Chicago's Afternoon News with Steve Bertrand

Stephanie San Roman, a music teacher at Oswego High School, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how she was able to receive the 2023 CMA Music Teachers of Excellence award and what it means to her and her students. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Mike Veeck, son of Hall of Fame Baseball owner Bill Veeck, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the documentary The Saint of Second Chances, which focuses on the Disco Demolition Night that was held at Comiskey Park in 1979 where fans stormed the field causing chaos. The film follows him as he tries to work […]

Franco Gianni, marketing and development strategist for GiGi’s Playhouse, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how they offer therapeutic and educational programs that advance literacy, math skills, motor skills for individuals with Down syndrome. Join GiGi's Playhouse as they kick off Down Syndrome Awareness Month with GiGiFest, happening October 3rd. Follow The Lisa Dent Show […]

Chicago Blackhawks Pre and Post-game host Joe Brand joins Lisa Dent to talk about the Chicago Blackhawks as they take to the ice for day one of training camp and what fans have to look forward to with the NHL's most-anticipated rookie, Connor Bedard. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow […]

Chelsea Laliberte-Barnes, co-chair of the Illinois Harm Reduction and Recovery Coalition, joins Lisa Dent to talk about Louie’s Law, which is a comprehensive drug education curriculum that was signed into law earlier this summer, and why it was so important to teach kids about the dangers of drugs. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow […]

Scott Speegle, the Passenger Rail and Transit Communications Manager for IDOT, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the informational meetings that will be held throughout September for the new train line that Metra will run from downtown Chicago to downtown Rockford. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

WGN Radio Sports anchor, and host of the WGN Radio Football Podcast, Kevin Powell joins Lisa Dent live from Halas Hall to discuss the abrupt resignation of Chicago Bears defensive coordinator Alan Williams, QB Justin Fields’ comments about the coaching staff, and whether the team will be ready for Sunday’s game against the Kansas City […]

Dr. Tera Fazzino, a psychologist at the University of Kansas, joins Lisa Dent to discuss a study that focused on why certain foods are so hard to resist. The study revealed that most of the hyperpalatable foods have direct ties to U.S. tobacco companies. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 […]

Destiny Fox, a tipped server at Gene & Georgetti, joins Lisa Dent to explain why Mayor Johnson’s proposal to increase pay for tipped workers is the wrong move that will result in higher prices for the customers and will hurt tipped workers’ bottom line. The Chicago City Council's Workforce Development Committee advanced the proposal over […]

Dr. Jim Adams, Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss why a common ingredient that’s found in many over-the-counter decongestant medications isn’t as effective as you think, and what you can do you prepare yourself for this year’s cold and flu season. “Better knowledge means better health for you and your family. […]

Terry Savage, nationally syndicated financial columnist and author, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the Federal Reserve’s upcoming announcement on interest rates, whether they will make an increase, and what it means for you if they decide not to. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Former WGN Radio host Paul Brian, editor-at-large for Car Coach Reports and co-host of the His Turn-Her Turn series, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the ongoing United Auto Workers strike at the Big Three American automakers, and whether the strike will expand if progress isn’t made by Friday. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on […]

Howard Tullman, general managing partner for G2T3V, LLC and for the Chicago High Tech Investors, LLC, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his latest article in INC Magazine that deals with why it’s almost impossible for leaders to have real interaction with their employees through apps like Zoom. This conversation with Howard Tullman is sponsored by Career […]

Laura Valle-Gutierrez, fellow at The Century Foundation, joins Lisa Dent to explain how thousands of daycare centers that were kept open during the coronavirus pandemic are in danger of closing as federal funding is set to expire at the end of the month, and how that will impact families. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on […]

12th Ward Alderwoman Julia Ramirez joins Lisa Dent to explain why a recent ruling by an arbitrator allowing Chicago police officers accused of serious misconduct to have their hearings in private is a step backwards for the city. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Dr. Sterling Elliott, a clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, joins Lisa to talk about the ongoing national ADHD drug shortage and the strain that it puts on people who are looking to fill prescriptions for themselves or their child. “Better knowledge means better health for you and your family. Turn to Northwestern Medicine at nm.org/healthbeatnews for […]

Kim Parker, the Director of Social Trends at the Pew Research Center, joins Lisa Dent to talk about their latest analysis that looked at the composition of modern families and why the American nuclear family may be officially dead. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle joins Lisa Dent to talk about the Pretrial Fairness Act that took effect in all 102 counties in the state and what people should know about the new law. Illinois is the first state in the nation to eliminate cash bail. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow […]

Dan Hampton, Chicago Bears Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O'B show, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the Chicago Bears upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and whether they can bounce back from their embarrassing loss against the Packers in Week 1. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow […]

Latrice McArthur, Executive Director at Wellness with Bella and founder of the Igniting Minds program, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how they’re teaching kids how to make healthy meals for themselves and their families using hands-on cooking techniques from renowned chefs. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow […]

