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Chicago's Morning Answer is the only morning radio program in Chicago that covers all of the stories that matter, from Washington to Springfield, from politics to culture. Hosted by Dan Proft, one the sharpest political minds in Illinois, Chicago's Morning Answer brings you what you need to know every morning from 5-9am (CT) on AM 560 The Answer. http://560TheAnswer.com http://morninganswerchicago.com
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- Today2h 21m
Remembering Tom Dreesen
0:30 - Teen takeovers in Chicago 16:37 - Iran 44:54 - Remembering Tom Dreesen: Dan’s interview with Tom from 11/7/25 01:18:05 - Professor at George Mason University Scalia Law School and senior fellow at the Heritage Foundation, Eugene Kontorovich, weighs in on the Memorandum of Understanding, saying “It strengthens Iran, there is no other way to put it.” Follow Professor Kontorovich on X @EVKontorovich 01:36:35 - University of Chicago law professor emeritus Richard Epstein discusses his legal battles over the Obama Presidential Center, saying, “If you’re 100% right in a case against the government, you have a 50% chance of winning.” Check out Richard’s newest book The Myth of Birthright Citizenship 01:53:54 - Manhattan Institute researcher Neetu Arnold discusses grade inflation and why schools may need new ways to separate exceptional students from the pack. 02:07:32 - Hussain Abdul-Hussain, research fellow at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, on the Iran peace deal and Trading Away Lebanon: Washington’s Bargains at Beirut’s Expense. Hussain is also the author of The Arab Case for IsraelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- Yesterday2h 25m
J.D. Vance on "The View", Trusting Iran, and Why Dan Proft Is Single
BLM Brandon on cross-burner Sen. John Kennedy on trusting Iran Vance on The View Why Dan Proft is Single President of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, Clifford May, says President Trump should preserve maximum leverage by keeping the blockade and military options on the table. Keep updated with Cliff on X @CliffordDMay Noted economist Stephen Moore: The economy is on the cusp of an explosion! Get more Steve @StephenMoore RealClearPolitics’ national political correspondent & regular contributor for the California Post, Susan Crabtree: The Newsoms, the Nonprofits, and the Federal Questions Susan is also co-author of Fool’s Gold: The Radicals, Con Artists, and Traitors Who Killed the California Dream and Now Threaten Us All. Co-Founder & President of West Suburban Foundation for Disabled Veterans (WSFDV), Michelle Senatore, previews this year' s Rockin' for Our Vets concert with the Lt Dan Band Rockin’ for Our Vets - July 11 - Cantigny Park, Wheaton WSFDV.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 2 days ago2h 29m
Turning Over a New Leaf in the Middle East?
0:00 - Iran wants peace?! 13:08 - Rise Up, Sing Out 32:54 - Migrant crimes 54:34 - Michael Rubin of the American Enterprise Institute discusses whether the peace in Iran will last 1:12:41 - Frank's History Minute 1:14:46 - Illinois' contribution to the America250 time capsule 1:32:32 - Ted Dabrowski discusses Spencer Pratt's mayoral campaign, Springfield trying to keep the Bears in Illinois, and more 1:51:28 - Mark P. Mills of the National Center for Energy Analytics discusses the data center resistance and the true cost of green energy to taxpayers 2:16:25 - DuPage GOP chair Kevin Coyne discusses the upcoming summer kickoffSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 3 days ago2h 15m
The Art of the Iran Deal
0:00 - President Trump strikes a deal with Iran 8:10 - Trump's deal vs. Obama's deal 23:01 - SpaceX IPO and Elon Musk becoming America's first trillionaire 44:31 - Doug Bandow of the Cato Institute Discusses Trump's Deal with Iran 59:29 - Liel Leibovitz of Tablet Magazine Discusses U.S. Relations with the Middle East 1:24:19 - UFC Freedom 250 at the White House 1:41:17 - Brendan O'Neill of Spiked Magazine Discusses Anti-Immigration Riots in Ireland 1:57:28 - Chris Fenton, producer of his new film Bad Counselors, Discusses the State of Los Angeles and the Future of FilmSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 6 days ago2h 24m
Skepticism Around Trump's Announced Iran Deal
0:30 - Trump on Fox & Friends: Iran is finished 12:16 - Belfast 30:11 - 146K kids 47:20 - University of Kentucky senior lecturer Robert Farley is skeptical of President Donald Trump’s peace deal announcement, arguing that recent threats and strikes alone are unlikely to bring Iran to an agreement. Dr. Farley is also a founder and senior editor of Lawyers, Guns, and Money. 01:05:05 - Competitive Enterprise Institute technology policy director Jessica Melugin says concerns about AI are nothing new, arguing that every major technological advance has carried risks—and that government control would only make things worse. Follow Jessica on X @melugin_p 01:24:00 - Illinois State Representative for the 52nd District Martin McLaughlin shares details of his proposal to keep the Bears in Illinois. 01:38:12 - Karmelo Anthony 01:58:42 - Open Mic Friday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 1 weeks ago2h 11m
Another Jussie Smollett Moment?
