Gwen Ihnat
@gwenemarie.bsky.social
Arts & Culture Editor at Block Club Chicago. ex-WBBMNewsradio, AV Club/Takeout. Twins/puppy mom. Opinions my own. Chicago for life. she/her Pitch me at [email protected]
My hand to God, if/when we all get through this, I will die happy and never fret about stupid tedious everyday bullshit ever again. Anyone else feel that way? Thinking fondly of days when you could worry about a stain at the dry cleaner or passing your vehicle emissions test?
March 6, 2026 at 8:21 PM
My hand to God, if/when we all get through this, I will die happy and never fret about stupid tedious everyday bullshit ever again. Anyone else feel that way? Thinking fondly of days when you could worry about a stain at the dry cleaner or passing your vehicle emissions test?
I was fortunate enough to get to see Sir Ian McKellen last night for an evening I will never forget. For @blockclubchi.bsky.social:
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Ian McKellen Enchants Chicago Students With Tales Of X-Men And Shakespeare
The acclaimed stage and screen actor, well known to movie audiences as Magneto from "X-Men" and Gandalf from "Lord of the Rings," regaled the crowd during a benefit performance at the Chicago Shakespe...
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January 30, 2026 at 9:31 PM
I was fortunate enough to get to see Sir Ian McKellen last night for an evening I will never forget. For @blockclubchi.bsky.social:
blockclubchicago.org/2026/01/30/i...
blockclubchicago.org/2026/01/30/i...
For the definitive account of the federal government's invasion of Chicago this year, you have got to read
@blockclubchi.bsky.social 's year-end project that went up today. The accounts, the photos, the reporting — I am so proud of this team, I have no words.
blockclubchicago.org/2025/12/30/c...
@blockclubchi.bsky.social 's year-end project that went up today. The accounts, the photos, the reporting — I am so proud of this team, I have no words.
blockclubchicago.org/2025/12/30/c...
Chicago Under Siege: How Operation Midway Blitz Changed Our City
Federal agents arrested thousands during an unprecedented immigration mission in Chicago. They also killed a man, shot a woman five times, tear-gassed a 1-year-old, separated families and brutalized p...
blockclubchicago.org
December 30, 2025 at 6:14 PM
For the definitive account of the federal government's invasion of Chicago this year, you have got to read
@blockclubchi.bsky.social 's year-end project that went up today. The accounts, the photos, the reporting — I am so proud of this team, I have no words.
blockclubchicago.org/2025/12/30/c...
@blockclubchi.bsky.social 's year-end project that went up today. The accounts, the photos, the reporting — I am so proud of this team, I have no words.
blockclubchicago.org/2025/12/30/c...
Reposted by Gwen Ihnat
Man Who Thought Fleetwood Mac’s ‘The Chain’ Was Over In For Thrill Of His Fucking Life
Man Who Thought Fleetwood Mac’s ‘The Chain’ Was Over In For Thrill Of His Fucking Life
BOSTON—Prematurely assuming he had reached the end of the 1977 rock masterpiece, local man Peter Verran, who thought Fleetwood Mac’s “The Chain” was over, was reportedly in for the thrill of his fucki...
theonion.com
November 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Man Who Thought Fleetwood Mac’s ‘The Chain’ Was Over In For Thrill Of His Fucking Life
My favorite story on the @blockclubchi.bsky.social site this morning:
A fascinating deep dive by @clintworthing.bsky.social into the fact vs fiction details of Netflix's current No. 1 movie:
blockclubchicago.org/2025/10/30/w...
A fascinating deep dive by @clintworthing.bsky.social into the fact vs fiction details of Netflix's current No. 1 movie:
blockclubchicago.org/2025/10/30/w...
What Would Happen If Chicago Got Nuked? A Nuclear Expert Talks About 'A House Of Dynamite'
The surprisingly prescient Kathryn Bigelow movie that just dropped on Netflix explores what happens when a presumably nuclear missile is headed toward the United States.
blockclubchicago.org
October 30, 2025 at 2:42 PM
My favorite story on the @blockclubchi.bsky.social site this morning:
A fascinating deep dive by @clintworthing.bsky.social into the fact vs fiction details of Netflix's current No. 1 movie:
blockclubchicago.org/2025/10/30/w...
A fascinating deep dive by @clintworthing.bsky.social into the fact vs fiction details of Netflix's current No. 1 movie:
blockclubchicago.org/2025/10/30/w...
Aiming to become the next Michael Sneed. Related: I had a really fun time at the Goodman last night-
blockclubchicago.org/2025/09/16/c...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/09/16/c...
