Lisa Dent https://wgnradio.com en-US (c) WGN Radio, All Rights Reserved The Lisa Dent Podcast from Chicago's Very Own, 720 WGN Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:51:34 +0000 hourly 1 wgnradio.com no WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation WGN - Lisa Dent The Lisa Dent Podcast from 720 WGN dmarzullo@wgnradio.comwgnradio.com Charlie Roumeliotis: Gearing up for the Blackhawks vs. Mammoth battle Charlie Roumeliotis: Gearing up for the Blackhawks vs. Mammoth battle Host for the Blackhawks Pre- and Post-Game shows on WGN Radio Charlie Roumeliotis joins Lisa Dent to give his analysis on the team as they prepare to go up against the Utah Mammoth, Thursday evening at 8:30pm CT.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3170920 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:51:33 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Host for the Blackhawks Pre- and Post-Game shows on WGN Radio Charlie Roumeliotis joins Lisa Dent to give his analysis on the team as they prepare to go up against the Utah Mammoth, Thursday evening at 8:30pm CT.wgnradio.comHost for the Blackhawks Pre- and Post-Game shows on WGN Radio Charlie Roumeliotis joins Lisa Dent to give his analysis on the team as they prepare to go up against the Utah Mammoth, Thursday evening at 8:30pm CT.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 10/01/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 10/01/26 Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the number one candy across the country being named as Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Michael McDonald reunites with his biological child after originally putting them up for adoption when he was 14, and Kylie Kelce apologizes for mistitling Princess Kate of Wales.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3170850 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 22:03:08 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the number one candy across the country being named as Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Michael McDonald reunites with his biological child after originally putting them up for adoption when he was 14, and Kylie Kelce apologizes for mistitling Princess Kate of Wales.wgnradio.comLisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the number one candy across the country being named as Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Michael McDonald reunites with his biological child after originally putting them up for adoption when he was 14, and Kylie Kelce apologizes for mistitling Princess Kate of Wales.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Ron Brown’s Movie Reviews: ‘Resident Evil’ and ‘Heart of the Beast’ Ron Brown’s Movie Reviews: ‘Resident Evil’ and ‘Heart of the Beast’ Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews the newest film adaptation of the popular horror video game Resident Evil. Later, Ron gives his review on Heart of the Beast starring Brad Pitt.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3170802 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 21:51:30 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews the newest film adaptation of the popular horror video game Resident Evil. Later, Ron gives his review on Heart of the Beast starring Brad Pitt.wgnradio.comRon Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews the newest film adaptation of the popular horror video game Resident Evil. Later, Ron gives his review on Heart of the Beast starring Brad Pitt.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Lou with Lisa: Air ducts and smoke detectors Lou with Lisa: Air ducts and smoke detectors Lou Manfredini joins the show from the Cubs game to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on who people call to get their air ducts, proper smoke detector placement, and last-minute outdoor repairs and preparations before it gets cold. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3170760 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:47:03 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini joins the show from the Cubs game to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on who people call to get their air ducts, proper smoke detector placement, and last-minute outdoor repairs and preparations before it gets cold. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.wgnradio.comLou Manfredini joins the show from the Cubs game to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on who people call to get their air ducts, proper smoke detector placement, and last-minute outdoor repairs and preparations before it gets cold. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Jahmal Cole checks in from West Elsdon Jahmal Cole checks in from West Elsdon Jahmal Cole, founder and CEO of My Block, My Hood, My City, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his mission to live in all 77 of Chicago’s neighborhoods. This month he’s in West Elsdon and he updates listeners on his upcoming plans and shares how you can support his journey.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3170679 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:31:19 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Jahmal Cole, founder and CEO of My Block, My Hood, My City, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his mission to live in all 77 of Chicago’s neighborhoods. This month he’s in West Elsdon and he updates listeners on his upcoming plans and shares how you can support his journey.wgnradio.comJahmal Cole, founder and CEO of My Block, My Hood, My City, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his mission to live in all 77 of Chicago’s neighborhoods. This month he’s in West Elsdon and he updates listeners on his upcoming plans and shares how you can support his journey.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Rep. Krishnamoorthi celebrates the restoration of the 988 crisis line Rep. Krishnamoorthi celebrates the restoration of the 988 crisis line Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of the 8th District joins Lisa Lisa Dent to discuss how the 988 LGBTQ+ crisis line has received enough funding to be restored after the service was taken away back in September of 2025. Later, he addresses which other states still demonstrate discriminatory behavior towards others.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3170621 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:37:24 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of the 8th District joins Lisa Lisa Dent to discuss how the 988 LGBTQ+ crisis line has received enough funding to be restored after the service was taken away back in September of 2025. Later, he addresses which other states still demonstrate discriminatory behavior towards others.wgnradio.comCongressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of the 8th District joins Lisa Lisa Dent to discuss how the 988 LGBTQ+ crisis line has received enough funding to be restored after the service was taken away back in September of 2025. Later, he addresses which other states still demonstrate discriminatory behavior towards others.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation City Council approves $2.5 billion parking meter sale City Council approves $2.5 billion parking meter sale Alderman of the 32nd Ward Scott Waguespack joins Lisa Dent to discuss the next steps now that the City Council has approved the $2.5 billion parking meter sale in a 46-3 vote Tuesday morning.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3169488 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:33:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Alderman of the 32nd Ward Scott Waguespack joins Lisa Dent to discuss the next steps now that the City Council has approved the $2.5 billion parking meter sale in a 46-3 vote Tuesday morning.wgnradio.comAlderman of the 32nd Ward Scott Waguespack joins Lisa Dent to discuss the next steps now that the City Council has approved the $2.5 billion parking meter sale in a 46-3 vote Tuesday morning.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/30/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/30/26 Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including how Singapore is willing to pay its residents to read a book at least 15 minutes a day, former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin announces that he will be reveal the world he built in the video game Minecraft, and an update on “yacht rock” night on Dancing with the Stars.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3169468 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:03:19 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including how Singapore is willing to pay its residents to read a book at least 15 minutes a day, former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin announces that he will be reveal the world he built in the video game Minecraft, and an update on […]wgnradio.comLisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including how Singapore is willing to pay its residents to read a book at least 15 minutes a day, former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin announces that he will be reveal the world he built in the video game Minecraft, and an update on […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Lincoln Park continues to try and strike a deal with ComEd regarding a substation Lincoln Park continues to try and strike a deal with ComEd regarding a substation Alderman of the 43rd Ward Timmy Knudsen joins Lisa Dent to discuss ComEd’s rejection of 14 possible proxy sites for the Lincoln Park electrical substation leaving both him and the community unsatisfied with the company’s unwillingness to budge on the matter.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3169421 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:49:44 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Alderman of the 43rd Ward Timmy Knudsen joins Lisa Dent to discuss ComEd’s rejection of 14 possible proxy sites for the Lincoln Park electrical substation leaving both him and the community unsatisfied with the company’s unwillingness to budge on the matter.wgnradio.comAlderman of the 43rd Ward Timmy Knudsen joins Lisa Dent to discuss ComEd’s rejection of 14 possible proxy sites for the Lincoln Park electrical substation leaving both him and the community unsatisfied with the company’s unwillingness to budge on the matter.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Metra unveils new battery-operated passenger trains Metra unveils new battery-operated passenger trains Director of Communications for Metra Michael Gillis joins Lisa Dent to spotlight the country’s very first battery-operated passenger trains, slated to be on display at a public transportation conference in Chicago this weekend and enter service on the Rock Island line before the end of 2027.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3169409 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:11:08 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Director of Communications for Metra Michael Gillis joins Lisa Dent to spotlight the country’s very first battery-operated passenger trains, slated to be on display at a public transportation conference in Chicago this weekend and enter service on the Rock Island line before the end of 2027.wgnradio.comDirector of Communications for Metra Michael Gillis joins Lisa Dent to spotlight the country’s very first battery-operated passenger trains, slated to be on display at a public transportation conference in Chicago this weekend and enter service on the Rock Island line before the end of 2027.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Clerk Monica Gordon on the National Election Roundtable in Washington Clerk Monica Gordon on the National Election Roundtable in Washington Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon joins Lisa Dent to talk about what was addressed at Wednesday’s National Election panel held in Washington, D.C. She also responds to Secretary Pete Hegseth’s comments regarding potentially bringing federal troop monitors to election sites. Later, Clerk Gordon stresses the need and importance of recruiting and training of new election judges.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3169291 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 20:26:03 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon joins Lisa Dent to talk about what was addressed at Wednesday’s National Election panel held in Washington, D.C. She also responds to Secretary Pete Hegseth’s comments regarding potentially bringing federal troop monitors to election sites. Later, Clerk Gordon stresses the need and importance of recruiting and training of new election […]wgnradio.comCook County Clerk Monica Gordon joins Lisa Dent to talk about what was addressed at Wednesday’s National Election panel held in Washington, D.C. She also responds to Secretary Pete Hegseth’s comments regarding potentially bringing federal troop monitors to election sites. Later, Clerk Gordon stresses the need and importance of recruiting and training of new election […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Pat Brady: Looking ahead to Mayor Johnson’s budget address Pat Brady: Looking ahead to Mayor Johnson’s budget address Pat Brady, SVP of Mercury Public Affairs, former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, joins Lisa Dent to recap the happenings at the Presidents Cup as well as discuss how the City Council is getting ahead of Mayor Johnson’s budget address, how some Democrats are leaning closer to the center and embracing Capitalism, President Trump’s actions related to AI, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3169319 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 20:06:58 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Pat Brady, SVP of Mercury Public Affairs, former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, joins Lisa Dent to recap the happenings at the Presidents Cup as well as discuss how the City Council is getting ahead of Mayor Johnson’s budget address, how some Democrats are leaning closer to the center and embracing Capitalism, President Trump’s […]wgnradio.comPat Brady, SVP of Mercury Public Affairs, former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, joins Lisa Dent to recap the happenings at the Presidents Cup as well as discuss how the City Council is getting ahead of Mayor Johnson’s budget address, how some Democrats are leaning closer to the center and embracing Capitalism, President Trump’s […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Re-opening of the alleged ‘gang rape’ investigation at Cornell Re-opening of the alleged ‘gang rape’ investigation at Cornell Karen Conti, Partner at Conti & Dolan, LLC, joins Lisa Dent to share her thoughts and legal expertise on the alleged “gang rape” of a female Cornell University student in 2024 now that the investigation has reopened.