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Patrick Smith

Co-host, Say More

Patrick is the co-host of WBEZ’s Say More with Mary Dixon and Patrick Smith. Most recently he edited public safety coverage at WBEZ and the Chicago Sun-Times.

Latest from Patrick Smith

For some folks, May is so busy, it’s earned a new name: “Maycember.” ‘Say More’ discusses how to navigate the month’s many demands and how to say ‘no’ from time to time.
A Chicago-area company forced the Trump administration to undo much of its tariff policy. Now that toy company and others want their money back.
‘Say More’ celebrates National Library Week with Chicago Public Library Commissioner Chris Brown.
Joabe Barbosa, who is running every block in Chicago, talks to ‘Say More’ about what he’s learned and what he loves about Chicago.
The best-selling author of “Gone Girl” and “Sharp Objects” takes listener calls and shares her favorite mysteries and thrillers.
The U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire on the heels of President Trump’s threat to end Iran’s civilization. Guests and WBEZ listeners weigh in.
A new book describes a revolt by the “college educated working class.” Say More talks to the author and asks listeners whether they’d recommend college today for the young people in their lives.
Actor and writer Brendan Hunt (Coach Beard on ‘Ted Lasso’) returns home to Chicago with a new solo show at Steppenwolf Theatre.
What would you like Chicago’s inspector general to investigate?
“I think the public needs to be better educated on the Welcoming City Ordinance, the TRUST Act — [and] what police officers are supposed to do in these situations,” the CPD superintendent told WBEZ.
Cook County property taxes have soared to nearly double the rate of inflation, according to a new report from the Cook County treasurer.
The Bears and White Sox want new stadiums. The Bulls and Blackhawks want a tax break. Should taxpayers help fund stadium projects?
Young people who used social media for more than five hours a day reported a lower level of happiness, according to the latest World Happiness Report.
Why is the pay gap growing?
We put listeners’ knowledge to the test.
From cabbage patches to your indoor spider plant, we take your questions and tips on how to start your spring garden
Why has there been a lack of accountability for Americans named in the Epstein files? What should we know about U.S. military strikes on Iran?
Chicago Sun-Times national politics reporter Tina Sfondeles and WBEZ listeners share their takeaways from the president’s State of the Union address.