Best Wcpt 820 Am Podcasts (2024)

Kenneth C. Davis (Author, "The World in Books"; @kennethcdavis)Jennifer Schulze (Chicago TV news alum; @NewsJennifer)Mark Jacob (Writer, "Stop the Presses" newsletter; @MarkJacob16)By WCPT 820 AM

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Chew's Views Sep. 25 2024 1:38:06

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On today's show Richard is joined by Kurt Mullet of @ HoosierBlue63 fame.Catch "Chew's Views" with Richard Chew weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820).By WCPT 820 AM

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#CarolStrong - The Best of The Rick Smith Show 1:00:00

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September 25, 2024 Friends - Our little program has suffered a terrible tragedy. Carol Smith, beloved wife to Rick and mother of three, was involved in a terrible motorcycle accident, and is presently fighting for her life. Rick has not left her side, which means the show has been put on hold for the time being. The incredible outpouring of love an…

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Driving It Home With Patti Vasquez Sept. 24, 2024 1:37:05

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On today's show:- Michael Stern, USA Today opinion columnist and former federal prosecutor- Disability panel with Mike Baker (disability advocate) and Carole Rosen (manager, Going Home Coalition; @ GoingHomeIL)Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820).…

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Joan Esposito Live Local And Progressive Sept. 24, 2024 2:21:24

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On today's show:- Ed Yohnka, director of communications and public policy for the ACLU of Illinois - Joel Ostrow, professor of political science at Benedictine University and host of the "World Discord" podcast - Heartland Signal's Rich Eberwein with three stories you might have missed from our digital newsroom (heartlandsignal.com)Catch "Joan Espo…

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Chew's Views Sep. 24 2024 1:40:10

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Catch "Chew's Views" with Richard Chew weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820).By WCPT 820 AM

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Driving It Home With Patti Vasquez Sept. 23, 2024 1:37:21

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On today's show:- Jamie Ewing, Thomas Neumann and Lori Rohr of Elsinore Theater, talking about their production of "Hand To God"- Comedians Madeline Figueroa and Benita Santillenas who will be part of Girl, Let Me Tell You! An Evening with 5 of Chicago's Funniest Women, Thursday, October 3 at Joe's Bar on Weed Street; they're also joined by Humbold…

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Joan Esposito Live Local And Progressive Sept. 23, 2024 2:25:50

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On today's show:- Kurt Braddock, assistant professor of communication at American University- Tara McGowan, founder of Courier Newsroom - Michael Jones, founder of Once Upon A Hill NewsletterCatch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820).…

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Former Congressman David Trott (R-MI) talks to Richard Chew, 9/23/24 17:00

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Former Congressman David Trott (R-MI) talks to Richard Chew about tariffs and his support for Vice President Kamala Harris in the November election. Trott is part of the Former Republican Members of Congress for Harris coalition and recently wrote an op-ed for Heartland Signal where he argued that Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs are a tax on consum…

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Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates talks to Richard Chew, 9/23/24 20:01

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In a Monday interview with WCPT’s Richard Chew, Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates expressed her frustration with the state of contract negotiations with Chicago Public Schools and the role CPS CEO Pedro Martinez is playing in the process. “We are deeply disappointed in CEO Pedro Martinez,” Gates said, “because he has an opportunity…

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Chew's Views Sep. 23 2024 1:40:12

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On today's show: Former Michigan Congressman David Trott, who recently wrote an op-ed for Heartland Signal arguing that Trump’s tariffs are a tax on consumers; Trott is part of the Former Republican Members of Congress for Harris coalition. Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates Catch "Chew's Views" with Richard Chew weekdays from 6:00 …

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The Best of The #RickShow - The 2024 DNC 56:00

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September 23, 2024 All this week, The Rick Smith Show is going to be airing conversations we had at the 2024 DNC. From politicians to journalists to celebrities and more - if they were at the DNC, we sat downs with them and asked then about America's future, and how we plan to keep that future as far away from Donald Trump as possible. Not a bad wa…

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The Sports Cubicle September 22 2024 52:51

