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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3138410 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:00:04 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John to talk about rising oil prices, when me might see prices go down, what President Trump is saying about the war in Iran, and the economic impact of the Federal Reserve raising interest rates.  wgnradio.comConnell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John to talk about rising oil prices, when me might see prices go down, what President Trump is saying about the war in Iran, and the economic impact of the Federal Reserve raising interest rates.  WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 9.18.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 9.18.26 Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3138423 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:08:42 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!wgnradio.comEnjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams What’s it worth? | Red Ryder BB gun, Star Trek poster, 1936 penny, and more What’s it worth? | Red Ryder BB gun, Star Trek poster, 1936 penny, and more Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. Listeners ask about their old gold and silver, vintage coins, autographed sports and TV memorabilia, and much more! Visit topcashbuyer.com for more information.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3156325 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:55:56 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Brian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. Listeners ask about their old gold and silver, vintage coins, autographed sports and TV memorabilia, and much more! Visit topcashbuyer.com for more information.wgnradio.comBrian Hoogeveen, The Cash Man from Americash Jewelry & Coin Buyers, joins Jon Hansen to discuss items that could be worth money. Listeners ask about their old gold and silver, vintage coins, autographed sports and TV memorabilia, and much more! Visit topcashbuyer.com for more information.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Dawn Jackson Blatner: How to add more fiber to your diet Dawn Jackson Blatner: How to add more fiber to your diet Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins Jon Hansen to talk about some great fall recipes including French Toast Pumpkin Muffins, how to add more fiber to your diet, and to answer all of your health and nutrition questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3130236 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:53:36 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins Jon Hansen to talk about some great fall recipes including French Toast Pumpkin Muffins, how to add more fiber to your diet, and to answer all of your health and nutrition questions.wgnradio.comAuthor and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins Jon Hansen to talk about some great fall recipes including French Toast Pumpkin Muffins, how to add more fiber to your diet, and to answer all of your health and nutrition questions.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Best of the Midwest: Fun on the farms in Lake Geneva Best of the Midwest: Fun on the farms in Lake Geneva It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some getaway ideas that are only a quick trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, it’s Jon Hansen in the seat and he speaks with the wonderful Stephanie Klett, President and CEO, Visit Lake Geneva! Stephanie talks about how Lake Geneva really caters to the Chicago area, how you can find new things to experience each time you visit, why visiting Royal Oak Farm is a quintessential fall experience, why the massive corn maze at Pearce’s Farm Stand is not to be missed, and the other fun fall events to put on your calendar!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3130259 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:47:16 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some getaway ideas that are only a quick trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, it’s Jon Hansen in the seat and he speaks with the […]wgnradio.comIt’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some getaway ideas that are only a quick trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, it’s Jon Hansen in the seat and he speaks with the […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXXVI, 9.17.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXXVI, 9.17.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3140430 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:45:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams The Mincing Rascals 9.16.26: Medical aid in dying law, mail-in voting, parking meters The Mincing Rascals 9.16.26: Medical aid in dying law, mail-in voting, parking meters The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Steve Bertrand, host of the Steve Bertrand on Books podcast and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. The Rascals begin the podcast this week talking about the controversial new Medical Aid in Dying law in Illinois. Where are the Rascals on this new law? The Rascals also talk about the great WGN Radio host Judy Markey, who died by medically assisted suicide in Switzerland. Next, the Rascals discuss President Trump’s ongoing effort for restrictions on mail-in voting. The new season of ’60 Minutes’ premiered on Sunday after the program was overhauled by Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss. What did the Rascals think of the show? Was it any different than previous episodes? Nationally, is the whole Trump / Kennedy Center fiasco just a distraction? Or attraction? Locally, there could be a new deal for Chicago parking meters. Is the proposed new deal good for the city? And finally, it’s time for red light, yellow light, green light! What are the Rascals recommending (or not recommending) this week?

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3134745 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:27:36 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Steve Bertrand, host of the Steve Bertrand on Books podcast and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. The Rascals begin the podcast this week talking about the controversial new Medical Aid in Dying law in Illinois. Where are […]wgnradio.comThe Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Steve Bertrand, host of the Steve Bertrand on Books podcast and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. The Rascals begin the podcast this week talking about the controversial new Medical Aid in Dying law in Illinois. Where are […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Invasive carp are getting increasingly close to Lake Michigan Invasive carp are getting increasingly close to Lake Michigan Megan Cunningham, Vice President of Programs, Alliance for the Great Lakes, joins John Williams to talk about the project to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes. Megan explains the mission of the Alliance for the Great Lakes, how close invasive carp are to the Great Lakes, and why it’s important to keep this invasive species out of the Great Lakes.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3155876 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:57:42 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Megan Cunningham, Vice President of Programs, Alliance for the Great Lakes, joins John Williams to talk about the project to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes. Megan explains the mission of the Alliance for the Great Lakes, how close invasive carp are to the Great Lakes, and why it’s important to keep this […]wgnradio.comMegan Cunningham, Vice President of Programs, Alliance for the Great Lakes, joins John Williams to talk about the project to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes. Megan explains the mission of the Alliance for the Great Lakes, how close invasive carp are to the Great Lakes, and why it’s important to keep this […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Landscape expert Bob Bertog: When to prune your trees and shrubs Landscape expert Bob Bertog: When to prune your trees and shrubs We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. 

