0:30 - Melania's Epstein presser: not friend of nor victim of Epstein

16:26 -Rep. Maria Salazar (R-FL) on Dignidad Act

59:25 -NDP MP Leah Gazan: zero dollars for ongoing genocide against MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+

01:14:01 - Chicago: the system

01:32:34 -Joshua T. Katz, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, with  An appraisal of judicial vulgarity

01:49:56 - Newsweek’s Josh Hammer: What Exactly Is the Purpose of NATO in the Year 2026?

02:08:38 - Open Mic Friday

0:30 - Melania's Epstein presser:<a href="https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2042310465791860770"> not friend of nor victim of Epstein</a>
16:26 - <a href="https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2042009435640299610">Rep. Maria Salazar (R-FL) on Dignidad Act</a>
59:25 - <a href="https://t.co/G0QfVjNpNB">NDP MP Leah Gazan: zero dollars for ongoing genocide against MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+</a>
01:14:01 - Chicago: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1795788521818045&amp;id=100041607437051&amp;post_id=100041607437051_1795788521818045&amp;rdid=Gypl7zKTVfDxcHxl#">the system</a>
01:32:34 - Joshua T. Katz, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, with &nbsp;<a href="https://spectator.com/article/judicial-vulgarity-olympus-spa-vandyke/?edition=us">An appraisal of judicial vulgarity</a>
01:49:56 - Newsweek&rsquo;s Josh Hammer: <a href="https://www.newsweek.com/what-exactly-is-the-purpose-of-nato-in-the-year-2026-11784411">What Exactly Is the Purpose of NATO in the Year 2026?</a>
02:08:38 - Open Mic Friday

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Chicago's Morning Answer is the only morning radio program in Chicago that covers all of the stories that matter, from Washington to Springfield, from politics to culture. Hosted by Dan Proft, one the sharpest political minds in Illinois, Chicago's Morning Answer brings you what you need to know every morning from 5-9am (CT) on AM 560 The Answer. http://560TheAnswer.com http://morninganswerchicago.com

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0:30 - Former staffer accuses Swalwell of rape

19:32 - Byron Noem and his dominatrix

37:04 -Homan on Dr. Phil

57:54 - Vance on Iran negotiations: we tried, no dice

01:14:29 -Steven Bucci of The Heritage Foundation fires back at critics of the Iran war, saying America can’t sit idly by and allow Iran to rebuild its nuclear program.

01:35:39 -Jonathan Aitken, author, former Member of Parliament, and part-time prison chaplain, draws on his Middle East experience and says the UAE and Oman could emerge as major winners from the Iran war. For more from Rev Aitken visit jonathanaitken.org

01:53:02 -60 Minutes expose on chameleon trucking

02:15:29 -Jack Burns, professor emeritus in astrophysical and planetary sciences and physics at the University of Colorado Boulder, shares key takeaways from Artemis II and what to expect next. 

0:30 - <a href="https://x.com/RyanSaavedra/status/2042752175319978209">Former staffer accuses Swalwell of rape</a>
19:32 - <a href="https://x.com/factpostnews/status/2042650414802251891?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2042650414802251891%7Ctwgr%5E22b99b4d0352e9b96a2dd6ba5e9e831bf4cba997%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.blabber.buzz%2Fpolitics%2F1074768-new-report-alleges-kristi-noem-s-husband-funded-extreme-bimbofication-fantasy">Byron Noem and his dominatrix</a>
37:04 - <a href="https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2043078499691278748">Homan on Dr. Phil</a>
57:54 - <a href="https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2043141814580916489">Vance on Iran negotiations</a>: we tried, no dice
01:14:29 - Steven Bucci of The Heritage Foundation fires back at critics of the Iran war, saying America can&rsquo;t sit idly by and allow Iran to rebuild its nuclear program.
01:35:39 - Jonathan Aitken, author, former Member of Parliament, and part-time prison chaplain, draws on his Middle East experience and says <a href="https://spectator.com/article/the-uae-and-oman-could-be-the-big-winners-from-the-iran-war/?edition=us">the UAE and Oman could emerge as major winners from the Iran war.</a> For more from Rev Aitken visit <a href="http://jonathanaitken.org">jonathanaitken.org</a>
01:53:02 - <a href="https://youtu.be/ylbvU-lmcpI?si=BGQHrEhDnVnBPpFs">60 Minutes expose on chameleon trucking</a>
02:15:29 - Jack Burns, professor emeritus in astrophysical and planetary sciences and physics at the University of Colorado Boulder, shares key takeaways from Artemis II and what to expect next.&nbsp;

Schadenfreude

0:30 -Leavitt on Iran's initial 10-point plan: not serious

13:40 - Hegseth: we'll be hanging around to ensure ceasefire compliance

37:44 -"Controversial" vintage shop owner murdered

55:30 - Eugene Kontorovich, George Mason law professor and Heritage Foundation senior researcher, says he believes Trump will press Iran hard in negotiations given Tehran’s past hostility. Follow Eugene on X @EVKontorovich