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3168314 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:13:16 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Karen Conti, Partner at Conti & Dolan, LLC, joins Lisa Dent to share her thoughts and legal expertise on the alleged “gang rape” of a female Cornell University student in 2024 now that the investigation has reopened.wgnradio.comKaren Conti, Partner at Conti & Dolan, LLC, joins Lisa Dent to share her thoughts and legal expertise on the alleged “gang rape” of a female Cornell University student in 2024 now that the investigation has reopened.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/29/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/29/26 Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a revisit of Todd Rundgren’s opinion on Taylor Swift’s impact on music, Martin and Charlie Sheen’s new father-and-son TV show, and a man who was arrested after driving a toy Barbie Jeep while under the influence.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3168390 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:08:02 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a revisit of Todd Rundgren’s opinion on Taylor Swift’s impact on music, Martin and Charlie Sheen’s new father-and-son TV show, and a man who was arrested after driving a toy Barbie Jeep while under the influence.wgnradio.comLisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a revisit of Todd Rundgren’s opinion on Taylor Swift’s impact on music, Martin and Charlie Sheen’s new father-and-son TV show, and a man who was arrested after driving a toy Barbie Jeep while under the influence.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Terry Savage: Should high schoolers take a personal finance class? Terry Savage: Should high schoolers take a personal finance class? Terry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how 83% of adult Americans believe that high school students should take a personal finance class prior to graduating. Later, they address how in September, the consumer confidence number has dropped lower than it has been since 2014.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3168352 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:37:56 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Terry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how 83% of adult Americans believe that high school students should take a personal finance class prior to graduating. Later, they address how in September, the consumer confidence number has dropped lower than it has been since 2014.wgnradio.comTerry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how 83% of adult Americans believe that high school students should take a personal finance class prior to graduating. Later, they address how in September, the consumer confidence number has dropped lower than it has been since 2014.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Conversations with The Forecasters: Warmer than normal is the new normal Conversations with The Forecasters: Warmer than normal is the new normal Chief meteorologist at WGN-TV Demetrius Ivory and WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder join Lisa Dent to talk about the weather. Together, our Forecasters address how calm the weather is predicted to be following the tumultuous summer storms, the noticeably warmer fall and winter due to climate change, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3168112 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:35:54 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Chief meteorologist at WGN-TV Demetrius Ivory and WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder join Lisa Dent to talk about the weather. Together, our Forecasters address how calm the weather is predicted to be following the tumultuous summer storms, the noticeably warmer fall and winter due to climate change, and more!wgnradio.comChief meteorologist at WGN-TV Demetrius Ivory and WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder join Lisa Dent to talk about the weather. Together, our Forecasters address how calm the weather is predicted to be following the tumultuous summer storms, the noticeably warmer fall and winter due to climate change, and more!WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Howard Tullman: An advancement on 3D printing Howard Tullman: An advancement on 3D printing Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3168099 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:02:33 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article.wgnradio.comHoward Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/28/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/28/26 Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including an announcement of the 2028 release of Gremlins 3, Mary’s chandelier and bird dropping tales from her trip in Belgium, and Yes’ Rick Wakeman plays the keys for a bunch of Vietnamese moon bears.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3167094 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:07:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including an announcement of the 2028 release of Gremlins 3, Mary’s chandelier and bird dropping tales from her trip in Belgium, and Yes’ Rick Wakeman plays the keys for a bunch of Vietnamese moon bears.wgnradio.comLisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including an announcement of the 2028 release of Gremlins 3, Mary’s chandelier and bird dropping tales from her trip in Belgium, and Yes’ Rick Wakeman plays the keys for a bunch of Vietnamese moon bears.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation The importance of opening up and making more connections The importance of opening up and making more connections Dr. Nicholas Epley, John Templeton Keller Distinguished Service Professor of Behavioral Science at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, joins Lisa Dent to highlight the loneliness epidemic and the pertinence of meeting, conversing, and connecting with strangers.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3167075 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:39:38 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Nicholas Epley, John Templeton Keller Distinguished Service Professor of Behavioral Science at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, joins Lisa Dent to highlight the loneliness epidemic and the pertinence of meeting, conversing, and connecting with strangers.wgnradio.comDr. Nicholas Epley, John Templeton Keller Distinguished Service Professor of Behavioral Science at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, joins Lisa Dent to highlight the loneliness epidemic and the pertinence of meeting, conversing, and connecting with strangers.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Gloria Samuelson: Memories of Orion Gloria Samuelson: Memories of Orion Gloria Samuelson joins Lisa Dent to share her memories and the legacy of her late husband and WGN Radio legend, Orion Samuelson. Later, they spotlight the event happening at Huntley Library honoring Orion’s memory on October 15th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM hosted by Max Armstrong and Paul Wallem.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3167042 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:01:31 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Gloria Samuelson joins Lisa Dent to share her memories and the legacy of her late husband and WGN Radio legend, Orion Samuelson. Later, they spotlight the event happening at Huntley Library honoring Orion’s memory on October 15th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM hosted by Max Armstrong and Paul Wallem.wgnradio.comGloria Samuelson joins Lisa Dent to share her memories and the legacy of her late husband and WGN Radio legend, Orion Samuelson. Later, they spotlight the event happening at Huntley Library honoring Orion’s memory on October 15th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM hosted by Max Armstrong and Paul Wallem.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation What to expect ahead of the Medicaid work requirement changes What to expect ahead of the Medicaid work requirement changes Director of Policy for Cook County Health Kathy Chan joins Lisa Dent to address how residents have less than one hundred days until the new Medicaid work requirements take effect. Kathy goes on to specify who will need to prove that they meet the requirements to be eligible for Medicaid.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3166994 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:38:54 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Director of Policy for Cook County Health Kathy Chan joins Lisa Dent to address how residents have less than one hundred days until the new Medicaid work requirements take effect. Kathy goes on to specify who will need to prove that they meet the requirements to be eligible for Medicaid.wgnradio.comDirector of Policy for Cook County Health Kathy Chan joins Lisa Dent to address how residents have less than one hundred days until the new Medicaid work requirements take effect. Kathy goes on to specify who will need to prove that they meet the requirements to be eligible for Medicaid.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Lawsuit against Six Flags Magic Mountain alleging roller coaster caused brain injuries Lawsuit against Six Flags Magic Mountain alleging roller coaster caused brain injuries Attorney Christopher Bulone joins Lisa Dent to share details on the lawsuit against Six Flags in which those he’s representing claim to have received brain injuries while on the X2 roller coaster at the Six Flags Magic Mountain park in California. He describes how the combination of the high speeds and seats that can turn puts tremendous stress on the head and body as they get pulled in multiple directions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3166960 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:00:42 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Attorney Christopher Bulone joins Lisa Dent to share details on the lawsuit against Six Flags in which those he’s representing claim to have received brain injuries while on the X2 roller coaster at the Six Flags Magic Mountain park in California. He describes how the combination of the high speeds and seats that can turn […]wgnradio.comAttorney Christopher Bulone joins Lisa Dent to share details on the lawsuit against Six Flags in which those he’s representing claim to have received brain injuries while on the X2 roller coaster at the Six Flags Magic Mountain park in California. He describes how the combination of the high speeds and seats that can turn […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Midterm voting open for those in certain suburbs Midterm voting open for those in certain suburbs Chief Deputy DuPage County Clerk Adam Johnson joins Lisa Dent to discuss how Thursday, September 24th marked the start of midterm voting for those living in the DuPage, Kane, Will, Lake, and McHenry county suburbs. Later, he answers general voting-related questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3166924 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:30:44 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Chief Deputy DuPage County Clerk Adam Johnson joins Lisa Dent to discuss how Thursday, September 24th marked the start of midterm voting for those living in the DuPage, Kane, Will, Lake, and McHenry county suburbs. Later, he answers general voting-related questions.wgnradio.comChief Deputy DuPage County Clerk Adam Johnson joins Lisa Dent to discuss how Thursday, September 24th marked the start of midterm voting for those living in the DuPage, Kane, Will, Lake, and McHenry county suburbs. Later, he answers general voting-related questions.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Dan Hampton previews Week 3 of the Bears season Dan Hampton previews Week 3 of the Bears season Dan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O’B show, joins Lisa Dent to preview the Bears’ game against the Eagles on Monday, September 28th.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3165106 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 22:36:23 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O’B show, joins Lisa Dent to preview the Bears’ game against the Eagles on Monday, September 28th.wgnradio.comDan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O’B show, joins Lisa Dent to preview the Bears’ game against the Eagles on Monday, September 28th.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/25/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/25/26 Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including an island that’s for sale in Ohio, Todd Rundgren’s thoughts on Taylor Swift’s impact on music, and Drew, stepping in Mary’s shoes, asks, “what’s with” the word “unrecognizable” being overused.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3165031 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 22:08:36 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including an island that’s for sale in Ohio, Todd Rundgren’s thoughts on Taylor Swift’s impact on music, and Drew, stepping in Mary’s shoes, asks, “what’s with” the word “unrecognizable” being overused.wgnradio.comLisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including an island that’s for sale in Ohio, Todd Rundgren’s thoughts on Taylor Swift’s impact on music, and Drew, stepping in Mary’s shoes, asks, “what’s with” the word “unrecognizable” being overused.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Ald. Nicole Lee: Bridgeport unaware of plans while Amtrak proceeds anyway Ald. Nicole Lee: Bridgeport unaware of plans while Amtrak proceeds anyway Alderwoman of the 11th Ward Nicole Lee joins Lisa Dent to update listeners on what is happening with the Amtrak’s plan to make room for a new White Sox stadium by moving the rail yard from the West Loop to Bridgeport. She notes that neither she nor the Bridgeport community have been shown any plans whatsoever and yet operations are happening alarmingly fast.