Episodes
June 8, 2025
Gilbert King details the wrongful conviction of Leo Schofield
Gilbert King , Pulitzer Prize winning author and podcaster, joins Karen Conti to talk about the value of both writing books and doing podcasts on wrongful convictions. Gilbert dives in on the Leo Schofield case that resulted ...
June 8, 2025
An inside look at living on Alcatraz with author Jolene Babyak
Jolene Babyak, author and expert on Alcatraz, joins Karen Conti and Sylvia Perez to talk about the Alcatraz prison in light of President Trump announcing he would like to reopen it for use. Jolene also details the history of the prison and talks about her experience living on the island.
June 8, 2025
Sylvia Perez: Illinois trying to do away with third-party reservation resellers
Chicago news reporter Sylvia Perez joins Karen Conti to talk about her four-decade career and new podcast, Supper with Sylvia . Sylvia explains the Restaurant Reservation Anti-Piracy Act and how it affects online reservations...
June 1, 2025
Dr. Lance Williams breaks down Larry Hoover’s commutation and path to gang life
Dr. Lance Williams , Professor of Urban Community Studies at Northeastern Illinois University and an expert in gang violence, joins Karen Conti to discuss President Trump’s commutation of the sentence of Gangster Disciples’ l...
June 1, 2025
Scammer farms netting billions of dollars
Julian Morgans, journalist and podcaster of Scammerland , joins Karen Conti to discuss the issue of scammer farms in southeast Asia. Julian and Karen detail the farms that have imprisoned over 400,000 people and are forcing t...
June 1, 2025
Previewing Venetian Night with Gabriella Rago
Gabriella Rago, spokesperson for the Italian American Human Relations Foundation, joins Karen Conti to discuss ‘Venetian Night’ in Chicago. Gabriella details the food, entertainment, and boat parade that will all be featured ...
May 25, 2025
Why estate planning is crucial for the future
Elder law attorney Kathryn Casey joins Karen Conti to discuss the importance of estate planning with family members sooner rather than later. Kathryn explains the difference between elder law attorneys and estate planning att...
May 25, 2025
What constitutes a war crime?
Military lawyer and Army veteran John Maher joins Karen Conti to share some stories and insights on the Memorial Day holiday. John details the medals that veterans can be honored with and breaks down the basis of military law...
May 11, 2025
The many uses of forensic genetic genealogy
Scientist and genealogist Dr. Colleen Fitzpatrick, Founder & President of Identifinders, joins Karen Conti in-studio to highlight how forensic genetic genealogy can be used to help solve cold cases, find missing people, and even identify Holocaust survivors. For more information, visit identif…
May 11, 2025
Why do people fall in love with notorious inmates?
Criminal psychologist, professor, and author Dr. Katherine Ramsland joins Karen Conti to talk about women who fall in love with notorious inmates. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7410250/7410250_2025-05-11-214350.64kmono.mp3...
May 11, 2025
Providing solutions for children in adoptive and foster care
Dr. Susan McConnell, Executive Director and Founder of Let It Be Us , joins Karen Conti on Mother’s Day to highlight the organization which works to provide solutions for children in adoptive and foster care. https://serve.ca...
May 4, 2025
Previewing the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial in New York
Criminal Defense Attorney Damon Cheronis joins Karen Conti to preview the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial in New York. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7397860/7397860_2025-05-04-215400.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Karen Conti The 14th ...
May 4, 2025
How to maintain a proper work-life balance
Attorney and wellness coach Erin Clifford joins Karen Conti in-studio. Erin is the author of Wellness Reimagined: A Holistic Approach to Health, Happiness, and Harmony. In light of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, she shares tips and tricks to managing your stress levels and maint…
May 4, 2025
Settlement reached regarding the removal of a Christopher Columbus statue in Arrigo Park
Ron Onesti, President of the Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans, and his lawyer, Enrico Mirabelli, join Karen Conti to discuss the settlement of a lawsuit regarding the removal of a Christopher Columbus statue in Arri...
April 27, 2025
Attorney Stephen Kravit on the arrest of Milwaukee judge
Stephen Kravit, President at Kravit, Hovel & Krawczyk joins WGN Radio’s Karen Conti to discuss the arrest of a Milwaukee judge for allegedly helping an undocumented litigant leave the courthouse.
April 27, 2025
Attorney Antonio Romanucci on the sentencing of Robert Crimo III
Highland Park shooting victims’ family attorney Antonio Romanucci joins Karen Conti to discuss the sentencing of Robert Crimo III . https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7387188/7387188_2025-04-27-224628.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts M...
April 27, 2025
DNA expert Dr. Dan Krane gives insight on the notorious JonBenét Ramsey case
Dr. Dan Krane, who is a Biological Sciences professor at Wright State and one of the world’s foremost DNA experts, joins WGN Radio’s Karen Conti to explain why he believes that DNA evidence can be used to help solve the notor...
April 27, 2025
What is a class action lawsuit?
Class action lawyers Katrina Carroll and Jon Jagher join Karen Conti to explain everything you need to know about class action lawsuits, and what an injunction is. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7387185/7387185_2025-04-27-2...
April 20, 2025
Harvey Weinstein’s former attorney talks Weinstein’s retrial
Chicago criminal defense attorney Damon Cheronis , who represented Harvey Weinstein in his first trial, joins Karen Conti to comment on Weinstein’s retrial that just started in New York City. Damon also touches on the resente...
April 20, 2025
How to tell if an image is copyrighted
Chicago intellectual property lawyer Michele Katz joins Karen Conti to discuss what to do when you post an image that is copyright protected. Michele also explains the difference between a copyright, a patent, and a trademark...
April 20, 2025
Does the First Amendment allow cults to brainwash people
Karen Conti chats with Dr. Adam Kunz , assistant professor at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, about the First Amendment and if it allows cult organizations to brainwash people. Dr. Kunz also talks about what can be done l...
April 6, 2025
This week’s top legal stories with defense attorney Mike Leonard
Criminal defense attorney Mike Leonard joins WGN’s Radio’s Karen Conti to discuss this week’s top legal stories, which include the Madigan sentencing, the possibility of a third Trump term, and the civil suit against the gun dealers in the Highland Park shooting case.
April 6, 2025
What is the role of a mediator?
Karen Conti is joined in-studio by attorney/mediator Faustin ‘Frosty’ Pipal to discuss mediation and how it resolves legal disputes. Additionally, Karen’s husband Jerry joins the show and the three perform a ‘mock’ mediation....
April 6, 2025
What does the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago do?
President Kari Steele of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago joins Karen Conti in-studio to highlight what they do relating to the waterways of Chicago, including treating wastewater and managing st...