Mike Pappas, co-founder and CEO of Modulate, joins The Althimer Show to talk about their collaboration with Activision’s Call of Duty first-person-shooter series to fight voice chat abuse in online gaming with ToxMod technology, which moderates in-game voice chat in real time by using artificial intelligence.

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15th Ward Alderman Ray Lopez joins The Althimer Show to explain why he, and 20 other Chicago City Council members are pushing to make amendments to Chicago’s Welcoming City ordinance amid growing concerns about crimes being committed by some of the migrants. Alderman Lopez, also talks about why he has a problem with the city’s lawsuit against Kia and Hyundai over the surge in car-related crimes.

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Chris Barnes, lead vocalist for The Australian Pink Floyd Show, joins The Althimer Show to talk about being part of the band’s 35-year history, touring around the world, and why it’s important for fans of the unique Pink Floyd experience. The Australian Pink Floyd Show will be at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, IL September 12th for the North America 2023 #DarkSide50 tour. Click here for tickets.

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Matt Nalett, the founder of the Chicago Stolen Car Directory, joins The Althimer Show to talk about what motivated him to help people find their cars if they were stolen in Chicago. Nalett discusses how he coordinates with the Chicago Police Department once a vehicle is found and the difficulties that may occur if a stolen car is found in a high crime area.

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Stand-up comedian, actor, impressionist, and Saturday Night Live veteran Jay Pharoah joins The Althimer Show to talk about what it was like being a cast member of SNL for six seasons, and starring in the films Spinning Gold and The Blackening. Jay also talks about the Pharoah Phamily Phoundation, which narrows the gap between arts and STEM education to ensure art-focused students have equal academic footing and opportunities. Jay Pharoah will have a a live special taping, featuring two stand-up performances, on Saturday August 26, 2023 at 7:15 and 9:30 p.m on The Heath Mainstage at The Den Theatre. Click here for tickets.

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Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 7 President John Catanzara joins The Althimer Show to talk about CPD Chief Larry Snelling being picked by Mayor Brandon Johnson to be the next superintendent of the Chicago Police Department, and what it means for the morale for officers.

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Art Alexakis, frontman and founder of the alternative rock band Everclear, joins The Althimer Show to talk about his early rock beginnings, having success in the music industry for 30 years, advice he has for up-and-coming bands, and the emergence of artificial intelligence in music. Everclear will be performing Friday, September 8th in Lemont at The Forge: Lemont Quarries. Their new album Live at the Whiskey A Go Go, a celebration of the band’s 30-year history, is set for release on September 8th.

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Rachel Van Nortwick, CEO and founder of Vinylly, joins The Althimer Show to talk about what made her come up with an app that matches people looking for love through their taste in music.

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Jolene Saint, bartender at Berlin Nightclub and bargaining committee member at Unite Here Local 1, joins The Althimer Show to explain why employees are at odds with the owners of the notable LGBTQ+ dance club.

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David Barton, cybersecurity expert and Chief Technology Officer at High Wire Networks, joins The Althimer Show to explain what you should know before to sign up for apps that use artificial intelligence to generate photos of how your child may look when they’re older, or generate corporate headshots that alter your body. Barton also explains why it’s important to fully read the terms and conditions of these new apps before you sign up.

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