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Dan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O'B show, joins Lisa Dent to preview the Bears Week 11 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

After 40 years at WGN Radio, Steve Bertrand works his final day behind the anchor desk. Lisa Dent and crew invite some influential people from Steve’s time at WGN Radio to share some stories and memories throughout his long career.

Dr. Irene Blanco, Rheumatologist at Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss autoimmune diseases and how they disproportionately affect women.

Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Lisa Dent to discuss the end of Operation Midway Blitz, possible changes to his proposed corporate head tax, and Steve Bertrand’s retirement.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Pat Brady, former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, and a former federal and state prosecutor, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his attendance at the Lincoln Forum. Featuring Rahm Emanuel and former Vice President Mike Pence, the two discussed several topics including crime. Then, Brady shares his thoughts on the release of 20,000 pages of […]

Stephen Kates, Financial Advisor at Bankrate, joins Lisa Dent to discuss transferring a 401(k). After leaving a job for a new one, Kates explains, transferring a 401(k) can be complicated. He shares how to make the right decision with your 401(k)

WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist Demetrius Ivory joins Lisa Dent to review the snowstorm that hit Illinois. Demetrius shares some parting words for Steve Bertrand. And he discusses whether this winter will see much snowfall.

Dr. John Monaghan, Professor of Anthropology at UIC, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his team’s effort to locate and being back the bodies of five Vietnam War MIAs. Dr. Monaghan shares the global recovery effort in returning over 80,000 US MIAs. He reports how the latest technological advancements in DNA has made it easier to […]

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Terry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the latest economic news. Savage reviews the newly proposed 50-year mortgage plan. Then she discusses the markets hitting new all-time highs.

Rep. Sean Casten, 6th District, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the end of the longest government shutdown in United States’ history. Rep. Casten shares his thoughts on Senator Dick Durbin voting to end the shutdown, the quality of the continuing resolution, the state of the Republican party, and if the house will release the Epstein […]

Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article, “Why Santa Isn't Going to Save Starbucks“

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Brian Entin, Senior National Correspondent for NewsNation, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the legacy of the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald and how it looms as large as ever.

Alex Gailey, Personal Finance Data Reporter and analyst at Bankrate, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the slow progress toward equal pay. Alex shares how minorities have wider pay gaps in comparison to their white male counterparts and what limits women in the workforce.

Joseph Schwieterman, DePaul University Professor and Author of “Terminal Town,” joins Lisa Dent to talk about recent flight cancellations. The two also talk about President Trump wanting to give traffic controllers a bonus, the stress that controllers are facing, and flight safety.

Curtis Granderson, MLB All-Star and creator of the Curtis Granderson Foundation, joins Lisa Dent to talk about why he started his foundation and how people can make a difference this holiday season. Shoppers at any of the 140 Mariano's, Pick N' Save, and Metro Market locations can support the campaign by donating at checkout. You […]

Ald. Matt Martin, 47th Ward, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the day care worker arrested by ICE in front of children in Roscoe Village. Ald. Martin shares that there aren’t any updates on the worker’s condition as she remains in the Broadview ICE facility, but he reports the actions of ICE leading up and during […]

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent for Lou's To Do List, sponsored by Perma-Seal. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Jahmal Cole, founder and CEO of My Block, My Hood, My City, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his mission to live in all 77 of Chicago's neighborhoods. This month, he's in Brighton Park, and he updates listeners on his upcoming plans and shares how you can support his journey.

Gwen Auwerda, Executive Director of Tulip Time, joins Lisa Dent to highlight their Dutch Winterfest event. Located in Holland Michigan, Tulip Time celebrates their community spirit with Dutch traditions. Dutch Winterfest Runs December 2-6, 2025, with events happening across the city. To find out more, visit their website.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Managing Director of Innovation DuPage Dan Facchini joins Lisa Dent to discuss how their programs are helping businesses and organizations grow. Dan discusses their new Clean Energy Incubator Program and how individuals can get involved

Pat Brady, former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party and a former federal and state prosecutor, joins Lisa Dent to for their weekly Wednesday check-in. Brady gives his reaction to the election results. California’s Prop 50 and Zohran Mamdani’s historic win in New York City topped the list of an election night dominated by Democrats. […]

State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr, 41st District, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Illinois legislation, House Bill 45. Rep. Rohr shares that customers have complained about the reliability and consistency of digital coupons. She explains what the bill is proposing, giving details how digital coupons would be made available offline.

Terry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the markets. As fear grows over a possible AI bubble, Savage gives her take on the reality of the AI market and how Warren Buffett and Berkshire Hathaway’s cash holdings might signal the market could be in danger. Then, as always, she answers questions […]

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article, “4 Keys to Making a Deal That's a Keeper“

Nemanja Golubovic, owner of Kale My Name, joins Lisa Dent to share the restaurant’s effort to help those that are going without SNAP benefits amid the program’s lack of funding during the ongoing government shutdown.

Lynne Baker, Managing Director of Communications of the Illinois Student Assistance Commission joins Lisa Dent to share everything you need to know when applying for Federal Student Aid.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

Ted Rossman, Senior Industry Analyst at Bankrate, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how rising prices will impact holiday plans. Ted shares that many holiday shoppers and travelers plan to use credit cards and to utilize debit card’s ‘buy now, pay later services (BNPL)’ per Bankrate's 2025 Holiday Spending Report. Then, Rossman breaks down more details […]

Former Blackhawks defenseman Brent Sopel join Lisa Dent to talk about dyslexia and highlights his own struggles. They also talk about Brent's charitable foundation, The Brent Sopel Foundation, which is dedicated to helping people with dyslexia.

WGN-TV political analyst Paul Lisnek joins Lisa Dent to talk about the latest on the government shutdown, the Trump Administration paying 50% of SNAP benefits in November, and the latest on the ICE raids taking place throughout Chicago.

Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss several pharmaceutical stories. And, as always, he answers questions from listeners.

Mary and Mike McLaughlin, Co-Founders of Trees that Feed Foundation, plant fruit trees around the world to provide food to countries and their communities that are low income. Their flagship tree are breadfruit trees. They join Lisa Dent following the damage done by Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica. The breadfruit trees planted by Trees that Feed […]

Ilyce Glink, ThinkGlink.com and the Love, Money + Real Estate newsletter, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the price of car insurance, Millennials’ shopping habits, and how they’re both affecting the economy.

Ethan Pikas, Owner & Alex Cochran, Chef de Cuisine at Cellar Door Provisions, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Alex Coachran being a finalist for The Banchet’s Rising Chef award. They share the process behind their dynamic menu, working to be as resourceful as possible in making delicious food for their diners.

Burt Odelson, Village Attorney of Dolton, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his role as village attorney in Bolingbrook and his role in the village’s conduct when responding to incidents involving ICE.