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2881290 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:43:38 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. wgnradio.comWe are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Chicago could have a new parking meter deal Chicago could have a new parking meter deal Mick Dumke, investigative editor at Block Club Chicago, joins John Williams to tell us everything we should know about a possible new parking meter deal in Chicago.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3155822 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:17:04 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Mick Dumke, investigative editor at Block Club Chicago, joins John Williams to tell us everything we should know about a possible new parking meter deal in Chicago.wgnradio.comMick Dumke, investigative editor at Block Club Chicago, joins John Williams to tell us everything we should know about a possible new parking meter deal in Chicago.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXXV, 9.16.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXXV, 9.16.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3140424 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:00:39 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Why did Providence Catholic fire their head football coach? Why did Providence Catholic fire their head football coach? Michael O’Brien, Chicago Sun-Times High School Sports Editor, joins John Williams to talk about a couple of recent controversies surrounding the high school football season including a racial incident at Homewood-Flossmoor and Providence firing a successful head coach.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3154840 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:05:27 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Michael O’Brien, Chicago Sun-Times High School Sports Editor, joins John Williams to talk about a couple of recent controversies surrounding the high school football season including a racial incident at Homewood-Flossmoor and Providence firing a successful head coach.wgnradio.comMichael O’Brien, Chicago Sun-Times High School Sports Editor, joins John Williams to talk about a couple of recent controversies surrounding the high school football season including a racial incident at Homewood-Flossmoor and Providence firing a successful head coach.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: People can start getting new COVID vaccine Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: People can start getting new COVID vaccine Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins John Williams to talk about Prostate Cancer Awareness month, and why you should ignore a new study that shows that drinking hot beverages could increase your cancer risk. Dr. Kopin gives an update on when to get COVID and flu shots.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3128070 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:59:25 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins John Williams to talk about Prostate Cancer Awareness month, and why you should ignore a new study that shows that drinking hot beverages could increase your cancer risk. Dr. Kopin gives an update on when to get COVID and flu shots.wgnradio.comDr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins John Williams to talk about Prostate Cancer Awareness month, and why you should ignore a new study that shows that drinking hot beverages could increase your cancer risk. Dr. Kopin gives an update on when to get COVID and flu shots.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Eric Zorn: Everyone should have a right to die on own terms Eric Zorn: Everyone should have a right to die on own terms Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about President Trump endorsing Darren Bailey, the upcoming election for the Chicago school board, and his thoughts on WGN Radio legend Judy Markey choosing to die by medically assisted suicide.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3141730 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:56:15 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about President Trump endorsing Darren Bailey, the upcoming election for the Chicago school board, and his thoughts on WGN Radio legend Judy Markey choosing to die by medically assisted suicide.wgnradio.comEric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about President Trump endorsing Darren Bailey, the upcoming election for the Chicago school board, and his thoughts on WGN Radio legend Judy Markey choosing to die by medically assisted suicide.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXXIV, 9.15.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXXIV, 9.15.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3140422 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:09:23 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Steve Konroyd to be the new full-time Blackhawks radio analyst Steve Konroyd to be the new full-time Blackhawks radio analyst Steve Konroyd joins John Williams and Kevin Powell to talk about joining John Wiedeman in the WGN Radio broadcast booth as the new full time color analyst. Steve tells John and Kevin about the big shoes he has to fill, the wonderful job done by studio host Roumeliotis, what it’s like working with John Wiedeman, the challenge of finding the perfect chemistry with your broadcast partner, and what he is excited to see on the ice this season.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3153747 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:35:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Steve Konroyd joins John Williams and Kevin Powell to talk about joining John Wiedeman in the WGN Radio broadcast booth as the new full time color analyst. Steve tells John and Kevin about the big shoes he has to fill, the wonderful job done by studio host Roumeliotis, what it’s like working with John Wiedeman, […]wgnradio.comSteve Konroyd joins John Williams and Kevin Powell to talk about joining John Wiedeman in the WGN Radio broadcast booth as the new full time color analyst. Steve tells John and Kevin about the big shoes he has to fill, the wonderful job done by studio host Roumeliotis, what it’s like working with John Wiedeman, […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Lou Manfredini: Tips for fall seeding Lou Manfredini: Tips for fall seeding The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. With temperatures starting to cool down, Lou offers some tips for fall seeding. And as always, Lou answers all of your home improvement questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3133655 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:03:53 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. With temperatures starting to cool down, Lou offers some tips for fall seeding. And as always, Lou answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.wgnradio.comThe great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. With temperatures starting to cool down, Lou offers some tips for fall seeding. And as always, Lou answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXXIII, 9.14.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXXIII, 9.14.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3140420 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:54:27 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Kathy O’Malley remembers the life and legacy of Judy Markey Kathy O’Malley remembers the life and legacy of Judy Markey WGN Radio legend Kathy O’Malley and longtime WGN producer Beth Swierk join John Williams to talk about the life of Judy Markey, who passed away this morning at 82. Kathy tells John about how Judy chose to die, and Beth and Kathy reflect on the legacy of ‘The Kathy & Judy Show.’

John Williams, Mary Van De Velde, and WGN listeners share their thoughts on losing one of the girlfriends.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3151390 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:20:05 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)WGN Radio legend Kathy O’Malley and longtime WGN producer Beth Swierk join John Williams to talk about the life of Judy Markey, who passed away this morning at 82. Kathy tells John about how Judy chose to die, and Beth and Kathy reflect on the legacy of ‘The Kathy & Judy Show.’ John Williams, Mary […]wgnradio.comWGN Radio legend Kathy O’Malley and longtime WGN producer Beth Swierk join John Williams to talk about the life of Judy Markey, who passed away this morning at 82. Kathy tells John about how Judy chose to die, and Beth and Kathy reflect on the legacy of ‘The Kathy & Judy Show.’ John Williams, Mary […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Connell McShane recalls covering 9/11 as a young reporter in New York Connell McShane recalls covering 9/11 as a young reporter in New York Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John Williams to reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and to share his thoughts on covering the attack as a young reporter in New York.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3138408 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:05:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John Williams to reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and to share his thoughts on covering the attack as a young reporter in New York.wgnradio.comConnell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John Williams to reflect on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and to share his thoughts on covering the attack as a young reporter in New York.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Journalist Tom Junod on writing ‘The Falling Man’ Journalist Tom Junod on writing ‘The Falling Man’ Journalist Tom Junod joins John Williams to talk about the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and his piece on ‘The Falling Man‘ in Esquire from September 2003.

