On today's show:

– Eoin Sullivan, freelance journalist based in Copenhagen
– Ashley Aune, Missouri Democratic House minority leader
– In hour two Patti joins the Up North Podcast with the Minocqua Brewing Company and contributors Kirk Bangstad, Ben Cominos, Amy Thomas and more; their guests include Wisconsin State Sen. Chris Larson (D-Milwaukee)

Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).

On today's show:
&ndash; Eoin Sullivan, freelance journalist based in Copenhagen &ndash;&nbsp;<a href="https://house.mo.gov/MemberDetails.aspx?district=014&amp;year=2025">Ashley Aune</a>, Missouri Democratic House minority leader &ndash; In hour two Patti joins the Up North Podcast with the Minocqua Brewing Company and contributors Kirk Bangstad, Ben Cominos, Amy Thomas and more; their guests include&nbsp;<a href="https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/legislators/senate/2819">Wisconsin State Sen. Chris Larson</a>&nbsp;(D-Milwaukee)
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).

Here are full episodes of "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" (weeknights from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on WCPT Chicago), a radio talk show devoted to covering the news of the day and connecting listeners with local leaders. 

Patti Vasquez is a Chicago comedian, writer, actor, talk show host, consultant, advocate, and policy adviser. After achieving a degree in history from the University of Illinois, she set out to share her hilarious observations about how people behave, and stories about her second-generation Irish dad and Mexican immigrant mom. Patti has headlined in comedy clubs and colleges all over the U.S., Canada, and Europe, appeared on Nickelodeon, TBS, ABC, The Oprah Winfrey Network, and has a recurring role on NBC’s “Chicago Fire.” When her son Declan was born with a rare neurological disorder, Patti decided to take her communication and performance experience to launch her company “With Kind Words,” in which she helps medical professionals and educators communicate with compassion. For six years, Patti was the first Latina to host her own talk show on WGN Radio 720. In addition to her work as a performer and consultant, Patti began advocating for children and families throughout Illinois and helped restore funding for vital support services after massive cuts were made by former Governor Bruce Rauner. In 2020 she ran to be the state representative of the 19th District.  She is now the health care and human services liaison and assistant policy adviser for Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza.  Patti lives with her family on the Northwest Side of Chicago and continues to advocate for her community.  

Here are full episodes of "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" (weeknights from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on <a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/">WCPT Chicago</a>), a radio talk show devoted to covering the news of the day and connecting listeners with local leaders. 
Patti Vasquez is a Chicago comedian, writer, actor, talk show host, consultant, advocate, and policy adviser. After achieving a degree in history from the University of Illinois, she set out to share her hilarious observations about how people behave, and stories about her second-generation Irish dad and Mexican immigrant mom. Patti has headlined in comedy clubs and colleges all over the U.S., Canada, and Europe, appeared on Nickelodeon, TBS, ABC, The Oprah Winfrey Network, and has a recurring role on NBC’s “Chicago Fire.” When her son Declan was born with a rare neurological disorder, Patti decided to take her communication and performance experience to launch her company “With Kind Words,” in which she helps medical professionals and educators communicate with compassion. For six years, Patti was the first Latina to host her own talk show on WGN Radio 720. In addition to her work as a performer and consultant, Patti began advocating for children and families throughout Illinois and helped restore funding for vital support services after massive cuts were made by former Governor Bruce Rauner. In 2020 she ran to be the state representative of the 19th District.  She is now the health care and human services liaison and assistant policy adviser for Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza.  Patti lives with her family on the Northwest Side of Chicago and continues to advocate for her community.

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"Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" (weeknights from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT Chicago) is a radio talk show devoted to covering the news of the day and connecting listeners with local leaders. 

Patti Vasquez is a Chicago comedian, writer, actor, talk show host, consultant, advocate, and policy adviser. After achieving a degree in history from the University of Illinois, she set out to share her hilarious observations about how people behave, and stories about her second-generation Irish dad and Mexican immigrant mom. Patti has headlined in comedy clubs and colleges all over the U.S., Canada, and Europe, appeared on Nickelodeon, TBS, ABC, The Oprah Winfrey Network, and has a recurring role on NBC’s “Chicago Fire.” When her son Declan was born with a rare neurological disorder, Patti decided to take her communication and performance experience to launch her company “With Kind Words,” in which she helps medical professionals and educators communicate with compassion.