0:30 - Burning cross in Grant Park 9:35 - Randy Fine questions CPS CEO Macquiline King over May Day student event 27:33 - Karmelo Anthony, Jonathan Pettigrew 51:19 - Senator Ron Johnson discusses his report on what he calls a government cover-up of serious COVID-19 vaccine adverse events. 01:07:49 - Northern Ireland 01:23:25 - President of the Copenhagen Consensus Bjorn Lomborg reflects on An Inconvenient Truth 20 years later and the costly, ineffective policies that followed. Bjorn is also the author of Best Things First 01:41:08 - Executive Director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies Jonathan Schanzer reacts to the retaliatory strikes on Iran, arguing, “We should be doing the job that needs to get done to take down this regime.” Follow Jonathan on X @JSchanzer 01:58:37 - Fox News senior political analyst Juan Williams says he’s no fan of Graham Planter, but argues Maine voters clearly are—and perhaps President Trump should be too. Check out Juan’s new book New Prize for These Eyes: The Rise of America’s Second Civil Rights MovementSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 1 weeks ago2h 18m
Karmelo Anthony Found GUILTY
0:30 - Karmelo Anthony verdict 17:23 - Dominique Alexander, pro race hustler...black lives don't matter in Collin Co 32:33 - SPLC Hearing 54:43 - Former Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs John Bolton argues that Trump is eager to make a deal, but the Iran issue cannot be resolved without regime change. Ambassador Bolton is also the author of The Room Where It Happened: A White House Memoir 01:08:11 - Preborn's Scott Wilder on how their efforts help pregnant mothers choose life. To make a one-time donation of $140 - to provide a free ultrasound for 5 women and their babies - go to 560TheAnswer.com/baby or call 833-850-BABY (2229) 01:29:05 - Noted economist Stephen Moore says Americans are frustrated by gas prices, but notes they're not especially high by historical standards. Get more Steve @StephenMoore 01:44:01 - Former ICE Director and Border Patrol Chief Ron Vitiello breaks down what DHS will be able to do after Congress approved funding through the remainder of President Trump's term. 02:03:43 - Tunnel to Towers’ Jack Oehm & Christopher Avitabile join to remind you that you can support T2T and their work helping America’s heroes by signing up for the 560 the Answer Annual Golf Outing. For details visit 560theAnswer.com/golfSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 1 weeks ago2h 20m
Move, Mob, Mow
0:30 - Sports & Politics 12:33 - Karmelo Anthony 34:43 - CA Count 57:47 - Owner of Polyface Farm, Joel Salatin, calls himself a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer and he plans to save American farming. For more from Joel thelunaticfarmer.com 01:12:01 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:15:42 - MidTerms 01:39:53 - Founder of Wirepoints Mark Glennon looks ahead to Chicago's mayoral race - “Will Chicago voters finally demand serious discussions on the real issues?” 01:52:36 - COVIDian Dr. Peter Hotez 02:06:18 - Former Deputy National Security Advisor K. T. McFarland explains why the U.S. needs Gulf Arab nations as partners and urges Vice President J. D. Vance to continue exposing NGO fraud. KT is also the author of Revolution: Trump, Washington and "We the People"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Chicago's Morning Answer is the only morning radio program in Chicago that covers all of the stories that matter, from Washington to Springfield, from politics to culture. Hosted by Dan Proft, one the sharpest political minds in Illinois, Chicago's Morning Answer brings you what you need to know every morning from 5-9am (CT) on AM 560 The Answer. http://560TheAnswer.com http://morninganswerchicago.com
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