John Williams

John Williams

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John Williams episodes

  • Eric Zorn: Some protesters making unrealistic demands

    Eric Zorn, longtime Mincing Rascal and Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about the first day of the DNC, the amount of people who turned out to protest at Union Park yesterday, what the protesters are demanding, and how a Trump presidency would be worse for most people who are protesting.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5913950/5913950_2024-08-20-200150.128.mp3
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    Should there be another Harris-Trump debate?
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    Rep. Krishnamoorthi: Strategic tariffing makes sense
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    Brian the Cash Man: Are bobbleheads worth money?
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    Are stagnant sewers causing odors around Chicago?
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    John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 9-13-24
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    16 min
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DCCCXIII, 8.20.24

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

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5913899/5913899_2024-08-20-192739.128.mp3
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    John Williams
    Should there be another Harris-Trump debate?
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    Rep. Krishnamoorthi: Strategic tariffing makes sense
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    Brian the Cash Man: Are bobbleheads worth money?
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    Are stagnant sewers causing odors around Chicago?
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    John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 9-13-24
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    4 min
  • What we can expect to see at this week’s DNC

    Mike Viqueira, Washington Bureau Chief at NewsNation, joins John Williams to tell us what we should look out for at this week’s Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5912671/5912671_2024-08-19-191811.128.mp3
    Democratic National Convention
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    John Williams
    Should there be another Harris-Trump debate?
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    Rep. Krishnamoorthi: Strategic tariffing makes sense
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    Brian the Cash Man: Are bobbleheads worth money?
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    Are stagnant sewers causing odors around Chicago?
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    John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 9-13-24
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    9 min
  • Attorney Rae Kaplan: Who is eligible to have their college loans forgiven?

    Attorney Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law Firm joins John Williams to talk about a recent profile in the Chicago Tribune on how she helps people with their student loan debt.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5912646/5912646_2024-08-19-194946.128.mp3
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    John Williams
    Should there be another Harris-Trump debate?
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    Rep. Krishnamoorthi: Strategic tariffing makes sense
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    Brian the Cash Man: Are bobbleheads worth money?
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    Are stagnant sewers causing odors around Chicago?
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    John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 9-13-24
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    7 min
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part DCCCXII, 8.19.24

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

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5912639/5912639_2024-08-19-194239.128.mp3
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    What is the best month of the year in Chicago?
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    How affirmative action reversal has impacted admissions
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    Hiring freeze will not impact police and fire departments
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    DJ Blatner: How to taste for quality olive oil
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    Doris Kearns Goodwin: History can give us hope
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    4 min
  • Ald. Knudsen: VP Harris has commanded her candidacy

    43rd Ward Alderman Timmy Knudsen joins John Williams to talk about Chicago’s preparation for the DNC in Chicago next week. Ald. Knudsen talks to John about the convention roll call, the protesters, and the future of the Democratic Party with VP Harris at the top of the ticket.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5803154/5803154_2024-08-16-193554.128.mp3
    Democratic National Convention
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    Democratic National Convention 2024 in Chicago
    Zorn: City taking a well-deserved DNC victory lap
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    How are businesses doing now that the DNC is over?
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    Candid Candace: A recap of the DNC in Chicago
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    Billy Goat Tavern lives up to expectations during DNC
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    Manny’s Deli owner on the business impact of DNC
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    The Race for President
    Trump refuses to criticize Laura Loomer amid concerns from Republican allies about her influence
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    Election 2024 Latest: Harris concentrates on Pennsylvania while Trump stumps in the West
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    Harris supported the Green New Deal. Now, she’s promoting domestic oil drilling
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    Harris, Trump campaign across the country
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    In swing states, Harris touts Republican endorsements while Trump leans into incendiary rhetoric
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    Recent Posts
    John Williams
    What is the best month of the year in Chicago?
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    How affirmative action reversal has impacted admissions
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    Hiring freeze will not impact police and fire departments
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    DJ Blatner: How to taste for quality olive oil
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    Doris Kearns Goodwin: History can give us hope
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    10 min
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 8.16.24

    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/5802659/5802659_2024-08-16-190759.128.mp3
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    John Williams
    What is the best month of the year in Chicago?
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    How affirmative action reversal has impacted admissions
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    Hiring freeze will not impact police and fire departments
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    DJ Blatner: How to taste for quality olive oil
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    Doris Kearns Goodwin: History can give us hope
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    6 min
  • What is it like being a White Sox fan this season?

    Writer John Wilmes joins John Williams to talk about his recent column describing what it was like attending a White Sox game this year as the team hopes to avoid setting the all-time record for losses.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5769572/5769572_2024-08-15-202912.128.mp3
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    Chicago White Sox
    White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf `impressed’ by team’s professionalism during `very painful’ season
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    Guardians LHP Joey Cantillo has pitched 6 perfect innings against the White Sox
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    White Sox snap their 12-game skid with an 8-1 win over Baltimore
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    White Sox looked like a different team while snapping their 12-game skid with a win over the Orioles
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    White Sox add to their indignities by setting franchise record with 107th loss
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    The Mincing Rascals recap the Harris-Trump debate
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    Do celebrity endorsements impact how you vote?
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    Michael Phillips: Moderators turned into lion tamers
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    Craig Bolanos: Inflation is trending the right way
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    Exploring the relationship between humor and status
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    9 min
  • Neil Steinberg shares his three rules for weddings

    The great author and Sun-Times columnist Neil Steinberg joins John Williams to talk about his older son’s recent wedding and his Three Wedding Rules. So, parents, what are your rules when preparing for a family wedding?

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5769554/5769554_2024-08-15-201354.128.mp3
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    John Williams
    The Mincing Rascals recap the Harris-Trump debate
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    Do celebrity endorsements impact how you vote?
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    Michael Phillips: Moderators turned into lion tamers
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    Craig Bolanos: Inflation is trending the right way
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    Exploring the relationship between humor and status
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    9 min
  • Best of the Midwest: Visit Arthur, Illinois!

    It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature! Are you trying to come up with some vacation ideas that are only a quick getaway from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we head to Amish country in Arthur, Illinois! Angie Parsons, Communications Director for Simply Arthur tells John about how far away Arthur is from the Chicago area, the Amish community that surrounds Arthur, the Amish and Mennonite businesses in Arthur, the live theater to see at Penn Station, the Great Pumpkin Patch opening in September, and where you can stay when you visit!

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5769450/5769450_2024-08-15-205450.128.mp3
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    John Williams
    The Mincing Rascals recap the Harris-Trump debate
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    Do celebrity endorsements impact how you vote?
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    Michael Phillips: Moderators turned into lion tamers
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    Craig Bolanos: Inflation is trending the right way
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    Exploring the relationship between humor and status
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    12 min

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