The John Howell Show Podcast

After a brutal and violent year in Chicago, several CPD leaders have voiced their concerns with the CPD Superintendent in interviews. One claimed they can't find one person in the command staff to support him. Chicago Sun-Times Reporter Tom Schuba brings the full scoop to The John Howell Show.

Governor Pritzker stated: "We receive a certain amount of money for the state, and the city of Chicago receives a certain amount of money for the city. You're not allowed to intermingle the federal funds for testing from the state with the funding that was received at the city." Pulitzer Prize winning writer for Patch Mark Konkol fact-checks the Governor's claims.

*Donald Lassere, President of the Chicago History Museum details the complicated relationship that existed between MLK and Muhammad Ali.

*John Keilman of the Chicago Tribune dives into the numbers to show how the Bears end up winners at the bank while losing on the field.

*Chicago Sun-Times Chief Washington Correspondent Lynn Sweet shares why the IL GOP didn't bother recruiting an opponent for Tammy Duckworth.

*Gonzalo Schwarz of the Archbridge Institute says that in a world of culture wars, there's only one that really matters.

*Plus, Rick Telender and John reminisce about the life of Les Grobstein. As a bonus, John plays the entirety of the famed Lee Elia rant.

"I truly believe in the power of the American Dream to serve as a unifying vision for the United States" says Gonzalo Schwarz regarding culture wars. Schwarz is the President and CEO of Archbridge Institute and joins John Howell to discuss culture wars.

The Illinois GOP has popular candidates ready for every race except against Sen. Tammy Duckworth. Chicago Sun-Times Washington Bureau Chief Lynn Sweet explains why.

*Peter Funt, Columnist and Host of TV's "Candid Camera" recalls his interview with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 1967.

*Garry Meier jumps on the show to remember long-time Chicago sportscaster Les Grobstein.

*Rick Kogan of the Chicago Tribune details the mixed history that the city of Chicago has with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

*James Carvelle scolds Democrats, telling them to "quit being a whiny party."

*Plus, a brewery hotel owner shares how the establishment is honoring Betty White on what would have been her 100th birthday.

The Chicago sports broadcasting legend died Sunday at his home. He was 69. Friend and former coworker Garry Meier joins John Howell to remember the life and legacy of Les Grobstein.

Columnist, Author and Host of "Candid Camera" Peter Funt was able to get an interview with Dr. King before his tragic passing. He joins John to reminisce about his interview and discuss the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

*Dr. Diane Lauderdale, epidemiologist at the University of Chicago says that while she understands the thought process, catching Covid intentionally is a bad idea.

*John F. Harris of POLITICO takes a look at how Rahm Emanuel survived the attacks of the far-left.

*Rob Karr, President & CEO of the Illinois Retail Merchants Association details the latest supply chain issues facing local retailers.

*Judy Pielach jumps on the show to revive her 'Good Buy Girl' persona and share her safe shopping tips.

*Plus, Don Larisey of the South Side Irish Parade announces the event's return and shares some details about what you can expect this year.

The supply chain issues strike again. Many consumers are reporting items missing from stores, likely due to late or slow deliveries. Rob Karr details the issues retailers are facing due to the supply chain problems.