The Ray Stevens Show
Market Volatility and Future Innovations
Jonathan Hoenig of Capitalist Pig, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss current market trends, economic challenges, and technological advancements. Jonathan highlights the significant fluctuations in oil prices, noting a recent peak near $98 a barrel before settling around $93. He links these shif…
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Paws Chicago: Training for Success and Upcoming Adoption Events
Mark Lukas from PAWS Chicago Joins The Ray Stevens Show. To discuss raining is essential for building a strong bond between a pet and its owner. Volunteers at PAWS work with shelter animals to establish a baseline of good behavior before they are adopted. When someone adopts from PAWS Chicago, thei…
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Spring Break Travel Tips with Natalie Compton
Travel expert Natalie Compton, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the logistics and trends for Spring Break 2026. Natalie highlights that despite social media reports of long lines, travel is leveling out. However, she warns of potential delays at major hubs like Chicago O’Hare. She recommends t…
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Chicago's South Side Irish Parade and City Governance With Alderman Matt O'Shea
Alderman Matt O'Shea of the 19th Ward, joins The Ray Stevens Show to talk about the upcoming South Side Irish Parade. Alderman O'Shea describes the event as a nearly 50-year tradition that celebrates family, faith, and heritage, bringing the community together. They touch on the challenges facing …
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The "Pope-mobile" Explorer: A Chicago-Built Gift for the Vatican
Tony Docimo, the Engineering Manager of the Ford assembly plant in Chicago, joins the Ray Stevens Show to discuss a unique project: a Ford Explorer specially designed for Pope Leo. Docimo shares his excitement and pride in the project, noting the connection some plant workers have to the Pope throu…
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2026 South Side Irish Parade Queen, Erin Larkin
Erin Larkin, the 2026 South Side Irish Parade Queen joins The Ray Stevens Show. They mention some of the rules for being crowned queen, including being between the ages of 21 and 30 and never having been married. Erin discusses the events she has attended, such as visiting a nursing home and readin…
04:49
HealthQuest with Dr. David Kolbaba: Natural Solutions for Chronic Health Challenges
Dr. David Kolbaba joins The Ray Stevens Show to discusses a holistic approach to health, focusing on identifying and treating the root causes of chronic ailments rather than just managing symptoms with medication. Dr. Kolbaba advocates for "clinical nutrition" and functional medicine, aiming to res…
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Regional Support and Volunteer Opportunities Following Storms in Kankakee County
Connie Esparza, Regional Communications Director for the American Red Cross in Illinois Joins The Ray Stevens Show to provide an update on the organization's relief efforts following recent Kankakee County Tornado. Ray and Connie highlight the immediate needs of the impacted communities and the var…
03:51
New Leadership, New Direction: An Interview with GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Ted Dabrowski
GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Ted Dabrowski joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss outlining his vision for the state's economy, emphasizing the need for fiscal responsibility and strategies to stimulate growth. He addresses concerns regarding current taxation levels and proposes measures to reduce go…
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Backing the Blue: Lawsuits, Settlements, and the Search for Nancy Guthrie
Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, joins The Ray Stevens show to discuss a landmark legal move in Chicago. After Officer Gregory St. Louis was shot and injured in the line of duty, his legal team filed a lawsuit against the family of the suspect who shot hi…
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