May 22, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She also brought up the latest with the Chicago Public Schools closings and today's Chicago Board of Education vote on school closures. Published reports indicate at least four schools will not be shuttered and Barton Elementary School has been dropped from proposed turnaround list.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service about job opportunties with Selena Sizemore from the Chicago Urban League. Www.thechicagourbanleague.org 773-285-5800

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service about job opportunties with Selena Sizemore from the Chicago Urban League. Www.thechicagourbanleague.org 773-285-5800

10:39-10:49 Joel Bullock from University of Chicago Charter-Carter G. Woodson middle school called in to discuss his "Real Men Talk" weekly X-Block class for boys. The class focuses on boys and self-esteem.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Joel continued the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Perri, Joel and the listeners continued the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Perri, Joel and the listeners continued the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

May 21, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question about President Barack Obama's commencement speech at Morehouse. It opened the discussion for the hour.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion and WVON intern Donald Anderson joined Perri in the studio for the discussion. Donald is a recent college graduate.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri was joined in the studio by actors John Schneider, Palmer Williams and Patrice Lovely from two of Tyler Perry's new shows on the OWN Network. John stars in "The Haves and Have Nots," Palmer and Patrice star in "Love Thy Neighbor." The shows debut this month on OWN.

10:24-10:29 Perri, John, Palmer and Patrice continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the acting trio wrapped up the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Don Doty of the Georgia Doty medical center calls in to discuss Hepatitis and their upcoming event. Youth singer Yemi Marie also joins the conversation. This segment is part of Health Awareness Month. She's scheduled to perform.

11:07-11:19 Maxwell Says… Recent study shows women are getting married later than decades ago. Maxwell Billieon asks: Is this good or bad?

11:24-11:29 Maxwell Says… Recent study shows women are getting married later than decades ago. Maxwell Billieon asks: Is this good or bad?

11:39-11:49 Maxwell Says… Recent study shows women are getting married later than decades ago. Maxwell Billieon asks: Is this good or bad?

May 20, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the weekend listener poll results and today's poll questions. She also touched on today's headlines and a small recap of the Matt McGill Show this morning.

9:24-9:29 Perri provided an update on the CTA's Red Line Rehab project. This is the first business day since the project began yesterday. The Red Line is shut down for the next five months from 95th Street to Cermak. Barry Kelley, producing intern for Mark Wallace's The Peoples Show, called in to provide a real-time update.

9:39-9:49 Perri started the discussion about President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama's separate college commencement speeches at Morehouse and Spelman, respectively.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Barry Kelley provided another Red Line Rehab update. Trymaine Lee, journalist for MSNBC, called in to discuss his examination on the gun culture in the South. Trymaine's latest report focuses on gun violence being the highest in the South and Louisiana having the worst gun murder rate in the nation, according to a study released in April.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Trymaine and the callers continued the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Barry Kelley came in the studio to provide last CTA Red Line Rehab update for the Perri Small Show.

11:39-11:49 Perri briefly touched on radio host Pete Santilly's remarks about Hillary Clinton and him wanting her shot. She also brought up deportation issues.

May 17, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and this weekend's question. She then jumped into a discussion with Rhymefest about music BUYCOTTING instead of boycotting.

9:24-9:29 Perri, Rhymefest and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Rhymefest and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Rhymefest and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson called in to discuss her character Tasha Mack on BET's "The Game," her organization, Amazing Grace Conservatory and her upcoming independent film.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the show.

May 16, 2013
9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then mentioned recent headlines: Bryeon Hunter's body hasn't been officially ID'd and there's a funeral fund set up for him; a 19-year-old man has been charged in the New Orleans Mother's Day Parade shooting.
9:24-9:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion about the headlines.
9:39-9:49 Perri started the discussion about the outrage over the IRS/Tea Party audits, the no weapons of mass destruction found and how there was outrage over the NAACP.
9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.
10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the conversation. She then discussed the high school football player who blew a full ride to Michigan State University to focus on his rap career.
10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.
10:39-10:49 Perri and the callers wrapped up the conversation about the football player and Perri's taped interview with Judge Greg Mathis was played. The judge discussed his MENtoring MENistry initiative. MENtorship MENistry is a church-based preventive mentorship program geared toward providing positive mentoring relationships to teenaged boys with no fatherly presence living in single mother homes. Volunteer MENtors serve as male role models to help instill a sense of values and provide guidance to teens in need. www.askjudgemathis.com
10:53-10:59 Perri's taped interview with Judge Greg Mathis wrapped up.
11:07-11:19 Perri listened to caller feedback about the Judge Mathis interview.
11:24-11:29 Perri listened to caller feedback about the Judge Mathis interview.
11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Amity Paye (New York Amsterdam News) and James Wade III (Cleveland Call & Post).
11:53-11:59 Reporters Roundtable with Amity Paye (New York Amsterdam News) and James Wade III (Cleveland Call & Post).

May 15, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then jumped into the developing story about a toddler boy's body being found in the Des Plaines River. The body is believed to be of Bryeon Hunter, the Maywood toddler whose mother and her boyfriend were charged with his murder.

9:24-9:29 Perri played the Fox Chicago interview of Bryeon's maternal grandmother who believed her daughter, Bryeon's mother, is innocent. She said the boyfriend committed the crime and also beat Bryeon's mother.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service discussion with Cheapism.com Senior Editor Kara Reinhardt.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service discussion with Cheapism.com Senior Editor Kara Reinhardt.

10:39-10:49 Perri started the discussion about the City of Chicago having the Chicago Fire Department assist with safe passage during the new school year. Perri asks why the Cook County Sheriff's officers can't do it instead, and longer for the three weeks that's proposed for CFD.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Perri wrapped up the discussion and started the discussion about Jaden Smith seeking emancipation. His dad, Will Smith, isn't opposed to it. Jaden wants his own bachelor pad. The boy is 14.

May 14, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She also gave a recap of her appearance last night on WTTW's "Chicago Tonight." The segment focused on the evaluation of Mayor Rahm Emanuel's first two years in office.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Frances Robles of the New York Times called in to discuss her investigative story about 50 Brooklyn murder cases now under review because of alleged misconduct tactics by a homicide detective over a decade.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Frances continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri and Frances continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:39-11:49 CBS 2 Chicago investigative journalist Dave Sivini called in to discuss CTA crimes not being shared with the public. He did a piece on it last night.

May 13, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri started the discussion with veteran journalist Monroe Anderson about politics: Benghazi and Hillary Clinton's response; the IRS and Tea Party targeting, the New Orleans Mother's Day Parade shooting and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel saying he's going after another four years as mayor.

9:24-9:29 Perri, Monroe and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Monroe and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Monroe and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the callers continued the discussion about Emanuel wanting another term as mayor and how the black community should galvanize around the best candidate to effectively unseat Emanuel.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion about Emanuel wanting another term as mayor.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion about Emanuel wanting another term as mayor.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Dr. Bonnie Griffin, specializing in dentistry, joined Perri in the studio to discuss braces for adults and children. This segment is for WVON's Health Awareness Month.

May 10, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri talked about today's headlines and teased today's topics.

9:24-9:29 Perri touched on the death of Malcolm Shabazz, the grandson of Malcolm X. According to the New York Amsterdam News, he was killed Thursday in Mexico. Details are still developing.

9:39-9:49 Perri introducted the daily listener poll results and this weekend's question. She then started the discussion about the Jeff Bliss, a student at Duncanville Independent School District, Texas, scolded his history teacher Mrs. Phung. He's been lauded for his comments.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the conversation and she then touched on the 22-year-old Bronner twins named co-valedictorians at Spelman College.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the show and wished all the mothers a Happy Mother's Day.

May 9, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She also provided the latest on the Cleveland missing women's case.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the callers wrapped up the segment.

9:39-9:49 Ryan Nave of the Jackson Free Press called in to provide an update on William Manning's execution stay earlier this week in Mississippi. The Innocence Project are helping Manning's case in getting DNA evidence re-tested.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Nave wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Charmee Jones, Childrens Coordinator of the Residential Program for Family Rescue Inc., called in to discuss domestic violence and its toll on children.

10:24-10:29 Perri, Jones and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion. Perri then touched on U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk's desire to rope up a mass number of Chicago gang members to help bring down gang increasing gang violence.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Lauren Victoria Burke, Managing Editor of Politic365.com and the Crewof42 blog; and Bernal Smith, publisher of the Memphis Tri-State Defender.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Lauren Victoria Burke, Managing Editor of Politic365.com and the Crewof42 blog; and Bernal Smith, publisher of the Memphis Tri-State Defender.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Lauren Victoria Burke, Managing Editor of Politic365.com and the Crewof42 blog; and Bernal Smith, publisher of the Memphis Tri-State Defender.

May 8, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She gave an update on the Christopher Dorner case. Three people will share the $1M reward during the manhunt for California ex-police officer Dorner.

9:24-9:29 Perri then jumped into the conversation about the latest developments in the Cleveland missing women/Charles Ramsey.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service with Margaret Wooten & Pam Gilbert of the Chicago Urban League discussed foreclosure prevention and help.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service with Margaret Wooten & Pam Gilbert of the Chicago Urban League discussed foreclosure prevention and help.

10:39-10:49 Prof. Nancy Ditomaso called in to discuss her latest Op-Ed: How Social Networks Drive Black Unemployment.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the professor continued the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Perri wrapped up the discussion and started the health awareness segment on STDs. The Illinois Department of Public Health's Director Dr. Lamar Hasbrouk called in to discuss the latest figures on STDs and the fast growing age range for new cases, 15-24.

May 7, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then jumped right into the conversation about the three Cleveland women found alive after being missing for 10 years. Neighbor Charles Ramsey is being lauded as a hero to calling 911 and helping them get out.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the callers continued the conversation and how the story renews hope for families of those still missing. Particularly the local cases of Diamond and Tionda Bradley and Yasmine Acree.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the conversation and she also talked with Rose Starnes, the aunt of Yasmine Acree.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the callers continued the conversation and she also brought up the black limo driver who tried to save his passengers from the recent limo fire.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Maxwell Says… Adultery is illegal in more than 20 states. Should it be illegal at all?

11:24-11:29 Maxwell Says… Adultery is illegal in more than 20 states. Should it be illegal at all?

11:39-11:49 Maxwell Says… Adultery is illegal in more than 20 states. Should it be illegal at all?

May 6, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri provided an update on the Bryeon Hunter case: the Maywood toddlers body still hasn't been found. She then talked about Lil Wayne's letter to Emmett Till's family. She then discussed the daily listener poll results and today's question. Today's question is should children be allowed to visit incarcerated parents.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri then discussed Boston's city manager not wanting the Boston bombing suspect's body not be buried in the city.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:24-10:29 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Redneck Day at an Arizona high school recently caused quite a controversy. Student council members at an Arizona high school thought it would be fun to host a "redneck day" to build spirit leading up to prom week.

10:53-10:59 Perri briefly touched on the NRA's recent Youth Day.

11:07-11:19 Perri started the discussion about Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart's proposed gun-control ordinance.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 For Health Awareness Month, author George Cappannelli discussed aging well for baby boomers.

May 3, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and this weekend's question. She also teased today's topics.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Michaelaangela Davis discussed the recent launch of her Bury the Ratchet campaign. She wants to stomp out the negative image of women on reality television.

9:39-9:49 Perri recapped the mental health panel she sat on last night for the Society of Professional Journalists' Chicago Headline Club chapter.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

10:07-10:19 Syreeta Talber, founder and director of the Black American Princess School of Charm, came in the studio to discuss her program. BAP is aimed at embracing, educating and empowering girls in grades 8th-12th with the rules of etiquette and social grace. The school is an eight-week etiquette class that concludes with a formal "charm" ceremony officially presenting them to social life.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Talber wrapped up the segment.

10:39-10:49 Revered hair stylist and salon owner Lena Bena called in to discuss health hair for young girls and how young is too young for girls to wear weave.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

May 2, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She also teased the topics for today.

9:24-9:29 Perri started the discussion about today's poll question on what the listeners thought about the three additional suspects arrested in the Boston bombings.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri wrapped up the discussion and started the discussion about Bartow High School (Florida) student Kiera Wilmot getting arrested for a failed science experiment on school grounds. Her experiment exploded and the school had her arrested for the explosion. The states attorney has charged her with a felony. There's outrage that she should be charged with a felony and if Kiera was white or Asian, this would be a different story.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with New Orleans Tribune (Anitra Brown) and Milwaukee Community Journal (Thomas Mitchell).

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with New Orleans Tribune (Anitra Brown) and Milwaukee Community Journal (Thomas Mitchell).

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with New Orleans Tribune (Anitra Brown) and Milwaukee Community Journal (Thomas Mitchell).

May 1, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question, which led into the first discussion: The morning-after pill is now available without prescription and for girls ages 15 and older.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service about foreclosures and reverse mortgages with attorney William Delaney.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service about foreclosures and reverse mortgages with attorney William Delaney.

10:39-10:49 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service about foreclosures and reverse mortgages with attorney William Delaney.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Dorothy wrapped up the segment.

11:07-11:19 Perri talked about Mountain Dew's newest commercial featuring Felicia the Goat. Many say the commercial is controversial and is racist. It shows a police lineup of only black men and Felicia the Goat. The victim is a beat-up white woman being aided by a white law enforcement official. The goat's remarks during the lineup have been deemed as racist, offensive and stereotypical of blacks' behavior.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Dr. Blasé Polite of the University of Chicago joined Perri in the studio to discuss Colorectal Cancer.

April 30, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question, which led into the first discussion: Is it a big deal that NBA veteran Jason Collins came out the closet. Perri also briefly touched on news about black voter turnout rate passed whites in the last election; it was a first.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion about gay athletes coming out and homosexuality in general.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion about gay athletes coming out and homosexuality in general.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion about gay athletes coming out and homosexuality in general.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion about gay athletes coming out and homosexuality in general.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Community activist Geneva Scott called in to discuss her upcoming benefit for Cancer Research at Mercy Hospital.

10:53-10:59 Perri briefly touched back on the black voter turnout rate that passed whites in the last election; it was a first.

11:07-11:19 Maxwell Says… Why are black women viewed as angry? Resident Lifestyle Strategist Maxwell Billieon called in for his weekly segment.

11:24-11:29 Perri, Maxwell and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Perri, Maxwell and the listeners continued the conversation.

April 29, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the weekend listener poll results and today's question. She then discussed on air with Senior Executive Producer Kathy Chaney about her meeting Bryeon Hunter's paternal grandmother. Villa Hunter did express her thanks for WVON keeping the story about her grandson going. She was stunned to learn the news of his disappearance and the charges against the mother. There's been no update on his whereabouts. They continue to search each day for his body. She didn't know Bryeon and his mother moved to Maywood and the last time Bryeon's mother brought the baby to see her was in January.

9:24-9:29 Perri then talked about the Payton College Prep players (some of them) not wanting to travel to Brooks College Prep on the South Side for a sporting event.

9:39-9:49 Perri engaged in a co-parenting conversation with Dr. Dexter Voisin from the University of Chicago's School of Social Service Administration and Sheldon Smith, founder and program director of the Dovetail Project. They discussed the Satellite Saturday event at WVON studios this Saturday about this subject. "Getting Beyond the Drama: A candid conversation about co-parenting in the 21st Century." Perri will moderate the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Voisin and Smith continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri, Smith and the callers continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri, Smith and the callers continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri, Smith and the callers continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Smith wrapped up the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri introduced breaking news about Mayor Rahm Emanuel announcing a new parking meter deal. There will be free parking on Sundays, to start.

