On today's show
– Chris Fitzsimon, host of the Stories from the States podcast
– Carlos Ballesteros, reporter for Injustice Watch,  Chicago-based nonprofit journalism organization that examines issues of equity and justice in the court system; their November 2026 Cook County judicial elections guide is now available|
– Ward Farnsworth, professor and W. Page Keeton Chair at the University of Texas School of Law and author of several books, including "Should You Tip for Takeout? Solving the Puzzles of Everyday Life"

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).

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