CHICAGO (WLS) — Comedian, podcast host, and friend of the show Kevin Bozeman joined Val and Ryan for Host Chat.

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They discussed whether traveling with young kids is really a vacation for the parents! Catch Kevin’s podcast, “Boze Knows,” with new episodes weekly on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Englewood Barbie

Dr. Aleta Clark, known as Englewood Barbie, is a dedicated Chicago community organizer and founder of the nonprofit Hugs No Slugs.

Dr. Aleta Clark, known as Englewood Barbie, is a dedicated Chicago community organizer and founder of the nonprofit Hugs No Slugs. For a decade, Clark has been helping Chicagoans in need by feeding the unhoused, who she refers to as her friends, and hosting community events. For her hard work and dedication, Mayor Brandon Johnson is proclaiming Feb. 1 as “Englewood Barbie Day.” She speaks to Val and Ryan about this honor and how she found out about the news. For more on Aleta, follow her on social media @EnglewoodBarbie.

Potawatomi Casino Hotel

Just 90 minutes North of Chicago, Potawatomi Casino Hotel is a full entertainment destination!

Just 90 minutes north of Chicago, Potawatomi Casino Hotel is a full entertainment destination! Boasting luxury accommodations, award winning dining, and Las Vegas-style gaming all under one roof, Potawatomi is an ideal option for Chicago guests looking for a fun getaway. The casino-hotel features a diverse lineup of restaurants, including Dream Dance Steakhouse and its Asian concept, RuYi. Hotel guests experience spacious rooms, premium amenities, and skyline views that are just an elevator ride away from one of the largest and most dynamic gaming floors in the Midwest. Finally, the Potawatomi Sportsbook features a tennis court-sized screen and gameplay designed for both experienced betters and first-time visitors, with easy-to-use kiosks and the best bar food in Milwaukee. For more information on Potawatomi Casino Hotel, visit https://www.potawatomi.com/.

Spend or save

Film critic Richard Roeper reviews new movies and shows hitting theaters and streaming platforms this weekend.

Film critic Richard Roeper reviews new movies and shows hitting theaters and streaming platforms this weekend.

“Send Help” – SPEND
Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien star in the story of a woman who gets stranded with her overbearing boss on a deserted island.

“Moses the Black” – SPEND
Omar Epps and Corey Hendrix star in the story of a Chicago gang leader who is released from prison and tries to change his ways.

“Vanished” – SPEND
A new four-part streaming series with Kaley Cuoco. She plays an American woman in France who investigates the disappearance of her boyfriend during a romantic train trip.

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