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Joan Esposito (Featured Interviews)

Joan Esposito (Featured Interviews)

By: WCPT 820
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Here are featured interviews from "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" (weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT Chicago), a topical and interactive talk show from Chicago that focuses on national, state and city politics.

A veteran Chicago broadcaster, Joan talks to politicians and professors, activists and authors, candidates and correspondents, as well as listeners who call in to share their views on the news of the day. Her goal is to Edify, Entertain and Elect — Democrats, of course.

Joan Esposito has hosted WCPT's afternoon show since 2019. Prior to that she spent 20 years as a Chicago television anchor and reporter for WGN Channel 9, ABC7 and NBC5, and had a stint as managing partner at media trainer J2SC. Joan is a long-time member of the Screen Actors Guild and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA).

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  • WCPT 820 Interview: Jessica Craven

    WCPT 820 Interview: Jessica Craven
    May 15 2025

    Joan Esposito is joined by Jessica Craven, author of the “Chop Wood, Carry Water” newsletter. She discussed her approach to political activism and voter engagement and shared a story about educating a non-voter, emphasizing the importance of explaining government basics without judgment. Craven also addresses the ongoing battle over Trump's tax cuts, which could add $4.5 trillion to the deficit and cause 8.6 million people to lose their Medicaid coverage, according to a Congressional Budget Office estimate. Craven advocates for informed political action, providing scripts and resources to help citizens engage effectively.

    Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive).

    And find the Joan Esposito (Full Episodes) podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, YouTube, and Amazon.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    23 mins
  • WCPT 820 Interview: Laura Washington

    WCPT 820 Interview: Laura Washington
    May 14 2025

    Filling in for Joan Esposito, Turi Ryder talks to Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune contributing columnist and ABC7 Chicago political analyst.

    Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive).

    And find the Joan Esposito (Full Episodes) podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, YouTube, and Amazon.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    24 mins
  • WCPT 820 Interview: Indivisible's Ezra Levin

    WCPT 820 Interview: Indivisible's Ezra Levin
    May 12 2025

    Filling in for Joan Esposito, William Muck and co-host Phil Barker talk to Ezra Levin, co-executive director of Indivisible.

    Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/live-local-progressive).

    And find the Joan Esposito (Full Episodes) podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, YouTube, and Amazon.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    25 mins

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