Chicago Way w/John Kass (01/27/25): Charles Lipson, the Peter B. Ritzma Professor of Political Science Emeritus at the University of Chicago, joins John Kass and Jeff Carlin this week with a focus on President Donald Trump’s ‘First Hundred Hours,’ his trips to North Carolina & California, and what pushback from within the GOP he might face while implementing his immediate goals. Professor Lipson has a hot tip for good dumplings in Chicago’s vibrant Chinatown. Plus, Kasso wonders how many terriers it will take to catch all the rats hiding inside the bureaucracy?

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (01/20/25): Inauguration Day is here and so is Dan Proft, co-host of “The Morning Answer” radio program and host of ‘Counter Culture’ podcast, to join John Kass & Jeff Carlin with a look at what Lawfare ‘retribution’ and ‘vengeance’ the Trump Administration will dole out with the likes of Kash Patel & Kim Bondi at the helm. Dan also offers up some of his favorite Chicago eats. Plus, Kasso wonders if the Justice Department has ever hired terriers to weed out rats?

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (01/13/25): On this episode, Austin Berg is here from the Illinois Policy Institute to explain why Chicago needs a charter, a new mayor, and better fiscal sense to John Kass & Jeff Carlin. Plus, Kasso wonders if Idiot Wind(s) is a only a coastal concern?

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (01/06/25): In the first episode of 2025, John Kass & Jeff Carlin try to make sense of this year’s collection of the Presidential Medal of Freedom recipients, look forward to what 2025 has in store, and share a couple of recipes for staying warm. Plus, Kasso offers up a couple of film recommendations.

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (12/30/24): Joining John Kass & Jeff Carlin on the last episode of 2024 is a retired American diplomat with over 30-years of experience advising the most powerful leaders in the world on Middle East security matters and who also happens to be John’s younger brother, Nicholas S. Kass. The discussion centers around what is happening in Syria as the Assad regime crumbles and world powers jockey to protect their interests. Nick breaks down why the PKK isn’t welcome in Türkiye, what challenges President-elect Donald Trump will face in Syria now that Iran & Russia have lost their influence there, and who is currently holding the keys to peace in the region.

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (12/23/24):  On the Christmas Edition, John Kass & Jeff Carlin are joined by Jude Russo, the managing editor of The American Conservative, with a look at how the President-elect Donald Trump’s challenges in 2025 and what it means be a conservative in the modern Republican party. Plus, Kass has a Christmas message for everyone about the importance of getting together with loved ones, just don’t forget the coffeecake. God bless!

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (12/16/24): On this edition, Ald. Ray Lopez (15th) discusses what it takes for Chicago Mayor Brandon “Brandito” Johnson to have his approval rating drop to 14% and whether or not Lopez & the coalition of Alders opposing Johnson’s rubberstamp agenda can protect the citizens from another ‘parking-meter-esque’ budget deal. Plus, Kasso wonders if Mayor Johnson is doing serious harm to his mental health as he struggles to handle the stress of running the 5th floor at City Hall. 

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (12/09/24): This week, the Peter B. Ritzma Professor of Political Science Emeritus at the University of Chicago, Charles Lipson, joins John Kass and Jeff Carlin to talk about his latest piece writings, President-elect Donald Trump’s transition to power, and what Republicans must do now that they have all the cards. Plus, Kass wonders if Democrats have the nerve to push the Obamas out of the game?

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (12/02/24): In a post Thanksgiving hangover, John Kass & Jeff Carlin look at what’s next for the mainstream media and ruling class in Washington, Illinois, & Chicago after Donald Trump takes office. Plus, Kasso gets a couple of book suggestions: The Iron Heel & The Elite.

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (11/25/24): Joining John Kass & Jeff Carlin this week is a veteran, mother, politician, and conservative radio voice in Illinois, Jeanne Ives to talks about the need for Republicans in Illinois to stand up to Gov. JB Pritzker, what Donald Trump’s second term as President will mean for corruption in Illinois, and how her newest venture, Breakthrough Ideas, is taking shape. Plus, Kasso is thankful for family, friends, and a good brine recipe.

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (11/18/24): As Donald Trump loads up his cabinet with his most loyal supporters, the man behind Serafin & Associates and co-host of The Crisis Cast, Thom Serafin joins Jeff Carlin and John Kass with a look at how voting demographics shifted in 2024 and what that means for Trump’s early days of his second term. Plus, Kasso wonders if the ‘Men Without Chests’ stand a chance in resisting Trump’s agenda this time around?

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