The Ray Stevens Show

The Ray Stevens Show

By: Ray Stevens | CMLS Chicago

Language: en-US

Categories: Government, News

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.

Episodes

The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, December 15th 2025
Dec 15, 2025

10:40 - Jonathan Savage, Fox News Radio

20:15 - Bill Kushner, Former Police Chief of Des Plaines

30:30 - Susan and Cameron Stewart, Stewart's Cheesecakes

37:45 - Berman on the Bears

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Duration: 00:46:34
A convicted cop killer wants clemency. The officer's family wants justice upheld.
Dec 12, 2025

Jonathan Tolliver was sentenced to 60 years in prison for killing Chicago Police Officer Michael Ceriale in 1998. Soon, Tolliver will be receiving a clemency hearing to get out from behind bars. Michael's cousin Joey Ceriale joins Amy Jacobson to talk about the upcoming case and how you can support the Ceriale's push to keep Michael's killer where he belongs.

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Duration: 00:09:53
Richard Boykin makes his bid for Illinois 7th District
Dec 12, 2025

Amy Jacobson welcomes Richard Boykin to the airwaves to talk about the race to replace longtime congressman Danny Davis and why his status as an independent thinking Democrat is what this district needs.

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Duration: 00:10:49
The Ray Stevens Show - Wednesday, December 10th 2025
Dec 10, 2025

Today on the Ray Stevens Show

00:45 - Chris Plante

10:32 - Phil Flynn, Price Futures Group

26:04 - Ret. Lt. Gen. Richard Newton, Senior National Security Correspondent on NewsNation

38:53 - Dr. Dawn Wiese

1:01:02 - Maggie Nielsen, The Purse Strings

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Duration: 01:16:27
U.S. gas prices hit lowest point since 2021
Dec 10, 2025

Energy analyst Phil Flynn returns to the Ray Stevens Show to discuss the new low gas price for 2025 and how major changes in policy are starting to take effect in the energy marketplace.

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Duration: 00:08:41
Are college fraternities the cure for lonely young men?
Dec 10, 2025

Dr. Dawn Wiese joins Ray Stevens to discuss the continuing issue of young men feeling along or without social interaction and how promoting Greek life can provide a place where men can be men and learn the importance values they will carry into their adult lives.

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Duration: 00:10:38
The Ray Stevens Show - Tuesday, December 9th 2025
Dec 09, 2025

Today on the Ray Stevens Show:

10:05 - Ret. Police Chief Tom Weitzel

27:50 - Ald. Ray Lopez, 15th Ward

38:00 - Tom Fortino, Alpha Wealth Group

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Duration: 00:53:22
Mayor Johnson holds his ground on corporate head tax in ongoing budget battle
Dec 09, 2025

15th Ward Alderman Ray Lopez joins the Ray Stevens Show to speak out against Mayor Johnson's insistence on using a corporate head tax to help fund the city's budget and warns what will happen if Johnson refuses to budge before the end of the calendar year.

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Duration: 00:10:18
Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel stresses importance of protective gear for police and recounts his own experience being shot
Dec 09, 2025

Chief Tom Weitzel returns to the Ray Stevens Show in the wake of the shooting of a CPD officer whose life was saved by his bulletproof vest. Weitzel shares his own story of being shot by a perp while on duty and stresses the importance of making sure that our policemen and women are properly protected as they protect us.

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Duration: 00:09:18
Military Monday: Cpl. Zach Nelson, Homes For Our Troops
Dec 08, 2025

Cpl. Zach Nelson enlisted in the Marine Corps immediately after high school and deployed as a motor transport specialist with the 6th Regimental Combat Team in December 2011.

On July 5, 2012, Cpl Nelson was severely injured in a vehicle rollover in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, sustaining a T-4 complete spinal injury resulting in paraplegia from the chest down.

In 2016, Zach and his wife, Kiley, received a specially adapted custom home from Homes For Our Troops. He joins Ray Stevens to talk about service, family, and how HFOT has changed his life for the better.

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Duration: 00:12:02
The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, December 8th 2025
Dec 08, 2025

Today on the Ray Stevens Show:

9:40 - Eben Brown, Fox News Radio

27:41 - E.J. Antoni, The Heritage Foundation

37:44 - Corporal Zach Nelson, U.S. Marine Vet

49:45 - Mike Berman, Berman on the Bears

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Duration: 00:57:53
The Ray Stevens Show - Thursday, December 4th 2025
Dec 04, 2025

Today on the Ray Stevens Show:

Fox News Radio's Eben Brown reports on brewing controversy at Oklahoma University where a student says she received a zero on an assignment due to her religious beliefs.