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A person falls head first from the north tower of New York’s World Trade Center, Sept. 11, 2001. (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File)

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3150535 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:50:14 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Journalist Tom Junod joins John Williams to talk about the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and his piece on ‘The Falling Man‘ in Esquire from September 2003.wgnradio.comJournalist Tom Junod joins John Williams to talk about the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and his piece on ‘The Falling Man‘ in Esquire from September 2003.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Ever Ready Teddy: John Williams & Theodore Roosevelt Ever Ready Teddy: John Williams & Theodore Roosevelt It’s the annual tradition our listeners wait for all year, and it is always a hot ticket! John Williams sits down with acclaimed humanities scholar Clay Jenkinson for a full-character portrayal of President Theodore Roosevelt. Dressed in authentic attire, Jenkinson never breaks character, making it feel like a genuine, front-row conversation with our 26th president.

When: Saturday, October 31st at 10:00 AM

Where: Tivoli Theatre (Downers Grove)

Ticket Prices: $47 plus a $5 event fee

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3151594 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:30:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)It’s the annual tradition our listeners wait for all year, and it is always a hot ticket! John Williams sits down with acclaimed humanities scholar Clay Jenkinson for a full-character portrayal of President Theodore Roosevelt. Dressed in authentic attire, Jenkinson never breaks character, making it feel like a genuine, front-row conversation with our 26th president. […]wgnradio.comIt’s the annual tradition our listeners wait for all year, and it is always a hot ticket! John Williams sits down with acclaimed humanities scholar Clay Jenkinson for a full-character portrayal of President Theodore Roosevelt. Dressed in authentic attire, Jenkinson never breaks character, making it feel like a genuine, front-row conversation with our 26th president. […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 9.11.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 9.11.26 Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3138421 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:06:16 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!wgnradio.comEnjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Check out the innovative new products from ECHO Check out the innovative new products from ECHO Harold Redman, CEO, ECHO, tells John about the the innovative new products they recently introduced at their Power-On-Athon event. Harold also talks about how business has been going, some of the other great products they sell, where you can find their products, why they are proud of being a Chicago-area business and the work they do providing support for the community.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3149390 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:58:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Harold Redman, CEO, ECHO, tells John about the the innovative new products they recently introduced at their Power-On-Athon event. Harold also talks about how business has been going, some of the other great products they sell, where you can find their products, why they are proud of being a Chicago-area business and the work they do […]wgnradio.comHarold Redman, CEO, ECHO, tells John about the the innovative new products they recently introduced at their Power-On-Athon event. Harold also talks about how business has been going, some of the other great products they sell, where you can find their products, why they are proud of being a Chicago-area business and the work they do […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Dawn Jackson Blatner: Healthy and delicious gameday snacks Dawn Jackson Blatner: Healthy and delicious gameday snacks Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about when kids should be aware of good nutrition and exercise, three great snacks for watching football this season, and why a well-stocked freezer is important when trying to eat healthy. What are Dawn’s freezer staples?

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3130240 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:45:39 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about when kids should be aware of good nutrition and exercise, three great snacks for watching football this season, and why a well-stocked freezer is important when trying to eat healthy. What are Dawn’s freezer staples?wgnradio.comAuthor and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about when kids should be aware of good nutrition and exercise, three great snacks for watching football this season, and why a well-stocked freezer is important when trying to eat healthy. What are Dawn’s freezer staples?WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Best of the Midwest: Fall fishing in Hayward Lakes Best of the Midwest: Fall fishing in Hayward Lakes It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some quick getaway ideas that are only a short trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we head toward the beautiful fall colors in Wisconsin and visit with Mindy Simons, Executive Director, Hayward Lakes Visitors and Convention Bureau! Mindy tells us where Hayward Lakes is located in Wisconsin, the great recreational opportunities in Hayward Lakes, what makes Hayward Lakes unique for fall fishing, the types of fish you can expect to catch, the best way to see all the fall colors, where you can stay when you visit, the festivals that are coming up, and why it’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy fall. Cozy Cabin vibes all the way!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3105014 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:42:15 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some quick getaway ideas that are only a short trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we head toward the beautiful fall colors in Wisconsin and […]wgnradio.comIt’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some quick getaway ideas that are only a short trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we head toward the beautiful fall colors in Wisconsin and […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXXII, 9.10.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXXII, 9.10.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3140416 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:08:54 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams The Mincing Rascals 9.9.26: 9/11 anniversary, Lindsay Clancy, New Sox stadium The Mincing Rascals 9.9.26: 9/11 anniversary, Lindsay Clancy, New Sox stadium The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Steve Bertrand, host of the Steve Bertrand on Books podcast and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel, and award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. The Rascals begin the podcast talking about Michigan’s controversial win over Western Michigan over the weekend. As a Michigan alum, Eric feels bad for Western Michigan, but doesn’t think this game will matter much by the end of the year. Next, the Rascals share their recollections of 9/11 and the days after the attack. Are the Rascals surprised that there hasn’t been another similar attack on our homeland? Speaking of 9/11, the Rascals discuss recent comments made by President Trump about what he was doing on 9/11. The Rascals also break down how the media has been covering Trump and his weekend full of Truth Social posts. The Rascals wonder how the GOP can defend someone so unserious. Last week, a mistrial was declared in the Lindsay Clancy case. How would the Rascals have voted if they were on the jury? Marj wrote an op-ed in the Tribune about how badly our healthcare system is broken. Locally, the future owner of the Chicago White Sox unveiled plans for a new South Loop stadium that includes the redevelopment of Amtrak facilities. What do the Rascals think of this new plan that has residents in Bridgeport very concerned. Finally, it’s time for red light, yellow light, green light. What are the Rascals recommending (or not recommending) this week?

