Podcasts about newsnation

Ashleigh Banfield is *the* definitive authority on the nation's biggest true crime stories. A veteran award-winning journalist, Ashleigh brings a sharp focus to the crime stories gripping America, distilling facts and analyzing context in a way which captures viewers' interests and imaginations. No one knows the prosecution and the defendants' cases better than BANFIELD, all the while keeping the victim at the heart of every story we tell – just another reason NewsNation is truly News for All America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cristina Gomez looks into the latest developments with UFO whistleblower to Congress, David Grusch, and the evolution of his quest for UFO truth and transparency, and other UFO news updates. Grusch's $2.5M privacy lawsuit dismissed by Virginia court. Journalist admits intelligence sources fed him tips targeting UFO whistleblower's mental health records 96 hours after testimony.00:00 - Lawsuit Conclusion01:43 - Medical Records Leaked02:57 - 96-Hour Character Hit03:21 - Klippenstein's FOIA Request05:04 - Virginia Privacy Law07:32 - Appeal Window OpenBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-and-unexplained--5235662/support.

Doug McConnell, World-Class Open-Water Swimmer and Founder of A Long Swim, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how Chicago River Swim has been approved to return this September. The swim is set for Sunday, September 21, 2025. You can apply to swim here: www.chicagoriverswim.org.

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

Brian Herald, Clarendon Hills Manager, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how his team is going to the Little League World Series. Brian talks about his team and how they’ll be competing against 20 teams: 10 teams from various regions of the United States and an additional 10 from around the world. Their first game […]

Louisa Chu, Chicago Tribune Food Critic, joins Lisa Dent to give her restaurant review of Las Carnitas Uruapan La Villita, a flagship for pork in Chicago.

Peter Greenberg, ‘Eye on Travel‘ host and CBS News travel editor, joins Lisa Dent to chat about hundreds of United Airlines flights being delayed after a tech issue, new Amtrak trains, and more! Then, as always, he answers questions from listeners.

Ilyce Glink of thinkglink.com joins Lisa Dent on the show to chat about tariff revenue, grocery prices, and more! If you have questions for Ilyce, email them to questions@thinkglink.com, and sign up for her newsletter at glink.substack.com

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 Chicago Lawn, and he updates listeners on his upcoming plans and shares how you can support his journey.

Axios Reporter Carrie Shepherd joins Lisa Dent to discuss how mental health professionals are pushing for AI regulation. Gov. JB Pritzker signed the Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources Act following concerns about bots giving mental health advice.

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

Sophie McNeill, marketing manager for the Portage Park Farmers Market, joins Lisa Dent to share the scoop on seasonal markets running through October. Held on select Sundays at 4100 N. Long Ave, the market serves up fresh produce, meats, baked goods, live music, and more!

Dr. Dana Varble, Chief Veterinary Officer for the North American Veterinary Community, joins Lisa Dent to talk about breeding pets, shelters, and a new Ohio law that removes barriers to pet care. And, as always, Dr. Varble answers pet questions from listeners.

WGN Radio's host of Home Sweet Home Chicago David Hochberg, joins Lisa Dent to explain why top U.S. stocks now dominate the market like never before and why rising prices and falling jobs in the services sector could signal stagflation.

Ashleigh Banfield is *the* definitive authority on the nation's biggest true crime stories. A veteran award-winning journalist, Ashleigh brings a sharp focus to the crime stories gripping America, distilling facts and analyzing context in a way which captures viewers' interests and imaginations. No one knows the prosecution and the defendants' cases better than BANFIELD, all the while keeping the victim at the heart of every story we tell – just another reason NewsNation is truly News for All America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, Illinois' 8th District, joins Lisa Dent to weigh in on GOP-led efforts to redraw congressional maps in key states like Texas ahead of the 2026 midterms. With Republicans seeking to solidify their slim majority in the House, Krishnamoorthi explains the political stakes and potential legal challenges.

Dr. Claire Vallotton, a professor and researcher at Michigan State University who specializes in early childhood language development, joins Lisa Dent to explain why “baby talk” is essential for early language development. She breaks down the science behind tone, repetition, and bonding.

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his new weekly segment, Lou’s To Do List, sponsored by Perma-Seal. Lou answers any questions you have about projects on your to-do lists.

Bob McCoppin, reporter for the Chicago Tribune, joins Lisa Dent to break down a proposed law that would let Illinois courts hear toxic exposure lawsuits even if the exposure happened out of state. He explains how the bill could impact businesses, injured workers, and the state's legal system as it awaits the governor's decision.

