One Chicago Podcast

Allen MacDonald (Showrunner for Chicago Med)

One Chicago Podcast

Show Notes

Host Brian Luce welcomes back Showrunner Allen MacDonald to talk about the mid-season premiere of Chicago Med, episode 11x08 “Triple Threat”. They discuss his devious use of cliffhangers, breaking form with a new storytelling structure, and enjoying a good love triangle.

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