Phil Andrew

Kurt Mullett

Greg Palast and Ed Ward

On today's show
– Phil Andrew, former FBI special agent, hostage negotiator, national security expert who founded PAX Group, and 2026 candidate for Congress (he did not advance to the general election)
– Chew’s Views contributor Kurt Mullett, AKA HoosierBlue63
– Greg Palast, filmmaker, journalist and author of several New York Times bestsellers, and Edward Ward, a voting rights expert from Chicago and fellow of the Transformative Justice Coalition; they have collaborated on the six-part documentary series "Jim Crow Reloaded" for Save Your Vote

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On today's show &ndash; Phil Andrew, former FBI special agent, hostage negotiator, national security expert who founded <a href="https://paxgroupllc.com/">PAX Group</a>, and 2026 candidate for Congress (he did not advance to the general election) &ndash; Chew&rsquo;s Views contributor Kurt Mullett, AKA <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hoosierblue63">HoosierBlue63</a> &ndash; <a href="https://www.gregpalast.com/">Greg Palast</a>, filmmaker, journalist and author of several New York Times bestsellers, and Edward Ward, a voting rights expert from Chicago and fellow of the Transformative Justice Coalition; they have collaborated on the six-part documentary series "<a href="https://www.saveyourvote.org/jim-crow-reloaded">Jim Crow Reloaded</a>" for <a href="https://www.saveyourvote.org">Save Your Vote</a>
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From Heartland Signal and WCPT AM 820 in Chicago, here are full episodes of “Chew's Views” (weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central), a pragmatic radio show that focuses on moving our political, social, economic, gender and cultural conversation forward and creating a roadmap for progressives to be more involved in their political and social destinies. With "Chew's Views" the emphasis is on positive talk and solutions – but don’t get it twisted; we may bring some smashmouth dialogue to the program just to make sure you’re awake, not just “woke.”  


Richard Chew has been a part of the WCPT family since 2017, initially as part of "The Family Meeting" and as a regular contributor to "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive."  He became WCPT's morning host in early 2024. 

A 25-plus-year wealth management and insurance veteran, Richard is well-versed in all areas of financial planning, wealth management and insurance plans designed to help clients with their financial future. Richard’s primary goal is to help consumers assess what their needs are and find the right plans and programs to protect their wealth.

Richard was born and raised in Chicago and Southwestern Michigan and is a graduate of Pepperdine University; he later pursued a master’s degree from Keller Graduate School. He is proud of the fact that he has visited all 50 of the great states of the United States of America and keeps his passport current to make sure traveling the world is always a “ready to go” item. He and his wife, Anne, love the city and suburbs of Chicago and all their greatness.  

From Heartland Signal and <a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/">WCPT AM 820</a> in Chicago, here are full episodes of &ldquo;<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/chewviews-with-richard-chew/">Chew's Views</a>&rdquo; (weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central), a pragmatic radio show that focuses on moving our political, social, economic, gender and cultural conversation forward and creating a roadmap for progressives to be more involved in their political and social destinies. With "Chew's Views" the emphasis is on positive talk and solutions &ndash; but don&rsquo;t get it twisted; we may bring some smashmouth dialogue to the program just to make sure you&rsquo;re awake, not just &ldquo;woke.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;
 Richard Chew has been a part of the WCPT family since 2017, initially as part of "<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/the-family-meeting/">The Family Meeting</a>" and as a regular contributor to "<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive/">Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive</a>." &nbsp;He became WCPT's morning host in early 2024.&nbsp;
A 25-plus-year wealth management and insurance veteran, Richard is well-versed in all areas of financial planning, wealth management and insurance plans designed to help clients with their financial future. Richard&rsquo;s primary goal is to help consumers assess what their needs are and find the right plans and programs to protect their wealth.
Richard was born and raised in Chicago and Southwestern Michigan and is a graduate of Pepperdine University; he later pursued a master&rsquo;s degree from Keller Graduate School. He is proud of the fact that he has visited all 50 of the great states of the United States of America and keeps his passport current to make sure traveling the world is always a &ldquo;ready to go&rdquo; item. He and his wife, Anne, love the city and suburbs of Chicago and all their greatness. &nbsp;

Chew's Views with Richard Chew (Full Episodes)

From Heartland Signal and WCPT AM 820 in Chicago, “Chew's Views” (weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central) is a pragmatic radio show that focuses on moving our political, social, economic, gender and cultural conversation forward and creating a roadmap for progressives to be more involved in their political and social destinies. With "Chew's Views" the emphasis is on positive talk and solutions – but don’t get it twisted; we may bring some smashmouth dialogue to the program just to make sure you’re awake, not just “woke.”  

Richard Chew has been a part of the WCPT family since 2017, initially as part of "The Family Meeting" and as a regular contributor to "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive." He became WCPT's morning host in early 2024.

Richard also regularly shares his views on other podcasts and radio shows, including recent appearances on Amy McGrath's "Truth in a Barrel," "The John Fugelsang Podcast," "Endless Urgency" with Mike Nellis, and "The Politics Bar."