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3134740 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:43:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Steve Bertrand, host of the Steve Bertrand on Books podcast and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel, and award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. The Rascals begin the podcast talking about Michigan’s controversial win over Western Michigan over the weekend. As a Michigan alum, Eric feels bad […]wgnradio.comThe Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Steve Bertrand, host of the Steve Bertrand on Books podcast and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel, and award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. The Rascals begin the podcast talking about Michigan’s controversial win over Western Michigan over the weekend. As a Michigan alum, Eric feels bad […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Dr. Selwyn Rogers: Gun violence is not a problem that can be solved by punishment Dr. Selwyn Rogers: Gun violence is not a problem that can be solved by punishment Dr. Selwyn Rogers joins John Williams to discuss his book, ‘Healing the Gun Violence Epidemic:
Ending Violence, Rebuilding Communities, and a Trauma Surgeon’s Vision for Restoring Hope.’ Dr. Rogers tells John about the work he does at the hospital, what the scene is like when trauma patients come in, what’s going on with gun violence on the streets of Chicago, the effort to combat violence, if he’s ever angry when he’s doing his work, how he connects with the victims of violence that he treats, and why he believes gun violence is not a problem that can be solved by punishment.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3148767 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:39:05 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Selwyn Rogers joins John Williams to discuss his book, ‘Healing the Gun Violence Epidemic:Ending Violence, Rebuilding Communities, and a Trauma Surgeon’s Vision for Restoring Hope.’ Dr. Rogers tells John about the work he does at the hospital, what the scene is like when trauma patients come in, what’s going on with gun violence on […]wgnradio.comDr. Selwyn Rogers joins John Williams to discuss his book, ‘Healing the Gun Violence Epidemic:Ending Violence, Rebuilding Communities, and a Trauma Surgeon’s Vision for Restoring Hope.’ Dr. Rogers tells John about the work he does at the hospital, what the scene is like when trauma patients come in, what’s going on with gun violence on […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams How ‘streamflation’ is impacting your TV viewing How ‘streamflation’ is impacting your TV viewing Longtime Chicago radio veteran Harvey Wells, founder, Lower Tech Bills, talks to John about how he helps customers lower their internet, cell phone, and television costs. As the NFL football season gets underway, Harvey tells you what you need to know to watch football this season. To request a free tech check you can contact Harvey at hmwellsradio@gmail.com or call 312-307-1700.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3148949 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:22:22 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Longtime Chicago radio veteran Harvey Wells, founder, Lower Tech Bills, talks to John about how he helps customers lower their internet, cell phone, and television costs. As the NFL football season gets underway, Harvey tells you what you need to know to watch football this season. To request a free tech check you can contact Harvey at […]wgnradio.comLongtime Chicago radio veteran Harvey Wells, founder, Lower Tech Bills, talks to John about how he helps customers lower their internet, cell phone, and television costs. As the NFL football season gets underway, Harvey tells you what you need to know to watch football this season. To request a free tech check you can contact Harvey at […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Time to think about lawn restoration Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Time to think about lawn restoration We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says that now is a good time to core aerate, as well as divide and plant.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2881288 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:21:26 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says that now is a good time to core aerate, as well as divide and plant.wgnradio.comWe are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says that now is a good time to core aerate, as well as divide and plant.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams reflects on the loss of his mom John Williams reflects on the loss of his mom John Williams reflects on the loss of his mom, who passed away over the weekend.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3147885 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:50:58 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Cynthia Paidipati, Board of Director for the IL Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the upcoming Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk. Dr. Paidipati tells Wendy how suicide impacts everyone, the importance of sharing stories and opening dialogue about mental health, […]wgnradio.comDr. Cynthia Paidipati, Board of Director for the IL Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the upcoming Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk. Dr. Paidipati tells Wendy how suicide impacts everyone, the importance of sharing stories and opening dialogue about mental health, […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams The International Manufacturing Technology Show comes to Chicago, September 14-19 The International Manufacturing Technology Show comes to Chicago, September 14-19 On the Noon Business Lunch, John Williams was joined by Michelle Edmonson, Vice President of Exhibitions for AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology and leads for the IMTS – International Manufacturing Technology Show brand, to talk about how many people and exhibitors the show brings to Chicago, the types of manufacturing they showcase, what will we see when we stroll through McCormick Place, why industrial AI is creating the most buzz, and what you should know if you want to attend the show.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3147666 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:41:44 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)On the Noon Business Lunch, John Williams was joined by Michelle Edmonson, Vice President of Exhibitions for AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology and leads for the IMTS – International Manufacturing Technology Show brand, to talk about how many people and exhibitors the show brings to Chicago, the types of manufacturing they showcase, what will we […]wgnradio.comOn the Noon Business Lunch, John Williams was joined by Michelle Edmonson, Vice President of Exhibitions for AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology and leads for the IMTS – International Manufacturing Technology Show brand, to talk about how many people and exhibitors the show brings to Chicago, the types of manufacturing they showcase, what will we […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Eric Zorn: Catholic Church trying to take away agency from people who are dying Eric Zorn: Catholic Church trying to take away agency from people who are dying Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins Jon Hansen to talk about Michigan’s controversial win over Western Michigan on Friday night, the poll of Picayune Sentinel readers about Flock cameras, and his thoughts on the Medical Aid in Dying bill that will become law on Saturday.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3141732 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:32:22 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins Jon Hansen to talk about Michigan’s controversial win over Western Michigan on Friday night, the poll of Picayune Sentinel readers about Flock cameras, and his thoughts on the Medical Aid in Dying bill that will become law on Saturday.wgnradio.comEric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins Jon Hansen to talk about Michigan’s controversial win over Western Michigan on Friday night, the poll of Picayune Sentinel readers about Flock cameras, and his thoughts on the Medical Aid in Dying bill that will become law on Saturday.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: When should you get your flu shot? Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: When should you get your flu shot? Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder about the importance of getting the flu vaccine, when you should think about getting COVID and flu shots, how vaccine hesitancy is causing a rise in measles cases, and a new study that shows a pancreatic cancer drug may hold promise for lung cancer as well.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2881338 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:14:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder about the importance of getting the flu vaccine, when you should think about getting COVID and flu shots, how vaccine hesitancy is causing a rise in measles cases, and a new study that shows a pancreatic cancer drug may […]wgnradio.comDr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder about the importance of getting the flu vaccine, when you should think about getting COVID and flu shots, how vaccine hesitancy is causing a rise in measles cases, and a new study that shows a pancreatic cancer drug may […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXX, 9.8.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXX, 9.8.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3140412 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:45:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Lawsuit filed to block Medical Aid in Dying law Lawsuit filed to block Medical Aid in Dying law John Williams talks about the controversial ‘Medical Aid in Dying’ bill that will become law late next week. We hear from caller Anna who has a personal story to tell about the law. Later, Benjamin Fleshman, Counsel, The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, joins to talk about the lawsuit to block the End-of-Life Options for Terminally Ill Patients Act.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3145436 Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:44:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams talks about the controversial ‘Medical Aid in Dying’ bill that will become law late next week. We hear from caller Anna who has a personal story to tell about the law. Later, Benjamin Fleshman, Counsel, The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, joins to talk about the lawsuit to block the End-of-Life Options for […]wgnradio.comJohn Williams talks about the controversial ‘Medical Aid in Dying’ bill that will become law late next week. We hear from caller Anna who has a personal story to tell about the law. Later, Benjamin Fleshman, Counsel, The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, joins to talk about the lawsuit to block the End-of-Life Options for […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Connell McShane: Judge declares mistrial in Lindsay Clancy case Connell McShane: Judge declares mistrial in Lindsay Clancy case Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John Williams to give us the latest update on the Lindsay Clancy trial.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3138406 Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:26:47 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John Williams to give us the latest update on the Lindsay Clancy trial.wgnradio.comConnell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John Williams to give us the latest update on the Lindsay Clancy trial.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 9.4.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 9.4.26 Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3138416 Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:13:12 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!wgnradio.comEnjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Dave Eanet previews the 2026 Northwestern football season Dave Eanet previews the 2026 Northwestern football season Mr. Cat, Dave Eanet, joins John Williams and Andy Masur to preview the upcoming Northwestern football season! Go Cats!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3144281 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:41:17 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Mr. Cat, Dave Eanet, joins John Williams and Andy Masur to preview the upcoming Northwestern football season! Go Cats!wgnradio.comMr. Cat, Dave Eanet, joins John Williams and Andy Masur to preview the upcoming Northwestern football season! Go Cats!WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Dawn Jackson Blatner: Understanding your Metabolic 5 Dawn Jackson Blatner: Understanding your Metabolic 5 Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the importance of magnesium rich foods, why you should get your blood work done (and understanding the numbers!), a famous toast recipe, and to answer all of your health and nutrition questions.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3061563 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:37:26 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the importance of magnesium rich foods, why you should get your blood work done (and understanding the numbers!), a famous toast recipe, and to answer all of your health and nutrition questions.wgnradio.comAuthor and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the importance of magnesium rich foods, why you should get your blood work done (and understanding the numbers!), a famous toast recipe, and to answer all of your health and nutrition questions.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Best of the Midwest: Fall family fun in Janesville Best of the Midwest: Fall family fun in Janesville It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some getaway ideas that are only a quick trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we take a short drive up to Wisconsin and chat with Christine Rebout, Executive Director, Janesville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau! Christine tells us how easy it is to get to Janesville from the Chicago area, some of the best places to visit in the fall including Hawk’s Orchard and the Rotary Botanical Gardens, the variety of spots to eat and drink when you visit, the nice selection of lodging in Janesville, and the great fall activities and events taking place this year. Visit the contest page at WGN Radio for your chance to win a weekend of fun in Janesville!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3140408 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:05:41 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams The Mincing Rascals 9.2.26: Flock cameras, Chicago crime, Lake Ontario, Mayor Johnson’s future The Mincing Rascals 9.2.26: Flock cameras, Chicago crime, Lake Ontario, Mayor Johnson’s future The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. The Rascals begin the podcast by congratulating Rascal Brandon Pope on his new gig at FOX32! Congrats, BP! Now, to the news. The controversy surrounding Flock cameras continues to make headlines. What are the Rascals thoughts on the technology? Next, the Rascals dig into Chicago crime statistics. President Trump and some candidates for Chicago mayor are saying the city isn’t doing enough to tackle crime. What do the Rascals think? President Trump continues his quest to rename things. Last week, it was Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America,’ and today it was Strait of Hormuz to ‘Trump Strait.’ What’s going on here? And what about Trump’s efforts to squash mail-in voting? Is this something we should be concerned about heading towards the midterm elections? Austin is being sued for defamation by the CTU and will update us soon on what’s going on. Austin also tells us about a new poll of city workers that shows Mayor Johnson losing support from rank and file teachers, and what we should know about the upcoming Chicago school board election. And speaking of Mayor Johnson, do the Rascals expect him to announce a reelection campaign on September 13th? On a lighter note, Cate explains why she has had enough of Chicago’s recent Malört obsession! And finally, it’s time for red light, yellow light, green light. What are the Rascals recommending or not recommending this week?

