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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 2.17.23
February 17, 2023 20:41Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to [email protected]!
Arne Duncan: ‘More effective policing is what we need now!’
February 16, 2023 20:54Arne Duncan, former United States Secretary of Education and ex-CEO of Chicago Public Schools, joins John Williams to talk about what his plan is for eliminating the violence in Chicago through Chicago CRED. Duncan also shares whether or not he or his organization will endorse a mayoral candidate.
Rick Pearson: Gov. J.B. Prizker’s State of the State address key takeaways
February 16, 2023 20:53Chicago Tribune chief political reporter Rick Pearson joins John Williams to share the key takeaways from Governor J.B. Pritzker’s State of the State address. Listen in while Rick dives deep into Prizker’s $49.6 billion budget proposal for early education and more.
Food and nutrition expert Dawn Jackson Blatner: Olive oil ‘is the gold standard when it comes to cooking oils’
February 16, 2023 20:51Author and food and nutrition expert Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the importance of washing your fruits and vegetables. Then, Dawn shares the truth behind cooking with olive oil.
Indictment of the suspected Highland Park shooter’s father: What’s next?
February 16, 2023 20:51Rich Lenkov, attorney with Downey & Lenkov LLC and host of Legal Face Off, joins John Williams to break down the details about the indictment of the suspected Highland Park Shooter’s father and shares key details on the case thus far.
Alpha Wealth Group founder Tom Fortino: How inflation is affecting everyday purchases
February 16, 2023 18:04Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and co-host of “This Week in Wealth” on WGN Radio, joins John Williams to discuss credit card interest rates, how inflation is affecting people buying everyday goods, tips on how to invest your money, and more!
The Mincing Rascals 2.15.22: Chicago Mayoral race frontrunners, Nikki Haley announces Presidential run, Objects in the sky, Bears stadium update, and MLB rule changes
February 15, 2023 23:37The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn of The Picayune Sentinel and The Daily Herald, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and Jon Hansen of WGN Radio, WCIU TV and Block Club Chicago. This week, The Rascals discuss what a potential runoff of Paul Vallas and Brandon Johnson for Mayor of Chicago could look like. Then they talk […]
Municipal Election: AARP is educating voters in the Chicagoland area
February 15, 2023 20:11Jane Light, AARP Executive Council Member, and Chartay Robinson, Associate State Director of Advocacy & Outreach for AARP Northern Illinois, joins John Williams to discuss how they help older voters have access to all the information they need to be able to vote in this municipal election. Listen in while Jane and Chartay emphasize the […]
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DXII, 2.15.23
February 15, 2023 20:06John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected]!
Brandon Johnson responds to Mayor Lightfoot calling him a ‘false prophet’
February 14, 2023 23:57Brandon Johnson, Cook County commissioner and candidate for Mayor of Chicago, joins John Williams to respond to Lori Lightfoot’s comment about him calling him a “false prophet” and to explain his plans for the city of Chicago.
Dr. Jeffrey Kopin on the dangers of smoking cigarettes
February 14, 2023 23:57Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, joins John to talk about how useful a measurement BMI is, how much water you should drink every day, the dangers of smoking cigarettes and more.
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DXI, 2.14.23
February 14, 2023 23:56John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected]!
What would happen if an earthquake hit Illinois?
February 13, 2023 21:02Dr. Jon Remo, Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Resources at Southern Illinois University, joins John to talk about what would happen if a earthquake, like the one in Turkey, hit Illinois or other parts of the United States.
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DX, 2.13.23
February 13, 2023 21:00John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected]!
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 2.10.23
February 10, 2023 21:15Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to [email protected]!
Music critic Greg Kot reflects on the life and legacy of Burt Bacharach
February 09, 2023 23:45The great Greg Kot, longtime music critic and co-host of Sound Opinions, joins John Williams to talk about the impact that Burt Bacharach made on popular music. The legendary composer died yesterday at the age of 94.
Attorney Rae Kaplan: How to apply for student loan interest forgiveness
February 09, 2023 22:48Attorney Rae Kaplan, of Kaplan Law Firm, joins John Williams to talk about the latest information you should know about the Biden administration’s student loan debt relief program including a rule change that could impact your loan.
