John Williams

Debt relief attorney Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law Firm joins John Williams to explain what you need to know about changes that are coming to student loans on July 1st.

David Schultz, Distinguished University Professor of Political Science and Legal Studies, Hamline University, joins John Williams to break down today’s Supreme Court decisions on birthright citizenship, transgender athletes, and political party spending.

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about the Supreme Court saying they will consider striking down assault weapons bans in the Chicago-area, the Supreme Court making a decision on birthright citizenship, and the 100th anniversary of the term ‘Chicagoland‘ being used in print.

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Historian Clay Jenkinson and John Williams look at the Bill of Rights and discuss the strengths, weaknesses and challenges presented by this 235 year-old document.

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the possibility of interest rate hikes as the Fed looks to combat inflation, how SpaceX is doing after the initial IPO, why AI stocks were hit hard this week, the bipartisan housing bill that is waiting […]

Dr. Bal Nandra, Founder and Medical Director of IV Solutions and Ketamine Centers of Chicago, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to answer all of your questions about weight loss medications. For more information, call 844-9-NEWYOU.

Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to talk about President Trump not signing a bipartisan housing bill until the Senate passes the SAVE Act.

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Katie Walsh, Director, Rosemont Convention & Tourism Bureau, joins John Williams to talk about the proximity of Rosemont to O’Hare Airport, what makes Rosemont unique, the amazing restaurants and endless entertainment opportunities in town, and how there is something for everyone in Rosemont!

Chris Stephens, Executive Director of the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, joins John to talk about the large amount of events they host each year, how many people visit the convention center, why repeat business is integral to their success, the way the city of Rosemont supports the convention business, and why Rosemont remains a […]

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about the health benefits of sauerkraut, the vegetables that should be on your grocery list, and to answer all of your health and nutrition questions.

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Historian Clay Jenkinson and John Williams look at the Bill of Rights and discuss the strengths, weaknesses and challenges presented by this 235 year-old document.

Musician Fulton Lee joins John Williams to talk about how his career has taken off after achieving viral success, the way he creates his his popular videos, how his tour has been going so far, the best way to follow his music releases, and his upcoming show at Lincoln Hall!

Elder law attorney Kerry Peck joins John Williams to answer all your questions about elder law, trusts, wills, and elder abuse. Kerry talks about the price people are paying for elder care, and how people that have multiple marriages often end up in trust disputes.

We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob tells us the best time to go after those pesky weeds. And how should you apply your weed […]

Zach Schonfeld, legal affairs reporter for The Hill, joins John Williams to talk about upcoming Supreme Court decisions. Zach explains the key cases the court is working on including birthright citizenship and mail-in ballots.

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Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins John Williams to talk about a new study that found that the two-dose Shingrix shingles vaccine is linked to a 33% lower risk of dementia in adults over age 65. Dr. Kopin also answers your medical questions.

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The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for John Williams, to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou talks about all the rain we’ve been getting and the best way to protect your home from flooding. And Lou recommends a product that will solve all of your […]

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Historian Clay Jenkinson and John Williams look at the Bill of Rights and discuss the strengths, weaknesses and challenges presented by this 235 year-old document. On this installment, Clay and John examine the Seventh Amendment.

Alex Silverman, Staff Writer at Sports Business Journal, joins John Williams to talk about the economic impact of the World Cup on the U.S. host cities.

Connell McShane, anchor of ‘NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,’ joins John Williams to talk about the USMNT World Cup game and the latest on the possible deal between the U.S. and Iran to end the war.

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It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some quick getaway ideas that are only a quick trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we take a trip east into the Hoosier state and […]

As WGN Radio’s inaugural Chicagoland’s Best Hot Dogs Tournament reaches its championship round, John Williams talked to Chicago’s Very Own Eats podcast co-host/bracketologist Michael Piff about the contenders facing off, Rand Red Hots and Cozzi Corner, and how listeners can vote. The champion will be announced Monday, June 22nd, on The John Williams Show after […]

Bestselling author and journalist A.J. Jacobs and John Williams look at the Bill of Rights and discuss the strengths, weaknesses and challenges presented by this 235 year-old document.

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The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972, multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope’s Screening Room, and award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. The Rascals start the podcast this week talking about the man who allegedly burned a cross in Grant Park. What do the Rascals […]

We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob says the rain has been good for our lawns, but hopefully we won’t see any standing water.

Looking for something to read while on a beach vacation? Or a long flight? Or a thunderstorm? Our WGN Radio Book Club has some suggestions. John Williams (weekdays 10am-2pm, including The Noon Business Lunch, plus the Mincing Rascals podcast) IN THE DAYS OF MY YOUTH I WAS TOLD WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A MAN: A Memoir, by […]

John Williams was joined again by Green Attic Co-Owner/CEO Andrei Turea to talk about how they help you stay cool, how to improve your insulation, and how to take advantage of their available utility rebates. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8460826/8460826_2026-06-17-174526.64kmono.mp3 Get scheduled for a free home inspection to start saving and to stay cool this summer by calling 847-777-4777 […]

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Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about ‘The Dutch Reach’ and what drivers can do to be more careful when exiting a car, Uber and Lyft routinely using artificial intelligence to charge customers dramatically different prices, and why he believes good friends make the best officiants at wedding ceremonies that […]

Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, joins John Williams to talk about a new study that shows GLP-1 medications may improve male fertility, and why you should be aware of your blood pressure and pulse pressure.

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Sam Panayotovich of Fox 32 Sports and formerly of WGN Radio joins John Williams to talk about the top sports stories making news this week including the incredible early season performance from your Chicago White Sox, how the USA team did in its first World Cup match, the Knicks winning the NBA Championship, and the Bulls hiring […]

Christopher Borrelli, features writer at the Chicago Tribune, joins John Williams to share his thoughts about the Obama Presidential Center.

The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tell us the projects we need to be working on this week. Lou tells us that now would be a great time to start budgeting for a whole-house generator. Lou also answers all of your home improvement questions. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 […]

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Hamline University political science professor David Schultz and John Williams look at the Bill of Rights and discuss the strengths, weaknesses and challenges presented by this 235 year-old document. Today, John and David break down the ‘all-encompassing’ Fifth Amendment.

Craig Bolanos, Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins John Williams to talk about the SpaceX IPO, why people are excited about this IPO, and if you should consider buying some of SpaceX right now.

Joe Khalil, NewsNation’s Senior Congressional Correspondent, joins John Williams to talk about this weekend’s UFC event happening at the White House, and President Trump saying that a deal with Iran is close.

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Abraham Madkour, Publisher & Executive Editor of Street & Smith’s Sports Business Journal, joins John Williams to talk about the work they do at the publication, why it’s a ‘sexy’ time to be in sports, his thoughts on the tug of war over the future of the Bears stadium, how generations of NBA fans will […]

The great film critic Michael Phillips joins John Williams to give his review of the highly anticipated Steven Spielberg film, ‘Disclosure Day.’