11:24-11:29 Perri introduced breaking news about NBA's Jason Collins of the Washington Wizards announcing he's gay. She also touched on Michael Jordan's recent nuptials.

11:39-11:49 Perri asked callers if Jordan's wedding was over the top. She also took comments about the new parking meter announcement.

April 26, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She touched on the need for the continued search for missing Maywood toddler Bryeon Hunter. His mother and her boyfriend were charged with his murder.

9:24-9:29 Perri then took comments about today's poll question on whether or not President Barack Obama and his family will return to his Kenwood home after his tenure is complete.

9:39-9:49 Aviation expert and activist Rufus Hunt joined Perri in the studio to discuss African-American aviation history and the programs available now for young aspiring aviationists.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Hunt wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Larvetta Loftin-Smith, founder of the Leading Ladies International Conference, joined Perri in the studio to discuss the conference that takes place tomorrow and National Stress Awareness Month. She said several studies have come to the same conclusion: women are feeling the pressures of stress more than their male counterparts. The purpose of the conference is to highlight unsung and sung women who share their personal stories to empower other women.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Larvetta wrapped up the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Comcast Cares Day is tomorrow. Jack Segal, vice president of public relations, and Deborah Marton, community relations manager for the greater Chicago region, called in to discuss Comcast Cares Day.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the show.

April 25, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then jumped into the conversation about some Chicago Public Schools students protesting yesterday to take the PSAE state test. Some refused and demonstrated outside the Board of Education. CPS Chief Executive Officer Barbara Byrd-Bennett issued a statement opposing the boycott and urged parents to support the testing.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Askia Muhammad (Final Call, based in D.C.) and Kendrick Marshall (Tulsa World).

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Askia Muhammad (Final Call, based in D.C.) and Kendrick Marshall (Tulsa World).

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Askia Muhammad (Final Call, based in D.C.) and Kendrick Marshall (Tulsa World).

April 24, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then jumped right into the discussion with Prof. Gloria J. Browne-Marshall about her latest column: America Needs a Truth Commission about Racism.

9:24-9:29 Perri, the professor and the listeners continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri, the professor and the listeners continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri, the professor and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri sort of continued the discussion about race relations and black-owned businesses.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Perri started the discussion about Rush Limbaugh's rant about the Boston bombing suspect and his comparing the suspect to Trayvon Martin.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

April 23, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri starts off with the daily listeners poll question. She then informs listeners that St. James church demolition has been postponed until May 1. And as a result of the Boston bombing and authorities ablitity to quickly capture the suspects due to surveillance  cameras, Perri asks listeners should there be more red & blues light survillence cameras placed around the city to help with the violence and crimes?

9:24-9:29 Surveillance camera discussion is continued.

9:39-9:49 Surveillance camera discussion is continued.

9:53-9:59 Surveillance camera discussion is continued.

10:07-10:19 Surveillance camera discussion is continued.

10:24-10:29 Surveillance camera discussion is continued.

10:39-10:49 Surveillance camera discussion is continued.

10:53-10:59 Surveillance camera discussion wrapped.

11:07-11:19 Maxwell Says…Is feminity dead? Is chivalry dead?

11:24-11:29 Perri continued her discussion with Maxwell.

11:39-11:49 Perri continued her discussion with Maxwell and celebrity stylist Pekela Riley joined the conversation.

April 22, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the weekend poll results and today's question. She then jumped into the main discussion for today, Bryeon Hunter.

9:24-9:29 Perri opened the communication about the weekend's update on Maywood toddler Bryeon Hunter. Prosecutors said his mother and her boyfriend killed the boy, stuff his body in a backpack and disposed of the body. His body has yet to be recovered. The backpack and the clothes he was reported last wearing were recovered.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

April 19, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. Perri gives an update on Boston bombing. One suspect dead the other remains on the run and the Boston town is on lockdown. She mentions the media's role in covering this event and providing false information concerning the Boston bombing suspects. 

9:24-9:29 Perri continues discuss with callers.

9:39-9:49 Perri mentions the news about the search for Bryeon Hunter, a 1 year old boy who went missing in Maywood Illinois. She continues take calls about the Boston bombing discussion. Andrea Zopp, president of the Chicago Urban League calls in to discuss the National Urban League's 2013 State of Black America Report that was recently released. 

9:53-9:59 Perri continues talking to Andrea Zopp and wraps up segment.

10:07-10:19 Perri contiuned to discuss and take calls about the Boston bombing.

10:24-10:29 Broadcasted live audio of MSNBC coverage of the Boston Bombing.

10:39-10:49 WVON's 50th Anniversary documentary airs on NBC/Channel 5 this Sunday. NBC's Art Norman calls in to discuss.

10:53-10:59 Segment wraps up.

11:07-11:19 The Perri Small Show was extended for another hour due to the continue coverage of the Boston Manhunt.

11:24-11:29 Perri continued coverage of the manhunt and also continued updates on the search for missing Maywood toddler B. Hunter. His parents are being questioned by Maywood police in connection with the boy's disappearance.

11:39-11:49 Perri discusses the missing Maywood toddler while waiting for updates about the Boston manhunt.

April 18, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. Perri mentions today's headlines: Medical marijuana passed in Illinois yesterday. Perri is joined in-studio with Tamberla Perry to discuss her new play which addresses overlooked black actresses in 1930's Hollywood. 

9:24-9:29 Perri continues the segment with Tamberla Perry.

9:39-9:49 Perri wraps up her discuss with actress Tamberla Perry.

9:53-9:59 Perri answers calls about President Obama's attempted to extend background checks for firearm purchases failed yesterday in the Senate.

10:07-10:19 Perri is joined in-studio to discuss a topic not widely discessed: Fertility for Colored Girls.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Rev. Stacey wrapped up the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri started discussion about the media's reference to race in the Boston Bombings coverage. She read the National Association of Black Journalists statement about the matter: The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) urges all news outlets to use extreme caution when reporting on the tragic events which occurred in Boston this week.

There have been various reports identifying a potential suspect as "a dark-skinned individual". This terminology is not only offensive, but also offers an incomplete picture of relevant facts about the potential person of interest's identity. When conveying information for the public good, and which can help law enforcement with the help of a vigilant public to keep the country safe, it's important that such facts be put into proper context.

NABJ in no way encourages censorship but does encourage news organizations to be responsible when reporting about race, to report on race only when relevant and a vital part of a story. Ultimately this helps to avoid mischaracterizations which might encourage potential bias or discrimination against a person or a group of people based on race or ethnicity.

As news organizations which seek to uphold the highest ethical standards it is important to exercise good judgment, to be cautious, to be mindful of bias, and sensitive to the perpetuation of stereotypes in the mass media.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the conversation and a few calls came in about the jazz playlist for today's show.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Manny Otiko (southern California) and Mike Green (southern Oregon)

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Manny Otiko (southern California) and Mike Green (southern Oregon)

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Manny Otiko (southern California) and Mike Green (southern Oregon)

April 17, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. Boston Marathan explosions update. She comments about the 8 year old vitcim Martin Richard who dead during the Boston marthon bombing. A picture of Martin is being spread via social media of Martin holding a sign he created, which reads, "No more huting people. Peac." Which was in response to the Trayvon Martin shooting. Perri Also announce that Jacoby passed.

9:24-9:29 Perri continues the discussion with callers.

9:39-9:49 Perri continues the discussion with callers.

9:53-9:59 Perri wraps up topic with callers.

10:07-10:19 Weekly Customer Service segment with CBS's Dorothy Tucker.

10:24-10:29 Weekly Customer Service segment with CBS's Dorothy Tucker.

10:39-10:49 Perri and Dorothy discussed the Boston bombings and Dorothy's recent report about it.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Dorothy wrapped up the discussion. Perri then played the trailer of PBS' doc about the Central Park Five.

11:07-11:19 Perri started the discussion about the Central Park Five documentary that aired last night on PBS. Perri asked whether or not Mayor Michael Bloomber will be the mayor to finally settle the civil suit. She also asked whether or not Donald Trump will put his pride aside and take out a full-page ad apologizing for calling for the teens' deaths when the crime occurred. Trump took out a full-page ad demanding the death penalty for the teens.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

April 16, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question, which coincided with the main topic for today: the Boston Marathon explosions.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation about who is to blame for the bombings at yesterday's Boston Marathon.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion. Perri also reminded everyone that today is the 50th anniversary of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s writing of the "Letter from Birmingham Jail."

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the Boston Marathon bombings conversation.

11:07-11:19 Maxwell Says… Should undocumented residents be allowed to marry for citizenship in America? Resident Lifestyle Strategist Maxwell Billieon poses the question to the Perri Small Show. Maxwell also gave his perspective on the Boston explosions.

11:24-11:29 Perri, Maxwell and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Perri, Maxwell and the listeners continued the conversation.

April 15, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the weekend poll results and today's question. She also mentioned today's headlines, including Chicago police warn resident in a Southwest Side neighborhood about a rash of attacks and robberies by a group of teenage girls; St. James Catholic Church set for demolition within the next week and Mayor Harold Washington's birthday is today. She also teased the topics of today's show.

9:24-9:29 Perri briefly discussed the vigilant teen girls.

9:39-9:49 Dr. Boyce Watkins called in to discuss his commentary about rapper DMX on OWN Network's "Iyanla: Fix My Life." DMX's camp said the show did more harm than good. Are these reality therapy shows the right venue or should it always be off camera?

9:53-9:59 Perri, Watkins and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri, Watkins and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri, La'Keisha and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri, La'Keisha and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri, La'Keisha and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Perri discussed the Philadelphia abortion doctor, Kermit Gosnell, currently on trial for allegedly performing illegal and particularly grisly late-term abortions. There's an uproar that it's received little media attention, especially nationally. Right-wing activists said the liberal media is purposely underreporting the story.

11:24-11:29 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Jackie Robinson "42" movie co-producer Darryl Pryor calls in to discuss the movie. The movie came in number 1 at the box office this weekend with $27.3 million. Perri also played audio from Chicago youth actor Dusan Brown's interview on the Cliff Kelley Show last Thursday.

April 12, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then teased today's show about the Jackie Robinson movie "42" that's in theaters today, Scary Movie 5, Peggy Riggins with 2nd Soulful Sundays and the weekly Maxwell Says… segment.

9:24-9:29 Rapper-actor Bow Wow called in to discuss Scary Movie 5 and his rap and acting career.

9:39-9:49 Perri discussed LL Cool J's appearance on Jay Leno last night. The rapper-actor explained his intentions for "Accidental Racist." Maxwell Billieon joined the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri, the listeners and Maxwell continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri, the listeners and Maxwell continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri, Maxwell and the listeners wrapped up the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Peggy Riggins joined Perri in the studio to promote 2nd Soulful Sundays with Soul Purpose.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Peggy wrapped up the discussion.

April 11, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then started the discussion about the recent indictment of the Rev. Jeremiah Wright's daughter Jeri. Jeri Wright was indicted on fraud charges. Perri asked if the pending prosecution is overzealous?

9:24-9:29 Perri and the listeners continue the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continue the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continue the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners continue the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

10:39-10:49 HuffPostLive's Marc Lamont Hill said Condoleeza Rice should be ashamed of herself for accepting the Augusta Nationals invite to join the exclusive golf club that has an apparent racist history.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with the Portland Skanner and Cleveland Call & Post.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with the Portland Skanner and Cleveland Call & Post.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with the Portland Skanner and Cleveland Call & Post.

April 10, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She announced newly-elected U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (2nd-Dist.) will be sworn in tomorrow. She then started the discussion about Soft Sheen founder Ed Gardner's continued quest to fight for more minority contractors on jobs in the African-American community. This round he specifically targeted projects in relation to the CPS closings.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service talked with the Chicago Tribune's Problem Solver Jon Yates about fighting parking tickets and other city tickets.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service talked with the Chicago Tribune's Problem Solver Jon Yates about fighting parking tickets and other city tickets.

10:39-10:49 Perri and AARP Illinois' Ryan Gruenenfelder discussed President Barack Obama's planned budget cuts and how it directly affects medicaid, medicare and social security.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Ryan and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri, Ryan and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 Perri, Ryan and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

April 9, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then urged the constituents of the 2nd Congressional District to go to the polls today to cast a vote for their preferred candidate to replaced disgraced former Cong. Jesse Jackson Jr.

9:24-9:29 Perri then teased the topics for today's discussions and began the first discussion about the late British Prime Minister Margaret "Iron Lady" Thatcher and her impact. Also Perri discussed some resistance from Black Britains about Thatcher.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and award-winning Oakland, Calif.-based journalist Davey D discussed the recent controversy surrounding rapper LL Cool J and country singer Brad Paisley's song the "Accidental Racist."

10:24-10:29 Perri, Davey and the callers continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri, Davey and the callers continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Davey and the callers continued the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Perri and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

April 8, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily poll results and today's question. She then caught up with Chicago Tribune columnist Clarence Page about the weekend's political headlines.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Clarence wrapped up the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Jay-Z and Beyonce have received resistance from political leaders and others about their recent trip to Cuba. Perri and the listeners discussed whether or not it's a big deal.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the callers wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 The William Strickland story has gotten more bizarre. His wife has also been charged with his murder fro allegedly hiring their grandson, of the same name, to fatally shoot the grandfather who was on his way to dialysis early one morning.

11:24-11:29 Perri wrapped up the segment.

11:39-11:49 The Chicago Urban League employment segment has a new host.

April 5, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question about whether or not women are ready to be in the NBA. Matt McGill joined her in the studio to discuss.

9:24-9:29 Perri, Matt and the callers continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Matt and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Matt and the callers continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri, the callers and Executive Producer Kathy Chaney wrapped up the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri began the discussion about the petition against Rick Ross. Some radio stations have removed Rick Ross and Lil Wayne from their playlists. Reebox is also reevaluating their partnership with Rick Ross. Rick Ross has given what he says amounts to an apology.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the callers wrapped up the discussion.

April 4, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then teased the next segment with the Southern Poverty Law Center.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the callers wrapped up the segment.

9:39-9:49 Perri and Mark Potok, Senior Fellow for the Southern Poverty Law Center, called in to discuss his latest Intelligence Reports on hate, extremism, patriots and guns.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Potok and the callers wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri started the discussion about the 45th anniversary of the assassination of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. She also talked about the progress Memphis has made since King gave his last speech April 3, 1968 in Memphis about unionized labor.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Chicago native and actor-director Robert Townsend called in to discuss his latest project(s) and his visit home this weekend to celebrate WVON's 50th anniversary.

11:24-11:29 Perri and Townsend wrapped up the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Houston Forward Times and Atlanta Daily World.

April 3, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then jumped into a brief discussion about the poll question about the Rutgers University coach and the video leaked to the media about his tirades against the players.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Bob Johnson of RLJ Companies and founder of Black Entertainment Television called in to discuss the recent polls he commissioned about the state of African Americans. One of the polls asked the question: Who speaks for African Americans.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Johnson wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service talked about consumers rights against debt collectors.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service talked about consumers rights against debt collectors.