‘The Food Guy’ Steve Dolinsky: ‘Chicago is a very unique pizza town’
February 09, 2023 22:26It’s National Pizza Day, so who best to talk to about the beloved food than a pizza historian! Steve Dolinsky, food reporter, author and James Beard Award winner, joins John Williams to talk about why Chicago is a very unique pizza town, how ‘Tavern Style’ is the most authentic Chicago pizza, and the reason why he never orders […]
Nutrition expert Dawn Jackson Blatner: The perfect fun and healthy Super Bowl menu
February 09, 2023 21:50Author and food and nutrition expert Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to remind you why you should avoid grazing at your Super Bowl party. Load up your plate and enjoy the food! Dawn also talks about an ingredient that you can add to your tacos, if you need to rinse your oats, and a fun (and healthy!) Super […]
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DIX, 2.9.23
February 09, 2023 20:43John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected]!
The Mincing Rascals 2.8.22: Chicago mayoral race, SOTU recap, and AMC ticket prices
February 09, 2023 00:08The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, and Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute. This week, The Rascals discuss the latest mayoral poll showing that it’s a three-way race between Chuy Garcia, Mayor Lori Lightfoot, and Paul Vallas. And what about Willie Wilson? Is he still a viable candidate? With […]
Best prop bets for Super Bowl LVII
February 08, 2023 23:20Fox Sports and New England Sports Network betting analyst Sam Panayotovich joins John Williams to talk about Chicago’s connection to one of the greatest prop bets in Super Bowl history and some of the more interesting prop bets for Super Bowl LVII. Sam also breaks down the game and tells us why he thinks former Texas Tech great […]
Ald. Sophia King: ‘We can both uplift police and hold them accountable’
February 08, 2023 23:014th Ward Alderwoman and candidate for mayor Sophia King joins John Williams to tout her accomplishments and what she would do if she was elected to be the next mayor of Chicago. Ald. King talks about what she would do with the Chicago Bears and her plan for policing and combating crime.
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DVIII, 2.8.23
February 08, 2023 22:10John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected]!
Eric Zorn: Paul Vallas will be in the runoff election
February 07, 2023 21:54Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about how the winners of the snow plow naming contest show that Chicagoans are stuck in the past. Also, Eric shares his thoughts on the Chicago mayoral race and why he thinks Paul Vallas will make the runoff election.
Dr. Michael Bauer: Keys to improving heart health
February 07, 2023 21:25Dr. Michael Bauer, Medical Director at Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, joins John Williams to talk about how we are doing this winter with COVID, flu, and RSV, the keys to improving our heart health, why you shouldn’t be afraid to travel this spring, and the importance of getting up to date on all of your vaccines.
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DVII, 2.7.23
February 07, 2023 20:40John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected]!
Laura Washington: Criminals know that police are overwhelmed
February 06, 2023 21:35Laura Washington, contributing columnist for the Chicago Tribune and political analyst for ABC-7, joins John Williams to talk about her recent piece about mayoral candidate Willie Wilson’s ‘hunt them down like a rabbit’ comment and Chicago’s problem with violence.
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DVI, 2.6.23
February 06, 2023 20:38John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected]!
How to evaluate and treat childhood obesity
February 03, 2023 21:55Dr. Ihuoma Eneli, one of the authors of the American Academy of Pediatrics new guidelines on childhood obesity, joins John Williams to talk about the new guidelines, how they define obesity in a clinical setting, what percentage of U.S. children are obese, the importance of being careful with words and avoiding words like ‘fat’ and […]
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi: Why the U.S. is not shooting down Chinese balloon right now
February 03, 2023 21:36U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi joins John Williams to tell us everything we know about the suspected Chinese spy balloon that is flying over the United States.
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 2.3.23
February 03, 2023 20:55Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to [email protected]!
Dr. Pattani: Flossing and its connection to heart health
February 03, 2023 19:00Dr. Amar Pattani, family dentist at Main Street Smiles at 312 W Main Street in Barrington, talks to John about flossing and its connection to heart health, how often a person should floss, and what we should know about using mouthwash. Dr. Pattani also answers all of your dental-related questions.
Nutrition expert Dawn Jackson Blatner: Build better heart health
February 02, 2023 21:38Author and food and nutrition expert Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about February being Heart Health Month, four behaviors and four health factors that are keys to a healthy heart, what needs to be done to address childhood obesity, and what type of milk we should be drinking. Also, Dawn answers all of your health and […]
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DV, 2.2.23
February 02, 2023 20:38John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected]!
