On today's show:
– Bill Scher, politics editor at The Washington Monthly
– Dr. John Murphy, professor of communication at the University of Illinois and an expert on the history of American public address and political rhetoric
– Marj Halperin, democratic analyst and political commentator on “The Mincing Rascals” podcast
– Greg Hinz, columnist for Crain’s Chicago Business
Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive).

WCPT 820 Interview: Jonathan Alter
28:07

Joan Esposito: Live, Local & Progressive | January 16, 2026
2:26:57

WCPT 820 Interview: Rich Eberwein
17:04