Best Nbc5 Podcasts (2025)

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 28, 2025 2:24:57

12h ago2:24:57

2:24:57

On today's show: – David Graham, staff writer at The Atlantic and author of The Project: How Project 2025 Is Reshaping America – Helene Klodawsky, independent filmmaker and director of “Stolen Time,” a 2023 feature documentary that confronts the corporate nursing home industry through the eyes of a young elder rights lawyer – David Hochberg, vice p…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 27, 2025 2:23:38

1d ago2:23:38

2:23:38

On today's show: – Rex Huppke, USA Today columnist – Chris Bury, senior journalist-in-residence, DePaul University Joan also talked about this HuffPost article. Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). See omnystudio.com/listener for pri…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Robert Weiner 18:42

2d ago18:42

18:42

Joan is joined by Robert Weiner, director of the Voting Rights Project at the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law. Weiner discussed the challenges of voting rights, including Congress's failure to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Act and the Supreme Court's 2013 decision striking down Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act. He highlighted vo…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Dr. Kevin King, oncologist 22:50

2d ago22:50

22:50

Joan is joined by Dr. Kevin King, radiation oncologist at City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago, answering questions related to former President Joe Biden's recent prostate cancer diagnosis. Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). And find…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 23, 2025 2:30:03

6d ago2:30:03

2:30:03

On today's show: – Dr. Kevin King, radiation oncologist at City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago – Susan Casey, author of “Underworld: Journeys to the Depths of the Ocean” – Zaldwaynaka (“Z”) Scott, president of Chicago State University – Robert Weiner, director of the Voting Rights Project at the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Catch "J…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive with guest host John St. Augustine May 22, 2025 2:34:43

7d ago2:34:43

2:34:43

On today's show John St. Augustine fills in for Joan and his guests are: – Cathleen Falsani, author and journalist – Tom Schaffner with some Riverview memories – Heidy Moran, principal at Carl Schurz High School – Dr. Betsy Southerland, former director of the Office of Science and Technology in EPA’s Office of Water Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Loca…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Rep. Jonathan Jackson 24:39

7d ago24:39

24:39

Joan is joined by Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-IL). He discussed his exchange, hours earlier, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio at a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing, highlighting Rubio's shift from supporting diversity and inclusion to aligning with Trump's anti-diversity stance. Jackson also criticized President Donald Trump's acceptance of …

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 21, 2025 2:31:35

8d ago2:31:35

2:31:35

On today's show: – Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-IL) – Andrei Turea, Green Attic Roofing and Insulation Company – David Layman, former Providence, Rhode Island, news anchor, managing editor, and political commentator for RIPBS – Spencer Critchley, author of Patriots of Two Nations and host of the Dastardly Cleverness in the Service of Good podcast Catch…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 20, 2025 2:26:58

9d ago2:26:58

2:26:58

On today's show: – Mike Sozan, senior fellow at the Center for American Progress Action Fund – Dr. John Murphy, professor of communication at the University of Illinois and an expert on the history of American public address and political rhetoric – Khartik Uppalapati, biomedical researcher, global health advocate, and founder of RareGen Youth Netw…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 19, 2025 44:02

9d ago44:02

44:02

Due to technical issues, today's recording begins in progress and only includes the final two guests, Channyn Parker and David Leopold. On today's show: – Camaron Stevenson, national correspondent in Washington, D.C. for Courier – Bobby Kogan, senior director of Federal Budget Policy at the Center for American Progress – Channyn Parker, CEO at Brav…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Patrick Hanley, candidate for Illinois Senate 11:50

12d ago11:50

11:50

Joan is joined by Patrick Hanley, head of the New Trier Democrats and Democratic candidate for the 9th Illinois State Senate seat (currently held by Laura Fine). In the interview, Hanley, who announced his candidacy on May 8, said he sees his "role in this as a community organizer, as a civic leader [and] as somebody who cares deeply about our peop…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Illinois Poet Laureate Mark Turcotte 19:57

12d ago19:57

19:57

Joan is joined by Mark Turcotte, Illinois Poet Laureate and distinguished writer in residence at DePaul University. Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). And find the Joan Esposito (Full Episodes) podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, T…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Lisa Graves 22:02

12d ago22:02

22:02

Joan is joined by Lisa Graves, founder and executive director of True North Research, "a national investigative watchdog group that works with journalists and other researchers to shine a bright light on the dark money fueling regressive agendas targeting vital institutions in our republic." They discussed the Supreme Court's just-issued decision b…

