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Veteran wellness and travel journalist Laura Powell joins guest host Amy Guth to talk about what we need to know if we absolutely have to travel for the upcoming holidays.

Chicago novelist, blogger and Thanksgiving meal expert Stacey Ballis joins guest host Amy Guth to tell us everything we need to know about preparing your holiday meal this year.

OLD FORGE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) — President Donald Trump spoke to hundreds of supporters at Mariotti Building Products in Old Forge. At the podium, Mr. Trump wasted no time in going after his 2020 opponent Joe Biden. He blamed Biden for higher taxes, weak border security, unemployment during the Obama Biden administration, Obamacare and more. […]

Amy Guth speaks with Activist and Author Lee Weiner, about life on the South Side of Chicago and his new book “Conspiracy to Riot: The Life and Times of the Chicago 7“. Lee shares background information on the “Chicago 7” and how he became one of the 7; explains how the trial personally impacted him; […]

Dr. Anne Beall, author of Helpful and Caring Cats: Felines Who Make a Difference says cats can be every bit as heroic and loyal as dogs – they’re just misunderstood. She discusses how cats have changed lives and saved lives. She maintains cats are most often misunderstood. You’ve heard about the wet markets in China and elsewhere […]

Amy Guth Full Show for Tuesday, March 10th: Do you have questions about early voting? Chicago Board of Election Spokesperson Jim Allen joins Amy at the top of the show to break down everything you need to know about early voting, vote by mail applications, and preparations related to concerns related to COVID-19. Shamus Toomey, the […]

Amy Guth Full Show for Monday, March 9th: Amy Guth is in for Anna Davlantes. As new cases of COVID-19 continues to rise, one school in the Chicago area shuts down over the virus. (At 6:22) WGN-TV’s Erik Runge shares the latest on the closing of Loyola Academy and the state’s response to COVID-19 in […]

Amy Guth is in for the rained out White Sox on this Saturday afternoon. Have you cut the cord on cable? Amy talks to listeners and producer Curtis Koch about cutting the cable and how listeners are getting their TV. Later Amy chats with Al Lewis from Quizzify to talk about some important information regarding […]

Amy Guth is in for John Williams today. With a slate of expert guests, she discusses the Chicago Reader’s list of the best Chicago albums of the 2010s, the upcoming Super Bowl halftime show and advertisements, complications in the planning of the Obama Presidential Center, a payout that Facebook is making to its Illinois users, […]

Amy Guth is in for John Williams this Saturday. In the first hour, she discusses the Coronavirus, the burgeoning marijuana industry in Illinois, and asks for your favorite celebrity sighting stories. Later, reporter Jack Herrera joins her to discuss his recent piece in Popular Science about the flaws in the way that we think about […]

Amy Guth Full Show for Monday, January 20th: The spectacular Amy Guth is in today for Anna Davlantes. To kick off the program, Dr. Dilara Sayeed, board member and programming lead of Women’s March Chicago, joins the show to discuss the highlights of this year’s Women’s March. WGN Radio’s Ryan Burrow joins Amy to shed […]

Amy Guth is in for Pete McMurray this weekend. Amy talks to the owner of a cheesecake business that has over 600 flavors! Nikki Lynette shares some of her newest projects including the latest play she is writing. Later Amy talks travel with Laura Powell, and talks with producer Curtis Koch about some unpopular opinions […]

Fred Frommer chats to Amy Guth about the Washington Nationals World Series win and his book You Gotta Have Heart and the work Chicago native Mike Rizzo has done to help get the team to the promise land.

Amy Guth welcomes Laura Powell, who is a nationally-recognized travel journalist. She has covered the world of travel for more than 25 years. You can find more information and her work on dailysuitcase.blogspot.com.

Amy Guth, producer Curtis Koch, and listeners chime in on what they are proud of. Have you done anything lately that you’re proud of? Did you take that big leap of faith? Amy asks you to share!

Artist Nikki Lynette shares her inspirational journey of improving her mental health and gives some insight into her new play Get Out Alive. For more information on the play and to check out Nikki’s next project visit nikkilynette.com

Amy Guth welcomes Tami Cabrera, the owner of Muddy Paws Cheesecake, to the show to discuss the 622 flavors of cheesecake she offers and how you can have some sent to your home! For more information, visit muddypawscheesecake.com

Host Amy Guth talks to Van Mobley, professor of history and economics at Concorida University Wisconsin. Mobley and Guth talk the year in review in terms of economics and policy. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3709139/Van_Mobley__2019-12-30-012139.64kmono.mp3

Amy Guth, in for John Williams and Scott Kitun, brings you all the news you need to know this Saturday morning. Listen in as Amy kicks off the show talking with a Certified Master Resume Writer, Certified Executive Resume Master, and Advanced Resume Writer Brenda Bernstein. Next, the CEO of Verdium James Strickland joins the […]

