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Political and legal analyst for WGN-TV News: host: the wgn radio podcast "Behind the Curtain" which covers mostly theater and arts. Author of 15 books including: Assume Guilt and Assume Treason (Matt Barlow mysteries)

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Join me for WGN-TV Political Report Sunday 9:00 a.m. guests are ABC News' Jonathan Karl on his new book "Retribution" and Congressman Jonathan Jackson on the current government shutdown. The show repeats at 3:30 p.m. on Ch 9 or watch the live stream at www.wgntv.com/live

08.11.2025 20:10 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Paul Lisnek Behind the Curtain: comedian Murray Hill. He's performing at Den Theatre on November 9th. Watch on Saturday at 10:30 a.m./ Sunday at 4:30 p.m. on WGN+TV Stream, and then on Monday you can watch it at wgnradio.com under podcasts, all other podcast platforms and at aroundthetownchicago.com

08.11.2025 00:14 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

WGN - TV Political Report Sunday 9:00 a.m. My guests our Congressman Brad Schneider on the state of the country right now and author, journalist and CNN anchor Jake Tapper on his latest book about a terrorist who was caught long after the case went cold. Ch 9 or the live stream: www.wgntv.com/live

04.10.2025 21:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WGN-TV Political Report Sunday 9a.m.: Guests: Rep. Mike Quigley on govt shutdown and new tariffs, former Kamala Harris senior advisor Mike Nellis on Harris's new book and Repub strategist Collin Corbett on Repub Guv primary/ race. Watch on Ch 9 or live stream: wgntv.com/live

27.09.2025 17:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

WGN - TV Political Report Sunday 9:00 a.m.: Professor Robert Pape of University of Chicago to talk about the growth of political violence, Professor Mike Miller professor emeritus from DePaul on the economy and journalist Tyler Pager on 2024. Join us at 9:00 a.m. on Channel 9 www.wgntv.com/live

13.09.2025 23:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

WGN - TV Political Report Sunday 9a.m. guests: author amanda litman on her book When We are in Charge- young leaders in government, and Military expert Greg Williams talks about the impacts of ICE and National Guard in Chicago. Ch.9 or livestream: www.wgntv.com/live

30.08.2025 18:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sunday at 9am on WGN-TV Political Report: Lt. Col Alexander Vindman joins me to talk about the war in Ukraine and how the US and the west abandoned Ukraine long ago. Plus Votebeat on redistricting and Trump calling for an end to mail in voting. On ch 9 and livestream at www.wgntv.com/live.

23.08.2025 19:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. Watch WGN-TV Political Report when my guests are IL AG Kwame Raoul on the federalization of the National Guard & author Evan Osnos on new book about ultra rich and their mega yachts. how do these thing apply here in illinois? Ch. 9 or the live stream at www.wgntv.com/live

17.08.2025 03:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This weekend Behind the Curtain: Jordan Marcus (plays Michael Jackson) in MJ the Musical; Annoyance Theater's Hitch *Cocktails...a murder mystery/drinking game...for the cast!! Sat at 10:30am and 4:30pm ; Sun at 4:30pm on WGN+ TV app. Mon: wgnradio.com.

08.08.2025 04:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sunday at 9:00 a.m. join me for WGN - TV Political Report. My guests are retired Alderman Walter Burnett on his 30 years in office and hopes to head the CHA and economics Professor Michael Miller on the state of the economy. Tune in on Channel 9 OR watch the live stream at wgn-tv.com/live

03.08.2025 04:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WGN - TV Political Report Sunday at 9:00 a.m.. Ald. Brian Hopkins (2nd ward) on budget and safety issues in the city and Congresswoman Delia Ramirez IL-3 discussing immigration policy and impacts of the recently passed budget. Tune in on Channel 9 or watch the live stream at www.wgntv.com/live

26.07.2025 19:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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If you missed Behind the Curtain interviews of Beauty and the Beast and Hairspray on WGN+ TV stream, this last weekend, you can now watch the full recordings plus bonus conversation at wgnradio.com under podcasts and also visit the Behind the Curtain section at Aroundthetownchicago.com

23.07.2025 04:37 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

WGN - TV Political Report Sun@ 9:00 a.m. IL Comptroller Susana Mendoza on her decision not to seek re-election. Also political consultant Richard Gordon on Jeffrey Epstein matter. Tune in Ch. 9 or live stream: www.wgntv.com/live or the new TV streaming format called wgn+ available on your smart TV.

