On today’s edition of the Newsroom Temperature Check, pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati of France has become a viral sensation after accidentally knocking off the bar with his manhood at the Paris Olympics, today is National Underwear Day, and more! The Newsroom Temperature Check is sponsored by American Weathermakers, Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing. They won’t be comfortable until you are.

WGN Radio Traffic Manager Julie Stern joins Lisa Dent to explain why, after 18 years of attending Lollapalooza, she’s seriously considering not attending the multi-musical event next year.

Media pioneer and founder of N’Digo Dr. Hermene Hartman joins Lisa Dent to talk about former President Donald Trump’s recent visit to Chicago for the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) convention last week and his comments on the race of Vice President Kamala Harris.

2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins joins Lisa Dent to explain why his office decided to install new signs across his ward, warning that they may face fines if their dogs is unleashed. Ald Hopkins also discusses potential protests during the Democratic National Convention.

Jess Perjes, the co-owner of Tacotlan, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how a review from TikTok food critic Keith Lee helped boost business at their restaurant. Keith Lee has 16.5 million followers on TikTok and Instagram.

On today’s edition of the Newsroom Temperature Check, McDonald’s commemorated Jim Delligati, the inventor of the Big Mac, with a special offer of the sandwich for $2 through August 11th, Chipotle partnered with Wonderskin to make a burrito-proof lip balm, and more! The Newsroom Temperature Check is sponsored by American Weathermakers, Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing. They won’t be comfortable until you are.

Will Clinger, the host of Wild Travels on WTTW, joins Lisa Dent to talk about their upcoming fourth season premiering Saturday at 5 p.m. This season will feature Redneck Fishing Tournament in Bath, Illinois, a UFO Festival in Oregon, and more!

Ilyce Glink, financial journalist and CEO of Best Money Moves, joins Lisa Dent to explain why stocks fell sharply following July’s job report, and what it means for the economy. Ilyce also answers all money-related questions from WGN Radio listeners.

Chef Devon Quinn, the Chief Culinary Officer at The Paramount Group, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how they are at the forefront of food by bringing an innovative approach to hospitality and service.

Liz Darden, the CEO and co-founder of Hope 929, joins Lisa Dent to explain why her organization is planning to hold a rally outside CPD Headquarters on Saturday for Sonya Massey who was fatally shot by deputy sheriff Sean Grayson in her own home outside Springfield last month.