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Brian Fabes, managing director of the Corporate Coalition of Chicago and a senior fellow at NORC at the University of Chicago, joins John Williams to talk about his Tribune Op-ed where he breaks down why some people are still struggling even though economic data continues to be fairly strong. h…

Julia Mueller, campaign reporter, The Hill, joins John Williams to break down the most intriguing midterm races around the country. Julie tells John why we should be watching the Senate races in Texas, Alaska, and Maine. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8817637/10-16-26_Julia_Mueller_The_Hill_Se…

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to talk about how Americans are bad at hydration and what you can do to make sure you stay hydrated throughout the day. And as always, Dawn answers all of your health and nutrition questions. …

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! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8817643/10-16-26_John_Williams_Best_of_Speed_Jokes_2026-10-16-160243.128.mp3 More Speed Jokes R…