John Dempsey stopped by John Howell's podcast "As I Was Saying" to relive Rory McIlroy’s dramatic victory at the 2025 Masters. The two discuss McIlroy’s emotional journey, his long-awaited Grand Slam, and the tournament’s unforgettable moments. They also weigh in on the state of professional golf, the culture at Augusta, and the future of the game.

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John Dempsey speaks with Ted Rossman, Senior Industry Analyst at Bankrate.com, about how rising tariffs and inflation are affecting American consumers. Rossman explains why current market volatility feels different from past crises and offers practical advice for managing personal finances during uncertain times. From credit card debt to side hustles, this episode is packed with insights to help listeners stay financially resilient.

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John Dempsey is joined by veteran Chicago radio host John Howell for an unfiltered conversation about Donald Trump’s return to power, the economic shock of new tariffs, and the fractured state of American media. Howell reflects on the dangers of a presidency unbound by internal checks and explains why January 6th was a turning point in his own career. From Trump’s fixation on Greenland to the future of the Democratic Party, this episode covers the chaos, consequences, and context behind today’s headlines.

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In the debut episode of What Does It Mean?, host John Dempsey speaks with Chicago meteorologist and educator Rick DiMaio about the growing threat posed by federal budget cuts to the National Weather Service and NOAA. DiMaio explains how these reductions are already affecting weather forecasting, public safety, and aviation. He also shares insights from his career in television and the classroom, and why science education matters more than ever.

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