic! They bring in the people you most want to hear from on the big issues of the day. I also love the variety of discussions from politics to health, pop culture to the arts, and education to the environment. Keep it coming!

A mid-day must listen. Justin continues to keep me informed about my community, state and National news.

If you want to keep up with issues facing the city, nation and the world you’d be hard pressed to find a show more relevant than Reset. Whether it’s politics, culture, the arts or society, Reset is consistently impressive, entertaining, and on point.

Great to hear local opinions and experts!

Reset from WBEZ is my pick for local content. It provides timely news and analysis. I’m busy and can’t always devote my time to reading the local papers but Reset provides me with Chicago news, information, arts and culture. Plus I get to hear from local journalists.

A must for my midday break. Justin Rocks

The best podcast for keeping on top of what’s happening in our city!

Local news related to Chicago, with interesting and important guests within office and community members. It’s a been left leaning, but not crazy radical.

I absolutely love this podcast. The production quality and content are amazing. Highly recommend!

Justin is great. I also liked it when you had different hosts to change things up.

Love the conversations and in-depth dive into topics that are truly relevant for Chicagoans. It always gives insights on the top things going on locally and when a national topic is taken, it really gives the right spin on how it’s relevant to us in Chicago.

Stuck working from home and miss the camaraderie of your workplace? Listen to Reset. WFH is better with the mid-day soundtrack of thoughtful interviews, tenacious local reporting, and familiarity Reset delivers daily. 10/10

No other show in Chicago or any major city brings such excellence, empathy and facts to the discussion abour the major issues on the minds of people! The show keeps getting better. I love the Friday News Roundup and all the great insights from reporters.

Great mix of content and topics covered, and it really adds something to the conversation. Highly recommend.

Reset is my go-to podcast for understanding what is happening here in Chicagoland and Illinois. Very often I hear things important to my work or my community I would otherwise have missed. It is also a fun listen. Harold Pollack

Always informative and engaging, highly recommend.

RESET keeps me up to date with the biggest stories in chicago and beyond. i can always count on this program for sharp analysis of the day’s top stories. of course i miss jenn, but they’ve managed the transition well. can’t wait to see what’s next!

A great podcast for every Chicagoan to get our daily news at both the local and national level! I love to tune in during my lunchtime at work.

Subscribed to podcast to catch on what I missed during the day. I enjoy listening to Justin very much! Glad he’s back on WBEZ.

the new version just isn’t as politically incisive as it used to be

Jen White has slowly slid into a prominent spot at WBEZ over the last two years, and it’s a huge improvement for Chicago's NPR station. On air she is competent and smooth, personal and asks perfect questions. I started hearing her on Making Obama and then 16 Shots and so glad local NPR was able to land her permanently. There were moments in the past where WBEZ local hosts had me wince in the car—the level was so obviously not on par with national level coverage. Now it's changed: Jen White could be hosting All Things Considered. The professionalism and quality is where we should be for global city! Thanks WBEZ.

A mix of arts, politics, public health, architecture, current events, and important issues that help me understand Chicago (and the country and world) on a deeper level. I’ve been listening for a couple months and it’s my favorite new podcast. Jenn White is an amazing host and interviewer.

Finally seems like one show per episode with the new host. Must listen for Chicagoans.

I would prefer to have all segments of a particular day be in a single show format.