The John Howell Show Podcast

*ABC News Crime and Terrorism Analyst Brad Garrett tells John that the missing Secret Service texts are much ado about nothing.

*Ald. Anthony Napolitano describes his ordinance that aims to allow CPD officers to decline previously unscheduled hours.

*Ethan Wolf, Deputy Political Director for Rep. Brad Schneider discusses his Twitter account that attempts to highlight wins by the White House

.*Olivier Knox of the Washington Post breaks down the current trust level in the news media, and talks about the idea of 'equal' coverage

.*Plus, Naperville Mayor Steve Chirico follows up on his announcement that he will not be running for reelection.

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John Howell speaks with Ald. Anthony Napolitano from the 41st Ward. Ald. Napolitano discusses the new proposed ordinance that would allow CPD officers to decline previously unscheduled hours. This is about relief, he says, and mental health support in a time when it’s never been worse among the CPD.

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John Howell is joined by Allen R. Sanderson, Senior Instructional Professor of Economics at the University of Chicago. They discuss Chicago’s recent NASCAR deal and what Professor Sanderson thinks it will bring to the city. They also talk about the price tag (so far)  and how it compares to other large events. 

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*Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas discusses her report on how Chicago's redlining history is leading to urban decay.*IL Senate Republican Leader Dan McConchie comments on the Illinois State Police's expanded use of "clear and present danger."*Halfway through, Marshall Jon Fisher looks back at the undefeated 1972 Dolphins , followed by the crew's grossest CTA stories.*Fox News Chief Washington Correspondent Mike Emanuel talks Secret Service texts and Biden's failed international trips.*Plus, Steve Dolinsky of NBC 5 previews the inaugural Pizza City Fest: Chicago coming up this weekend.

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John Howell is joined by Mallory Vor Broker, WLS Chicago City Hall Reporter. They discuss the results of today’s city council meeting, including decisions on speed cameras, drag racing, and ethics reform. 

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John Howell speaks with Rick Pearson, Chief Political Analyst for the Chicago Tribune. Pearson gives an analysis of the money spent per vote in the Illinois primaries. Money, to no one’s surprise, is a major player in these types of campaigns.  

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*John and Kim Gordon discuss the announcement that NASCAR will be coming to Chicago for street racing starting next year.

*Alexa James of the National Alliance on Mental Illness Chicago says the city is not doing enough to help overworked cops.

*Professor Charles Lipson at the University of Chicago details how President Biden came back empty-handed from his Saudi trip.

*IL BBB President Steve Bernas warns of schemes using "Deepfake" technology and scams that offer to buy or sell used cars.

*Plus, Stephen Moore and John break into an impromptu trivia match, and Dr. Bob Hueter of OCEARCH has great news regarding sharks.

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John Howell is joined by Richie Furay, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and founding member of the legendary and quintessential groups Buffalo Springfield, Poco, and Souther-Hillman-Furay Band. Furay tells us about his first studio album in seven years, why he took a bit of a break, and what’s to come from here. 

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John Howell speaks with Alexa James, Chief Executive of the National Alliance on Mental Illness Chicago (NAMI) and consultant to the CPD. After a string of CPD suicides, she says that the city is not doing enough to help overworked cops. She also discusses her proposed plans to address psychological issues within the ranks.  

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*Gary Fineout, author of POLITICO's Florida Playbook gives the reaction to J.B. Pritzker's speech from Saturday in the Sunshine State.

*First Amendment lawyer Bob Corn-Revere compares anti-abortion protestors to Anthony Comstock.

*Justin Finch of ABC discusses how the Secret Service is reacting to allegations that they intentionally deleted text messages.

*David Winston of the Winston Group describes the insanity of Joe Biden's campaign, saying that they are running out of gas.

*Plus, Dr. Amanda Paluch calls Chicago one of the most fit cities in America, and John wants to protect the Long Grove covered bridge.

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