10:39-10:49 St. James Catholic Church parishoners joined Perri in the studio to discussed the proposed closing of the South Side church for property development.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the parishoners continued the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the parishoners continued the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the parishoners wrapped up the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Perri talked about the Atlanta Public School scandal.

April 2, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question which started this hour's discussion. Should parents face fines for their children being involved in the mob attacks? Perri mentioned an article by a True Star Jr. student about teen social media groups spurring some of the violence.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the listeners continue the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continue the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continue the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion and also touched on the death of William Strickland, the grandfather who was fatally shot on his way to dialysis treatment. He was allegedly killed by his grandson, of the same name.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri started discussion about white supremacy and assault weapons. She touched on the murder of the Colorodo warden and the Texas D.A. and his wife.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Maxwell Says… Happily Ever After: Can a man be with one woman forever-ever?

11:24-11:29 Maxwell Says… Happily Ever After: Can a man be with one woman forever-ever?

11:39-11:49 Maxwell Says… Happily Ever After: Can a man be with one woman forever-ever?

March 29, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then began her conversation with this week's Living Legend, veteran journalist and media entrepreneur Lynn Norment.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Lynn discuss her journalism background, career accomplishments and the launch of her media company.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Lynn and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Lynn wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri started the discussion about today's poll question, whether or not the indictment count for one of the defendants in the Hadiya Pendleton case is excessive. One of the defendants is charged with more than 140 counts of first degree murder.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers discussed the issue.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the segment and told listeners she'll be personally taking calls on Monday for ticket sales to WVON's 50th Anniversary Gala.

March 28, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then was joined by Prof. Gloria J. Brown-Marshall to discuss the latest with the Supreme Court actions dealing with same-sex marriage.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Prof. Brown-Marshall continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Prof. Brown-Marshall and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Prof. Brown-Marshall and the listeners wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri took two additional callers on the last segment then introduced the in-studio guest Yemi Marie. She's an emerging teen music artist who has an anti-bullying song and an upcoming school tour to promote anti-bullying. WVON's Jr. Intern Avery Bolden joined in studio.

10:24-10:29 Perri, Yemi Marie and Avery continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri, Yemi Marie and Avery continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Yemi Marie wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Cloves Campbell Jr., publisher of the Arizona Informant and Richard Muhammad, Editor of the Final Call.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Cloves Campbell Jr., publisher of the Arizona Informant and Richard Muhammad, Editor of the Final Call.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Cloves Campbell Jr., publisher of the Arizona Informant and Richard Muhammad, Editor of the Final Call.

March 27, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then touched briefly on the update on the teens who killed the toddler in Georgia. She then jumped into the discussion about Chicago Public Schools closings and the protest scheduled for this afternoon.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers were joined by Chicago Sun-Times columnist Mark Brown to discuss his latest column on the closings.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Brown and the callers continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Maxwell Says… Maxwell Billieon called in for his weekly relationship segment. This week's discussion was about reverse sexual harassment. Women who dominate men.

11:24-11:29 Perri, Maxwell and the callers continued the discussion.

11:39-11:49. Perri, Maxwell and the callers continued the discussion.

March 26, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then teased the breakdown for today's show and jumped right into the discussion about whether or not Todd Stroger should make a comeback to fill Cook County Commissioner William Beavers seat.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri, Rhymefest and his teenage son Solomon discussed rapper Rick Ross' date rape lyrics that's stirred up national attention. Perri also played audio of hip hop activist-journalist Rosa Clemente's video response to Rick Ross. Solomon said rape is wrong but in some instances he can see where the victim should bear some blame. Perri also read a column that said boys should be raised to resist the rape culture.

10:24-10:29 Perri, Rhymefest, Solomon and the callers continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri, Rhymefest, Solomon and the callers continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Rhymefest, Solomon and the callers continued the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri, Rhymefest, Solomon and the callers continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 Perri, Rhymefest, Solomon and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

11:39-11:49. Perri asked the listeners if they heard last night's part one of two of Harper H.S. series on This American Life. It was produced by WBEZ and played on WVON. Part two airs tonight on WVON at 6 p.m. during the Cliff Kelley Show.

March 25, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then teased headlines from the weekend and today.

9:24-9:29 Perri then started the discussion about education, standardized testing and New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg's statement regarding NY education. Bloomberg said about children of color: life's not fair, get over it.

9:39-9:49 Perri and Jones continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Jones and the callers continued the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the callers continued the discussion. Twelve-year-old Avery Bolden joined Perri in the studio to continue the education discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri, Avery and the callers continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri, Avery and the callers continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Avery and the callers continued the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Perri, Avery and the callers continued the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Perri and Avery wrapped up the conversation.

11:39-11:49. Perri talked with journalist Ben Calhoun of WBEZ and This American Life about WBEZ's Harper High School series about life at the South Side high school. The series is scheduled to air today and tomorrow at 6 p.m. on the Cliff Kelley Show.

March 22, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then discussed introduced her in-studio Living Legend for Women’s History Month, former Ald. Dorothy Tillman (3^rd).

9:24-9:29 Perri and Tillman discussed Tillman’s history in the Civil Rights Movement and her advocacy for public schools in Chicago, especially Mollison Elementary School in Bronzeville. They also discussed the recent news of Chicago Public Schools announcing they’re closing more than 50 schools at the end of the 2012-2013 school year.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Tillman and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Tillman and the callers continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri, Tillman and the callers continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri, Tillman and the callers continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri, Tillman and the callers continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Tillman and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

March 21, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then discussed today's headlines including the shooting inside Mr. G.'s Supper Club and the closing of about 50 Chicago Public Schools.

9:24-9:29 Brandon Johnson, Chicago Teachers Union's Chair of the Black Caucus, called in to discuss the reported 50 school closings.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Brandon and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Brandon and the callers continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri, Brandon and the callers continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri, Brandon and the callers continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri touched back on the Mr. G.'s shooting.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Bernal Smith II of the Memphis Tri-State Defender and Ron Childs, Executive Editor of the Chicago Defender.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Bernal Smith II of the Memphis Tri-State Defender and Ron Childs, Executive Editor of the Chicago Defender.

11:39-11:49. Reporters Roundtable with Bernal Smith II of the Memphis Tri-State Defender and Ron Childs, Executive Editor of the Chicago Defender.

March 20, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She was then joined by Chicago Public Schools CEO Barbara Byrd-Bennett to discuss the new support procedures put in place for students who may be put in other schools as a result of the proposed school closings.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Byrd-Bennett continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service discussed a proposed law to prohibit retailers from asking for customers' zip codes.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service discussed a proposed law to prohibit retailers from asking for customers' zip codes.

10:39-10:49 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri started the discussion about diversity in the media in the wake of actress Jada Pinkett Smith's question on whether or not white women should grace the cover of black magazines.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

11:39-11:49. Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

March 19, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. Bomani Obadele joined Perri in the studio to discuss the popularity of the drug termed Molly. The discussion is about the music artists popularizing the drug and kids thinking it's cool.

9:24-9:29 Perri, Bomani and the callers continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Bomani and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Bomani and the callers continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri, Bomani and the callers continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Bomani wrapped up the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Perri started the discussion about a Washington, D.C. pastor and his husband, the 1st gentleman of the church celebrating the church's third anniversary. Perri posed the question if the talk about same sex marriage should be extended to clergy.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:39-11:49. Kevin Gordon of Camp Kupigani called in to discuss summer camp options for girls and boys.

March 18, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then jumped into a conversation with journalist Monroe Anderson about CPAC, Gov. Chris Christie and Obama's cabinet.

9:24-9:29 Perri, Monroe and the callers continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Monroe and the callers continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 In the wake of Perri's absence due to being ill last week, she introduced a segment called "Off My Chest" to talk about all the things in the news she couldn't discuss on air last week. Part of the discussion was about the fatal shooting of infant Jonylah Watkins.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

11:39-11:49. Perri and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

March 15, 2013

9:07-9:19 Che "Rhymefest" Smith filled in for Perri Small. Rhymefest introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. He then jumped into the conversation with author and national thought leader Chris Rabb.

9:24-9:29 Rhymefest, Chris and the callers continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Rhymefest, Chris and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Rhymefest and Chris wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Rhymefest introduced this week's Women's History Month Living Legend Tamika Mallory.

10:24-10:29 Rhymefest, Tamika and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Rhymefest engaged the listeners in a discussion about rap music's negative effect.

10:53-10:59 Rhymefest and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

March 14, 2013

9:07-9:19 Che "Rhymefest" Smith guest hosted for Perri Small. The newly appointed 7th Ward Ald. Natashia Holmes joined Rhymefest in the studio to introduce herself to the listeners.

9:24-9:29 Rhymefest and Ald. Holmes continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Rhymefest, Ald. Holmes and the callers wrapped up the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Rhymefest began the conversation about judging a book by its cover. Can a person's ethnic hairstyle and visible tattoos, basically their overall appearance, actually reveal what you could expect from them before sitting down to get to know them.

10:07-10:19 Rhymefest and the callers continued the conversation.

10:24-10:29 Rhymefest and the callers continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Rhymefest and the callers continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Rhymefest and the callers wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Oakland, Calif.-based journalist Davey D. and Michael Skolnik, Editor-in-Chief of GlobalGrind.com.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Oakland, Calif.-based journalist Davey D. and Michael Skolnik, Editor-in-Chief of GlobalGrind.com.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Oakland, Calif.-based journalist Davey D. and Michael Skolnik, Editor-in-Chief of GlobalGrind.com.

March 13, 2013

9:07-9:19 Che "Rhymefest" Smith guest hosted the Perri Small Show. He introduced the daily poll results and today's question. He then jumped into the conversation about whether or not President Barack Obama should pardon boxing heavyweight champion Jack Johnson.

9:24-9:29 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Rhymefest wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service discussed with Steve Bernas of the Better Business Bureau about e-receipts.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service discussed with Steve Bernas of the Better Business Bureau about e-receipts.

10:39-10:49 Rhymefest started the discussion about the City of Chicago's dependence on borrowed funds to pay off the city's police brutality settlements.

10:53-10:59 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

March 12, 2013

9:07-9:19 Che "Rhymfest" Smith guest hosted for Perri Small today. He introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. He then jumped into the conversation about the death of six-month-old Jonylah Watkins, who was fatally shot during a driveby yesterday in Chicago. Her father was changing her diaper in the front seat of the family's van when someone pulled up and opened fire. Police said the father was the apparent intended target.

9:24-9:29 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Rhymefest and the callers continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Rhymefest and the callers wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Maxwell Billieon continued his weekly "Maxwell Says.." segment. This week's discussion "Is Marriage Out of Style?"

11:24-11:29 Rhymefest, Maxwell and the callers continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Rhymefest, Maxwell and the callers continued the conversation.

March 11, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then touched on today's headlines, including Susan Rice reportedly being the frontrunner for National Security Advisor; ex-Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick's verdict to be announced later this morning and Cook County Board Commissioner William Beavers goes on trial today for tax evasion.

9:24-9:29 Perri opened the discussion about Beavers and his alleged misuse of nearly $300,000 in campaign funds and failing to file taxes for a certain length of time. Beavers' attorney said Beavers repaid the money. Beavers said he was targeted for refusing to wear a wire against John Daley. If convicted he could face up to three years in prison.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Disgraced former Detroit mayor Kwame Kilpatrick was convicted of racketeering conspiracy charge. Perri and the callers discussed the verdict. Perri also read the live blog from Detroit Free Press' Jim Schaefer. She also widened the discussion to include other politicians committing similar acts.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri talked about Coopertown, Tenn. Chief of Police Shane Sullivan wants all applicants to take a polygraph test. After a series of problems that included a police officer using a racial slur, the new chief Sullivan is trying to clean up the department's image. The polygraph will ask whether the person has ever viewed child pornography or committed a racially-motivated crime. It also asks about criminal history, work history or possible drug or alcohol abuse.

11:24-11:29 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

11:39-11:49 There's another reality show coming our way. Lifetime debuts "Preachers Daughters." In a promo for the first episode you'll see some of the daughters displaying questionable behavior and one of the pastors prays his daughter doesn't end up a porn star.  Perri discussed the show.

March 8, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and this weekend's question. She then jumped right into this week's Women's Living Legend, HIV/AIDS activist Rae Lewis-Thornton.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Rae continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri and Rae continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Rae wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Garrard McClendon, PhD joined Perri in the studio to discuss his recent vlog about his support of a mandatory eight-year sentence for illegal gun possession.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Garrard wrapped up the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Peggy Riggins joined Perri in the studio to discuss this month's Soulful 2nd Sundays with Soul Purpose.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the segment and mentioned tomorrow's 2013 Park Advocacy Conference at the South Shore Cultural Center. The free conference is from 8:30 a.m - 2 p.m. A Security Summit on park safety will be held during the last hour of the conference from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

March 7, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then piggybacked on a discussion started on the Matt McGill Morning Show about City of Chicago Treasurer Stephanie Neely's Op-Ed in the Chicago Tribune about Stop and Frisk. Audio from Neely's interview with Matt was played throughout the segment.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Thomas Mitchell of the Milwaukee Community Journal and Brandon Perry of the Indianapolis Recorder.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Thomas Mitchell of the Milwaukee Community Journal and Brandon Perry of the Indianapolis Recorder.

11:39-11:49 Author Sabrina Lamb discusses her new book "Do I Look Like an ATM?"

March 6, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question about the death of Venezualan President Hugo Chavez.

9:24-9:29 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

9:39-9:49 The controversial death of Clarksdale, Miss. Mayoral candidate Marco McMillian. McMillian, an openly-gay candidate, was recently murdered and his family wants his death ruled a hate crime. Mississippi Law doesn't recognize sexual orientation as a qualifier for a hate crime. Clarion-Ledger investigative reporter Emily Le Coz called in to discuss the latest with the case.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service. Dorothy talked with Commissioner Rosemary Krimbel of the Chicago Dept. of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection about tax season and consumer's bill of rights when going to tax preparers.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service. Dorothy talked with Commissioner Rosemary Krimbel of the Chicago Dept. of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection about tax season and consumer's bill of rights when going to tax preparers.

10:39-10:49 Perri asked was there a moral and ethical delimma in a nurse's refusal to perform CPR on a dying elderly woman at an independent living facility in Bakersfield, Calif.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Twelve people were charged with manslaughter in the hazing death of Florida A&M University's band leader Robert Champion. Angie Meus, Editor-in-Chief of the Famuan, along with Nolan McCaskill, Famuan Copy Desk Chief and Morgan Culler, Famuan Deputy Sports Editor, called in to discuss the case and how it's affecting the campus.

March 5, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She also touched on today's headlines. She then opened the conversation about Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich admitting in an interview that Conservatives were out of touch.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Matt Helms, City Hall Reporter for the Detroit Free Press, called in to discuss Detroit's fiscal woes.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Helms continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri, Helms and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Helms wrapped up the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Maxwell Says… segment. Maxwell Billieon discussed with Perri role reversal. Women are the new men when it comes to relationships.

11:24-11:29 Perri, Maxwell and the listeners continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Perri, Maxwell and the listeners continued the conversation.

March 4, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then started the discussion about the sequestration/budget cuts and journalist Clarence Page joined the discussion.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Clarence wrapped up the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri talked briefly about Chicago's homicide numbers being down in February. Piggybacking on Matt's discussion this morning about the topic, she asked was the rate drop due to effective policing?