Minnesota State Representative and Majority House Whip Tom Emmer joins Ray Stevens to expose millions of dollars in pandemic funding fraud involving Somalian immigrants and foreign terrorists and how Gov. Tim Walz allowed it all to happen under his watch.

 

Plus, the weekly edition of Buy, Sell, or Hold!

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Duration: 00:45:19
"Everybody is going to be implicated" - Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer on Somali Fraud Scandal
Dec 04, 2025

Minnesota State Representative and Majority House Whip Tom Emmer joins Ray Stevens to expose millions of dollars in pandemic funding fraud involving Somalian immigrants and foreign terrorists and how Gov. Tim Walz allowed it all to happen under his watch.

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Duration: 00:10:25
The Ray Stevens Show - Wednesday, December 3rd 2025
Dec 03, 2025

This morning on the Ray Stevens Show:

Mark Glennon of Wirepoints.org joins Ray to react to a recent report claiming cuts from the Trump administration will shrink Illinois' economy to the effect of $10 billion and why leftist policies are the real culprit for the state's economic woes.

As more and more Americans turn to A.I. platforms to deal with emotional issues, Dr. Aaron Weiner joins the Ray Stevens Show to talk about the pros and cons of using ChatGPT to discuss your thoughts and worries and how this technology will shape the future...

Duration: 00:46:26
Darren Bailey Returns to the Campaign Trail Following Personal Tragedy
Dec 03, 2025

Gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey returns to the Ray Stevens Show to talk about how he is dealing with the loss of his son, daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren in a tragic helicopter accident and why he feels it's important to get back on the road to fight for the people of Illinois.

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Duration: 00:12:08
Is A.I. the Future of Mental Health?
Dec 03, 2025

As more and more Americans turn to A.I. platforms to deal with emotional issues, Dr. Aaron Weiner joins the Ray Stevens Show to talk about the pros and cons of using ChatGPT to discuss your thoughts and worries and how this technology will shape the future of psychology.

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Duration: 00:09:05
Will Trump Cuts Really Shrink Illinois' Economy by $10 Billion?
Dec 03, 2025

Mark Glennon of Wirepoints.org joins Ray to react to a recent report claiming cuts from the Trump administration will shrink Illinois' economy to the effect of $10 billion and why leftist policies are the real culprit for the state's economic woes.

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Duration: 00:07:14
The Ray Stevens Show - Tuesday, December 2nd 2025
Dec 02, 2025

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Duration: 01:23:56
Berman on the Bears: Cry, Eagles, Cry! The Bears take No.1 seed in the NFC
Dec 01, 2025

Mike Berman returns on a victory Monday feeling confident that the Bears may just be the real deal this season thanks to a dominating performance in Philadelphia. But is Caleb Williams still falling short of his promise? And is victory in Lambeau on Sunday even possible?

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Duration: 00:07:44
Military Monday: Vicki Lynn, Illinois American Legion Auxiliary Unit Member of The Year
Dec 01, 2025

Hailing from the American Legion Unit 332 in Rockton, Vicki Lynn joins the Ray Stevens Show to talk about receiving American Legion Auxiliary Unit Member of the Year and why joining your local Legion is still a great way to engage with your community, give back to veterans and active military, and grow within a family of like-minded individuals.

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Duration: 00:07:57
The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, December 1st 2025
Dec 01, 2025

Ray is back in action after a snow covered Thanksgiving break!

This morning, Illinois pollster Rod McCulloch talks about his latest poll on Governor Pritzker's favorability and how the Illinois GOP can connect the dots between the state's failures with Pritzker's tenure. John Ullyot discusses how President Trump's undoing of Biden's executive orders continues to right the wrongs of the previous administration. Betsy Brantner-Smith from the National Police Association comments on the tragic shooting of two National Guard members in D.C. and how it reflects a continued war of rhetoric and violence on those who protect us...

Duration: 01:31:01
The Ray Stevens Show - Wednesday, November 19th 2025
Nov 19, 2025

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Duration: 01:15:18
The Ray Stevens Show - Tuesday, November 18th 2025
Nov 18, 2025

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Duration: 01:31:08
"This mayor does not get it. Not one bit." - Ald. Brendan Reilly on property tax increases, Mayor's revenue plan
Nov 18, 2025

42nd Ward Alderman Brendan Reilly joins Ray to talk about the exorbitant property tax bills that arrived late last week and month behind schedule, as well as why Mayor Johnson's financial sense is completely out of step with the needs of the city.

