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A weekly one-hour conversation with guest experts and callers about travel, cultures, people, and the things we find around the world that give life its extra sparkle. Rick Steves is America's leading authority on travel to Europe and beyond. Host and writer of over a hundred public television travel shows and author of 30 best-selling guidebooks, Rick now brings his passion for exploring and understanding our world to public radio. Related travel information and message boards on www.rickst ...
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Here are full episodes of "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" (weeknights from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on WCPT Chicago), a radio talk show devoted to covering the news of the day and connecting listeners with local leaders. Patti Vasquez is a Chicago comedian, writer, actor, talk show host, consultant, advocate, and policy adviser. After achieving a degree in history from the University of Illinois, she set out to share her hilarious observations about how people behave, and stories about her sec ...
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Basic Folk

The Bluegrass Situation

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Basic Folk features honest conversations with folk musicians hosted by Cindy Howes and Lizzie No. We approach interviews with warmth, humor and insightful questions. Since 2018, this podcast has dignified under the radar roots musicians by providing a platform that they might not otherwise have. You’ll hear interviews from Three-time Grammy-winning guitar gods like Molly Tuttle, Haitian American folk legends like Leyla McCalla and deep feelers like songwriter John Hiatt. Basic Folk is dedica ...
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On today's show: Patti broadcasts live from Los Angeles and her guests include: – Cliff Cash, comedian and activist, promoting the Remove the Regime event taking place Saturday, November 22 Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home). See omnystudio.com/li…
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On today's show Dan Schaefer fills in for Patti and his guests are: – Rebecca Williams and Ben Nagy of FairVote Illinois – John Fugelsang, comedian and best-selling author; his pay-per-view special takes place Saturday night! Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/dri…
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One of Rick's favorite Venice tour guides lets us in on changes afoot in Italy's city of dreams. Then the tireless Senior Nomads share lessons from a dozen years on the road as they unpack their suitcases and settle down for good. And a gastronomic guide invites us to dig into the best bites from across the continent. For more information on Travel…
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Frazey Ford has always loved soul music. She fell in love with Otis Redding at age 11 and discovered people like Ann Peebles along the way, but it was Al Green that really knocked her out. She loved the layers, the expression, and especially his voice. She completely dove in and even started an Al Green cover band. Although she had been perfecting …
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On today's show: – Nathan Taylor of Election Truth Alliance – In hour two Patti joins the Up North Podcast with the Minocqua Brewing Company and contributors Kirk Bangstad, Ben Cominos, Amy Thomas and more; this time their guests include Christopher Armitage, U.S. Air Force veteran, former law enforcement officer, and security consultant who now wr…
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On today's show: – Dan Kotowski, former Illinois state senator and president and chief executive officer of Kids Above All – Warren Preis of Source Solar – Reid McCollum, chair of the Democratic Party of DuPage County Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-…
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On today's show: – Matt Conroy, candidate for Congress in the 5th Congressional District of Illinois – Scott Friedland, owner of Timeless Toys, on his tariff-free Christmas – Paul Farahvar, comedian and recovering attorney Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/drivin…
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On today's show: – McHenry County Democrat Mary Mahady, to promote the McHenry County Women event Power of the Purse, happening this Saturday – Kathy O’Neill of the Irish-American Heritage Center – Angela Cummings, executive director of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Lynne of Indivisible Elk Grove Township Catch "Driving It Home w…
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Guidebook researcher Cameron Hewitt opens our eyes to the history, nature, and genuine welcome that await travelers venturing to the Slavic nations of central and eastern Europe. Then a tour guide from Switzerland explains what compels him to run with the bulls in Pamplona each summer, as he's done for five decades. And listeners chat with Rick abo…
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On today's show Patti is joined by guest co-host Jaime DeLeon and their guests are: – Thelma Young of The Solutions Project, promoting a video release with actress America Ferrera celebrating migrants for the climate solutions they’ve brought to the United States – Margaret O’Connor of Common Pantry – Dan Shafer, creator of The Recombobulation Area…
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On today's show: – Bushra Amiwala, Democratic candidate for Congress in the 9th District of Illinois – Aaron Kleinman, head of research at Heartland Signal – At 6:00 Patti joins the Up North Podcast with the Minocqua Brewing Company and contributors Kirk Bangstad, Ben Cominos, Amy Thomas and more Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays …
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On today's show: – Claudia Quesada, Cuban actress based in Chicago – Conor Brown, chief executive officer of the NorthWest Illinois Alliance of Realtors – Daniel Tully, candidate for Congress in the 8th District of Illinois Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/drivi…
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On today's show: – Comedians Evie Cato, Soli Santos and Carmen Navarro Gercone, who are part of the Boricuas of Comedy night, November 7 at Nellie’s Restaurant in Chicago Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …
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On today's show WCPT’s Paul Chivari fills in for Patti and his guests are: – Mark Gevaart, producer-host of My Labor Radio, an independent Community Access Radio program that airs every Wednesday on WELT 95.7 FM in Fort Wayne Indiana – Jen Golbeck, professor, computer scientist, psychologist, “expert in the far-right, online extremism, AI, and bad …
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Hear how Gothic literature uses scary stories and the supernatural to explore human nature. Then learn about the origins and traditions of Mexico's annual celebration of departed loved ones. And get a New Orleans tour guide's take on the uniquely spiritual culture of her city as well as some of its most haunted sights. For more information on Trave…
