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

Chris Chelios, former Blackhawks (we won’t mention the other teams) great and NHL Hall of Famer, joins John Williams and Andy Masur to preview the upcoming Winter Classic game between your Chicago Blackhawks and the St. Louis Blues at Wrigley Field. Chris chats with Andy and John about his successful tequila company, the Hawks recent coaching change, what the players look for in a new coach, and his recollections of playing in the Winter Classic back in 2009. Chris will be a part of a big fundraiser at the House of Blues that will benefit the St. Louis Blues and Chicago Blackhawks alumni. You can get tickets to that here.

And don’t forget that you can join Charlie Roumeliotis and Kevin Powell live from Murphy’s Bleachers on Dec. 31, 1-3:30pm for a little pre-game party!

Bobby Pierobon, Superintendent of Villa Olivia, joins John Williams to talk about all the things you can do at Villa Olivia throughout the year, the winter sports operations they have once the weather gets cold, the different ski hills that are on the grounds, why tubing is one of their more popular attractions, where you can relax and get warm during your visit, and what you need to do to secure your spot.

Pam Jaramillo, owner, BookLady’s Book Attic in Bartlett, joins John Williams and talks about how long she’s been in business, the unique building that houses the shop, the types of books they sell, the importance of having a book buying experience, how people love the thrill of searching for treasures, how much the inventory is donation based, and the wonderful community support she’s received in Bartlett.

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the health benefits of apples (and their skin!), why she loves Michigan apples, and to give some tips for healthy holiday entertaining. 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].

From the archives, a January 3, 2008 John Williams conversation with The Amazing Kreskin. They recall Kreskin’s visit to Peoria in which he located a pin that John and his radio colleagues at the time had hidden on a parking meter somewhere in the town. Also, they discussed the possibility of Kreskin joining in the investigation of the Drew Peterson case. Kreskin died Tuesday at age 89.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, and Brandon Pope, host of ‘On the Block‘ on WCIU, This week, the Rascals start the show breaking down the Chicago visit from Tom Homan, President-elect Trump’s ‘border czar.’ Do the Rascals believe the new administration’s plan for mass deportation will happen? And what of birthright citizenship? Do the Rascals think the 14th Amendment survives? Mayor Brandon Johnson’s senior advisor Jason Lee is causing controversy for voting in Texas during the last election. What do the Rascals make of the latest Johnson administration slip up? New information continues to come out about Luigi Mangione, the person who shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Will this tragic incident spur any change with the U.S. healthcare system? And finally, it’s recommendation time for the Rascals! What are John, Jon, and Brandon watching? Oh, and as an added bonus, we get a brief appearance from Rascal Cate Plys at the end!

Lt. Colonel Barbara Rich, Divisional Leader for the Salvation Army’s North and Central Illinois Division, joins John Williams, to talk about her responsibilities with the Salvation Army, being the Camp Administrator for the Salvation Army’s Wonderland Camp & Conference Center, what the camp facilities are like, what the kids do when they attend camp, the various types of children that come to camp, the role faith plays in the camp, and what makes the camp so special.

Click here to help John fill his virtual Red Kettle and help our neighbors in need this holiday season!

Neal E. Fischer, award-winning author, filmmaker, podcaster, and pop culture fanatic, joins John Williams to discuss his two recent books, ““Christmas Movie Ultimate Trivia Book: Test Your Superfan Status and Relive the Most Iconic Christmas Movie Moments,” and “The Rom-Com Ultimate Trivia Book: Test Your Superfan Status and Relive the Most Iconic Romantic Comedy Movie Moments.” Neal talks about his interest in trivia, and how he decided which movies made the cut in each book. Neal also tests John’s Christmas and rom-com knowledge!