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Iris Y. Martinez, clerk of the circuit court of Cook County, joins John Williams to discuss her recent op-ed in the Chicago Tribune about how some defendants are missing court appearances and why she believes parts of the SAFE-T act need to be improved.

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Dometi Pongo, the former WGN Radio news anchor and reporter, joins John Williams to talk about being the host and executive producer of the new 48 Hours crime podcast, “Candyman: The True Story Behind the Bathroom Mirror Murders.”

Liz Shulman, English teacher at Evanston Township High School and in the School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University, joins John Williams to talk about Evanston High School implementing a ‘no cell phone in class’ policy and how that policy has been going this semester. Liz also talks about how AI has impacted the classroom.

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

John Landecker is joined by Joseph Burton and Jim DeRogatis of the Military Miniature Society of Illinois to talk about their 49th annual show. Listen below to hear the history of MMSI and what their show and group is all about!

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the two presentations she gave at the annual Food Nutrition Conference & Expo. Dawn spoke about eggs and new research that shows eating 12 or more fortified eggs each week did not negatively affect cholesterol levels, even for those with cardiovascular concerns. Dawn also did a presentation on Krill oil and how it is different from other fish oil supplements. Dawn also answers all of your health and nutrition questions.

Jesse Meyer, Vice President, Operations, Northwestern Medicine & American Lung Association Local Leadership Board Member, tells John Williams everything you need to know about the upcoming LUNG FORCE Walk taking place at Wheaton’s Cantigny Park on Sunday, October 20th.

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 this fall? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we head to beautiful Michigan and visit with Brandy Miller, Executive Director, Ludington Area Convention & Visitors Bureau! Brandy tells John where Ludington is located on the shores of Lake Michigan, the charming and thriving downtown, why fall is a great time to visit Ludington, where people typically stay when they make a trip, the best places to eat and drink in the area, and the upcoming winter and holiday festivities!

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