Ilyce Glink, CEO of Best Money Moves financial wellness company, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the creation of 20 million new business over the last four years. Glink then explains the billion dollar debt in medical payments that will be erased for low income people in Illinois. Following the removal of medical bills under five hundred dollars helping lower credit scores, the debt relief hopes to help people get out of financial debt.

Kimberly Bares, President & CEO of The Magnificent Mile Association, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and parade this year on Saturday, November 23. With more than one million lights, the annual event features Disney characters like Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse to usher in the holiday season on Michigan Avenue. Wear a holiday sweater and bring your friends and family to take part in a world record. For full details, click here.

Susanna Wickham, CEO of PAWs Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the PAWS Chicago’s 23rd Annual Fur Ball. Chicago’s premier pet-friendly black-tie event takes place tonight, November 15th, at the Drake Hotel. The event raises money for the medical center in Chicago. The gala will also have an auction that doesn’t your require attendance to take part in. You can find the full auction here.

Lisa Dent and crew come together for their stories of the day. From the short list of ‘word of the year’ to Michael Jackson’s jacket selling at auction and what’s with the shrinkflation of toothpaste?

Dan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O’B show, joins Lisa Dent to give his preview of the upcoming Chicago Bears match-up against the Green Bay Packers. After three consecutive weeks, the Bears have played poor-effort football. Hampton breaks down where the Bears are lacking and how they can come back this week to get an underdog win.

Kenny Yang, owner of Strings, joins Lisa Dent to discuss ramen vs pho and how his ramen shop ‘Strings’ is celebrating 10 years in business.

Landis Wiedner, creator and host of the ‘What the EF Podcast’, joins Lisa Dent to discuss her podcast and share her personal history with epilepsy. Landis later sheds light on some misconceptions about epilepsy.

Mortgage and real estate expert David Hochberg joins Lisa Dent to talk about the idea of a 40-year fixed mortgage loan. Hochberg talks about what is it, what you need to know about it, and what he thinks about it. Then Hochberg shares about America’s massive credit card debt.

On today’s Newsroom Temperature Check, Lisa Dent and the Newsroom share their weird news and odd stories.

Lou Manfredini joins Lisa Dent in his weekly segment, Ask Lou, where Lou answers your questions about all things home repair. This week, Lou discusses window and siding changes, dishwasher tips, and more!