🏥 Jeff checks in from Lake Forest Hospital with a FULL TOUR! This week Pete, Jeff (calling in from his hospital bed!), and Joe tackle everything happening in Lake Forest: Jeff gives us an inside look at the brand-new Lake Forest Hospital wing, the city unveils plans for America's 250th birthday bash, and we break down the City Council's awkward omnibus vote mix-up. Plus: Should texting while driving carry the same penalties as drunk driving? Can Lake Forest and Lake Bluff share beaches (for dogs too!)? What goes in a time capsule that won't be opened until 2076?🎆 AMERICA'S 250TH CELEBRATIONLake Forest is going ALL OUT this July! Concert in the square, ticketed dinner at Elawa Farms, fireworks at Deer Path Park with Fletcher Rockwell & Freddie Jones Band headlining, ice cream social at the beach... and Alderman Gosherian wants to bury a time capsule.🏥 JEFF'S HOSPITAL TOURJeff tours Lake Forest Hospital's new Ken Griffin wing from the inside: 15-minute wait times, luxury rooms, good food, and way better than Highland Park Hospital (his words, not ours).🗳️ CITY COUNCIL DRAMAThe omnibus vote error, parking changes, and why the Waukegan/Everett intersection is finally getting fixed with state grant money.🚗 TEXTING = DRUNK DRIVING?The guys debate which is more dangerous and why Illinois should increase penalties for texting behind the wheel.🐕 JEFF'S DOG BEACH DREAMAn intergovernmental agreement between Lake Forest and Lake Bluff so residents can use each other's beaches? Jeff's all in.⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:48 Lake Forest City Council Meeting    • LF City Council | 02.17.2026  6:25 Fourth of July 250th Celebration 🎆7:35 Philippe Melin Discussion9:41 Baby Beauty Pageants Debate 👶14:09 City Council Omnibus Vote Difficulty 🗳️20:24 Primary Election Talk25:35 City Council Meeting on Parking 🚗26:35 Waukegan and Everett Intersection 🚧29:33 Drunk Driving or Texting - Which is Worse? 📱32:26 Morgan Coghill Show Card    • 🎙️ Lake Forest Podcast: Morgan Coghill Cha...  36:07 Jeff Joins & Tours New Lake Forest Hospital Wings 🏥37:08 Lake Forest Hospital ER Review ⭐41:30 Parking and Jeff's Thoughts42:08 Best Car Washes in Lake Forest 🚙44:42 Time Capsule for 2076 ⏰46:12 Pączki at Gerhard's   / 1fme9a3ate  47:35 Ragdale Historic Home https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ragdale49:20 Doggie Drinking Fountain 🐶51:20 Jeff's Dog Beach Idea 🏖️53:07 Valentine's Day at Bratsk's 💕55:30 Dog Poop Discussion🔗 Links & Resources:📺 Lake Forest City Council Meeting:    • LF City Council | 02.17.2026  🎤 Morgan Coghill Shoutout:    • 🎙️ Lake Forest Podcast: Morgan Coghill Cha...  🥐 Gerhard's Bakery Pączki:   / 1fme9a3ate  🏛️ Ragdale Foundation: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ragdale🎙️ COMING NEXT WEEK: Live recording at Bratsk's with Nina! Restaurant reviews and a fresh perspective.🙏 Support the Show:Get early access on Patreon:   / lakeforestpodcast  Subscribe & hit the bell for Lake Forest news every week📧 Contact: [email protected]🌐 Website: https://www.lakeforestpodcast.com#LakeForestPodcast #PeteJansons #JeffUrso #JoeWeiss #LakeForestIL #LakeBluffIL #LakeForestHospital #CityCouncil #LocalNews #America250