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3134737 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:22:10 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. The Rascals begin the podcast by congratulating Rascal Brandon Pope on his new gig at FOX32! […]wgnradio.comThe Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. The Rascals begin the podcast by congratulating Rascal Brandon Pope on his new gig at FOX32! […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Keep an eye open for lawn fungus during heat wave Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Keep an eye open for lawn fungus during heat wave We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says lawns are doing great with recent rains, but make sure to keep an eye out for fungus with all the heat and humidity.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3130177 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:54:16 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says lawns are doing great with recent rains, but make sure to keep an eye out for […]wgnradio.comWe are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says lawns are doing great with recent rains, but make sure to keep an eye out for […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams David Hochberg: Real estate taxes are crushing the economy David Hochberg: Real estate taxes are crushing the economy Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins John Williams to explain what’s going on with Treasury yields, how the war in Iran has been impacting the economy, today’s ADP data, what is expected from Friday’s August labor report, and the risks and rewards of paying off your home with a HELOC.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2881367 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:39:21 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins John Williams to explain what’s going on with Treasury yields, how the war in Iran has been impacting the economy, today’s ADP data, what is expected from Friday’s August labor report, and the risks and rewards of paying off your home with a HELOC. David hosts “Home […]wgnradio.comMortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins John Williams to explain what’s going on with Treasury yields, how the war in Iran has been impacting the economy, today’s ADP data, what is expected from Friday’s August labor report, and the risks and rewards of paying off your home with a HELOC. David hosts “Home […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams River Forest not happy with O’Hare Flyer plans River Forest not happy with O’Hare Flyer plans Cathy Adduci, Village President, River Forest, joins John Williams to talk about why some residents of River Forest are not on board with the plan for the O’Hare Flyer, a high speed train that will get you from downtown to O’Hare Airport in 15 minutes.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3142759 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:36:11 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Cathy Adduci, Village President, River Forest, joins John Williams to talk about why some residents of River Forest are not on board with the plan for the O’Hare Flyer, a high speed train that will get you from downtown to O’Hare Airport in 15 minutes.wgnradio.comCathy Adduci, Village President, River Forest, joins John Williams to talk about why some residents of River Forest are not on board with the plan for the O’Hare Flyer, a high speed train that will get you from downtown to O’Hare Airport in 15 minutes.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Tom Fortino: The market has been very resilient Tom Fortino: The market has been very resilient Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins John to talk about the impact of the war in Iran on the economy, why the market has been resilient despite the uncertainty, why he thinks the market is poised for growth, what he expects from the Fed policy decision in September, if the midterm elections will have any impact on the stock market, and the projections for this Friday’s August labor report.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3142910 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:23:16 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins John to talk about the impact of the war in Iran on the economy, why the market has been resilient despite the uncertainty, why he thinks the market is poised for growth, what he expects from the Fed […]wgnradio.comTom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins John to talk about the impact of the war in Iran on the economy, why the market has been resilient despite the uncertainty, why he thinks the market is poised for growth, what he expects from the Fed […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXVIII, 9.2.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXVIII, 9.2.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3140402 Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:14:49 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Eric Zorn: Mayor Johnson has a pretty solid base of supporters Eric Zorn: Mayor Johnson has a pretty solid base of supporters Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about the controversy surrounding Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed saying in an interview that he wants Michigan to ‘beat Ohio.’ El-Sayed is also under scrutiny for some old tweets referencing 9/11. Eric also talks about the upcoming Chicago mayoral election, and why he’s skeptical of the plans for the O’Hare Flyer.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3060256 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:59:47 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about the controversy surrounding Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed saying in an interview that he wants Michigan to ‘beat Ohio.’ El-Sayed is also under scrutiny for some old tweets referencing 9/11. Eric also talks about the upcoming Chicago mayoral election, and why he’s skeptical […]wgnradio.comEric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about the controversy surrounding Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed saying in an interview that he wants Michigan to ‘beat Ohio.’ El-Sayed is also under scrutiny for some old tweets referencing 9/11. Eric also talks about the upcoming Chicago mayoral election, and why he’s skeptical […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: What will the flu season be like this year? Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: What will the flu season be like this year? Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins John Williams to talk about studies that are being done to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, the FDA approving a drug treatment for pancreatic cancer, and what we know about this year’s flu season.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2881340 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:33:07 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins John Williams to talk about studies that are being done to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, the FDA approving a drug treatment for pancreatic cancer, and what we know about this year’s flu season.wgnradio.comDr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins John Williams to talk about studies that are being done to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, the FDA approving a drug treatment for pancreatic cancer, and what we know about this year’s flu season.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXVII, 9.1.26: The Best Jokes of August! John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXVII, 9.1.26: The Best Jokes of August! Marge Sipla, Speed Jokes spirit animal, cataloger, and member of the Speed Jokes Committee, joins John Williams and the gang to give us her favorite Speed Jokes of August 2026! What was your favorite joke this month? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3140400 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:24:11 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Marge Sipla, Speed Jokes spirit animal, cataloger, and member of the Speed Jokes Committee, joins John Williams and the gang to give us her favorite Speed Jokes of August 2026! What was your favorite joke this month? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.comwgnradio.comMarge Sipla, Speed Jokes spirit animal, cataloger, and member of the Speed Jokes Committee, joins John Williams and the gang to give us her favorite Speed Jokes of August 2026! What was your favorite joke this month? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.comWGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Lou Manfredini: How often should you have your chimney inspected? Lou Manfredini: How often should you have your chimney inspected? The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. With all the rain this week, Lou says to take a quick walk around the home and look for problem areas to address so water doesn’t get into your house.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3133653 Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:49:33 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. With all the rain this week, Lou says to take a quick walk around the home and look for problem areas to address so water doesn’t get into your house. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each […]wgnradio.comThe great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. With all the rain this week, Lou says to take a quick walk around the home and look for problem areas to address so water doesn’t get into your house. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXVI, 8.31.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXVI, 8.31.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3128199 Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:06:04 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Craig Bolanos: The U.S. economy is not doing too bad Craig Bolanos: The U.S. economy is not doing too bad Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen to talk about Fed Chair Kevin Warsh sticking to his guns on getting inflation down to 2%, why the market is reacting negatively to Warsh’s comments, what the Fed will likely do with interest rates in September, the concern over the national debt, the markets and corporate earnings continuing to be strong overall, and what his clients are most concerned about right now.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3132005 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:10:22 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen to talk about Fed Chair Kevin Warsh sticking to his guns on getting inflation down to 2%, why the market is reacting negatively to Warsh’s comments, what the Fed will likely do with interest rates in September, the concern over the national debt, the […]wgnradio.comCraig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen to talk about Fed Chair Kevin Warsh sticking to his guns on getting inflation down to 2%, why the market is reacting negatively to Warsh’s comments, what the Fed will likely do with interest rates in September, the concern over the national debt, the […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Connell McShane: Trump’s obsession with Canada could hurt GOP in midterms Connell McShane: Trump’s obsession with Canada could hurt GOP in midterms Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about President Trump renaming Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America.’ Connell thinks the whole renaming of things is silly and a distraction to what is really important to people. Will Trump’s trade war with Canada hurt the GOP in the midterms?

