Local farmer John Andermann of the Will County Farm Bureau joins John Williams to talk about farming corn and soybeans, how many acres he farms, how the harvest has gone this fall, the generally above average yield in their area, the cost of running a small farm in Illinois, if he expects this to be a profitable year, and how trade policy has been impacting the farm.

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

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou says now is the time to start prepping your home if you are planning to host Thanksgiving festivities. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions.

Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.

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

Dr. Joel Ostrow, professor, comparative and international politics, Benedictine University, joins John Williams to talk about President Donald Trump’s sanctions against two of Russia’s largest oil companies. Will these sanctions have any impact?

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins John Williams to talk about the newest inflation data, why the market jumped today, his concern over debt, the overall strength of the economy, the latest on the government shutdown, the forecast for food prices, his expectations for Fed rate cuts for the rest of the year, and why now is the perfect time to rebalance your portfolio.

NewsNation Now anchor Connell McShane joins John Williams to talk about President Donald Trump saying he terminated all U.S. trade negotiations with Canada over his displeasure with a TV ad, the latest data on inflation, and the latest on ICE arrests in Chicago and around the country.

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 registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the health benefits of Krill Oil, a special type of Omega-3 supplement. Dawn tells us what Krill Oil is, the many potential health benefits, and how to know if it’s right for you. Dawn also explains why strength training (and rest!) is so important. Dawn also answers all of your health and nutrition questions.

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 take a drive down I-55 and visit with Rich Crum, Director of Hospitality at the beautiful Heritage Harbor in Ottawa! Rich tells John everything we need to know about the Ottawa Wine & Art Walk, taking place on November 8th. Click here for more information! Rich also tells John where Heritage Harbor is located, how many properties are in Heritage Harbor, and some of the other places in the area that could enhance your stay.

Why not make a weekend out of it? Book your stay with Harbor Inn Vacation Rentals at Heritage Harbor. Use promo code “JOHNSPICKS” for 10% off PLUS a WGN/John Williams Gift Basket!