Local pride explodes! Lake Bluff's Riley Mills (Lake Forest HS '20 grad, Notre Dame Fighting Irish alum, Seahawks rookie) delivers his FIRST NFL sack... in the SUPER BOWL! From injury recovery (couldn't walk a year ago) to bull-rushing the Pats' line in Seattle's dominant 29-13 win over New England—better late than never! 🏈🔥 Seahawks' defense crushes with 6 sacks total.The guys recap Super Bowl LX vibes (blowout game, Bad Bunny halftime in Spanish sparking international growth debate vs. controversy/Kid Rock alternative), other Lake Forest sports legends (Matt Grevers swimming golds, Hilary Knight hockey, Caleb Durbin MLB trade), local issues (parking/valet drama, Shields Supervisor, Brad Schneider focus), Valentine's Day, restaurant review rants ("Karen Table for One" idea), Big Ed's BBQ + Jay Leno visit, Elawa Farms shoutout, live stream ideas, and Ring's lost pet feature/privacy takes.Key Moments (exact/near-exact wording + timestamps/URLs where provided):0:00 Lake Forest High School Graduate Riley Mills Sack In Super Bowl    • Rylie Mills' EPIC First Sack in the Super ...  3:37 Perhaps the greatest moment in Lake Forest Scouts athletic history in professional sports... Riley Mills sack in the Super Bowl.5:15 Better late than never... first career sack came in a Super Bowl.11:18 Matt Grevers in Olympics https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matt_Gr...11:28 Hilary Knight in Olympics https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hilary_...12:07 Caleb Durbin https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caleb_D...13:06 Did Roger Goodell sell out the NFL with Bad Bunny at halftime show?21:50 Parking update22:45 Valets in Lake Forest23:45 What is the problem with valets?26:40 Morgan Coghill recap32:17 Should Congressman Brad Schneider of the 10th district in Illinois pay more attention to issues in the 10th district34:40 Shields Supervisor responsibility36:50 Valentine's Day46:41 Dealing with Restaurant Reviews53:20 Big Ed's BBQ and Jay Leno58:35 Laura Calvert Elawa Farms show clip    • Laura Calvert Executive Director Elawa Far...  59:10 Should we do a live stream1:01:50 Ring Lost Pet Feature https://ring.com/support/articles/pkh...Subscribe:    / @lakeforestpodcast  Visit: https://www.lakeforestpodcast.comSupport:   / lakeforestpodcast  #LakeForestPodcast #PeteJansons #SkooWalker #JeffUrso #JoeWeiss #LakeForestIL #LakeBluffIL #RileyMills #SuperBowlSack #SuperBowlLX #Seahawks #NotreDame #LakeBluffPride #NFL #BadBunny #HalftimeShow #LocalPolitics #ParkingDrama #RestaurantReviews #BigEdsBBQ #ElawaFarms #RingPetAlert #ValentinesDay #IllinoisPolitics #PodcastLife

🚨 Lake Forest is talking politics, turnout drama & local heat! 🔥Pete Jansons, Joe Weiss, Jeff Urso & guests go hard on Morgan Coghill’s return challenge to Brad Schneider, the infamous 8% voter turnout roast, Joe’s LF4T complaint, and downtown parking shake-up.Key Moments (your timestamps + links):0:00 Intro & sponsors 💥9:10 Morgan Coghill https://www.coghillforcongress.com/10:37 Congressman Brad Schneider Guest List Dispute https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/0...11:20 Indivisible Illinois Statewide and Local Action Groups https://www.indivisibleillinois.org/c...20:28 Term Limits in Congress ⚖️22:00 Coghill Show Clip    • 🛑 Socialism Hits the North Shore?! Morgan ...  22:40 Coghill Voting vs Schneider voting – what would be different with Morgan?24:20 Supply Chains, Drugs and Inflation 💊32:20 Brad Schneider Staffer arrested 😳40:15 ID for voting? 🗳️42:30 Shortage of Health Care Facilities and Personnel44:40 Free Medical School 🎓48:00 Trade Schools 🔧51:37 Democratic Socialists should do mandatory military/public service56:05 Joe Weiss files complaint against LF4T 📜1:00:33 Parents Care ❤️1:02:08 Update On Lake Forest Parking from City Council Meeting 🅿️1:17:14 Is 8% good enough voter turnout in Lake Forest? 🤨1:19:25 Is there someone that can make sure we aren’t getting defrauded in the 10th District?1:21:50 City Of Lake Forest Parking Presentation    • LF City Council | 02.02.2026  Subscribe for more Lake Forest fire:    / @lakeforestpodcast  Website: https://www.lakeforestpodcast.comSupport the show:   / lakeforestpodcast  #LakeForestPodcast #MorganCoghill #BradSchneider #LakeForestIL #IL10 #VoterTurnout #LF4T