9:53-9:59 Perri and the callers wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Tamika Mallory, Executive National Director for the National Action Network called in to discuss yesterday's 48th anniversary of the Bloody Sunday march in Selma, Alabama. Mallory and hundreds of others re-walked the steps of the nearly 600 who marched March 7, 1965. NAN's Chicago chapter head Maureen Forte called in to let the listeners know there was a huge Chicago presence at the march.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Mallory wrapped up the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri started the conversation about the sequestration/budget cuts to the mental health in relation to the recent story about a man who dismembered his mother and posed for photos with some of her body parts. Published reports stated he was schizophrenic.

10:53-10:59 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the callers wrapped up the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Dr. Daniel Johnson of the University of Chicago, who deals with pediatric infectious diseases, called in to discuss the baby who was born with HIV but was apparently cured through aggressive treatment.

March 1, 2013

9:07-9:19 Daily listener poll results and today's poll question. Today's headlines. Perri and WVON President Melody Spann-Cooper kick off Women's History Month as your hosts for today. They dynamic duo opens the discussion about the state of black-owned radio stations. The number is dwindling down. They mentioned First Lady Michelle Obama's popularity in her position. Are we seeing or hearing too much from her outside her "Let's Move" and military families initiatives? Some think so. Perri and Melody also discussed the history of WVON and how it's sustained for 50 years. Melody also discussed the importance of advertisers supporting the radio station.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Melody continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri and Melody continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Melody continued the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and Melody continued the conversation.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Melody were joined by WVON's news anchor David Martin IV, who is on assignment in Columbus, Ohio. David gave an update on a sporting event he's hosting. He also talked about the importance of WVON in other states.

10:39-10:49 Perri and Melody continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Melody wrapped up the discussion.

February 28, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She started discussion with Prof. Gloria J. Brown-Marshall about the Voting Rights Act being challenged in the Supreme Court yesterday.

9:24-9:29 Perri, Brown-Marshall and the callers continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Brown-Marshall and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Brown-Marshall and the callers continued the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri and Brown-Marshall wrapped up the segment. Perri then discussed the Pope's resignation that went into effect today.

10:24-10:29 Perri continued the segment.

10:39-10:49 Perri continued the segment.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Amity Paye of the New York Amsterdam News and Roger Clendening of the Denver Weekly News.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Amity Paye of the New York Amsterdam News and Roger Clendening of the Denver Weekly News.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Roger Clendening of the Denver Weekly News.

February 27, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. Perri then jumped to Robin Kelly's victory to get the Democratic nod to succeed Jesse Jackson Jr. Journalist Clarence Page joined Perri on the discussion.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Clarence discussed politics and the sequester.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service talks about CTA fare cards. Charles Paidock is the guest.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service talks about CTA fare cards. Charles Paidock is the guest.

10:39-10:49 Vehicle owners may not just be subjected to tickets to be eligible for the Denver boot. Ill. State Sen. Ira Silverstein introduced SB36, Civ Pro-Vehicle Immobilization, to have delinquent water bills and court fees added to the list to be eligible to get a boot. Perri discussed the outrage with the callers. She gave out Silverstein's contact information to sound off. Springfield: 217-782-5500; 8th District office: 773-743-5015.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

February 26, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She said the polls are open for the Special Election to replace Jesse Jackson Jr. in the 2nd Congressional District. Election officials expect a very low turnout, less than 20 percent. Perri also mentioned today is the one-year anniversary of Trayvon Martin's death. Many across the nation are marking the anniversary by wearing hoodies to school and work.

9:24-9:29 Segment wrapped.

9:39-9:49 Perri talked about conceal and carry. Ill. Dem. House Speaker Michael Madigan is scheduled to hold a debate today to assess where members are about allowing carry concealed firearms and where they should not be permitted in the state.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the callers wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Nicole Harris was freed from prison after her conviction was overturned. Harris was sentenced and served almost eight years for strangling her four-year-old son. Her older son as kept from testifying on his mother's behalf that the death was a tragic accident. Perri discussed the case with the callers.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the callers wrapped up the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Maxwell Says… segment with author-relationship expert Maxwell Billieon. Billieon asked, "Should black women date white men?" He said there aren't enough black men for women to have and Chicago tops the list of black women dating/marrying white men.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Billieon and the callers continued the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri, Billieon and the callers continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 Perri, Billieon and the callers continued the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Perri, Billieon and the callers continued the conversation.

February 25, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question: IN THE WAKE OF THE SOUTHWEST SIDE MALL MELEE, ARE CHICAGO YOUTH OUT OF CONTROL? Callers weighed in on the conversation and Perri brought her Executive Producer Kathy Chaney in to discuss. Kathy took a few of her True Star journalism students to the mall to interview R&B boy group Mindless Behavior before their scheduled Meet and Greet at the mall. The crowd of Mindless Behavior fans and their parents started to gather at the mall at 8 a.m. The MB appearance was scheduled for 2 p.m. The melee occurred after MB's appearance.

9:24-9:29 Perri wrapped up the segment.

9:39-9:49 Perri informed listeners about an online petition to get The Onion newspaper to make a public retraction about its vile tweet sent out last night (that's now deleted) about 9-year-old Oscar nominee Qvenzhane' Wallis. The satirical newspaper called Wallis a c*nt, the female body part. Reaction on Twitter was all outrage about The Onion going after a child. There's nothing funny about it.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

10:07-10:19 Derrick Johnson, president of the Mississippi NAACP branch called in to discuss the Voting Rights Act of 1965 that will be challenged in the Supreme Court this Wednesday.

10:24-10:29 Perri wrapped up the segment.

10:39-10:49 Published reports state Dr. Wayne Watson has stepped down as the president of Chicago State University. He'll take a one-year administrative sabbatical and retire at year's end. Perri talked about Watson's accomplishments and wished him continued success.

10:53-10:59 Perri jumped back on Quvenzhane' Wallis and petition against The Onion to make a public retraction.

11:07-11:19 Perri talked about this past weekend's Nation of Islam's Founders Day. The Honorable Louis Farrakhan's message centered on materialism.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the callers wrapped up the segment.

11:39-11:49 Perri asked if Fantasia is being too sensitive about Jet magazine using a 10-year-old photo of her on their current issue. The singer said she sent current PR photos of her for usage, yet, Jet chose to go with an old photo. Jet explained the photo sent for consideration was too ornate and her face was obstructed. They chose a shot consistent with all other cover shots, those that were clean, beauty shots.

February 22, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then jumped into this week's Living Legend: Herb Kent.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Herb Kent talked about his tenure at WVON-AM/1690 and how the "Wahoo Man" was created.

9:39-9:49 Perri jumped into today's daily listener poll question about who will watch this year's Academy Awards and how blacks are featured on different talent entertainment shows.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Actor Dule' Hill, co-star of USA Network's "Psych" show called in to discuss his visit to Chicago yesterday and today. Hill is part of the network's national tour to heighten the awareness of the need to erase hate in the world. It's part of the USA Network's Characters Unite campaign. Joining Hill downtown today for the event were students from Hirsch Metro High Schoo.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Hill wrapped up the conversation.

10:39-10:49 Gallery owner and curator Andre Guichard of Gallery Guichard called in to discuss the opening of a new exhibit tonight by the works of nationally-renowned artist Danny Campbell. Perri then talked with Maisha Wynn about her upcoming Living to Wynn Lifestyle Series.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Wynn wrapped up the segment.

February 21, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question, which led to the segment of the hour, the Jacksons.

9:24-9:29 Perri opened the discussion about Jesse Jr. and Sandi pleading guilty in federal court yesterday. They are scheduled to be sentenced in late June.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Is criticism warranted at multi-award winning music artist, reality star and entrepreneur Kandi Burruss over her making a gospel song with Marvin Sapp, while at the same time having a sex toy line? Perri asked the listeners.

10:24-10:29 Kandi Burruss called in to discuss why she made the song and how she has no regrets.

10:39-10:49 Perri and Kandi continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Kandi and the listeners wrapped up the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Othor Cain of the Mississippi Link and Christian Morrow of the New Pittsburgh Courier.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Othor Cain of the Mississippi Link and Christian Morrow of the New Pittsburgh Courier.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Othor Cain of the Mississippi Link and Christian Morrow of the New Pittsburgh Courier.

February 20, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. Former Chicago mayor Richard M. Daley turns focus toward Gary, Ind. and strikes up a partnership with Gary Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson, leveraging students and money raised by the University of Chicago's Harris School of Public Policy.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service segment focused on Integrys and ComEd. Guest was Citizens Utility Board representative Jim Chilsen.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service segment focused on Integrys and ComEd. Guest was Citizens Utility Board representative Jim Chilsen.

10:39-10:49 Maxwell Says…segment. Perri and author-relationship expert Maxwell Billieon discuss his new book and why men cheat.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Billieon and the callers continued the conversation.

11:07-11:19 Perri, Billieon and the callers continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 Perri and Billieon wrapped the conversation.

11:39-11:49 InHue Magazine founder Marissa Evans talks to Perri about why she founded the online magazine featuring health issues for women of color.

February 19, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's poll question. She then teased today's topics, including a discussion about the movie "India of K-Town" and the recent candidate forums for the 2nd Congressional District.

9:24-9:29 Segment wrapped.

9:39-9:49 Vice President of External Affairs Roderick Hawkins of the Chicago Urban League called in to discuss CUL's Black History Month screening of "India of K-Town." The movie is a story of a 17-year-old high school senior struggling to overcome a devastating past. An adoptee being raised with her twin sisters, by their 72-year-old mother in Chicago's K-Town on the West Side, she struggles with many issues, but her outlook on life is dramatically changed when she asks one of Chicago's top clothing designers to maker her prom gown.

9:53-9:59 Segment wrapped.

10:07-10:19 Perri recapped yesterday's AARP-sponsored 2nd Congressional District candidates forum that she co-moderated. The special election is next Tuesday, Feb. 26.

10:24-10:29 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

February 18, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then introduced her live line and in-studio journalism guests -- Clarence Page (live line) and Monroe Anderson (in studio) -- for today to discuss all things political: Jesse Jr./Sandi, etc.

9:24-9:29 Perri, Page and Anderson continued the conversation.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Page and Anderson continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Page and Anderson continued the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri, Anderson and the callers continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri, Anderson and the callers continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri, Anderson and the callers continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Anderson wrapped up the political segment.

11:07-11:19 Perri discusses the white airplane passenger who allegedly slapped  a baby and called him the N-word. The man was arrested, said he'd plead not guilty and was subsequently suspended from his job. Audio was played from NBC-affiliate KARE 11 in Minneapolis-St. Paul.

11:24-11:29 Segment continued with caller responses.

11:39-11:49 Segment wrapped with caller responses.

February 15, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and this weekend's question. She touched on the idea of a new Pope from a different ethnicity. Perri then introduced this week's Black History Month's Living Legend: Ret. Col. Eugene Scott.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Ret. U.S. Army Col. Eugene Scott discussed his history and military career.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Scott and callers continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Scott wrapped up the segment.

10:07-10:19 AARP Illinois State Director Bob Gallo and Faith-Based volunteer Beverly Moore came in studio to discuss with Perri the upcoming AARP-sponsored 2nd Congressional District debate co-moderated by Perri. They also discussed what AARP offers.

10:24-10:29 Perri, Gallo and Moore wrapped up the segment.

10:39-10:49 Jimilita Tillman, executive director of the Harold Washington Cultural Center, was in studio with Perri to discuss Broadway in Bronzeville. Stage plays at the HWCC, especially this weekend's Black History Month play, "Imitation of Life." Perri will host WVON night tonight for the opening night of the play. This week is also Theater Week in Chicago. The HWCC will also be featured on WLS-TV's "Heart & Soul" program this weekend, along with WVON-AM/1690.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Tillman wrapped up the segment.

February 14, 2013

9:07-9:19 Daily listener poll results and today’s poll question. Today’s headlines, including South African Paralympian charged with murder of his girlfriend. President Barack Obama to speak Friday at Hyde Park Academy.

9:24-9:29 Perri provided an update on the Emmett Till/Lil Wayne lyric controversy. Epic music pulled the unauthorized remix of Future's "Karate Chop" song featuring some lyrics by Lil Wayne. The lyrics made a derogatory sexual reference to Till. L.A. Reid said the song had been leaked without his knowledge and he hadn't heard the lyrics. It was originally scheduled for release this weekend. Reid has apologized to the Till-Mobley family. Lil Wayne nor anyone in his camp has commented.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the conversation and Airickca Gordon-Taylor, heir of Mamie Till-Mobley, joined the conversation. Gordon-Taylor was on Perri's show yesterday about the matter.

9:53-9:59 Callers continued to weigh in.

10:07-10:19 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri provided an update about Christopher Dorner that tied in with today's poll question. Perri asked the listeners who they think burned up the place Dorner was holed up. Was it the LAPD or was it Dorner?

10:39-10:49 Callers weighed in on the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Anitra Brown of the New Orleans Tribune and Jeffrey Boney with the Houston Forward Times.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Anitra Brown of the New Orleans Tribune and Jeffrey Boney with the Houston Forward Times.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Anitra Brown of the New Orleans Tribune and Jeffrey Boney with the Houston Forward Times wrapped up and Perri introduced author Maxwell Billieon for the next segment.

February 13, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then teased today's show and Matt McGill joined her in the studio to discuss the latest about Christopher Dorner.

9:24-9:29 Callers weighed in on the discuss with Perri and Matt about Dorner, with many agreeing with Dorner's actions and calling him a modern-day Nat Turner or Django.

9:39-9:49 Perri, Matt and the listeners continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's  Customer Service segment focused on website coding education. Guest was Mike McGee of The Starter League.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's  Customer Service segment focused on website coding education.

10:39-10:49 Investigative journalist Keith Beauchamp and Martinez Sutton, the brother of slain Rekia Boyd, called in to discuss tonight's installment of Beauchamp's Injustice Files on the ID Channel. Beauchamp's 'Hood of Suspicion' delves into a couple of cases, including Rekia Boyd's murder. She was fatally shot by Chicago police. Sutton said the officer who killed his sister asked for a hug after some time passed. Sutton obliged because he wanted to hear first-hand, from the officer, what happened the night that led up to the officer killing his sister and wounding a man who was with Rekia.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Beauchamp and Sutton continued the conversation about Rekia's case and the show.

11:07-11:19 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Perri thanked a loyal listener for sending her a bouquet of flowers. She read the card that read in part: You make three hours out of my 14-hour shift more pleasant each day. You do so much for the community, I just wanted to take time to pay it forward.

11:39-11:49 Airickca Gordon-Taylor, family representative for Mamie Till Mobley, called in to discuss the family's disgust toward rapper Lil Wayne's use of Emmett Till's name in the remix of the song "Karate Chop" by rapper Future.

February 12, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then jumped right into the update on the Hadiya Pendleton murder case. Two men were charged yesterday with the murder and are due in bond court today. Pendleton's parents will attend tonight's State of the Union address as First Lady Michelle Obama's guests. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago police Supt. Garry McCarthy announced need for mandatory time for gun crimes.

9:24-9:29 Perri then steered the conversation about recapping WVON's forum, Trouble in our House, last night on Chicago's gun violence.

