The John Howell Show Podcast

*Professor Tom Mockaitis from DePaul University explains why the conviction of the Oath Keepers’ leader is just the beginning of the battle against extremism. 

*Josephine Beavers joins to discuss the upcoming documentary which she hosted and produced entitled, “The Musicians’ Green Book: An Enduring Legacy.” 

*The Associated Press’ Tim Sullivan attempts to answer the question: Why are Americans so fearful?

*Plus, Kim Komando gives John tips on great holiday gifts for the season and how to make the most of the SOS features on the iPhone.

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John Howell speaks with Greg Bishop, Associate Editor for The Center Square. Amendments have been filed for the SAFE-T Act, and they’ve been debated today in the Illinois House. Bishop has the latest on these proposed changes to the act, how the hearings have gone, and what we may expect on January 1. 

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John Howell is joined by Mark Cohen, Director of Retail Studies at Columbia University and Former CEO of Sears’ Canadian Unit. They discuss the rise and fall of Sears, where the chain is headed, and if this is the last Christmas for Sears.

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*Lynn Sweet from the Chicago Sun-Times explains why Illinois’ bid to become an early primary state is likely to be rejected.

*Mediaite’s Colby Hall asks why Fox News is ignoring Trump’s meeting with Nick Fuentes. 

*Derricke Dennis from ABC News warns us of the risk of heart attack during the winter months and has advice as to how to stay healthy. 

*Plus, Fox News Correspondent Mike Emanuel joins to discuss this week’s biggest national stories, and Gus Noble from the Chicago Scots previews their 177th Annual Saint Andrew’s Day Gala.

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John Howell is joined by Dr. Ryan Askren, Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Arkansas at Monticello. According to a new study, Canada geese have beaten humans out in a battle for territory. Dr. Askren explains how these geese claim territory, how they’ve managed to keep it, and what he and his team learned from harassing the geese back. 

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John Howell speaks with Mark Denzler, President and CEO of the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association. The now-averted rail strike would have upended the country’s supply chain. Denzler explains how freight trains impact the Illinois economy, what would happen in the event of a strike, and how this one was averted.

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*Alisa Kaplan, Executive Director of Reform for Illinois, explains how dark money helped the only Republican Cook County official win. 

*Professor Bill Schneider shines light on why 2024 is already getting interesting. 

*Bill Cameron, WLS City Hall Reporter Emeritus and Host of Take 1, shares his thoughts on Alderman Ed Burke deciding not to run for a 15th term. 

*Plus, Dr. Eli Merritt discusses his new book, “The Curse of Demagogues: Lessons Learned from the Presidency of Donald J. Trump.”

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John Howell is joined by Dr. Eli Merritt, Psychiatrist and political historian at Vanderbilt University. He writes the Substack newsletter ‘American Commonwealth.’ Together, they discuss Dr. Merritt’s new book, “The Curse of Demagogues: Lessons Learned from the Presidency of Donald J. Trump.”

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John Howell is joined by Bill Cameron, WLS City Hall Reporter Emeritus and Host of Take 1. Cameron and Howell discuss the tenure of Ed Burke and his decision to not run for a 15th term on the City Council. Cameron also speculates as to what will happen with Burke’s existing legal cases after Burke leaves office. 

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*Alex Stone from ABC News Los Angeles updates us on the University of Idaho murders  and what we still do not know. 

*Mike Marr, Owner of Buffalo Creek Brewing, shares why he has named several beers after the repeated crashes at the Long Grove Bridge. 

*Salena Zito, National Reporter, gives her thoughts on Josh Shapiro & why she believes he is the “blueprint” for Democrats. 

*Plus, Bruce Iglauer, Founder of Alligator Records, discusses being honored by the Recording Industry Association for Alligator’s 50th Anniversary.

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