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WCPT 820 Interview: State Sen. Laura Fine (D-IL) 13:00

12d ago13:00

13:00

Joan talks to Laura Fine, Illinois state senator and Democratic candidate for Congress in the 9th District of Illinois. On May 6 Fine announced her candidacy for the congressional seat being vacated by Jan Schakowsky, who is retiring at the end of her current term. Fine, who has served in the state legislature since 2013, said that she "started fro…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 16, 2025 2:29:15

13d ago2:29:15

2:29:15

On today's show: – Reid McCullom, chair of the Democratic Party of DuPage County – Laura Fine, Illinois state senator and Democratic candidate for Congress in the 9th District of Illinois – Patrick Hanley, head of the New Trier Democrats and Democratic candidate for the 9th Illinois State Senate seat (currently held by Laura Fine) – Lisa Graves, fo…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 15, 2025 2:29:38

14d ago2:29:38

2:29:38

On today's show: – Jess Herrera, staff member at Supermajority – Jennifer Schulze and Bruce Rheins (former CBS Los Angeles deputy bureau chief) with a conversation about the media – Greg Palast, filmmaker, author and investigative journalist Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlan…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Jessica Craven 22:59

14d ago22:59

22:59

Joan Esposito is joined by Jessica Craven, author of the “Chop Wood, Carry Water” newsletter. She discussed her approach to political activism and voter engagement and shared a story about educating a non-voter, emphasizing the importance of explaining government basics without judgment. Craven also addresses the ongoing battle over Trump's tax cut…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 14, 2025 2:30:42

15d ago2:30:42

2:30:42

On today's show: – Marjorie Hershey, professor emeritus, political science at Indiana University Bloomington – Jessica Craven, author of the “Chop Wood, Carry Water” newsletter – Carrie Hoza, author of “Love, Mother Goose: A U.S. Army Captain’s Stories of Surviving The Sunni Triangle” Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Laura Washington 24:20

15d ago24:20

24:20

Filling in for Joan Esposito, Turi Ryder talks to Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune contributing columnist and ABC7 Chicago political analyst. Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). And find the Joan Esposito (Full Episodes) podcast on…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive with guest host Turi Ryder May 13, 2025 2:28:07

16d ago2:28:07

2:28:07

On today's show Turi Ryder fills in for Joan and her guests are: – Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune contributing columnist and ABC7 Chicago political analyst – Terry Guest, writer and lead actor of Story Theater‘s “At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen” – Cook County Commissioner Jessica Vásquez, newly appointed to serve the 8th District – Anna Clark o…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive guest host Prof. William Muck May 12, 2025 2:25:56

17d ago2:25:56

2:25:56

On today's show William Muck fills in for Joan and is joined by guest co-host Phil Barker, professor of political science and director of the honors program at Keene State College, and co-host of The Politics Lab podcast. Their guests are: – Daniel Hornung, former deputy director of the National Economic Council under President Biden – Ross Harriso…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Indivisible's Ezra Levin 25:10

17d ago25:10

25:10

Filling in for Joan Esposito, William Muck and co-host Phil Barker talk to Ezra Levin, co-executive director of Indivisible. Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). And find the Joan Esposito (Full Episodes) podcast on Spotify, Apple Po…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Ross Harrison 25:06

17d ago25:06

25:06

Filling in for Joan Esposito, William Muck and co-host Phil Barker talk to Ross Harrison, senior fellow at the Middle East Institute and professor at the University of Pittsburgh. Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). And find the Joa…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Gal Beckerman 26:34

17d ago26:34

26:34

Filling in for Joan Esposito, William Muck talks to Gal Beckerman, staff writer at The Atlantic and author of The Quiet Before: On the Unexpected Origins of Radical Ideas. Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). And find the Joan Esposi…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Kevin Schultz 23:13

17d ago23:13

23:13

Filling in for Joan Esposito, Turi Ryder talks to Kevin Schultz, professor of history at UIC and author of “Why Everyone Hates White Liberals (Including White Liberals): A History.” Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). And find the J…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive with guest host Prof. William Muck May 09, 2025 2:28:10

20d ago2:28:10

2:28:10

On today's show William Muck fills in for Joan and his guests are: – Aaron Kleinman, director of research at The States Project – Mike Nellis, former senior adviser to Kamala Harris and founder and CEO of Authentic, a Chicago-based political fundraising and consulting firm – Gal Beckerman, staff writer at The Atlantic and author of The Quiet Before…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive with guest host Turi Ryder May 08, 2025 2:29:34