Award-winning children's author Lori Orlinsky joins Lisa Dent to share the story behind her latest book, Being Middle (is a great place to be), a heartwarming and humorous tribute to life as a middle child. Inspired by her daughter, the book is being released just in time for National Middle Child Day on August 12.

Attorney Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law Firm joins Lisa Dent to discuss the growing threat of wage garnishment as millions of borrowers face student loan default. With pandemic-era protections gone and the Department of Education ramping up collections, Kaplan shares practical steps borrowers can take now to avoid financial hardship and protect their paychecks.

Dr. Juanita Mora, board director for the American Lung Association and CEO of Chicago Allergy Center, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the ongoing air quality concerns in Chicagoland due to wildfire smoke. Mora explains who's most at risk, what precautions to take, and how the smoky skies are impacting local health as heat and humidity […]

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

TikTok feminists are melting down over a story involving the WNBA and... adult objects. I break down the outrage in this episode of the Brad vs Everyone podcast. Plus, the Trump administration gets hit with a free speech lawsuit and NewsNation host Chris Cuomo admits to a huge mistake on live TV. Send me a voice note: https://www.speakpipe.com/bradvseveryone Check out the merch: https://bp-shop.fourthwall.com/Support My Show: https://linktr.ee/bradpolumboSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ashleigh Banfield is *the* definitive authority on the nation's biggest true crime stories. A veteran award-winning journalist, Ashleigh brings a sharp focus to the crime stories gripping America, distilling facts and analyzing context in a way which captures viewers' interests and imaginations. No one knows the prosecution and the defendants' cases better than BANFIELD, all the while keeping the victim at the heart of every story we tell – just another reason NewsNation is truly News for All America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Tonight's rundown: Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Tuesday, August, 5, 2025. Stand Up for Your Country.  Talking Points Memo Bill breaks down the ongoing Russian collusion fraud case, explaining how it's a revenge move and pointing out who the main targets are. The Clintons, along with former Attorneys General and FBI directors, have been subpoenaed to provide testimony in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Alex Marlow, editor-in-chief of Breitbart News and host of the Alex Marlow Show podcast, weighs in on who funded the cases against Donald Trump and which organizations are involved. Who President Trump is sending to Russia for 'last chance' Ukraine ceasefire talks. Trump continues to threaten India with heavy tariffs over its Russian oil purchases. Final Thought: What Bill said about Elizabeth Warren during his NewsNation appearance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach Coppel, 2025 Chicago Ducky Derby Ambassador, and Peter Beale-DelVecchio, President and CEO of the Special Olympics, join Lisa Dent to discuss this year’s Chicago Ducky Derby on August 7. The Darling Ducklings have set their sights on the ambitious goal of selling 17,000 ducks as a team. Ducks can be adopted individually or in […]

Ashleigh Banfield is *the* definitive authority on the nation's biggest true crime stories. A veteran award-winning journalist, Ashleigh brings a sharp focus to the crime stories gripping America, distilling facts and analyzing context in a way which captures viewers' interests and imaginations. No one knows the prosecution and the defendants' cases better than BANFIELD, all the while keeping the victim at the heart of every story we tell – just another reason NewsNation is truly News for All America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here's your daily edition of The Hill from NewsNation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Deborah Conroy, DuPage County board chair, and Adam Forker, executive director of the DuPage County Health Department, join Lisa Dent to discuss the crisis recovery center that’s opening in late August. The CRC will serve as an accessible, trauma-informed hub where residents in crisis can stabilize and connect with critical community resources.

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

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Lisa Dent to discuss the latest data from the New York Fed, which shows credit card debt has reached $1.21 trillion, matching last year's all-time high. Savage also discusses the rising number of bankruptcy filings, what they signal about the state of the economy, and the dangerous traps […]

Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article, ‘Are Competitors Poaching Your Key People? Here's How to Keep Them.’

WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist Demetrius Ivory joins Lisa Dent to discuss how Canadian wildfires continue to affect Chicago's summer weather and air quality. He shares why there's little reason to expect improvement, how climate change is driving conditions across North America, and why wildfire smoke could linger for the rest of the summer.

Karen Conti, partner at Conti & Dolan, LLC, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the latest developments in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. She explains why House Republicans are issuing subpoenas to the Clintons and former Department of Justice officials and what could happen next.

