Attorney Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law Firm joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, to discuss starting your college kids off right before taking on student loans and softening the blow that comes with paying for college. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6010029/6010029_2024-08-26-144029.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Bob Sirott Attorney Rae Kaplan: Make those…

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, to provide the latest news in entertainment. Justin Bieber has become a father and now the Foo Fighters take on the Trump campaign. We also have some news of fan favorite TV series Scrubs and Ted Lasso coming back to the small screen. https://serve.castfire.com/au…

Dr. Jeff Bohmer, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder, our resident hypochondriac, in for Bob Sirott, to talk about concerning reports of resistance to antibiotics, a new EpiPen alternative, and some new symptoms for long COVID in our youth. We also have some strong advice…

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War. Russia launched a surprise overnight attack on many major parts of Ukraine, including Kyiv and Dnipro, in a massive effort to cripple Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Over one hu…

On August 26th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers: Durable Goods Orders for July at 4% higher San Francisco Fed President Daly interview Second Revision of GDP Consumer Sentiment Numbers Quarterly Financial Earnings for Trip.com, BHP Group, HEICO Corporation https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6009819/6009819_2024-08-26-1337…

Fox 32 entertainment reporter Jake Hamilton joins Karen to talk bout this new limited series that is streaming on Apple TV+, starring Jake Gyllenhaal. The original “Presumed Innocent’ movie starred Harrison Ford and was based on local Chicago author Scott Turow. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6009460/6009460_2024-08-26-005100.64kmono.mp3 Recent P…

Education Lawyer Marina Diambri joins Karen Conti to talk about what parents should know about their children’s protections when dealing with bullying, how to register your child for public school if they were homeschooled due to COVID, and a new proposed law in Illinois that would give more protections to children who are homeschooled. https://ser…

Law Professor Stanley Fish joins Karen to talk about the many law movies that have been released and their effect on people’s view of the justice system as a result. The two continue on the subject discussing the shift in national attention in court cases since OJ’s trial having cameras in the courtroom and how many other trials have captured the p…

Dean, Dave, and Andy discuss the traffic closures due to a triathlon. Dr. Jeremy Silver, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean to talk about the latest health news about COVID vaccines, Mpox, and mite bites. Dean pays tribute to the late Phil Donahue by revisiting an interview the two shared…

Darlene Duggan, newly installed President of Anti Cruelty, explains there’s an animal welfare desert on the South and Southwest side of Chicago, and the non-profit is in the process of doing something about it. Chicago’s shelters are filled or near filled, and she explains why. The big Pour Your Heart Out event is September 26, 6–10 p.m. at Saraban…

On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter talks about the proliferation of tuna boats on the North Atlantic Ocean, as well as more ballot box biology on the horizon. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5981374/5981374_2024-08-24-160414.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Great Outdoors with Charlie Potter A blue moon over the Atlantic .cls-7{fill:#fff…

Lou Manfredini, A.K.A. Mr. Fix-It is back with great advice for homeowners, and special guests, information on new products, and more! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5979622/5979622_2024-08-24-162722.128.mp3 Recent Posts HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini | 8.24.24 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} New t…

This week’s New to Lou Too is the Zevo Flying Insect Trap. An irresistible light continuously attracts and traps insects to an adhesive back that you never have to touch. For more info, visit the YouTube HouseSmarts Channel. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5974049/5974049_2024-08-24-143549.128.mp3 Recent Posts HouseSmarts Radio with Lou Manfredini…

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates the life and legacy of TV legend Phil Donahue and shares his 2020 interview with Phil and his wife, Marlo Thomas, on the secrets to a long-lasting marriage. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5936776/5936776_2024-08-24-015916.64kmono.mp3 Legendary TV host Phil Donahue dies at age 88 Remembering Phil Donahue Recent Po…

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier sits down with Dr. Ian Smith to talk about the inspiration behind his Chicago-based new novel ’Eagle Rock’ and healthy habits for kids, parents, and grandparents as the school year begins. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5926048/5926048_2024-08-23-205048.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Dave Plier Celebrating the life and legacy of …

