Former Illinois State Representative Jeanne Ives joins Ray Stevens to talk about the $2 billion Gotion battery deal, the reveal that they use slave labor, and Gotion's ties to communism. 

Former Illinois State Representative Jeanne Ives joins Ray Stevens to talk about the $2 billion Gotion battery deal, the reveal that they use slave labor, and Gotion's ties to communism.

When our regular hosts are away, the fill-in hosts will play. Enjoy the content of the pinch hitters from Garry Meier to Ray Stevens to Rob Johnson and more.

When our regular hosts are away, the fill-in hosts will play. Enjoy the content of the pinch hitters from Garry Meier to Ray Stevens to Rob Johnson and more.

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Gotion uses slave labor. What happens to the deal Gov. Pritzker struck with the company?

IF YOU'RE FEELING WEIRD: Check out The World Oddities Expo in Rosemont! The World Oddities Expo is a traveling oddities festival- a peculiar paradise where weird thrives! They pride themselves on being an all-inclusive artisan and small business fueled mega-convention. They feature artists, vendors, performers, educators, and guest speakers to create a macabre and magical experience for all! Kids 12 and under are FREE! For tix and more info: https://worldodditiesexpo.com/chicago-il/

IF YOU'RE FEELING FLOWERY: Check out the Cherry Blossom Trees in Jackson Park. The area surrounding the Columbian Basin in Jackson Park is home to about 200 pink and white cherry blossom trees that typically bloom each Spring. The trees are located just south of the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (GMSI), on either side of the South Portico and surrounding the Columbia Basin (pond). The trees are also found on the north end of the Wooded Island and in the Osaka Garden, all a short walk south of the Columbian Basin. The bloom is a spectacular sight to see, with peak bloom typically happening now that lasts anywhere from 6 to 14 days, depending on the weather. For more info: https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jackson-park-cherry-blossoms

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR FAMILY FUN: Check out the Morton Arboretum Discovery Day and Touch-a-Truck: from 9am- 4pm on Sat 4/11. Celebrate Arbor Month with an all-ages, behind-the-scenes look at tree care and the green industry. Connect with Arboretum staff and certified arborists, explore careers in tree care and horticulture, and get practical tree and soil care tips. See some of the Arboretum’s largest trucks and municipal vehicles. Ask arborist specialists questions about tree care in the Firefly Pavilion. Plus, food trucks, beverages and an Arboretum Store pop-up. Included with Arboretum admission. For the event schedule, visit mortonarb.org.

IF YOU'RE FEELING WEIRD: Check out The World Oddities Expo in Rosemont! The World Oddities Expo is a traveling oddities festival- a peculiar paradise where weird thrives! They pride themselves on being an all-inclusive artisan and small business fueled mega-convention. They feature artists, vendors, performers, educators, and guest speakers to create a macabre and magical experience for all! Kids 12 and under are FREE! For tix and more info: <a href="https://worldodditiesexpo.com/chicago-il/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">https://worldodditiesexpo.com/chicago-il/</a>
IF YOU'RE FEELING FLOWERY: Check out the Cherry Blossom Trees in Jackson Park. The area surrounding the Columbian Basin in Jackson Park is home to about 200 pink and white cherry blossom trees that typically bloom each Spring. The trees are located just south of the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (GMSI), on either side of the South Portico and surrounding the Columbia Basin (pond). The trees are also found on the north end of the Wooded Island and in the Osaka Garden, all a short walk south of the Columbian Basin. The bloom is a spectacular sight to see, with peak bloom typically happening now that lasts anywhere from 6 to 14 days, depending on the weather. For more info: <a href="https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jackson-park-cherry-blossoms" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jackson-park-cherry-blossoms</a>
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR FAMILY FUN: Check out the Morton Arboretum Discovery Day and Touch-a-Truck: from 9am- 4pm on Sat 4/11. Celebrate Arbor Month with an all-ages, behind-the-scenes look at tree care and the green industry. Connect with Arboretum staff and certified arborists, explore careers in tree care and horticulture, and get practical tree and soil care tips. See some of the Arboretum&rsquo;s largest trucks and municipal vehicles. Ask arborist specialists questions about tree care in the Firefly Pavilion. Plus, food trucks, beverages and an Arboretum Store pop-up. Included with Arboretum admission. For the event schedule, visit mortonarb.org.

