Wendy Snyder

Michael Liptrot, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder in for Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Michael has details on: Armitage County Fair Puts Chicago Twist On Downstate Tradition: La Luz And Sun Ra will perform at the event with 14 other musical acts. Hosted by comedian Maggie Winters, the two-day […]

Dr. Tom Moran, Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital, drops by the studio to join Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott). They break down the recent uptick in Legionnaires’ disease and measles cases across Illinois. Plus, Dr. Moran shares the latest medical research on GLP-1 medications and how these drugs are showing potential in […]

Wendy Snyder, Eli Berk, and Neal Fischer welcome Dave Schwan back to the news desk to hear some very exciting news from his travels. Hint: a ring was exchanged along with hugs and kisses. Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder for this week’s […]

Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder for this week’s health update. They discuss melanoma and the need for regular skin checks by your dermatologist, the tragic story of Presley Gerber’s overdose at a rehab facility, and the difference between a cold, the flu, […]

Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including former Yankee Bernie Williams joining the Buena Vista Social Club‘s band on Broadway, the price of gluten free pizza at Costco, and the new record for the longest Slim Jim.

Isabelle Jimenez, marketing manager with the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to spotlight the first ever Clark Street Live street festival happening in Wrigleyville from September 26th to the 27th.

Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the process of weaning off and eventually quitting opioids, and the relation between GLP-1’s and remedying addiction.

Wendy Snyder, Molly Cavanaugh in for Dave Schwan, Tony DeNardis and Ashley Bihun start the show gearing up for the Bears home season opener against the Minnesota Vikings and to take a closer look at the history of tailgating. Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins […]

Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder for this week’s health update. They discuss September being National Suicide Prevention Month and why you should be informing your doctors that you are feeling depressed. Dr. Wheat also talks about alcohol’s impact on cancer deaths and […]

Dan Hampton, NFL Hall of Famer and host of the Hamp and O’B show, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to preview the Bears’ first home game of the 2026 season against the Minnesota Vikings.

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories, including YouTube influencers, tomato sandwiches, and why does gluten free pizza have to be so expensive?

Andres Reyes, owner and president of Birrieria Ocotlan, joins Wendy Snyder for Foodie Friday to celebrate the Chicago institution’s 53rd year and its recent national recognition from The New York Times as one of the country’s best Mexican restaurants. Reyes talks about the importance of family, and gives Wendy just a hint of a secret […]

Maura Daly, Chief External Affairs Officer of A Better Chicago, and Phil Mikhaylov, CEO and co-founder of Unicorn Auctions, join Wendy Snyder, sitting in for Lisa Dent, to discuss an extraordinary charity auction benefiting Chicago’s youth. The winning bidder will enjoy a private Chicago Blackhawks locker-room dinner with team legends, acclaimed chefs Paul Kahan and […]

Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder for this week’s health update. They give vaccination updates and answer listener questions.

Wendy Snyder, Rob LaFrentz, in for Dave Schwan, Tony DeNardis and Eli Berk start the show gearing up for the Bears season opener in Carolina. Steve Bertand joins Wendy to reflect on the life of the late Judy Markey, and share more stories about her legendary career. Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family […]

Dr. Cynthia Paidipati, Board of Director for the IL Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for John Williams, to talk about the upcoming Out of the Darkness Chicagoland Walk. Dr. Paidipati tells Wendy how suicide impacts everyone, the importance of sharing stories and opening dialogue about mental health, […]

Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Dane Neal (covering for Wendy Snyder) for this week’s health update. They discuss importance of getting a flu shot and answer some calls from listeners.

Dane Neal (in for Wendy Snyder,) Rob LaFrentz (in for Dave Schwan,) Eli Berk (in for sports), and Jeff Carlin start the show trying trying to keep cool by thinking of winter. Seasoned TV host and motorsports personality, best known for hosting the hit show Floor Is Lava on Netflix & Top Gear USA, Rutledge […]

Wendy Snyder, Rob LaFrentz, in for Dave Schwan, Tony DeNardis and Eli Berk start the show trying not to get duped by AI and share some of their favorite fantasy football punishments. Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy for this week’s health update. They […]

Eli Berk, sports producer, anchor, and producer of Wendy Snyder’s Sunday Morning, joins Wendy Snyder for the latest installment of Two Truths and Eli. Wendy and crew have to figure out which news story is the fake one written by Eli.

Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder for this week’s health update. They discuss the study that revealed at least 25% of NFL players who died in the last 5 years had CTE. They also discuss the potential links between sugary drinks and stomach […]

Wendy Snyder, Dave Schwan, Jack Heinrich and Eli Berk kick off the show by celebrating Dave’s birthday and finding ways to make the most of the remaining days of summer. For today’s Far Flung Forecast, Dave takes us out to Salerno, Italy and the nearby ruins of Pompeii. Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern […]

Eli Berk, sports producer, anchor, and producer of Wendy Snyder’s Sunday Morning, joins Wendy Snyder for the latest installment of Two Truths and Eli. Wendy and crew have to figure out which news story is the fake one written by Eli.

Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder for this week’s health update. They discuss the experimental melanoma vaccine and its effects, and take listener questions.

Wendy Snyder, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories including Darth Vader’s thoughts on Flock cameras, a pug that won the World’s Ugliest Dog contest, and Mary asks, “what’s with” weigh-ins at the doctor.