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The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute and The Last Ward, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week the Rascals begin the podcast with a fascinating discussion about the future of journalism and Substack. The Rascals then mince about Chicago Tribune film critic Michael […]
This week's New to Lou Too is PowerUp Smart Paper Planes. The next-generation smartphone remote-controlled paper airplane kit! For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel.
Bob Sirott and John Landecker are back again for round 2 of For Radio Geeks Only! Join Bob and John as they go down memory lane from their time working together back in the day. Ron Riley, legendary WLS disc jockey, and Spike O’Dell, legendary WGN Radio host, also call into the show to share […]
NewsNation Now anchor Connell McShane joins John Williams to break down what we can expect from the meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!
Christina Hunger, a speech-language pathologist and author of “Your Dog Can Talk: A Step-By-Step Guide to Button Training,” joins John Williams to talk about how her career in speech pathology led her to teach her dog how to communicate. Christina explains how the teaching process works, the huge potential for language learning, how many words […]
Makhlouf: Kaitlin Sharkey breaks down the good and bad of Bears camp (Hour 2) full In the second hour, Ramie Makhlouf talks with WGN's Kaitlin Sharkey on what she's seen overall in Bears training camp, he listens back to some of Ryan Poles with Mully & Ruthie Polinsky earlier this morning, and says that he likes the Cubs calling up their top prospect Owen Caissie, but they should've done it earlier in the season. 2709 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 02:40:00 +0000 UqZDjr2jS1L453hYGcbPTlFJw8xzCkqi sports Score Evenings sports Makhlouf: Kaitlin Sharkey breaks down the good and bad of Bears camp (Hour 2) 670 The Score personalities react to the latest Chicago sports news and storylines. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.
Christina Hunger, a speech-language pathologist and author of “Your Dog Can Talk: A Step-By-Step Guide to Button Training,” joins John Williams to talk about how her career in speech pathology led her to teach her dog how to communicate. Christina explains how the teaching process works, the huge potential for language learning, how many words […]
Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!
NewsNation Now anchor Connell McShane joins John Williams to break down what we can expect from the meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Lou Manfredini joins Jon Hansen, filling in for 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.
On August 15th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today's potential market drivers:
Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott's wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to share tips on what you should and should not say when talking to someone online. Marianne also details her Caesar salad recipe with homemade skillet croutons. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go […]
Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the status of ‘Top Gun 3’, Timothee Chalamet’s new film, two new ‘Star Trek’ installments, Daniel Day-Lewis’ return to the big screen, season 38 of ‘The Amazing Race’, and more.
Robert Sherman, NewsNation National Correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to preview the meeting in Alaska between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Robert explains the current situation in Ukraine after attacks by Russia, what we can expect from the summit, the possibility of a second meeting in the near future, and what Ukraine thinks […]
Elvis Presley’s best friend, Jerry Schilling, joins Bob Sirott to remember the life and legacy of Elvis 48 years after his passing. Jerry discusses how he met Elvis, his generosity for his fans, his physical struggles later in life, staying friends after having multiple falling outs, and the impact of Colonel Tom Parker. Jerry also […]
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: How A Rogue Laboratory Got People Convicted For Driving High: A forensics scandal at the University of Illinois Chicago reveals a crisis of oversight in the state's crime labs. Cubs To […]
NewsNation Now anchor Connell McShane joins John Williams to break down what we can expect from the meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!
Christina Hunger, a speech-language pathologist and author of “Your Dog Can Talk: A Step-By-Step Guide to Button Training,” joins John Williams to talk about how her career in speech pathology led her to teach her dog how to communicate. Christina explains how the teaching process works, the huge potential for language learning, how many words […]
Segment 1: Michael Miller, Economics Professor, Western Washington University and Professor Emeritus at DePaul University, joins John Williams to talk about how tariffs will impact general prices, why markets are still hitting all-time highs, when the Fed might cut interest rates, and to explain why initial labor report numbers are typically not reliable. Segment 2: Mike Spriggs, […]
John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.
It's time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature! Are you trying to come up with some vacation ideas that are only a quick getaway from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we take a short trip north and visit once again with Cari Greving, […]
Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the ‘Japanese walking’ trend. Dawn explains the benefits of this type of walking. Dawn also talks about a new study about ultra-processed foods, and answers all of your fitness and nutrition questions.
