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  • Spirit of America: Wendy and Schwannie go to White Castle

    In honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding, Wendy will look at some of the biggest brands in American history. This week, Wendy looks at one of the world’s first fast-food chains, White Castle.

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    Spirit of America
    Scenes from a colonial resurrection: First-person interpretations of history draw America 250 crowds
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    Spirit of America: Yellowstone National Park
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    Will rare ‘July 4th’ quarters be super valuable?
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    Far above the Earth, NASA’s Apollo lunar lander put astronauts on the moon
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    The Founding Father America almost forgot
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    Dr. Santina Wheat answers vaccination questions
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    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | September 13
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    Why we need to talk about mental health struggles
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    The importance of seasonal flu shots
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    Dane Neal in for Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | September 6
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    10 min
  • Chat GPT told me I have what?

    Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder for this week’s health update. They discuss concerns about AI chatbots providing medical assistance and earbuds causing ear infections, and they take listener questions.

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    Fiji declares an HIV emergency and expands testing as cases surge
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    Fiji declares an HIV emergency
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    WHO sees ‘encouraging signs’ in Congo Ebola fight, but warns cases in one eastern region are surging
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    At least 48 dead in Nigeria after consuming drink suspected to contain methanol, authorities say
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    Kennedy tells anti-vaccine activists they have a friend in Trump’s White House
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    Dr. Santina Wheat answers vaccination questions
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    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | September 13
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    Why we need to talk about mental health struggles
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    The importance of seasonal flu shots
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    Dane Neal in for Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | September 6
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  • Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | June 7

    Wendy Snyder, Dave Schwan, Tony DeNardis and Eli Berk start the show still trying to figure out how the “67” trend started and dive into other famous phrases throughout history.

    For today’s Far Flung Forecast, Dave takes us out to Abilene, Kansas.

    Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy for this week’s health update. Dr. Wheat gives an update on the Ebola outbreak, highlights why we’re seeing an increase in tetanus cases and takes listener questions.

    Randy Merkin, longtime sports radio producer and author, joins Wendy to discuss his new book, Beyond the Glass: More Stories from a Sports Radio Producer, as well as dive into the art of the Chicago superstar athlete. To get the book, visit Beyond the Glass.

    Alex Zalben, Editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder to discuss the latest in television, entertainment, and streaming. The duo talk about The Vampire Lestat, Cape Fear, and prepare for the Tony Awards!

    In honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding, Wendy will look at some of the biggest brands in American history. This week, Wendy looks at the world’s largest beverage company, Coca-Cola.

    Dan Kosta, horticulturist at Hinsdale’s Vern Goers Greenhouse, joins the show to answer all your plant questions.

    WGN Radio News anchor Ron Brown joins Wendy to talk about the latest on the big screen, including Stand By Me’s 40th anniversary screening and a special showing of Supergirl.

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    Sunday Morning
    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | June 7
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    Dr. Santina Wheat with the latest vaccine updates
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    Spirit of America: ‘Pop’ culture at its finest
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    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | May 31
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    Spirit of America: The original chocolate factory
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    2 hr 41 min
  • Dr. Santina Wheat with the latest vaccine updates

    Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder for this week’s health update. Dr. Wheat gives an update on the Ebola outbreak, highlights why we’re seeing an increase in tetanus cases, and takes listener questions.

    https://serve.castfire.com/s:northwestern_medicine_KEiLn/audio/8436612/8436612_2026-06-07-184212.128.mp3
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    Romania sets Guinness record with miles-long table, raises funds for pediatric psychiatry hospital
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    After tragedy, a Greek couple welcomes a daughter born from an embryo frozen for 22 years
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    Officials declare end to cyclospora outbreak
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    Ebola outbreak in Congo spreads to a 7th province
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    UK lawmakers vote down bill to allow assisted dying in England and Wales
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    Sunday Morning
    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | June 7
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    Dr. Santina Wheat with the latest vaccine updates
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    Spirit of America: ‘Pop’ culture at its finest
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    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | May 31
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    Spirit of America: The original chocolate factory
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    20 min
  • Spirit of America: ‘Pop’ culture at its finest

    In honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding, Wendy will look at some of the biggest brands in American history. This week, Wendy looks at the world’s largest beverage company, Coca-Cola.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8436613/8436613_2026-06-07-181013.128.mp3
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    Spirit of America: Yellowstone National Park
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    Will rare ‘July 4th’ quarters be super valuable?
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    Far above the Earth, NASA’s Apollo lunar lander put astronauts on the moon
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    The Founding Father America almost forgot
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    Women’s stories to be told at new National Mall monument
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    Sunday Morning
    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | June 7
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    Dr. Santina Wheat with the latest vaccine updates
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    Spirit of America: ‘Pop’ culture at its finest
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    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | May 31
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    Spirit of America: The original chocolate factory
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    11 min
  • Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | May 31

    Wendy Snyder, Dave Schwan, Tony DeNardis, and Eli Berk start the show exploring how many tangents they can follow, from Curious George to pet parades to alcohol observations.

    For today’s Far Flung Forecast, Dave takes us out to Tulsa, Oklahoma.

    Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy for this week’s health update. They discuss how to stay safe from cases like Ebola and sepsis, dive deeper into different forms of arthritis, and take listener questions.