Craig Bolanos, Co-Founder and CEO of Wealth Management Group, joins John to talk about how the market is reacting to Jerome Powell’s comments about interest rate cuts today, why we should be patient during market swings, the recent revision to the jobs data, the economy definitively slowing, where he sees mortgage rates down the road, and his belie…

Connell McShane, anchor, NewsNation Now, joins John Williams to break down the final night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5924599/5924599_2024-08-23-191639.128.mp3 Democratic National Convention Recent Posts John Williams Craig Bolanos: Fed might just stick the soft landing .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-r…

Segment 1: Craig Bolanos, Co-Founder and CEO of Wealth Management Group, joins John to talk about how the market is reacting to Jerome Powell’s comments about interest rate cuts today, why we should be patient during market swings, the recent revision to the jobs data, the economy definitively slowing, where he sees mortgage rates down the road, an…

Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5923419/5923419_2024-08-23-190719.128.mp3 More Speed Jokes Recent Posts John Williams Craig Bolanos: Fed might just stick the soft landing .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd…

Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association Chicago Bears’ Coach Jason Sfire joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, to talk football! The USA Wheelchair Football League and the GLASA are hosting a wheelchair football tournament this weekend in Rosemont at the Wintrust Financial Campus. Go here for more details and head out to show your support! https:/…

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Salt Shed, Ramova Theatre And 2 Other Historical Chicago Buildings Win Award For Preservation Efforts: The Lawson House and The Terminal are also winners of the 2024 Landmarks Illinois Richar…

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, to provide the latest news in entertainment. The DNC has ended and there were a number of cameos including Chicago’s own Chris Witaske and the legendary Mark Hamill, plus rumors of Beyonce and Taylor Swift, but they were merely rumors. We also have a few things to…

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi makes a visit to Ukraine to meet with President Zelenskyy. We also learn a little bit about the typical festivities for Ukrainian Independence…

Chicago-based jazz vocalist Paul Marinaro joins John Williams to talk about his “Sinatra by Request: A Tribute to the Recording Legacy of Frank Sinatra” show this weekend with the Chicago Jazz Orchestra. Paul discusses his method when he sings Frank Sinatra, why he doesn’t try to sound like Frank Sinatra, the songs he will be singing at the show, h…

Segment 1: Greg McBride, Chief Financial Analyst, Bankrate, chats with John about a new Bankrate study that shows ATM fees have reached a 26-year high while overdraft fees inch back up, too. Segment 2: Bree Fowler, Senior Writer, CNET, joins John to talk about former President Trump sharing AI-generated Taylor Swift images, and Ford shifting its EV…

It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature! Are you trying to come up with some vacation ideas that are only a quick getaway from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we take our annual trip up to Elkhorn, Wisconsin to chat with Larry Gaffey, General Manager, Walworth County Fairgr…

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the health benefits of following a Mediterranean diet. Dawn suggests taking this quiz to find out your Mediterranean Diet score. Dawn also answers all of your nutrition questions. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5917047/5917047_2024-08-22-214047.128…

Steve Grzanich has the business news of the day with the Wintrust Business Minute. The Instagram account of McDonald’s was hacked Wednesday as part of a scam involving cryptocurrency. Bloomberg reports it involved the blockchain platform Solana and a coin named after the McDonald’s mascot Grimace. A screenshot showed a post that suggested participa…

Mike Viqueira, Washington Bureau Chief at NewsNation, joins John Williams to break down the top storylines from night three of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Mike talks about seeing entertainers including Stevie Wonder and John Legend, the speeches made by Oprah Winfrey and Tim Walz, and if all the celebrity will make any difference…

John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5917026/5917026_2024-08-22-202226.128.mp3 More Speed Jokes Recent Posts John Williams Craig Bolanos: Fed might just stick the soft landing .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Do conventions matter come election tim…

Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, has Producer & Director Mike Schmiedeler on the show to promote his new documentary, Don’t Turn Your Back on Friday Night, about musician, songwriter and Illinois native Ike Reilly, founder of the rock band the Ike Reilly Assassination. We ask Mike, and Ike himself, some deep questions about the documentary and abou…

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: The Wild Mile Is Expanding Along Chicago River’s North Branch: The ambitious project to turn a 1-mile stretch of the river into a floating, wildlife-first educational park is close to complet…