9:39-9:49 Callers weighed in on the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Callers weighed in on the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion. She also mentioned the Cook County Board of Commissioners pass a new gun ordinance last week that will take effect in August. The decision comes in the wake of shootings that have shaken the nation. The ordinance requires gun owners to report the transfer, destruction, loss or theft of guns to the sheriff within 48 hours, or risk a fine of up to $2,000.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 An African-American family contends a white character at Disneyland refused to touch their son during a vacation trip. Perri asked if African Americans are too hyper-sensitive about race or are we right on target? Audio of a news clip involving the family was played.

11:24-11:29 Callers weighed in on the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Callers weighed in on the conversation.

February 11, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then talked about today's headlines, including the Pope resigning. Perri teased the rest of the show and immediately jumped into the topic of Hadiya Pendleton's funeral and President Barack Obama's scheduled visit to Chicago this Friday. Among items he'll touch on is gun violence.

9:24-9:29 Segment continued with caller responses.

9:39-9:49 Segment continued with caller responses.

9:53-9:59 Segment continued with caller responses.

10:07-10:19 Segment continued with caller responses.

10:24-10:29 Perri wrapped up the segment about Hadiya Pendleton's funeral, POTUS coming to Chicago this week and Chicago violence.

10:39-10:49 Author Anthony Stanford discussed with Perri his book Homophobia in the Black Church.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Stanford continued the discussion about the topic.

11:07-11:19 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Perri and Stanford wrapped up the conversation.

February 8, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and this weekend's question. She then talked about today's headlines, including an update on former Los Angeles police officer and Navy Reserve officer Christopher Jordan Dorner who threatened to target law enforcement officers because he was terminated more than four years ago. He's fatally shot several people. Perri also teased today's Living Legend: Walter Massey.

9:24-9:29 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

9:39-9:49 This week's Black History Month's Living Legend Walter Massey, president of the School of the Arts Institute, calls in and discusses his career and accomplishments with Perri.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Massey discussed his life's work.

10:07-10:19 Massey continued to enlighten the WVON listeners.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Massey wrapped up the segment.

10:39-10:49 "The People's Court" Judge Milian was Perri's in-studio guest.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Milian wrapped up the segment.

February 7, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. Perri mentioned today is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. She then mentioned today's headlines, mainly the alleged plea deal to include significant prison time and his wife Sandi Jackson allegedly stating he threw her under the bus.

9:24-9:29 Callers weighed in on the Jackson family saga.

9:39-9:49 Callers weighed in on the Jackson family saga.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

10:07-10:19 Perri and Chicago Teachers Union President Karen Lewis discussed recent outrage by parents and teachers over the notion of students being over tested in regards to standardized testing.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Lewis continued the discuss and callers weighed in.

10:39-10:49 Callers continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Oakland, Calif.-based journalist Davey D and James Wright of the Washington Informer.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Oakland, Calif.-based journalist Davey D and James Wright of the Washington Informer.

11:39-11:49. Reporters Roundtable with Oakland, Calif.-based journalist Davey D and James Wright of the Washington Informer.

February 6, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's poll question. She then jumped right into interviewing super model and reality television star Cynthia Bailey about her beauty secrets and the relationship book she penned with her husband Peter Thomas.

9:24-9:29 Perri wrapped up the conversation and started the discussion about gun violence.

9:39-9:49 Callers weighed in on the topic.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service centered on Valentine's Day.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service centered on Valentine's Day.

10:39-10:49 James Wade III of the Cleveland Call & Post called in to give the latest update up on the Cleveland police/137 shots case.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Wade wrapped up the segment.

11:07-11:19 Perri had a discussion with the Rev. Dr. Tasha Brown of Galewood Community United Church of Christ (co-chapter leader of Mothers in Charge), Carolyn Champion (co-chapter leader of Mothers in Charge) and Shirley Chambers. Champion lost her son Cortez Champion to gun violence in November 2011. Chambers lost all four of her children to gun violence. The last child was buried last Monday.

11:24-11:29 Perri, Brown, Champion and Chambers talked about the mission of Mothers in Charge, a support group for mothers of slain children.

11:39-11:49 Perri wrapped up the conversation with the women and let callers weigh in.

February 5, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then introduced author-artist Sister Soulja. Sister Soulja has a new book on the shelves: A Deeper Love Inside: The Porsche Santiaga Story.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Sister Soulja continued the discussion about her new book and also touched on the subject of Chicago's gun violence.

9:39-9:49 Perri continued the discussion about gun violence and the audio from Harry  Belafonte's speech at the NAACP Image Awards. While Belafonte accepted the 2013 Spingarn Award, he talked about gun violence.

9:53-9:59 Callers weighed in and Perri played more audio from Belafonte's speech.

10:07-10:19 Eugene Kane, columnist for Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, penned a column Sunday about 'white privilege' "Teach kids the real story about race." Kane discussed with Perri the inspiration behind the column, Delavan-Darien High School. The school became the subject of a national furor recently after complaints from white parents about a curriculum that taught students about the history of white poeple as "oppressors" of nonwhite minorities.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Kane continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Callers weighed in on the conversation.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 David Peterson, president of the A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum, informed Perri and the listeners about the museum's new program that uses history and the arts to reach youth and stem the wave of violence.

11:24-11:29 Perri and Peterson continued the discussion about the museum and the pilot program called Museum 44 Where Hip Hop Meets History. It was named in honor of the 44th president, Barack Obama.

11:39-11:49 Perri started discussion about today's daily listener poll question: Should rogue police officers indicted for crimes and misconduct be denied bail? She also talked about Chicago police Supt. Garry McCarthy’s statement about going after small crimes to deter larger crimes.

February 4, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She teased today's topics and callers wanted to continue the conversation from the Matt McGill Show about Beyonce's performance at the Super Bowl.

9:24-9:29 Perri and callers continued the conversation about Beyonce's performance and outfit for the Super Bowl. Callers largely said her outfit was appropriate and a few said it wasn't condusive for a family-friendly television event.

9:39-9:49 Perri wrapped up the discussion about Beyonce/Super Bowl and started the discussion about senior voters and if they're manipulated by elected officials with free turkeys and other "favors."

9:53-9:59 Perri told the story about a visit with her senior aunt this weekend and her aunt's reasoning for voting for a specific candidate. Perri posed the question about senior manipulation. Callers flooded the lines to comment.

10:07-10:19 Caller weighed in on the discussion, agreeing with Perri. She then explained residents who were in the 6th Ward but remapped out to the 9th Ward, may not still be in the 1st Congressional District. It's time to find out if they need to show up at the polls for the special election.

10:24-10:29 Perri continued to take callers on the subject and asked voters, formerly of the 6th Ward now of the 9th Ward, to get their voter registration cards out to find out if they are now in the 2nd Congressional District.

10:39-10:49 Perri and Jim Allen of the Chicago Board of Elections discussed how to find out which congressional district 6th Ward and 9th Ward residents are now in.

10:53-10:59 Perri discussed today's poll question on whether or not President Barack Obama should attend Hadiya Pendleton's funeral this Saturday.

11:07-11:19 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the callers continued the conversation about gun violence and whether or not President Obama should attend Hadiya's funeral.

11:39-11:49 Perri wrapped up the discussion.

February 1, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and this weekend's question. She touched briefly on today's headlines and introduced the first weekly feature for Black History Month, Living Legends.

9:24-9:29 Perri introduced the revered Chicago historian Professor Timuel Black as this week's featured Living Legend.

9:39-9:49 Perri and Black discussed the history of Black Chicago and Black's experience growing up. Perri specifically asked about education.

9:53-9:59 Black touched on his military history and callers weighed in.

10:07-10:19 Black talked about the history of the Bronzeville community.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Black wrapped up the Living Legends feature.

10:39-10:49 Veronica of F.L.Y. (Fearless Leading by the Youth) called in to discuss today's protest outside of the University of Chicago hospital about the lack of trauma centers on the South Side. The protest, dubbed Flowers for the Fallen, is one of many that have taken place outside the hospital in recent months.  Domestic law attorney Marcellus Moore Jr. also called in to talk about his new show that will debut on WVON this Sunday about family law.

10:53-10:59 Perri mentioned the reward for information leading to the arrest of the killer of 15-year-old Hadiya Pendleton has increased to $30,000. Also, Bishop Lance Davis called in to remind the community about the one-year anniversary vigil for slain Stephon Watts. Watts was fatally by Calumet City police.

Jan. 31, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She also mentioned today's headlines and jumped into the discussion of gun violence in Chicago. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago police Supt. Garry McCarthy announced they'll reassign 200 cops currently on desk duty to street patrols. Perri asked if it was a good idea and she tied it to the next segment: the death of Hadiya Pendleton.

9:24-9:29 Perri said the culture of violence worsens each day and introduced the guest for the next segment, La'Keisha Gray-Sewell of Girls Like Me, Inc. Project.

9:39-9:49 Perri and La'Keisha Gray-Sewell discussed her latest blog post asking how many Hadiya Pendleton's have to die in order to get a Sandy Hook response. Audio of a PSA Hadiya recorded about gang violence when she was in 6th grade was also played.

9:53-9:59 Perri and La'Keisha wrapped the segment as callers weighed in.

10:07-10:19 While La'Keisha ended her portion of the segment, callers continued to weigh in.

10:24-10:29 Multi award-winning Gospel duo Mary Mary called in to discuss their latest projects and their upcoming performance today at Rainbow/PUSH's National Wall Street Summit in New York.

10:39-10:49 Dalane and Stephon Watts, parents of slain Stephon Watts, called in to discuss the one-year anniversary of their son's death (2/1/12). Watts, who had Aspergers Syndrome, was fatally shot by Calumet City Police because he wielded a butter knife and wouldn't drop it. Watts was on the steps of the family's basement and cops were several feet away in the basement.

10:53-10:59 Perri and the Watts wrapped the segment.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Kendrick Marshall (Tulsa World) and Richard Muhammad (Final Call)

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Kendrick Marshall (Tulsa World) and Richard Muhammad (Final Call)

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Kendrick Marshall (Tulsa World) and Richard Muhammad (Final Call)

Jan. 30, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She also talked about Texas woman Kimberly McCarthy's execution stay at the 11th hour. Next on tap was the fatal shooting of 15-year-old Hadiya Pendleton, who was innocent victim near King College Prep yesterday.

9:24-9:29 Perri continued the discussion about Chicago's gun violence and tabled the discussion until the 11 a.m. hour.

9:39-9:49 Dr. Steve Perry joined Perri to discuss the cancellation of his TV One show "Save My Son," despite petition efforts to keep the show on the air. Perry's show was nominated for an NAACP Image Award.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Dr. Perry continued the conversation and also discussed Chicago's gun violence.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service segment talked about bedbug infestations.

10:24-10:29 Customer Service continued

10:39-10:49 Customer Service continued

10:53-10:59 Customer Service wrapped up.

11:07-11:19 Perri picked back up the conversation about Hadiya Pendleton and the state of Chicago's gun violence.

11:24-11:29 Perri and Executive Producer Kathy Chaney, who knew Hadiya from the True Star Foundation journalism program, discussed who Hadiya was and how parents are fearful of their kids enjoying basic freedom such as playing outside in the park or traveling to and from school.

11:39-11:49 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

Jan. 29, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's poll question. She jumped into the topic of welfare recipients and proposed restrictions on them: banning them from playing the lottery, proposing benefits are limited to a maximum of two children and kids must maintain good grades. Do you agree?

9:24-9:29 Perri continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Callers weighed in.

9:53-9:59 Callers weighed in.

10:07-10:19 Listeners continued the conversation.

10:24-10:29 Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri reiterated the big announcement first heard on the Matt McGill Show. WVON will have a huge celebration for its 50th anniversary. The celebration will take place at the Chicago Theatre, featuring Toni Braxton. Tickets for the star-studded event go on sale Feb. 1.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the information about WVON and its 50-year history and teased the topic for the next hour: Kimberly McCarthy execution.

11:07-11:19 Perri talked about the Texas woman, Kimberly McCarthy, who will be executed today for a heinous crime in 1997. The discussion sparked a larger conversation about the death penalty.

11:24-11:29 Callers weighed in.

11:39-11:49 The listeners and Perri continued the discussion

Jan. 28, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She teased the topics of today's show and began the discussion with author-activist Michael Fosberg about his lineage. Fosberg lived as a white man until he discovered in his 30s his father was black.

9:24-9:29 Fosberg told Perri he was raised in a Chicago suburb by his Armenian-American mother and his adoptive stepfather. At age 34 he sought out his biological father and it was revealed his father was black. He tells his story in his memoir and play "Incognito: An American Odyssey of Race and Self-Discovery."

9:39-9:49 Perri and Fosberg continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Fosberg, Perri and the listeners wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri began the discussion of the Milwaukee County Sheriff urging residents to arm themselves. In case there's trouble at their homes, residents need to protect themselves until the police arrive. Perri asked listeners if they agreed.

10:24-10:29 Perri's question about the Milwaukee County Sheriff's plea to resident tied into the next segment of Chicagoan Shirley Chambers who just lost her fourth, and final, child to gun violence.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the listeners discussed Chambers' tragedy and re-raised the question Matt McGill raised on his show today: Should law-abiding citizens have the right to bear arms to protect themselves.

10:53-10:59 The segment continued with caller responses

11:07-11:19 The segment continued with caller responses

11:24-11:29 The segment continued with caller responses

11:39-11:49 Callers continued to weigh in and said law-abiding citizens should be allowed to purchase firearms for personal safety.

Jan. 25, 2013

9:07-9:19 Dr. Chandra Gill filled in for Perri Small. Gill briefly touched on the latest headlines and reminded listeners today is the last day to apply online for the 7th Ward aldermanic seat vacated by Sandi Jackson.

9:24-9:29 Gill asked the listeners what qualities should the right candidate possess to lead the ward.

9:39-9:49 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Gill and the listeners wrapped up the conversation.

10:07-10:19 Dr. Boyce Watkins and Etan Thomas, former NBA player-author-poet-activist, joined Gill in the studio to discuss the Fatherhood panel taking place tomorrow at Trinity United Church of Christ. The Rev. Otis Moss III will moderate the panel. Panelists: Dr. Boyce Watkins, Bobby Simmons (NBA), Etan Thomas, Scoop Jackson (sports journalist), J. Ivy (artist) and Rhymefest.

10:24-10:29 Gill, Watkins and Thomas continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Watkins and Thomas gave final thoughts about the conversation and asked all to come to the panel.

Jan. 24, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then jumped right into the conversation about Chicago Public Schools suspending the boys basketball head coaches at Simeon and Morgan Park high schools for unsportsman-like behavior at their recent match-up.

9:24-9:29 Perri agreed with CPS Chief Executive Officer Barbara Byrd-Bennett's decision to suspend the coaches and said they should set the example at all times in front of their players.

9:39-9:49 Callers weighed in on the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the callers wrapped up the discussion.

10:07-10:19 The Pentagon lifting the ban on women in combat was the focus of the second hour of the Perri Small Show.

10:24-10:29 Callers weighed in on the discussion and audio from Tammy Duckworth's comments to the media was highlighted.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the listeners continued the conversation.

10:53-10:59 The discussion wrapped up.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with James Wade III of the Cleveland Call & Post and Glenn Reedus of the Chicago Crusader.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with James Wade III of the Cleveland Call & Post and Glenn Reedus of the Chicago Crusader.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with James Wade III of the Cleveland Call & Post and Glenn Reedus of the Chicago Crusader.