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Duration: 00:10:30
Berman On The Bears: Another nail-biting ending puts the Bears at the top of the NFC North
Nov 17, 2025

The Chicago Bears have fought their way to a 7-3 record, placing them firmly atop the NFC North. But with greater challenges on the horizon, Mike Berman joins Ray to talk about whether or not fans should place their faith in this team.

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Duration: 00:08:18
Military Monday: Wreaths Across America
Nov 17, 2025

Amber Caron, director of communications for Wreaths Across America, joins Ray and Nick to talk about the organizations and how you can pay tribute to those who have served and passed on by placing a wreath at their burial place.

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Duration: 00:08:42
The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, November 17th 2025
Nov 17, 2025

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Duration: 01:26:04
Is Chicago really going to do a boycott of U.S. Treasury bonds in protest of President Trump
Nov 14, 2025

Alderman Ray Lopez and Ray Stevens talk about the Alderman's clash with the Chicago Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin as she vows boycott of U.S. Treasury bonds in protest of President Trump!

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Duration: 00:10:07
Can you tell the difference between a Song made by AI or a real person
Nov 14, 2025

Eben Brown from Fox News Radio joins the Ray Stevens show to talk about why you might not be able to tell the difference between an AI generated song or a song made by a real person.

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Duration: 00:12:03
Why does Gen Z Love Mamdani?
Nov 14, 2025

Jessica Rosenthal joins the Ray Stevens Show to talk about why Gen Z loves Mamdani and why 18–29-year-olds are so supportive of his policies. Is it realistic for Mamdani to make New York a more affordable city! 

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Duration: 00:07:45
Fox News Radio host Ryan Schmelz joining the Ray Stevens Show to talks the Government Shutdown ending.
Nov 13, 2025

Ryan Schmelz from Fox News Radio Joins the Ray Stevens Show to talk about the Government shutdown ending. The doomed future of the democrat party and where we go from here.  

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Duration: 00:06:04
The Ray Stevens Show - Wednesday, November 12th 2025
Nov 12, 2025

Ray gets you over the midweek hump with another hilarious weekly visit from Chris Plante, a look at the future of Operation Midway Blitz with Ret. Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel, and an in-studio talk with Illinois U.S. Senate candidate Don Tracy about how to tackle the U.S. healthcare system and how to get costs down.

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Duration: 01:42:21
Attorney Don Tracy makes his case to fill Dick Durbin's seat in the Senate
Nov 12, 2025

Don Tracy joins Ray Stevens in-studio to discuss his candidacy for Illinois' open U.S. Senate seat and tackles the hot button issue of how to fix American healthcare and provide a bipartisan solution that can lower costs for average American families without skimping on quality care.

Visit www.dontracyforil.com for more information about Don and his campaign for Senate.

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Duration: 00:10:45
ICE may be reducing presence, but Operation Midway Blitz is far from over
Nov 12, 2025

Ret. Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins Ray to discuss whether DHS will be reducing their presence in Chicago and how Operation Midway Blitz contributed to a significant drop in crime in the city.

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Duration: 00:08:38
The Ray Stevens Show - Tuesday, November 11th 2025
Nov 11, 2025

Today on the Ray Stevens Show, Ray and Nick honor those who served our country throughout history with listeners and catch up with legendary Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher. 

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Duration: 01:34:55
Brian Urlacher shares Bears memories with fellow NFC Conference Champs
Nov 11, 2025

Hall of Fame linebacker Brian Urlacher joins Ray Stevens to talk about his legendary career as a Chicago Bear, his love for spending time with young fans, and his special City Cruise event with fellow teammates Rex Grossman and Alex Brown where they share stories from on and off the gridiron.

Get your tickets for City Cruises Live now at cityexperiences.com and enjoy an evening with Brian on Lake Michigan.

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Duration: 00:11:39
The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, November 10th 2025
Nov 10, 2025

Welcome to a new week on The Ray Stevens Show!

Today, Ray welcomes Doug Collins, Secretary for the Department of Veterans Affairs, to talk about how he is tackling the serious issues facing care for our nation's veterans and why he's demanding only the best from VA hospitals and care facilities.

The sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald has been an important story for the Great Lakes states for five decades, representing the spirit of the brave sailors who brave the elements to traverse the mighty waters and the awesome power of the lakes themselves.

Duration: 01:29:36
Berman on the Bears: Caleb Williams topples NY Giants in 4th quarter comeback
Nov 10, 2025

QB Caleb Williams brought the Bears another 4th quarter comeback against the Giants, but can they continue to count on last minute performance against winning record teams? NBC 5's Mike Berman joins Ray to deliver some hard truths as the Bears prepare for the toughest stretch of the season.

