John Williams

The John Williams Uncut podcast from News/Talk 720 WGN, The Voice of Chicago.

Recent Episodes
  • Author Rich Cohen unravels the mystery behind the murder of Jennifer Dulos
    Jun 13, 2025 –
  • Austin Berg: Mike Madigan was the last real machine boss in American history
    Jun 13, 2025 –
  • What to know about Israel’s attack on Iran
    Jun 13, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 6.13.25
    Jun 13, 2025 –
  • Dawn Jackson Blatner: What are flavan-3-ols and can they reduce your risk of dying?
    Jun 12, 2025 –
  • Best of the Midwest: The heart of Amish country in Shipshewana!
    Jun 12, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMLXXIII, 6.12.25
    Jun 12, 2025 –
  • The Mincing Rascals 6.11.25: Immigration protests, Terry Moran let go, Mike Madigan sentencing
    Jun 11, 2025 –
  • New Illinois sportsbook tax will put bettors on their heels
    Jun 11, 2025 –
  • Did ABC news correspondent Terry Moran deserve to be let go for inflammatory social media post?
    Jun 11, 2025 –
  • Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Do not water your lawn at night
    Jun 11, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMLXXII, 6.11.25
    Jun 11, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMLXXI, 6.10.25
    Jun 11, 2025 –
  • See an 85,000-year-old cave bear skeleton at Abt Electronics
    Jun 10, 2025 –
  • Dr. Jeffrey Kopin on RFK Jr. removing vaccine experts: ‘Our public health is at stake’
    Jun 10, 2025 –
  • Eric Zorn: Illinois should pass medical aid in dying bill
    Jun 10, 2025 –
  • Lou Manfredini: How to repair cracks in walkways
    Jun 9, 2025 –
  • It was a great night for Chicago at the Tony Awards
    Jun 9, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMLXX, 6.9.25
    Jun 9, 2025 –
  • Real titles WGN readers read: June picks
    Jun 9, 2025 –
  • Craig Bolanos: Pragmatically optimistic about the market
    Jun 6, 2025 –
  • ’42 balloons’ is a personal story for lyricist Jack Godfrey
    Jun 6, 2025 –
  • Connell McShane: How seriously should we take Trump v. Musk?
    Jun 6, 2025 –
  • Best of the Midwest: Fun on Lake Koshkonong in Edgerton!
    Jun 6, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 6.6.25
    Jun 6, 2025 –
  • Catching up with WGN alum Joe Brand, now radio voice of the Pittsburgh Penguins
    Jun 5, 2025 –
  • What to know about CHSN’s reported deal with Comcast
    Jun 5, 2025 –
  • Why some believe allowing ballots to be received after election day is corrosive to the democratic process
    Jun 5, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMLXIX, 6.5.25
    Jun 5, 2025 –
  • The Mincing Rascals 6.4.25: Mail-in voting law, medical aid in dying, gender identity debate
    Jun 4, 2025 –
  • David Hochberg: Understand the importance of treasury bills
    Jun 4, 2025 –
  • Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Don’t fall behind on your mowing
    Jun 4, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMLXVIII, 6.4.25
    Jun 4, 2025 –
  • Dr. Jeffrey Kopin: Need a unified message on COVID vaccine eligibility
    Jun 3, 2025 –
  • Eric Zorn: New soccer stadium would be a win for the city
    Jun 3, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMLXVII, 6.3.25
    Jun 3, 2025 –
  • Pastor Brooks might walk across the US to raise awareness for his opportunity center: ‘America needs to be more unified’
    Jun 2, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMLXVI, 6.2.25: What was the best joke of May?
    Jun 2, 2025 –
  • Will Illinois ban third-party restaurant reservation apps?
    May 30, 2025 –
  • Connell McShane: US relationship with China is tense
    May 30, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, The Best Of, 5.30.25
    May 30, 2025 –
  • Your Hometown: Enjoy affordable luxury at Classic Cinemas in Fox Lake
    May 29, 2025 –
  • Best of the Midwest: Take Route 66 to Springfield!
    May 29, 2025 –
  • Dawn Jackson Blatner: The benefits of plant-based protein for building muscle
    May 29, 2025 –
  • Kelly Leonard explores the ethics of AI
    May 29, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMLXV, 5.29.25
    May 29, 2025 –
  • The Mincing Rascals 5.28.25: Chicago crime down, POTUS pardons, Harvard vs. Trump
    May 28, 2025 –
  • Landscape expert Bob Bertog: When should you apply second round of fertilizer?
    May 28, 2025 –
  • Elder law attorney Kerry Peck: Older adults need to be aware of romance scams
    May 28, 2025 –
  • John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes, Part CMLXIV, 5.28.25
    May 28, 2025 –
Recent Reviews
  • Ben ODell
    Terrific Radio Show!
    I have always loved John Williams’ personality and the talent he brings to Chicago every day. He finds very interesting topics to discuss and he makes his listeners feel like they are a part of his show. I also appreciate the fairness he brings to both sides when talking about political matters.
  • Musicamp
    Great show!
    Love the show. Moved from Chicago and pleased to keep in touch. I enjoy John’s efforts to see all sides of situations and it’s fun to hear the conversations.
  • drlynn
    Long live the King!
    I’m glad that JW is back on Chicago radio, and SUPER glad the podcasts are back. I have one quibble though: the level on JW’s vocal is lower than everyone else. If I turn it up so I can hear John, everyone else is uncomfortably loud…
  • They call him Q
    Finally!
    The uncut podcasts provide those who miss the show a chance to hear John Williams! Well done WGN, you rock!
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