Lisa Dent

Ilyce Glink, of ThinkGlink.com and the Love, Money + Real Estate newsletter, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how nearly 20% of Americans are currently late on their debt, how Gen Z is spending its money on fine arts and other collectables. They also address how those making $300,000 are still living paycheck to paycheck.

Former WGN Radio anchor Steve Bertrand, who spent several years as a member of the team covering the Bears for WGN, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the legacy of Mike Ditka and his impact on not only Chicago sports, but the city as a whole. Throughout the conversation, Steve shares stories of his coverage of Ditka and the Bears.

Owner of Asador Bastian, Chef Doug Psaltis joins Lisa Dent to discuss how he and the steakhouse’s staff reacted to being nominated as The Banchet Awards’ Restaurant of the Year. He highlights not only the food that is offered, but the entire staff’s hard work in making this accolade come to fruition.

Host for the Blackhawks Pre- and Post-Game shows on WGN Radio Charlie Roumeliotis joins Lisa Dent to give his analysis on the team as they prepare to go up against the New York Islanders, Thursday evening at 6:30pm CT.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including how Amazon has been scanning purchases and searches to advertise other products to customers on their personal Amazon page, Jaguar’s new electric car lacks a rear window, and Catherine Zeta Jones says she will not be reading Michael Douglas’ memoir.

Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews the arthouse film, ‘Digger’ starring Tom Cruise.

Kelly Vass, Natalie La Cava, and Shannon Stewart from State Street Jewelers join Lisa Dent to talk about what sets the Geneva-based jeweler apart from its competitors. Later, they elaborate on the process of traveling to Antwerp, Belgium and procuring the perfect diamonds for their customers.

Lou Manfredini joins the show from the Cubs game to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares his thoughts on whether or not quartz countertops are a potential hazard, protecting your deck from squirrels, and what to look for when shopping for shower installations. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.

Alderman of the 28th Ward Jason Ervin joins Lisa Dent to discuss his opinions on last week’s vote to approve the $2.5 billion dollar parking meter sale. With him being one of the three people in opposition to the sale, Alderman Ervin explains what he believes are the proper next steps to make.

Beloved WGN Radio family members and hosts of the Steve and Johnnie show, Steve King and Johnnie Putman, join Lisa Dent from Panama City Beach in Florida to discuss their perspective as Hurricane Isaias makes its way to the coast.