19.07.2025 22:29 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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My guest on Behind the Curtain this Saturday at 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and Sunday at 4:30 p.m.: author Ian Leslie whose latest book is called John & Paul. A very different analysis of the relationship between Lennon and McCartney. An interview you won't want to miss. And Monday at WGN radio.com

12.07.2025 01:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This weekend's Behind the Curtain: the proposed Cultural Stadium for Chicago's theater and art scene. Guest:Broadway in Chicago President / CEO Lou Raisin. Sat at 10:30am/4:30pm & Sun at 4:30pm on the WGN+ TV Streaming app. Monday you can watch at wgnradio.com, YouTube and all podcast platforms.

13.06.2025 04:55 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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08.06.2025 20:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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WGN -TV Political Report Sunday 9 a.m. My guest: Tim Miller of the Bulwark to discuss the current state of politics in washington. Plus a panel I moderated with the Chicago Bar Association on gun violence and fearuring AG Kwame Raoul.. watch on Ch. 9, www.wgntv.com/live or on the wgn+ app

24.05.2025 16:27 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

HI folks, I will be on with Paul Lisnek tomorrow at 9am on WGN-TV to chat about my new book, A Life Made From Scratch. Take a listen if you are around!

05.04.2025 23:10 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sunday 9:00 a.m. join me for WGN - TV Political Report. My guests: Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss on plans for a second term, and former congresswoman Marie Newman on her new book offering life lessons to all of us from her years in Congress. Tune in on Channel 9 or live stream at www.wgntv.com/live.

05.04.2025 18:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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05.04.2025 16:53 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I couldn't ask for a greater honor coming from one of the world's finest authors! thank you Brad

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WGN - TV Political Report Sunday 9:00 a.m. RTA chairman Kirk Dillard talks about the future of transit as it faces a budget crisis; Congressman Mike Quigley on Signalgate and whether or not we still have a legislative branch functioning in DC. Channel 9 or watch the live stream at www.wgntv.com/live

29.03.2025 18:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sunday 9am WGN - TV Political Report: Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon talks about the upcoming election in Suburban Cook County. Alderman Jason Ervin also updates us on the dynamics between CPS, CTU and the City budget. Plus lots more. Tune in on Ch 9 or the live stream at www.wgntv.com/live

22.03.2025 20:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WGN-TV Political Report Sunday 9 a.m. Jonathan Martin-Politico exclusive column on Rahm Emanuel's plan to seek presidency in 2028. Plus, 2nd Ward Alder Brian Hopkins on how federal cuts in education / health care may impact Chicago & more. Tune in on Channel 9 or live stream at www.wgntv.com/live

16.03.2025 00:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sunday 9:00 a.m.: WGN - TV Political Report. My guests are Alderman Timmy Knudsen (43rd) on the infrastructure spending bill passed by city council and Congressman Jonathan Jackson on Mayor Johnson's upcoming testimony in DC and other Congress issues. Channel 9 or live stream at wgn-tv.com/live

01.03.2025 16:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Sunday 9:00 a.m. WGN-TV Political Report. Strategist Richard Gordon reporting from the national Governors meeting. Plus, state representative Kam Buckner talks about the governor's new budget proposal and where things will go. Channel 9 or the live stream at www.wgntv.com/live

22.02.2025 19:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What a lovely evening listening to The Fabulous voice of Jessie Mueller and the accompaniment of Broadway serius XM legend Seth Rudetsky. Part of a series that I hope will return to Chicago many times a year. Catch my interview with Jessie on the Behind the Curtain podcast at www.wgnradio.com

17.02.2025 21:52 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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WGN-TV Political Report Sun@ 9:00 a.m. guests: criminal defense attorney Gal Pissetsky with analysis of the Madigan trial and Professor Robert Shapiro to address the Constitutional issues raised by President Trump's executive orders this past week. Channel 9 or the live stream at www.wgntv.com/live

25.01.2025 20:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sunday 9:00 a.m.: WGN-TV Political Report. Will be taking a look at the upcoming inauguration and my guest is Northwestern University History Professor Michael Allen. Plus a talk with Illinois Speaker of the House Chris Welch. Tune in at 9:00 a.m. or watch the live stream at www.wgntv.com/live

19.01.2025 00:57 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sun. at 9:00 a.m. on WGN-TV Political Report my guest is IL state representative LaShawn Ford to talk about the hemp debate in Springfield and the relationship with Mayor Brandon Johnson of Chicago. In addition, a one on one with Mayor Johnson. Tune in Channel 9 or live stream at www.wgntv.com/live

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