Sit Still, Look Opinionated.

Sit Still, Look Opinionated.

“Sit Still, Look Opinionated” is a Chicago based comedy and political satire podcast in the style of “John Oliver” with seasonal weekly episodes. Each show includes SNL style headline jokes, sketches and host, Claire Malkie interviews artists and activists from Chicago and beyond. And don't forget, stay opinionated.

Episodes

February 1, 2022 18 mins
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As always, this week's headlines. Jesus attends a Christmas Party. The podcast reads some radio grams. And finally, an interview with the musical group, The Peppermint Patties.
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December 10, 2021 44 mins

As always, this week's headlines.
Claire is forced to be interviewed by Tucker Carlson.
Claire interviews an infamous Chicago celebrity.
And finally, interview with 40th Ward Democratic Committeewoman, Maggie O'keefe.

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December 3, 2021 56 mins

As always, this week's headlines.
An ad for how to get elected to Republican Congress.
Claire interviews a History Buff.
And finally, our interview with Doula, Lexa Glade.

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As always, this week's headlines.
An ad for glasses that shed light on blue lives.
Claire interviews Mitch McConnell.
And an interview with the band, the Q's!

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November 12, 2021 56 mins

As always, this week's headlines.
A new take on presidential debates.
A commercial for straight white senators.
And then interview with comedian, KJ Snyder.

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As always this week's headlines!
A young woman finds out about the Devil's greatest interest.
We hear a terrifying story from Adulthood.
And finally, interview with creators of Frightmare Theatre Podcast, Nathan Shelton and Andy McMurtrey.

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October 22, 2021 42 mins

As always, this week's headlines.
Claire deals with an uninvited guest.
Claire talks with America's best friends.
And finally, interview with Foundations and Corporate Relations Manager for Sarah's Circle, Lee Poe.

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October 15, 2021 46 mins

As always, this week's headlines!
The podcast welcomes some new artistic sponsors.
Pete Buttigeg unveils his infrastructure plan.
And finally, an interview with podcaster and comedian, Jax Barker!

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As always, this week's headlines.
Claire interviews the people who write history.
A promo for a new reality TV show.
And finally, our interview with Democratic activist, Ferguson Yacyshyn.

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October 1, 2021 47 mins

As always, Claire dives into this week's headlines.
A special series of ads thanking you, the listener.
Claire needs a drink in order to talk about Anti-Vaxxers.
And finally our interview with Emmy award-winning filmmaker, Teddy Wachholz.

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September 24, 2021 58 mins

As always, Claire dives into this week's headlines.
Mickey and the gang promote an old ride at Disney.
Claire interviews a virus.
And finally our interview with environmental activist, Emily McKinnon.

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Claire welcomes you back from the summer with our season 4 premiere, baby! 

As always, Claire dives into this week's headlines.
A new iteration of Reports From Around the House.
A quick ad from Tesla's newest product.
And finally our interview with comedians and host of the podcast Talking Shop, James Dugan and Rob Grabowski.


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As always, Claire dives into this week's headlines.
Gabe reports from Mars.
And finally our interview with producer and co-head writer of the podcast, Michael Dritto.

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As always, Claire dives into this week's headlines.
Gabe and Fee deliver a segment on in-person baseball games happening again.
Claire tries to join Mike in a song about baking.
And finally our interview with actor and comedian, Asia Martin.

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April 30, 2021 44 mins

As always, Claire dives into this week's headlines.
A new ad for those elderly folk who just can't seem to stop misplacing their Life Alerts.
Claire and Gabe do an interview with head of the Monkey Union, Mr. Bananas.
And finally our interview with writer and producer of Huggable Riot, Amy Anderson.

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April 23, 2021 55 mins

Claire does a deep dive into Local Journalism!
What exactly is journalism? Why is it important? What do they cover?

As always, this week's headlines.
A promo for the new Netflix series, Claire in Paris.
And an interview with Professor of Journalism at UCF, Rick Brunson.

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As always, Claire dives into this week's headlines.
Claire delivers another segment of Reports From Around the House!
Claire does her version of a Square Space Ad.
And finally our interview with playwrights of Three Sisters, Four Women Samantha Haviland, and Laura Michele Erle.

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As always, Claire dives into this week's headlines.
Fee gets EXTRA as a medium.
Claire learns about the political leanings of her pet rock.
And finally our interview with co-founder of Theatre in the Dark, Mack Gordon.

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April 2, 2021 51 mins

Claire does a deep dive into Local Politics!
How do they work? Do they actually hold power? How can you get involved?

As always, this week's headlines.
Claire needs a drink in order to talk about a certain subject.
And an interview with Chicago Alderman, Matt Martin.

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