Dr. Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer for the North American Veterinary Community, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the different types of dog allergies and how to identify and treat them. Dr. Varble also answers all pet-related questions from WGN Radio listeners. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Darnell Reed, Owner/Chef of Luella’s Southern Kitchen, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his early beginnings working in historic hotels such as the Palmer House Hilton, traveling the world experiencing different culinary techniques, and ultimately bringing his gifts to Chicago. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Will County resident Josie Hange joins Lisa Dent to discuss the search for her family’s missing pet wallaby, Rupert, who escaped while he was roaming in a gated area earlier this week.  Anyone who spots Rupert should try to get a photo or video and call or text (708) 710-3148. Follow The Lisa Dent Show […]

Roy Spencer, the president of Perma-Seal Basement Systems, joins Lisa Dent to explain how they can help homeowners solve the issue of sinking concrete and why you shouldn’t ignore the problem. Contact Perma-Seal today for a free inspection. Call 800-421-7325, or visit Perma-Seal. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow […]

Orysia Kourbatov, the Committee Planning Member at UCARE, Inc., joins Lisa Dent to talk about their Ukrainian Children's Aid and Relief Effort with its Healing Through Art Fashion Show on October 1 at the Chez Hotel in Arlington Heights. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Jordan Bimm, University of Chicago professor and space historian, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the two alleged nonhuman bodies that were presented to Mexico’s Congress and whether it’s possible the bodies are extraterrestrial. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Terry Savage, nationally syndicated financial columnist and author, joins Lisa Dent to discuss whether consumer price inflation will be around longer than we expect. Also, Terry talks about the long-term impact on the auto industry if the United Auto Workers union decides to strike. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 […]

Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins Lisa Dent to explain how a challenging housing market is resulting in realtors leaving the business altogether and what needs to be done to rectify the situation. David Hochberg hosts Home Sweet Home Chicago, heard Saturdays 10am-1pm on WGN Radio. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow […]

Ed Maher, the communications director for the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 150, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how a United Auto Workers strike could impact Illinoisans if the demands of the union aren’t met. The UAW represents workers at the Big 3 automakers in Detroit and are threatening to strike over stalled contract […]

Community Unit District 300 Superintendent Dr. Susan Harkin joins Lisa Dent to talk about the impact of swatting, which are prank calls that draw a huge police response to a location. Dr. Harkin also talks about the financial toll on taxpayers when swatting occurs. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 […]

Donna Marie Post, founder & curator of TEDxArlington Heights, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how being a fan of TED Talks online led her to bring the popular discussion platform to Arlington Heights for her first conference, October 7th, at Rolling Green Country Club. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow […]

Bill Green, Hart Prins Fund Accessibility and Inclusion Manager at Lincoln Park Zoo, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the zoo’s new memory enrichment program which is aimed at helping people living with dementia. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

John Bartlett, executive director of the Metropolitan Tenants Organization, joins Lisa Dent to explain why some residents in the city are feeling the pinch with the rising cost of rent and why rent is up 24% in Chicago compared to last year. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow […]

Jianan Shi, Chicago's new Board of Education president, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his beginnings as a community organizer and how those experiences prepared him for his new role. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Axios reporter Monica Eng joins Lisa Dent to discuss how officials at the Department of Homeland Security confirmed that Texas and Denver organizations are using federal money to transport migrants from their state to Chicago, without coordinating with city officials. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

60-year-old Jim “The Shark” Dreyer joins Lisa Dent to talk about his 83-mile swim across Lake Michigan and whether he’s up to do the challenge next year. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Dr. Konstantinos Papadopoulos, a family medicine specialist at Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group, joins Lisa Dent to explain what you need to know about the updated COVID-19 vaccine, when the first doses of the new shots will be available, and if the updated vaccine is compatible with the existing ones. “Better knowledge means better health […]

Tom Appel, publisher at Consumer Guide Automotive, joins Lisa Dent to talk about a new business approach by some car companies that would require a paid subscription to unlock everything from entertainment options to enhanced navigation and hands-free driving. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Saru Jayaraman, President of One Fair Wage, joins Lisa Dent to explain why the Illinois Restaurant Association’s idea for the city to impose fines on restaurants that don't pay the difference when their subminimum wage workers don't make enough in tips to reach the $15.80 minimum wage is a bad idea. Follow The Lisa Dent […]

Howard Tullman, general managing partner for G2T3V, LLC and for the Chicago High Tech Investors, LLC, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his latest article in INC Magazine on why it’s so important to finish what you start when it comes to entrepreneurship. This conversation with Howard Tullman is sponsored by Career Vision. Follow The Lisa Dent […]

Dr. Geraldine Luna, the Medical Director for the Chicago Department of Public Health, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the updated COVID-19 vaccine and booster shots recently approved by the Food & Drug Administration and when Chicagoans will be able to sign up for their vaccinations. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand […]

Dominick Reuter, senior reporter at Insider, joins Lisa Dent to talk about a decision made by a Walmart in Atlanta, GA, to include a “designated workspace” for law enforcement officers when it reopens in 2024. The Atlanta store has been closed since December 2022, after the location was set on fire by shoplifters. Follow The […]