Celebs Turn Out For Goodman Theatre's 'Ashland Avenue' Premiere Starring Jenna Fischer
The play stars Fischer of "The Office" and was written by her husband, Lee Kirk. It runs through Oct. 12.
blockclubchicago.org
September 16, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Aiming to become the next Michael Sneed. Related: I had a really fun time at the Goodman last night-
blockclubchicago.org/2025/09/16/c...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/09/16/c...
Excited for this latest MCU entry that's actually based in Chicago! @zacharylee.bsky.social talked to "Ironheart"'s creators and star for @blockclubchi.bsky.social ahead of the series debut Tuesday:
blockclubchicago.org/2025/06/23/i...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/06/23/i...
'Ironheart' Drops Tuesday On Disney+, Starring Chicago's Marvel Superhero
The series was filmed in the city and created with input from Chicago writer and academic Eve L. Ewing, who helped reinvent the Ironheart character.
blockclubchicago.org
June 23, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Excited for this latest MCU entry that's actually based in Chicago! @zacharylee.bsky.social talked to "Ironheart"'s creators and star for @blockclubchi.bsky.social ahead of the series debut Tuesday:
blockclubchicago.org/2025/06/23/i...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/06/23/i...
A Chicago pope! Visit @blockclubchi.bsky.social for the latest in crucial updates on the new local-born pontiff:
blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/08/d...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/08/d...
Da Pope: Chicago Loses Its Mind Over Homegrown Pontiff
Within minutes of the announcement, Chicagoans had Photoshopped the new pope holding an Italian beef sandwich and made at least 50 Malört jokes.
blockclubchicago.org
May 8, 2025 at 7:06 PM
A Chicago pope! Visit @blockclubchi.bsky.social for the latest in crucial updates on the new local-born pontiff:
blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/08/d...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/08/d...
Looks like all those online debates (cars vs. no cars) in the neighborhood are about to wrap up. Vital Lincoln Square news courtesy of @avhndz.bsky.social and @blockclubchi.bsky.social :
blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/01/h...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/01/h...
Heart Of Lincoln Square Expected To Reopen To Cars Next Week
ComEd crews completed emergency repairs Wednesday, and previously scheduled construction should be done by late next week — but a Leland Avenue closure is coming, according to Ald. Matt Martin's offic...
blockclubchicago.org
May 1, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Looks like all those online debates (cars vs. no cars) in the neighborhood are about to wrap up. Vital Lincoln Square news courtesy of @avhndz.bsky.social and @blockclubchi.bsky.social :
blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/01/h...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/05/01/h...
Damn Riot Fest dragging me back in with Weird Al and the Didjits. Also extremely curious about the Hanson and Beach Boys sets.
blockclubchicago.org/2025/04/23/r...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/04/23/r...
Riot Fest 2025 Lineup Is Out With Headliners Weezer, Green Day And Blink-182
The 2025 fest, which will mark the 20th anniversary of the alternative music festival, will again take place in Douglass Park on Sept. 19-21.
blockclubchicago.org
April 23, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Damn Riot Fest dragging me back in with Weird Al and the Didjits. Also extremely curious about the Hanson and Beach Boys sets.
blockclubchicago.org/2025/04/23/r...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/04/23/r...
Amazing photos and reporting on yesterday's march by @blockclubchi.bsky.social
blockclubchicago.org/2025/04/05/m...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/04/05/m...
Massive Crowds March Downtown Against Trump, Musk At 'Hands Off' Protest
An estimated 30,000 people joined the Chicago edition of the "Hands Off" day of action, which saw communities across the country protest President Donald Trump and Elon Musk's cuts to government and s...
blockclubchicago.org
April 6, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Amazing photos and reporting on yesterday's march by @blockclubchi.bsky.social
blockclubchicago.org/2025/04/05/m...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/04/05/m...
Amazing to get to talk to @gregkot.bsky.social and @jimderogatis.bsky.social about reaching a major "Sound Opinions" milestone this week, congrats! On @blockclubchi.bsky.social today:
blockclubchicago.org/2025/01/23/s...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/01/23/s...
Sound Opinions Hits 1,000 Episodes As 'World's Only Rock 'N' Roll Talk Show'
The nationally syndicated, long-running program is helmed by veteran Chicago journalists Greg Kot and Jim DeRogatis.
blockclubchicago.org
January 23, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Amazing to get to talk to @gregkot.bsky.social and @jimderogatis.bsky.social about reaching a major "Sound Opinions" milestone this week, congrats! On @blockclubchi.bsky.social today:
blockclubchicago.org/2025/01/23/s...
blockclubchicago.org/2025/01/23/s...
