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Lisa Dent

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The Lisa Dent Podcast from Chicago"s Very Own, 720 WGN

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Patrick Dolan talks workplace loyalty

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/13

Patrick Dolan, Employment Lawyer at Conti & Dolan, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss employment law, listener questions, and rehashing their discussion about a recent memo sent to employees from the AT&T CEO.

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Terry Savage: The market, tariffs, and more

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/13

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, to discuss the latest report on inflation. The market, Savage explains, reacted well the the CPI, believing that tariffs are not responsible for the increase in inflation. She then, as always, answers questions from listeners.

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Newsroom Story Time: 8/12/25

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/12

Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

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Newsroom Story Time: 8/11/25

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/12

Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

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New cellphone policies in suburban schools to help...

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/11

Dr. Paul Gordon, St. Charles Unit District 303 Superintendent, joins Jon Hansen, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss their new cellphone policies to help limit distractions while in the classroom.

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Block Club Chicago’s Mack Liederman: Why can’t the...

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/11

Mack Liederman, Block Club Chicago Reporter joins Jon Hansen, in for Lisa Dent, to talk about Trump Tower and its struggle filling the retail space located at the lower levels of the building. Listen in while Mack discusses what could be hindering the building from filling these spaces with tenants.

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Peter Greenberg: New Amtrak trains and delayed flights

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

Peter Greenberg, ‘Eye on Travel‘ host and CBS News travel editor, joins Lisa Dent to chat about hundreds of United Airlines flights being delayed after a tech issue, new Amtrak trains, and more! Then, as always, he answers questions from listeners.

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Louisa Chu reviews Las Carnitas Uruapan in La Villita

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

Louisa Chu, Chicago Tribune Food Critic, joins Lisa Dent to give her restaurant review of Las Carnitas Uruapan La Villita, a flagship for pork in Chicago.

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The Clarendon Hills team advances to the Little...

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

Brian Herald, Clarendon Hills Manager, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how his team is going to the Little League World Series. Brian talks about his team and how they’ll be competing against 20 teams: 10 teams from various regions of the United States and an additional 10 from around the world. Their first game […]

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Get ready to make a splash and swim in the Chicago River

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

Doug McConnell, World-Class Open-Water Swimmer and Founder of A Long Swim, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how Chicago River Swim has been approved to return this September. The swim is set for Sunday, September 21, 2025. You can apply to swim here: www.chicagoriverswim.org.

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Dr. Dana Varble: A new Ohio law is removing barriers...

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

Dr. Dana Varble, Chief Veterinary Officer for the North American Veterinary Community, joins Lisa Dent to talk about breeding pets, shelters, and a new Ohio law that removes barriers to pet care. And, as always, Dr. Varble answers pet questions from listeners.

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Ilyce Glink: Where is the money being made from...

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

Ilyce Glink of thinkglink.com joins Lisa Dent on the show to chat about tariff revenue, grocery prices, and more! If you have questions for Ilyce, email them to questions@thinkglink.com, and sign up for her newsletter at glink.substack.com

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Jahmal Cole checks in from Chicago Lawn

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

Jahmal Cole, founder and CEO of My Block, My Hood, My City, joins Lisa Dent to talk about his mission to live in all 77 of Chicago’s neighborhoods. This month, he’s in Chicago Lawn, and he updates listeners on his upcoming plans and shares how you can support his journey.

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Illinois is placing legal boundaries around AI...

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

Axios Reporter Carrie Shepherd joins Lisa Dent to discuss how mental health professionals are pushing for AI regulation. Gov. JB Pritzker signed the Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources Act following concerns about bots giving mental health advice.

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Newsroom Story Time: 8/8/25

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

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Farmers Market Tour: Portage Park

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

Sophie McNeill, marketing manager for the Portage Park Farmers Market, joins Lisa Dent to share the scoop on seasonal markets running through October. Held on select Sundays at 4100 N. Long Ave, the market serves up fresh produce, meats, baked goods, live music, and more!

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David Hochberg: Market imbalance and economic warning...

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

WGN Radio’s host of Home Sweet Home Chicago David Hochberg, joins Lisa Dent to explain why top U.S. stocks now dominate the market like never before and why rising prices and falling jobs in the services sector could signal stagflation.

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Newsroom Story Time: 8/7/25

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/08

Lisa Dent checks in with the newsroom to hear their stories.

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Rep. Krishnamoorthi: What redistricting means for...

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/07

Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, Illinois’ 8th District, joins Lisa Dent to weigh in on GOP-led efforts to redraw congressional maps in key states like Texas ahead of the 2026 midterms. With Republicans seeking to solidify their slim majority in the House, Krishnamoorthi explains the political stakes and potential legal challenges.

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Why ‘baby talk’ is best for babies

Lisa Dent ·

2025/08/07

Dr. Claire Vallotton, a professor and researcher at Michigan State University who specializes in early childhood language development, joins Lisa Dent to explain why “baby talk” is essential for early language development. She breaks down the science behind tone, repetition, and bonding.

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