Candid Candace Jordan-The Podcast!

Episode #32 Summer in Chicago!

Summer in Chicago is officially here! My co-host/producer John St. Augustine and I share some of our favorite memories and recaps of the city’s TOP fundraisers and special events! We chat about the magic of MCA’s ArtEdge gala; the other-worldliness of The Joffrey Ballet’s “Midsummer Celebration”; Steppenwolf’s starry night; HCRF’s recent fashion show; The Chicago International Film Festival party; Chicago Star’s 4^th birthday and more. I also reveal some of my favorite upcoming events, including this weekend’s AMDUR Productions’ debut Mag Mile Art Fest; Navy Pier’s “Illuminarium”; Sundance Film Fest’s Chicago opening; PAWS Chicago Beach Party; the Happiness Club dance party and so much more. So, relax on your backyard swing with a cold brew and enjoy the show!

Episode #31-Memorial Day 2024

For this Memorial Day weekend podcast, my co-host/producer John St. Augustine, and I chat about a whole slew of fun (and not-so-fun) events that have been happening around town. Check out our takes on the Titanic Exhibition, the Chicago Architectural Boat Tour, The Dream Awards, Driehaus Fashion Awards, Misericordia’s “Artist in All” event, the Minds Matter Gala with Dr. James Chandler and so much more. I also share my thoughts on upcoming events that I think you should definitely put on your calendar. They include the PAWS Chicago Beach Party, Chicago Lighthouse’s “Seeing What’s Possible” gala, Joffrey gala and “Joffrey for All” event in Millennium Park, the HCRF Fashion Show, The Service Club’s “Day on the Terrace,” and last, but not least, the variety of fun art festivals coming this summer from the Randolph Street Market and Amdur Productions! I also urge you to check out the amazing finds at the Golden Triangle, 2035 W. Grand Ave. Co-owner Doug Van Tress is just back from his travels and has loaded the store with beautiful treasures! Sending lots of love and respect to the Gold Star families and to those that gave their last full measure to make our nation a better place to live. We salute you!  

Episode #30-And The Winner Is..!

Welcome to a fabulous Friday with “Candid Candace – The Podcast!” My co-host/producer John St. Augustine and I are simply gushing, as we share a surprise that came our way, and can’t wait for you to hear all about it. I also share some behind-the-scenes fun from recent sold-out parties including the star-filled “Beyond the Diamond” event benefiting the Chicago White Sox Charities; the RMHC gala at The Geraghty (with a surprise guest); the Auditorium Theatre gala honoring two fabulous civic leaders and more! I also share some not-to-be-missed upcoming events like Broadway in Chicago’s exciting production of “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child”; Misericordia’s “Artist in All” event at The Art Institute: The Service Club of Chicago’s “Spring Hat Luncheon”; HCRF’s fashion show fundraiser; Chicago’s First Lady River Cruise; the Minds Matter and Steppenwolf galas and more. John shares an exciting lunch with the legend and friend of the show, Rick Kogan, and some great ideas for what to do over Mother’s Day weekend. And we both recap the Met Gala – you won’t want to miss this! So, grab your beverage of choice, make yourself comfortable on a garden bench and take a listen. We hope you enjoy this award-winning show!

 

Episode #29-Holy Cow! with Grant DePorter!

In this “Thank goodness it’s FriYAY” podcast, my friend/co-host/producer John St. Augustine and I take a deep dive into the P.T. Barnum of the restaurant business, Grant DePorter. Besides being so successful, he’s a master storyteller who had us in stitches about the history of the "Bartman Ball," his many prophecies that uncannily come true, his BIG upcoming Worldwide Toast to Harry Caray and so much more. I also share all the fun from last night’s WINGS Program’s debut fundraiser “BLOSSOM”….I am still on cloud nine. And, as always, I share a whole list of must-attend events for you to put on your calendar. Please enjoy this love letter to Chicago with an ice-cold Pinot Grigio and put it on my tab!

Episode #28-Memories of Hef & More!

In this week’s “Candid Candace – The Podcast!” my co-host/producer John St. Augustine and I share the joys of the season as well as a ton of exciting events, both past and future. And, in honor of Hugh Hefner’s recent birthday, I share some funny memories of my old boss. I’ll also take you inside the recent Bear Tie Ball and a fabulous pre-party for the WINGS’ Blossom fundraiser. As always, I share exciting event news - this week it includes The Joffrey Ballet, PAWS Chicago, the Dream Awards, Randolph Street Market, After School Matters Sneaker Ball, Amdur Production’s upcoming art fairs, the Driehaus Fashion show (produced by my friend Tracey DiBuono) and a new event for me, the Minds Matter Gala. I also share some real estate news about my friend Leslie Hindman’s magnificent palazzo on Lake Shore Drive that is now up for sale. We hope you have a fun weekend! Spring has finally sprung, so grab an iced tea on the veranda and take a listen.

Episode #27-Fred Weintraub

Welcome to “Candid Candace- The Podcast” and happy Good Friday from my co-host/producer John St. Augustine and me! If you’re a fan of the Royals and, even if you’re not, you will love this segment! Fred Weintraub, Emmy Award-winning journalist and “Royal Watcher,” gives us the inside track on the current state of Kate, William, Charles, and the rest. He’s lived part-time in London for the past nine years and has a unique perspective on this most famous British family. We also delve into the events scene with a vengeance. The city is exploding with love and philanthropy for its favorite charities, from animal welfare to fashion shows supporting cancer research and domestic violence awareness, we’ve got you covered. So, sit back, give thanks for your blessings on this Easter weekend and enjoy the show!

Episode #26-Richard Roeper

In this exciting episode of “Candid Candace- The Podcast!” my co-host John St. Augustine and I had the honor to interview “Mr. Film,” Richard Roeper in advance of the Oscars on Sunday. He gives us some key insights about what to expect, who the winners might be, what he thinks the future is for movie theaters, who his favorite actors/actresses are and so much more! We also chat about Chef Art Smith’s exclusive pickleball party, the latest Costume Council event, and what’s coming up on the calendar. Lastly, we celebrate our first anniversary on-air and thank all the listeners out there who now number in the thousands! Who would’ve guessed?!  Sit back, grab some popcorn, and enjoy the show!

Episode #25-Nigel Barker

In this episode of “Candid Candace – The Podcast!” John St. Augustine and I chat with one of the top fashion photographers in the world, Nigel Barker. He’s also appeared as a judge and photographer on the hot CBS series, “America’s Next Top Model.” In our interview, he discusses what the hottest thing in fashion is right now, what makes ‘supermodels’ supermodels, his favorite piece of advice, his coolest experience on ANTM, and what he thinks about Chicago. He also discusses the upcoming ‘Blossom’ fashion show benefiting WINGS that he will be emceeing. Next, we welcome back  Emmy Award-winning media personality and all-around cool lady, Jenniffer Weigel, to talk about her upcoming one woman show, “I’m Spiritual Dammit!” that you won’t want to miss. And, as usual, I share some behind-the-velvet ropes intel about recent parties and what to put on your calendar next. So, grab a cold one (or two) and listen here!