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3165002 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 21:06:11 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Alderwoman of the 11th Ward Nicole Lee joins Lisa Dent to update listeners on what is happening with the Amtrak’s plan to make room for a new White Sox stadium by moving the rail yard from the West Loop to Bridgeport. She notes that neither she nor the Bridgeport community have been shown any plans […]wgnradio.comAlderwoman of the 11th Ward Nicole Lee joins Lisa Dent to update listeners on what is happening with the Amtrak’s plan to make room for a new White Sox stadium by moving the rail yard from the West Loop to Bridgeport. She notes that neither she nor the Bridgeport community have been shown any plans […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Ilyce Glink: Higher interest rates and lower consumer confidence Ilyce Glink: Higher interest rates and lower consumer confidence Ilyce Glink, of ThinkGlink.com and the Love, Money + Real Estate newsletter, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the increase in mortgage interest rates and the subsequent question as to how high rates will go. Later, they address how higher interest rates, higher gas prices, and higher groceries have been lowering consumer sentiments.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3164945 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:30:39 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Ilyce Glink, of ThinkGlink.com and the Love, Money + Real Estate newsletter, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the increase in mortgage interest rates and the subsequent question as to how high rates will go. Later, they address how higher interest rates, higher gas prices, and higher groceries have been lowering consumer sentiments.wgnradio.comIlyce Glink, of ThinkGlink.com and the Love, Money + Real Estate newsletter, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the increase in mortgage interest rates and the subsequent question as to how high rates will go. Later, they address how higher interest rates, higher gas prices, and higher groceries have been lowering consumer sentiments.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Ron Brown’s Movie Reviews: ‘Primetime’ and ‘The Weight’ Ron Brown’s Movie Reviews: ‘Primetime’ and ‘The Weight’ Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews Primetime, the film centered around the reality show To Catch a Predator and its host, Chris Hansen. Later, Ron gives his review on The Weight starring Ethan Hawke.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3164903 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:13:42 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews Primetime, the film centered around the reality show To Catch a Predator and its host, Chris Hansen. Later, Ron gives his review on The Weight starring Ethan Hawke.wgnradio.comRon Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews Primetime, the film centered around the reality show To Catch a Predator and its host, Chris Hansen. Later, Ron gives his review on The Weight starring Ethan Hawke.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Your Hometown: 37 years in Schiller Park Your Hometown: 37 years in Schiller Park Schiller Park Village Trustee Joan Golembiewski joins Lisa Dent to express her love for the village and highlight the 37 years that she’s lived there. She shares that her daughters used to go to Leyden High School back in 1989 and how life comes full circle as her grandson now attends the very same school.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3163851 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:54:38 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Schiller Park Village Trustee Joan Golembiewski joins Lisa Dent to express her love for the village and highlight the 37 years that she’s lived there. She shares that her daughters used to go to Leyden High School back in 1989 and how life comes full circle as her grandson now attends the very same school.wgnradio.comSchiller Park Village Trustee Joan Golembiewski joins Lisa Dent to express her love for the village and highlight the 37 years that she’s lived there. She shares that her daughters used to go to Leyden High School back in 1989 and how life comes full circle as her grandson now attends the very same school.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Your Hometown: Schiller Park’s School District 81 Your Hometown: Schiller Park’s School District 81 Superintendent of School District 81 in Schiller Park Melissa Kartsimas joins Lisa Dent to about how the Schiller Park schools encourage the growth, learning, and success of its 1,300 students. Later, she highlights the district’s “High-Five Fridays” which bring the village’s police, firefighters, and even its mayor to the schools every Friday morning in order to give students high-fives as they head to class.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3163698 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:40:40 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Superintendent of School District 81 in Schiller Park Melissa Kartsimas joins Lisa Dent to about how the Schiller Park schools encourage the growth, learning, and success of its 1,300 students. Later, she highlights the district’s “High-Five Fridays” which bring the village’s police, firefighters, and even its mayor to the schools every Friday morning in order […]wgnradio.comSuperintendent of School District 81 in Schiller Park Melissa Kartsimas joins Lisa Dent to about how the Schiller Park schools encourage the growth, learning, and success of its 1,300 students. Later, she highlights the district’s “High-Five Fridays” which bring the village’s police, firefighters, and even its mayor to the schools every Friday morning in order […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Making sure a car seat is safest for your child Making sure a car seat is safest for your child Melissa Pratt, internationally-certified child passenger safety technician and founder of Safe in the Seat, joins Lisa on Child Passenger Safety Week to discuss the do’s and don’ts when looking for and installing a car seat, as well as the ages a child should still be using one.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3163881 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 23:28:28 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Melissa Pratt, internationally-certified child passenger safety technician and founder of Safe in the Seat, joins Lisa on Child Passenger Safety Week to discuss the do’s and don’ts when looking for and installing a car seat, as well as the ages a child should still be using one.wgnradio.comMelissa Pratt, internationally-certified child passenger safety technician and founder of Safe in the Seat, joins Lisa on Child Passenger Safety Week to discuss the do’s and don’ts when looking for and installing a car seat, as well as the ages a child should still be using one.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/24/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/24/26 Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the announcement of Ebon Moss-Bachrach joining the cast of Heat 2, Dolly Parton is set to be posthumously featured on the final track of U2’s newest album, and an update on Collin’s phone usage since he started using a Brick.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3163852 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 22:01:51 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the announcement of Ebon Moss-Bachrach joining the cast of Heat 2, Dolly Parton is set to be posthumously featured on the final track of U2’s newest album, and an update on Collin’s phone usage since he started using a Brick.wgnradio.comLisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the announcement of Ebon Moss-Bachrach joining the cast of Heat 2, Dolly Parton is set to be posthumously featured on the final track of U2’s newest album, and an update on Collin’s phone usage since he started using a Brick.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation A human conversation regarding AI A human conversation regarding AI Join Lisa Dent as she and the rest afternoon crew chat about A. and the many facets that make up this increasingly divisive topic. Make sure to voice your opinion as we delve into the AI discourse, once a week, and try to have a truly human conversation.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3163850 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:19:34 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Join Lisa Dent as she and the rest afternoon crew chat about A. and the many facets that make up this increasingly divisive topic. Make sure to voice your opinion as we delve into the AI discourse, once a week, and try to have a truly human conversation.wgnradio.comJoin Lisa Dent as she and the rest afternoon crew chat about A. and the many facets that make up this increasingly divisive topic. Make sure to voice your opinion as we delve into the AI discourse, once a week, and try to have a truly human conversation.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Lou with Lisa: Removing pests from your plants before the temperature drops Lou with Lisa: Removing pests from your plants before the temperature drops Lou Manfredini joins the show from the Cubs game to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on spraying plants for bugs before taking them back inside, replacing damp floors, and fixing the garage door after accidentally backing into it. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3163731 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:49:23 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini joins the show from the Cubs game to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on spraying plants for bugs before taking them back inside, replacing damp floors, and fixing the garage door after accidentally backing into it. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.wgnradio.comLou Manfredini joins the show from the Cubs game to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on spraying plants for bugs before taking them back inside, replacing damp floors, and fixing the garage door after accidentally backing into it. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Special Olympics Illinois holding annual Plane Pull at O’Hare Airport Special Olympics Illinois holding annual Plane Pull at O’Hare Airport President and CEO of Special Olympics Illinois Pete Beale-DelVecchio and Special Olympics athlete Sophia Snow join Lisa Dent to highlight the 18th annual O’Hare Plane Pull event happening Saturday, September 26th from 8:30am to 1:00pm at O’Hare International Airport.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3163709 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:04:32 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)President and CEO of Special Olympics Illinois Pete Beale-DelVecchio and Special Olympics athlete Sophia Snow join Lisa Dent to highlight the 18th annual O’Hare Plane Pull event happening Saturday, September 26th from 8:30am to 1:00pm at O’Hare International Airport.wgnradio.comPresident and CEO of Special Olympics Illinois Pete Beale-DelVecchio and Special Olympics athlete Sophia Snow join Lisa Dent to highlight the 18th annual O’Hare Plane Pull event happening Saturday, September 26th from 8:30am to 1:00pm at O’Hare International Airport.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation 29th Ward Alderman responds to the new OEMC 911 dispatch system 29th Ward Alderman responds to the new OEMC 911 dispatch system Alderman of the 29th Ward Chris Taliaferro joins Lisa Dent to share his thoughts on Tuesday’s rollout of the new OEMC 911 dispatch system. He expresses his, other alders’, and OEMC employees’ concerns that the new system could potentially drop calls and inadvertently slow down response time. He does highlight however, that while the new system is being tested, they have their legacy system waiting in the wings as a backup.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3162632 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:43:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Alderman of the 29th Ward Chris Taliaferro joins Lisa Dent to share his thoughts on Tuesday’s rollout of the new OEMC 911 dispatch system. He expresses his, other alders’, and OEMC employees’ concerns that the new system could potentially drop calls and inadvertently slow down response time. He does highlight however, that while the new […]wgnradio.comAlderman of the 29th Ward Chris Taliaferro joins Lisa Dent to share his thoughts on Tuesday’s rollout of the new OEMC 911 dispatch system. He expresses his, other alders’, and OEMC employees’ concerns that the new system could potentially drop calls and inadvertently slow down response time. He does highlight however, that while the new […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/23/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/23/26 Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the introduction of a Nerds Gummy Cluster grilled cheese to the UBS Arena, the remembrance of Ray Charles on his birthday, and a 72-year-old in Ohio was charged with attaching a tracker to a delivery truck for the sole purpose of getting Pokémon cards.