The Lake Forest Podcast hosts Pete Jansons, Joe Weiss, Jeff Urso, and former State Senator Susan Garrett discuss the recent failure of the Lake Forest Caucus bylaw amendment. The team explores the controversy surrounding internet voting, the need for binding results in caucus elections, and strategies to increase local voter participation from its current 8% level.Key Moments0:00 Intro6:22 Caucus Bylaw Vote Failed17:28 Pete's framing of the voting issue18:48 Senator Susan Garrett's take on the voting issue32:45 How do we get more people to vote in local election issues38:02 Enjoy Lake Forest videos Eileen Looby    • Inside Lake Forest - South Gate Cafe  47:09 Trust and Transparency Caucus what happened to Next President why did he resign?1:11:17 Pete's been complaining about the Lake Forest Caucus Bylaws for 5 years    • Throw Back Thursday: May 6, 2021 Lake Fore...  1:14:40 The Lake Forest Podcast ability to get discourse going on issuesSubscribe:    / @lakeforestpodcast  Visit: https://www.lakeforestpodcast.comSupport:   / lakeforestpodcast  #LakeForestPodcast #PeteJansons #SkooWalker #JeffUrso #JoeWeiss #LakeForestIL #LakeBluffIL #CaucusBylaws #LocalPolitics #AbsenteeVoting #InternetVoting #SusanGarrett #VoterTurnout #CommunityEngagement #Transparency #ElectionDebate #Bylaws #IllinoisPolitics #LakeCounty #LocalGovernment

Bears heartbreak meltdown 😤 Caleb's miracle not enough, field goal regrets everywhere! Caucus remote voting vote THIS SATURDAY—big debate on electronic option 🗳️💥 Joe Weiss filing complaint vs Lake Forest for Transparency ⚖️💰 Plus ER ambulance costs, firefighter contract update, Wiener Circle NSFW rants, Parents Care FOIA win, and Lake Forest chaos.Crew: Pete Jansons, Jeff Urso, Joe Weiss + Lori Fitzgerald & Philippe Melin!Key Moments:0:00 - Intro & sponsors9:12 - Conor Clark show    • Connor Clark's Journey in Sports Broadcast...  18:30 - Weiner Circle19:40 - Weiner Circle experience (Raunchy language NSFW Ear Muffs)    • The Cheeseburger Show: Wiener's Circle Unc...  27:50 - How Much is an ambulance ride in Lake Forest?28:50 - Any update on The Fireman Contract/Staffing?    • Lake Forest Illinois Firefighters UNDERSTA...  30:35 - Caucus Vote regarding Online Voting https://www.lakeforestcaucus.com/endo...https://www.lakeforestcaucus.com/post...41:06 - Why are people against remote voting?48:29 - What should be changed in the bylaws? In priority?57:50 - Philippe Melin Joins the show59:07 - Parents Care Update https://www.parentscare.org/1:01:05 - Parents Care Attorney General Victory Against Lake Forest Schools1:14:32 - Joe Weiss Challenging Lake Forest For TransparencySubscribe:    / @lakeforestpodcast  Visit: https://www.lakeforestpodcast.comSupport:   / lakeforestpodcast  

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Pete Jansons and Jeff Urso break down the Bears' epic comeback over the Packers and preview the huge NFC Divisional showdown vs. the Rams this Sunday. They share wild bar stories from the win (crowds going nuts at Duffers!), predict the game, rant on Lake Forest parking drama (Deer Path trees stealing spots?), and chat Chicago sports, local eats, and more North Shore vibes.Key Moments:3:01 – Bears victory celebration & bandwagon talk6:07 – Bar energy during the Packers comeback9:47 – Mental game & never-give-up mindset11:12 – Duffers tailgate plans for Rams game38:32 – Parking battles & train lot solutionsSubscribe:    / @lakeforestpodcast  Visit: https://www.lakeforestpodcast.comSupport:   / lakeforestpodcast  #LakeForestPodcast #PeteJansons #JeffUrso #ChicagoBears #BearsVsRams #NFLPlayoffs #LakeForestIL #LakeBluffIL #BearDown #ChicagoSports #BearsPlayoffs #LocalBars #Duffers #ParkingWars #NorthShore #NFL #CalebWilliams #SoldierField #ChicagoFootball #CommunityTalk