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Duration: 00:07:52
The Legend Lives On: Remembering the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald on its 50th anniversary
Nov 10, 2025

The sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald has been an important story for the Great Lakes states for five decades, representing the spirit of the brave sailors who brave the elements to traverse the mighty waters and the awesome power of the lakes themselves.

Christopher Gillcrist, Director Emeritus of the National Museum of the Great Lakes in Toledo, Ohio, joins Ray Stevens to talk about the legend of the Edmund Fitzgerald and why it remains an important part of Midwestern folklore.

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Duration: 00:11:12
VA Secretary talks improvements to care and how to better serve our nation's heroes
Nov 10, 2025

Ray Stevens welcomes Doug Collins, Secretary for the Department of Veterans Affairs, to talk about how he is tackling the serious issues facing care for our nation's veterans and why he's demanding only the best from VA hospitals and care facilities.

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Duration: 00:08:32
The Ray Stevens Show - Friday, November 7th 2025
Nov 07, 2025

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Duration: 01:34:28
The Ray Stevens Show - Thursday, November 6th 2025
Nov 06, 2025

The Ray Stevens Show speeds toward the weekend with a massive Thursday show!

John Ullyot, Former Deputy Advisor to President Trump, breaks down Tuesday's election results and what the GOP can do to make the 2026 midterms a huge success.

David Hochberg shares the latest job number and mortgage rates.

Stephen Moore weighs in on the huge SCOTUS case that will decide the fate of Trump's tariffs.

and Comedian Charlie Berens brings his uniquely Midwestern style of comedy on tour this Fall/Spring.

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Duration: 01:33:20
Comedian Charlie Berens on his new tour, Wisconsin Old Fashioneds, and the Manitowoc Minute
Nov 06, 2025

Charlie Berens knows a thing or two about the Midwest, and he's bringing his particular brand of Cheesehead comedy on the road. He joins Ray Stevens to talk about his rise through the comedy world, sharing his love for Wisconsin with the world on social media, and how to make the perfect Wisconsin Old Fashioned (pro tip: use brandy!)

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Duration: 00:11:52
The Ray Stevens Show - Wednesday, November 5th 2025
Nov 05, 2025

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Duration: 01:45:24
The Ray Stevens Show - Tuesday, November 4th 2025
Nov 04, 2025

Tirade Tuesday brings the heat this week as Ray asks YOU to chime in on everything in the world that really pisses you off. Plus, a visit from Mike Gonzalez from The Heritage Foundation to talk about why the NYC's heir apparent, Zohran Mamdani, is precisely the type of anti-American candidate that Democrats deserve.

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Duration: 01:23:11
The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, November 3rd 2025
Nov 03, 2025

It's another big Monday on The Ray Stevens Show and he kick's off the week with visits from Danielle Carter-Walters of Chicago Flips Red, Carlene Motto from Belmont Village Senior Living to talk about their "American Heroes" phot exhibit, and Mike Berman to recap the stunner in Cincinnati.

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Duration: 01:30:52
Military Monday: Belmont Village residents share their stories in ‘American Heroes’ Photo Exhibition
Nov 03, 2025

Carlene Motto, Chief Marketing Officer, Belmont Village Senior Living, joins Ray and Nick to discuss American Heroes: Portraits of Service,” at O'Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport.

The exhibit is based off the work and book of Tom Sanders, who has been photographing Veteran residents at Belmont Village Senior Living communities since 2008. With over 1,000 portraits of Belmont Village veterans taken, his efforts had helped create more than 30 permanent ‘honor wall” exhibits in Belmont Village communities across the country to honor and preserve their legacy of courage.

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Duration: 00:08:49
Berman on the Bears: Stunner in Cincinnati
Nov 03, 2025

Mike Berman brings his weekly breakdown of the Bears to the Ray Stevens Show and this time, the Bears managed to wrestle a win out of the paws of the Bengals in a 47-42 shocker in Cincinnati.

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Duration: 00:06:58
The Ray Stevens Show - Friday, October 31st 2025
Oct 31, 2025

Happy Halloween! Ray, Nick, and the whole morning crew kick off your holiday weekend with agri-biz legend Max Armstrong, a visit from Ray Tominello of Ray's Holiday Lights, plus all of your favorite Friday features with PAWS Chicago and Jonathan Hoenig "The Capitalist Pig".

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Duration: 01:00:04
Light up your holiday season with Ray's Holiday Lights!
Oct 31, 2025

Ray Tominello, owner of Ray's Holiday Lights, joins Ray and Nick to talk about how he can deck the halls with top quality, professional lighting and make your holidays merrier than ever before!