    Charlie Roumeliotis, Blackhawks pre and post-game host on WGN Radio, joins Wendy to reflect on the life and career of Blackhawks legend Dennis Hull, who passed away at the age of 81.

    In honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding, Wendy will look at some of the biggest brands in American history. This week, Wendy looks at Baker’s Chocolate, founded in 1765, before the Revolutionary War.

    Alex Zalben, Editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder to discuss the latest in television, entertainment, and streaming. The duo talk about Spider-Noir, Euphoria, Hacks, and much more!

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    Sunday Morning
    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | June 7
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    Dr. Santina Wheat with the latest vaccine updates
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    Spirit of America: ‘Pop’ culture at its finest
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    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | May 31
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    Spirit of America: The original chocolate factory
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    1 hr 14 min
  • Spirit of America: The original chocolate factory

    In honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States’ founding, Wendy Snyder will look at some of the biggest brands in American history. This week, Wendy looks at Baker’s Chocolate, founded in 1765, before the Revolutionary War.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8421667/8421667_2026-05-31-162607.128.mp3
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    Spirit of America
    Spirit of America: Yellowstone National Park
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    Will rare ‘July 4th’ quarters be super valuable?
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    Far above the Earth, NASA’s Apollo lunar lander put astronauts on the moon
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    The Founding Father America almost forgot
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    Women’s stories to be told at new National Mall monument
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    Sunday Morning
    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | June 7
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    Dr. Santina Wheat with the latest vaccine updates
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    Spirit of America: ‘Pop’ culture at its finest
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    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | May 31
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    Spirit of America: The original chocolate factory
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    10 min
  • This Week in Health with Dr. Santina Wheat

    Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder for this week’s health update. They discuss how to stay safe from cases like Ebola and sepsis, dive deeper into different forms of arthritis, and take listener questions.

    https://serve.castfire.com/s:northwestern_medicine_KEiLn/audio/8421669/8421669_2026-05-31-165209.128.mp3
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    How many sodas should you have a month?
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    8 officials suspended after probe into Pakistan hospital fire that killed 14 newborns
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    How international supermarkets can break up a dinner rut without costing a fortune
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    Measles deaths reported in Pennsylvania spark fight among politicians and health officials
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    Reports split over whether forced contraception of Greenlandic women and girls constituted genocide
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    Sunday Morning
    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | June 7
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    Dr. Santina Wheat with the latest vaccine updates
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    Spirit of America: ‘Pop’ culture at its finest
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    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | May 31
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    Spirit of America: The original chocolate factory
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  • Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | May 17

    Wendy Snyder, Dave Schwan, Eli Berk, and Tony DeNardis start the show by talking about lunch boxes from back in the day, banana nut bread, and the Crosstown Classic.

    For today’s Far Flung Forecast, Dave takes us out to Uniondale, New York, located on Long Island.

    Then, Dr. Michael Lou, Medical Director for Hospitalists at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, joins Wendy for this week’s health update. Dr. Lou discusses the latest with hantavirus and tick-borne illnesses.

    Alex Zalben, Editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder to discuss the latest in television, entertainment, and streaming. The duo talk about Apple TV’s ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’, ‘The Boys’ series finale, ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’, and more!

    Magician and mind-reader Dennis Watkins chats with Wendy about his interactive magic show, The Magic Parlour, in downtown Chicago. Dennis shares his family’s magic history and his favorite trick to perform.

    Dan Kosta, horticulturist at Hinsdale’s Vern Goers Greenhouse, joins the show to answer all your plant questions, such as when to start planting in the spring, moving plants to new locations, and properly preparing the soil.

    To wrap it up, WGN Radio News Anchor Ron Brown joins the show to highlight the Cannes Film Festival, which sets the stage for the Oscars, as well as a new documentary on John Lennon.

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    Sunday Morning
    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | June 7
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    Dr. Santina Wheat with the latest vaccine updates
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    Spirit of America: ‘Pop’ culture at its finest
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    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | May 31
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    Spirit of America: The original chocolate factory
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    2 hr 16 min
  • Dr. Lou on hantavirus and tick diseases

    Dr. Michael Lou, Medical Director for Hospitalists at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder for this week’s health update. Dr. Lou discusses the latest with hantavirus and how it differs from COVID-19, what we need to know about tick-borne illnesses, and he answers listeners’ health questions.

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    8 officials suspended after probe into Pakistan hospital fire that killed 14 newborns
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    How international supermarkets can break up a dinner rut without costing a fortune
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    Measles deaths reported in Pennsylvania spark fight among politicians and health officials
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    Reports split over whether forced contraception of Greenlandic women and girls constituted genocide
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    ‘Brain-eating amoeba’ leaves NC teen critically ill
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    Sunday Morning
    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | June 7
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    Dr. Santina Wheat with the latest vaccine updates
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    Spirit of America: ‘Pop’ culture at its finest
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    Wendy Snyder on Sunday Morning | May 31
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    Spirit of America: The original chocolate factory
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    17 min

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Wendy Snyder was born and bred in Brookfield, IL and has been a familiar voice on the Chicago radio dial for four decades. In 1986, Wendy started her broadcasting career at WLUP-97.9 FM/The LOOP.…

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