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Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John Williams to talk about what we know about the attack on the Flydubai flight to Israel, and the latest on the botched execution in Tennessee.

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

David Byrne, the legendary musician, writer, visual artist, and filmmaker, joins John Williams to talk about the Goodman Theatre production of ‘Theater of the Mind.’ David talks about the production and the uniqueness of the venue, how the show has many layers, the way the show was created, what he wants people to come away with after seeing the show, and his latest record, ‘Who is the Sky?’

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about her Apple Tasting Score Sheet! Dawn helps you find the perfect apple for your specific taste. 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].

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Steve Bertrand, host of the Steve Bertrand on Books podcast and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel, and Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago. This week the podcast begins with Jon Hansen’s recap of his work at the Presidents Cup golf tournament and having the opportunity to meet President Trump. Next, the Rascals discuss President Trump’s meeting with tech leaders about AI. What were the major takeaways from the meeting? And how are the Rascals feeling about the future of AI? Speaking of AI, the administration launched America.gov to simplify access to government information. Have the Rascals tried the new website yet? Locally, the Chicago City Council voted to approve a new parking meter deal. Does this new deal benefit the city? Also this week, Sen. Eric Schmitt from Missouri faced backlash after confusing the Iowa Hawkeyes with the Atlanta Hawks during a U.S. Senate hearing with former special counsel Jack Smith. What did the Rascals think of Senator Schmitt’s response to the error? The Rascals also talk about the upcoming midterm elections, the war in Iran, and how the state of the economy is impacting the GOP. Jon suggests the Democrats should move on from focusing on President Trump if they gain control of the House and Senate. Finally, it’s time for red light, yellow light, green light! What are the Rascals recommending (or not recommending) this week?

Jean Iversen, freelance writer and editor, and author of ‘Local Flavor: Restaurants That Shaped Chicago’s Neighborhoods,’ joins John Williams to tell the story about getting her bike stolen and why she decided to not press charges when she confronted the person who had the bike.

Elder law attorney Kerry Peck joins John Williams to answer all your questions about elder law, trusts, wills, and elder abuse. 

We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. 

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