Amy Guth fills in for the lovely Anna Davlantes. Crain’s government and politics reporter A.D. Quig shares the latest news on the citywide affordable housing task force. Jeff Kreisler, Editor-in-Chief of the behavioral science website PeopleScience.com, explains why Twitter users are slamming Peloton for their branding and messaging to potential customers. He also elaborates on […]

Today on the show, Amy Guth speaks to Austin Ashley, founder of WiscoPop, about their best selling beverages and how you can incorporate their drinks into Holiday drinks that everyone can enjoy. Heather Cherone, The Daily Line’s managing editor and City Hall reporter, also joins us to discuss the top political stories of 2019 and […]

Amy Guth is joined by Heather Cherone, The Daily Line’s managing editor and City Hall reporter, to discuss the top political stories of 2019. They discuss Lori Lightfoot’s budgeting plan; Former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson’s retirement; and take a look at whats to come in 2020.  

Amy Guth speaks with Dalton Barker from Crain’s Chicago Business about the top food/beverage crazes of the year including the Popeyes Chicken Sandwich and McDonald’s new CEO change. Dalton also touches on the increase in plant-based foods, issues with Uber Eats and other delivery services, and more.  

Amy Guth had a few minutes to talk with A.D. Quig, politics and government reporter at Crain's Chicago Business! Amy shares their conversation on the rideshare company, Via, and how they are trying to work with Mayor Lightfoot on rideshare companies congesting traffic around the city of Chicago.

Multimedia journalist and managing editor of MLK50 Deborah Douglas, joins Amy Guth! Deborah is an incredibly talented woman and talks about her 2019 Studs Turkel award along with what makes the MLK50 project so important to her journalistic identity!

Tonight, on the Saturday Night Special, Amy shares the new 'capsule collection' offered by Glenlivet, the newest services offered by Uber, and listeners weigh in on the controversy of college athlete endorsements. Amy shares her talk with Crain's Chicago Business reporter A.D. Quig on Mayor Lightfoot and rideshare companies, specifically Via, and the show closes out with 2019 Studs Terkel Award winner Deborah Douglas discussing her work!

Amy Guth is in for Roe Conn and Anna Davlantes today as she talks about odd Labor Day traditions including not being able to wear all white after the holiday; worst jobs and bosses ever; and her experience getting stuck in an elevator. Gary Goyke, President of Citizens for a Scenic Wisconsin, enlightens us on the […]

Amy Guth speaks with New York Times Best Selling Author Pat Zietlow Miller about her latest children’s book “When You Are Brave“. Pat talks about her inspiration behind writing the book, the importance of reminding children about their own personal bravery, and much more.

As we continue to follow Hurricane Dorian, Amy Guth speaks with Florida-based meteorologist and professor at College of Meteorology, Nancy Dignan to learn more about the overall 2019 hurricane season. Nancy explains how the uncertainty of hurricanes effects evacuations, how hurricanes typically move and what’s so peculiar about Hurricane Dorian, and the impact social media has […]

Amy Guth speaks with Gary Goyke, President of Citizens for a Scenic Wisconsin, about the upcoming 2019 Leadership Conference regarding Wisconsin conservation. Gary expresses the importance agriculture and how vital agricultural tourism is; the excitement surrounding Wisconsin’s new Office of Recreation that aims to get people outside and take advantage of the state’s scenic beauty; and […]

Amy Guth is joined by columnist Greg Hinz at Crain’s Chicago Business, Caleb Crain, essayist and author of the new novel “Overthrow,” and senior reporter at Crain’s Chicago Business, Steve Daniel. Plus, Amy discusses the recent hacking of Jack Dorsey’s Twitter account.

On this episode, Amy talks to Peter J. Henning, professor of law at Wayne State University about a push to end shell companies, and Alby Gallun senior reporter at Crain’s Chicago Business, about a tax hike in the north suburbs on commercial landlords. Listen to the podcast here:

Tonight with Amy Guth: The summer is full of fun outdoor activities, but pesky mosquito and and sticky bug spay can put a damper on some of that fun.  That’s why the Duggan sisters invented Lifestings, an effective and all-natural bug spray that keep those pesky insects with less chemicals. Clare Duggan joins the conversation […]

Tonight, on the Saturday Night Special, Amy talks with Victoria Elena Nones Co-Founder & CEO of Satira, a business that teaches you how to be funny, and with Kaben Clauson, Founder of TruePublic, an app that gives you the chance to know what people in your life really think by maintaining anonymous.  They’re both trying […]

Amy Guth discusses business news of the week, Wall Street reporter at Bloomberg  Zeke Faux joins the conversation to talk about Bloomberg’s series of stories on predatory lenders. Danny Ecker reporter at Crain’s Chicago Business also joins Amy to discuss the legalization of sports betting and what to expect from sports teams

