Lisa Dent

Dr. Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer for the North American Veterinary Community, joins Lisa Den, to talk all things pets. Together, they address if pet owners should be more concerned about what’s in their cat’s food, whether or not dogs receive any benefits from red light therapy, and more! Later, Dr. Varble answers listeners’ pet-related questions.

Ilyce Glink, of ThinkGlink.com and the Love, Money + Real Estate newsletter, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the hope that the Fed may not raise interest rates at their next meeting. Later, they address that while hourly pay is up, consumer prices are up even more.

Executive Director of the Banchet Awards, Michael Muser joins Lisa Dent to preview the culinary excellence award ceremony happening on Sunday, January 31, 2027. During their conversation, they spotlight restaurants such as Creepies, The Greggory, and Noodles Party.

ComEd executive Keisha Parker joins Lisa Dent to respond to Alderman Knudsen’s comments regarding the search for alternative sites for the Lincoln Park electrical substation. She explains how ComEd looked at each of the 14 sites thoroughly and gave a detailed response to the Alderman and Lincoln Park community informing them as to why none of the sites would work. Alderman Knudsen disputes the claims that there was detailed communication between the two parties.

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 Utah Mammoth, Thursday evening at 8:30pm CT.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the number one candy across the country being named as Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Michael McDonald reunites with his biological child after originally putting them up for adoption when he was 14, and Kylie Kelce apologizes for mistitling Princess Kate of Wales.

Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews the newest film adaptation of the popular horror video game Resident Evil. Later, Ron gives his review on Heart of the Beast starring Brad Pitt.

Lou Manfredini joins the show from the Cubs game to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on who people call to get their air ducts, proper smoke detector placement, and last-minute outdoor repairs and preparations before it gets cold. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.

Jahmal Cole, founder and CEO of My Block, My Hood, My City, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his mission to live in all 77 of Chicago’s neighborhoods. This month he’s in West Elsdon and he updates listeners on his upcoming plans and shares how you can support his journey.

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of the 8th District joins Lisa Lisa Dent to discuss how the 988 LGBTQ+ crisis line has received enough funding to be restored after the service was taken away back in September of 2025. Later, he addresses which other states still demonstrate discriminatory behavior towards others.