Driving It Home (Full Episodes)
Here are full episodes of "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" (weeknights from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on WCPT Chicago), a radio talk show devoted to covering the news of the day and connecting listeners with local leaders. Patti Vasquez is a Chicago comedian, writer, actor, talk show host, consultant, advocate, and policy adviser. After achieving a degree in history from the University of Illinois, she set out to share her hilarious observations about how people behave, and stories about her second-generation Irish dad and Mexican immigrant mom. Patti has headlined in comedy clubs and colleges all over the U.S., Canada, and Europe, appeared on Nickelodeon, TBS, ABC, The Oprah Winfrey Network, and has a recurring role on NBC’s “Chicago Fire.” When her son Declan was born with a rare neurological disorder, Patti decided to take her communication and performance experience to launch her company “With Kind Words,” in which she helps medical professionals and educators communicate with compassion. For six years, Patti was the first Latina to host her own talk show on WGN Radio 720. In addition to her work as a performer and consultant, Patti began advocating for children and families throughout Illinois and helped restore funding for vital support services after massive cuts were made by former Governor Bruce Rauner. In 2020 she ran to be the state representative of the 19th District. She is now the health care and human services liaison and assistant policy adviser for Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza. Patti lives with her family on the Northwest Side of Chicago and continues to advocate for her community.
Episodes
On today's show Dwayne Kennedy and Adam Burke fill in for Patti Vasquez, and they’re joined by comedian and candidate for Congress John McCombs (7th District of Illinois).
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).
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On today's show Dwayne Kennedy, Adam Burke and Ken Mejia-Beal fill in for Patti Vasquez.
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).
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On today's show:
– Heidi Stevens, nationally syndicated columnist, director of External Affairs at the TMW Center for Early Learning and Public Health, and fellowship coach at The OpEd Project
– WHBY “Outside the Box” host Ben Cominos with a Wisconsin update
– Todd Belcore, co-founder and executive director of Social Change
– State Representative Kam Buck...
On today's show Patti is joined by guest co-host Dan Schaefer and their guests are:
– Dr. Kristin Lyerly, OB/GYN, 2024 candidate for Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, and host of “The Kristin Lyerly Show” on Civic Media
– Michael Frustini and Ricky Martel of Second City Outlaws
– Comedian Tamale Sepp and Mack of Bikes & Mics
– Richard Streetman, community act...
On today's show, “Out Chicago” co-host Scott Duff fills in for Patti and his guests are:
– Tania Richard, actor, activist and author of “Black Girl from a White Suburb”
– Kevin Morrison, 15th District County Board commissioner and candidate for Congress
– Victor Salvo from The Legacy Project
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On today's show Patti is joined by guest co-host Dwayne Kennedy and their guests are:
– Jesse Rojo, candidate for IL state representative in District 52
– Elise Percy of Northwest Side Dems Pride Parade
– Dan Shafer, creator of The Recombobulation Area and political editor at Civic Media in Wisconsin
– Car Guy Tom Appel, host of the Consumer Guide Car ...
On today's show:
– Patrick Watson, Indivisible Illinois Executive Committee member
– Ellie Krug, transgender activist, author, lawyer, and host of “The Illegal Trans Woman” on KTNF AM950, the Progressive Voice of Minnesota
– Patti Hearn, executive director of Seattle Pride; the parade takes place June 29th
– Jay Berglind, CEO of Aegis Foods and A Good Egg
On today's show Patti broadcasts live from the Minocqua Brewing Company Tap Room in Madison, Wisconsin, and her guests include:
– Kirk Bangstad of Minocqua Brewing
– WHBY “Outside the Box” host Ben Cominos
– Matt McNeil, host of “The Matt McNeil Show,” weekdays at 9:00 p.m. on WCPT
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On today's show Patti is joined by guest co-host Ken Mejia-Beal and their guests are:
– State Rep. Diane Blair Sherlock (D-IL)
– Jill Farrar of Renewed Hope Methodist Church, promoting Building Allies – Bystander Intervention Training to Support LGBTQIA+, Saturday, June 21st
– Kelsey Alto, director of programming for the Twin Cities Pride Festival, which takes place Jun...
On today's show Patti broadcasts live from Oak Park Porchfest.
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).
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On today's show Patti is joined by guest co-host Todd Belcore and their guests are:
– Charlie Laskonis, chair of the Winnebago County Democratic Party
– Andi Dymond and Joe Janes, organizers of The Free America Festival (Obviously) #FAFO, which is happening Saturday, June 14th from noon to 3:00 p.m. at the Raven Theatre
– Ford Miller, reference librarian and assistant law professor at ...
On today's show:
– Lynne of Indivisible Elk Grove Township with details about this weekend’s No Kings protests
– Ellie Krug, transgender activist, author, lawyer, and host of “The Illegal Trans Woman” on KTNF AM950, the Progressive Voice of Minnesota
– Kayla Ragona, board member of Seattle Indivisible
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On today's show Patti is joined by guest co-hosts Peter Sarelas and Warren Preis of Source Solar and their guests are:
– Ben Cominos, host of “Outside The Box” on WHBY-Appleton
– Jes McIlvane of Plainfield Pride; the gala takes place Friday the 13th
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).
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On today's show:
– Melissa McMahon, Woodstock Pridefest coordinator
– Actor Michael Rooker
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).
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On today's show:
– State Senator Laura Fine (D-IL), candidate for Congress
– Mike Crowley, film critic
– Merril Miller, Jefferson Park Sunday Market manager
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).
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On today's show Patti is joined by guest co-host Dan Schaefer and their guests are:
- Jason Liechty, director of Policy and Zoning, Office of 30th Ward Alderwoman Ruth Cruz, city of Chicago
- Reid McCollum, chair of DuPage Democrats
- Robyn Ziegler of Oak Park Porchfest
- Dan Shafer, creator of The Recombobulation Area and political editor at Civic Media in Wisconsin
(Dan hosts the second hour solo.)
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On today's show:
– Diane Slezak, president and CEO of AgeOptions
– Bartlett Trustee Stephanie Gandsey, along with Assistant Village Manager Scott Skrycki
– Chicago Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th Ward)
– Car Guy Tom Appel, host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/p...
On today's show:
– Rachel Ruttenberg, Democratic candidate for the 9th Illinois State Senate seat (currently held by Laura Fine)
– Former Congresswoman Marie Newman, author of “A Life Made From Scratch: Lessons from a Controversial Congresswoman, Mompreneur, and Unstoppable Political Activist”
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlan...
On today's show Patti is joined by guest co-host Dan Kotowski and their guests are:
– Jeffrey Wright of the Elgin Pride program
– Dr. Jason Bussell, Chicago Community Acupuncture clinic director
– Jen Zanotti, mind and body expert
– Joyce Mahoney, regional vice president of Memory Care and Programming at Belmont Village Living
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On today's show:
– Maggie O’Keefe, 40th Ward committeeperson, voting rights activist and progressive community organizer
– Darcy Pinasco, chair, Rockford Area Pride
– Michael Bayer, producer and director of the new true crime docuseries VANISHED: The Heather Elvis Case
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/progr...
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