Chris Plante, host of The Chris Plante Show, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the latest political headlines and issues shaping the national conversation. Later, Simon Hankinson, senior research fellow at The Heritage Foundation, examines the debate over Islamist extremism and discusses when criticism of extremist ideologies becomes labeled as Islamophobia.

Champion pumpkin grower Joe Adkins, known as "Pumpkin Joe," discusses the new documentary Joe and the Giant Pumpkin and his passion for growing record-breaking pumpkins. Comedian Bert Kreischer joins the show to preview his Permission to Party Tour stop at The Chicago Theatre, while Mayor Brad Stephens shares the latest news from Rosemont

Chris Plante, host of The Chris Plante Show, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the latest political headlines and issues shaping the national conversation. Later, Simon Hankinson, senior research fellow at The Heritage Foundation, examines the debate over Islamist extremism and discusses when criticism of extremist ideologies becomes labeled as Islamophobia.
Champion pumpkin grower&nbsp;Joe Adkins, known as "Pumpkin Joe," discusses the new documentary Joe and the Giant Pumpkin and his passion for growing record-breaking pumpkins. Comedian Bert Kreischer joins the show to preview his Permission to Party Tour stop at The Chicago Theatre, while Mayor Brad Stephens shares the latest news from Rosemont

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.

The Ray Stevens Show

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk. 

Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.&nbsp;

The Ray Stevens Show (Oct. 13, 2026) | Islamist Extremism Debate, Giant Pumpkins & Bert Kreischer's Chicago Tour

Comedian, actor and podcaster Bert Kreischer joins Ray Stevens to discuss his Permission to Party Tour and upcoming performances at The Chicago Theatre. Kreischer shares what fans can expect from the show and reflects on his busy career in comedy and entertainment.

Comedian, actor and podcaster Bert Kreischer joins Ray Stevens to discuss his Permission to Party Tour and upcoming performances at The Chicago Theatre. Kreischer shares what fans can expect from the show and reflects on his busy career in comedy and entertainment.

Bert Kreischer Previews His Chicago Tour Stop

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Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Ald. Ray Lopez of Chicago’s 15th Ward discusses Mayor Brandon Johnson’s plan to address the city’s massive budget deficit. Lilly Rossi of the Illinois Policy Institute examines how Illinois’ population loss could cost the state a second seat in Congress under Gov. JB Pritzker. Mike Emanuel, Fox News chief Washington correspondent, joins the show to discuss reports that former Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing for another run for the White House. The show also features Tirade Tuesday, with a chance to win two tickets to see Def Leppard and the Goo Goo Dolls at the United Center.

Key Segments:


Ald. Ray Lopez: Mayor Johnson’s plan to tackle Chicago’s budget deficit


Lilly Rossi: Illinois’ population loss and the potential loss of a congressional seat


Mike Emanuel: Kamala Harris and the possibility of another presidential campaign

Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Ald. Ray Lopez of Chicago&rsquo;s 15th Ward discusses Mayor Brandon Johnson&rsquo;s plan to address the city&rsquo;s massive budget deficit. Lilly Rossi of the Illinois Policy Institute examines how Illinois&rsquo; population loss could cost the state a second seat in Congress under Gov. JB Pritzker. Mike Emanuel, Fox News chief Washington correspondent, joins the show to discuss reports that former Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing for another run for the White House. The show also features Tirade Tuesday, with a chance to win two tickets to see Def Leppard and the Goo Goo Dolls at the United Center.
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Ald. Ray Lopez: Mayor Johnson&rsquo;s plan to tackle Chicago&rsquo;s budget deficit
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Lilly Rossi: Illinois&rsquo; population loss and the potential loss of a congressional seat
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Mike Emanuel: Kamala Harris and the possibility of another presidential campaign
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The Ray Stevens Show (Oct. 13, 2026) | Chicago’s Budget Crisis, Illinois’ Population Loss & Kamala Harris’ Political Future

Mike Emanuel, Fox News chief Washington correspondent, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss reports that former Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing for another run for the White House. Emanuel examines Harris’ potential political future and what another presidential campaign could mean for the Democratic Party as the next election cycle approaches.

Mike Emanuel, Fox News chief Washington correspondent, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss reports that former Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing for another run for the White House. Emanuel examines Harris&rsquo; potential political future and what another presidential campaign could mean for the Democratic Party as the next election cycle approaches.

The Ray Stevens Show (Oct. 13, 2026) | Islamist Extremism Debate, Giant Pumpkins & Bert Kreischer's Chicago Tour

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