Pastor Corey Brooks, Founder and Senior Pastor at New Beginnings Church of Chicago and the Founder and CEO of Project H.O.O.D, joins John Williams to talk about the progress he's making in the effort to build his opportunity center on the South Side and why he’s walking across America to raise awareness and funds for […]
Pastor Corey Brooks, Founder and Senior Pastor at New Beginnings Church of Chicago and the Founder and CEO of Project H.O.O.D, joins John Williams to talk about the progress he's making in the effort to build his opportunity center on the South Side and why he’s walking across America to raise awareness and funds for […]
Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the ‘Japanese walking’ trend. Dawn explains the benefits of this type of walking. Dawn also talks about a new study about ultra-processed foods, and answers all of your fitness and nutrition questions.
It's time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature! Are you trying to come up with some vacation ideas that are only a quick getaway from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we take a short trip north and visit once again with Cari Greving, […]
John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.
Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.
Molly DeVore, reporter with Block Club Chicago, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the invasive shrubs that have taken over forests across Illinois. DeVore shares that over 80 percent of all forests have these shrubs present on their floor, and what steps are being taken to find a lasting solution.
On August 14th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today's potential market drivers:
Angie Kappel (Vice President, Foreign Exchange at Associated Bank) joins Steve Grzanich in today's Associated Bank Thought Leader conversation to discuss what consumers can expect from new tariffs, the September interest rate cut potential, plus the Federal Reserve board and chair succession.
Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Augusta On Premise Bringing Wine Bar With Small Plates, Live Jazz To Lincoln Square This Fall: The wine bar from the owners of Augusta Food & Wine will feature jazz age decor, […]
Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to discuss why Priscilla Presley is being sued and the end of “Sex and the City.” She also shares why Martha Stewart will not be a “Real Housewife,” a health update from Sheryl Crow, and […]
President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about why you should refrain from posting your child’s back-to-school picture on social media and how to spot a fake refund promise. He also discusses fake celebrity ads, scammers who target older adults’ life savings, and why you shouldn’t have to pay for […]
Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about a viral video that urges viewers to go back to the ways of the 80’s and why some of the claims in the video are inaccurate. They also discuss the latest Chicago hoax of a man trapped inside The Bean, or Cloud Gate, […]
Actor Steve Schirripa joins Bob Sirott to share how he got his big break in the movie “Casino,” how he found out his character would die on “The Sopranos,” and what it was like writing a book with Michael Imperioli. He also talks about who he originally auditioned for before getting the part of Bobby […]
Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the ‘Japanese walking’ trend. Dawn explains the benefits of this type of walking. Dawn also talks about a new study about ultra-processed foods, and answers all of your fitness and nutrition questions.
John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.
It's time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature! Are you trying to come up with some vacation ideas that are only a quick getaway from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we take a short trip north and visit once again with Cari Greving, […]
Pastor Corey Brooks, Founder and Senior Pastor at New Beginnings Church of Chicago and the Founder and CEO of Project H.O.O.D, joins John Williams to talk about the progress he's making in the effort to build his opportunity center on the South Side and why he’s walking across America to raise awareness and funds for […]
Segment 1: Jason Turner, Chief Investment Strategist for Wintrust Wealth Management, joins John to talk about why the stock market continues to rise despite economic uncertainty, his thoughts on today’s hot inflation report, and if he thinks the Fed might cut rates in September. Segment 2: Jason Hiner, Editor in Chief, ZDNET, joins John to talk […]
The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast talking about the Cook County State's Attorney's Office declining to file charges against the Chicago police officers who fired dozens of shots at Dexter Reed. Do the […]
The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast talking about the Cook County State's Attorney's Office declining to file charges against the Chicago police officers who fired dozens of shots at Dexter Reed. Do the […]
Bill Daley, former White House Chief of Staff and co-chair of ‘Fair Maps Illinois,’ joins John Williams to talk about the effort he’s leading with Ray LaHood to remove partisanship from how Illinois legislative maps are drawn. Bill explains how they are trying to create maps that are more representative of the population of the […]
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. Bob talks about the amount of rain we’ve been getting, and how fungus is completely out of control because of the heat and […]
John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.
The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast talking about the Cook County State's Attorney's Office declining to file charges against the Chicago police officers who fired dozens of shots at Dexter Reed. Do the […]
Chicago Way w/John Kass (08/11/25): This week, John Kass & Jeff Carlin tackle JB Pritzker’s hypocrisy when it comes gerrymandering, evidence that President Barack Obama was trying to convince people Russia got Trump elected in 2016 -even though we know they didn’t, and look at why dreams of living on the Moon or Mars are […]