Kevin McTigue, Clinical Professor at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the Illinois Tollway’s plans to explore dynamic pricing. McTigue shares insight into how this flexible pricing model is already reshaping other industries, from traffic congestion fees to real-time grocery store pricing, and what it could mean for […]

Ashleigh Banfield is *the* definitive authority on the nation's biggest true crime stories. A veteran award-winning journalist, Ashleigh brings a sharp focus to the crime stories gripping America, distilling facts and analyzing context in a way which captures viewers' interests and imaginations. No one knows the prosecution and the defendants' cases better than BANFIELD, all the while keeping the victim at the heart of every story we tell – just another reason NewsNation is truly News for All America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here's your daily edition of The Hill from NewsNation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From the archives: 4-7-23Back in February we heard that police in Pennsylvania had started going through old cold cases looking for connections to Bryan Kohberger and the murders in Moscow. Now, fast forward two months and Chris Cuomo on Newsnation is telling us the same thing. We are also hearing from newsnation that Bryan Kohberger was in posession of at least one of the ID's of the victims from the murders in Moscow.(commercial at 7:13)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Bryan Kohberger Investigated Over Other Homicides–Reports (newsweek.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

  In an open favor to Pres. Trump, Texas wants to change Congressional boundaries to give the president 5 more Republican seats. Texas Democrats say "Not on our watch." Greg and Holly speak with NewsNation's White House Correspondent, Joe Khalil about the latest details and Texas Governor Greg Abbott threatening to oust the lawmakers if they don't return.  

Buy now, eat now, pay later: Americans stressed about grocery prices  A new poll in the Associated Press, shows about half of all Americans say the cost of groceries is a “major” source of stress in their life right now… and many are using Buy Now, Pay Later to purchase groceries and other essential items.     President Trump fires head of Bureau of labor statistics   President Trump is firing Erika McEntarfer, the director of the Bureau of Labor Statistics after a weaker than expected jobs report released last week. Greg and Holly discuss this development and speak with Michael Kofoed,  Assistant Professor of Economics at Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee about how job stats are collected and what this firing means to the economist community.    Family of Maurine Hunsaker speaks out on frustrations amid Ralph Menzies commutation hearing   Utah death row inmate, Ralph Menzies is scheduled to die by firing squad in just over a month, but now, has a 4-day commutation hearing scheduled. The family members of his victim are frustrated by what feels like another delay and concerns around scheduling. Matt Hunsaker, son of Maurine Hunsaker, who was kidnapped and murdered by Ralph Menzies in 1986 joins the show to discuss.  Greg and Holly also discuss how crime victims in Utah can feel uninformed about case updates and improvements that could be on the horizon.     Pencils, paper and price tags   According to the NRF, the average K-12 shopper is budgeting $858 this year on average per student. While this number is actually down from $875, Greg and Holly discuss the rising costs of going back to school and how looming tariffs could also be impacting the price. Greg and Holly also discuss how many teachers need to work side hustles to make ends meet.     Texas Governor Greg Abbott threatens to oust democratic lawmakers after leaving state   In an open favor to Pres. Trump, Texas wants to change Congressional boundaries to give the president 5 more Republican seats. Texas Democrats say "Not on our watch." Greg and Holly speak with NewsNation's White House Correspondent, Joe Khalil about the latest details and Texas Governor Greg Abbott threatening to oust the lawmakers if they don't return.     The surprising fact about crime in the U.S.    Is crime up, down or stable in the United States? The actual stats might surprise you. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News breaks down the numbers.     The average parent feels like a failure 156 times a year   Something many can relate too...The average parent feels like a failure 156 times per year, according to studyfinds.org. Greg and Holly discuss.     A new freeway in Lehi?   A new traffic study is going to focus on Lehi to look at the possibilities of creating a new freeway to ease congestion among east-west traffic. Greg and Holly discuss.     A Lightning 'mega flash' and Gen Z's spicy food obsession   A lightning "mega flash" hit a new world record after it extended over 500 miles in a matter of seconds. Greg and Holly discuss this new record as well as how Gen-Z's obsession with lighting hot food is influencing new menu items at multiple restaurant chains. Holly shares her fun facts of the day.  

Dr. Hermene Hartman, Chicago media pioneer and founder of N'Digo, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Congressman Danny Davis' decision not to seek re-election and why his endorsed successor, State Rep. La Shawn Ford, may be the experienced voice Democrats need in the fight against Donald Trump.

Former Illinois GOP Chair Pat Brady joins Lisa Dent to talk about the political standoff in Texas, where Democratic lawmakers fled the state to stop a controversial redistricting bill. Brady shares his take on the legal implications and what this tactic means for the upcoming 2026 elections.

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

Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how recent changes to federal law will delay or block Medicare drug price negotiations for some of the most expensive and widely used cancer medications. Then, Dr. Elliott answers questions about medications from […]

Ald. Daniel La Spata of the 1st Ward joined Lisa Dent to discuss the Chicago City Council's move to eliminate parking minimums near public transit, a change aimed at increasing housing density and affordability. La Spata explains why the new rules could help spur development and make housing more accessible across the city.

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