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3162546 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:07:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the introduction of a Nerds Gummy Cluster grilled cheese to the UBS Arena, the remembrance of Ray Charles on his birthday, and a 72-year-old in Ohio was charged with attaching a tracker to a delivery truck for the sole purpose of getting Pokémon […]wgnradio.comLisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the introduction of a Nerds Gummy Cluster grilled cheese to the UBS Arena, the remembrance of Ray Charles on his birthday, and a 72-year-old in Ohio was charged with attaching a tracker to a delivery truck for the sole purpose of getting Pokémon […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation David Hochberg: The average price for a home has changed drastically in the last sixty years David Hochberg: The average price for a home has changed drastically in the last sixty years David Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host of Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio, joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss the average price of a home in the 1960’s versus the average price now. Later, he addresses the sheer amount of foreclosure filings and answers listener questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3162496 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:50:26 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)David Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host of Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio, joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss the average price of a home in the 1960’s versus the average price now. Later, he addresses the sheer amount of foreclosure filings and answers […]wgnradio.comDavid Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host of Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio, joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss the average price of a home in the 1960’s versus the average price now. Later, he addresses the sheer amount of foreclosure filings and answers […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation How to get a good view of Chicagohenge How to get a good view of Chicagohenge Photographer Barry Butler joins Lisa Dent to talk about how listeners can take a photo of Chicagohenge as we enter our fall equinox.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3162495 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:13:21 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Photographer Barry Butler joins Lisa Dent to talk about how listeners can take a photo of Chicagohenge as we enter our fall equinox.wgnradio.comPhotographer Barry Butler joins Lisa Dent to talk about how listeners can take a photo of Chicagohenge as we enter our fall equinox.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Fat Bear Week returns for the 2026 fall season Fat Bear Week returns for the 2026 fall season Resident naturalist with Explore.org, Mike Fitz joins Lisa Dent to spotlight Fat Bear Week and how listeners can start voting on their favorites. Later, they address bear behavior prior to their hibernation season.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3162474 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:02:42 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Resident naturalist with Explore.org, Mike Fitz joins Lisa Dent to spotlight Fat Bear Week and how listeners can start voting on their favorites. Later, they address bear behavior prior to their hibernation season.wgnradio.comResident naturalist with Explore.org, Mike Fitz joins Lisa Dent to spotlight Fat Bear Week and how listeners can start voting on their favorites. Later, they address bear behavior prior to their hibernation season.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation What can we infer from the Waymo incident in Denver? What can we infer from the Waymo incident in Denver? Professor at Mason George University and director of its Autonomy and Robotics Center Dr. Missy Cummings joins Lisa Dent to discuss how a Waymo vehicle drove through a farmers market in Denver on September 20th. They address if situations like this can spread to other states as well as explore what the term “rogue A.I.” actually means.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3162418 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:39:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Professor at Mason George University and director of its Autonomy and Robotics Center Dr. Missy Cummings joins Lisa Dent to discuss how a Waymo vehicle drove through a farmers market in Denver on September 20th. They address if situations like this can spread to other states as well as explore what the term “rogue A.I.” […]wgnradio.comProfessor at Mason George University and director of its Autonomy and Robotics Center Dr. Missy Cummings joins Lisa Dent to discuss how a Waymo vehicle drove through a farmers market in Denver on September 20th. They address if situations like this can spread to other states as well as explore what the term “rogue A.I.” […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Pat Brady: What to expect from the Presidents Cup Pat Brady: What to expect from the Presidents Cup Pat Brady, SVP of Mercury Public Affairs, former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the preparations for President Trump’s arrival for the Presidents Cup happening at Medinah and the lawsuit against Secretary Alexi Giannoulias, Treasurer Maria Pappas, and Congressman Mike Quigley for running for two different offices simultaneously.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3162399 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:04:07 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Pat Brady, SVP of Mercury Public Affairs, former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the preparations for President Trump’s arrival for the Presidents Cup happening at Medinah and the lawsuit against Secretary Alexi Giannoulias, Treasurer Maria Pappas, and Congressman Mike Quigley for running for two different offices simultaneously.wgnradio.comPat Brady, SVP of Mercury Public Affairs, former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the preparations for President Trump’s arrival for the Presidents Cup happening at Medinah and the lawsuit against Secretary Alexi Giannoulias, Treasurer Maria Pappas, and Congressman Mike Quigley for running for two different offices simultaneously.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/22/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/22/26 Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the return of the sci-fi show Battlestar Galactica, the spin-off to the Quentin Tarantino film Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood receives its release date of November 25th, and a raccoon boot camp in Mississippi.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3161381 Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:02:36 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the return of the sci-fi show Battlestar Galactica, the spin-off to the Quentin Tarantino film Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood receives its release date of November 25th, and a raccoon boot camp in Mississippi.wgnradio.comLisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the return of the sci-fi show Battlestar Galactica, the spin-off to the Quentin Tarantino film Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood receives its release date of November 25th, and a raccoon boot camp in Mississippi.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Terry Savage: How much is the average home spending on fuel? Terry Savage: How much is the average home spending on fuel? Terry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how fuel prices have been affecting home life for Americans. Later, she takes finance question from listeners.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3161380 Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:39:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Terry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how fuel prices have been affecting home life for Americans. Later, she takes finance question from listeners.wgnradio.comTerry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how fuel prices have been affecting home life for Americans. Later, she takes finance question from listeners.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Conversation with The Forecasters: The last day of summer Conversation with The Forecasters: The last day of summer Chief meteorologist at WGN-TV Demetrius Ivory and WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder join Lisa Dent to talk about the weather. Together, our Forecasters address the weekend rain during Riot Fest, the cooler conditions as we wrap up the summer, and what goes on behind the scenes when declaring a potential upcoming weather disaster.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3161229 Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:35:23 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Chief meteorologist at WGN-TV Demetrius Ivory and WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder join Lisa Dent to talk about the weather. Together, our Forecasters address the weekend rain during Riot Fest, the cooler conditions as we wrap up the summer, and what goes on behind the scenes when declaring a potential upcoming weather disaster.wgnradio.comChief meteorologist at WGN-TV Demetrius Ivory and WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder join Lisa Dent to talk about the weather. Together, our Forecasters address the weekend rain during Riot Fest, the cooler conditions as we wrap up the summer, and what goes on behind the scenes when declaring a potential upcoming weather disaster.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Howard Tullman: Examining the new Xfinity Shield security service Howard Tullman: Examining the new Xfinity Shield security service Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3161223 Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:03:09 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article.wgnradio.comHoward Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Highlighting the importance of service dogs to those who need them Highlighting the importance of service dogs to those who need them Director Noel King, president and co-founder of the MidAmerica Service Dog Foundation, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how the organization came to be and how it facilitates service dogs and provides them for those in need. Noel also stresses the importance of leaving service dogs to their duty when seen out in public.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3161284 Tue, 22 Sep 2026 19:34:51 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Director Noel King, president and co-founder of the MidAmerica Service Dog Foundation, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how the organization came to be and how it facilitates service dogs and provides them for those in need. Noel also stresses the importance of leaving service dogs to their duty when seen out in public.wgnradio.comDirector Noel King, president and co-founder of the MidAmerica Service Dog Foundation, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how the organization came to be and how it facilitates service dogs and provides them for those in need. Noel also stresses the importance of leaving service dogs to their duty when seen out in public.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/21/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/21/26 Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including former Yankee Bernie Williams joining the Buena Vista Social Club‘s band on Broadway, the price of gluten free pizza at Costco, and the new record for the longest Slim Jim.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3160417 Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:04:51 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including former Yankee Bernie Williams joining the Buena Vista Social Club‘s band on Broadway, the price of gluten free pizza at Costco, and the new record for the longest Slim Jim.wgnradio.comWendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including former Yankee Bernie Williams joining the Buena Vista Social Club‘s band on Broadway, the price of gluten free pizza at Costco, and the new record for the longest Slim Jim.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Wrigleyville’s first ever street festival begins Saturday, September 26th Wrigleyville’s first ever street festival begins Saturday, September 26th Isabelle Jimenez, marketing manager with the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to spotlight the first ever Clark Street Live street festival happening in Wrigleyville from September 26th to the 27th.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3160329 Mon, 21 Sep 2026 20:37:25 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Isabelle Jimenez, marketing manager with the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to spotlight the first ever Clark Street Live street festival happening in Wrigleyville from September 26th to the 27th.wgnradio.comIsabelle Jimenez, marketing manager with the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to spotlight the first ever Clark Street Live street festival happening in Wrigleyville from September 26th to the 27th.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Dr. Sterling Elliott: Properly weaning off of opioids Dr. Sterling Elliott: Properly weaning off of opioids Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the process of weaning off and eventually quitting opioids, and the relation between GLP-1’s and remedying addiction.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3160260 Mon, 21 Sep 2026 20:07:10 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the process of weaning off and eventually quitting opioids, and the relation between GLP-1’s and remedying addiction.wgnradio.comDr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the process of weaning off and eventually quitting opioids, and the relation between GLP-1’s and remedying addiction.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Dan Hampton previews Week 2 of the Bears season Dan Hampton previews Week 2 of the Bears season Dan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O’B show, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to preview the Bears’ first home game of the 2026 season against the Minnesota Vikings.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3158537 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:34:31 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O’B show, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to preview the Bears’ first home game of the 2026 season against the Minnesota Vikings.wgnradio.comDan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O’B show, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to preview the Bears’ first home game of the 2026 season against the Minnesota Vikings.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/18/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/18/26 Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including YouTube influencers, tomato sandwiches, and why does gluten free pizza have to be so expensive?

