Amy Guth
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What you should know if you have to travel for the holidays
November 18, 2020 23:56Veteran 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.
How you can safely celebrate Thanksgiving during the COVID-19 pandemic
November 18, 2020 23:44Chicago 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.
President Trump takes to the podium in Pennsylvania
August 21, 2020 01:33OLD 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’s Summer Book Club 8/1/2020
August 01, 2020 19:07Amy 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; […]
Steve Dale 5/17/2020 Full Show | Dr. Anne Beall, the issues with swap meets, and more
May 17, 2020 11:05Dr. 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 3/10/20
March 10, 2020 22:43Amy 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 3/9/20: COVID-19 and what you should know, making daylight saving time permanent year around, & how to talk to your children and ease their fears about coronavirus
March 09, 2020 22:32Amy 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 Full Show 02/22/20: Have you cut the cable cord?
February 22, 2020 23:23Amy 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 2/1/20: the best Chicago albums of the 2010s, plans for the Obama Presidential Center, & the Facebook/Illinois class action settlement
February 01, 2020 22:48Amy 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 1/25/20: Re-thinking DNA tests, other effects of the coronavirus, & celebrity sightings
January 25, 2020 21:35Amy 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 1/20/20
January 20, 2020 22:32Amy 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 Full Show 01/12/20: What are some of your unpopular opinions?
January 12, 2020 23:33Amy 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 […]
Here is the Chicago connection to the success of the Washington Nationals
January 12, 2020 23:20Fred 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.
Here is how you can be a better traveler in 2020.
January 12, 2020 22:45Amy 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.
What are you bragging about?
January 12, 2020 21:34Amy 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!
Nikki Lynette shares her latest project coming to the Steppenwolf Theater
January 12, 2020 21:19Artist 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
Here is where you can pick from one of the 600+ flavors of cheesecake!
January 12, 2020 20:28Amy 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
Van Mobley professor of economics on WGN
December 30, 2019 01:40Host 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 Full Show 12.21.19 | Make your LinkedIn stronger, know where your data is going, International Travel, Marijuana Legalization and more!
December 21, 2019 20:16Amy 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 Full Show 12/12/19
December 12, 2019 22:42Amy 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 […]
Amy Guth Full Show 11.27.19 | WiscoPop, Top Political Stories of 2019, and more
November 27, 2019 19:05Today 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 […]
A recap of the top political stories of 2019
November 27, 2019 19:01Amy 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.
Crain’s Chicago Business Top Food & Restaurant Stories Of The Year
November 27, 2019 19:01Amy 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.
A rideshare company that’s trying to clear traffic congestion
October 06, 2019 19:22Amy 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.
The MLK50 Project and one incredible woman
October 06, 2019 19:10Multimedia 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!
Saturday Night Special with Amy Guth | Full Show 10.05.19
October 06, 2019 18:55Tonight, 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!
Following Hurricane Dorian, odd Labor Day traditions, Wisconsin Conservation, and more
September 02, 2019 21:47Amy 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 […]
This children’s book stands as a reminder to us all about how brave we really are
September 02, 2019 21:44Amy 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.
A lesson in the science of hurricanes
September 02, 2019 21:13As 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 […]
Citizens for a Scenic Wisconsin share details about their upcoming 2019 Leadership Conference
September 02, 2019 21:12Amy 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 […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 8/31/19: Greg Hinz, Caleb Crain, Steve Daniels
August 31, 2019 19:02Amy 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.
Biz Lunch with Amy Guth Full Show | 07.13.19
July 13, 2019 19:06On 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:
Late Night Special with Amy Guth | 07.01.19
July 02, 2019 04:14Tonight 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 […]
Saturday Night Special with Amy Guth | Full Show 06.29.19
June 30, 2019 02:48Tonight, 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 […]
Wintrust Business Lunch 6/22/19: – Zeke Faux , Danny Ecker
June 22, 2019 18:45Amy 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
Saturday Night Special | Conservation in Chicago: 6/8/19
June 09, 2019 03:02 - 19.2 MBAmy 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
It’s National Aquarium and Zoo Month! 06.01.19
June 02, 2019 02:55In 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 […]
A Memorial Day Special with Amy Guth, Mark Doyle & Branden Marty | 05.27.19
May 27, 2019 18:54“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 […]
Saturday Night Special With Amy Guth: Startups With Social Impact | 05.25.19
May 26, 2019 03:18On 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 […]
Approach To Living Your Best Life | 05.18.19
May 19, 2019 03:04It’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 […]
Saturday Night Special : Gambling & Legalized Sports Betting.
May 13, 2019 19:32On 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!
Saturday Night Special | 04.27.19 | Stress, Cops, and Deep Breaths
April 28, 2019 02:41Tonight 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 […]
Saturday Night Special |Independent Films| 04.20.19
April 21, 2019 05:16On 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 […]
Kon Mari with Patty Morrissey
March 31, 2019 02:20Amy 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 […]
Saturday Night Special | Your stuff, clutter, and Kon Mari
March 31, 2019 02:12Tonight on the Saturday Night Special: Amy is helping you get organized as she kicks off the show giving the top things lost inside the home. Think you can guess what’s #1? Sometimes staying organized can be tough. We get attached to things for various reasons, but did you know there are professional organizers to help? Amy welcomes Professional Organizer Erin Kelly as she gives inside information what contributes to cluttered spaces and the best ways to handle them. Erin […]
Saturday Night Special | Books to read in 2019
March 03, 2019 05:06Tonight on the Saturday Night Special: Amy is back again with her annual book show and this year it’s three more amazing authors with books you cannot miss. Author and film critic Elizabeth Weitzman highlights 50 women who have had an incredible impact on media in “Renegade Women in Film and TV“. From early trailblazers like Hedy Lamarr and Hattie McDaniel to current stars like Amy Poehler and Jessica Williams, Weitzman charts their stories and shows how important women have […]
Saturday Night Special 2/9/19 | Whisk(e)y
February 10, 2019 04:33Tonight on the Saturday Night Special, Amy Guth takes a deep dive into one of the most beloved beverages on Earth: whiskey. Whether you spell it with an “e” or without it, whiskey is a storied spirit steeped in so much tradition and history that we just had to talk about it. Author and bourbon expert Fred Minnick joins us from Kentucky to take us through the history of America’s finest export and shares his tips on what to look […]
Wintrust Business Lunch | Amy Guth | 1/19/19
January 19, 2019 20:22Join 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 […]
Saturday Night Special w/ Amy Guth | Conversations of 2018
December 23, 2018 05:21Tonight on the Saturday Nigh Special, host Amy Guth takes a look back at some of her most compelling conversations of 2018. From her mixtape show, we hear Robert K Elder the author of The Mixtape of My Life: A Do-It-Yourself Music Memoir. You can here the full podcast here. Then we hear Rosalind Lannin, co-host of the Miss-Spoken live-lite series, on Amy’s annual books and literature show and this was also the last show Amy had from Tribune Tower. Dr. Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell & Anne Elizab...
Saturday Night Special w/ Hannah Stanley filling in for Amy Guth
December 16, 2018 04:49Tonight 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.