WCPT's William Muck and Jill Wine-Banks talk to U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL), candidate for U.S. Senate, shortly after WCPT and Heartland Signal's 2026 U.S. Senate Candidate Forum.

WCPT's William Muck and Jill Wine-Banks talk to U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL), candidate for U.S. Senate, shortly after WCPT and Heartland Signal's <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/joan-esposito-live-local-progressive/2026-u-s-senate-candidate-forum">2026 U.S. Senate Candidate Forum</a>.

From Heartland Signal and WCPT AM 820 in Chicago, here are featured interviews from "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 featured interviews from "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 &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 (Featured Interviews)

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

WCPT 820 Candidate Interview: U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL)

On today's show William Muck guest-hosted the 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. hours for Joan. His guests were:
– Richard Chew
– Patti Vasquez
– Joel Ostrow, professor of political science at Benedictine University
– Suzanne Chod, professor of political science at North Central College

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&nbsp;William Muck guest-hosted the 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. hours for Joan. His guests were: &ndash;&nbsp;<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views/">Richard Chew</a> &ndash;&nbsp;<a href="https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home/">Patti Vasquez</a> &ndash;&nbsp;<a href="https://ben.edu/faculty/joel-ostrow/">Joel Ostrow</a>, professor of political science at Benedictine University &ndash;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.northcentralcollege.edu/profile/smchod">Suzanne Chod</a>, professor of political science at North Central College
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 with guest host William Muck | February 6, 2026

WCPT's William Muck and Jill Wine-Banks talk to Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton (D), candidate for U.S. Senate, shortly after WCPT and Heartland Signal's 2026 U.S. Senate Candidate Forum.

WCPT's William Muck and Jill Wine-Banks talk to Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton (D), candidate for U.S. Senate, shortly after WCPT and Heartland Signal's&nbsp;<a href="https://omny.fm/shows/joan-esposito-live-local-progressive/2026-u-s-senate-candidate-forum">2026 U.S. Senate Candidate Forum</a>.

WCPT 820 Candidate Interview: Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton (D)

North Central College Political Science Professor William Muck hosts WCPT and Heartland Signal's Pre- and Post-U.S. Senate Candidate Forum Coverage with special guest co-host Jill Wine-Banks. 

Their guests are:
– Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate
– U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL), Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate 
– WCPT's Richard Chew, host of "Chew's Views," weekday mornings from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central
– WCPT's Patti Vasquez, host of "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez," weekday evenings from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central 

(Listen to the forum: https://omny.fm/shows/joan-esposito-live-local-progressive/2026-u-s-senate-candidate-forum.)

North Central College Political Science Professor William Muck hosts WCPT and Heartland Signal's Pre- and Post-U.S. Senate Candidate Forum Coverage with special guest co-host Jill Wine-Banks.&nbsp;
Their guests are: &ndash; <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/joan-esposito-live-local-progressive/wcpt-820-candidate-interview-illinois-lt-gov-juliana-stratton-d">Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton</a>, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate &ndash; <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/joan-esposito-live-local-progressive/wcpt-820-candidate-interview-u-s-rep-robin-kelly-d-il">U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly</a> (D-IL), Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate&nbsp; &ndash; WCPT's Richard Chew, host of "Chew's Views," weekday mornings from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central &ndash; WCPT's Patti Vasquez, host of "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez," weekday evenings from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central&nbsp;
(Listen to the forum: https://omny.fm/shows/joan-esposito-live-local-progressive/2026-u-s-senate-candidate-forum.)

WCPT 820 Candidate Interview: U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL)

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