The Best Prom Ever

The Best Prom Ever

Author: Dan Proft May 18, 2026 Duration: 2:23:36

0:30 - Dr. Bill Cassidy concession speech

18:44 - Best prom ever in Markham

34:00 - LA Mayor's race

55:59 - Kill Tony George Floyd joke

01:12:07 - The Heritage Foundation’s Steven Bucci says it’s time for Donald Trump to “bring down the hammer” in Iran as patience for peace talks begins to wear thin.

01:31:14 - Why Dan Proft is Single 

01:49:25 - Dominic Green, columnist for The Washington Examiner & contributor to the Wall Street Journal, says witnessing both the pro-Palestinian and Unite the Kingdom rallies in London revealed an “alarming” contrast. Follow Dominic on X @DrDomincGreen

02:08:50 - Geoffrey Cain, author of The Perfect Police State, asks: Did Donald Trump and Xi Jinping get what they wanted? Geoffrey’s next book Steve Jobs in Exile: The Untold Story of NeXT and the Remaking of an American Visionary is available tomorrow 5/19!

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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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