Karen Conti
371 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsHear the latest legal news and opinion on the Karen Conti Podcast from 720 WGN
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The importance of speaking persuasively
January 22, 2019 23:32Speech specialist Dr. Catherine Ojakangas joins WGN Radio’s Karen Conti to talk about the importance of speaking persuasively. She elaborates on the different types of speech methods in persuasive speaking and Karen shares her pet peeves of speech. You can find more information on Dr. Ojakangas at her website, http://www.accent-american.com.
Dr. Jody Adewale explains questionable personalities
January 22, 2019 23:20WGN Radio’s Karen Conti is joined by psychologist Dr. Jody Adewale. They discuss Dr. Adewale’s involvement in the Lifetime documentary Surviving R. Kelly. Dr. Adewale also shares what you find in people that may have some of the characteristics portrayed in that documentary.
Karen Conti | Full Show 1/20/19
January 22, 2019 15:11Karen is back with her 1st show of the new year! The show starts off with psychologist Dr. Jody Adewale. He and Karen talk about Dr. Adewale’s involvement with the Lifetime series Surviving R. Kelly. Then, Karen discusses the importance of speaking persuasively with Dr. Catherine Ojakangas. As always, Karen provides updates on the latest legal news and answers legal questions from listeners.
How the holidays can increase grieving
November 27, 2018 14:19Licensed therapist Aida Pigott from Beverly Therapists joins WGN Radio’s Karen Conti to talk about how the holidays can magnify feelings of grief. They discuss how changes in tradition with another person over the holidays can also increase grief. Aida share’s these resources for grief support: David Kessler, Alan Wolfelt, and the Columbia University Center for Complicated Grief.
Andrea Metcalf tells us how to stay healthy over the holidays
November 26, 2018 04:40One of the nation’s top fitness experts, Andrea Metcalf, joins WGN Radio’s Karen Conti in studio! Andrea is a licensed and certified trainer, nutritionist, Pilates instructor and she talks about holidays and handling the challenges of over-indulging. You can learn more on Andrea’s website and at hang5fitness.com.
Karen Conti | Full Show 11/25/18
November 26, 2018 04:08Karen starts off by sharing her Thanksgiving with Emmy nominated producer, writer and comedian Vic Cohen. Top fitness expert, Andrea Metcalf, joins us in studio to talk about health and handling weight issues over the holidays. Finally, Aida Pigott from Beverly Therapists discusses handling grief and how the holidays can magnify those feelings.
Celebrating Singles Day with Karen Conti
November 12, 2018 16:40Smart Dating Academy founder, Bela Gandhi joins WGN Radio’s Karen Conti to share and celebrate Singles Day! They discuss the annual recognition of singles, what it means to be single now and what singles can be doing to find that special someone!
Two of the newest legal minds in IL
November 12, 2018 16:34WGN Radio’s Karen Conti is joined in studio by two of the 1,200+ lawyers sworn in this week after passing the Illinois Bar Exam. Samantha Zullo and Cayson Coyle discuss their recent achievement and the plans they have in joining the legal profession.
Karen Conti | Full Show 11/11/18
November 12, 2018 16:25Karen starts off the show acknowledging those who served on Veterans Day. Then, Karen discusses the 1200+ IL lawyers that were sworn in this week including new additions Samantha Zullo and Cayson Coyle. Finally, Smart Dating Academy founder, Bela Gandhi joins Karen on the show to share and celebrate Singles Day!
Cook County Commissioner John Fritchey talks about the diversity in elections and more
November 05, 2018 18:27Cook County Commissioner and Chairman of the Information Technology Committee, John Fritchey, joins WGN Radio’s Karen Conti in the studio. They discuss the rally to get out and vote featuring President Barack Obama, the referendum, plastic straws, the mayoral race, the police consent decree and much more!
Handling conversation disagreements with Rae Kyritsi
November 05, 2018 18:17WGN Radio’s Karen Conti is joined in studio by certified mediator Rae Kyritsi, with the Center of Conflict Resolution. They discuss how to handle harsh conversations, disagreements and Rae’s upcoming class Thursday, November 8th called Difficult Conversations Workshop. They even share a mock conversation over Thanksgiving dinner!
Karen Conti | Full Show 11/04/18
November 05, 2018 17:58Karen starts off the show sharing a story of CTA drivers that have been caught relieving themselves while working. Then, Karen discusses having harsh conversations and disagreements with Rae Kyritsi, from the Center of Conflict Resolution. Finally, Karen is joined in studio by Cook County Commissioner and Chairman of the Information Technology Committee, John Fritchey, to discuss the rally to get out and vote, the referendum, plastic straws, the mayoral race and the police consent decree.
Van Dyke defense attorney shares verdict opinion
October 15, 2018 05:51Jason Van Dyke’s defense lawyer Dan Herbert joins WGN Radio’s Karen Conti in studio! Dan about his background and how he now respresents first responders. He also gives his thoughts on the Van Dyke trial verdict and takes listener’s questions on the trial.
Karen Conti shares how to keep your heart healthy
October 15, 2018 05:43WGN’s Karen Conti is joined in studio with cardiologist Dr. Marla Mendelson, Director for Women’s Cardiovascular Health at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Associate Professor of Medicine & Pediatrics at the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. They discuss gender bias in medicine, good diet options and lifestyle practices to keep your heart pumping strong!
Karen Conti | Full Show 10/14/18
October 15, 2018 05:26Karen starts off the show discussing heart health with cardiologist Dr. Marla Mendelson, Director for Women’s Cardiovascular Health at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Associate Professor of Medicine & Pediatrics at the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. They talk about the gender bias in medicine and healthy practices for your heart. Then, Karen is joined by Jason Van Dyke’s defense lawyer Dan Herbert. He shares insight into the defense of Van Dyke and takes listener’s questions o...
Karen Conti | Full Show 9/30/18
October 03, 2018 20:50It’s a shortened show tonight and Karen starts off talking about the Jason Van Dyke trial followed by listener calls and their opinions on the trial and whether the defendant should testify. Later, Karen discusses the current situation with Brett Kavanaugh.
Joe “The Shark” Lopez shares insight to Paul Manafort’s guilty plea
September 17, 2018 15:51Criminal defense attorney and legal analyst Joe “The Shark” Lopez joins WGN Radio’s Karen Conti to discuss Paul Manafort’s recent guilty plea, the Jason Van Dyke trial and much more!
Vic Cohen shares healthy options at Wrigley Field
September 17, 2018 15:34Karen Conti is joined by returning guest Vic Cohen, an Emmy nominated producer and writer. They discuss healthy food choices at the ballpark after Vic’s recent Cubs game experience at Wrigley Field. Later, they ask callers to chime in on their discussion on counting calories.
Karen Conti | Full Show 9/16/18
September 17, 2018 15:23Karen starts off the show with returning guest Vic Cohen to discuss calorie counting and healthy food choices. Then, criminal defense attorney and legal analyst Joe “The Shark” Lopez joins Karen to talk about Paul Manafort’s guilty plea.
Retired CPD Chief of Detectives discusses the CPD consent decree
September 10, 2018 13:16WGN Radio’s Karen Conti is joined in-studio by retired CPD Chief of Detectives Eugene Roy to talk about the recent consent decree intended to help reform the Chicago Police Department.
Serena Williams gender discrimination and women in the workplace
September 10, 2018 13:06WGN Radio’s Karen Conti is joined on the phone by Andrea Kramer, a lawyer with the prestigious law firm McDermott Will & Emery. They discuss gender discrimination and the recent Serena Williams incident.