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3158480 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:06:26 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including YouTube influencers, tomato sandwiches, and why does gluten free pizza have to be so expensive?wgnradio.comLisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including YouTube influencers, tomato sandwiches, and why does gluten free pizza have to be so expensive?WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Peter Greenberg: Alcohol limits before boarding your next flight? Peter Greenberg: Alcohol limits before boarding your next flight? Peter Greenberg, travel expert and host of Peter Greenberg Worldwide on WGN Radio, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to talk about how rising diesel prices are affecting not only the airline industry, but how they are affecting you, as a traveler. Peter also shares his idea for preventing intoxicated airline passengers for derailing a smooth trip.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3158465 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:36:54 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Peter Greenberg, travel expert and host of Peter Greenberg Worldwide on WGN Radio, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to talk about how rising diesel prices are affecting not only the airline industry, but how they are affecting you, as a traveler. Peter also shares his idea for preventing intoxicated airline passengers for […]wgnradio.comPeter Greenberg, travel expert and host of Peter Greenberg Worldwide on WGN Radio, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to talk about how rising diesel prices are affecting not only the airline industry, but how they are affecting you, as a traveler. Peter also shares his idea for preventing intoxicated airline passengers for […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Dr. Dana Varble: Treats or patience for potty training? Dr. Dana Varble: Treats or patience for potty training? Dr. Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer for the North American Veterinary Community, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to talk all things pets. Together, they address potty training Collin’s dog, Levi, and fear of fireworks and thunderstorms. Afterwards, Dr. Varble takes your pet questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3158455 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:27:14 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer for the North American Veterinary Community, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to talk all things pets. Together, they address potty training Collin’s dog, Levi, and fear of fireworks and thunderstorms. Afterwards, Dr. Varble takes your pet questions.wgnradio.comDr. Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer for the North American Veterinary Community, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to talk all things pets. Together, they address potty training Collin’s dog, Levi, and fear of fireworks and thunderstorms. Afterwards, Dr. Varble takes your pet questions.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Ilyce Glink: US mortgage rates highest levels since January 2025 Ilyce Glink: US mortgage rates highest levels since January 2025 Ilyce Glink, of ThinkGlink.com and the Love, Money + Real Estate newsletter, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to explain why higher energy prices, soaring diesel costs and rising mortgage rates are squeezing household budgets. They discuss how families may be spending roughly $900 more on energy, why those diesel costs ripple into food and shipping prices, and how public spending and debt can ultimately affect taxpayers, all while homebuyers face mortgage rates near their highest levels since early 2025.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3158294 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:56:50 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Ilyce Glink, of ThinkGlink.com and the Love, Money + Real Estate newsletter, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to explain why higher energy prices, soaring diesel costs and rising mortgage rates are squeezing household budgets. They discuss how families may be spending roughly $900 more on energy, why those diesel costs ripple into […]wgnradio.comIlyce Glink, of ThinkGlink.com and the Love, Money + Real Estate newsletter, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to explain why higher energy prices, soaring diesel costs and rising mortgage rates are squeezing household budgets. They discuss how families may be spending roughly $900 more on energy, why those diesel costs ripple into […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation How a 100-year-old recipe made Birrieria Ocotlan one of America’s best How a 100-year-old recipe made Birrieria Ocotlan one of America’s best Andres Reyes, owner and president of Birrieria Ocotlan, joins Wendy Snyder for Foodie Friday to celebrate the Chicago institution’s 53rd year and its recent national recognition from The New York Times as one of the country’s best Mexican restaurants. Reyes talks about the importance of family, and gives Wendy just a hint of a secret behind the century-old family recipe of the fall-off-the-bone goat birria, slow-stewed in rich consommé and served with warm tortillas, lime and house chile de árbol salsa. If you want one of Chicago’s best, visit both of their locations and find out more at https://birrieriaocotlan.com/

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3158349 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:21:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Andres Reyes, owner and president of Birrieria Ocotlan, joins Wendy Snyder for Foodie Friday to celebrate the Chicago institution’s 53rd year and its recent national recognition from The New York Times as one of the country’s best Mexican restaurants. Reyes talks about the importance of family, and gives Wendy just a hint of a secret […]wgnradio.comAndres Reyes, owner and president of Birrieria Ocotlan, joins Wendy Snyder for Foodie Friday to celebrate the Chicago institution’s 53rd year and its recent national recognition from The New York Times as one of the country’s best Mexican restaurants. Reyes talks about the importance of family, and gives Wendy just a hint of a secret […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Blackhawks legends, locker-room dinner up for bid to benefit Chicago youth Blackhawks legends, locker-room dinner up for bid to benefit Chicago youth Maura Daly, Chief External Affairs Officer of A Better Chicago, and Phil Mikhaylov, CEO and co-founder of Unicorn Auctions, join Wendy Snyder, sitting in for Lisa Dent, to discuss an extraordinary charity auction benefiting Chicago’s youth. The winning bidder will enjoy a private Chicago Blackhawks locker-room dinner with team legends, acclaimed chefs Paul Kahan and Rob Leavitt, rare Burgundy and whiskey tastings, plus custom jerseys and Blackhawks home-opener tickets. To bid now go to www.unicornauctions.com

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3158322 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:06:58 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Maura Daly, Chief External Affairs Officer of A Better Chicago, and Phil Mikhaylov, CEO and co-founder of Unicorn Auctions, join Wendy Snyder, sitting in for Lisa Dent, to discuss an extraordinary charity auction benefiting Chicago’s youth. The winning bidder will enjoy a private Chicago Blackhawks locker-room dinner with team legends, acclaimed chefs Paul Kahan and […]wgnradio.comMaura Daly, Chief External Affairs Officer of A Better Chicago, and Phil Mikhaylov, CEO and co-founder of Unicorn Auctions, join Wendy Snyder, sitting in for Lisa Dent, to discuss an extraordinary charity auction benefiting Chicago’s youth. The winning bidder will enjoy a private Chicago Blackhawks locker-room dinner with team legends, acclaimed chefs Paul Kahan and […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Mayor Brandon Johnson on what he would do differently in a second term Mayor Brandon Johnson on what he would do differently in a second term Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Lisa Dent to talk about running for reelection. The Mayor talks about how his family feels about him running for reelection, his relationship with the City Council, and what he would do differently in a second term. Mayor Johnson also talks about the mental health clinics he’s opened and his efforts to improve people’s quality of life.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3157521 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:05:14 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Lisa Dent to talk about running for reelection. The Mayor talks about how his family feels about him running for reelection, his relationship with the City Council, and what he would do differently in a second term. Mayor Johnson also talks about the mental health clinics he’s opened and his efforts […]wgnradio.comMayor Brandon Johnson joins Lisa Dent to talk about running for reelection. The Mayor talks about how his family feels about him running for reelection, his relationship with the City Council, and what he would do differently in a second term. Mayor Johnson also talks about the mental health clinics he’s opened and his efforts […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Aid in dying as an end of life option in Illinois Aid in dying as an end of life option in Illinois Thalia DeWolf, Associate Director of Education at The Academy of Aid in Dying Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to talk about medical aid in dying. Who qualifies in Illinois? What is the process like? Thalia answers these questions and more. If you have questions, visit www.aadm.org.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3157499 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:02:44 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Thalia DeWolf, Associate Director of Education at The Academy of Aid in Dying Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to talk about medical aid in dying. Who qualifies in Illinois? What is the process like? Thalia answers these questions and more. If you have questions, visit www.aadm.org.wgnradio.comThalia DeWolf, Associate Director of Education at The Academy of Aid in Dying Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to talk about medical aid in dying. Who qualifies in Illinois? What is the process like? Thalia answers these questions and more. If you have questions, visit www.aadm.org.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/17/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/17/26 Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the women’s performances in Dancing with the Stars, girls’ flag football, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3157472 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:23:25 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the women’s performances in Dancing with the Stars, girls’ flag football, and more!wgnradio.comLisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the women’s performances in Dancing with the Stars, girls’ flag football, and more!WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Al Pitrelli of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra on their December visit to Allstate Arena Al Pitrelli of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra on their December visit to Allstate Arena Al Pitrelli, guitar legend, music director, and original member of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, talks to Lisa Dent about the upcoming TSO performance at Allstate Arena on December 23rd. Get tickets here: ticketmaster.com/transsiberian-orchestra.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3157240 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:00:11 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Al Pitrelli, guitar legend, music director, and original member of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, talks to Lisa Dent about the upcoming TSO performance at Allstate Arena on December 23rd. Get tickets here: ticketmaster.com/transsiberian-orchestra.wgnradio.comAl Pitrelli, guitar legend, music director, and original member of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, talks to Lisa Dent about the upcoming TSO performance at Allstate Arena on December 23rd. Get tickets here: ticketmaster.com/transsiberian-orchestra.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Lou with Lisa: Security locks for your home Lou with Lisa: Security locks for your home Lou Manfredini hops on the show with Lisa to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on home windows, cement decks, and security systems. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3157413 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:13:20 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini hops on the show with Lisa to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on home windows, cement decks, and security systems. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.wgnradio.comLou Manfredini hops on the show with Lisa to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on home windows, cement decks, and security systems. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon on voting by mail Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon on voting by mail Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon joins Lisa Dent to discuss voting by mail and answe listeners’ questions. Plus, Gordon shares what Cook County voters should be doing right now to be ready for elections.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3157418 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 21:07:53 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon joins Lisa Dent to discuss voting by mail and answe listeners’ questions. Plus, Gordon shares what Cook County voters should be doing right now to be ready for elections.wgnradio.comCook County Clerk Monica Gordon joins Lisa Dent to discuss voting by mail and answe listeners’ questions. Plus, Gordon shares what Cook County voters should be doing right now to be ready for elections.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Are we losing the Chicago accent? Are we losing the Chicago accent? Erik Singer is an accent expert and professional dialect coach and he joins Lisa Dent to talk about the Chicago accent. Erik shares how an accent is identity and talks about the difference between a dialect and an accent. You can follow Erik’s work by visiting: www.eriksinger.com

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3157373 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:45:12 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Erik Singer is an accent expert and professional dialect coach and he joins Lisa Dent to talk about the Chicago accent. Erik shares how an accent is identity and talks about the difference between a dialect and an accent. You can follow Erik’s work by visiting: www.eriksinger.comwgnradio.comErik Singer is an accent expert and professional dialect coach and he joins Lisa Dent to talk about the Chicago accent. Erik shares how an accent is identity and talks about the difference between a dialect and an accent. You can follow Erik’s work by visiting: www.eriksinger.comWGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Ron Brown’s movie reviews: Practical Magic 2 Ron Brown’s movie reviews: Practical Magic 2 Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week, he reviews Practical Magic 2. Plus, what will he score The Uprising and Primetime?

