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Will Perdue, former Bulls player and current Bulls analyst for NBC Sports Chicago, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the Bulls’ chances of pulling off a victory over the Philadelphia 76ers tonight. Also, Perdue talks about whether adding point guard Patrick Beverley to the roster was a good move for the team’s overall gameplay. Follow The […]

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Dr. Farheen Mirza on bracing yourself for the allergy season

As we creep closer to spring, allergist and immunologist at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Farheen Mirza joins Lisa Dent to talk about how we should best deal with the inevitable allergy season. She touches on how we can treat the symptoms, if it’s possible to gain new allergies as you get older, and […]

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Jodi R.R. Smith breaks down etiquette during Easter

Etiquette expert and President of Mannersmith Etiquette Consulting Jodi R.R. Smith joins Lisa Dent to talk about proper party etiquette during Easter get-togethers. Are you obligated to bring a dish to Easter dinner? Is it poor etiquette to request guests to not bring anything? Jodi has the answers. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow […]

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Rep. William Davis on a south suburban airport: A proposal lasting 40 years

Illinois State Rep. of the 30th District William Davis joins Lisa Dent to discuss the proposal of a south suburban airport in the Monee area. He addresses the opposition the proposal has been met with over last 40 years but highlights his hope that it will be passed. Rep. Davis speculates that even if the […]

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Are Chicago’s speed cameras increasing safety?

Executive Vice President of the Illinois Policy Institute Amy Korte joins Lisa Dent to call the effectiveness of Chicago’s red light and speed cameras into question. Korte discusses an investigation by the institute showing an increase in school and speed zone crashes in 2022 despite $84.5 million in speed camera tickets. Follow The Lisa Dent […]

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Representative Margaret Croke on House Bill 2477 and splitting pregnancy costs 50-50

Illinois State Representative of the 12th District Margaret Croke joins Lisa Dent to talk about proposed House Bill 2477, the Pregnancy Expenses Act, which would require pregnancy-related costs to be split equally between the pregnant party and “the other intended parent.” This proposed bill, sponsored by Rep. Croke, was one of 41 to be sent […]

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Will we see a new airport in the Monee area in the near future?

Will County Board member Daniel Butler joins Lisa Dent to discuss the proposal for an airport in the Monee area. He addresses listener questions regarding the need for a third airport. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

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Is your money safe in the bank? Terry Savage has the answer

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Lisa Dent to talk about whether or not our money is safe in the bank. Later, she answers a question regarding treasury bills. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

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Human rights organization monitors and scores hate speech used on social media

Reporter for the Chicago Tribune Hank Sanders joins Lisa Dent to talk about a report from the Simon Wiesenthal Center that monitors and scores social media platforms based on the amount and severity of hate speech used. They take a look at apps like TikTok and take note of the increase in hate speech on […]

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Attorney for watchdog group discusses the ‘inhumane’ treatment at the Cook County Juvenile Detention Center

Rachel Shapiro, Managing Attorney for federally appointed watchdog group Equip for Equality, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the group’s report of “inhumane” and “unjust” treatment of the youth at Cook County Juvenile Detention Center. She emphasizes that most of these students haven’t been found guilty as well as Equip for Equality’s call for the […]

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Howard Tullman on why charisma is no substitute for experience

Howard Tullman, general managing partner for G2T3V, LLC and for the Chicago High Tech Investors, LLC, joins Lisa Dent to talk about why it’s better to choose someone who has experience in their field rather than someone who has charisma with little or no experience. This conversation with Howard Tullman is sponsored by Career Vision. Follow […]

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Recalls of frozen strawberries tied to Hepatitis A

Teresa Murray, a consumer watchdog with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), joins Lisa Dent to talk about the latest product recall involving Gerber Good Start Soothepro, Articifical Tears Lubricant Eye Drops by EzriCare and Delsam Pharma, frozen organic strawberries that may be linked to Hepatitis A, and more. Teresa later stresses the importance […]

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Grocery stores using facial recognition technology sparks concern

Cybersecurity expert and co-founder of Sugarshot Scott Spiro joins Lisa Dent to talk about how grocery stores are using facial recognition technology to help prevent shoplifters. He highlights the potential concerns that come with the new technology. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

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Mayoral candidate Paul Vallas talks retired police, Brandon Johnson, and potential endorsements

Chicago mayoral candidate Paul Vallas, former Chicago Public Schools CEO, joins Lisa Dent to talk about the upcoming runoff election. He addresses how he’d bring back retired police officers, what he plans to do in response to Brandon Johnson’s proposal to reallocate police funds, and whether or not he’s seeking Mayor Lightfoot’s endorsement. Follow The […]

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State Rep. Anthony Deluca on House Bill 1367 and the Crematory Regulation Act

Illinois State Representative of the 80th District, Anthony DeLuca, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the possible ramifications of his proposed amendments to the Crematory Regulation Act. He addresses people’s concerns of the expense of traditional burials as well as other qualms people have had. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 […]

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Have you redeemed your credit card rewards?

Senior Industry Analyst for Bankrate.com Ted Rossman joins Lisa Dent to discuss the high amount of cardholders who haven’t redeemed their rewards in the past year. He breaks down the demographics in relation to who might redeem those rewards and who wouldn’t. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow […]

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Did you know you can create your own luck?

Carolyn Stern, emotional intelligence expert and and author, joins Lisa Dent to share what the three emotional intelligence staples are to creating your own luck. Listen in while Carolyn shares why some people luckier than others, how a positive mindset can bring you luck in life, and what some benefits are from growing your emotional […]

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Kane County Forest Preserve: The new home where the bison will roam

Ben Haberthur, Executive Director for Kane County Forest Preserve, joins Lisa Dent to talk about how Kane County Forest Preserve may once again become home to bison. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

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AARP: What Chicago’s next mayor can do to make the city more livable

Adam Ballard, Associate State Director of Advocacy and Outreach for AARP Illinois, joins Lisa Dent on WGN Radio to stress the city’s leadership needs to do a better job of making Chicago a “Livable Community”. Listen in while Adam explains what the next mayor can do to make Chicago more livable for people 50 and […]

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Ticks are on the rise in Illinois: What you should know with Medical Entomologist with U of I