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The Sports Cubicle September 22 2024 by WCPT 820 AMBy WCPT 820 AM

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Kitchen Table Progressives September 22 2024 53:19

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Around The Town Chicago September 22 2024 56:28

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Around The Town Chicago September 22 2024 by WCPT 820 AMBy WCPT 820 AM

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Out Chicago September 22 2024 1:41:54

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Out Chicago September 22 2024 by WCPT 820 AMBy WCPT 820 AM

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The Lightning Strike Sep. 22 2024 54:48

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The Lightning Strike Sep. 22 2024 by WCPT 820 AMBy WCPT 820 AM

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My Community Plan Sep. 22 2024 55:12

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My Community Plan Sep. 22 2024 by WCPT 820 AMBy WCPT 820 AM

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THINK THEORY RADIO - WEIRD SCIENCE 48 - 09.21.24 51:38

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It's time for another edition of Think Theory Radio's "Weird Science & Tales of Astonish!!"Can mushrooms power robotic bodies and vehicles through electrical stimuli?Scientists discover that mammals can breathe oxygen through their butts!Can mayonnaise help physicists solve the mystery of nuclear fusion?Plus, a man who lives a normal life despite m…

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If Caged Walls Could Talk 09.21.24 52:33

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Collaboraction Radio Sep. 21 2024 55:47

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The Big Picture With Edwin Eisendrath Sep.21 2024 W Guest Host Bill Muck 2:45:17

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On today's show:- Jake Lahut, campaign reporter covering the election for The Columbia Journalism Review and the Straight from the Hut newsletter- Suzanne Chod: professor of political science at North Central College - Phil Barker, professor of political science at Keene State College in Keene, New HampshireCatch “The Big Picture with Edwin Eisendr…

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The Hal Sparks Radio Program Sept 21 2024 1:39:50

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The Hal Sparks Radio Program Sept 21 2024 by WCPT 820 AMBy WCPT 820 AM

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The Homebuyers Hour Sep. 21 2024 53:30

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we dive into the realities of buying and selling homes that clients often overlook. From market misconceptions to pricing pitfalls, we're giving you the hard truths to help you make informed decisions in your real estate journey. Understanding these insights can save you time, stress, and money.Subscribe, like, and hit the bell to stay updated on t…

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Driving It Home With Patti Vasquez Sept. 20, 2024 1:38:10

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Today's guest- Elliott Serrano- Ken Mejia-Beal- Richard Chew- Merill Miller, Manager of Jefferson Park Sunday MarketBy WCPT 820 AM

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Joan Esposito Live Local And Progressive Sept. 20, 2024 2:29:24

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Today's guests:- Geoffery Cubbage, Policy Analyst at BGA- Rebecca Mears, Director of Democracy at CAP and co-author of the report "the Power of One Vote"- Richard Chew - Patti Vasquez- William MuckBy WCPT 820 AM

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Jon Barber, Democratic candidate for Portage County, Ohio sheriff, 9/19/24 26:52

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Jon Barber, the Democratic candidate for sheriff in Portage County, Ohio talks to Richard Chew and Kurt Hurner of Akron, Ohio. Mr. Barber's Republican incumbent opponent recently urged his Facebook followers to "write down all the addresses of the people who had Kamala Harris signs in their yards so that "when the Illegal human ‘Locust’ (which she …

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Chew's Views Sep. 20 2024 1:41:22

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On today's show:- Kelly Dietrich, founder and CEO of the National Democratic Training CommitteeCatch "Chew's Views" with Richard Chew weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central onWCPT (heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820).By WCPT 820 AM

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Best of The #RickShow - The 2024 DNC 56:00

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September 20, 2024 All this week, The Rick Smith Show is going to be airing conversations we had at the 2024 DNC. From politicians to journalists to celebrities and more - if they were at the DNC, we sat downs with them and asked then about America's future, and how we plan to keep that future as far away from Donald Trump as possible. Not a bad wa…

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Driving It Home With Patti Vasquez Sept. 19, 2024 1:31:58

