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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.
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- 2 days ago8 min
First Responder Friday: Living Pono Counseling Highlights Mental Health Support for First Responders
Lyndsey McIntyre, associate clinical director at Living Pono Counseling, joins Ray Stevens to discuss specialized counseling services for first responders. McIntyre explains the unique challenges firefighters, police officers and emergency personnel face and how targeted mental health support can help them better manage stress and traumaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 2 days ago1h 26m
The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 18, 2026) | Illinois Public Safety, First Responder Mental Health & High School Football
Edgy Tim O’Halloran joins Ray Stevens to break down the biggest high school football matchups of the week and identify the teams to watch as the season heats up. State Rep. John Cabello, who represents Illinois' 90th District, discusses ongoing concerns surrounding the SAFE-T Act and its impact on public safety across the state. Lyndsey McIntyre, associate clinical director at Living Pono Counseling, discusses specialized mental health services for first responders during First Responder Friday. Later, Mark Lukas shares updates from PAWS Chicago, Jonathan Hoenig delivers his latest financial insights as The Capitalist Pig, and Tom on the Town rounds out the show with a look at local events and entertainmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 3 days ago1h 29m
The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 17, 2026) | Lyons Township Football, SCOTUS Mail-Ballot Ruling, Building Wealth & Monster Jam
Coach Jon Beutjer, head coach of Lyons Township High School, joins the show to talk Lions football. Stephen Richer, a legal fellow at the Cato Institute, discusses the Supreme Court’s rejection of the Trump administration’s bid to revive stricter mail-ballot rules ahead of the midterms. Rick Heidner, owner of Ricky Rockets Fuel Centers, previews the Duchess Manor Haunted House at the Arboretum of South Barrington. Tom Fortino of Alpha Wealth Group shares strategies for continuing to grow wealth in today’s economy. Matt Cody, driver of the legendary Grave Digger, previews Monster Jam’s return to Rosemont this weekend, with a family four-pack giveaway. Key Segments: Lyons Township football with Coach Jon Beutjer Supreme Court rejects bid to revive stricter mail-ballot rules Duchess Manor Haunted House at the Arboretum of South Barrington Tom Fortino on growing wealth in today’s economy Matt Cody and Grave Digger at Monster Jam Monster Jam returns to Rosemont Sept. 18–20 Monster Jam family four-pack giveaway See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 3 days ago8 min
Is Your Money Still Growing? Tom Fortino on Building Wealth in Today's Economy
Tom Fortino of Alpha Wealth Group joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss how investors can continue growing their wealth in today's economy. Fortino breaks down the challenges facing investors and the principles that can help people stay focused on building long-term financial security.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 3 days ago6 min
Grave Digger Is Coming to Rosemont! Driver Matt Cody Previews Monster Jam
Matt Cody, driver of the legendary Grave Digger, joins The Ray Stevens Show ahead of Monster Jam's return to Rosemont. Cody talks monster trucks, Grave Digger and the excitement surrounding this weekend's action at Allstate Arena. The Rosemont event runs Sept. 18–20, with Cody behind the wheel of Grave Digger.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 3 days ago8 min
WLS Big Game of the Week: Coach Jon Beutjer Talks Lyons Township Football
Lyons Township head coach Jon Beutjer joins The Ray Stevens Show to talk about the Lions and the successful start for the Lyons Township football season. Beutjer discusses the program and what fans can expect as the season continues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 4 days ago1h 36m
The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 16, 2026) | $11 Billion in Pandemic Aid, AI Oversight, FBI Under Fire & America's Protein Obsession
Ald. Ray Lopez discusses the $11 billion in pandemic aid received by Illinois, Chicago and Cook County and questions surrounding oversight and transparency. A recent Chicago Tribune analysis found fragmented tracking and limited public efforts to identify potential waste and abuse. Jim Malackowski, chairman and co-founder of Chicago-based AIQA Global, examines the growing concerns surrounding artificial intelligence and whether increased government oversight is needed. Jeff Monosso of Fox News Radio reports on FBI Director Kash Patel's Senate testimony involving FBI hiring policies, agent firings and the bureau's potential Election Day presence. Max Armstrong looks at America's obsession with protein and whether beef producers can keep pace with demand. Key Segments: $11 billion in pandemic aid and questions about oversight Is it time for increased government oversight of AI? Kash Patel's Senate testimony and the FBI FBI hiring policies, agent firings and Election Day America's growing obsession with protein Can beef producers keep up with demand? Trans-Siberian Orchestra ticket giveaway See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
- 5 days ago1h 34m
The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 15, 2026) | Brandon Johnson’s Reelection, Ukraine Tensions & Fighting Veteran Suicide
Mary Ann Ahern, NBC 5 political reporter, discusses Brandon Johnson’s decision to run for reelection and his chances in an increasingly crowded Chicago mayoral race. Gen. Richard Newton, senior national security contributor for NewsNation, examines Vladimir Putin’s warning over European troops in Ukraine and questions about whether the U.S. has reached a weapons shortage. Jennifer Carbonara of Des Plaines American Legion Auxiliary Unit 36 discusses the Be the One Expo and efforts to connect veterans with support and resources. Lilly Rossi of Illinois Policy looks at a proposal that could give Aurora residents the ability to recall elected officials. Key Segments: Brandon Johnson announces his reelection campaign The crowded Chicago mayoral race Putin’s warning over European troops in Ukraine U.S. weapons supply and national security Be the One Expo and the fight against veteran suicide Aurora residents and the possibility of recalling elected officials Trans-Siberian Orchestra ticket giveaway See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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