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3138047 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:04:05 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about President Trump renaming Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America.’ Connell thinks the whole renaming of things is silly and a distraction to what is really important to people. Will Trump’s trade war with Canada hurt the GOP […]wgnradio.comConnell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about President Trump renaming Lake Ontario to ‘Lake America.’ Connell thinks the whole renaming of things is silly and a distraction to what is really important to people. Will Trump’s trade war with Canada hurt the GOP […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 8.28.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 8.28.26 Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3116034 Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:45:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!wgnradio.comEnjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Your Hometown: There is something for everyone at the Bensenville Park District Your Hometown: There is something for everyone at the Bensenville Park District Joseph Vallez, Executive Director of the Bensenville Park District, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about their 4-H program at Fischer Farm, how the park district offers many different experiences even if you aren’t into sports, the beautiful White Pines Golf Course, the whole gamut of events at White Pines that aren’t golf related, and the new parks that have opened in the last couple of years.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3136262 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 20:03:53 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Joseph Vallez, Executive Director of the Bensenville Park District, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about their 4-H program at Fischer Farm, how the park district offers many different experiences even if you aren’t into sports, the beautiful White Pines Golf Course, the whole gamut of events at White Pines that […]wgnradio.comJoseph Vallez, Executive Director of the Bensenville Park District, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about their 4-H program at Fischer Farm, how the park district offers many different experiences even if you aren’t into sports, the beautiful White Pines Golf Course, the whole gamut of events at White Pines that […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Your Hometown: Bensenville brings the community together Your Hometown: Bensenville brings the community together Bensenville Mayor Frank DeSimone joins Jon Hansen (filling in for John Williams) to talk about the importance of community in Bensenville, some of the great events taking place in Bensenville over the next couple of months (including their incredible Halloween celebrations), how they take care of first responders, the revival of Bensenville’s downtown, how they have embraced being so close to O’Hare Airport, and why he wants to make sure every resident feels taken care of.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3136259 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:59:51 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Bensenville Mayor Frank DeSimone joins Jon Hansen (filling in for John Williams) to talk about the importance of community in Bensenville, some of the great events taking place in Bensenville over the next couple of months (including their incredible Halloween celebrations), how they take care of first responders, the revival of Bensenville’s downtown, how they […]wgnradio.comBensenville Mayor Frank DeSimone joins Jon Hansen (filling in for John Williams) to talk about the importance of community in Bensenville, some of the great events taking place in Bensenville over the next couple of months (including their incredible Halloween celebrations), how they take care of first responders, the revival of Bensenville’s downtown, how they […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Best of the Midwest: Vibrant sunsets in Ludington Best of the Midwest: Vibrant sunsets in Ludington It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some quick getaway ideas that are only a quick trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams (today, Jon Hansen) has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we escape to beautiful Michigan and visit with Brandy Miller, Executive Director, Pure Ludington! Brandy tells Jon about how Ludington is a beach town on Lake Michigan, why the sweet spot between summer and fall is the perfect time for a visit, the incredible opportunities for hiking, biking, and fishing, the countless lodging options that are close to downtown or near Hamlin Lake, the expansion of the wineries in the area, and why it’s the perfect location for an easy long-weekend getaway.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3130269 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:47:40 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some quick getaway ideas that are only a quick trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams (today, Jon Hansen) has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we escape to beautiful Michigan and visit […]wgnradio.comIt’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some quick getaway ideas that are only a quick trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams (today, Jon Hansen) has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we escape to beautiful Michigan and visit […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Dawn Jackson Blatner: Don’t demonize lettuce Dawn Jackson Blatner: Don’t demonize lettuce Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about a recent Washington Post opinion piece saying that we should not lettuce any longer. What does Dawn think? Dawn also answers all of your food and nutrition questions!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3130242 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:45:45 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about a recent Washington Post opinion piece saying that we should not lettuce any longer. What does Dawn think? Dawn also answers all of your food and nutrition questions!wgnradio.comAuthor and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about a recent Washington Post opinion piece saying that we should not lettuce any longer. What does Dawn think? Dawn also answers all of your food and nutrition questions!WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXVI, 8.27.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXVI, 8.27.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3128197 Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:45:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams The Mincing Rascals 8.26.26: Mail-in voting, trade war, O’Hare Flyer, RIP Dolly The Mincing Rascals 8.26.26: Mail-in voting, trade war, O’Hare Flyer, RIP Dolly The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Steve Bertrand, host of the Steve Bertrand on Books podcast and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel, and multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope’s Screening Room (stay tuned for some BIG news from Brandon). This week, the Rascals begin the podcast honoring the life and legacy of the great Dolly Parton, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 80. RIP. The Supreme Court backed President Trump’s executive order that would restrict mail-in voting. What does this mean for the upcoming midterm elections? Next, the Rascals discuss Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. What do the Rascals think of the U.S.-Canada trade war? Locally, a private group unveiled a plan to bring an express train that would bring travelers from downtown to O’Hare Airport in 15 minutes. Are the Rascals on board? Also, what’s going on with Enes Kanter Freedom and the WNBA? Why are we even talking about this? Power has finally been restored to most residents in Indiana. How has this been going on for so long? And finally, it’s time for red light, yellow light, green light! What are the Rascals recommending this week?

