Hey, progressives, this is Richard Chew. We all have a story and I'd like to briefly share with you my WCPT story. 

I had been listening to WCPT -- Stephanie Miller, Thom Hartmann and the others -- since 2014, occasionally appearing on "The Family Meeting." But it was the summer of 2017, while driving back from Fort Wayne, Indiana, when Eric Grant and I had a conversation which led me to appearing as a regular co-host with him and Tressa McDonnell on "The Family Meeting," Sundays 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. 

Soon after that, Joan Esposito and I met, which led to me appearing on her show, "Live, Local & Progressive," in studio with Joan. Man, did we have a lot of fun. "Over the next couple of years, I would sit in for Joan when she needed a break, as well as Santita Jackson, two of the top women in Chicago broadcasting. Then Patti Vasquez, another great WCPT voice, and I hit it off because I just love Patti's energy and grasp of so many issues. Plus, she's funny as hell. 

Our leadership at WCPT, Matt and Mark specifically, were always willing to have me sit in to help with various shows. Then it happened: I got the call to come up from the minors to the big show. In February 2024 I became your morning show 6:00 to 8:00 a.m., Monday through Friday's pragmatic voice. "Chew's Views" was born. This past 14 months have been quite a ride with all of you. Our world has changed, and being connected to each other is more important than ever before. So I will be here for you when you're calling. It's my joy to bring you the best that I've got. 

This is Richard Chew. Stay tuned, progressives.

Hey, progressives, this is Richard Chew. We all have a story and I'd like to briefly share with you my WCPT story.&nbsp;
I had been listening to WCPT -- Stephanie Miller, Thom Hartmann and the others -- since 2014, occasionally appearing on "<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/the-family-meeting/">The Family Meeting</a>." But it was the summer of 2017, while driving back from Fort Wayne, Indiana, when Eric Grant and I had a conversation which led me to appearing as a regular co-host with him and Tressa McDonnell on "The Family Meeting," Sundays 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.&nbsp;
Soon after that, Joan Esposito and I met, which led to me appearing on her show, "<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive/">Live, Local &amp; Progressive</a>," in studio with Joan. Man, did we have a lot of fun. "Over the next couple of years, I would sit in for Joan when she needed a break, as well as Santita Jackson, two of the top women in Chicago broadcasting. Then <a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home/">Patti Vasquez</a>, another great WCPT voice, and I hit it off because I just love Patti's energy and grasp of so many issues. Plus, she's funny as hell.&nbsp;
Our leadership at WCPT, Matt and Mark specifically, were always willing to have me sit in to help with various shows. Then it happened: I got the call to come up from the minors to the big show. In February 2024 I became your morning show 6:00 to 8:00 a.m., Monday through Friday's pragmatic voice. "<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views/">Chew's Views</a>" was born. This past 14 months have been quite a ride with all of you. Our world has changed, and being connected to each other is more important than ever before. So I will be here for you when you're calling. It's my joy to bring you the best that I've got.&nbsp;
This is Richard Chew. Stay tuned, progressives.

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;