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3157234 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:09:44 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week, he reviews Practical Magic 2. Plus, what will he score The Uprising and Primetime?wgnradio.comRon Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week, he reviews Practical Magic 2. Plus, what will he score The Uprising and Primetime?WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Alderman Hopkins on the Chicago parking meter deal Alderman Hopkins on the Chicago parking meter deal Alderman of the 2nd Ward Brian Hopkins joins Lisa Dent to discuss the new deal to sell Chicago parking meters to an investment firm. Plus, the duo talks about the incentive to get the deal done and the language used in the contract.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3156320 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:06:26 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Alderman of the 2nd Ward Brian Hopkins joins Lisa Dent to discuss the new deal to sell Chicago parking meters to an investment firm. Plus, the duo talks about the incentive to get the deal done and the language used in the contract.wgnradio.comAlderman of the 2nd Ward Brian Hopkins joins Lisa Dent to discuss the new deal to sell Chicago parking meters to an investment firm. Plus, the duo talks about the incentive to get the deal done and the language used in the contract.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/16/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/16/26 Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the latest season of Dancing with the Stars, Tom Petty’s Heartbreakers reuniting, and strange laws.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3156280 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 22:09:57 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the latest season of Dancing with the Stars, Tom Petty’s Heartbreakers reuniting, and strange laws.wgnradio.comLisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the latest season of Dancing with the Stars, Tom Petty’s Heartbreakers reuniting, and strange laws.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Traveler with confirmed case of measles passed through Chicago’s Union Station Traveler with confirmed case of measles passed through Chicago’s Union Station Stephanie Gretsch, an epidemiologist with the Chicago Department of Public Health, joins Lisa Dent to discuss recent measles exposures. Stephanie explains how incubation works from the time of exposure, what symptoms someone can have, and how many cases have been confirmed in the country. For more information about the Chicago Department of Public Health, visit www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3156204 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:58:34 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Stephanie Gretsch, an epidemiologist with the Chicago Department of Public Health, joins Lisa Dent to discuss recent measles exposures. Stephanie explains how incubation works from the time of exposure, what symptoms someone can have, and how many cases have been confirmed in the country. For more information about the Chicago Department of Public Health, visit […]wgnradio.comStephanie Gretsch, an epidemiologist with the Chicago Department of Public Health, joins Lisa Dent to discuss recent measles exposures. Stephanie explains how incubation works from the time of exposure, what symptoms someone can have, and how many cases have been confirmed in the country. For more information about the Chicago Department of Public Health, visit […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Creating dementia-friendly neighborhoods in Illinois Creating dementia-friendly neighborhoods in Illinois Jeanne Heid Grubman, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Chicago Methodist Senior Services, joins Lisa Dent to discuss dementia-friendly neighborhoods. Jeanne shares that education about dementia is important and that Illinois has the most dementia-friendly neighborhoods. For more information on how you can get involved in creating a community, visit www.cmsschicago.org.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3156188 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:07:25 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Jeanne Heid Grubman, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Chicago Methodist Senior Services, joins Lisa Dent to discuss dementia-friendly neighborhoods. Jeanne shares that education about dementia is important and that Illinois has the most dementia-friendly neighborhoods. For more information on how you can get involved in creating a community, visit www.cmsschicago.org.wgnradio.comJeanne Heid Grubman, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Chicago Methodist Senior Services, joins Lisa Dent to discuss dementia-friendly neighborhoods. Jeanne shares that education about dementia is important and that Illinois has the most dementia-friendly neighborhoods. For more information on how you can get involved in creating a community, visit www.cmsschicago.org.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Renovated Thompson Center brings a jolt of energy to local businesses Renovated Thompson Center brings a jolt of energy to local businesses Brian J. Rogal, Investigative Reporter at The Chicago Tribune, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how Google has provided a glimpse of the new Thompson Center. What is Google bringing to the table in downtown Chicago?

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3156124 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:56:59 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Brian J. Rogal, Investigative Reporter at The Chicago Tribune, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how Google has provided a glimpse of the new Thompson Center. What is Google bringing to the table in downtown Chicago?wgnradio.comBrian J. Rogal, Investigative Reporter at The Chicago Tribune, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how Google has provided a glimpse of the new Thompson Center. What is Google bringing to the table in downtown Chicago?WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Pat Brady: Mayor Brandon Johnson is about as popular in Chicago as Aaron Rodgers Pat Brady: Mayor Brandon Johnson is about as popular in Chicago as Aaron Rodgers Pat Brady, SVP of Mercury Public Affairs and former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the mayoral race.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3156092 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:02:08 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Pat Brady, SVP of Mercury Public Affairs and former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the mayoral race.wgnradio.comPat Brady, SVP of Mercury Public Affairs and former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the mayoral race.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Why have kids’ mental health ER visits increased by 74%? Why have kids’ mental health ER visits increased by 74%? Matt Davison, CEO of NAMI Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how kids’ suicide ER visits have spiked. Matt talks about the importance of youth mental health education and the engagement of parents and students in recognizing signs and symptoms. For more information on NAMI Chicago, visit namichicago.org.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3155963 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:31:27 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Matt Davison, CEO of NAMI Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how kids’ suicide ER visits have spiked. Matt talks about the importance of youth mental health education and the engagement of parents and students in recognizing signs and symptoms. For more information on NAMI Chicago, visit namichicago.org.wgnradio.comMatt Davison, CEO of NAMI Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how kids’ suicide ER visits have spiked. Matt talks about the importance of youth mental health education and the engagement of parents and students in recognizing signs and symptoms. For more information on NAMI Chicago, visit namichicago.org.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/15/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/15/26 Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Prince Harry and Meghan Markle switching Archie and Lilibet’s school, Bob Dylan’s 39-Disc box set of Rolling Thunder Revue, and James Bond.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3155294 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:32:55 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Prince Harry and Meghan Markle switching Archie and Lilibet’s school, Bob Dylan’s 39-Disc box set of Rolling Thunder Revue, and James Bond.wgnradio.comLisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Prince Harry and Meghan Markle switching Archie and Lilibet’s school, Bob Dylan’s 39-Disc box set of Rolling Thunder Revue, and James Bond.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation It’s Martini Expo week! It’s Martini Expo week! Robert Simonson, Cocktail writer and co-founder of Chicago’s Martini Expo, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how the first martini recipe appeared in a Chicago-published book in 1988. For more information on the Martini Expo, visit www.martiniexpo.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3155109 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:23:09 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Robert Simonson, Cocktail writer and co-founder of Chicago’s Martini Expo, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how the first martini recipe appeared in a Chicago-published book in 1988. For more information on the Martini Expo, visit www.martiniexpo.com.wgnradio.comRobert Simonson, Cocktail writer and co-founder of Chicago’s Martini Expo, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how the first martini recipe appeared in a Chicago-published book in 1988. For more information on the Martini Expo, visit www.martiniexpo.com.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Can drinking hot beverages raise your chances of getting cancer? Can drinking hot beverages raise your chances of getting cancer? Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Lisa Dent to talk about strength and balance as we age. Plus, how hot beverages affect your esophagus and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3155062 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 03:17:32 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Lisa Dent to talk about strength and balance as we age. Plus, how hot beverages affect your esophagus and more!wgnradio.comDr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Lisa Dent to talk about strength and balance as we age. Plus, how hot beverages affect your esophagus and more!WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Terry Savage: Treasury yields are at a 19 year high Terry Savage: Treasury yields are at a 19 year high Terry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Treasury Direct accounts, the stock market, and tax refunds.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3154960 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:39:30 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Terry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Treasury Direct accounts, the stock market, and tax refunds.wgnradio.comTerry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss Treasury Direct accounts, the stock market, and tax refunds.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Conversations with Demetrius: Chicago could see warmest winter since 1941 Conversations with Demetrius: Chicago could see warmest winter since 1941 Demetrius Ivory, Chief Meteorologist at WGN-TV, and WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder join Lisa Dent to talk about the weather. The trio talks about how Chicago could see its warmest winter since 1941.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3154905 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:34:28 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Demetrius Ivory, Chief Meteorologist at WGN-TV, and WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder join Lisa Dent to talk about the weather. The trio talks about how Chicago could see its warmest winter since 1941.wgnradio.comDemetrius Ivory, Chief Meteorologist at WGN-TV, and WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder join Lisa Dent to talk about the weather. The trio talks about how Chicago could see its warmest winter since 1941.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Howard Tullman: College graduates know very little about how our government is supposed to operate Howard Tullman: College graduates know very little about how our government is supposed to operate Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article. Howard and Lisa discuss the need to be contributing citizens and how companies may need to take responsibility for developing the next generation of employees into concerned, committed, and informed citizens.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3154857 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:06:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article. Howard and Lisa discuss the need to be contributing citizens and how companies may need to take responsibility for developing the next generation of employees into concerned, committed, and informed citizens.wgnradio.comHoward Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article. Howard and Lisa discuss the need to be contributing citizens and how companies may need to take responsibility for developing the next generation of employees into concerned, committed, and informed citizens.