21d ago2:29:34

2:29:34

On today's show Turi Ryder fills in for Joan and her guests are: – Ahmadou Dramé, director of the Illinois Justice Project, talking about the Home for Good bill – Actors Tara Mallen and Stephanie Shum from the new show “Gorgeous,” a co-production of Rivendell Theatre Ensemble and Raven Theatre – Peter Annin, author and director of Mary Griggs Burke…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-IL) 25:34

21d ago25:34

25:34

Illinois Congressman Jonathan Jackson joins Mike Nellis, filling in for Joan Esposito. Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). And find the Joan Esposito (Full Episodes) podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, YouTube, …

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive with guest host Mike Nellis May 07, 2025 2:33:14

22d ago2:33:14

2:33:14

On today's show Mike Nellis fills in for Joan and his guests are: – Carlos Álvarez-Aranyos, founder of American Opposition, a political action committee created to counter the rise of fascism in the United States – Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-IL) – Stefan Smith, head of digital engagement for the ACLU, and former director of online engagement for Pete…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 06, 2025 2:27:31

23d ago2:27:31

2:27:31

On today's show: – David Hochberg, vice president of lending for Team Hochberg at Homeside Financial – John Shaw, director of The Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale – Heartland Signal’s Rich Eberwein with three stories you might have missed from our digital newsroom Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Pr…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 05, 2025 2:29:36

24d ago2:29:36

2:29:36

On today's show: – Paul Rosenzweig, founder of Red Branch Consulting PLLC and senior adviser to The Chertoff Group – Pat Quinn, former governor of Illinois – Sean Kitchen, political correspondent at The Keystone (Courier Newsroom PA) – Alisa Kaplan, executive director of Reform for Illinois Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekday…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 02, 2025 2:31:40

27d ago2:31:40

2:31:40

On today's show: – Thom Hartmann, host of “The Thom Hartmann Show” on WCPT – Joel Ostrow, professor of political science at Benedictine University – Jill Wine-Banks, legal analyst, former general counsel of the U.S. Army, author of The Watergate Girl, co-host of #SistersInLaw and host of Just The Facts with Jill Wine-Banks – Bob Kustra, former lieu…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive May 01, 2025 2:28:34

28d ago2:28:34

2:28:34

On today's show: – Chicago artist Tony Fitzpatrick on the appointment of Mark Turcotte as poet laureate of Illinois – Michael Dorf, Democratic lawyer, the Law Offices of Michael C. Dorf, LLC – Liane Hulka, co-founder and board chair of Our Choice Coalition in Indiana – Ian Hurd, professor of political science at Northwestern University and presiden…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Emily Chertofff 23:52

28d ago23:52

23:52

Joan is joined by Emily Chertoff, associate law professor at Georgetown University Law Center, who discussed the Trump administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act to justify sweeping deportation powers. The act, originally intended for wartime, is now being applied to individuals the Trump administration asserts are gang members. Lower courts hav…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Rob Majdecki of ABOC 23:17

28d ago23:17

23:17

Joan is joined by Rob Majdecki, senior vice president and chief investment officer at Amalgamated Bank of Chicago (ABOC). Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). And find the Joan Esposito (Full Episodes) podcast on Spotify, Apple Podca…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive April 30 2025 2:22:25

28d ago2:22:25

2:22:25

On today's show: – Adav Noti, executive director at Campaign Legal Center – Ray Long, Chicago Tribune investigative reporter – David Layman, former Providence, Rhode Island, news anchor, managing editor, and political commentator for RIPBS Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlands…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Adav Noti 21:05

28d ago21:05

21:05

Joan is joined by Adav Noti, executive director at Campaign Legal Center. He discussed the major threats to American democracy, emphasizing the Trump administration's attempts to undermine election administration and voter registration. Noti highlighted the Campaign Legal Center's litigation against Elon Musk and DOGE for "taking actions that they …

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WCPT 820 Interview: Annie Karni 23:26

29d ago23:26

23:26

Joan is joined by Annie Karni, author of “Mad House: How Donald Trump, MAGA Mean Girls, a Former Used Car Salesman, a Florida Nepo Baby, and a Man with Rats in His Walls Broke Congress. The book details the dysfunction of the 118th Congress, highlighting the Republican majority's struggles in electing a speaker and passage of the fewest laws since …

