Where Are They Now

This episode features Kevin Patrick and John “Jac” Kozar, Trustees of Villa Park, as they share their perspectives on leadership, community service, and the future of Villa Park.

This episode welcomes B&B & the Honey’s, celebrating the release of their debut album Reckless Heart. The band shares the inspiration behind their songs, the creative process that shaped their sound, and the journey leading up to this milestone moment. Listeners get an inside look at the excitement of launching a first album and the passion that drives their music.

This episode features Richard Lindberg – historian and author – who shares insights from his book Ethnic Chicago: A Complete Guide to the Many Faces & Culture of Chicago. He also discusses The Chicago 77, exploring the city’s diverse cultural and community landscape.

This episode spotlights Pamela Enzweiler-Pulice, director and producer of The Voice That Rocked America: The Dick Biondi Story. She shares her journey in creating the documentary, behind-the-scenes stories from production, and reflections on the legacy of legendary DJ Dick Biondi, who transformed American radio and influenced generations of listeners. The conversation highlights Pamela’s passion for storytelling and her mission to preserve an important chapter of broadcasting history.

This episode features Amy Pais-Richer, author and lifelong lover of art and literature, discussing her historical fiction novel Murdering Van Gogh. She explores the provocative idea that Vincent Van Gogh’s death may have been murder rather than suicide, weaving research and art history into a gripping narrative. Amy shares her writing process, her passion for reimagining history, and her reflections on Van Gogh’s enduring legacy.

This episode welcomes David Arieti – Environmental Scientist and Author – to discuss the symbolism and urgency of the Doomsday Clock, a measure of how close humanity stands to self-caused catastrophe. The conversation also explores recent seismic activity on Santorini, the volcanic island in the Aegean Sea that has been rattled by tens of thousands of mild quakes.

This episode features Evelyn Zumaya – Los Angeles–based writer who focuses on the life of silent film icon Rudolph Valentino and his wife Natacha Rambova. Evelyn discusses her work on The True Rudolph Valentino, offering fresh perspectives on the actor’s legacy and personal story.

This episode features Pete Letsos, General Manager of Sweet Cafe, located at 6348 W. Higgins in Chicago’s Jefferson Park neighborhood. Pete shares his background in the restaurant industry, his journey from River Grove to Arizona and back to Chicago, and his experience managing several well-known local restaurants before joining Sweet Cafe. The conversation highlights the cafe’s new menu items, fresh ingredients, free weekend valet parking, and commitment to community connection and hospitality.

This episode features Dr. Stephen Sherwin and Dr. Reza Gharole Ahangar, co-authors of the forthcoming book AI and the Future of Law Enforcement: Redefining Community Trust and Problem-Solving. They discuss how artificial intelligence can support policing, the importance of ethics and leadership in implementation, and the balance between technology and human decision-making.

This episode featured Jorianne The Coffee Psychic live in the studio. Jorianne shared her fascinating process of doing psychic readings using a cup of coffee as a crystal ball, interpreting images in the steam, cream, and bubbles to provide insight and guidance.