They handle the installation, take down, and storage while you sit back and enjoy the season.

Visit www.raysholidaylights.com or call Ray at 219-669-6785 for your holiday lighting needs.

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Duration: 00:07:54
Illinois General Assembly passes transit funding bill to address RTA budget gap
Oct 31, 2025

Kirk Dillard, Chairman of the RTA Board of Directors, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the new transit bill that will fund the CTA, Pace, and Metra and why he feels the state has been underfunding these services for a long time.

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Duration: 00:10:24
The Ray Stevens Show - Thursday, October 30th 2025
Oct 30, 2025

It's Halloween Eve on the Ray Stevens Show!

2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins joins Ray Stevens to blast Mayor Johnson's proposed head tax and the devastating effect it will have on businesses and explain how this budget is the most socialist action that the Mayor has taken thus far.

It’s been 122 days since June 30 when the tax bills, by state statute, should’ve been mailed. David Hochberg joins Ray to take Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle to task and explain how hard these late tax bills could hit families when they finally arrive.

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Duration: 01:33:21
Cook County Tax Bills Now 122 Days Overdue
Oct 30, 2025

It’s been 122 days since June 30 when the tax bills, by state statute, should’ve been mailed. David Hochberg joins Ray to take Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle to task and explain how hard these late tax bills could hit families when they finally arrive.

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Duration: 00:09:51
Proposed transit bill wants to tax billionaires, entertainment, and more
Oct 30, 2025

Illinois House Minority Leader Rep. Tony McCombie joins The Ray Stevens Show to break down a proposed transit funding bill aimed at closing a massive budget gap for the CTA, Metra, and Pace by levying even more taxes on billionaires, making concert tickets and streaming more expensive, and tapping into red light camera revenue.

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Duration: 00:09:31
"It's one of the worst decisions this Mayor has made" - Ald. Brian Hopkins on Mayor Johnson's proposed head tax
Oct 30, 2025

2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins joins Ray Stevens to blast Mayor Johnson's proposed head tax and the devastating effect it will have on businesses and explain how this budget is the most socialist action that the Mayor has taken thus far.

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Duration: 00:10:17
Sen. Ron Johnson talks government shutdown and the Democrats keeping Capitol Hill closed
Oct 30, 2025

Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson joins Ray to talk about the continuing "Schumer Shutdown" and how he has introduced legislation to get federal workers paid while Democrats keep the government closed over healthcare for illegal immigrants.

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Duration: 00:11:27
The Ray Stevens Show - Wednesday, October 29th 2025
Oct 29, 2025

Welcome to another Wednesday on The Ray Stevens Show!

This morning, Ray tackles redistricting and government shutdown with Indiana Gov. Mike Braun and Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson. Plus, a visit with intrepid travel reporter Natalie Compton from the Washington Post and an update on ICE operations in Chicago with Fox News Radio's Jeff Monnosso.

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Duration: 01:42:41
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun calls special session to redraw congressional boundaries
Oct 29, 2025

Gov. Mike Braun joins Ray Stevens to discuss how he plans to tackle redistricting the congressional map in Indiana to create fairer boundaries and ensure Hoosiers have their voices heard in elections.

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Duration: 00:11:31
The Ray Stevens Show - Tuesday, October 28th 2025
Oct 28, 2025

It's Tirade Tuesday on The Ray Stevens Show! Listeners get their biggest gripes off of their chest and Ray welcomes energy analyst Phil Flynn, investigative reporter Jeremy Portnoy from Open The Books, and Chief Tom Weitzel.

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Duration: 01:33:17
Illinois Officials Allegedly Dox ICE Agents, Share Vehicle Information
Oct 28, 2025

Ret. Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins Ray to talk about an email allegedly originating from the office of State Rep. Margaret Croke that identified ICE agent vehicles, complete with plate numbers. Weitzel contends this is putting federal law enforcement officers in immediate danger and represents a wanton disrespect for the safety of law enforcement.

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Duration: 00:10:14
The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, October 27th 2025
Oct 27, 2025

A new week begins on The Ray Stevens Show!

This morning, Ray welcomes Julie Bauke from The Bauke Group to talk about why younger workers are rejecting "office crisis" culture, Gen. Richard Newton to discuss rising tensions with Venezuela, Donna Allen-Reilage of AllenForce for our Military Monday feature and Mike Berman to break down a disappointing Bears loss.