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On today's show Professor Joel Ostrow fills in for Patti and his guests are: – Chicago Deputy Mayor Beatrice Ponce de Leon – Dylan Blaha, candidate for Congress in the 13th District of Illinois – Rachel Cohen, attorney and Chicago resident – Heidi Stevens, nationally syndicated columnist, director of External Affairs at the TMW Center for Early Lea…
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In the eight years since The Barr Brothers last released an album, Andrew has been drumming with people like Feist, Mumford & Sons, and Broken Social Scene while Brad released a solo record and underwent incredible personal change. Brad made the huge decision to get sober, which he talks about candidly in our Basic Folk interview. Anything you read…
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On today's show: – Car Guy Tom Appel, host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast – At 6:00 Patti joins the Up North Podcast with the Minocqua Brewing Company and contributors Kirk Bangstad, Ben Cominos, Amy Thomas and more; this time Thom Hartmann joins the conversation! Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. C…
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On today's show Patti is joined by guest co-host Dan Schaefer and their guests include: – Heidi Stevens, nationally syndicated columnist, director of External Affairs at the TMW Center for Early Learning and Public Health, and fellowship coach at The OpEd Project – Rep. Delia Ramirez (D-IL) – BEKA, cast member in the Skokie Theater production of “D…
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On today's show: – Dr. Jason Bussell, director ofChicago Community Acupuncture – Jesse Rojo, community organizer and chair of Illinois Veterans for Change – Joe Walsh, former Republican congressman from Illinois, former Republican, and host of The Social Contract with Joe Walsh Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p…
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On today's show: – Carla Ulbrich, musical comedian – Brock Benefiel, host of The Climate Pod, “a wide-ranging conversation with leading experts on the politics, economics, activism, culture, science, and social justice issues at the heart of the climate crisis” – Montez Soliz, Democratic candidate for Congress in the 17th District of Illinois – Jac…
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Learn about the societal roles and everyday lives of the women of Pompeii. Then get recommendations from a Greek tour guide for some islands that should be on your radar for your next visit. And take a walk on the Emerald Isle's weird side with a local collector of all things offbeat, outlandish, and delightfully Irish. For more information on Trav…
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On today's show Patti is joined by co-host Ken Mejia-Beal and their guests are: – Nathan Taylor of Election Truth Alliance – Dan Shafer, creator of The Recombobulation Area and political editor at Civic Media in Wisconsin – Lisa Hilgenberg-Buhle, development manager at Youth Outlook Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7…
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On today's show: – Cheryl Flinn of The Symphony of Oak Park River Forest – Joel Bleifuss, editor and publisher of Barn Raiser, and Justin Perkins, editor and publisher of Barn Raiser – Patti joins the Up North Podcast with the Minocqua Brewing Company and contributors Kirk Bangstad, Ben Cominos, Amy Thomas and more Catch "Driving It Home with Patti…
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On today's show: – Funny is Female Comedy Festival producer and comedian Angie McMahon, along with Soli Santos, Gwen LaRoka, Lisa Nagatomo-Timms, Evie Cato, Nina Kern – Dr. Caitlyn McHugh-Glab, optometrist with Focused Eye Care and an expert in myopia management Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on W…
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On today's show: – Malcolm Kenyatta, Pennsylvania state representative and Democratic National Committee vice chair – Illinois State Representative Kam Buckner (D) – Neil Khot, candidate for Congress in the 8th District of Illinois Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/progra…
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On today's show: – Indiana State Rep. Carolyn Jackson (D-Hammond); she is ranking minority member of the House Committee on Elections and Apportionment – Merrill Miller, market manager of the Jefferson Park Sunday Market – Leila Staton of Insufferable Wenches, an Indivisible group in Cedar Rapids, Iowa Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" wee…
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Hear how the characters of Nordic mythology can help you better understand the past, and how they influence the epic tales that entertain us today. Discover Dutch towns to explore beyond Amsterdam where you can view technological marvels as well as medieval charm. Also, find out how tourism in Nicaragua is trying to rebound from multiple setbacks, …
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On today's show Patti is joined by guest co-host Joe Kilgallon and their guests are: – Brad Vartan, vice president of the Humboldt Park Health Foundation – John Fugelsang, actor, comedian, podcaster and radio host, TV pundit, and author of the New York Times bestselling book “Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person’s Guide to Taking Back the B…
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Asheville-based songwriter David Wilcox has been through some s-h-i-t. A difficult childhood in Northeast Ohio sent him seeking answers – mostly on his bicycle – in an attempt to get away. He has spent his lifetime leaning into his problems and digging into their roots at the source: his own heart. He decided to see what lessons his heart had been …
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On today's show: – Chicago Ald. Jesse Fuentes During the 6:00 hour Patti takes part in the “Up North” podcast Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On today's show: Patti is joined by guest co-host Ken Mejia-Beal and their guests are: – Lynne from Elk Grove Township Indivisible – Kayla Ragona, board member of Seattle Indivisible Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home). See omnystudio.com/listener …
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On today's show: – Justin Kaufman, reporter for Axios Chicago – Nancy Economou, founder of Watts Of Love – Kat Abughazaleh, Democratic candidate for Congress in the 9th District of Illinois – Sean Allen and Jim Fulton of Union Proud Warrior Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.c…
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On today's show Patti is joined by guest co-host Adam Selzer and their guests are: – Yolanda Androzzo, executive director of One Aim Illinois – Jackie from Pride Coffee Roasters – Cheryl Knecht, owner and founder of Schoolhouse Kitchen & Studio, Chicagoland’s premier cooking school for kids and families – Merrill Miller, market manager of the Jeffe…
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Bestselling author Frances Mayes comes in from the Tuscan sun to tell us about her favorite uncrowded corners of Italy, away from the crush of the country's top tourist destinations. And a certified beer judge explains what makes lager the world's most popular style of the ubiquitous beverage. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - inclu…
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