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The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author the The Last Ward, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. The Rascals begin the podcast breaking down the top stories from yesterday’s elections across the country. Are we […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author the The Last Ward, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. The Rascals begin the podcast breaking down the top stories from yesterday’s elections across the country. Are we […]

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.

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

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 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. […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author the The Last Ward, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. The Rascals begin the podcast breaking down the top stories from yesterday’s elections across the country. Are we […]

Paul Pabst, WGN Radio Sports Correspondent and one of the Executive Producers for theDan Patrick Show, joins John Landecker for Week 10 of the John Landecker Pick ‘Em Pool!

Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins John Williams to talk about interest rates dropping, why he’s so upset with Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle’s “real estate tax debacle,” the strategy being used by D.R. Horton Homebuilders, his concern over inflation, the labor market, and credit card debt, and what his forecast is for […]

Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions.

Dr. Muddassir Siddiqi, President of College of DuPage (COD), joins John Williams to talk about the relationship he has with Innovation DuPage, some of the companies that they have supported, how many companies they have accelerated because of their work, the importance of empowering small businesses in the community to grow and thrive, and what […]

John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

Anthony Bowers, Major, Divisional Youth and Candidate Secretary, Assistant Camp Administrator for the Salvation Army’s Wonderland Camp, joins John Williams to talk about the work he does with the Salvation Army, when he decided to join the Salvation Army, the most important part of the Wonderland Camp, how long the camp lasts, some of the […]

This week's New to Lou Too feature is the MicroGrill! A grill for your kitchen that gives you crispy grilled cheese sandwiches, juicy beef patties, and perfectly toasted paninis in just 4 minutes in the microwave! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with great advice for homeowners, special guests, information on new products, and more!

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 […]

On November 5th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today's potential market drivers:

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to discuss what the arguments are for Mike Madigan’s corruption conviction appeal and what the allegations are concerning the Broadview detention center conditions. She also explains why the Sun-Times sent a cease and desist to Homeland Security and the right to die law passed by Illinois lawmakers.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about Dick Van Dyke’s 100th birthday documentary and Robert Pattinson’s confirmation for a third “Dune” movie. They also discuss a possible “Mummy” sequel and what’s new in home video.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Gale Street Inn Being Revived By New Owners After Abrupt Closure — And The Ribs Will Be Back: A Jefferson Park resident is taking over the 62-year-old restaurant. He plans on […]

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Michael Jordan’s statue, the Chicago Tribune’s 1948 election mistake, Marshall Field’s Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Lab Kit, and more.

President and founder of Innovation DuPage, Joe Cassidy, joins Bob Sirott to talk about what Innovation DuPage is and how they help small businesses thrive. He also explains their ties to College of DuPage and what makes them different from other organizations that aid in small business growth.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty talks about how GLP-1 drugs interact with our genes and whether or not individuals need to continue taking them indefinitely.

Dr. Muddassir Siddiqi, President of College of DuPage (COD), joins John Williams to talk about the relationship he has with Innovation DuPage, some of the companies that they have supported, how many companies they have accelerated because of their work, the importance of empowering small businesses in the community to grow and thrive, and what […]

John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

Anthony Bowers, Major, Divisional Youth and Candidate Secretary, Assistant Camp Administrator for the Salvation Army’s Wonderland Camp, joins John Williams to talk about the work he does with the Salvation Army, when he decided to join the Salvation Army, the most important part of the Wonderland Camp, how long the camp lasts, some of the […]

Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins John Williams to talk about interest rates dropping, why he’s so upset with Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle’s “real estate tax debacle,” the strategy being used by D.R. Horton Homebuilders, his concern over inflation, the labor market, and credit card debt, and what his forecast is for […]

Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions.

Segment 1: Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about the market being up by a few hundred points today, why she’s concerned about the strength of the market, the importance of having ‘chicken money’ right now, and what you need to know about RMD time. And as always, Terry answers all of […]

Dave Eanet and Dan Persa are back after a bye week for another installment of Collegiately Speaking! Dave and Dan recap Northwestern’s loss to Nebraska before the bye week. Then they talk about the strong play from the Wildcats’ defense. Junior Wide Receiver Griffin Wilde joins the guys to talk about his relationship with Quarterback […]

Herb Weisbaum, The ConsumerMan and Contributing Editor at Checkbook.org, joins John Landecker to share car loan tips and a warning about new robocall tactics.

Paul Lisnek, WGN-TV political reporter, joins John Landecker to talk about tonight’s election results and discuss the government shutdown.

