From Heartland Signal and WCPT AM 820 (https://heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820/) in Chicago, here are featured interviews from "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" (weeknights from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.), a radio talk show devoted to covering the news of the day and connecting listeners with local leaders.
Patti Vasquez is a Chicago comedian, writer, actor, talk show host, consultant, advocate, and policy adviser. After achieving a degree in history from the University of Illinois, she set out to share her hilarious observations about how people behave, and stories about her second-generation Irish dad and Mexican immigrant mom. Patti has headlined in comedy clubs and colleges all over the U.S., Canada, and Europe, appeared on Nickelodeon, TBS, ABC, The Oprah Winfrey Network, and has a recurring role on NBC’s “Chicago Fire.” When her son Declan was born with a rare neurological disorder, Patti decided to take her communication and performance experience to launch her company “With Kind Words,” in which she helps medical professionals and educators communicate with compassion. For six years, Patti was the first Latina to host her own talk show on WGN Radio 720. In addition to her work as a performer and consultant, Patti began advocating for children and families throughout Illinois and helped restore funding for vital support services after massive cuts were made by former Governor Bruce Rauner. In 2020 she ran to be the state representative of the 19th District. She is now the health care and human services liaison and assistant policy adviser for Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza. Patti lives with her family on the Northwest Side of Chicago and continues to advocate for her community.
Patti Vasquez and guest co-host Ken Mejia-Beal are joined by Ed Bannon (https://edbannon.com/), 2026 candidate for Chicago School Board 1A.
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home (http://heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home)).
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21 Oct 2026
Coumba Kebe: WCPT 820 Candidate Interview
Patti Vasquez is joined by Coumba Kebe (https://www.kebeforindiana.com/), Democratic candidate for Indiana State treasurer.
The interview focused on Kebe’s candidacy and priorities for using the office to benefit Hoosiers. Here are a few highlights from the conversation:
- Kebe said her advocacy on Medicaid waiver cuts and long wait lists motivated her to run after elected officials ignored constituents’ concerns.
- She argued that Indiana’s long-standing Republican supermajority has limited debate and contributed to policy decisions disconnected from residents’ needs.
- She cited more than 19,000 people on Medicaid waiver wait lists, rural hospital and labor-and-delivery unit closures, and child care center closures as connected pressures on families and workforces.
- She described the treasurer’s role as managing and investing roughly $60 billion, and said the office could act faster to support communities and use its platform to advocate for better budget decisions.
- She emphasized expanding awareness of College 529 plans, including their use for trade schools and a 20 percent tax credit, and ABLE savings accounts for people with disabilities.
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20 Oct 2026
Jason Heaser: WCPT 820 Candidate Interview
Patti Vasquez and guest co-host Dan Schaefer are joined by Jason Heaser (https://www.heaserforhouse.com/), Democratic candidate for Minnesota House District 34A.
Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home (http://heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home)).
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Who has been a guest on Driving It Home With Patti Vasquez
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Michelle Velasquez
Dr Kristin Lyerly
Sara Haghdoosti
Travis Kennedy
Rick Geiser
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YouTube views
12,670
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Podcast Authority Score: 61 / 100
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Quality
81
Social presence
0
YouTube
76
Engagement
27
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