Amy Guth is continuing her month long conversation about environmental issues.  This episode focuses on people doing conservation efforts in Chicago. Guest co-host Robb Q. Telfer (@RobbieQT) – Morton Arboretum Stephanie Beilke- Conservation Science Audubon Great Lakes Lauren Umek-  Chicago Park District Listen to the podcast here: http://serve.castfire.com/medias/s16/ntw/579/415/4159618-org.mp3

In celebration of National Aquarium and Zoo Month, Amy Guth talks with Dave Bernier, General Curator at Lincoln Park Zoo on his work on behalf of endangered and threatened animal populations, with Sally Compton, the Communications and Marketing Manager at the Oregon Coast Aquarium in Newport, Oregon about conversation efforts at her organization, and with […]

“WGN Radio Honors – Memorial Day Stories”, our Memorial Day special, Amy welcomes co-hosts Mark Doyle of Rags of Honor and Branden Marty of Veteran Roasters to discuss stories that uncover the meaning of Memorial Day. The conversation starts with U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth who explains the solemnity of Memorial Day and its difference from Veterans […]

On this episode of Sturday Night Special with Amy Guth:   Amy welcomes Joanne Rodriguez, Founder  & CEO of Mycocycle, a ecologically viable and sustainable process to divert asphalt-based materials from landfill with the goal of developing new products. Then, Sonny Tai. Founder of Aegis Systems joins Amy in studio to discuss how the startup […]

It’s Mental Health Awareness Month! On this episode of Saturday Night Special with Amy Guth, Amy talks about the importance of mind and body positivity, and how social media plays a role in the way we perceive ourselves in today’s society. Then, Roberta Jenero, (RDN), joins in studio to talk about balancing your diet and […]

On this episode of The Saturday Night Special, Amy talks gambling & legalized sports betting. She talks with history professor @Kaufmak, Indiana State Representative  @terrijaustin, sports journalist @adamcandee  and founder of @ViceLotteries, Matthew Curtis, who’s trying to change the game. Listen to the podcast here: Follow Amy on Twitter!

Tonight on Saturday Night Special with Amy Guth: According to a recent gallop poll reported in the New York Times, Americans are among the most stressed in the world, but why? Special gust co-host and Founder of Cop to Yoga Peace Force Tiffany Seybert joins Amy in the studio as they discuss her work and […]

  On this episode of The Saturday Night Special, Amy Guth welcomes guest co-host Rocco Cataldo, Founder and Principal at Potenza Productions in studio to talk about independent films, branding and how social media blends in with todays distribution of films. Also, Amy welcomes Avril Speaks, writer, director and film producer to talk about the […]

Amy Guth talks to Kon Mari consultant Patty Morrissey about how to acquire the skill of tidying. According to Patty, Kon Mari is not only a journey to self-discovery but (much like a marathon run) is more about the process than about the finish line.  Kon Mari focuses on identifying those material objects that bring […]

Join Amy today for a packed Wintrust Business Lunch on the latest news and headlines. First, Amy speaks with Tim Higgins, a reporter at The Wall Street Journal covering tech and autos, to discuss the hype and concerns for driverless car technology. Then, she speaks with Lauren Zumbach,  a business reporter for the Chicago Tribune, for an update […]

Tonight on the Saturday Night Special, host Hannah Stanley stands in for Amy Guth, kicking off the show with the most considerate auto theft in news. Meanwhile, Metra trains are making changes and Poopsie the glitter-pooping unicorn is the next best gift this Christmas.

On tonight’s edition of WGN Nightside, Amy Guth and Dometi Pongo talk about the many effects of natural disasters as we follow Hurricane Florence and the east coast; Producer CaSera aka DJ Ca$h Era talks about her DJ hustle and her accomplishments at this point in her career; and the current state of the news industry […]

On this Saturday edition of the Wintrust Business Lunch, Amy Guth discuses with Chicago Tribune’s Alexia Eljalde-Ruiz about employment among the disabled community and the window washer strike. Then later is joined on the show with Wall Street Journal’s Heather Haddon to talk in depth about the new and growing business in meal kits, why […]

Tonight Amy Guth is in for Patti! We dive into our Monday Night (April 30th) by discussing the Buzzworthy Moments of The Correspondents Dinner with Guth and Huppke on Politics co-host, Rex Huppke.  Then, Free Comic Book Day is upon us!  So, we bring on Third Coast Comics owner Terry Grant to give us the […]

It's Earth Day and Amy Guth is sitting in for Brian Noonan! Author Emily Belden stops by the studio to talk about her book "Hot Mess"; Senior Policy Advocate Susan Mudd, who leads the Environmental Law and Policy Center’s Diesel Pollution Reduction Initiative, calls to discuss the Volkswagon Diesel Settlement; Amy shares a list of recyclable items that may surprise you and much more!

Amy Guth and Jen Bosworth (in for Bill and Wendy) talk about some things we take for granted in life after the running water goes out in Amy's building; we let you air out your Chicago grievances in a belated Festivus celebration; we talk dream vacation spots with the dead of winter on the horizon, and more.