John Williams

John Williams

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John Williams episodes

  • Connell McShane recaps Trump’s first days in office

    NewsNation Now anchor Connell McShane joins John Williams to talk about President Trump’s first week in office, a federal judge temporarily blocking Trump’s executive order redefining birthright citizenship, what he makes of Trump’s Jan. 6 pardons, and the other executive orders that we should be paying attention to right now.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7167311/7167311_2025-01-24-201611.128.mp3
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    What to know about long-term care insurance
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    Should Toronto plane crash survivors receive $30K?
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    Rae Kaplan: What’s next for student debt relief?
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    DJ Blatner: Habits of successful exercisers
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    John Williams Speed Jokes 2-20-25
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    10 min
  • Author Brad Meltzer on the secret plot to kill JFK

    Best-selling author Brad Meltzer joins John Williams to discuss his latest book, “The JFK Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill Kennedy―and Why It Failed.” Brad talks about when he became interested in this story, who put the word ‘Camelot’ in the lexicon, the strength and importance of Jackie Onassis, why there was a plot to kill Kennedy, the difference between ‘hunters’ and ‘howlers,’ and his thoughts on the release of the JFK files.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7167302/7167302_2025-01-24-204102.128.mp3
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    Should Toronto plane crash survivors receive $30K?
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    Rae Kaplan: What’s next for student debt relief?
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    DJ Blatner: Habits of successful exercisers
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    John Williams Speed Jokes 2-20-25
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    How should government use money saved from cuts?
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    19 min
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 1.24.25

    Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to [email protected]!

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7167259/7167259_2025-01-24-202659.128.mp3
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    How should government use money saved from cuts?
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    Fed cuts, Illinois DOGE, Johnson borrowing plan
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    Could Northwest Indiana counties join Illinois?
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    State Rep. Cabello wants to create an Illinois DOGE
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    John Williams Speed Jokes 2-19-25
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    5 min
  • Dawn Jackson Blatner: What to eat for better sleep

    Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about BMI guidelines and obesity, and what you can eat for better sleep. Dawn also answers all of your health and nutrition questions.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7163179/7163179_2025-01-23-202019.128.mp3
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    DJ Blatner: Best foods for a healthy heart
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    DJ Blatner: Healthy recipe ideas for the Super Bowl
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    DJ Blatner: How to make good habits stick faster
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    DJ Blatner: What to eat for better sleep
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    DJ Blatner: An easy way to eat more vegetables
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    Recent Posts
    John Williams
    How should government use money saved from cuts?
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    Fed cuts, Illinois DOGE, Johnson borrowing plan
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    Could Northwest Indiana counties join Illinois?
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    State Rep. Cabello wants to create an Illinois DOGE
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    John Williams Speed Jokes 2-19-25
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    19 min
  • Best of the Midwest: Lake Geneva Winterfest 2025!

    It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature! Are you trying to come up with some fun trip ideas to get you through these winter months? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your getaway! Today, we visit once again with the wonderful Stephanie Klett, President and CEO, Visit Lake Geneva! Stephanie tells John everything we should know about the upcoming 30th annual Winterfest! Snow sculptures, bonfires on the beach, fire art performers, and human dog sled races! What else do you need for some winter fun?

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7163144/7163144_2025-01-23-202444.128.mp3
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    John Williams
    Fed cuts, Illinois DOGE, Johnson borrowing plan
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    Could Northwest Indiana counties join Illinois?
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    State Rep. Cabello wants to create an Illinois DOGE
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    John Williams Speed Jokes 2-19-25
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    Should Illinois adopt its own DOGE?
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    10 min
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DCCCXCV, 1.23.25

    John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected].

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7163127/7163127_2025-01-23-201927.128.mp3
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    Should Illinois adopt its own DOGE?
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    Zorn: How serious are Trump’s social media posts?
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    DOGE cuts will make public feel less safe about flying
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    Dr. Kopin: Do you need a measles booster?
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    John Williams Speed Jokes 2-18-25
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    5 min
  • The Mincing Rascals 1.22.25: Birthright citizenship, J6 pardons, controversial puppet display

    The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! The Rascals kick off the podcast discussing the first days of the Trump presidency. The news is coming fast and furious, but what stood out most to the Rascals? Members of the Chicago City Council are demanding the removal of a puppet display at the Cultural Center saying it is antisemitic. What do the Rascals make of this new controversy? The Rascals end the podcast with their recommendations. What should you be watching (after listening to this podcast, of course) right now?

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7160829/7160829_2025-01-22-235629.64kmono.mp3
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    Madigan verdict, Blagojevich pardon, Dexter Reed
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    DEI debate, art controversy, Johnson’s favorability
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    Funding freeze chaos, ICE raids, Madigan trial
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    Birthright citizenship, J6 pardons, controversial art
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    Driving test age, Trump inauguration, L.A. wildfires
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    1 hr 6 min
  • How to lower your phone, internet, and cable bills

    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. Harvey discusses Netflix raising their rates, streaming services getting into live sports, and new sports bundles. Harvey also answers all of your tech questions. Request a FREE Tech Check by emailing Harvey at [email protected] or call/text 312.307.1700

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7160726/7160726_2025-01-22-221526.128.mp3
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    John Williams
    Should Illinois adopt its own DOGE?
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    Zorn: How serious are Trump’s social media posts?
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    DOGE cuts will make public feel less safe about flying
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    Dr. Kopin: Do you need a measles booster?
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    John Williams Speed Jokes 2-18-25
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  • Why Illinois homeowners may see an increase in insurance rates

    Shannon Martin, Insurance Industry Analyst, Bankrate, joins John Williams to talk about Allstate announcing that homeowners insurance will rise for some Illinois residents. Why will some homeowners in our area see an increase in their premiums?

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7160721/7160721_2025-01-22-223121.128.mp3
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    Zorn: How serious are Trump’s social media posts?
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    DOGE cuts will make public feel less safe about flying
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    Dr. Kopin: Do you need a measles booster?
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    John Williams Speed Jokes 2-18-25
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    Are you a fan of hockey fights?
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    8 min
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DCCCXCIV, 1.22.25

    John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected].

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7160673/7160673_2025-01-22-225313.128.mp3
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    Are you a fan of hockey fights?
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    Kelly Leonard recaps SNL’s 50th anniversary special
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    Presidents Day thoughts from Thomas Jefferson
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    John Williams Speed Jokes 2-17-25
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    Connell McShane: Trump supporters are happy
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    3 min

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