Andrew Gill

Producer, Sound Opinions

Andrew Gill is a Sound Opinions producer, who joined the show full-time in 2018. Before that he worked as a digital producer for WBEZ, focusing on photojournalism, video production, podcasting, blogging and social media over 12 years. During that time he produced videos of more than 100 Sound Opinions sessions. His work on various projects has garnered AP awards, an Edward R Murrow Award, a National Association of Black Journalists Salute to Excellence Award and multiple awards from the North American Guild of Beer Writers.

Andrew grew up in Florida and lives in Chicago with his wife, son and cat.

Stories by Andrew Gill

- Sound Opinions
- Culture & The Arts
History in Song, Bethany Cosentino of Best Coast

Sometimes musicians double as historians, documenting the world around them. This week, Jim and Greg share some of their favorite tracks about historical figures, events and places. Plus, a conversation with Best Coast’s Bethany Cosentino about sobriety and how it has affected her music.
May 22, 2020 read more
The Best Albums of 2019

As 2019 comes to a close, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot reflect on the best albums of the year. They also hear from Sound Opinions producers and listeners about their favorites.
Dec 13, 2019 read more
Black Lives Matter Takes On Hunger With New Food Box

Riffing on little free libraries, Black Lives Matter Chicago is trying a simple approach to fighting hunger.
Nov 20, 2017
BYOB Restaurants Can Now Charge Corkage Fees, But Will They?

Until last week, the city’s Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection warned restaurant owners that they could not charge “corkage fees.”
June 6, 2016
Why Chicago BYOBs Like Nobody’s Business

Combine gangster-era liquor laws with a twist of modern creativity, add a dash of laid-back spirit, and you’ve got a cocktail that makes Chicago the BYOB capital of the country.
May 9, 2016
After 40 years, Chicago’s Deep Tunnel is done

Take a last look before Thornton Reservoir fills and finishes a chapter of Chicago public works history.
Sept 1, 2015
In baseball, kids and cops find common ground

An Englewood group aims to mend the relationship between police and the community.
June 8, 2015
When should we tear down historic buildings?

Take a photo tour of the buildings Preservation Chicago says are the seven most endangered in Chicago.
May 21, 2015
Hollywood’s biggest night on public radio

We collected our favorite Oscar-related interviews and conversations from podcasts and public radio. Think of it as the red carpet pre-show, but for your ears.
Feb 19, 2015
Did you have trouble voting?

Did you experience any voting irregularities in Chicago? If so, use this form to tell us.
Nov 4, 2014