Chew's Views (Full Episodes)

Chew's Views (Full Episodes)

Here are full episodes of “Chew's Views” (weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT Chicago), a pragmatic radio show that focuses on moving our political, social, economic, gender and cultural conversation forward and creating a roadmap for progressives to be more involved in their political and social destinies. With "Chew's Views" the emphasis is on positive talk and solutions – but don’t get it twisted; we may bring some smashmouth dialogue to the program just to make sure you’re awake, not just “woke.” Richard Chew has been a part of the WCPT family since 2017, initially as part of "The Family Meeting" and as a regular contributor to "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive." He became WCPT's morning host in early 2024. A 25-plus-year wealth management and insurance veteran, Richard is well-versed in all areas of financial planning, wealth management and insurance plans designed to help clients with their financial future. Richard’s primary goal is to help consumers assess what their needs are and find the right plans and programs to protect their wealth. Richard was born and raised in Chicago and Southwestern Michigan and is a graduate of Pepperdine University; he later pursued a master’s degree from Keller Graduate School. He is proud of the fact that he has visited all 50 of the great states of the United States of America and keeps his passport current to make sure traveling the world is always a “ready to go” item. He and his wife, Anne, love the city and suburbs of Chicago and all their greatness.

Episodes

May 1, 2025 101 mins

On today's show:
– Dan Summins, director of Blessings in a Backpack, along with Kim Venzon, a volunteer with the Downers Grove District 58 program since 2017
– Alex Lawson, executive director of Social Security Works

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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On today's show:
– Chew’s Views contributor Kurt Mullett, AKA HoosierBlue63
– State Rep. Debbie Meyers-Martin (D-IL)

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 29, 2025 100 mins

On today's show:
– Amy Scott, head of exhibitions at Morton Arboretum
– Bryce Covert, contributing writer at The Nation

Richard also shared the clip "Why Your Life Sucks"

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 28, 2025 99 mins

On today's show:
– Sarah Jones, managing editor and co-publisher at PoliticusUSA
– Dr. Erie S. Crawford, author and business psychologist with over 25 years of experience in social work

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 25, 2025 100 mins

On today's show:
– Karen Byrne, co-host of the TruBlu Politics podcast
– Commissioner Precious Brady-Davis, Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 24, 2025 99 mins

On today's show:
– Michelle Peltier, co-host of “The Family Meeting
– Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 23, 2025 102 mins

On today's show:
– Chew’s Views contributor Kurt Mullett, AKA HoosierBlue63
– Mark Doyle, founder of Rags of Honor and Veteran Roasters
– Illinois State Rep. Abdelnasser Rashid, 21st District

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 22, 2025 99 mins

On today's show:
 – Gbenga Ajilore, chief economist at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
– Wilfred FarquharsonD-Composed ensemble member and violist

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 21, 2025 100 mins

On today's show: 
- Jennifer Walling, executive director of the Illinois Environmental Council 
- Mike Nellis, founder and CEO of Authentic, a Chicago-based political fundraising and consulting firm

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 18, 2025 104 mins

On today's show:
– Karen Byrne, co-host of the TruBlu Politics podcast
– “Chew’s Views” contributor Kurt Mullett, AKA HoosierBlue63
– Ryan Mulholland, senior fellow for international economic policy at the Center for American Progress

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April 17, 2025 100 mins

On today's show:
– Mike Holler of Citizens Climate Lobby
– Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL)

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 16, 2025 102 mins

On today's show:
- Dr. Shay O’Mara, M.D., clinical vice president of surgery at OhioHealth Clinical Enterprise, and Mary Zost, vice president and campaign director with the Ad Council
- Brendan Kelly, director of the Illinois State Police, re: Scott's Law
- Kate Lincoln-Goldfinch, immigration attorney and CEO of Lincoln-Goldfinch Law in Austin; Kate is also the co-host of Law Moms Out Loud

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April 15, 2025 99 mins

On today's show: 
– Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton
– Dr. Pierre Johnson, lead OB/GYN for Loretto Hospital Women’s Wellness Center
– Stanford Thompson, executive director at Equity Arc

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 14, 2025 102 mins

On today's show:
– Sarah Jones, managing editor and co-publisher at PoliticusUSA
– Rich Logis and Jason Riddle of Leaving MAGA

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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Michelle Peltier fills in for Richard and her guests are:
– Karen Byrne, co-host of the TruBlu Politics podcast
– Dr. Lionel Allen, clinical assistant professor in Educational Policy Studies at the University of Illinois-Chicago

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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On today's show Michelle Peltier fills in for Richard and her guests are:
– Eileen Figel, interim general superintendent of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County
– Natalie Ziemba, Woodstock City Council member

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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On today's show Michelle Peltier fills in for Richard and her guests include:
– Chew’s Views contributor Kurt Mullett, AKA HoosierBlue63
– Yolanda Androzzo, executive director of One Aim Illinois

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 8, 2025 101 mins

On today's show:
– Cole Stallard, commissioner of the Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation
– Enddy Almonord, campaign director of Healthy Illinois

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 7, 2025 98 mins

On today's show:
– John McCabe, director of resource management at the Forest Preserves of Cook County
– Mike Nellis, founder and CEO of Authentic, a Chicago-based political fundraising and consulting firm

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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April 4, 2025 102 mins

On today's show:
– Karen Byrne, co-host of the TruBlu Politics podcast
– Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson with our “This Month with the Mayor” segment

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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