Jan. 23, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's poll question. She then started the discussion about Tavis Smiley's recent criticism of President Barack Obama. Smiley said the president is a "good down payment" of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream, but not far the dream. Perri asked if there's truth to Smiley's assessment, or, is he way off base.

9:24-9:29 Callers, including some from out-of-state, weighed in on the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the segment about Smiley's commentary on Sunday about President Obama.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service segment focused on getting high school students ready for college applications and various programs available to enhance their chances to get into highly-acclaimed colleges and universities.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service segment focused on flu medicine recommendations, as told to her by a physician.

10:39-10:49 City of Chicago attorneys expected today to ask the state Supreme Court to reinstate the convictions of the owners of the E2 nightclub where a stampede inside the club in 2003 killed 21 people and injured several dozen. Perri asked listeners whether or not they agreed with the city asking to reinstate the convictions.

10:53-10:59 Listeners shared their opinions, largely agreeing with the city's request. Perri disagreed.

11:07-11:19 Perri and the callers continued the conversation.

11:24-11:29 More callers weighed in.

11:39-11:49 Perri and the callers wrapped up the conversation.

Jan. 22, 2013

9:07-9:19 Dr. Chandra Gill filled in for Perri Small. Gill recapped the 57th Presidential Inauguration and started the discussion: As President Barack Obama's second and last term is officially underway, what should black Americans expect in the next four years?

9:24-9:29 Gill continued the discussion and callers weighed in.

9:39-9:49 More callers weighed in.

9:53-9:59 Gill continued the discussion and callers weighed in.

10:07-10:19 Dr. Boyce Watkins joined the discussion with Gill and the listeners.

10:24-10:29 Gill, Watkins and callers continued the conversation.

10:39-10:49 More callers continued to weigh in.

10:53-10:59 Gill, Watkins and callers wrapped up the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Will the school-to-prison become a stark reality if schools hire more police in the wake of increased mass shootings, especially at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn. Gill posed the question and was joined by Washington, Ill. School District 308 Supt. Jim Dunnan and James Eichner, Managing Director of the Advancement Project to discuss.

11:24-11:29 Gill, Dunnan and Eichner wrapped up the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Callers weighed in on today's topics.

Jan. 21, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily poll results and introduced today's question. She then asked listeners how they spent the MLK Day of Service yesterday.

9:24-9:29 Perri talked briefly about WVON's Inauguration Party tonight and how she would be the anchor for today's live coverage of the inauguration ceremony.

9:39-9:49 Perri and callers discussed MLK and President Barack Obama.

9:53-9:59 Callers continued to weigh in as WVON gears up to carry live the 57th Presidential Inauguration.

10:07-10:19 WVON broadcasted live the 57th Presidential Inauguration uninterrupted.

10:24-10:29 WVON broadcasted live the 57th Presidential Inauguration uninterrupted.

10:39-10:49 WVON broadcasted live the 57th Presidential Inauguration uninterrupted.

10:53-10:59 WVON broadcasted live the 57th Presidential Inauguration uninterrupted.

11:07-11:19 WVON broadcasted live the 57th Presidential Inauguration uninterrupted.

11:24-11:29 WVON broadcasted live the 57th Presidential Inauguration uninterrupted.

11:39-11:49 Perri recapped the inauguration ceremony, took calls and talked with Pam Hudson of the Chicago Urban League.

Jan. 18, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and this weekend's poll question. She opened conversation about the post-game fatal shooting on the grounds of Chicago State University. The basketball game was between Simeon and Morgan Park. Perri asked what could be done about these unwarranted school rivalries that result in violence.

9:24-9:29 Perri discussed the latest with the post-game violence. Cyber-bullying occurred yesterday during school hours between students at Morgan Park and Simeon. Morgan Park's basketball team had to be escorted by security to and from school because of death threats received. Callers weighed in.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the callers discussed possible solutions to the violence.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

10:07-10:19 Roslyn Daniels, founder and publisher of new website BlackHealthMatters.com and Kendra Lee, editor of the website, discussed the new site with Perri.

10:24-10:29 Perri, Daniels and Lee continued the discussion and callers weighed in.

10:39-10:49 More callers weighed in and Perri wrapped up the segment.

10:53-10:59 Perri briefly discussed another incident involving someone pushing another person onto train tracks.

Jan. 17, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. Perri briefly touched on today's headlines, including the fatal shooting outside a high school basketball game at Chicago State University.

9:24-9:29 CNN's Drew Griffin's report last night about an update in the Johnny Lee Butts murder case in Panola County, Miss. Was played. Panola County D.A. refused to charged the teen charged with Butts' murder a hate crime.

9:39-9:49 Perri played the rest of the report and discussed the case with Derrick Johnson, president of the NAACP's Panola County branch.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Johnson wrapped up the segment and callers weighed in.

10:07-10:19 Abraham Bolden, the first African-American Secret Service agent on White House detail (President Kennedy) discussed with Perri his experience, his book "The Echo from Dealey Plaza" and the state of safety for the president today.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Bolden continued the discussion about his background and racism he experienced while on the job.

10:39-10:49 Callers weighed in on the discussion with Perri and Bolden. Bolden also took questions.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Bolden wrapped up the segment. Bolden said callers can connect with him via email: a.bolden@sbcglobal.net.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Kevin McNeir of the Miami Times and Herbert White of The Charlotte Post.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Kevin McNeir of the Miami Times and Herbert White of The Charlotte Post.

11:39-11:49 Perri opened the discussion about the safety of the First Family in light of the gun control policy and talks of needing a Gun Appreciation Day. Callers weighed in.

Jan. 16, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's poll question. She then introduced Bonnie Boswell, the niece of Whitney Young, talked about her film "Powerbroker: Whitney Young and Civil Rights" that'll debut on PBS on Feb. 15.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Boswell discussed Young and his legacy.

9:39-9:49 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Boswell wrapped up the segment and Boswell mentioned her advanced screening of the film this week at the DuSable Museum.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service segment about online degrees.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service segment about online degrees.

10:39-10:49 Sabrina Lamb called in to discuss her successful petition to get the Oxygen Network to cancel rapper Shawty Lo's reality show.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Lamb continued the discussion about disparaging images on reality TV.

11:07-11:19 WVON-AM/1690 broadcasted live President Barack Obama's news conference on gun control policy.

11:24-11:29 Alton Logan, exonerated man who sued the City of Chicago for Chicago police misconduct relating to former commander Jon Burge, was in the studio to discuss his $10M settlement from the city.

11:39-11:49 Logan told Perri and the listeners about his time behind bars and what the settlement means to him.

Jan. 15, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She also teased today's headlines (two of the Chicago Police Department's misconduct cases may reach settlement of more than $30M collectively and the Oxygen Network cancels rapper Shawty Lo's reality show) and today's show topics.

9:24-9:29 Segment wrapped.

9:39-9:49 Actress and volunteer ambassador Keisha Knight Pulliam discussed her partnership with Allstate in honoring the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on his birthday by encouraging others across the nation to volunteer in their communities on MLK Day, Jan. 21, which is also Inauguration Day. Allstate's Give Back Day program features a hero from Chicago, Jackie Lomax of Girls 4 Science. Keisha also talked about her foundation, Kamp Kizzy.

9:53-9:59 Perri mentioned U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas breaking his silence after many years. She also touched on a viral photo on social media of a boyfriend with a gun to his girlfriend's head.

10:07-10:19 Ald. Sandi Jackson's resignation is effective today. Perri asked who would best represent the residents of the 7th Ward. She also read the editorial from this weekend's Chicago Tribune.

10:24-10:29 Former 3rd Ward Ald. Dorothy Tillman joined the discussion about aldermanic appointments/successions/special elections.

10:39-10:49 Perri, Tillman and callers continued the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped the segment.

11:07-11:19 Rapper-activist Che "Rhymefest" Smith talks about his reunion with his father after more than 20 years. 

11:24-11:29 Rhymefest detailed the emotional reunion between he and his father.

11:39-11:49 Rhymefest also talked about their first family dinner at his home, reuniting his father with Rhymefest's mother and how a therapist was invited to attend the dinner with the family. Callers also weighed in and shared their similar stories.

Jan. 14, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily poll results and today's poll question. The discussion with Bishop Larry Trotter and attorney Tom Raines discuss the Wild Hare's lawsuit claims of discrimination against the reggae club on Chicago's North Side.

9:24-9:29 Perri, Trotter and Raines explained the significance of the Wild Hare club over the decades and the lawsuit. Callers also weighed in.

9:39-9:49 Callers continued to weigh in and Sean Howard, spokesman for Bishop Trotter joined the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Howard and Raines wrapped up their portion of the segment while she took more callers' comments.

10:07-10:19 While waiting for the live news conference by President Barack Obama, Perri gave her closing thoughts about the Wild Hare and the lawsuit.

10:24-10:29 Perri teased topics expected to be discussed by President Obama during his last news conference of his first term.

10:39-10:49 WVON-AM/1690 broadcasted live President Obama's news conference.

10:53-10:59 WVON-AM/1690 broadcasted live President Obama's news conference.

11:07-11:19 WVON-AM/1690 broadcasted live President Obama's news conference. Perri then broke away and started a recap of the news conference.

11:24-11:29 Perri began discussion about the recent gang rapes in the news: India and a 15-year-old special needs girl in New York.

11:39-11:49 Perri continued the discussion about the gang rapes and objectifying women.

Jan. 11, 2013

9:07-9:19 Daily listener poll results and today’s poll question. Wallace “Gator” Bradley was featured in today’s Chicago Sun-Times expressing his desire to carry a gun. He went to City Hall and said he’s an ex-felon who has been pardoned could he get a firearm owners permit? In his first radio interview, Bradley explained his position.

9:24-9:29 Segment continued with caller responses.

9:39-9:49 Segment continued with caller responses.

9:53-9:59 Segment continued with caller responses.

10:07-10:19 Segment wrapped and Aaja Corinne, fashion stylist/image consultant, came in the studio to discuss her efforts to promote better images for women through styling.

10:24-10:29 Segment wrapped.

10:39-10:49 Peggy Riggins and Jackie Tarrant came in the studio to discuss Soulful 2^nd Sundays with Soul Purpose.

10:53-10:59 Segment wrapped.

Jan. 10, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's poll question. She also started the discussion about the Oscar nominations and the lack of diversity.

9:24-9:29 The list of major category nominees were mentioned and some of the discussion touched largely on 'Django Unchained' and its nominations, sans nominations for Jamie Foxx, Kerry Washington and Samuel Jackson.

9:39-9:49 Perri brought Executive Producer Kathy Chaney and Board Operator Aron Howard into the discussion about whether or not Foxx, Washington or Jackson gave Oscar-worthy performances in 'Django Unchained.' Callers also weighed in.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the discussion and a caller wanted to comment on the poll question of illegal immigrants and their approved driving privileges, which got the phone lines lit.

10:07-10:19 Perri took more callers about the poll questions and more callers weighed in.

10:24-10:29 The discussion about the New York Times story about the Chatham community kicked off and journalist Wendell Hutson of DNAInfo.com joined the discussion about the evolution of the neighborhood.

10:39-10:49 Perri, Hutson and the callers continued the discussion about the Chatham neighborhood and Hutson also discussed his recent story about the plethora of currency exchanges in the community.

10:53-10:59 The segment wrapped.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with the Portland Skanner and the Houston Forward Times.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with the Portland Skanner and the Houston Forward Times.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with the Portland Skanner and the Houston Forward Times.

Jan. 9, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll and today's poll question. Pastor Corey Brooks and his $2,000 donation to Detroit's ex-mayor Kwame Kilpatrick.

9:24-9:29 Perri and the callers discussed the donation and whether or not it was a good idea for Brooks to give to Kilpatrick.

9:39-9:49 More callers continued to weigh in and Perri read feedback from her Facebook page.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service segment about the top scams of 2012. Steve Bernas of the Better Business Bureau discussed with Dorothy and Perri.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's Customer Service segment about the top scams of 2012 continued.

10:39-10:49 Django Unchained action figures are now for sale online. There's outrage about slavery toy action figures in the model of the main characters of the Quentin Tarantino movie. Perri asks is it no big deal and we're being too sensitive about it, or, should the selling cease?

10:53-10:59 Segment continued with caller responses.

11:07-11:19 Segment continued with caller responses.

11:24-11:29 Perri concluded the segment about Django Unchained action figures.

11:39-11:49 TV One debuts its second season of "Find Our Missing" that brings national attention to missing cases of black people that received little-to-no national attention in comparison to cases of missing cases of white people. Natalie Wilson of the Black and Missing Foundation and Tia Smith of TV One called in to discuss the dearth of national attention for missing black people.

Jan. 8, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question. She then started the discussion about the Alabama teen alleged white supremacist who plotted to blow up a school a few days after the Newtown tragedy.

9:24-9:29 Perri continued the discussion and callers weighed in.

9:39-9:49 Callers continued to weigh in.

9:53-9:59 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion about the plot.

10:07-10:19 The segment about the Alabama teen and the plot continued.

10:24-10:29 More about the plot and the teen.

10:39-10:49 Perri continued the discussion and brought Attorney Benjamin Crump into the discussion about the plot and gun violence. Crump also provided an update on the Ernest Hoskins Jr. case and the Trayvon Martin case.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Crump and the callers continued the discussion. Crump also said he's been in contact with Howard Morgan's family.

11:07-11:19 Perri wrapped up the discussion and informed listeners the Oxygen Network is feeling the heat from an online petition about the 'Babies' Mamas' reality show and the petition gaining national attention.

11:24-11:29 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

11:39-11:49 Perri and the callers continued the discussion.

Jan. 7, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and today's question; teased the topics to be discussed today and started discussion about the latest ratchet reality TV show "Best Funeral Ever."

9:24-9:29 The trailer to "Best Funeral Ever" was played and Perri shared her disgust for the show after not being able to stomach more than five minutes of the show. Callers also weighed in.

9:39-9:49 Perri and Executive Producer Kathy Chaney continued the discussion about the reality show and also talked about the movie "Django Unchained." More callers also discussed the show.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

10:07-10:19 Former Ill. State Rep. Dr. David Miller announced today he was not going to run for Jesse Jackson Jr.'s vacated 2nd District congressional seat. Perri discussed the news and asked listeners their thoughts.

10:24-10:29 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri was joined on the live line by Dr. David Miller about his decision.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

11:07-11:19 Perri discussed the fatal shooting of Pasadena teen Kendrec McDade by area police officers. A false 911 call by a Hispanic man said he was robbed by two black males with a gun. McDade was unarmed when shot by police. The caller later admitted he lied and there was never a gun. The officers were cleared by the D.A. and the police wanted the 911 caller to be charged with McDade's murder. The charges didn't stick.

11:24-11:29 Perri and Joe wrapped up the segment about Kendrec McDade.

11:39-11:49 The case about the Ohio teen who was alleged gang raped was the topic of the segment. Perri asked how could the alleged rapists be morally bankrupt. Callers also weighed in.

Jan. 4, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll results and this weekend's question. She also talked about the alleged pending retirement of Ald. Richard Mell.

9:24-9:29 More reflections about Ald. Mell and callers weighed in.

9:39-9:49 Perri and callers continued to give their thoughts about Mell, his supposed upcoming retirement and his wishes for his daughter, state Rep. Deborah Mell, succeeding him in City Council.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the segment and started on the next topic: Is your credit score keeping you from being Mr./Mrs. Right? She read excerpts from a NY Times article about a woman who wasn't asked on subsequent dates because of her low credit score.

