Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins John talk about the economic concern that is sticking around that is making it tougher for the market, why he’s still positive on the market, what tax issues we need to be aware of, and the importance of people sticking with their investment plan.

Marge Sipla, Speed Jokes spirit animal, cataloger and Member of the Speed Jokes Committee, joins John and the gang to give us her favorite Speed Jokes of December! What was your favorite joke this month? And stay tuned for the 2024 Joke of the Year! And as always, John brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to [email protected].

U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL 8) joins John Williams to talk about the Jan. 6th anniversary, the certification of the 2024 election, why today will be emotional for him, his thoughts on President-elect Trump saying he will pardon the insurrectionists, the importance of the peaceful transition of power, and the 2025 agenda for the Democratic party.

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou tells us how to revitalize your old snow shovel, why should you use a space heater in cold rooms rather than turning up your thermostat, why it’s a good time to check all the chairs in your home for missing felt pads, and take your holiday decorations down before it gets too cold. And as always, Lou answers all of your home improvement questions.

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

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

Author and DePaul University history professor Dr. Thomas Mockaitis joins Jon Hansen to talk about the tragedy in New Orleans and why vehicles are increasingly being used as weapons for terrorist attacks.

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins Jon Hansen to talk about her swap for New Year’s resolutions…the Weekly Health Jar! And as always, Dawn answers all of your health and nutrition questions.

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

Jon Hansen’s parents wanted to surprise the family with a trip to Disney World. But Jon had his heart set on Lake Lawn Lodge in Wisconsin. Fortunately, Jon’s dad was rolling video tape (notice the camcorder) to get the reaction. Check out the video below. And listen to Jon’s mom Marcia talk about the surprise and how she and Jon’s dad spent a part of their youth hitchhiking across the country.