Pastor Corey Brooks announces $8 million donation from the McCormick Foundation
February 02, 2023 00:59Pastor Corey Brooks tells of the $8 million match gift to build the community center.
David Hochberg: Great time for first-time homebuyers
February 02, 2023 00:43Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins John Williams to talk about why he’s feeling good about mortgage interest rates, why now is a great time for first-time homebuyers to purchase a home, and what you should know about adjustable rate mortgages right now. David also answers all of your mortgage questions. David hosts “Home […]
The Mincing Rascals 2.1.23: Mayoral forum recap, Tyre Nichols death, Netflix password sharing crackdown
February 02, 2023 00:26The Mincing Rascals are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn of The Picayune Sentinel and The Daily Herald, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and Brandon Pope, host of ‘On the Block‘ on WCIU. This week, the Rascals break down the latest mayoral forum hosted by WGN-TV. What were the biggest takeaways from the forum? North side alderman Tom Tunney […]
Rep. LaHood: There should be adequate punishment for mishandling classified documents
February 01, 2023 23:22U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL 16) joins John Williams to talk about introducing legislation along with his colleague Mike Quigley (D-IL-05) to implement stronger enforcement for mishandling of classified documents.
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DIV, 2.1.23
February 01, 2023 22:13John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected]!
Dr. Marc Sala: What happens when the COVID emergency ends?
January 31, 2023 21:40Dr. Marc Sala, Co-Director of the Northwestern Medicine Comprehensive COVID-19 Center, joins John Williams to talk about his work at the COVID center, how the type of patients at the center have changed throughout the pandemic, if he’s still seeing patients with a loss of taste and smell, President Biden saying that he will end […]
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DIII, 1.31.23
January 31, 2023 20:39John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected]!
Retired Aurora police chief Kristen Ziman: Poor training, abuse of power, and cruelty played roles in the death of Tyre Nichols
January 30, 2023 22:15Poor training, abuse of power, and cruelty played roles in the death of Tyre Nichols.
Retired Aurora police chief Kristen Ziman: Poor training, abuse of power, and cruelty played a role in the death of Tyre Nichols
January 30, 2023 22:15Kristen Ziman, former Chief of the Aurora Police Department and author of “Reimagining Blue: Thoughts on Life, Leadership, and a New Way Forward in Policing,” joins John Williams to talk about the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols by Memphis police and how this incident showed a lack of training, abysmal decision making, abuse of power, and cruelty […]
Actor Stephen Tobolowsky reflects on the 30th anniversary of ‘Groundhog Day’
January 30, 2023 21:19The great writer, director, and character actor Stephen Tobolowsky (Ned in ‘Groundhog Day’) and Rick Bellairs, Groundhog Days Committee Chairman, join John Williams to talk about the 30th anniversary of the iconic film and the festivities the city of Woodstock (where the movie was filmed) has planned for Groundhog Day this year.
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DII, 1.30.23
January 30, 2023 20:35John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected]!
Mayoral candidate Brandon Johnson shares his vision for Chicago’s future
January 27, 2023 21:43Cook County Commissioner and mayoral candidate Brandon Johnson joins John Williams to talk about why he wants to be the next mayor of Chicago and his plan to combat crime, if he would keep Chicago Police Superintendent Brown in his job, how he wants to raise revenue including bringing back a corporate ‘head tax,’ and […]
What is ChatGPT and how does it work?
January 27, 2023 21:22Daniel Linna, Senior Lecturer, Director of Law and Technology Initiatives, Northwestern University, joins John to tell us everything we should know about ChatGPT, a chatbot tool driven by AI technology, which is quickly changing how the world interacts with AI.
Economics Professor Michael Miller: Everything you should know about the debt ceiling
January 27, 2023 21:11Michael Miller, Associate Professor of Economics at DePaul University, joins John to discuss a recent post from PoliticsGirl about the debt ceiling. Michael and John break down the post to help us better understand what the debt ceiling is, why there is a congressional standoff, and what is likely to happen in the coming months.
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 1.27.23
January 27, 2023 20:30Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to [email protected]!