10:07-10:19 Perri and callers debated whether or not your credit score should matter when it comes to love.

10:24-10:29 Callers weighed in on the credit score discussion.

10:39-10:49 Perri wrapped up the segment and introduced Colby Burnett, an educator at Fenwick H.S. in Oak Park, Ill. Burnett won "Jeopardy" on Nov. 20, 2012. Gov. Pat Quinn proclaimed Dec. 12 "Colby Burnett Day."

10:53-10:59 Perri and Colby wrapped up the segment.

Jan. 3, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll and teased today's topics. She also dove into the first topic: Same-sex marriage in Illinois. Several African-American leaders in the community, including elected officials, have signed a letter of support.

9:24-9:29 Callers weighed in on the controversial topic.

9:39-9:49 Perri and the listeners continued to discuss the issue.

9:53-9:59 The segment continued with more callers.

10:07-10:19 Perri wrapped up the segment and started discussion about NJ Gov. Christie expressing his pisstivity at the GOP about no Hurricane Sandy funding for the East Coast victims. Audio from Christie's press conference was played.

10:24-10:29 The discussion about the GOP continued and she gave away the Black History Calendar.

10:39-10:49 Perri resurrected the discussion from Dec. 28 about rapper Shawty Lo's new reality show. She told listeners about an online petition to get the show to not air on the Oxygen channel. She also teased the "Too Hot to Handel" ticket giveaway. The giveaway will be at 11:28 a.m. CT.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the segment about Shawty Lo, ratchet reality TV shows and the petition.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Alexis Scott of the Atlanta Daily World and Othor Cain of the Mississippi Link.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Alexis Scott of the Atlanta Daily World and Othor Cain of the Mississippi Link.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Alexis Scott of the Atlanta Daily World and Othor Cain of the Mississippi Link.

Jan. 2, 2013

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll, what topics will be discussed today and started discussion about the fiscal cliff and the bill being passed last night. Journalist Clarence Page called in to discuss the fiscal cliff with Perri.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Clarence continued the fiscal cliff discussion and what it means to the community.

9:39-9:49 The GOP and its apparent discontent for Kwanzaa observance was discussed by Perri.

9:53-9:59 Callers weighed in on the Kwanzaa discussion and audio from U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi expressing her concern about the GOP's lack of concern about Kwanzaa.

10:07-10:19 Jessica Smith of Jessica Smith & Company called in to discuss getting your family budget together now.

10:24-10:29 Jessica continued to give tips on how to set your yearly budget. Perri also gave suggestions that worked for her.

10:39-10:49 A West Side charter school imposing fines that are straining the purse strings of parents. Parent Marsha Godard said it's ridiculous and can't continue to afford the fees.

10:53-10:59 James Wade III of the Cleveland Call & Post gave Perri an update on the Cleveland police and the 137 shots case.

11:07-11:19 Perri and James answered callers questions about the case.

11:24-11:29 Perri wrapped up the segment and introduced Dr. Benjamin Chavis Jr. to discuss the pardon of the Wilmington 10.

11:39-11:49 Perri and Dr. Chavis discussed who were the Wilmington 10 and its impact.

Dec. 31, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri talked about the headlines from the weekend. She also talked about starting the new year with a cleanse. How do you know when it's time to release relatives from your life? How do you know when it's time to get rid of the dead weight in your life? Perri also talked about topics she'll touch on later in the show.

9:24-9:29 Perri continued the segment and talked about her personal experiences with negative people in her life.

9:39-9:49 Callers weighed in about their family traditions and new year's resolutions.

9:53-9:59 Perri reported breaking news about reports the Chicago Bears fired head coach Lovie Smith. Callers weighed in.

10:07-10:19 Perri and Executive Producer Kathy Chaney discussed last night's episode of the "Real Housewives of Atlanta." The particular scene discussed was the strip club scene. Perri asked listeners if they would be comfortable going to a strip club with their significant other.

10:24-10:29 Callers weighed in about couples going to strip clubs.

10:39-10:49 Perri and the listeners continued the discussion about strip clubs being frequented by couples.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

11:07-11:19 State Sen. Donne Trotter dropped out of the race for Jesse Jr.'s vacated congressional seat. He said his gun charges remain a distraction. Perri asked listeners why they thought Trotter took so long to bow out and did he really think the gun charges wouldn't have been a distraction. She also asked listeners who they thought could best represent the 2nd Congressional District.

11:24-11:29 Callers weighed in on their suggestions for the vacated congressional seat.

11:39-11:49 Pam Hudson of the Chicago Urban League discussed hiring events for the new year.

Dec. 28, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily poll results and today's poll question. She then opened the discussion about Oxygen Network's newest reality show featuring rapper Shawty Lo and his almost a dozen children by nearly 10 different women. 

9:24-9:29 The trailer of the show was played and Perri gave her critique and asked callers for their feedback.

9:39-9:49 Callers continued to weigh in on the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Callers continued to weigh in on the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri continued the discussion about the upcoming reality show.

10:24-10:29 Perri wrapped up the discussion and teased the next segment about her list of dispicable people who's irritated her this year.

10:39-10:49 Perri introduced her list of the people who've gotten under her skin this year, including Donald Trump, Chief Keef, Karl Rove and Grover Norquist, Anita Alvarez, Mel Reynolds, Michael Sneed, Chad Ochocinco Johnson and Evelyn Lozado, the Cleveland bus driver AND the passenger, the 9-year-old daycare bully, Lolo Jones, Meaken sisters, George Zimmerman and Eddie Long.

10:53-10:59 Callers responded with some of their top people including Jon Burge, Jerry Sandusky and Kevin Clash.

Dec. 27, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the second day of Kwanzaa, Kujichagulia (self-determination). She paid homage to the late Terry Glover, Managing Editor of Ebony magazine who died on Christmas Eve. Perri also gave the results of the daily listener poll and read today's poll question. She then started the discussion about the parking meter rate increase.

9:24-9:29 Callers weighed in on the discussion about the new parking meter rates that will increase Jan. 1. Chicago will have the highest parking meter rates in North America.

9:39-9:49 Perri and callers continued the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the parking meter segment and asked listeners if they thought the nation was ready to see the (photos) carnage of the Sandy Hook school tragedy in Newtown, CT.

10:07-10:19 Callers weighed in and were mixed on the question. Some said yes, we're ready to see it, some said no.

10:24-10:29 Perri agreed with a few callers who said seeing the images may make others put the guns down.

10:39-10:49 The widow of slain Arkansas man Ernest Hoskins Jr., Nikki Hoskins, discussed the latest development in her husband's Nov. death. The alleged shooter was recently charged with first-degree murder.

10:53-10:59 Nikki Hoskins and Perri continued the discussion about the death and gun control. Nikki said regular citizens shouldn't be allowed to own assault weapons. Callers also weighed in on the discussion.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Tene Croon, a Pittsburgh-based journalist and Wesley Lowery of the L.A. Times.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Tene Croon, a Pittsburgh-based journalist and Wesley Lowery of the L.A. Times.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Tene Croon, a Pittsburgh-based journalist and Wesley Lowery of the L.A. Times.

Dec. 26, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri said Happy Kwanzaa and introduced the first day/principle of Kwanzaa, Umoja (Unity). She also gave the results of the daily listener poll and read today's poll question. Perri then opened the conversation about the mother and aunt who left the mother's four children home alone a few days ago. Two of the children perished in the fire. The mother and aunt were charged. Perri asked should they face prison time or is their suffering punishment enough.

9:24-9:29 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri read feedback from Facebook and callers continued to give their opinions.

9:53-9:59 Callers weighed in on the discussion.

10:07-10:19 Perri wrapped up the segment and introduced accountant and tax professional Jessica Smith to discuss getting your financial house in order for the new year. She also asked Jessica, in the wake of the fire story, how do you not get behind in your utility bills.

10:24-10:29 Jessica discussed proper way to file your taxes and explained some tax terms. Callers also weighed in about having a national sales tax and eliminating local taxes.

10:39-10:49 Was the NRA inspired by the Black Panther Party? Perri discussed an article asking the same question.

10:53-10:59 Callers weighed in on the NRA and Black Panthers.

11:07-11:19 Django Unchained came out yesterday. Perri asked listeners if they saw it and agreed with Spike Lee. Lee said it was disrespectful, although he hadn't seen it. Callers weighed in.

11:24-11:29 Perri and listeners weighed in and Garrard McClendon, PhD, who wrote a review of the movie, joined the conversation.

11:39-11:49 Perri and Garrard continued the discussion about Django Unchained with callers.

Dec. 24, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri discussed the latest headlines and teased the rest of the show: Discussion about the proposed Queen James version of the bible and nine-year-old philanthropist Samuel Love will be in the studio to discuss his toy drive for Hurricane Sandy victims in New York.

9:24-9:29 Perri opened the discussion about the gay community wanting a Queen James version of the bible. Is that going too far? Is it blasphemous to have a Queen James version?

9:39-9:49 Callers weighed in on the discussion and the audio version of King James version of Jude 1:7 was played. Perri then read the proposed Queen James translation.

9:53-9:59 More caller feedback and the audio version of King James version of Genesis 19:5 was played. Perri then read the proposed Queen James translation.

10:07-10:19 Perri wrapped up the segment and introduced the next guest, celebrity hair stylist Pekela Riley. Riley discussed the hottest hair and styling trends for the holiday season.

10:24-10:29 Celebrity stylist and beauty editor Pekela Rily called in to discuss the latest beauty and hair trends for the holiday season. She also touched on the Rhonda Lee, fired Shreveport meteorologist, and her ethnic hair social media firestorm.

10:39-10:49 Pekela answered listeners questions about hair care, especially for natural hair.

10:53-10:59 Perri and Pekela wrapped up the segment.

11:07-11:19 Perri discussed the daily listener poll question: Should parents debunk the notion of Santa Claus? Executive Producer Kathy Chaney joined Perri in the studio to discuss.

11:24-11:29 Callers weighed in on whether or not Santa Claus is real.

11:39-11:49 Samuel Love, 9 y.o. philanthropist, discussed toy drive he held in Chicago for Hurricane Sandy victims in New York.

Dec. 21, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri opened the discussion about Boehner’s fiscal cliff Plan B since he doesn’t have the support he thought from the GOP and callers weighed in.

9:24-9:29 Callers continued to respond about Boehner.

9:39-9:49 Perri wrapped up the segment and writer-image activist Michaela angela Davis calls in to discuss her reality TV campaign to Bury the Ratchet.

9:53-9:59 More with Michaela angela Davis.

10:07-10:19 WVON aired the live press conference of the National Rifle Association.

10:24-10:29 WVON aired the live press conference of the National Rifle Association.

10:39-10:49 Perri discussed the NRA’s LaPierre’s statements from the press conference and callers weighed in.

10:53-10:59 More callers responded to the NRA and LaPierre.

Dec. 20, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri and the Rev. Paul Jakes discussed his opposition to the Book of Mormon's production in Chicago. Jakes said the production is disrespectful.

9:24-9:29 Jakes continued and callers weighed in.

9:39-9:49 Perri wrapped up the segment with Jakes and began about the two escapees from Chicago's federal lockup. The reward is now at $60K and an audio of the movie "Stir Crazy" played.

9:53-9:59 The discussion continued about the escapees and whether or not they've fled the country or in another state.

10:07-10:19 Perri alerted listeners that gospel icon Inez Andrews of the Caravans died Wednesday. She was 83. Perri then started the discussion about President Barack Obama's gun policy press conference held Wednesday. She asked listeners what suggestions they'd give about gun control.

10:24-10:29 The segment continued with caller feedback and suggestions.

10:39-10:49 Callers continued to weigh in on the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with USA Today and the Mississippi Link.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with USA Today and the Mississippi Link.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with USA Today and the Mississippi Link.

Dec. 19, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri gave the results from the daily listener poll and introduced today's poll question. She talked about U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush's plans to re-introduce Blair's Bill about unlicensed firearm owners. Morning host Matt McGill joined Perri in the studio to discuss about how to cope during the holiday season. Both shared their personal experiences with the death of family members and being without them during the holiday season.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Matt continued the conversation and callers weighed in.

9:39-9:49 More callers weighed in on the discussion with Perri and Matt.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's "Customer Service" segment on fun, free things for parents to do with their children during the holiday season. Tamara O’Shaunghessey of the Chicago Parent magazine called in to discuss.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's "Customer Service" segment on fun, free things for parents to do with their children during the holiday season.

10:39-10:49 Perri revealed to the audience Time magazine named President Barack Obama the 'Person of the Year.'

10:53-10:59 Callers weighed in on Time's decision.

11:07-11:19 Perri was joined by journalist Wendell Hutson to discuss the taser death of Philip Coleman by Chicago police.

11:24-11:29 Callers weighed in on the taser death.

11:39-11:49 Barry James, co-owner of Island Furs, joined Perri in the studio to discuss fur buying.

Dec. 18, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll and gave results from yesterday's poll. She also said she'd discuss the 2nd Congressional District open primary and the Innocence Network.  She then gave the latest in the Sandy Hill school massacre and the gun debate across the nation.

9:24-9:29 Callers responded about the Connecticut school tragedy and gun control.

9:39-9:49 More caller responses.

9:53-9:59 Perri continued the discuss and took more calls.

10:07-10:19 Keith Findley, president of the Innocence Network, talked about the 22 exonerations across the nation secured by the network. At least five of those exonerated were in Illinois.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Findley continued the discussion and callers weighed in.

10:39-10:49 Perri wrapped up the segment with Findley.

10:53-10:59 Perri took the last caller about the topic.

11:07-11:19 Perri opened the discussion again about the renewed call for gun legislation.

11:24-11:29 More callers weighed in and wrapped up the segment.

11:39-11:49 Perri and in-studio guest Scott Steward, of Life UniverCity, discuss teaching preparedness through financial literacy and teaching kids financial literacy.

Dec. 17, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri and school counselor Michael West discussed how to talk to and how not to talk to kids about the violent deaths of their peers. West, who spent more than 30 years counseling in Chicago Public Schools, said many kids have become de-sensitized to violence.

9:24-9:29 Perri and West continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Perri and callers discussed gun violence and gun control.

9:53-9:59 More callers weighed in on the gun discussion and the impact the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting is having on the nation.

10:07-10:19 More callers discussed the topic.

10:24-10:29 Perri continued the discussion.

10:39-10:49 Segment continued.

10:53-10:59 Perri asked callers if Sandy Hook Elementary School should be re-opened.

11:07-11:19 Perri wrapped up the segment with the last of the caller feedback.

11:24-11:29 Perri wrapped up the segment with the last of the caller feedback.

11:39-11:49 Perri touched on Alton Logan's federal civil trial against former Chicago police Cmdr. Jon Burge. The trial was expected to start today after a two-week delay. Logan alleges Burge and his detectives withheld evidence that would've exonerated him decades ago. Perri also talked with Pam Hudson of the Chicago Urban League about job opportunities. Perri asked callers about whether they sincerely believe some people are evil.

11:53-11:59 Perri talked with a few callers about whether or not people are genuinely evil.

Dec. 14, 2012

9:07-9:19 Daily listener poll and Perri opened the discussion about the student sit-in at King College Prep to demand a new principal.

9:24-9:29 Callers responded, including parents of King students.