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On today's show:- Dan Shafer of The Recombobulation Area with his weekly look at Wisconsin politics- Sophia Wong Boccio of Asian Pop-up Cinema (https://www.asianpopupcinema.org)- Karl Weber, author of Why Books Still MatterCatch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820).…

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Joan Esposito Live Local And Progressive Sept. 19, 2024 2:28:04

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On today's show:- Dr. Gordan Mantler, associate professor of writing and history at The George Washington University- Former Illinois Congressman and Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood, currently part of the group Former Republican Members of Congress for Harris- And our Thursday War on Women segment with Susan Rinkunas, reporter, editor and co…

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Former Illinois Congressman and Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood, 9/19/24 19:44

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Former Illinois Congressman and Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood, a lifelong Republican, joins Joan Esposito to talk about the work he's doing to support Vice President Kamala Harris and defeat Donald Trump in the November election. "I told the Harris campaign I’ll go wherever you want me to go," LaHood said. "I’m happy to speak publicly, on …

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Chew's Views Sep. 19 2024 1:42:22

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On today's show:- Kurt Hurner- Jon Barber, the Democratic candidate for Portage County (Ohio) sheriff, whose Republican incumbent opponent recently urged his Facebook followers to "write down all the addresses of the people who had Kamala Harris signs in their yards so that "when the Illegal human ‘Locust’ (which she supports!) need places to live …

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Driving It Home With Patti Vasquez Sept. 18, 2024 1:37:55

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DWAYNE KENNEDY GUEST CO-HOSTTara Dabney (Development director, Housing Forward; @HousingForward)Gwen Levey (Nashville singer-songwriter)By WCPT 820 AM

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Joan Esposito Live Local And Progressive Sept. 18, 2024 2:30:56

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Rick Wilson (Co-founder, The Lincoln Project; @TheRickWilson)Behnam Ben Taleblu (Senior fellow, Foundation for Defense of Democracies; @FDD)Andy Levin (Former U.S. representative from Michigan; @RepAndyLevin)Ali Simmons (Senior case and street outreach worker, Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness; @ChiHomeless)Patricia Nix-Hodes (Director of the l…

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Lincoln Project Co-founder Rick Wilson talks to Joan Esposito, 9/18/24 28:26

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Rick Wilson, co-founder of The Lincoln Project and host of "The Enemies List" and "The Breakdown with Rick Wilson," talks to Joan Esposito. He will be at Chicago's City Winery Sunday, September 22nd with Molly Jong-Fast for "Politics As Unusual." (Learn more: https://citywinery.com/chicago/events/politics-as-unusual-bhy50l)In the interview Wilson t…

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Politics Girl Leigh McGowan joins Patti Vasquez to talk about her new book, 9/18/24 28:12

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Politics Girl Leigh McGowan joins Patti Vasquez and co-hosts Dwayne Kennedy and Rick Gieser to talk about her new book (her first), "A Return to Common Sense: How to Fix America Before We Really Blow It," out now (www.simonandschuster.com/books/A-Return-to-Common-Sense/Leigh-McGowan/9781668066430).The book, McGowan says, is built around "six fundam…

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Chew's Views Sep. 18 2024 1:40:18

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On today's show Richard is joined by Kurt Mullet of @ HoosierBlue63 fame. Catch "Chew's Views" with Richard Chew weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820).By WCPT 820 AM

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Greg Glienna, writer, director, and star of the original "Meet The Parents," 9/18/24 26:03

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Greg Glienna, writer, director, and star of the original "Meet The Parents," joins Patti Vasquez and guest hosts Dwayne Kennedy and Rick Gieser for a conversation about his work in comedy and film, including the 1992 original version of "Meet The Parents," which is screening this weekend at the Pickwick Theatre in Park Ridge (where Greg worked as a…

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Best of The #RickShow - the 2024 DNC 56:00

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September 18, 2024 All this week, The Rick Smith Show is going to be airing conversations we had at the 2024 DNC. From politicians to journalists to celebrities and more - if they were at the DNC, we sat downs with them and asked then about America's future, and how we plan to keep that future as far away from Donald Trump as possible. Not a bad wa…

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