Lisa Dent

Dr. Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer for the North American Veterinary Community, joins Lisa Den, to talk all things pets. Together, they address if pet owners should be more concerned about what’s in their cat’s food, whether or not dogs receive any benefits from red light therapy, and more! Later, Dr. Varble answers listeners’ pet-related […]

Ilyce Glink, of ThinkGlink.com and the Love, Money + Real Estate newsletter, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the hope that the Fed may not raise interest rates at their next meeting. Later, they address that while hourly pay is up, consumer prices are up even more.

Executive Director of the Banchet Awards, Michael Muser joins Lisa Dent to preview the culinary excellence award ceremony happening on Sunday, January 31, 2027. During their conversation, they spotlight restaurants such as Creepies, The Greggory, and Noodles Party.

ComEd exec, Keisha Parker joins Lisa Dent to respond to Alderman Knudsen’s comments regarding the search for alternative sites for the Lincoln Park electrical substation. She explains how ComEd looked at each of the 14 sites thoroughly and gave a detailed response to the Alderman and Lincoln Park community informing them as to why none […]

Host for the Blackhawks Pre- and Post-Game shows on WGN Radio, Charlie Roumeliotis joins Lisa Dent to give his analysis on the team as they prepare to go up against the Utah Mammoth, Thursday evening at 8:30pm CT.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including the number one candy across the country being named as Reese’s peanut butter cups, Michael McDonald reunites with his biological child after originally putting them up for adoption when he was 14, and Kylie Kelce apologizes for mistitling Princess Kate of Wales.

Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews the newest film adaptation of the popular horror video game, Resident Evil. Later, Ron gives his review on Heart of the Beast starring Brad Pitt.

Lou Manfredini joins the show from the Cubs game to answer listeners’ home project questions. Today, he shares tips on who people call to get their air ducts, proper smoke detector placement, and last-minute outdoor repairs and preparations before it gets cold. Listen to HouseSmarts Radio on WGN each Saturday morning at 6 am.

Jahmal Cole, founder and CEO of My Block, My Hood, My City, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his mission to live in all 77 of Chicago’s neighborhoods. This month he’s in West Elsdon and he updates listeners on his upcoming plans and shares how you can support his journey.

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of the 8th District joins Lisa Lisa Dent to discuss how the 988 LGBTQ+ crisis line has received enough funding to be restored after the service was taken away back in September of 2025. Later, he addresses which other states still demonstrate discriminatory behavior towards others.

Alderman of the 32nd Ward Scott Waguespack joins Lisa Dent to discuss the next steps now that the City Council has approved the $2.5 billion parking meter sale in a 46-3 vote Tuesday morning.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including how Singapore is willing to pay its residents to read a book at least 15 minutes a day, former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin announces that he will be reveal the world he built in the video game Minecraft, and an update on […]

Alderman of the 43rd Ward Timmy Knudsen joins Lisa Dent to discuss ComEd’s rejection of 14 possible proxy sites for the Lincoln Park electrical substation leaving both him and the community unsatisfied with the company’s unwillingness to budge on the matter.

Director of Communications for Metra Michael Gillis joins Lisa Dent to spotlight the country’s very first battery-operated passenger trains, slated to be on display at a public transportation conference in Chicago this weekend and enter service on the Rock Island line before the end of 2027.

Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon joins Lisa Dent to talk about what was addressed at Wednesday’s National Election panel held in Washington, D.C. She also responds to Secretary Pete Hegseth’s comments regarding potentially bringing federal troop monitors to election sites. Later, Clerk Gordon stresses the need and importance of recruiting and training of new election […]

Pat Brady, SVP of Mercury Public Affairs, former chairman for the Illinois Republican Party, joins Lisa Dent to recap the happenings at the Presidents Cup as well as discuss how the City Council is getting ahead of Mayor Johnson’s budget address, how some Democrats are leaning closer to the center and embracing Capitalism, President Trump’s […]

Karen Conti, Partner at Conti & Dolan, LLC, joins Lisa Dent to share her thoughts and legal expertise on the alleged “gang rape” of a female Cornell University student in 2024 now that the investigation has reopened.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including a revisit of Todd Rundgren’s opinion on Taylor Swift’s impact on music, Martin and Charlie Sheen’s new father-and-son TV show, and a man who was arrested after driving a toy Barbie Jeep while under the influence.

Terry Savage, nationally syndicated money columnist, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how 83% of adult Americans believe that high school students should take a personal finance class prior to graduating. Later, they address how in September, the consumer confidence number has dropped lower than it has been since 2014.

Chief meteorologist at WGN-TV Demetrius Ivory and WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder join Lisa Dent to talk about the weather. Together, our Forecasters address how calm the weather is predicted to be following the tumultuous summer storms, the noticeably warmer fall and winter due to climate change, and more!

Howard Tullman, American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, educator, writer, lecturer, and art collector, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his latest article.

Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including an announcement of the 2028 release of Gremlins 3, Mary’s chandelier and bird dropping tales from her trip in Belgium, and Yes’ Rick Wakeman plays the keys for a bunch of Vietnamese moon bears.

Dr. Nicholas Epley, John Templeton Keller Distinguished Service Professor of Behavioral Science at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, joins Lisa Dent to highlight the loneliness epidemic and the pertinence of meeting, conversing, and connecting with strangers.

Gloria Samuelson joins Lisa Dent to share her memories and the legacy of her late husband and WGN Radio legend, Orion Samuelson. Later, they spotlight the event happening at Huntley Library honoring Orion’s memory on October 15th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM hosted by Max Armstrong and Paul Wallem.

Director of Policy for Cook County Health Kathy Chan joins Lisa Dent to address how residents have less than one hundred days until the new Medicaid work requirements take effect. Kathy goes on to specify who will need to prove that they meet the requirements to be eligible for Medicaid.