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive, April 29, 2025 2:25:40

30d ago2:25:40

2:25:40

On today's show: – Dr. Loren Lybarger, Ohio University professor and religious studies specialist focusing on Islam and comparative religions – Chris Bury, DePaul senior journalist in residence, and a Peabody and Emmy Award-winning reporter and anchor – Heartland Signal’s Rich Eberwein with three stories you might have missed from our digital newsr…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive, April 28, 2025 2:26:47

1M ago2:26:47

2:26:47

On today's show: – Annie Karni and Luke Broadwater, authors of “Mad House: How Donald Trump, MAGA Mean Girls, a Former Used Car Salesman, a Florida Nepo Baby, and a Man with Rats in His Walls Broke Congress“ – Emily Chertoff, associate law professor at Georgetown University Law Center – Elizabeth Todd-Breland, professor of history at UIC and co-aut…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Tim Murphy of Mother Jones 17:57

1M ago17:57

17:57

Joan Esposito is joined by Tim Murphy, national correspondent at Mother Jones, who discussed Maxwell Frost, the 28-year-old second-term congressman from Florida. Frost, known for his activism in gun control and racial justice, aims to bring protest politics into Congress. Murphy spent a full day with Frost, observing his busy schedule and his effor…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive, April 25, 2025 2:25:45

1M ago2:25:45

2:25:45

On today's show: – Our Pet of the Month segment with Craig Botagowski of Mark Drugs and Lydia Krupinski, vice president of community engagement for Anti-Cruelty – Tim Murphy, national correspondent at Mother Jones – Photographer Jim Summaria and writer Mark Plotnick on their recently published book ’70s Chicagoland Rock Concerts Catch "Joan Esposit…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Rick Smith 23:17

1M ago23:17

23:17

Joan is joined by Rick Smith, host of “The Rick Smith Show” on WCPT. Starting Monday, April 28th the show can be heard at 7:00 p.m. Central. Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). And find the Joan Esposito (Full Episodes) podcast on S…

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WCPT 820 Interview: John Fugelsang 24:10

1M ago24:10

24:10

Joan is joined by comedian John Fugelsang promoting NOT The White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive). And find the Joan Esposito (Full Episodes) podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, …

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive, April 24, 2025 2:32:39

1M ago2:32:39

2:32:39

On today's show: – Mark Giangreco, former sports director and lead sports anchor at WLS-TV – Rick Smith, host of “The Rick Smith Show,” weekdays from 5:00 to 6:00 a.m. Central on WCPT; starting next week the show moves to weeknights at 7:00 p.m. Central – Comedian John Fugelsang promoting NOT The White House Correspondents’ Dinner – Mark Jacob and …

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive with guest host Turi Ryder, April 23, 2025 2:32:12

1M ago2:32:12

2:32:12

On today's show Turi Ryder fills in for Joan and her guests include: – David Levine, professor at the University of California College of the Law San Francisco – Mike Nellis, founder and CEO of Authentic, a Chicago-based political fundraising and consulting firm – Ed Yohnka, director of communications and public policy at ACLU Illinois Catch "Joan …

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive, April 22, 2025 2:22:14

1M ago2:22:14

2:22:14

On today's show: –William Muck, professor of political science at North Central College – Joel Ostrow, professor of political science at Benedictine University – Nina Burleigh, journalist, best-selling author, documentary producer, and publisher of the American Freakshow newsletter on Substack – Heartland Signal’s Rich Eberwein with three stories y…

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WCPT 820 Interview: Michael Frerichs 16:30

1M ago16:30

16:30

Joan is joined by Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs, who discussed the impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs on Illinois farmers, calling attention to the financial strain and uncertainty they face. "There's a lot of fear out there," Frerichs told WCPT. "Some of them have faith that Trump will bail them out, like he did in his first te…

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Joan Esposito Live Local & Progressive, April 21, 2025 2:18:10

1M ago2:18:10

2:18:10

On today's show: – Carolyn Shapiro, professor of law and co-director of Chicago-Kent College of Law’s Institute on the Supreme Court of the United States – Amanda Marcotte, senior writer at Salon.com – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.co…

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WCPT 820 Interview: David Corn 25:29

1M ago25:29

25:29

Joan is joined by David Corn, Mother Jones’ Washington bureau chief, MSNBC analyst, and author. They discussed Corn's "Our Land" newsletter posts on authoritarianism and history. He highlighted historical examples like Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union, and Trump's executive order, "Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History." Corn noted the fe…

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