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Duration: 01:42:14
The Ray Stevens Show - Friday, October 24th 2025
Oct 24, 2025

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Duration: 01:41:25
The Ray Stevens Show - Thursday, October 23rd 2025
Oct 23, 2025

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Duration: 01:37:17
The Ray Stevens Show - Wednesday, October 22nd 2025
Oct 22, 2025

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Duration: 01:42:43
The Ray Stevens Show - Tuesday, October 21st 2025
Oct 22, 2025

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Duration: 01:31:27
The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, October 20th 2025
Oct 20, 2025

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Duration: 01:43:01
The Ray Stevens Show - Thursday, October 16th 2025
Oct 16, 2025

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Duration: 01:38:55
Can Peace in Gaza Last? Consul General of Israel to the Midwest weighs in
Oct 16, 2025

Elad Strohmayer, the new Consul General of Israel to the Midwest, joins Ray to discuss the peace deal struck by President Trump this week and what conditions must be met in order for there to be lasting peace and cooperation in the region.

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Duration: 00:09:23
Ret. Police Chief Tom Weitzel: Police leaders must stand firm against political interference
Oct 16, 2025

Ret. Riverside Police Chief Tom Weiztel shares his thoughts on how police leaders can resist interference in their job by political actors and keep the focus on preserving law and order and protecting fellow law enforcement officers.

 

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Duration: 00:04:29
The Ray Stevens Show - Tuesday, October 14th 2025
Oct 14, 2025

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Duration: 01:39:55
The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, October 13th 2025
Oct 13, 2025

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Duration: 01:41:56
Military Monday: Avalon Action Alliance
Oct 13, 2025

Greg Frey, Vice President of Strategic Engagement and Partnerships at Avalon Action Alliance, joins Ray to talk about his organization's support of veterans experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress, residual effects from Traumatic Brain Injury, and difficulties with substance abuse.

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Duration: 00:07:36
Lt. Gov. candidate Dr. Carrie Mendoza on Gov. Pritzker's insistence on calling opponents 'Nazis'
Oct 13, 2025

Running alongside gubernatorial hopeful Ted Dabrowski, Dr. Carie Mendoza joins Ray Stevens to talk about the breaking news of the return of hostages held by Hamas and how Gov. Pritzker's rhetoric about his opponents proves he is unqualified to be governor.

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Duration: 00:08:20
Berman on the Bears: Can the Bears redeem last season's embarrassing loss to Washington?
Oct 13, 2025

NBC 5's Mike Berman is back to preview tonight's grudge-match against the Washington Commanders. Will Caleb Williams lead the Bears down the road to redemption after last year's devastating loss?

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Duration: 00:06:53
From One to One Hundred: Runner Kelly McLay shares her journey to 100 marathons
Oct 09, 2025

Kelly McLay is a mom, wife, marathoner, and founder of Fitness International Travel (FIT), a global travel business specializing in marathon travel packages designed by marathoners for marathoners.

She joins Ray to talk about how she went from struggling to run one mile to running marathons around the world and encouraging others to follow their own running journeys.

Learn more about Kelly at fitnessinternationaltravel.com and follow her on Instagram @fitness.i.travel

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Duration: 00:07:52
The Ray Stevens Show - October 9th, 2025
Oct 09, 2025

Today on the Ray Stevens Show, author Salena Zito drops by with her latest report from coal country focusing on her journey down a coal shaft to see the future of American energy. Jackie Toll, Loyola Academy Girl's Flag Football Assistant Coach, discusses the growing popularity of flag football and how it gives girls a chance to get on the gridiron. Stephen Moore shares his take on the latest economic news and marathon runner Kelly McLay talks about her journey to running her 100th marathon this Sunday at the Chicago Marathon.

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Duration: 01:31:26
Girls on the Gridiron: Loyola Academy's Girls Flag Football shines Friday night lights on female athletes
Oct 09, 2025

Jackie Toll, assistant girls flag football coach at Loyola Academy, joins Ray to talk about the growing popularity of girl's flag football since being officially recognized at the High School level by the IHSA. Toll shares how the school and students have embraced the sport and why the future looks bright for flag football for both girls and boys.

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Duration: 00:07:29
Men Who Cook: State's Attorney Glasgow unites with "Golden Bachelorette" star for a great cause
Oct 08, 2025

State's Attorney James Glasgow and "Golden Bachelorette" contestant Chef Jack Lencioni share how you can help children in need at the Men Who Cook fundraiser, supporting Will County Children's Advocacy Center. 