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Charlie Roumeliotis on Connor Bedard becoming the captain of the Chicago Blackhawks Charlie Roumeliotis on Connor Bedard becoming the captain of the Chicago Blackhawks Lisa Dent and Kevin Powell talk with Blackhawks host Charlie Roumeliotis about Connor Bedard being named the franchise’s 37th captain. He becomes the team’s second-youngest captain. Charlie talks about the Players’ Tribune piece that Connor wrote, plus the new era of Chicago sports.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3154768 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:37:20 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent and Kevin Powell talk with Blackhawks host Charlie Roumeliotis about Connor Bedard being named the franchise’s 37th captain. He becomes the team’s second-youngest captain. Charlie talks about the Players’ Tribune piece that Connor wrote, plus the new era of Chicago sports.wgnradio.comLisa Dent and Kevin Powell talk with Blackhawks host Charlie Roumeliotis about Connor Bedard being named the franchise’s 37th captain. He becomes the team’s second-youngest captain. Charlie talks about the Players’ Tribune piece that Connor wrote, plus the new era of Chicago sports.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation The extraordinary endurance of migrating birds The extraordinary endurance of migrating birds Annette Prince, Director of Chicago Bird Collision Monitors group, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the migrating birds flying through Chicago. Annette talks about how birds can sometimes get confused by the glass on buildings which explains so many birds falling from the sky during these migrations and talks about the sheer muscle power needed to migrate.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3153937 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:42:18 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Annette Prince, Director of Chicago Bird Collision Monitors group, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the migrating birds flying through Chicago. Annette talks about how birds can sometimes get confused by the glass on buildings which explains so many birds falling from the sky during these migrations and talks about the sheer muscle power needed […]wgnradio.comAnnette Prince, Director of Chicago Bird Collision Monitors group, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the migrating birds flying through Chicago. Annette talks about how birds can sometimes get confused by the glass on buildings which explains so many birds falling from the sky during these migrations and talks about the sheer muscle power needed […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/14/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/14/26 Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the new Tom Cruise movie “Digger,” Oprah Winfrey at The Sphere in Las Vegas, and remembering iconic fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3153903 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:04:18 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the new Tom Cruise movie “Digger,” Oprah Winfrey at The Sphere in Las Vegas, and remembering iconic fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie.wgnradio.comLisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including the new Tom Cruise movie “Digger,” Oprah Winfrey at The Sphere in Las Vegas, and remembering iconic fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation CPS enrollment decline: The tough questions ahead CPS enrollment decline: The tough questions ahead What happens when a school has only a fraction of the students it was built to serve? Hal Woods, Chief of Policy for Kids First Chicago, joins The Lisa Dent Show to discuss declining CPS enrollment, underused school buildings, student opportunities, and the complicated decisions facing Chicago’s public schools.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3153879 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:33:01 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)What happens when a school has only a fraction of the students it was built to serve? Hal Woods, Chief of Policy for Kids First Chicago, joins The Lisa Dent Show to discuss declining CPS enrollment, underused school buildings, student opportunities, and the complicated decisions facing Chicago’s public schools.wgnradio.comWhat happens when a school has only a fraction of the students it was built to serve? Hal Woods, Chief of Policy for Kids First Chicago, joins The Lisa Dent Show to discuss declining CPS enrollment, underused school buildings, student opportunities, and the complicated decisions facing Chicago’s public schools.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Medicare Alert: Could your Humana plan be affected? Medicare Alert: Could your Humana plan be affected? Humana is exiting some Medicare Advantage plans, potentially affecting 600,000 members nationwide. Sandy Leith, SHIP Director (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) from the Illinois Department on Aging, joins The Lisa Dent Show to talk about what Illinois residents should do if their coverage changes. Sandy talks about key Medicare deadlines and where to get trusted help. Listeners should watch their mailboxes right now to look for changes, updates, or any other important information. If you need help you can visit their website, www.shiphelp.org or call 877-839-2675.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3153846 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:06:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Humana is exiting some Medicare Advantage plans, potentially affecting 600,000 members nationwide. Sandy Leith, SHIP Director (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) from the Illinois Department on Aging, joins The Lisa Dent Show to talk about what Illinois residents should do if their coverage changes. Sandy talks about key Medicare deadlines and where to get trusted […]wgnradio.comHumana is exiting some Medicare Advantage plans, potentially affecting 600,000 members nationwide. Sandy Leith, SHIP Director (State Health Insurance Assistance Program) from the Illinois Department on Aging, joins The Lisa Dent Show to talk about what Illinois residents should do if their coverage changes. Sandy talks about key Medicare deadlines and where to get trusted […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Is your night light hurting your heart? Is your night light hurting your heart? Kristen Knutson, Associate Professor of Neurology at Northwestern’s Feinberg School of Medicine, joins The Lisa Dent show to talk about new studies talking about too much light during nighttime sleep potentially damaging your heart. Professor Knutson talks about how light is important to resetting our internal biological clock but having it at the wrong time can have downstream consequences. Lisa also finds out the best ways we can maximize our sleep.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3153781 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:40:17 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Kristen Knutson, Associate Professor of Neurology at Northwestern’s Feinberg School of Medicine, joins The Lisa Dent show to talk about new studies talking about too much light during nighttime sleep potentially damaging your heart. Professor Knutson talks about how light is important to resetting our internal biological clock but having it at the wrong time […]wgnradio.comKristen Knutson, Associate Professor of Neurology at Northwestern’s Feinberg School of Medicine, joins The Lisa Dent show to talk about new studies talking about too much light during nighttime sleep potentially damaging your heart. Professor Knutson talks about how light is important to resetting our internal biological clock but having it at the wrong time […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Harry Maugans: Can we slow down AI? Harry Maugans: Can we slow down AI? Digital privacy expert with Privacy Bee Harry Maugans joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the world’s biggest AI rivals agreeing that it may need to be slowed down and perhaps this generation’s version of a space race. Harry talks autonomous drones, automatic hacking, open source models, virtual persona agents, and more. With some researchers saying there is a 10% chance that we might lose control of AI entirely, Harry lets us know if all of this is Doomsday talk or if we’re overreacting… for now.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3153756 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:08:51 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Digital privacy expert with Privacy Bee Harry Maugans joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the world’s biggest AI rivals agreeing that it may need to be slowed down and perhaps this generation’s version of a space race. Harry talks autonomous drones, automatic hacking, open source models, virtual persona agents, and more. With some researchers […]wgnradio.comDigital privacy expert with Privacy Bee Harry Maugans joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the world’s biggest AI rivals agreeing that it may need to be slowed down and perhaps this generation’s version of a space race. Harry talks autonomous drones, automatic hacking, open source models, virtual persona agents, and more. With some researchers […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation The ‘Kathy & Judy’ family share their fondest memories of Judy Markey The ‘Kathy & Judy’ family share their fondest memories of Judy Markey In the wake of Judy Markey’s death, Lisa Dent is joined by the Kathy & Judy family, Kathy O’Malley, Steve Bertrand, and Kurt Vanderah, to share stories of not only the show and the humor shared between the four, but the tenacity and fearlessness emanated by Judy to go on air and be her truest self no matter the topic.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3151900 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:54:42 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)In the wake of Judy Markey’s death, Lisa Dent is joined by the Kathy & Judy family, Kathy O’Malley, Steve Bertrand, and Kurt Vanderah, to share stories of not only the show and the humor shared between the four, but the tenacity and fearlessness emanated by Judy to go on air and be her truest […]wgnradio.comIn the wake of Judy Markey’s death, Lisa Dent is joined by the Kathy & Judy family, Kathy O’Malley, Steve Bertrand, and Kurt Vanderah, to share stories of not only the show and the humor shared between the four, but the tenacity and fearlessness emanated by Judy to go on air and be her truest […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Dan Hampton previews Week 1 of the Bears season Dan Hampton previews Week 1 of the Bears season Dan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O’B show, joins Lisa Dent to preview the Bears’ first game of the 2026 season against the Carolina Panthers.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3151850 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:47:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O’B show, joins Lisa Dent to preview the Bears’ first game of the 2026 season against the Carolina Panthers.wgnradio.comDan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O’B show, joins Lisa Dent to preview the Bears’ first game of the 2026 season against the Carolina Panthers.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/11/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/11/26 Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Kevin celebrating Jack’s second birthday themed after Toy Story, Nashville International Airport is in the process of renaming itself in honor of Dolly Parton, and Mary asks, “what’s with” college football players wearing crop tops.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3151834 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 22:05:51 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Kevin celebrating Jack’s second birthday themed after Toy Story, Nashville International Airport is in the process of renaming itself in honor of Dolly Parton, and Mary asks, “what’s with” college football players wearing crop tops.wgnradio.comLisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Kevin celebrating Jack’s second birthday themed after Toy Story, Nashville International Airport is in the process of renaming itself in honor of Dolly Parton, and Mary asks, “what’s with” college football players wearing crop tops.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Clarendon Hills resident’s firsthand account of September 11th Clarendon Hills resident’s firsthand account of September 11th Clarendon Hills resident Stu Breslow joins the Lisa Dent Show to share his story of September 11, 2001 where he was on the 40th floor of the North Tower as the attack on the World Trade Center happened. He addresses every moment from meeting the first responders headed up the tower, to finding shelter away from the buildings, to the point where he was able to finally call his wife and let her know that he was alive.