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This week, in what might be the funniest episode yet, Molly and Emese are joined by co-stars Amy Schumer and Brianne Howey. They get candid about motherhood, career evolution, and their new film, Kinda Pregnant —which unexpectedly led to Amy’s latest health discovery. Amy opens up about how public criticism led her to uncover her Cushing syndrome diagnosis, what it’s like to navigate comedy and Hollywood as a mom, and the importance of sharing birth stories without shame. Brianne shares how becoming a mother has shifted her perspective on work, how Ginny & Georgia ’s Georgia Miller compares to real-life parenting, and the power of female friendships in the industry. We also go behind the scenes of their new Netflix film, Kinda Pregnant —how Molly first got the script, why Amy and Brianne were drawn to the project, and what it means for women today. Plus, they reflect on their early career struggles, the moment they knew they “made it,” and how motherhood has reshaped their ambitions. From career highs to personal challenges, this episode is raw, funny, and packed with insights. Mentioned in the Episode: Kinda Pregnant Ginny & Georgia Meerkat 30 Rock Last Comic Standing Charlie Sheen Roast Inside Amy Schumer Amy Schumer on the Howard Stern Show Trainwreck Life & Beth Expecting Amy 45RPM Clothing Brand A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Teacher Liz Shulman: The idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great

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Liz Shulman , English teacher at Evanston Township High School and in the School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University , joins John Williams once again to talk about the state of public education under the Trump administration, her thoughts on JB Pritzker wanting classrooms to be ‘screen-free,’ and the impact of AI and other technology on students. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7303061/7303061_2025-02-28-204601.128.mp3 Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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Chicago Tribune film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars: Who is likely to win?

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Chicago Tribune film critic Michael Phillips joins John Williams preview the upcoming Academy Awards to share his thoughts on the life and legacy of the great Gene Hackman . https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7303056/7303056_2025-02-28-201256.128.mp3 2025 Oscars Death of Gene Hackman Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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Rep. LaHood: Putin should be held accountable for invading Ukraine

20 hours ago

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U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL 16) joins John Williams to talk about a wide variety of issues including the economy, the impact of tariffs, immigration, how DOGE is making cuts to the federal government, how his constituents have been affected by government cuts, if he believes Russia started the war in Ukraine, and why he believes America is in a good place right now. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7302974/7302974_2025-02-28-190014.128.mp3 Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 2.28.25

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Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7302965/7302965_2025-02-28-192705.128.mp3 More Speed Jokes Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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Your Hometown: The Herrmann’s have been protecting Hampshire residents for generations

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Chief Trevor Herrmann, Hampshire Fire Protection District , joins John Williams to talk about his work on the force in Hampshire, the types of calls they typically receive, the importance of having working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, the long line of Herrmann’s who have worked for the Hampshire Fire Department, and why he’s happy to have spent his entire life in Hampshire. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7301235/7301235_2025-02-27-214935.128.mp3 Recent Posts Your Hometown Your Hometown Hampshire: Allen’s Corner Diner .cls-3{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Hampshire: Hallmark town growing its business community .cls-3{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Your Hometown: Hampshire Township Public Library .cls-3{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Your Hometown: Hampshire Township’s Supervisor .cls-3{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Your Hometown: Hampshire Township Park District .cls-3{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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Your Hometown: The Hampshire Police Department is building relationships in the community

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Chief Douglas Pann, Hampshire Police Department , joins John Williams to talk about his career in the police force, the community support you see in a small town, how he has moved the department forward, the major issues they deal with on a daily basis, the emphasis on training officers, and the challenges of policing in 2025. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7301215/7301215_2025-02-27-212015.128.mp3 Recent Posts Your Hometown Your Hometown Hampshire: Allen’s Corner Diner .cls-3{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Hampshire: Hallmark town growing its business community .cls-3{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Your Hometown: Hampshire Township Public Library .cls-3{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Your Hometown: Hampshire Township’s Supervisor .cls-3{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Your Hometown: Hampshire Township Park District .cls-3{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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Dawn Jackson Blatner: The benefits of eating plant proteins

2 days ago

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Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Williams to tell us about another sweet treat about to take over the nation: The Chickpea Blondie ! Dawn also explains the benefits of plant protein . Dawn also answers all of your health and nutrition questions. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7301128/7301128_2025-02-27-202428.128.mp3 Recent Posts Dawn Jackson Blatner DJ Blatner: The benefits of eating plant proteins .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} DJ Blatner: Habits of successful exercisers .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} DJ Blatner: Best foods for a healthy heart .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} DJ Blatner: Healthy recipe ideas for the Super Bowl .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} DJ Blatner: How to make good habits stick faster .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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NU men’s basketball coach Chris Collins: We are playing for our season right now

