John Williams

David Fields of Magnusson Klemencic Associates is the lead engineer of The Vista Tower, which will be the third tallest building in Chicago, and which people in his industry call “extreme buildings.” He explains how the Jeanne Gang‘s vision was devised not to sway in high winds, to control sun heat, to prevent birds’ crashes and to make people inside feel comfortable and safe.    

John Williams starts the show, debating the idea of a pregnancy signal button for women to wear on the CTA. Then, John has some questions about the 30,000 jobs Amazon has open and Amazon Career Day, so he invites Amazon Vice President of Workforce Development, Ardine Williams on to explain. And the Vista Tower is the second tallest building in Chicago. Its principal engineer, David Fields, joins the show to talk about the structural logistics, which will help to ease […]

Rhymefest joins John Williams from Kanye West’s ranch in Wyoming to shed light on the mega rapper’s Sunday Service, to which he bused groups of kids and for which he had one warning. Plus, Chipedia host Marsha Lyles shares her experience from an audience member’s standpoint.

Amazon Vice President of Workforce Development Ardine Williams joins John Williams to share some pertinent details on the Amazon jobs now open. But she explains the specialty of Amazon Career Day itself, taking place at Vertiport Chicago on Sept 17.

John replays his interview with “She Shed” commercial actress and Chicago native Nicole J. Butler. He also reflects some more on the Bears’ week 1 loss to the Packers. The Mincing Rascals discuss local and national politics. Plus: John asks you to text in where you are listening to the show from.

John Williams opens the show by talking about #sharpiegate and the creativity of the internet. Then, Sports Anchor and “Hoge and Jahns” co-host Adam Hoge joins the show to respond to Hamp, O’B and Koz’s outrage over the Bears’ loss to the Packers last night. And he sheds some positive light on the loss. Plus, to address the news surrounding vaping and its possible contributions to numerous illnesses and three recent deaths. Finally, John, Elif and Lauren give you “fun […]

American Lung Association Chief Medical Officer Dr. Albert Rizzo joins John Williams to talk about the dangers associated with vaping or e-cigarettes. That’s after the smoking alternate is thought to have contributed to the deaths of three people recently.

WGN Radio Sports Anchor and “Hoge and Jahns” Co-host Adam Hoge joins John Williams to respond to Hamp, O’B and Koz‘s outrage following the Bears’ loss to the Green Bay Packers last night. He shares why he’s still feeling optimistic for the team.

John Williams starts the show by inviting Agri-Biz Reporter Steve Alexander to describe the outrage that is hidden hotel fees, but there’s one in particular that has him most shocked this time around. Then, Sports Reporter and “Hoge and Jahns” Co-Host Adam Hoge joins the show to ring in the 100th football season, and the Chicago Bears home opener taking place today against the Green Bay Packers. And “She Shed Cheryl” Actress and Chicago Native Nicole J. Butler talks about […]

State Farm “She Shed Cheryl” Actress Nicole J. Butler is originally from Englewood, Chicago. She joins John Williams to talk about being called “she shed” by utter strangers, and her work in “Mike & Molly,” “Hart of Dixie” and more. Plus, Nicole answers some of the burning questions of the internet regarding the commercial.

On the day of its 100th season home opener, Adam Hoge joins John Williams to talk about the Chicago Bears and its great rivalry this year. And, Adam talks about the biggest problems that could arise in tonight’s game at Soldier Field against the Green Bay Packers, along with the new rules of the game. Listen to the Hoge and Jahns now!

Steve Alexander joins John from Los Angeles to share a surprising fee he incurred for a hotel stay in Chicago. John and Steve Bertrand share their thoughts on that.

John Williams opens the show by playing audio of a Floridian who thinks he might have an obvious solution to Hurricane Dorian. Listeners share their thoughts on him, and on hurricane conspiracies. Then, Chicago Tribune Restaurant Critic Phil Vettel tells John where listeners can dine around Soldier Field – and fit in with their Bears attire – and reviews Wisconsin’s St. Clair Supper Club. Finally, Sports Betting Analyst Sam Panayotovich joins John to predict the Bears season.

Sports Betting Analyst Sam Panayotovich joins John Williams to share his predictions on the Chicago Bears just as we begin the football season. Let us know how you think they’ll do by answering our NewsClick.

Chicago Tribune Restaurant Critic Phil Vettel joins John Williams to solve a mystery on bread baskets. Plus, Phil shares some good spots for nosh around Soldier Field as the football season gets going, and his review on Wisconsin’s St. Clair Supper Club.