01:14:59 - National Review’s Noah Rothman says the U.S. holds the leverage in Iran talks and Americans should be proud of Trump’s efforts — despite the left pushing embarrassment and shame. Pre-order Noah’s soon to be released book  Blood and Progress: A Century of Left-Wing Violence in America

01:36:21 - Paul Vallas, senior policy advisor at the Illinois Policy Institute and former candidate for mayor asks Is Brandon Johnson driving the bus, or is he a captive of this inner circle? Follow Paul on X @PaulVallas

01:53:25 -Clifford May, president of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and foreign affairs columnist for The Washington Times, urges Americans to focus on Trump’s actions — not his words — as the U.S. enters critical Iran negotiations this weekend. Keep updated with Cliff on X @CliffordDMay

02:12:40 - Why Dan Proft is Single

0:30 - <a href="https://x.com/RyanSaavedra/status/2041946418378911948">Leavitt on Iran's initial 10-point plan: not serious</a>
13:40 - Hegseth: <a href="https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2041857206551728138">we'll be hanging around to ensure ceasefire compliance</a>
37:44 - <a href="https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/04/03/controversial-former-vintage-shop-owner-died-after-suspected-assault-in-avondale-police/">"Controversial" vintage shop owner murdered</a>
55:30 - Eugene Kontorovich, George Mason law professor and Heritage Foundation senior researcher, says he believes Trump will press Iran hard in negotiations given Tehran&rsquo;s past hostility. Follow Eugene on X <a href="https://x.com/EVKontorovich">@EVKontorovich</a>
01:14:59 - National Review&rsquo;s Noah Rothman says the U.S. holds the leverage in Iran talks and Americans should be proud of Trump&rsquo;s efforts &mdash; despite the left pushing embarrassment and shame. Pre-order Noah&rsquo;s soon to be released book &nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Progress-Century-Left-Wing-Violence/dp/1546011412">Blood and Progress: A Century of Left-Wing Violence in America</a>
01:36:21 - Paul Vallas, senior policy advisor at the Illinois Policy Institute and former candidate for mayor asks<a href="https://www.chicagocontrarian.com/blog/ideology-over-accountability-crisis-chicago-governance"> Is Brandon Johnson driving the bus, or is he a captive of this inner circle?</a> Follow Paul on X <a href="https://x.com/PaulVallas">@PaulVallas</a>
01:53:25 - Clifford May, president of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and foreign affairs columnist for The Washington Times, urges Americans to focus on Trump&rsquo;s actions &mdash; not his words &mdash; as the U.S. enters critical Iran negotiations this weekend. Keep updated with Cliff on X <a href="http://x.com/CliffordDMay">@CliffordDMay</a>
02:12:40 -&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/mazemoore/status/2041176353098084515">Why Dan Proft is Single</a>

We'll Be Hanging Around

0:30 - Two weeks to stop the spread

18:32 -ISP fleet

40:42 - Dr. Oz: Eliminating fraud will double life expectancy of Medicare

01:23:54 -Zuhdi Jasser, president of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy and former U.S. Navy lieutenant commander, on the ceasefire with Iran and the path forward, saying President Trump is the right leader for this moment. Dr. Jasser is also running for congress in AZ’s 4th district z4az.com

01:44:45 - Noted economist Stephen Moore brings new (and fun!) blue vs red state data! Get more Steve @StephenMoore

02:00:22 -Why Dan Proft is Single

02:21:11 - Michael Rubin, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and Director of Policy Analysis for the Middle East Forum, and The Biggest Intelligence Failure of the Iran War. Follow Michael on X @mrubin1971

0:30 - <a href="https://nypost.com/2026/04/07/world-news/trump-announces-two-week-double-sided-ceasefire-hours-before-iran-deadline-hints-that-deal-is-close-to-finalized/">Two weeks to stop the spread</a>
18:32 - <a href="https://cwbchicago.com/2026/04/1000-isp-vehicles-need-to-be-replaced-but-it-will-take-18-years-to-replace-them-director.html">ISP fleet</a>
40:42 - Dr. Oz: <a href="https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2040434059520692372">Eliminating fraud will double life expectancy of Medicare</a>
01:23:54 - Zuhdi Jasser, president of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy and former U.S. Navy lieutenant commander, on the ceasefire with Iran and the path forward, saying President Trump is the right leader for this moment. Dr. Jasser is also running for congress in AZ&rsquo;s 4th district <a href="https://z4az.com/">z4az.com</a>
01:44:45 - Noted economist Stephen Moore brings new (and fun!) blue vs red state data! Get more Steve <a href="https://x.com/StephenMoore?lang=en">@StephenMoore</a>
02:00:22 - <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/6-7-dating-trend-relationships-b2947328.html">Why Dan Proft is Single</a>
02:21:11 - Michael Rubin, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and Director of Policy Analysis for the Middle East Forum, and <a href="https://www.19fortyfive.com/2026/04/u-s-intelligence-undercounted-irans-missiles-by-more-than-1000-the-range-estimates-were-off-by-50-and-nobody-saw-the-underground-cities-coming/">The Biggest Intelligence Failure of the Iran War</a>. Follow Michael on X <a href="https://x.com/mrubin1971">@mrubin1971</a>

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