2 days ago

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Chris Collins , head basketball coach at Northwestern , joins John Williams and Dave Eanet to talk about the challenges the team has faced this season, how he is proud of the resiliency and fight of his players, the incredible leadership that the older players have shown this year, how deep the league has been this year, and the importance of the last three (two at home) games. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7301119/7301119_2025-02-27-204319.128.mp3 More coverage Northwestern Wildcat Basketball Northwestern 68 – Iowa 57 – 2/28/25 .cls-4{fill:#000;} Chris Collins: We are playing for our season right now .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Northwestern 75 – Minnesota 63 – 2/25/25 .cls-4{fill:#000;} Northwestern 70 – Ohio State 49 – 2/20/25 .cls-4{fill:#000;} Nebraska 68 – Northwestern 64 – 2/16/25 .cls-4{fill:#000;} Click for more Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMXV, 2.27.25

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John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7301113/7301113_2025-02-27-205513.128.mp3 More Speed Jokes Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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The Mincing Rascals 2.26.25: Mayor Johnson’s approval rating, $830 million borrowing plan passes, school cell phone ban

3 days ago

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The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn , Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel , Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute , political pundit Marj Halperin , and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys ! This week, the Rascals start the podcast discussing the results of the election in Dolton where controversial Mayor Tiffany Henyard lost her reelection bid. Speaking of unpopular, the Rascals discuss Mayor Brandon Johnson’s dismal approval numbers. Eric even wonders if Johnson will run again. Today, a plan to borrow $830 million to finance infrastructure improvements was approved by the Chicago City Council. Austin gets us up to speed on what we need to know. State Senator Linda Holmes wants Illinois to allow medical aid in dying for terminally ill patients. Where are the Rascals on this issue? Governor JB Pritzker made the case in his budget address for banning cell phones in Illinois public schools. Do the Rascals support this idea? Jeff Bezos, the owner of the Washington Post, announced a change to the opinion section. Was this a mistake by Bezos? https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7299696/7299696_2025-02-27-005036.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts The Mincing Rascals Borrowing plan, cell phone ban, Johnson’s favorability .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Fed cuts, Illinois DOGE, Johnson borrowing plan .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Madigan verdict, Blagojevich pardon, Dexter Reed .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} DEI debate, art controversy, Johnson’s favorability .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Funding freeze chaos, ICE raids, Madigan trial .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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How close did two planes come to colliding at Midway Airport?

3 days ago

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Robert Mark, business jet pilot, former Chicago-area air traffic controller, and publisher of Jetwhine.com , joins John Williams to talk about yesterday’s near collision between two planes at Midway Airport. How close did we come to seeing a major accident? https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7299485/7299485_2025-02-26-221625.128.mp3 NTSB investigating near miss at Chicago Midway Airport Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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How much do federal employees actually work?

3 days ago

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Andrew Van Dam , columnist at the Department of Data, The Washington Post , joins John Williams to break down the data on how much federal employees work. Does the data show that federal workers are lazy? Andrew gives us the details. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7299456/7299456_2025-02-26-222656.128.mp3 Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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Elder law attorney Kerry Peck: What you should know about an irrevocable trust

3 days ago

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Elder law attorney Kerry Peck joins John Williams to answer all your questions about elder law, trusts, wills, and elder abuse. Today, Kerry explains the differences between a revocable and irrevocable trust. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7299454/7299454_2025-02-26-221054.128.mp3 Recent Posts Wintrust Business Lunch Market pessimism, inflation eases, Tesla sales down .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Economic blackout, Alexa update, RTO mandates .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Startup incubator 1871 to leave Merchandise Mart .cls-4{fill:#000;} Terry Savage: Is a recession looming? .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Work resilience, American productivity, tariff impact .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMXIV, 2.26.25

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John Williams brings you another round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7299441/7299441_2025-02-26-222141.128.mp3 More Speed Jokes Recent Posts John Williams Do you go to the front if you miss boarding group? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Evanston teacher: Idea of ‘screen-free’ schools is great .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Film critic Michael Phillips previews the Oscars .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Rep. LaHood: Putin responsible for invading Ukraine .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} John Williams Best of Speed Jokes 2-28-25 .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more…

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Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: Don’t worry about coronavirus found in bats

4 days ago