For six years, Patti was the first Latina to host her own talk show on WGN Radio 720. In addition to her work as a performer and consultant, Patti began advocating for children and families throughout Illinois and helped restore funding for vital support services after massive cuts were made by former Governor Bruce Rauner. In 2020 she ran to be the state representative of the 19th District.  She is now the health care and human services liaison and assistant policy adviser for Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza.  Patti lives with her family on the Northwest Side of Chicago and continues to advocate for her community.  

"Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" (weeknights from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on <a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/">WCPT Chicago</a>) is a radio talk show devoted to covering the news of the day and connecting listeners with local leaders. 
Patti Vasquez is a Chicago comedian, writer, actor, talk show host, consultant, advocate, and policy adviser. After achieving a degree in history from the University of Illinois, she set out to share her hilarious observations about how people behave, and stories about her second-generation Irish dad and Mexican immigrant mom. Patti has headlined in comedy clubs and colleges all over the U.S., Canada, and Europe, appeared on Nickelodeon, TBS, ABC, The Oprah Winfrey Network, and has a recurring role on NBC’s “Chicago Fire.” When her son Declan was born with a rare neurological disorder, Patti decided to take her communication and performance experience to launch her company “With Kind Words,” in which she helps medical professionals and educators communicate with compassion.
For six years, Patti was the first Latina to host her own talk show on WGN Radio 720. In addition to her work as a performer and consultant, Patti began advocating for children and families throughout Illinois and helped restore funding for vital support services after massive cuts were made by former Governor Bruce Rauner. In 2020 she ran to be the state representative of the 19th District.  She is now the health care and human services liaison and assistant policy adviser for Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza.  Patti lives with her family on the Northwest Side of Chicago and continues to advocate for her community.

Driving It Home With Patti Vasquez

Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez January 21 2026

Patti Vasquez and guest co-host Dr. Kathy Tynus are joined by Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett, organizational psychologist, author, and host of the “Where Work Meets Life” podcast. Her new book is "I Wish I'd Quit Sooner Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss."

Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).

Patti Vasquez and guest co-host Dr. Kathy Tynus are joined by Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett, organizational psychologist, author, and host of the &ldquo;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/1WSDcjiXEn8W5yreR905GE">Where Work Meets Life</a>&rdquo; podcast. Her new book is "<a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/I-Wish-Id-Quit-Sooner/Laura-Hambley-Lovett/9798896360407">I Wish I'd Quit Sooner&nbsp;Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss</a>."
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).

WCPT 820 Interview: Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett

Patti Vasquez and guest co-host Dr. Kathy Tynus are joined in studio by Matt Conroy, candidate for Congress in the 5th Congressional District of Illinois.

Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).

Patti Vasquez and guest co-host Dr. Kathy Tynus are joined in studio by Matt Conroy,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mattconroyforcongress.com/">candidate for Congress</a> in the 5th Congressional District of Illinois.
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).

WCPT 820 Candidate Interview: Matt Conroy

Patti Vasquez and guest co-host Dr. Kathy Tynus talk to Hal Sparks, host of “The Hal Sparks Radio Program” on WCPT.

Hal headlines the Rage Comedy Fun-raiser Saturday, January 31 at Dino's Pizza & Italian Restaurant in Chicago.

Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).

Patti Vasquez and guest co-host Dr. Kathy Tynus talk to Hal Sparks, host of &ldquo;<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/hal-sparks-radio-program/">The Hal Sparks Radio Program</a>&rdquo; on WCPT.
Hal headlines the <a href="https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ragecomedyfunraiser?fbclid=IwY2xjawPd2aRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQbzNqOXdaTTU0M2lBOGl4c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoRiAYssBBHZQy9Pw5JYgvduEOP8v7-MorBQ_Pqd1eNWiY003RA-oG5YNGDJ_aem_E8kVaxBk7l_aFnkSVJK6Og">Rage Comedy Fun-raiser Saturday, January 31</a> at <a href="https://www.dinospizzachicago.com/">Dino's Pizza &amp; Italian Restaurant</a> in Chicago.
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).

Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez January 21 2026

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