Info & Tickets:  www.MenWhoCook.info  Date & Time:  Saturday, Oct. 11th 6PM - 9PM Purpose:  A fun & casual tasting event featuring 40 amateur & professional cooks serving samples of their favorite APPETIZER , SIDE-DISH, ENTREE & DESSERT for attendees to judge. Location:  J.J.C. Weitendorf Center, 17840 W Laraway Road, Joliet

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Duration: 00:08:25
The Ray Stevens Show - October 8th, 2025
Oct 08, 2025

I-L-L-I-N-I! Coach Bret Bielema joins Ray as the Fighting Illini gear up to face down #1 Ohio State this weekend and breaks down how he will prepare his team for what could be the biggest game this season. Plus, State's Attorney James Glasgow and "Golden Bachelorette" contestant Chef Jack Lencioni share how you can help children in need at the Men Who Cook fundraiser, supporting Will County Children's Advocacy Center. 

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Duration: 01:31:58
The Ray Stevens Show - Tuesday, October 7th 2025
Oct 07, 2025

It's a Tirade Tuesday and a Trump Tuesday on The Ray Stevens Show as Ray welcomes Eric Trump to talk about his new book "Under Siege: My Family's Fight to Save Our Nation" and what it was like growing up Trump.

Plus, former CPD Superintendent Garry McCarthy weighs in on reports officers were told not to respond to ICE officers in distress, Phil Flynn from The Energy Report weighs in on a judge's ruling on offshore drilling, and Agri-Biz legend Max Armstrong talks drought and soy bean farm relief.

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Duration: 01:33:28
Eric Trump talks new book 'Under Siege', growing up Trump, and why he loves Chicago
Oct 07, 2025

Eric Trump, Executive Vice President of the Trump Organization, joins Ray Stevens to talk about his upcoming book, 'Under Siege', what he sees for the future of the country, and what it was like growing up as part of one of the most well known families in America.

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Duration: 00:10:19
The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, October 6th 2025
Oct 06, 2025

It's Monday on the Ray Stevens Show, and Ray wants to know if you'd change your name for free beer! Author David Steinman talks about Walmart's decision to phase out harmful additives and dyes from their house brands, Mike Berman makes his weekly visit for Berman on the Bears, and Brigadier General, USA (Ret) Tom Landwermeyer reports for duty on Military Monday to talk about his work with Homes For Our Troops as their President/CEO.

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Duration: 01:28:09
Military Monday: Homes For Our Troops
Oct 06, 2025

Brigadier General, USA (Ret) Tom Landwermeyer, Homes For Our Troops President/CEO, joins Ray Stevens to talk about building homes for post-9/11 veterans and how these specialized houses restore some of the freedom and independence our Veterans sacrificed while defending our country, and enable them to focus on their family, recovery, and rebuilding their lives.

Visit www.hfotusa.org to find out how you can make a difference and support Homes For Our Troops for a Military Monday.

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Duration: 00:08:31
Berman on the Bears: Will early bye week break prep Bears for Washington?
Oct 06, 2025

Mike Berman from NBC 5 Sports joins Ray for a bye week breakdown of what the Bears can do to prepare for their Monday night matchup against the Washington Commanders.

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Duration: 00:05:41
Ald. Brendan Reilly talks controversial CTU post, ICE presence downtown
Oct 03, 2025

42nd Ward Alderman Brendan Reilly joins Ray Stevens to talk about the Chicago Teachers Union's recent social media post glorifying a convicted cop killer and his comments regarding the presence of ICE and National Guard on the Mag Mile.

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Duration: 00:11:01
The Ray Stevens Show - Thursday, October 2nd 2025
Oct 02, 2025

Happy Friday eve! Another big day on the Big 89 as Indiana Gov. Mike Braun joins Ray for an extended conversation on Indiana's economy, commitment to public safety, and how the government shutdown may be affecting residents. Plus, Ret. Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith returns to discuss why the National Guard is necessary here in Illinois, and former Deputy Advisor to President Trump John Ullyot exposes the Democrats nefarious plans to push this government shutdown further.

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Duration: 01:36:52
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun talks economic growth, public safety, and government shutdown
Oct 02, 2025

Gov. Mike Braun stops by the WLS-AM studios for an extended conversation on how his state is growing economically, prioritizing public safety, and welcoming anyone from Illinois looking to escape Democrat rule.

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Duration: 00:14:45
The Ray Stevens Show - Wednesday, Oct. 1st 2025
Oct 01, 2025

The government is shut down, but Ray and Nick are open for business as they welcome radio legend Kevin Matthews, Fox News Radio's Jared Halpern, and more!

