John Williams

John Williams

The John Williams Uncut podcast from News/Talk 720 WGN, The Voice of Chicago.

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Lou Manfredini: Tackle moss, mildew, and stains on the exterior of your home

July 13, 2026
The great Mr. Fix-It, Lou Manfredini, joins John Williams to tackle the pesky moss, mildew, and stains that can show up on the exterior of your home and how to clean them. As always, Lou takes texts and calls from devoted WGN listeners!
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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXIX, 7.13.26

July 13, 2026
John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.
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Nick Offerman brings new musical ‘Iceboy!’ to Goodman Theatre

July 10, 2026
Nick Offerman, actor, comedian, carpenter and writer, joins John Williams and special guest “Mr. Fix-It” Lou Manfredini to preview Iceboy!, a new musical 40,000 years in the making now running at Goodman Theatre. Nick talks about his talented wife Megan Mullally, the star of the show, and how she spent years getting the production ready […]
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From T. rex to turkeys: Steve Brusatte on ‘The Story of Birds’

July 10, 2026
World-renowned paleontologist, educator and author Steve Brusatte joins John Williams to talk about his new book, The Story of Birds: A New History from Their Dinosaur Origins to the Present, and breaks down how modern birds are “living dinosaurs.” Steve will appearing in Ottawa at The Abbey at The Ottawa Arts Center, Sunday, July 12, for a […]
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Maine Senate shock: The Hill’s Amie Parnes on Graham Platner’s collapse

July 10, 2026
Amie Parnes, senior political correspondent for The Hill, joins John Williams to explain embattled Maine Democrat Graham Platner’s exit from the Senate race, the current scramble to replace him, and what the fallout means for Democrats’ chances of flipping the Senate.
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City Kids Camp: Founder Hector Corona on summer, storms and support

July 10, 2026
Hector Corona, founder of City Kids Camp, joins John Williams to give an update on camp this year from weather‑challenged activities to powerful connections between inner‑city kids and visiting police officers. To learn more, visit citykidscamp.org
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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 7.10.26

July 10, 2026
Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!
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Dawn Jackson Blatner: How to crave less junk food

July 9, 2026
Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about what you should do if you want to crave less junk food and the diet that is best for high blood pressure. Dawn also answers all of your health and nutrition questions.
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Best of the Midwest: Boutique camping at Camp Aramoni

July 9, 2026
It’s time once again for our Best of the Midwest feature for 2026! Are you trying to come up with some quick getaway ideas that are only a quick trip from the Chicago area? Well, John Williams has some great recommendations for your trip! Today, we take a drive towards the picturesque Starved Rock State […]
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Chris Jones: Mayor Johnson demonizing business is unhelpful

July 9, 2026
Chicago Tribune theater critic, author and editorial page editor Chris Jones joins John Williams to talk about today’s editorial that implores Mayor Brandon Johnson to stop demonizing business and to focus on things that Chicagoans really care about.
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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXVIII, 7.9.26

July 9, 2026
John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.
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The Mincing Rascals 7.8.26: Mayoral race, Mitch McConnell health, World Cup controversy

July 8, 2026
The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Steve Bertrand, host of Steve Bertrand on Books and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel, and award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. The Rascals begin the podcast asking Steve Bertrand his thoughts on the Supreme Court ruling on transgender athletes. Next...
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How the Northwestern Medicine Scholars Program prepares students for careers in health care

July 8, 2026
Isa Alvarez, Northwestern Medicine Scholar, joins John Williams to talk about the Northwestern Medicine Scholars Program, what it was like being in the inaugural class of the program, how the Scholars Program helped with her preparation for college, when she first became interested in medicine, the mentors that provided support throughout her journey, the interaction […]
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How Josselyn helps improve community well-being

July 8, 2026
Susan Resko, CEO and President at Josselyn, joins John Williams to talk about their mission of providing quality outpatient mental health care, the work they do with Northwestern Medicine, why someone might reach out to Josselyn, the importance of having better awareness about mental health therapy, the various types of services they offer, some of […]
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What are early signs of heart failure?

July 8, 2026
Dr. Quentin R. Youmans, Heart Failure and Heart Transplant Cardiologist, Northwestern Medicine, joins John Williams to talk about heart health, why he encourages patients to start small when on the path to better heart health, why it’s important to bring heart health screenings into the community, what you should know about the early signs of […]
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Why community health matters at Northwestern Medicine

July 8, 2026
Dr. Dinee Simpson, Transplant Surgeon and Chief Health Equity Executive, and Ann Hall, Vice President of Administration, Northwestern Medicine, join John Williams to talk about the launch of the Kathy Schreiber Community Health Institute, the importance of community health at Northwestern Medicine, why moving barriers to care matters, what the term ‘community health’ means and […]
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Landscape expert Bob Bertog: When can you mow new sod?

July 8, 2026
We are ‘Keeping it Green’ with Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. Bob talks about the large amount of rainfall we had and why you should make sure your trees […]
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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part MCLXXXVII, 7.8.26

July 8, 2026
John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com.
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Dr. Michael Bauer: Get out and donate blood

July 7, 2026
Dr. Michael Bauer, Medical Director, Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, talks to John Williams about the importance of donating blood due to a shortage of Type O blood, how some users of weight loss drugs lose their sense of taste, the other health benefits of weight loss drugs, and what we should know about […]
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Eric Zorn: Can’t rule out any mayoral candidate right now

July 7, 2026
Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to talk about President Trump intervening in the World Cup, a new candidate announcing a run for Chicago mayor, another scandal involving Graham Platner, and why he’s not a fan of the Centennial Wheel at Navy Pier.
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