Catch "The Sports Cubicle" every Sunday at 9:00 p.m. Central on WCPT. For more, visit:
https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/the-sports-cubicle.

The Sports Cubicle

Catch "The Hal Sparks Radio Program" every Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT. For more, visit https://heartlandsignal.com/programs/hal-sparks-radio-program.

The Hal Sparks Radio Program

For more, visit https://heartlandsignal.com/anniversary.

WCPT 20th Anniversary Broadcast at Max and Benny's

These are all the podcasts of "Think Theory Radio" with Host Damien Perdue
featuring topics & guests in the realms of art, theoretical physics, music, archaeology, ancient philosophy, & conspiracy theories. 
Saturdays 6-7pm on WCPT820 Chicago.
Podcast updated every Monday.

THINK THEORY RADIO - Saturdays 6-7pm WCPT820

Chew's Views July 05 2024

On this week's show, Hal and Johnny Million broadcast live from Max & Benny's in Northbrook, Illinois, for WCPT's 20th anniversary. Their guests are:
- Rob Glenn  of Rute Design
- Karen Byrne, co-host of the TruBlu Politics podcast and Stephanie Miller's "Karen from Chicago"
- Natalie Ziemba, member of the Woodstock City Council 
- Jill Wine Banks, legal analyst, former general counsel of the U.S. Army, author of The Watergate Girl, and host of Just The Facts with Jill Wine-Banks and co-host of #SistersInLaw
- Joan Esposito, host of WCPT's "Live, Local & Progressive" (weekdays at 2:00 p.m. Central)
- Art & Bobby of WCPT's "Where Are They Now?" (Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. Central)
- Michael Garlin, former WCPT host 
- Richard Chew, host of WCPT's "Chew's Views" (weekdays at 6:00 a.m. Central)
- Patti Vasquez, host of WCPT's "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" (weekdays at 5:00 p.m. Central)
- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson

Hal Sparks Radio Program WCPT Anniversary Live Broadcast, May 3 2025

On this special broadcast from Max and Benny's Restaurant in Northbrook, Illinois, WCPT's Joan Esposito, Patti Vasquez, Scott Duff and Richard Chew were joined by (listed in order of appearance):
- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson
- Thom Hartmann, host of "The Thom Hartmann Program," weekdays at 11:00 a.m. on WCPT
- State Sen. Laura Fine, Democratic member of the Illinois Senate for the 9th District
- State Rep. Tracy Katz Muhl, Democratic member of the Illinois House for the 57th District
- Chicago Ald. Scott Waguespack, member of the Chicago City Council representing the 32nd Ward
- Marj Halperin, Democratic analyst, political commentator on "The Mincing Rascals" podcast, fill-in host for WCPT, and a moderator of the Hideout's live conversation series
- Tom Moss of Indivisible Chicago and a moderator of the Hideout's live conversation series
- William Muck, professor of political science at North Central College and regular WCPT fill-in host
- Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton
- Kurt Mullett, "Chew's Views" contributor (every Wednesday) and a social media influencer under the name HoosierBlue63
- Joel Ostrow, professor of political science at Benedictine University and co-host (with Brian Endless) of "The World Discord" podcast
- Brian Endless, senior lecturer and director of African Studies and the African Diaspora at Loyola University Chicago; co-host (with Joel Ostrow) of "The World Discord" podcast; and founder of The Come Together Project
- Mark Pinski, WCPT general manager

The hosts also devoted a segment to remembering the late Dick Kay.
Dan Levy is heard making live announcements throughout the broadcast.

WCPT 20th Anniversary Special Live Broadcast, May 3, 2025

Hal Sparks and Johnny Million are joined by Karen Byrne, co-host of the TruBlu Politics podcast (and Stephanie Miller's "Karen from Chicago"), and Natalie Ziemba, member of the Woodstock City Council, at WCPT's 20th anniversary live broadcast from Max and Benny's in Northbrook, Illinois.

Natalie Ziemba and Karen Byrne at WCPT's 20th Anniversary Broadcast

Hal Sparks and Johnny Million are joined by former WCPT host Michael Garlin and Richard Chew, host of WCPT's "Chew's Views" (weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central), at WCPT's 20th anniversary live broadcast from Max and Benny's Restaurant in Northbrook, Illinois.

Michael Garlin and Richard Chew at WCPT's 20th Anniversary Broadcast

At WCPT's 20th anniversary live broadcast from Max and Benny's Restaurant in Northbrook, Illinois, Hal Sparks and Johnny Million are joined by WCPT's Joan Esposito and Jill Wine-Banks, legal analyst, former general counsel of the U.S. Army, author of The Watergate Girl, and host of Just The Facts with Jill Wine-Banks.

Jill Wine-Banks and Joan Esposito at WCPT's 20th Anniversary Broadcast

The Hal Sparks Radio Program May 10 2025

The Lightning Strike Radio Program May 11 2025

The Hal Sparks Radio Program May 17 2025

Devils Advocates 05.18.25

The Hal Sparks Radio Program May 24 2025

Devils Advocates 05.25.25

The Sports Cubicle 06.01.25

Devils Advocates 06.01.25

The Hal Sparks Radio Program June 7 2025

On this special edition of Think Theory Radio we delve into the history of birthdays!
From honoring Pharaohs and Kings in ancient Egypt and Babylon to childhood parties, how did birthday celebrations begin? Who had the craziest birthday parties in history? 
Plus, when astrology and the zodiac was created and how it became popular in modern times!

