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    Dr. Dana Varble: Should your dogs sleep in bed with you?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025


    Dr. Dana Varble, Chief Veterinary Officer for the North American Veterinary Community, joins Lisa Dent to discuss whether dogs should sleep in bed with their owners. Then, Dr. Varble answers pet questions from listeners.

    Ilyce Glink: Stock market highs, trade tensions with Canada, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025


    Ilyce Glink, CEO of Best Money Moves financial wellness company, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how the S&P 500 is up to record highs. Then, Glink dives into the car industry, commercial disputes with Canada, and the impacts of a low GDP on the job market.

    Ask Lou: Artificial turf, air conditioners, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025


    Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his weekly segment, Ask Lou, where he answers your questions about home repair.

    Cook County Public Defender reviews Mayor Johnson's veto of the ‘Snap Curfew'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025


    Cook County Public Defender Sharone Mitchell joins Lisa Dent to discuss Mayor Johnson vetoing the ‘Snap Curfew’ policy. Mitchell shares the issues that he has with the policy, why the Mayor vetoed it, and the constitutional issues the policy has.

    Your Hometown: Lansing's Fox Pointe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025


    Michelle Henderson, Events Planner for Fox Pointe, joins Lisa Dent to share the events that Fox Pointe offers. From free concerts to community events, Fox Pointe provides the heart of Lansing fun occasions all year long.

    Your Hometown: Lansing's historic Ford Hangar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025


    The Director of Venues at Ford Hangar, Ken Reynolds, joins Lisa Dent to share all the the historic hangar has to offer. Then, Reynolds shares a bit about Lansing and a story about teaching a famous professional baseball player.

    Ald. Lawson: Wrigley Field security upgrades

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025


    Ald. Bennett Lawson, 44th Ward, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the security upgrades for Wrigley Field advancing in City Council. Ald. Lawson shares when the upgrades will begin and how long they will take to complete.

    Housing shortage looms over Illinois

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025


    Robert Bruno, a professor of labor and employment relations at the U. of I. and director of the Project for Middle Class Renewal, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the project’s effort to strengthen the middle class in Illinois through policy. Bruno details the results of a joint study that show the Illinois is facing a […]

    Supreme Court allows Trump administration ‘third country removals'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025


    Jaba Tsitsuashvili, Attorney for Institute for Justice, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the Supreme Court allowing for the Trump Administration to deport immigrants to countries they are not native to. These third country removals, Tsitsuashvili explains, come as a result of the Trump administration expediting the deportation process, not allowing immigrants the ability to find […]

    Rep. Krishnamoorthi: ‘They're trying to hide something from us'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025


    Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, 8th District, joins Lisa Dent to discuss being refused entry, along with another congressman, into a South Loop ICE facility. Rep. Krishnamoorthi details the events that led to his visit to the ICE facility. Then, he addresses the intelligence leak about the Iran strikes, and President Trump stating that he will postpone […]

    Illinois roads buckling under extreme heat

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025


    Paul Wappel, Public Information Officer at IDOT, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how the heat wave lead to roads buckling through out the Chicago area. Over prolonged periods of extreme heat, Wappel explains, the pavement expands, and when there is no more room for expansion, the roads buckle. He encourages people to call authorities when […]

    Terry Savage: Stock market surges despite the odds

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025


    Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the stock market. Savage details the rallies on the stock market in spite of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Then, she reviews what might be the reason for the surge, and as always, answers questions from listeners.

    Newsroom Story Time: 6/24/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025


    Howard Tullman: Motivating your team

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025


    Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss his latest article.

    Gen AI can make everyday life easier

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025


    Jon Skillings, Editorial Director at CNET, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to talk about generative AI. Skillings shares how people can use generative AI to make life easier.

    Water safety keys: Flip, float and follow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025


    Dave Benjamin, Executive Director of the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project, joins Wendy Snyder in for Lisa Dent. Dave discusses water safety and the importance of recognizing the signs of drowning. For more information about water education and safety, visit glsrp.org.

    Newsroom Story Time: 6/23/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025


    Help your pets deal with fireworks and 4th of July jitters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025


    WGN Radio’s pet expert and host of Steve Dale’s Pet World and Steve Dale’s Other World, Steve Dale, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss fireworks and how to prepare your pets for the 4th of July.

    Can you overwater your plants in hot weather?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025


    Bob Zeni, the Chicago Tomato Man, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to talk about overwatering your plants in the heat. Bob also discusses flower drop and the ideal temperature for tomato plants. He also answers listener questions!