A 25-plus-year wealth management and insurance veteran, Richard is well-versed in all areas of financial planning, wealth management and insurance plans designed to help clients with their financial future.

Richard was born and raised in Chicago and Southwestern Michigan and is a graduate of Pepperdine University; he later pursued a master’s degree from Keller Graduate School. He is proud of the fact that he has visited all 50 of the great states of the United States of America and keeps his passport current to make sure traveling the world is always a “ready to go” item. He and his wife, Anne, love the city and suburbs of Chicago and all their greatness.  

From Heartland Signal and <a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/">WCPT AM 820</a> in Chicago, &ldquo;<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/chewviews-with-richard-chew/">Chew's Views</a>&rdquo; (weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central) is a pragmatic radio show that focuses on moving our political, social, economic, gender and cultural conversation forward and creating a roadmap for progressives to be more involved in their political and social destinies. With "Chew's Views" the emphasis is on positive talk and solutions &ndash; but don&rsquo;t get it twisted; we may bring some smashmouth dialogue to the program just to make sure you&rsquo;re awake, not just &ldquo;woke.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Richard Chew has been a part of the WCPT family since 2017, initially as part of "<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/the-family-meeting/">The Family Meeting</a>" and as a regular contributor to "<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive/">Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive</a>." He became WCPT's morning host in early 2024.
Richard also regularly shares his views on other podcasts and radio shows, including recent appearances on Amy McGrath's "<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWK_o2PSptQ">Truth in a Barrel</a>," "<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/weekend-interviews-simon-and-julie-richard-chew/id1464094232?i=1000685443232">The John Fugelsang Podcast</a>," "<a href="https://endlessurgency.com/p/pardoning-ghislaine-maxwell-trump">Endless Urgency</a>" with Mike Nellis, and "<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/is/podcast/community-vs-cankles-july-22-2025/id886656768?i=1000718522141">The Politics Bar</a>."
A 25-plus-year wealth management and insurance veteran, Richard is well-versed in all areas of financial planning, wealth management and insurance plans designed to help clients with their financial future.
Richard was born and raised in Chicago and Southwestern Michigan and is a graduate of Pepperdine University; he later pursued a master&rsquo;s degree from Keller Graduate School. He is proud of the fact that he has visited all 50 of the great states of the United States of America and keeps his passport current to make sure traveling the world is always a &ldquo;ready to go&rdquo; item. He and his wife, Anne, love the city and suburbs of Chicago and all their greatness. &nbsp;

Chew's Views with Richard Chew

Chew's Views with Richard Chew | August 19, 2026

Richard Chew is joined by Greg Palast, filmmaker, journalist and author of several New York Times bestsellers, and Edward Ward, a voting rights expert from Chicago and fellow of the Transformative Justice Coalition; they have collaborated on the six-part documentary series "Jim Crow Reloaded" for Save Your Vote. 

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Richard Chew is joined by <a href="https://www.gregpalast.com/">Greg Palast</a>, filmmaker, journalist and author of several New York Times bestsellers, and Edward Ward, a voting rights expert from Chicago and fellow of the Transformative Justice Coalition; they have collaborated on the six-part documentary series "<a href="https://www.saveyourvote.org/jim-crow-reloaded">Jim Crow Reloaded</a>" for <a href="https://www.saveyourvote.org">Save Your Vote</a>.&nbsp;
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WCPT 820 Interview: Greg Palast and Edward Ward

Richard Chew is joined by Phil Andrew, former FBI special agent, hostage negotiator, national security expert who founded PAX Group, and former candidate for Congress.

SUMMARY

National Security and Public Service
- Andrew discusses the current global threat environment and the importance of competent professionals in national security.
- He emphasizes that successful leadership requires the ability to respond to failures and continue working despite setbacks.
- He argues that national security, economic stability, education, and health care are fundamentally interconnected.

Threats to National Stability
- Andrew identifies political divisiveness and corruption as primary threats to United States national security.
- He criticizes successive administrations for responding to special interests rather than relying on hard data and expert advice.
- The removal of experienced professionals from key institutions, he says, is as a grave risk that enemies can exploit.

Integrity in Intelligence Institutions
- Andrew highlights the necessity of maintaining independent, professional intelligence teams to distinguish fact from fiction.
- He warns that systematic attacks on these institutions leave the country vulnerable to adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran.
- The conversation touches on how a lack of accountability in high-profile cases can create dangerous international leverage.

Leadership Competency and Accountability
- Andrew suggests that modern leadership often prioritizes ideology over practical strategy and execution.
- He calls for leaders who build trust through integrity rather than those who rely on constant political attacks.

PAX Group Mission
- Andrew explains his work with PAX Group, a firm composed of 22 professionals from military, intelligence, and law enforcement backgrounds.
-The group focuses on helping organizations navigate crises and difficult conversations through strong relationship building.