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3110846 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:05:39 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Steve Bertrand, host of the Steve Bertrand on Books podcast and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel, and multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope’s Screening Room (stay tuned for some BIG news from Brandon). This week, the Rascals begin the podcast honoring the life and legacy […]wgnradio.comThe Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Steve Bertrand, host of the Steve Bertrand on Books podcast and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel, and multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope’s Screening Room (stay tuned for some BIG news from Brandon). This week, the Rascals begin the podcast honoring the life and legacy […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Cooler weather reducing plant stress Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Cooler weather reducing plant stress We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says that even though we are seeing cooler temperatures now, the forecast still calls for 90’s, so make sure to keep watering those lawns, trees, and shrubs.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3130179 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:32:10 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says that even though we are seeing cooler temperatures now, the forecast still calls for 90’s, so […]wgnradio.comWe are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says that even though we are seeing cooler temperatures now, the forecast still calls for 90’s, so […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Elder law attorney Kerry Peck: What to know about ‘Medical Aid in Dying’ law Elder law attorney Kerry Peck: What to know about ‘Medical Aid in Dying’ law Elder law attorney Kerry Peck joins John Williams to answer all your questions about elder law, trusts, wills, and elder abuse. Kerry talks about why he supports the ‘Medical Aid in Dying’ bill that will become law in September.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2797941 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:23:12 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Elder law attorney Kerry Peck joins John Williams to answer all your questions about elder law, trusts, wills, and elder abuse. Kerry talks about why he supports the ‘Medical Aid in Dying’ bill that will become law in September.wgnradio.comElder law attorney Kerry Peck joins John Williams to answer all your questions about elder law, trusts, wills, and elder abuse. Kerry talks about why he supports the ‘Medical Aid in Dying’ bill that will become law in September.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams The Adler Planetarium’s Michelle Nichols: Nancy Grace Roman Telescope will be revolutionary The Adler Planetarium’s Michelle Nichols: Nancy Grace Roman Telescope will be revolutionary Michelle Nichols, Director of Public Observing, The Adler Planetarium, joins John Williams to talk about the next great telescope to go up into space and why you should care about it! Oh, and don’t forget about the partial lunar eclipse on Thursday! Michelle also gives us her review of ‘The Odyssey.’

