Wgn - The Amy Guth Podcast

Amy Guth and Jen Bosworth fill in for Bill and Wendy on this glorious Friday. They talk about the LA wildfires, the future, longevity, misued words, burnouts, epic love stories and much more. To find out how you can help victims of the California wildfires, visit http://www.twocents.lifehacker.com/how-to-help-victims-of-california-wildfires-1821084775.

Tonight Jen Bosworth and Amy Guth are in for Patti Vasquez! On the show they discuss a myriad of topics ranging from guilty pleasures, best, first and worst jobs, and thoughtful giving!  Then, if that wasn’t enough for you  — They bring on Chicago comedians, Hari Rao and Vik Pandya who are performing in the upcoming ‘Chalo Haso‘ show happening at Chicago’s 7 on 7 bar and restaurant.  For more information on Chalo Haso and to buy tickets, visit this […]

Amy Guth and Jen Bosworth fill in for John Williams with a fun post Thanksgiving Show! Don Share from the Chicago Poetry Foundation joins the show to talk about their upcoming event and magazine and Jen and Amy discuss the importance of self care and health during the holidays.

Amy Guth and Jen Bosworth 11.22.17

Wintrust Business Lunch 11/11/17

Veterans Day 2017

Amy Guth and Rex Huppke fill in for John Williams today, as they discuss what makes it hard for victims of sexual assault to come out and talk about it, and what made it perhaps easier for Louis C.K. to admit to his actions. Comedian Michael Ian Black talks about the role of Twitter and its influence on the comedy community. Hope for the Day Founder Jonny Boucher lists the different ways that his organization facilitates a dialogue on mental […]

It all started with a passion for ice cream. Rex Huppke and Amy Guth welcome Hope for the Day Founder Jonny Boucher into the studio. He talks about talking about mental health issues. Join the cause to prevent suicide Sunday at the Dairy Queen on Wehrli Road. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3423096/3423096_2017-11-10-164436.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3779.mp3

Comedian Michael Ian Black tells Amy Guth and Rex Huppke what Twitter as a social platform, and sexual assault allegations, have done to the world of comedy. Then, Michael talks about his book, A Child’s First Book of Trump. Check out his podcast, “How to be Amazing with Michael Ian Black”! http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3423090/3423090_2017-11-10-163830.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3779.mp3

Amy Guth and Jen Bosworth are back to fill in for the first half of The Download! This time, they welcome writer Tori Telfer to the studio to talk about her upcoming true crime book “Lady Killers: Deadly Women Throughout History”. They discuss some of the femme fatales Telfer has written about and explore some of our preconceived notions about serial killers, women and the nature of our own violent tendencies. We also get an update on iGrow Chicago’s Peace […]

Amy starts things off by talking to writer Gabriela Barkho about her recent piece in Bloomberg about Blue Apron’s recent struggles and why it’s becoming difficult for subscription box services recently. Then, Amy talks about how Whole Foods prices are going to be dropping now that Amazon’s in charge. Bloomberg’s Ira Boudway Ira told Amy about his article on basketball stars after their NBA careers, investing in startups, instead of more traditional post-NBA career professional paths. Last but not least, Alexia […]

Amy Guth and Jen Bosworth finish their two-night residency on The Download with celebrity sightings, weird dreams and a little dive into DNA and family ancestry. Amy and Jen talk with listeners about their encounters with the stars, including chance encounters with the likes of Tom Hanks, Julie Haggerty and WGN’s own Walter Jacobson. Next, they recount some of their own strange recurring dreams featuring visits from beyond the grave and ninja fantasies. Finally, Amy discusses her recent DNA test […]

Amy Guth and Jen Bosworth are back at it again filling in for Justin Kaufman on The Download! Amy, Jen talk about Amy’s recent experience skydiving with the Golden Knights), running marathons and rescue animals. Plus, we hear from listeners about their own adventures, some tips on getting ready to run a marathon and the finer points of hedgehog ownership.

This week on the Saturday Night Special, Amy examines the fascinating world of adrenaline. She talks about her recent experience sky-diving for the first time and then invites experts from a variety of fields to help her pin down some scientific and social details on adrenaline and how it has effected humans through time. First, she’s joined by Dr. Kristin Kreuger from Loyola, who talks about the evolutionary role of adrenaline and its differing patterns through the ages and even […]

Amy Guth talks with Washington Post’s Silicon Valley correspondent, Elizabeth Dwoskin, to discuss Facebook’s willingness to copy technology and design from other apps and platforms, and how it might be hurting innovation. Then, Ally Marotti, business reporter at Chicago Tribune, talks about the city’s plan to issue Airbnb registrations and how it will affect the industry in Chicago. Amy also shares her skydiving experience and the music playlist that helped her prepare for the giant leap.  

On this edition of the Saturday Night Special, host Amy Guth talks about sex. She welcomes an array of “sexperts,” from a clinical psychologist to educators to a sex shop owner to attempt to break down the awkwardness that usually surrounds the taboo topic. To begin, Dr. John Duffy joins Amy in the studio. They talk about the psychology of sex and how it varies culturally and from generation to generation. They also answer listener questions on how to talk […]

Amy talks with Adrienne Roberts from The Wall Street Journal to discuss the joint venture of Mazda and Toyota to build a billion dollar plant in the U.S. Then, Frank Devincentis, Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor with Morgan Stanley in Chicago, joins Amy in studio to discuss the latest release of the Job Report. Next, Lauren Zumbach from Chicago Tribune then shares information on Illinois companies mobilizing in the wake of the news of Foxconn moving to Wisconsin. Lastly, […]

Amy talks with Marshall Allen about the article he wrote on the confusing and flawed system of drug expiration dates, which requires that many drugs are thrown out, even when the FDA knows they are good form longer: https://www.propublica.org/article/the-myth-of-drug-expiration-dates David Herrera, Founder and CEO of Golden Mean, joins Amy in studio to discuss his attempt to bring “co-living” to Ukrainian Village; the idea is that, as in co-working spaces, sharing will allow renters more amenities than they could afford alone; it’s […]

Author of The Gray Rhino, Michelle Wucker comes to the studio to discuss her book and the role it played in crashing the Chinese stock market.

Amy is joined in studio by the Director of U.I.C.’s Latino’s in Science Office, Veronica Arreola, and Deborah Douglas, whom is a Chicago based Journalist and Northwestern Professor. The trio talk about the top stories of the week which include ‘The Jerk of The Week’, White House news, and more!