Artwork

Content provided by Chicago Sun-Times. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Chicago Sun-Times or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.
Player FM - Podcast App
Go offline with the Player FM app!

Ray Long Reflects on a Storied Career in Journalism

40:04
 
Share
 

Manage episode 491961035 series 2711804
Content provided by Chicago Sun-Times. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Chicago Sun-Times or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

In this episode, Fran Spielman welcomes Ray Long, a recently retired investigative reporter for the Chicago Tribune with over 45 years in journalism. Long discusses his career journey, including his early days covering City Hall with Spielman, memorable stories from his stint as a reporter, and significant events like the turbulent tenure of Mayor Richard M. Daley. They also touch on Long's moderate upbringing, his transition from aspiring radio personality to print journalism, and his experience writing a book on political heavyweight Mike Madigan without direct interviews.

  continue reading

315 episodes

Artwork
iconShare
 
Manage episode 491961035 series 2711804
Content provided by Chicago Sun-Times. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Chicago Sun-Times or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

In this episode, Fran Spielman welcomes Ray Long, a recently retired investigative reporter for the Chicago Tribune with over 45 years in journalism. Long discusses his career journey, including his early days covering City Hall with Spielman, memorable stories from his stint as a reporter, and significant events like the turbulent tenure of Mayor Richard M. Daley. They also touch on Long's moderate upbringing, his transition from aspiring radio personality to print journalism, and his experience writing a book on political heavyweight Mike Madigan without direct interviews.

  continue reading

315 episodes

All episodes

×
 
Loading …

Welcome to Player FM!

Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.

 

Quick Reference Guide

Copyright 2025 | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | | Copyright
Listen to this show while you explore
Play