    Tom Mockaitis: Is Iran's attack on Qatar an escalation or an off-ramp?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025


    Tom Mockaitis, DePaul Professor and terrorism expert, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss Iran firing missiles at a U.S. base in Qatar. Is that the next step in escalation, or could it be an opportunity for both sides to end hostilities? And, even if the current tensions can be brought to an […]

    Newsroom Story Time: 6/20/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025


    Terrorism analyst Tom Mockaitis shares the latest with Israel and Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025


     Author, terrorism analyst, and DePaul University history professor Dr. Thomas Mockaitis joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to give an update on the latest with Israel and Iran.

    Ilyce Glink: Why you may need to change your passwords

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025


    Ilyce Glink, CEO of Best Money Moves financial wellness company, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss passwords being leaked this week and shares things you should do in order to protect your online accounts.

    Kumiko honored with James Beard Outstanding Bar award

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025


    Julia Momosé, Chef, Creative Director, and Beverage Visionary at Kumiko Japanese Dining Bar, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss Kumiko winning the Outstanding Bar award at the 2025 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards!

    Mastro's showcases their happy hour menu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025


    Chef Dan DeSalvo, Chef at Mastro's Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss Mastro’s happy hour food menu and share some samples with the crew!

    Ask Lou: Air conditioners, humidifiers, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025


    Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his weekly segment, Ask Lou, where he answers your questions about home repair.

    Kevin Brasler: 65 things your shouldn't pay for

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025


    Kevin Brasler, executive editor at Consumers' Checkbook, joins Lisa Dent to share insights from his recent article “65 Things You Shouldn't Pay For.” His nonprofit, Checkbook.org, which does not accept advertising or business payments, focuses on helping consumers make smarter spending decisions. Brasler highlights commonly unnecessary purchases such as extended warranties, purchase protection, trip insurance, […]

    Vernon Hills company takes fight against tariffs to the Supreme Court

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025


    Stephen Woldenberg, senior vice president of sales at Vernon Hills-based toy company Learning Resources, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his challenge to President Donald Trump's tariffs before the U.S. Supreme Court. With 60% of the company's goods previously sourced from China, Woldenberg was forced to restructure the supply chain. He recently filed a petition asking […]

    PAWS Chicago shares upcoming events

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025


    Sarah McDonald, Associate Director of Media & Community Relations at PAWS Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to share details of their upcoming Beach Party on July 19th. Then, McDonald shares details about what is causing many Americans to give up their pets. PAWS Chicago is hosting their Giving Day on June 26th to raise money in […]

    Freezing of federal grants causes concern at NU medical school

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025


    Dr. Susan Quaggin, Chair of Department of Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss concerns over federal funding being frozen by the Trump administration. Dr. Quaggin shares that across the entirety of Northwestern University, nearly 1,300 grants have been frozen, with 400 grants being frozen in the Department of […]

    Honda recalls over 250,000 vehicles in the US

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025


    Teresa Murray, a consumer watchdog with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), joins Lisa Dent to discuss Honda’s mass recall of over 250,000 vehicles in the US due to a brake pedal flaw that could make it harder to stop.

    Speaker of the House Mike Johnson visits Chicago's ICE field office

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025


    Courtney Spinelli, reporter for WGN-TV, joins Lisa Dent to report the details of Speaker of the House Mike Johnson’s visit to Chicago’s ICE field office.

    Burt Odelson: Dolton is buying Pope Leo XIV's childhood home

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025


    Burt Odelson, attorney for the Village of Dolton Board of Trustees, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the auction of Pope Leo XIV’s childhood home. The auction has been continued for another 30 days to allow the village to acquire the home.

    Lisa's Seasonal Spots: Hocking Hills Ohio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025


    Karen Raymore, Executive Director, and, James Martin, Communications Director, Hocking Hills Tourism Association, joins Lisa Dent to share the great things that Hocking Hills has to offer. With year-round activities and sight seeing, Hocking Hills is sure to make any trip one worth remembering.

    Conversations with Demetrius: We could see triple digits this weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025


    WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist Demetrius Ivory joins Lisa Dent to discuss an upcoming storm, a heatwave coming this weekend, and gives a full weather forecast.

    Howard Tullman on latest changes to the workplace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025


    Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article.

    Peter Greenberg: Europe pushes back against mass tourism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025


    Peter Greenberg, ‘Eye on Travel‘ host and CBS News travel editor, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the issues that many countries in Europe are having with tourism numbers. Then, Peter answers questions from listeners.

    Dr. Jim Adams: Tick bites, men's mental health, and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025


    Dr. Jim Adams, Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss some of the latest health headlines. Dr. Adams discusses how to react to tick bites. a new FDA drug approval program, and mental health for men.

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