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Richard Chew is joined by Phil Andrew, former FBI special agent, hostage negotiator, national security expert who founded&nbsp;<a href="https://paxgroupllc.com/">PAX Group</a>, and former candidate for Congress.
SUMMARY
National Security and Public Service - Andrew discusses the current global threat environment and the importance of competent professionals in national security. - He emphasizes that successful leadership requires the ability to respond to failures and continue working despite setbacks. - He argues that national security, economic stability, education, and health care are fundamentally interconnected. Threats to National Stability - Andrew identifies political divisiveness and corruption as primary threats to United States national security. - He criticizes successive administrations for responding to special interests rather than relying on hard data and expert advice. - The removal of experienced professionals from key institutions, he says, is as a grave risk that enemies can exploit. Integrity in Intelligence Institutions - Andrew highlights the necessity of maintaining independent, professional intelligence teams to distinguish fact from fiction. - He warns that systematic attacks on these institutions leave the country vulnerable to adversaries like Russia, China, and Iran. - The conversation touches on how a lack of accountability in high-profile cases can create dangerous international leverage. Leadership Competency and Accountability - Andrew suggests that modern leadership often prioritizes ideology over practical strategy and execution. - He calls for leaders who build trust through integrity rather than those who rely on constant political attacks. PAX Group Mission - Andrew explains his work with PAX Group, a firm composed of 22 professionals from military, intelligence, and law enforcement backgrounds. -The group focuses on helping organizations navigate crises and difficult conversations through strong relationship building.
Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew&rdquo; weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (<a href="http://heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views">heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views</a>).
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WCPT 820 Interview: Phil Andrew of PAX Group

Richard Chew talks to Ohio State Rep. Dani Isaacsohn (D-Cincinnati), minority leader of the Ohio House of Representatives.

SUMMARY

Democratic Momentum in Ohio
- Isaacsohn notes a growing momentum for Democrats in Ohio, which is reflected in both polling data and candidate experiences on the ground.
- He highlights the popularity of former Senator Sherrod Brown, noting his long-standing focus on populism, affordability, and housing. (Brown is a 2026 candidate for Senate, having lost his Senate seat in 2024.) 
- Ohio gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton is described as a rising force in the state who has built significant trust and energy even in deep southeast Ohio regions like Meigs and Vinton counties.

The Affordability Election
- Isaacsohn frames the upcoming election as being fundamentally about the cost of living, including groceries and gas.
- He contrasts Dr. Acton's background in public health and her experience with homelessness against the billionaire status of Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy.
- The discussion emphasizes that voters are looking for candidates who possess empathy and a genuine understanding of economic struggles.

Connecting Rural and Urban Needs
- Isaacsohn argues that health care outcomes in Appalachia and rural areas are directly linked to the costs and availability of care in urban cores like Cincinnati and Columbus.
- He suggests that Democrats must build coalitions by addressing shared concerns regarding the pharmaceutical industry and insurance companies.
- The strategy involves finding common ground with various movements to address systemic issues that affect all Ohioans.

A New Economic Growth Agenda
- Isaacsohn asserts that rising costs are the result of intentional policy choices rather than accidental occurrences.
- He criticizes the use of taxpayer money for billionaire subsidies instead of investing in infrastructure that lowers energy bills.
- The Democratic agenda focuses on driving down costs through increased housing construction and expanding clean energy sectors like solar and wind.
- Isaacsohn concludes that business rankings alone do not matter unless they translate into improved literacy, lifespan, and job quality for everyday citizens.

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Richard Chew talks to Ohio State Rep.&nbsp;<a href="https://ohiohouse.gov/members/dani-isaacsohn">Dani Isaacsohn</a> (D-Cincinnati), minority leader of the Ohio House of Representatives.
SUMMARY
Democratic Momentum in Ohio - Isaacsohn notes a growing momentum for Democrats in Ohio, which is reflected in both polling data and candidate experiences on the ground. - He highlights the popularity of former Senator Sherrod Brown, noting his long-standing focus on populism, affordability, and housing. (Brown is a 2026 candidate for Senate, having lost his Senate seat in 2024.)&nbsp; - Ohio gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton is described as a rising force in the state who has built significant trust and energy even in deep southeast Ohio regions like Meigs and Vinton counties. The Affordability Election - Isaacsohn frames the upcoming election as being fundamentally about the cost of living, including groceries and gas. - He contrasts Dr. Acton's background in public health and her experience with homelessness against the billionaire status of Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy. - The discussion emphasizes that voters are looking for candidates who possess empathy and a genuine understanding of economic struggles. Connecting Rural and Urban Needs - Isaacsohn argues that health care outcomes in Appalachia and rural areas are directly linked to the costs and availability of care in urban cores like Cincinnati and Columbus. - He suggests that Democrats must build coalitions by addressing shared concerns regarding the pharmaceutical industry and insurance companies. - The strategy involves finding common ground with various movements to address systemic issues that affect all Ohioans. A New Economic Growth Agenda - Isaacsohn asserts that rising costs are the result of intentional policy choices rather than accidental occurrences. - He criticizes the use of taxpayer money for billionaire subsidies instead of investing in infrastructure that lowers energy bills. - The Democratic agenda focuses on driving down costs through increased housing construction and expanding clean energy sectors like solar and wind. - Isaacsohn concludes that business rankings alone do not matter unless they translate into improved literacy, lifespan, and job quality for everyday citizens.
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