SOCIAL STEPH - 04/09/2026 - Chicago is springing into action this weekend with so many fun things to do!

🐰 If you’re feeling the madness in April: check out the Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball team play UConn in the Final 4 this Saturday! You can listen to the game on 890 WLS-AM, your Chicago home for Illinois basketball and football!

🐰 If you’re looking for a scary bunny experience: check out Peter Rottentail and his band of bad bunnies at Disturbia Haunted House this weekend ONLY! For tix and more info: @disturbiachicago

🐰if you’re looking for a sweet, family friendly event: hop on over to Indiana and check out the Parlor Rabbit at all 3 Parlor Doughnut locations! This is a FREE community event just in time for Easter! Bring the whole family to say hi, snap some adorable pictures, and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Don’t miss this chance to create sweet memories with their special guest and enjoy some delicious doughnuts! For more info: @parlourdoughnuts 

🐰 If you&rsquo;re feeling the madness in April: check out the Fighting Illini Men&rsquo;s Basketball team play UConn in the Final 4 this Saturday! You can listen to the game on 890 WLS-AM, your Chicago home for Illinois basketball and football! 🐰 If you&rsquo;re looking for a scary bunny experience: check out Peter Rottentail and his band of bad bunnies at Disturbia Haunted House this weekend ONLY! For tix and more info: @disturbiachicago 🐰if you&rsquo;re looking for a sweet, family friendly event: hop on over to Indiana and check out the&nbsp;Parlor Rabbit at all 3 Parlor Doughnut locations! This is a FREE community event just in time for Easter! Bring the whole family to say hi, snap some adorable pictures, and enjoy the festive atmosphere.&nbsp;Don&rsquo;t miss this chance to create sweet memories with their special guest and enjoy some delicious doughnuts! For more info: @parlourdoughnuts&nbsp;

SOCIAL STEPH - 04/02/2026 - It’s An Eggstra Special Weekend in Chicago! Here a few things you can hop on over and check out:

IF YOU'RE A NORTHSIDER: Check out the Chicago Cubs as they face off against the Washington Nationals this weekend at Wrigley! For tix and more info: https://www.mlb.com/cubs


IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR FAMILY FUN: Check out the Easter in the East: Eggs Across Cultures & Museum Easter Egg Hunt at the National Hellenic Museum in Greektown! There's Easter egg decorating and Museum wide egg hunt. For tix and more info: https://nationalhellenicmuseum.org/


IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FOR GROWN-UPS ONLY:  Check out the Adult Easter Egg Hunt at Four Corners in Valparaiso, Indiana! Grab your friends and hop on over to Four Corners Winery for a day full of fun! Sip your favorite wine, enjoy live music, and get ready to hunt for eggs. For tix and more info: https://www.fourcornerswinery.com/

IF YOU'RE A NORTHSIDER: Check out the Chicago Cubs as they face off against the Washington Nationals this weekend at Wrigley! For tix and more info:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mlb.com/cubs">https://www.mlb.com/cubs</a>
 IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR FAMILY FUN: Check out the Easter in the East: Eggs Across Cultures &amp; Museum Easter Egg Hunt at the National Hellenic Museum in Greektown! There's Easter egg decorating and Museum wide egg hunt. For tix and more info:&nbsp;<a href="https://nationalhellenicmuseum.org/">https://nationalhellenicmuseum.org/</a>
 IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FOR GROWN-UPS ONLY:&nbsp; Check out the Adult Easter Egg Hunt at Four Corners in Valparaiso, Indiana! Grab your friends and hop on over to Four Corners Winery for a day full of fun! Sip your favorite wine, enjoy live music, and get ready to hunt for eggs. For tix and more info:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fourcornerswinery.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">https://www.fourcornerswinery.com/</a>

Gotion uses slave labor. What happens to the deal Gov. Pritzker struck with the company?

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