🔥 NEW EPISODE DROPPED! Pete Jansons & Joe Weiss are fired up talking Bears-Packers showdown 🏈 (with some BOLD predictions!), diving deep into the hot Lake Forest Caucus online voting debate 🗳️, and bringing the energy with Jeff Urso spilling tailgate plans 🍔🍻, epic local business stories, and wild Highland Park bureaucracy drama 😤. Pure Lake Forest chaos, laughs, and real talk – you don’t wanna miss this! 🚀💥Key Moments00:00 Patreon Supporters02:25 Happy New Year and Bears Talk04:19 Lake Forest Caucus Voting Discussion13:04 Jeff Urso Joins27:03 Tailgate Plans29:12 Lights and Holidays30:10 Highland Park Liquor License Story38:21 Predictions: Packers 28-1442:47 Wrap UpSubscribe:    / @lakeforestpodcast  Visit: https://www.lakeforestpodcast.comSupport:   / lakeforestpodcast  #LakeForestPodcast #PeteJansons #JeffUrso #JoeWeiss #LakeForestIL #LakeBluffIL #ChicagoBears #GreenBayPackers #BearsVsPackers #LakeForestCaucus #OnlineVoting #CaucusVote #LocalPolitics #NFLTalk #CommunityPodcast #IllinoisFootball #TailgateParty #BearDown

🎉 Buckle up for a fun-filled episode on the Lake Forest Podcast! We're diving into epic New Year's Eve plans 🍾, Chicago's hot new video gaming laws 🎰, juicy insider tips from Bratski's bar with guest Nina 🍻, quirky Florida living hacks 🌴😎, Bears football thrills 🏈, and spicy local politics like school choice referendums and caucus voting revamps 🗳️. Laughter, insights, and Lake Forest vibes await!Key Moments:0:00 - Shout out to Bratski's Bar https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1000934624045518:32 - Sunny's in Naples: A Chicago-style joint in Florida https://sonnysnaples.com/14:54 - American Place Casino in Waukegan https://americanplace.com/15:40 - Nina from Bratski's joins the show25:40 - Tip Credit from the Federal Government46:45 - What's coming up in 2026Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@LakeForestPodcastVisit: https://www.lakeforestpodcast.comSupport: https://www.patreon.com/lakeforestpodcast#lakeforestpodcast #PeteJansons #SkooWalker #JeffUrso #JoeWeiss #LakeForestIL #LakeBluffIL #NewYearsEve #BarGaming #ChicagoGaming #BratskisBar #FloridaLiving #BearsFootball #PackersRivalry #LocalPolitics #CaucusVoting #VideoGamingTerminals #ShieldsTownship #IllinoisPolitics

🎄 Merry Christmas, Lake Forest! 🎅☕ Grab your coffee and kick off the morning with Pete and Jeff Urso dishing out fun local holiday stories (Santa on fire trucks! 🔥🚒), the INSANE Bears comeback 🐻💥, cruise hacks 🛳️🍹, beer trends 🍺, and killer pizza secrets straight from a pro (Detroit-style origins + homemade dough tips! 🍕🔥). Perfect cozy Christmas listen on this warmer-than-usual day!Key Moments0:00 Intro & Sponsors2:46 Greeting & Merry Christmas3:22 Christmas Stories: Santa on Fire Trucks in Lake Bluff4:43 Weather Chat: Warm Christmas & Ice Rinks5:18 Bears Game Excitement & Playoff Predictions8:40 Discovering Blenders at Local Clubs9:47 Cruise Tips: Packages, Balconies & Hacks13:19 College Football Bowl Games & Notre Dame Debate15:14 Beer Trends: Guinness Season & Yingling17:10 Shots & Drinks: Lemon Drops to Rumplements20:01 Brewery Shifts: From IPAs to Full Bars21:03 Staff Holiday Gatherings23:42 Pizza Tips: Grilling Pizza & Dough Recipes30:15 Detroit Style Pizza History & Origins36:27 Deep Dish Chicago Pizza History39:45 Holiday Food Plans: Seafood, Pierogis & Sushi44:19 Closing: New Year's Wishes: New Year's WishesSubscribe:    / @lakeforestpodcast  Visit: https://www.lakeforestpodcast.comSupport:   / lakeforestpodcast  #lakeforestpodcast #PeteJansons #SkooWalker #JeffUrso #JoeWeiss #LakeForestIL #LakeBluffIL #MerryChristmas #ChristmasMorning #BearsFootball #ChicagoBears #PizzaSecrets #DetroitPizza #HolidayTraditions #CruiseTips #GuinnessSeason #BearsPlayoffs #LocalBars #WarmChristmas #ChristmasStories