Well, that Surgeon General announcement about alcohol being a carcinogen sure makes this year's Dryuary challenge easier, since both my parents died of cancer. Here for any and all mocktail recipes, meditation apps and any other Sober Challenge tips- good luck all! #DryJanuary
January 4, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Well, that Surgeon General announcement about alcohol being a carcinogen sure makes this year's Dryuary challenge easier, since both my parents died of cancer. Here for any and all mocktail recipes, meditation apps and any other Sober Challenge tips- good luck all! #DryJanuary
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December 31, 2024 at 6:32 PM
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I love a holiday rom-com, so obv. I am super-excited about one filmed not in Toronto standing in for a nondescript small town, but in my very own neighborhood. Full story on @blockclubchi.bsky.social today:
blockclubchicago.org/2024/12/16/i...
blockclubchicago.org/2024/12/16/i...
In New Holiday Rom-com 'Christmas In Chicago,' Lincoln Square Is The Star
Local businesses — including Timeless Toys in the square — feature prominently in the to-be-released film by writer/director Mark Nathan.
blockclubchicago.org
December 16, 2024 at 3:06 PM
I love a holiday rom-com, so obv. I am super-excited about one filmed not in Toronto standing in for a nondescript small town, but in my very own neighborhood. Full story on @blockclubchi.bsky.social today:
blockclubchicago.org/2024/12/16/i...
blockclubchicago.org/2024/12/16/i...
Looking for some classic black-and-white holiday movies that you haven't already seen a million times? EW just re-circulated this list I wrote a few years ago, with a few new adds: If you're sick of "It's a Wonderful Life," I highly recommend "The Shop Around the Corner":
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The 15 best classic Christmas movies to watch this year
EW compiles the finest classic Christmas movies to enjoy this holiday season, from revered staples like "It's a Wonderful Life" to underrated picks such as 'I'll Be Seeing You.'
ew.com
December 15, 2024 at 12:37 AM
Looking for some classic black-and-white holiday movies that you haven't already seen a million times? EW just re-circulated this list I wrote a few years ago, with a few new adds: If you're sick of "It's a Wonderful Life," I highly recommend "The Shop Around the Corner":
ew.com/best-classic...
ew.com/best-classic...
Hello Blue Sky, what's up?
As Arts & Culture Editor of @blockclubchi.bsky.social, I'm looking for pitches on Chicago music, theater, exhibits, books, comics etc. — from every neighborhood. (Block Club Chicago is hyper-local, so city only.) Email [email protected] or [email protected]!
As Arts & Culture Editor of @blockclubchi.bsky.social, I'm looking for pitches on Chicago music, theater, exhibits, books, comics etc. — from every neighborhood. (Block Club Chicago is hyper-local, so city only.) Email [email protected] or [email protected]!
November 24, 2024 at 5:02 PM
Hello Blue Sky, what's up?
As Arts & Culture Editor of @blockclubchi.bsky.social, I'm looking for pitches on Chicago music, theater, exhibits, books, comics etc. — from every neighborhood. (Block Club Chicago is hyper-local, so city only.) Email [email protected] or [email protected]!
As Arts & Culture Editor of @blockclubchi.bsky.social, I'm looking for pitches on Chicago music, theater, exhibits, books, comics etc. — from every neighborhood. (Block Club Chicago is hyper-local, so city only.) Email [email protected] or [email protected]!
What's the connection between iconic dancer Gwen Verdon and Beyoncé's "Single Ladies"? Find out here on @blockclubchi.bsky.social
blockclubchicago.org/2024/11/14/h...
blockclubchicago.org/2024/11/14/h...
Hubbard Street Pays Homage to Bob Fosse And Gwen Verdon In Sold-Out Fall Dance Series
The series kicks off Friday at the Steppenwolf Theatre and runs through Nov. 24. Performances are sold out, but some standby tickets may become available.
blockclubchicago.org
November 14, 2024 at 5:01 PM
What's the connection between iconic dancer Gwen Verdon and Beyoncé's "Single Ladies"? Find out here on @blockclubchi.bsky.social
blockclubchicago.org/2024/11/14/h...
blockclubchicago.org/2024/11/14/h...
Frustrated with dry turkey at your Thanksgiving dinner every year? Aimee Levitt is on the case with a variety of options and suggestions from the experts, from farm-raised turkeys to sending your bird out to be cooked! On Block Club Chicago today:
blockclubchicago.org/2023/11/14/h...
blockclubchicago.org/2023/11/14/h...
How To Cook The Perfect Turkey: Chicago Experts Weigh In
We talked to local butchers, chefs and turkey farmers to get unusual and helpful advice on selecting and preparing your turkey this year.
blockclubchicago.org
November 14, 2023 at 5:36 PM
Frustrated with dry turkey at your Thanksgiving dinner every year? Aimee Levitt is on the case with a variety of options and suggestions from the experts, from farm-raised turkeys to sending your bird out to be cooked! On Block Club Chicago today:
blockclubchicago.org/2023/11/14/h...
blockclubchicago.org/2023/11/14/h...