Veteran wellness and travel journalist Laura Powell joins guest host Amy Guth to talk about what we need to know if we absolutely have to travel for the upcoming holidays.

Chicago novelist, blogger and Thanksgiving meal expert Stacey Ballis joins guest host Amy Guth to tell us everything we need to know about preparing your holiday meal this year.

Amy Guth speaks with Activist and Author Lee Weiner, about life on the South Side of Chicago and his new book “Conspiracy to Riot: The Life and Times of the Chicago 7“. Lee shares background information on the “Chicago 7” and how he became one of the 7; explains how the trial personally impacted him; and more. (7:34)

Professor of Psychology at the University of Chicago, Katherine Kinzler, joins the conversation to discusses her book, “How You Say It: Why You Talk the Way You Do and What It Says About You“. Katherine emphasizes the importance of language and the ways children are impacted, and also touches on what adults can do to improve how we connect with others. (18:38)

Amy then speaks with Journalist and Author Michele Weldon about her latest publication, “Act Like You’re Having A Good Time“. Michele shares details about this collection of essays and the many topics it covers including ageism and seeking a life of purpose as a mature woman. (42:32)

Dr. Anne Beall, author of Helpful and Caring Cats: Felines Who Make a Difference says cats can be every bit as heroic and loyal as dogs – they’re just misunderstood. She discusses how cats have changed lives and saved lives. She maintains cats are most often misunderstood.

You’ve heard about the wet markets in China and elsewhere in the Far East, where this novel SARS corona virus likely formed and definitely the previous SARS virus, not to mention all sorts of other illnesses. It turns out we have similar type markets in Illinois. Marc Ayers, Illinois director of the Humane Society of the United States says these markets or swap meets should be abolished or at least have humane regulations, and he explains why.

In Japan, eels at a Tokyo Aquarium are sticking their necks out for visitors. What’s that all about? Listen in.

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Amy Guth Full Show for Tuesday, March 10th:

Do you have questions about early voting? Chicago Board of Election Spokesperson Jim Allen joins Amy at the top of the show to break down everything you need to know about early voting, vote by mail applications, and preparations related to concerns related to COVID-19. Shamus Toomey, the co-founder of Block Club Chicago, speaks with Amy about the latest stories in and around the city including the reopening of the South Shore Library and the inaugural Old St. Pat’s ‘Shamrock’n The Block’. Dr. Kathleen G. Beavis is a Professor of Pathology at the University of Chicago and a spokesperson for the College of American Pathologists. She joined Amy to discuss how COVID-19 tests are developed, why all laboratories don’t have the expertise to do this, and much more.  Scott Kitun is a Chicago-based media entrepreneur, investor, & CEO of Technori and host of The Startup Showcase on WGN Radio on Saturdays from Noon-1pm. He joins Amy for Tech Tuesday!

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Amy Guth Full Show for Monday, March 9th:

Amy Guth is in for Anna Davlantes. As new cases of COVID-19 continues to rise, one school in the Chicago area shuts down over the virus. (At 6:22) WGN-TV’s Erik Runge shares the latest on the closing of Loyola Academy and the state’s response to COVID-19 in Illinois. Right now, COVID-19 has invaded the minds of all Americans, but what’s the best way to keep your sanity? (At 13:57) Elizabeth Scrivner is a licensed professional counselor. She joins the show to talk about coronavirus anxiety and offer tips on how to talk to your children about the virus during this troubling time. (At 23:35) Nexstar Washington Correspondent Kellie Meyer speaks to Amy about the Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to make daylight saving time permanent throughout the year and the country. (At 33:31) Paul J. Nolte, SVP & Sr. Portfolio Manager at Kingsview Asset Management joins the show for Money Monday and answers your financial questions. After that, Amy and Steve Bertrand wrap up the show with trending topics for the day including songs that you should wash your hands to prevent COVID-19.

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Amy Guth is in for the rained out White Sox on this Saturday afternoon. Have you cut the cord on cable? Amy talks to listeners and producer Curtis Koch about cutting the cable and how listeners are getting their TV. Later Amy chats with Al Lewis from Quizzify to talk about some important information regarding healthcare that you need to know about and how Quizzify can help you. Also on the show Amy takes your calls and thoughts on the recent interview with Anderson Cooper and former Governor Rod Blagojevich, and many more topics along the way!

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Amy Guth is in for John Williams today. With a slate of expert guests, she discusses the Chicago Reader’s list of the best Chicago albums of the 2010s, the upcoming Super Bowl halftime show and advertisements, complications in the planning of the Obama Presidential Center, a payout that Facebook is making to its Illinois users, and more.

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Amy Guth is in for John Williams this Saturday. In the first hour, she discusses the Coronavirus, the burgeoning marijuana industry in Illinois, and asks for your favorite celebrity sighting stories. Later, reporter Jack Herrera joins her to discuss his recent piece in Popular Science about the flaws in the way that we think about DNA tests.

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Amy Guth Full Show for Monday, January 20th:

The spectacular Amy Guth is in today for Anna Davlantes. To kick off the program, Dr. Dilara Sayeed, board member and programming lead of Women’s March Chicago, joins the show to discuss the highlights of this year’s Women’s March. WGN Radio’s Ryan Burrow joins Amy to shed light on Amazon’s latest testing on hand recognition-based payments. WGN-TV political analyst and host of WGN-TV “Political Report” Paul Lisnek chats about what to expect from President Trump’s impeachment trial. Paul Nolte, SVP & Sr. Portfolio Manager at Kingsview Asset Management, explains the dos and don’ts for consolidating your retirement accounts. My Hood, My Block, My City‘s Founder and CEO Jahmal Cole speaks about his new book called “It’s Not Regular: How to Recognize Injustice Hidden in Plain Sight.” To wrap up the show, Hannah Stanley, Host of “Gabby Road with Hannah, Fred, and Justin” discusses Harry and Meghan’s ‘clean break’ from the royal family.

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Amy Guth is in for Pete McMurray this weekend. Amy talks to the owner of a cheesecake business that has over 600 flavors! Nikki Lynette shares some of her newest projects including the latest play she is writing. Later Amy talks travel with Laura Powell, and talks with producer Curtis Koch about some unpopular opinions and shares some news stories you might have missed!

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