THINK THEORY RADIO - THE HISTORY OF BIRTHDAYS 06.07.25

Mind Over Matters w/ Dr. Aimee -  Move more laugh more love more 06.08.25

The Hal Sparks Radio Program June 14 2025

On this episode of Think Theory Radio we welcome back Chef Damian Yopek to discuss the future of food! With sustainability issues & population overgrowth how will what we eat change? From edible utensils, lab grown meat, & 3D printed food to ancient indigenous agriculture. 
Plus, how will technology like augmented reality and AI influence our future menus?! 

THINK THEORY RADIO - THE FUTURE OF FOOD WITH CHEF DAMIAN 06.14.25

Where are they Now 06.15.25

The Sports Cubicle 06.15.25

The Hal Sparks Radio Program June 21 2025

Bell and Company 06.22.25

The Sports Cubicle 06.22.25

On this episode of Think Theory Radio we delve into the plastic conspiracy!
What is the history of plastics and who profits from this billion dollar industry?!
How much plastic waste is created each year & what is it doing to the environment?
What are microplastics and why are they found in every part of the world and human body?
Plus, solutions to the plastic problem like hemp bio-plastic and plastic eating bacteria!!

THINK THEORY RADIO -THE PLASTIC CONSPIRACY - 06.28.25

The Hal Sparks Radio Program June 28 2025

The Sports Cubicle 06.29.25

The Hal Sparks Radio Program July 5 2025

On this episode of Think Theory Radio we discuss the history of American conspiracies!
How do modern political conspiracy theories mirror ones from the days of the founding fathers?
What are some of the craziest ones from the early days of the United States? 
Was the Declaration of Independence a manifesto of misinformation? 
These questions and much more!!!

THINK THEORY RADIO - A BRIEF HISTORY OF AMERICAN CONSPIRACIES - 07.06.25

The Sports Cubicle 07.06.25

Devils Advocates 07.06.25

Live from Max & Benny's in Northbrook, Illinois, it's "The Hal Sparks Radio Program." 

Hal and co-host Johnny Million are joined by:
- WCPT's Richard Chew
- Driftglass and Blue Gal of The Professional Left Podcast
- Woodstock City Council Member Natalie Ziemba
- Podcaster Karen Byrne

For more, visit https://heartlandsignal.com/halsparks-live-at-max-and-bennys-restaurant/

The Hal Sparks Radio Program Live at Max & Benny's, July 12, 2025

It's time for another edition of Think Theory Radio's "Weird Science & Tales to Astonish!!"
Scientists look to revive an avian dinosaur & also revive a 7,000 year old microorganism!
Woman found to have unique blood type is the only person in the world compatible to herself.
AI beats 30 of the world's top mathematicians meanwhile ChatGPT loses at chess to Atari 2600. Plus, the rats of Chicago are evolving, new life form discovered on bottom of a ship, and why does the human brain glow?! 

THINK THEORY RADIO - WEIRD SCIENCE 52 - 07.12.25

The Sports Cubicle 07.13.25

Where are they Now 07.12.25

On this episode of Think Theory Radio we delve into the effects of social media, brain rot, and what is the dead internet theory? How have people been manipulated by social engineering and product based algorithms on social media? What is brain rot and are younger generations actually experiencing the symptoms or is it just another example of click bait sensationalism?
Plus, what is the dead internet theory and are there any real people left online?!

THINK THEORY RADIO - SOCIAL MEDIA BRIAN ROT AND THE DEAD INTERNET - 07.19.25

The Sports Cubicle 07.20.25

Devils Advocates 07.20.25

The Hal Sparks Radio Program July 26 2025

On this episode of Think Theory Radio we discuss the cosmic triangle!
How does time, space, and energy relate to the human mind, body, and soul?!
What part of the brain perceives the duration time and how it affects memories and our daily lives? How is the human body correlated to space and it's mirroring of the universe?
Is the energy that permeates the cosmos connected to the soul and consciousness? 
These questions and much more!!!

THINK THEORY RADIO - THE COSMIC TRIANGLE - 07.26.25

The Sports Cubicle 07.27.25

Devils Advocates 07.20725

1010 MOM Dr. Aimee JunkTo Genius How Ypur Habits Shape Your Heath Mind  06.22.25

The Hal Sparks Radio Program August 2 2025

If Caged Walls Could Talk 08.02.25

First Take August 3 2025

The Lightning Strike Radio Program August 3 2025

Mind Over Matters  w/ Dr. Aimee - Food for Thought: When Healthy Eating Helps  08.03.25

Around the Town Chicago 08.03.25

Bell and Company 08.03.25

The Sports Cubicle 08.03.25

Devils Advocates 08.03.25

WCPT’s eclectic weekend programming is available here, from “Where Are They Now” and “The Family Meeting” to “The Hal Sparks Show,” “Think Theory Radio,” and "The Sports Cubicle." Find our full Saturday and Sunday schedule at heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule. 

“Chew’s Views,” “Joan Esposito: Live, Local & Progressive,” “Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez,” “The Big Picture with Edwin Eisendrath,” and “Out Chicago” now have their own podcast feeds.  Go to heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/schedule to visit their show pages and subscribe.

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