Happy 4th of July
Leading up to 4th, I’m reminded how blessed we are to call 🇺🇸 home. The American dream is such a gift… Recently we sat down with a veteran turned non-profit leader & heard how he’s not only living the dream yet also using his to help others!
ABOUT: Dion’s Chicago Dream is to create financial, physical, and emotional stability for Chicago’s residents by combating food insecurity while addressing food deserts in neighborhoods across the city. Dion’s Dream is to use nutritional philanthropy as a catalyst to build community and transform lives. As an idea born in the heart of Englewood to give back to the community that raised him, Dion’s initiative has expanded to assist residents in need in every Chicago neighborhood through the power of fresh, healthy food.
Whitney to speak at TEDX
YOUR STORY MATTERS- And so does mine!
For years my bio has read “challenging childhood” and coming up next month you’ll understand a little more on WHY. How do I tell stories, yet protect all its authors?! Both professional & personally.
SAVE THE DATE
JULY 24, 2023
ABOUT: Whitney to speak at TEDxWrigleyville July 24, 2023.
TEDxWrigleyville is the official winner of the 42th Telly awards for our 2020 production, Humanity, A View From Inside the Pandemic. TEDx is a grassroots initiative, created in the spirit of TED’s overall mission to research and discover “ideas worth spreading.” TEDx brings the spirit of TED to local communities around the globe through TEDx events. These events are organized by passionate individuals who seek to uncover new ideas and to share the latest research in their local areas that spark conversations in their communities. TEDx events include live speakers and recorded TED Talks, and are organized independently under a free license granted by TED. These events are not controlled by TED, but event organizers agree to abide by our format, and are offered guidelines for curation, speaker coaching, event organizing and more. They learn from us and from each other. More than 3000 events are now held annually.
Wendi McLendon Covey, COMING UP
Whitney sits down with Wendi McLendon-Covey and chats about her role on Disney and Pixar’s “Elemental.” The movie is an all-new, original feature film set in Element City, where fire-, water-, land- and air residents live together. Here's what's coming up- "WR: how do you hope your life story reads? Wendi McLendon-Covey : “Gosh I love that questions Whitney 😁. I hope people look at my story and say… alright, she had no encouragement and maybe I don’t have any, but that doesn’t mean I shouldn’t go forward…”
WISH LIST, The Gift of R & R!
Oasis Face Bar is all about taking the fluff out of your facial, and making you feel brand new using all natural products and cutting edge technology! Pair that with a treatment from Concierge Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery, and your look will be set for this holiday season.
Theraderm was determined to improve the health and mobility of patients recovering from skin-grafts. Whether you’re suffering from burns, discoloration, or dry skin, Theraderm products restore your skin while bringing out your natural beauty.
WISH LIST, Dr. Yates
Dr. William Yates is a recognized leader in the emerging field of hair loss and restoration treatments. With his years of medical experience and expertise, he developed a line of all-natural hair care products for all hair types. Your hair has never looked better than with Dr Yates MD Hair Care Products.
WISH LIST, Christkindl Market
The Christkindl market takes your family on a tour across Germany from right here in Chicago! Visit any of their three locations, open through the end of December. Check out www.christkindlmarket.com for more!
WISH LIST, Ronald McDonald House
The Dickerson’s baby was diagnosed with a condition that would leave him hospitalized for weeks after birth. As this family sat by their baby’s bedside, the Ronald McDonald house supported the Dickerson family from start to finish. The Ronald McDonald house of Chicago provides families undergoing illness and disease with food, laundry services, and community support. Supporters like Christine Marzullo make sure this house feels like a home.
WISH LIST, Kevin O'Connor
Kevin O’Connor is a local lawyer looking to provide guidance and opportunities to the children of underserved neighborhoods across Chicago through his local scholarship program.
WISH LIST, Joe Perillo + Timeless Gifts
Local entrepreneur Joe Perillo started out just trying to make it out of his violence-ridden neighborhood. He never planned on creating one of the largest luxury car dealerships in the city. Today, he strives to be a role model for kids whose neighborhoods mirror his childhood home. He hopes to pass on his wisdom and success by encouraging young Chicagoans to find their passions and pursue them.
WISH LIST STOP Fair Oaks Farms
We join the Price family as they discover joy and the gift of new memories this holiday season. We take them back to their roots on farm.
Together we discover how Fair Oaks Farms honors the agricultural community of America by teaching visitors about the love, care, and sustainability efforts that go into modern day farming. Feed your mind and feed your soul at Fair Oaks Farms.
Whitney Hits Daytime Chicago, Talking Wish List
Whitney brings her holiday cheer and gift guide to Daytime Chicago. Check it out to hear about the local gifts and experiences she’s most excited about this season!
WISH LIST HITS 12/10 ON WGN
SAVE THE DATE!!! Whitney’s Wish List is coming to WGN on December 10th at 10 AM!
Find out what made Whitney’s Wish List for 2022 on December 10th at 10 AM on WGN! Also save the date for Sunday 12/11 WISH LIST will be live at the Christkindl Market on the main stage at Daley Plaza!
SEASON FINALE- One Nation Under Grief
SEASON FINALE- One National Under Grief is a look at the Black Lives Matter Movement. We sit-down with a mothers who's sons were killed by a police officers. We also meet a black police officer who gives a look into why he joined the force. As you know, our show is rooted in hope and forward progress- We also have an expert attorney Kevin O'Connor who's devised a plan for real tangible change and we end the show we activist and civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson. THIS IS A MUST WATCH!
