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The Crisis Cast

Feb 27, 2026

Join Lissa & Thom for some heady talk on the fine art of sports journalism. In this episode, seasoned NFL writer Dan Pompei shares the stories behind Bears superstar Charles 'Peanut' Tillman, and the legacy of Ron Wolf in shaping NFL teams. 

Plus, we'll dive into predictions on this year's Bears' draft picks and what is...


Feb 20, 2026

Businessman Rick Heidner says he can't sit on the sidelines any more. Heidner tells Thom Serafin, in an extended face-to-face interview, why he was compelled to seek the Republican nomination to be Illinois' next governor.
 
You'll hear Heidner's passion for guiding economic success and why family drives his approach...


Feb 12, 2026

In this episode, Bela Gandhi, founder of Smart Dating Academy, shares her journey from being a bad dater to becoming a dating coach. Lissa & Thom get schooled on the importance of understanding partner preferences, navigating dating apps, and the significance of emotional and intellectual connections in relationships.


Feb 9, 2026

There's nothing like some fresh fiscal wisdom as we dig into a new year. Ilyce Glink is back to enlighten Lissa & Thom on the landscape of personal finance. In this episode, we'll chat about precarious markets, the 30% increase in food costs, and what to do about the record-high volume of personal debt. 
 
Plus, you'll...