Subscribe to The FoundHer Files. Practical advice for your small business. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just what works...because we're better together. SUBSCRIBE HEREThis week, Lindsay Pinchuk breaks down one of the most powerful (and overlooked) marketing tools for small businesses — the Gift Guide.Whether you sell products, services, or both, a Gift Guide can help you grow your audience, collaborate with other brands, and create buzz that lasts long after the holidays.Lindsay shares how she used Gift Guides to skyrocket her first company, Bump Club & Beyond, and how her very first Dear FoundHer… Gift Guide landed her a TV segment on WGN and helped launch the brand.You'll learn:Why every business should have a Gift Guide (even in November!)How to choose a theme that aligns with your brandWays to SWEEP your guide across social, email, and partnershipsHow to turn one simple idea into a full marketing cycleAnd if you want step-by-step help building your own, you can grab Lindsay's Gift Guide Blueprint inside The FoundHer Files newsletter.Key TakeawaysGift Guides work because they're collaborative. Featuring other brands multiplies your reach through shares, tags, and partnerships.They're timeless. You can reuse and adapt them for holidays, Mother's Day, back-to-school, or any seasonal promotion.A clear theme matters. It helps your audience immediately understand what you stand for—and strengthens your brand story.Repurpose it everywhere. Turn your guide into Reels, emails, carousels, and live features all season long.Simple > Fancy. You don't need a big design budget or complex tech to make it work—start with what you have.Mentioned in This EpisodeThe Gift Guide Blueprint — Available inside The FoundHer FilesDear FoundHer on Tour — Aventura, FL (Dec 4, 2025)Connect with LindsayInstagram: @dearfoundher | @lindsaypinchukWebsite: dearfoundher.comSubscribe: FoundHer Files on Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kelly connects with longtime BBDO CEO Andrew Robertson to talk about his new book: “The Creative Shift: How to Power Up Your Organization by Making Space for New Ideas.”  “Every new idea represents a risk.”  “Creativity happens in leaps, not steps.”  “All great ideas sound great – in retrospect.” 

University of North Carolina School of Law Burton Craige Professor of Jurisprudence Michael Gerhardt discussed a possible Trump third term. Spivey Consulting Founder and CEO Mike Spivey explains the increasing trend in law school applicants. SAP Chief Legal Counsel and author Michelle Trong Perrin Steinberg joins LFO to discuss her new book “Kindly Michelle”. In […]

Marge Sipla, Speed Jokes spirit animal, cataloger and Member of the Speed Jokes Committee, joins John Williams and the gang to give us her favorite Speed Jokes of October 2025! What was your favorite joke this month? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com

Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins John Williams to talk about the importance of getting vaccinated for flu and COVID (especially for the older population), and a new study that shows the risk of a heart attack triples within the first few weeks after a Covid-19 infection. […]

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Rep. Chuy Garcia announcing at the last minute that he won’t run for reelection leaving the door open for his chief of staff to win the seat. Eric also breaks down election day across the country. What are the races we need to […]

Longtime Chicago radio veteran Harvey Wells, founder, Lower Tech Bills, talks to John about how he helps customers lower their internet, cell phone, and television costs. Harvey breaks down the battle between YouTube TV and Disney. To request a free Tech Check: hmwellsradio@gmail.com or call 312-307-1700.

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“

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

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.

On November 4th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today's potential market drivers:

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the different outcomes of the NASDAQ and DOW, as well as why Chairman Powell is unsure about another rate cut in December. He also explains why we’re not getting a comprehensive picture of the economy and the […]

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Chicago Restaurants Offering Free, Discounted Meals During SNAP Freeze: Food pantries are increasing their efforts to help — and Chicago restaurants are offering completely free or discounted meals to people […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the renewal of “The Daily Show” and Jon Stewart, as well as the new “Sexiest Man Alive,” and the death of Diane Ladd. They also discuss Jesse Eisenberg’s decision to donate a kidney […]

NewsNation D.C. correspondent Tom Dempsey joins Bob Sirott to recap what’s happened during the duration of the government shutdown and if we could see a deal reached by the end of this week. He also talks about the pressure lawmakers are under to reach a deal about SNAP benefits and flight delays at various airports.

Dr. David Prerau, an internationally known expert on daylight saving time, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how people can make the time change easier on themselves and what people can do to cope with earlier sunsets. He also shares where Congress is at with trying to abolish the time change. Video from April:

Chicago Way w/John Kass (11/03/25): Charles Lipson, the Peter B. Ritzma Professor of Political Science Emeritus at the University of Chicago, joins John Kass and Jeff Carlin this week to discuss what Zohran Mamdani’s role as a leader of the modern Democratic Party will look like, how the U.S. is going to respond to the […]