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3134726 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:12:44 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Michelle Nichols, Director of Public Observing, The Adler Planetarium, joins John Williams to talk about the next great telescope to go up into space and why you should care about it! Oh, and don’t forget about the partial lunar eclipse on Thursday! Michelle also gives us her review of ‘The Odyssey.’wgnradio.comMichelle Nichols, Director of Public Observing, The Adler Planetarium, joins John Williams to talk about the next great telescope to go up into space and why you should care about it! Oh, and don’t forget about the partial lunar eclipse on Thursday! Michelle also gives us her review of ‘The Odyssey.’WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXV, 8.26.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXV, 8.26.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3128195 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 17:00:57 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Dr. Victoria Weston: What vaccines should we get this fall? Dr. Victoria Weston: What vaccines should we get this fall? Dr. Victoria Weston, MD, Associate Chief Medical Officer, Northwestern Medicine Immediate Care, joins John Williams to talk about Moderna and Merck saying an experimental vaccine prevented the return and spread of cancer in high-risk melanoma patients, a new weight loss drug that may burn fat without muscle loss, and what we should know about flu and COVID shots this fall.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3134614 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:08:18 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Dr. Victoria Weston, MD, Associate Chief Medical Officer, Northwestern Medicine Immediate Care, joins John Williams to talk about Moderna and Merck saying an experimental vaccine prevented the return and spread of cancer in high-risk melanoma patients, a new weight loss drug that may burn fat without muscle loss, and what we should know about flu […]wgnradio.comDr. Victoria Weston, MD, Associate Chief Medical Officer, Northwestern Medicine Immediate Care, joins John Williams to talk about Moderna and Merck saying an experimental vaccine prevented the return and spread of cancer in high-risk melanoma patients, a new weight loss drug that may burn fat without muscle loss, and what we should know about flu […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Eric Zorn: Republicans want to push trans athlete issue into public conversation Eric Zorn: Republicans want to push trans athlete issue into public conversation Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Enes Kanter Freedom claiming to be a woman and declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft, the difficulty opening the pouches in cereal boxes, and Republican gubernatorial nominee Darren Bailey invoking Fred Flintstone when asked if humans and dinosaurs co-existed.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3116055 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:58:19 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Enes Kanter Freedom claiming to be a woman and declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft, the difficulty opening the pouches in cereal boxes, and Republican gubernatorial nominee Darren Bailey invoking Fred Flintstone when asked if humans and dinosaurs co-existed.wgnradio.comEric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about Enes Kanter Freedom claiming to be a woman and declaring for the 2027 WNBA Draft, the difficulty opening the pouches in cereal boxes, and Republican gubernatorial nominee Darren Bailey invoking Fred Flintstone when asked if humans and dinosaurs co-existed.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXIV, 8.25.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXIV, 8.25.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3128193 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:09:58 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Lou Manfredini: Time for a pre-fall HVAC tune-up Lou Manfredini: Time for a pre-fall HVAC tune-up The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou suggests that now is the time for the pre-fall HVAC tune-up and to get your chimney cleaned. Lou also shares his thoughts on mandatory service for young adults and when you should take Social Security.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3109558 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:14:13 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou suggests that now is the time for the pre-fall HVAC tune-up and to get your chimney cleaned. Lou also shares his thoughts on mandatory service for young adults and when you should take Social […]wgnradio.comThe great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou suggests that now is the time for the pre-fall HVAC tune-up and to get your chimney cleaned. Lou also shares his thoughts on mandatory service for young adults and when you should take Social […]WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXIII, 8.24.26 John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCCXIII, 8.24.26 John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3128191 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:53:55 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.wgnradio.comJohn Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Connell McShane: White House now distracted by Natalie Harp story Connell McShane: White House now distracted by Natalie Harp story Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John Williams to talk about how much we should care about the national debt hitting $40 trillion and if we need to be paying attention to the story of President Trump’s aid, Natalie Harp.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2881395 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:39:55 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (wgnradio.com)Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John Williams to talk about how much we should care about the national debt hitting $40 trillion and if we need to be paying attention to the story of President Trump’s aid, Natalie Harp.wgnradio.comConnell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John Williams to talk about how much we should care about the national debt hitting $40 trillion and if we need to be paying attention to the story of President Trump’s aid, Natalie Harp.WGN,Radio,Chicago,John,Williams Craig Bolanos: Expect more stock market volatility Craig Bolanos: Expect more stock market volatility Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins John to talk about the market volatility this week, the bond market and national debt awareness, why treasury yields are higher, the concern about the job market, what he thinks about the future of wage growth, what’s driving the stock market right now, and what investors need to know about building a durable portfolio.

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