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Duration: 01:44:42
The Ray Stevens Show - Tuesday, September 30th 2025
Sep 30, 2025

It's Tirade Tuesday on the Ray Stevens Show! Ray breaks down the Pritzker plan to replace citizens leaving Illinois with illegals to harvest votes and tax payer money and takes  calls on what's bothering listeners this week. Plus, Ret. Police Chief Tom Weitzel discusses the insane anti-ICE protests, Erik Troe from Turning Point USA shares how high schools can start their own Club America chapter, and Sonny Acres Farm helps get you into the Fall season with their yearly Fall Fest. 

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Duration: 01:37:04
Israel-Gaza: Can President Trump finally broker a peace deal?
Sep 30, 2025

Gen. Richard Newton, senior National Security contributor for NewsNation, joins Ray and Nick to look at President Trump's plan for peace in the Middle East and whether Hamas can be safely disarmed.

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Duration: 00:08:33
Chaos in Broadview as DHS seizes firearms and 'explosive device' from protestors
Sep 30, 2025

Ret. Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins Ray and Nick to talk about the increasingly dangerous protests outside of an ICE detention facility in Broadview and why, if more isn't done to quell protests, law enforcement will be in serious physical danger.

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Duration: 00:07:19
The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, September 29th 2025
Sep 29, 2025

A new week begins with visits from Midwest Veterans Closet on Military Monday and a visit from Mike Berman for another victorious Berman on the Bears. Plus, Hinsdale Village President Greg Hart returns for an update on his push for e-bike and scooter safety and Ray shares his results from Sunday's Brain Aneurysm 5K.

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Duration: 01:41:54
Hinsdale’s Proactive E-Bike and Scooter Safety Measures Paying Off
Sep 29, 2025

Hinsdale Village President Greg Hart returns to the Ray Stevens Show to share the exceptional results of his push for e-bike and scooter safety and why Hinsdale was named the #1 town in Illinois to raise a family.

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Duration: 00:08:33
Berman on the Bears: Bears block Raiders in nail-biting road victory
Sep 29, 2025

Mike Berman is back for another victorious edition of Berman on the Bears on WLS and he breaks down why even an ugly win on the road showed some beautiful moments from Caleb Williams and a will to win.

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Duration: 00:09:16
Military Monday: Midwest Veterans Closet
Sep 29, 2025

On this week's edition of Military Monday, Ray welcomes Mary Carmody, founder and president of Midwest Veterans Closet. They talk about how MVC started in the back of a truck and grew into it's recently opened permanent facility and how they make sure every donation and every dollar goes directly to Veterans and Military Members.

Visit Midwest Veterans Closet at 1720 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, and online www.midwestveteranscloset.org

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Duration: 00:05:53
The Ray Stevens Show - Thursday, September 25th 2025
Sep 25, 2025

The weekend is right around the corner, and Ray's celebrating with legendary drummer Danny Seraphine from Chicago, Jonathan Hoenig "The Capitalist Pig", and another fiery visit from David Hochberg

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Duration: 01:33:25
The Ray Stevens Show - Wednesday, September 24th 2025
Sep 24, 2025

You've made it to a Wednesday on the Ray Stevens Show! Today, Ray gets travel tips from Washington Post travel reporter Natalie Compton, talks young Americans returning to Christianity with Fr. Tom Hurley, and the final verdict for would-be Trump assassin Ryan Routh from Fox News' Jeff Monosso.

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Duration: 01:41:09
The Ray Stevens Show - Tuesday, September 23rd 2025
Sep 23, 2025

It's a Tirade Tuesday on the Ray Stevens Show and guests FOP President John Catanzara and State Rep. Adam Niemerg have a bone to pick with Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor Pritzker.

Plus: Comedian Dusty Slay shares his journey from Nashville open mics to the Grand Old Opry and Nick Gale decides he's ready to get on the gridiron for any local college that will take him.

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Duration: 01:32:17
The Ray Stevens Show - Monday, September 22nd 2025
Sep 22, 2025

Ray and Nick recap the stunning memorial for Charlie Kirk in Arizona with Fox News correspondent Jeff Monosso and close friend of Kirk, Gary Rabine. Plus, Mike Berman gives his take on a big win for the Bears and Military Monday highlights Project Headspace and Timing, an organization that helps veterans find community through outdoor activities.

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Duration: 01:40:15
The Ray Stevens Show - Friday, September 19th 2025
Sep 19, 2025

It's Friday, baby! Ray kicks off your weekend with a visit from Pastor Corey Brooks who shares an update from his walk across America, a local firehouse helping folks with special needs, and weekly visits from PAWS and Jonathan Hoenig, "The Capitalist Pig"!

 

 

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Duration: 01:43:39