David Layman

Aaron Kleinman

Spencer Critchley

On today's show:
– David Layman, former Providence, Rhode Island, news anchor, managing editor, and political commentator for RIPBS
– Aaron Kleinman, head of research at Heartland Signal
– Spencer Critchley, author of Patriots of Two Nations and host of the Dastardly Cleverness in the Service of Good podcast

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).

On today's show: &ndash;&nbsp;David Layman, former Providence, Rhode Island, news anchor, managing editor, and political commentator for RIPBS &ndash; Aaron Kleinman, head of research at <a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">Heartland Signal</a> &ndash; <a href="https://spencercritchley.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">Spencer Critchley</a>, author of Patriots of Two Nations and host of the<a href="https://dastardlycleverness.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">&nbsp;Dastardly Cleverness in the Service of Good</a>&nbsp;podcast
Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (<a href="http://heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive">heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive</a>).

From Heartland Signal and WCPT AM 820 in Chicago, here are full episodes of "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" (weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central), a topical and interactive talk show that focuses on national, state and city politics.  

A veteran Chicago broadcaster, Joan talks to politicians and professors, activists and authors, candidates and correspondents, as well as listeners who call in to share their views on the news of the day. Her goal is to Edify, Entertain and Elect — Democrats, of course.    

Joan Esposito has hosted WCPT's afternoon show since 2019. Prior to that she spent 20 years as a Chicago television anchor and reporter for WGN Channel 9, ABC7 and NBC5, and had a stint as managing partner at media trainer J2SC.  Joan is a long-time member of the Screen Actors Guild and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA). 

From Heartland Signal and <a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/">WCPT AM 820</a> in Chicago, here are full episodes of "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" (weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central), a topical and interactive talk show that focuses on national, state and city politics. &nbsp;
A veteran Chicago broadcaster, Joan talks to politicians and professors, activists and authors, candidates and correspondents, as well as listeners who call in to share their views on the news of the day. Her goal is to Edify, Entertain and Elect &mdash; Democrats, of course. &nbsp; &nbsp;
Joan Esposito has hosted WCPT's afternoon show since 2019. Prior to that she spent 20 years as a Chicago television anchor and reporter for WGN Channel 9, ABC7 and NBC5, and had a stint as managing partner at media trainer J2SC. &nbsp;Joan is a long-time member of the Screen Actors Guild and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA).&nbsp;

Joan Esposito (Full Episodes)

From Heartland Signal and WCPT AM 820 in Chicago, "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" (weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central) is a topical and interactive talk show that focuses on national, state and city politics. A veteran Chicago broadcaster, Joan talks to politicians and professors, activists and authors, candidates and correspondents, as well as listeners who call in to share their views on the news of the day. Her goal is to Edify, Entertain and Elect — Democrats, of course.    

Joan Esposito has hosted WCPT's afternoon show since 2019. Prior to that she spent 20 years as a Chicago television anchor and reporter for WGN Channel 9, ABC7 and NBC5, and had a stint as managing partner at media trainer J2SC.  Joan is a long-time member of the Screen Actors Guild and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA). 

From Heartland Signal and <a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/">WCPT AM 820</a> in Chicago, "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" (weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central) is a topical and interactive talk show that focuses on national, state and city politics. A veteran Chicago broadcaster, Joan talks to politicians and professors, activists and authors, candidates and correspondents, as well as listeners who call in to share their views on the news of the day. Her goal is to Edify, Entertain and Elect &mdash; Democrats, of course. &nbsp; &nbsp;
Joan Esposito has hosted WCPT's afternoon show since 2019. Prior to that she spent 20 years as a Chicago television anchor and reporter for WGN Channel 9, ABC7 and NBC5, and had a stint as managing partner at media trainer J2SC. &nbsp;Joan is a long-time member of the Screen Actors Guild and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA).&nbsp;

Joan Esposito: Live, Local & Progressive

Joan Esposito: Live, Local & Progressive | February 18, 2026

Kendall Scudder

Holly Kim

Max Bever

Mark Jacob, Jennifer Schulze

On today's show
– Kendall Scudder, chair of the Texas Democratic Party
– Holly Kim, Lake County treasurer and candidate for Illinois comptroller
– Max Bever, director of Public Information for the Chicago Board of Elections
– Mark Jacob and Jennifer Schulze with our regular media segment

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).

On today's show &ndash; Kendall Scudder, chair of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.texasdemocrats.org/">Texas Democratic Party</a> &ndash; Holly Kim,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lakecountyil.gov/4923/Treasurer">Lake County treasurer</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.voteforhollykim.com/">candidate for Illinois comptroller</a> &ndash; Max Bever, director of Public Information for the Chicago Board of Elections &ndash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stopthepresses.news/?utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=substack_profile">Mark Jacob</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/authors/jennifer-schulze/">Jennifer Schulze</a>&nbsp;with our regular media segment
Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (<a href="http://heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive">heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive</a>).

Joan Esposito: Live, Local & Progressive | February 23, 2026

Joan Esposito is joined by Kendall Scudder, chair of the Texas Democratic Party.  The Democratic primary election is Tuesday, March 3. 

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).

Joan Esposito is joined by Kendall Scudder, chair of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.texasdemocrats.org/">Texas Democratic Party</a>.&nbsp; The Democratic primary election is Tuesday, March 3.&nbsp;
Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (<a href="http://heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive">heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive</a>).

WCPT 820 Interview: Kendall Scudder of the Texas Democratic Party

Joan Esposito is joined by Lake County TreasurerHolly Kim, candidate for Illinois comptroller. Early voting is underway and the primary election is Tuesday, March 17.

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).

Joan Esposito is joined by <a href="https://www.lakecountyil.gov/4923/Treasurer">Lake County Treasurer</a> Holly Kim, <a href="https://www.voteforhollykim.com/">candidate for Illinois comptroller</a>. Early voting is underway and the primary election is Tuesday, March 17.
Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (<a href="http://heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive">heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive</a>).

Joan Esposito: Live, Local & Progressive | February 18, 2026

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