It Feels So Empty Without Me

It Feels So Empty Without Me

Author: Dan Proft January 22, 2026 Duration: 2:24:06

0:30 - We want a piece of ice for world protection

13:40 - Trump on Europe: want them to succeed but they need to change course, destroying themselves

37:43 - Trump on Somali fraud, piracy

01:02:08 - Rich Lowry, editor of National Review and author of The Case for Nationalism, reviews Trump at Davos and pushes back hard on critics of ICE. Follow Rich on X @RichLowry

01:18:40 - Host of “The Futures Edge Podcast” and special contributor to Wirepoints, Jim Iuorio, on why deregulation matters—and why business owners need to know government has their backs. For podcast updates & more @JimIuorio

01:36:07 - Call to Maine's Bureau of Motor Vehicles...I have a Somali friend who needs a DL

01:55:35 - Director of the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, Roger Klein: After Decade of Drift, Trump Returns Health Agency to Core Mission

02:10:58 - Heather Mac Donald, Manhattan Institute fellow and author of When Race Trumps Merit, applauds Trump’s response to lawlessness as Rude but Right on Crime

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Each weekday morning, the conversation across Chicago's kitchens and commutes finds a focal point in Chicago's Morning Answer with Dan Proft. This isn't a curated slice of news, but a comprehensive look at the stories shaping the day, whether they originate in the corridors of power in Washington, the statehouse in Springfield, or the cultural shifts happening locally. Dan Proft, known for his sharp political analysis in Illinois, steers these discussions with a perspective that cuts through the noise. The podcast delivers the full, unfiltered experience of the live radio program, capturing the dynamic four-hour broadcast from 5 to 9 AM CT. Listeners hear a blend of timely interviews, candid commentary, and robust debate that spans politics, policy, and societal trends. It’s designed for those who want to start their day informed, not just with headlines, but with context and consequence. Tuning into this podcast means getting the essential information and analysis that defines the morning dialogue for countless Chicagoans, all centered on what matters most to the region and the nation.
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