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3151700 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:46:55 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Clarendon Hills resident Stu Breslow joins the Lisa Dent Show to share his story of September 11, 2001 where he was on the 40th floor of the North Tower as the attack on the World Trade Center happened. He addresses every moment from meeting the first responders headed up the tower, to finding shelter away […]wgnradio.comClarendon Hills resident Stu Breslow joins the Lisa Dent Show to share his story of September 11, 2001 where he was on the 40th floor of the North Tower as the attack on the World Trade Center happened. He addresses every moment from meeting the first responders headed up the tower, to finding shelter away […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation ‘Forever chemical’ found in pesticide approved by the Trump Administration ‘Forever chemical’ found in pesticide approved by the Trump Administration Science Director for the Center for Food Safety Bill Freese joins Lisa Dent to talk about how the Trump Administration is being sued for approving the use of a pesticide containing the “forever chemical,” trifludimoxazin, which has links to cancer, when growing a wide variety of foods.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3150656 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:52:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Science Director for the Center for Food Safety Bill Freese joins Lisa Dent to talk about how the Trump Administration is being sued for approving the use of a pesticide containing the “forever chemical,” trifludimoxazin, which has links to cancer, when growing a wide variety of foods.wgnradio.comScience Director for the Center for Food Safety Bill Freese joins Lisa Dent to talk about how the Trump Administration is being sued for approving the use of a pesticide containing the “forever chemical,” trifludimoxazin, which has links to cancer, when growing a wide variety of foods.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi: Is AI bringing on the end of humanity? Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi: Is AI bringing on the end of humanity? Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of the 8th District joins Lisa Lisa Dent to discuss how former researchers from OpenAI and Anthropic have stated that AI could be the catalyst that will bring the end of humanity. They address how it’s imperative that the race to advance AI be stopped before it continues to spiral out of control.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3150469 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:36:36 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of the 8th District joins Lisa Lisa Dent to discuss how former researchers from OpenAI and Anthropic have stated that AI could be the catalyst that will bring the end of humanity. They address how it’s imperative that the race to advance AI be stopped before it continues to spiral out of […]wgnradio.comCongressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of the 8th District joins Lisa Lisa Dent to discuss how former researchers from OpenAI and Anthropic have stated that AI could be the catalyst that will bring the end of humanity. They address how it’s imperative that the race to advance AI be stopped before it continues to spiral out of […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/10/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/10/26 Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Kim Kardashian’s new project involving travel baseball, Disney teasing “Infinity-vision” ahead of Avengers: Doomsday, and the two beverages people shouldn’t order when on a flight.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3150582 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:03:47 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Kim Kardashian’s new project involving travel baseball, Disney teasing “Infinity-vision” ahead of Avengers: Doomsday, and the two beverages people shouldn’t order when on a flight.wgnradio.comLisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Kim Kardashian’s new project involving travel baseball, Disney teasing “Infinity-vision” ahead of Avengers: Doomsday, and the two beverages people shouldn’t order when on a flight.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Lou with Lisa: Storm-proofing your home Lou with Lisa: Storm-proofing your home Lou Manfredini hops on the show with Lisa to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on replacing storm windows, fixing a blacktop driveway, repairing your roof following the August storms, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3150505 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:15:57 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lou Manfredini hops on the show with Lisa to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on replacing storm windows, fixing a blacktop driveway, repairing your roof following the August storms, and more!wgnradio.comLou Manfredini hops on the show with Lisa to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on replacing storm windows, fixing a blacktop driveway, repairing your roof following the August storms, and more!WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Teresa Murray: Recalls on candy rollers, ready-to-eat pork, and dog supplements Teresa Murray: Recalls on candy rollers, ready-to-eat pork, and dog supplements Teresa Murray, consumer watchdog with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), joins Lisa Dent to discuss the recalls of the Ricky Joy Sour Crush Candy Bottles, Vet Plus Inc.’s Fi dog supplements, 1,500 pounds of Prime Line Distributors pork, and more.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3150383 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:12:02 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Teresa Murray, consumer watchdog with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), joins Lisa Dent to discuss the recalls of the Ricky Joy Sour Crush Candy Bottles, Vet Plus Inc.’s Fi dog supplements, 1,500 pounds of Prime Line Distributors pork, and more.wgnradio.comTeresa Murray, consumer watchdog with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), joins Lisa Dent to discuss the recalls of the Ricky Joy Sour Crush Candy Bottles, Vet Plus Inc.’s Fi dog supplements, 1,500 pounds of Prime Line Distributors pork, and more.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Ron Brown’s Movie Reviews: ‘Peter Asher: Everywhere Man’ and ‘Hope’ Ron Brown’s Movie Reviews: ‘Peter Asher: Everywhere Man’ and ‘Hope’ Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews the documentary Peter Asher: Everywhere Man as well as the fast-paced Korean action film Hope.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3150415 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:02:04 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews the documentary Peter Asher: Everywhere Man as well as the fast-paced Korean action film Hope.wgnradio.comRon Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews the documentary Peter Asher: Everywhere Man as well as the fast-paced Korean action film Hope.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation How much are the top Illinois pensioners receiving? How much are the top Illinois pensioners receiving? Senior Director of Fiscal and Economic Analysis at the Illinois Policy Institute Bryce Hill joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss how last year, the top fifty of Illinois’ state pensioners each averaged about $437,000. Together, they discuss the factors that could lead to such an unsustainable system and what measures need to be made to change it.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3149480 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:52:32 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Senior Director of Fiscal and Economic Analysis at the Illinois Policy Institute Bryce Hill joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss how last year, the top fifty of Illinois’ state pensioners each averaged about $437,000. Together, they discuss the factors that could lead to such an unsustainable system and what measures need to be made […]wgnradio.comSenior Director of Fiscal and Economic Analysis at the Illinois Policy Institute Bryce Hill joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss how last year, the top fifty of Illinois’ state pensioners each averaged about $437,000. Together, they discuss the factors that could lead to such an unsustainable system and what measures need to be made […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation ‘The Big Jump’ returns to the Chicago River Swim this year ‘The Big Jump’ returns to the Chicago River Swim this year The Chicago River Swim, happening Sunday, September 20th, is kicking off the weekend events on Friday the 18th with the return of The Big Jump. Founder of the Chicago River Swim, Doug McConnell joins Lisa Dent to discuss how people can register for the jump and raise money for ALS research and youth swim education by jumping into the Chicago River.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3149466 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:40:10 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The Chicago River Swim, happening Sunday, September 20th, is kicking off the weekend events on Friday the 18th with the return of The Big Jump. Founder of the Chicago River Swim, Doug McConnell joins Lisa Dent to discuss how people can register for the jump and raise money for ALS research and youth swim education […]wgnradio.comThe Chicago River Swim, happening Sunday, September 20th, is kicking off the weekend events on Friday the 18th with the return of The Big Jump. Founder of the Chicago River Swim, Doug McConnell joins Lisa Dent to discuss how people can register for the jump and raise money for ALS research and youth swim education […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Road Trippin’ with Lisa Dent: Experience Champaign-Urbana Road Trippin’ with Lisa Dent: Experience Champaign-Urbana Terri Reifsteck, Vice President of Destination Branding and Development at Experience Champaign-Urbana joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the increase in population as well as what visitors can explore now that the area is busier. She spotlights activities such as the start of performing arts season at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, Illinois’ only certified international dark sky park located at Middle Fork River Forest Preserve, and much more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3149165 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:01:30 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Terri Reifsteck, Vice President of Destination Branding and Development at Experience Champaign-Urbana joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the increase in population as well as what visitors can explore now that the area is busier. She spotlights activities such as the start of performing arts season at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, […]wgnradio.comTerri Reifsteck, Vice President of Destination Branding and Development at Experience Champaign-Urbana joins the Lisa Dent Show to talk about the increase in population as well as what visitors can explore now that the area is busier. She spotlights activities such as the start of performing arts season at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, […]WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation David Hochberg: Increases in home listings, inflation, and interest rates David Hochberg: Increases in home listings, inflation, and interest rates David Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host of Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio, joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss the 2.1% rise of the four-week average of U.S. home listings, the increase in inflation and interest rates, and much more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3149397 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:50:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)David Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host of Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio, joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss the 2.1% rise of the four-week average of U.S. home listings, the increase in inflation and interest rates, and much more!wgnradio.comDavid Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host of Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio, joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss the 2.1% rise of the four-week average of U.S. home listings, the increase in inflation and interest rates, and much more!WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation Newsroom Sound Check: 09/09/26 Newsroom Sound Check: 09/09/26 Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Nathan Fielder’s documentary of Elizabeth Holmes, several bugs named after Taylor Swift, and Angine de Poitrine will be the featured on The Tonight Show.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3149346 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:02:06 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Nathan Fielder’s documentary of Elizabeth Holmes, several bugs named after Taylor Swift, and Angine de Poitrine will be the featured on The Tonight Show.wgnradio.comLisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including Nathan Fielder’s documentary of Elizabeth Holmes, several bugs named after Taylor Swift, and Angine de Poitrine will be the featured on The Tonight Show.WGN,Radio,720,Chicago,Lisa,Dent,Steve,Bertrand,news,journalist,politics,talk,top,stories,interviews,newsmakers,business,entertainment,NewsNation