9:39-9:49 Callers responded, including parents of King students.

9:53-9:59 Callers responded, including parents of King students.

10:07-10:19 Callers responded, including parents of King students and a former King student.

10:24-10:29 Perri wrapped up the segment.

10:39-10:49 La'Keisha Gray-Sewell of Girls Like Me project joined Perri in the studio to discuss her organization.

10:53-10:59 Perri and La'Keisha wrapped up the segment.

Dec. 13, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the daily listener poll and gave the poll results from yesterday's question. Ted Pearson of the Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression and Chicago police torture victim Mark Clements joined Perri in the studio to discuss an open letter they delivered Wednesday to Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez to either shape up her department or ship out.

9:24-9:29 Segment continued

9:39-9:49 Segment continued and caller responses.

9:53-9:59 Segment continued and caller responses.

10:07-10:19 Segment continued and caller responses.

10:24-10:29 Segment continued and caller responses.

10:39-10:49 Academy, Golden Globe and NAACP Image Award nominees.

10:53-10:59 Segment continued.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Milwaukee Community Journal and St. Louis American

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Milwaukee Community Journal and St. Louis American

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Milwaukee Community Journal and St. Louis American

11:53-11:59 Reporters Roundtable with Milwaukee Community Journal and St. Louis American

Dec. 12, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri gave the daily listener poll results and introduced today's poll about the concealed carry repeal. This also opened the discussion for the hour about the repeal. Fr. Michael Pfleger of St. Sabina called in to discuss with Perri.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Fr. Pfleger continued the discussion.

9:39-9:49 Callers weighed in on the subject.

9:53-9:59 More caller feedback about the concealed carry repeal.

10:07-10:19 Perri carried the segment into the 10 a.m hour because of the bevy of callers who want to weigh in on the hot discussion.

10:24-10:29 Perri wrapped up the segment with more caller responses.

10:39-10:49 Perri took the last callers on the segment and started discussion about Texas professor who said Blacks and Latinos from single-parent households don't fare better than whites.

10:53-10:59 Callers weighed in on the matter.

11:07-11:19 More callers discussed the issue with Perri.

11:24-11:29 Perri wrapped up the segment.

11:39-11:49 Perri teased tomorrow's show and fired Shreveport Meteorologist Rhonda Lee called in to discuss her firing. Perri talked about her case yesterday.

11:53-11:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

Dec. 11, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri gave the results from the daily listener poll and the latest headlines about Anita Alvarez’s embarrassing “60 Minutes” interview and George Zimmerman back in court today about the Trayvon Martin murder.

9:24-9:29 Callers responded about Alvarez.

9:39-9:49 DNAInfo.com reporter Wendell Hutson called in to discuss his story about Ill. State Rep. Monique Davis calling State Sen. Donne Trotter out for his handgun/airport fiasco and her back peddling on announcing her run for Jesse Jackson Jr.’s seat.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Hutson continued the discussion and callers responded.

10:07-10:19 Perri posed the question to listeners: Does the faith-based community weigh heavy in your political decisions? Do pastors carry clout when it comes to backing political candidates?

10:24-10:29 Callers responded to Perri’s question.

10:39-10:49 More caller responses about the subject.

10:53-10:59 Perri took the last calls on the subject and wrapped up the segment.

11:07-11:19 Perri asked listeners if they saw the depiction of Serena Williams by a white woman. She asked if it was deemed racist and/or offensive. Callers responded.

11:24-11:29 More callers responded about photo.

11:39-11:49 Perri and Kathy Chaney discussed meteorologist Rhonda Lee from Shreveport, La.’s firing by her station because she responded to a viewer who expressed racist concerns on Facebook about her short hair. Lee’s response was diplomatic and respectful. The station fired her anyway for a “policy” they admitted wasn’t a written policy and had no proof such a “policy” existed on the books. It was stated in a meeting she wasn’t part of.

11:53-11:59 Perri wrapped up the segment about Rhonda Lee.

Dec. 10, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri gave the daily listener poll results and talked with CBS News' Byron Pitts about his 60 Minutes segment last night on Chicago being the capital of False Confessions. Also weighed in on Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez' assertions that she stands behind the prosecution.

9:24-9:29 Perri and Byron continued to talk about the segment.

9:39-9:49 Perri introducted former Death Row inmates Nathson Fields and Dickey Gaines about the Chicago Police Department's alleged code of silence. Fields said it definitely exists and his "missing" street file was forced to resurface after two decades.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Fields continued the segment and callers weighed in.

10:07-10:19 Perri, Fields and Gaines continued the segment and callers continued to weigh in.

10:24-10:29 More callers weighed in on the subject and shared their personal experiences.

10:39-10:49 Fields and Gaines discussed with callers their plight and how to help others.

10:53-10:59 Perri, Fields and Gaines wrapped up the segment.

11:07-11:19 Perri talked about CNN's Who is Black in America special that aired Sunday.

11:24-11:29 Perri took calls about the CNN special.

11:39-11:49 Cleveland Call & Post's James Wade calls in to give an update on the Cleveland Police and 137 shots case and update on Ill. State Rep. Monique Davis.

11:53-11:59 Pam Hudson of the Chicago Urban League talked about employment.

Dec. 7, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri discussed the daily listener poll, the latest with comedian Katt Williams and Perri opens the discussion about love.

9:24-9:29 Perri asks listeners if there's a limit on love or do you love hard or not at all. She used the Rhianna and Chris Brown example of them reportedly being a couple again after their domestic violence issues.

9:39-9:49 Perri also asked listeners who were their choices for Best Couple. Perri said her top choice was Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee.

9:53-9:59 Perri wrapped up the segment about love.

10:07-10:19 Perri talked about the first dog Bo and the White House holiday photos. She then started the segment with Dr. Mahalia A. Hines, rapper-actor Common's mother, about their Common Ground Foundation.

10:24-10:29 Dr. Hines talked about the history of the Common Ground Foundation.

10:39-10:49 Perri teased Monday's show and played the trailer to CNN's Black in America: Who is Black in America and introduced Soledad O'Brien.

10:53-10:59 Perri ended the segment asking listeners their thoughts on the upcoming documentary.

Dec. 6, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri gave the daily listener poll results and talked about cops beefing up presence at gang funerals.

9:24-9:29 Callers responded about their tax dollars being used to have more cops outside of gang funerals.

9:39-9:49 Perri started the discussion about America being on the road to recovery. Dr. William Spriggs, economics professor at Howard University, joined the discussion.

9:53-9:59 Perri, Dr. Spriggs and the callers discussed the economy

10:07-10:19 More caller responses about the economy and Dr. Sprigss answered listener questions.

10:24-10:29 Perri and Dr. Spriggs took the last callers on the subject.

10:39-10:49 Dr. Spriggs gave his final comments on America and the road to recovery.

10:53-10:59 Perri teased the Reporters Roundtable and one of the cases to be discussed, the Cleveland police and the 137 shots fired into a vehicle killing two people.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with the Cleveland Call & Post and New Orleans Tribune newspapers.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with the Cleveland Call & Post and New Orleans Tribune newspapers.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with the Cleveland Call & Post and New Orleans Tribune newspapers.

11:53-11:59 Perri wrapped up the Reporters Roundtable and talked a bilingual (Spanish-English) book for children

Dec. 5, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri gave the results of the daily listerner poll and started discussion about Anita Alvarez and driver licensing for undocumented workers.

9:24-9:29 Callers responded about Anita Alvarez and their disdain for her tenure thus far.

9:39-9:49 Callers responded about Anita Alvarez and their disdain for her tenure thus far.

9:53-9:59 Perri ended the segment.

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's "Consumer Corner" segment with Edgar Dorski, CEO of Consumerworld.org

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker's "Consumer Corner" segment with Edgar Dorski, CEO of Consumerworld.org

10:39-10:49 Perri started discussion on forgiveness and how do you select who you will and won't forgive. Gave examples of Bill Clinton and Mel Reynolds' sex scandals.

10:53-10:59 A plethora of callers responded about forgiveness.

11:07-11:19 Perri discussed her personal feelings about forgiveness and more callers responded.

11:24-11:29 Perri wrapped up the segment on forgiveness and teased the next segment on sports and concussions.

11:39-11:49 Perri talked with Kansas City, Mo. Attorney Paul Anderson about the NFL Litigation Program.

11:53-11:59 Perri wrapped up the segment.

Dec. 4, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri's intro and the daily listener poll. She gave the latest headlines: 11 more shot last night; slain rapper Lil Jojo's mother blames Chief Keef for his death and is access to guns to available.

9:24-9:29 Perri continued discussion about guns and the easy access to firearms. Listeners called in to help explain where the origin of the gun culture. Perri and a caller said it derived from the South.

9:39-9:49 Callers continued to respond about guns and gun control.

9:53-9:59 Perri provided an update on the Ella Edwards story. Tom Joyner will pay off her late son's student loan debt the private lender refused to forgive after his death.

10:07-10:19 Perri started the discussion about the Vanecko-Koschman case.

10:24-10:29 Callers responded about Vanecko, former Mayor Daley's nephew, and Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez' decision to charge Vanecko with Koschman's killing.

10:39-10:49 Newark, New Jersey Mayor Cory Booker and his food stamp challenge is the topic for Perri and her listeners. Perri asked if the listeners would take the challenge and to share how much their average weekly grocery bill was.

10:53-10:59 Callers responded about how they manage to eat on less than $30 per week.

11:07-11:19 Dr. Boyce Watkins calls in to talk about his column on children and BET buffoonery.

11:24-11:29 Callers responded about Dr. Watkins' comments and how they feel about television programming.

11:39-11:49 Perri took more callers and discussed the possible cancellation of Dr. Steve Perry's show "Save My Son" on TV One.

11:53-11:59 Segment continued.

Dec. 3, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri's intro and the latest headlines. Another violent weekend, nearly 10 dead and more than two dozen injured in shootings across the city.

9:24-9:29 Callers respond about the weekend violence.

9:39-9:49 Perri and callers continued discussion about deadly Chicago weekend.

9:53-9:59 Perri read feedback from Facebook about bloody weekend.

10:07-10:19 Blacks and depression. Former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. is battling bi-polar disorder, last week the Chicago Fire Department was called to the Chicago River to rescue a man who made a failed suicide attempt and this weekend a professional football player committed murder-suicide. Why are we afraid to admit we have a problem? Why can't we talk about it? Why is it a taboo issue? Would you rather seek spiritual counseling or professional counseling? Hotlines to call when you're in need.

10:24-10:29 Perri shared her story with depression and callers responded.

10:39-10:49 Perri provided hotline numbers for depression and suicide.

10:53-10:59 More callers respond about Blacks and depression.

11:07-11:19 Perri took the final calls about Blacks and depression and started discussion about Should student loan lenders - public and private - forgive the student's debt if the student dies? Should parents be left to pay the bill? One woman had to come out of retirement to pay her late son’s private student loan bill that she co-signed for. According to the woman, she receives harassing phone calls from the lender regularly about the debt that she's only been able to pay the interest on. His federal student loan was forgiven once she sent in his death certificate, yet, the private loan lender refuses to do the same. The mother currently has a petition on Change.org to try to change the lenders’ mind.

11:24-11:29 Perri discussed with callers Ella Edwards' plight to get her late son's student debt forgiven.

11:39-11:49 Another reality show is coming to your television. This time it's about Atlanta-based single, rich pastors. Is this going too far? Would you watch it? Perri engages listeners in the discussion.

11:53-11:59 Pam Hudson of the Chicago Urban League.

Nov. 30, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri talked about the daily listener poll and talked with Ron Ticho of OraSure Technologies about World AIDS Day and the in-home HIV test kit.

9:24-9:29 Dan Scanlan of the Florida Times-Union called in to let Perri know the latest update on the Jordan Russell Davis case. The Florida teen was fatally shot by Michael Dunn over loud music.

9:39-9:49 Perri posed the question to listeners if they agree with Nene Leakes being on the cover of Ebony magazine.

9:53-9:59 Callers responded about Nene's image and Ebony magazine.

10:07-10:19 Director Joel King talked about his new film combating violence in St. Louis and Chicago

10:24-10:29 Callers responded about King's film and violence overall.

10:39-10:49 Perri discussed flyers that were left on several cars on the South Side. The flyer suggests the KKK is thanking Black folks for killing each other. A WVON listener brought the flyer to the station this morning.

10:53-10:59 Callers responded about the alleged racist flyer.

Nov. 29, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri introduced the latest headlines and talked with Attorney Benjamin Crump about the Ernest Hoskins Jr. case. Hoskins was fatally shot by his employer in Arkansas and case is getting little national attention.

9:24-9:29 Atty. Crump continued to inform listeners about the case and how they could help the family. Callers responded.

9:39-9:49 Community activist Ziff Sistrunk called in to discuss with Perri the latest about his nephew Sherman Williams Miller who was fatally shot outside a funeral at St. Columbanus Church.

9:53-9:59 Perri and Sistrunk continued the conversation and callers responded.

10:07-10:19 More caller responses about the funeral shooting and violence overall

10:24-10:29 Journalist-blogger Ted McClellan called in to talk about his latest column about Mel Reynolds running for re-election.

10:39-10:49 Callers responded about Mel Reynolds and the 2nd congressional district seat vacany.

10:53-10:59 Perri talked with Bryan Hudson, co-chair of the NAACP South Side ACT-SO awards.

11:07-11:19 Reporters Roundtable with Amity Paye of the New York Amsterdam News and Brandon Perry of the Indianapolis Recorder.

11:24-11:29 Reporters Roundtable with Amity Paye of the New York Amsterdam News and Brandon Perry of the Indianapolis Recorder.

11:39-11:49 Reporters Roundtable with Amity Paye of the New York Amsterdam News and Brandon Perry of the Indianapolis Recorder.

Nov. 27, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri’s intro. Headlines today: Funeral shot up. Does God give you more than you can handle? We’ll talk to the program organizer of Northwestern University’s Madea Scholar roundtable.

9:24-9:29 Callers responded to Perri’s discussion about violence at funerals.

9:39-9:49 Callers responded to Perri’s discussion about violence at funerals.

9:53-9:59 Rev. Dr. Marshall Hatch of New Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church called in to discuss the violence.

10:07-10:19 Perri and Rev. Hatch continued the discussion.

10:24-10:29 More examination of the topic with Perri and Rev. Hatch.

10:39-10:49 Perri and Rev. Hatch continued the discussion and more caller responsed.

10:53-10:59 More callers responded to Perri and Rev. Hatch’s discussion.

11:07-11:19 Dr. Ian Smith called in to discuss his new book, “Shred.”

11:24-11:29 Perri and Dr. Smith continued discussion of his new shred diet.

11:39-11:49 Miriam Petty, Asst. Prof. at Northwestern discusses the university’s Madea Scholarly Roundtable event.

11:53-11:59 Perri and Miriam continue the Madea discussion.

Nov. 26, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri and Clarence Page discussed Jesse Jackson Jr.'s resignation and the daily listener poll.

9:24-9:29 Discussion continued and caller responses.

9:39-9:49 Former state Rep. David Miller talks to Perri about his interest in Jesse Jr. seat vacancy.

9:53-9:59 More with David Miller and caller responses.

10:07-10:19 Perri asked callers to name their favorites who should go for the Jackson seat vacancy.

10:24-10:29 Callers respond about who should replace Jesse Jackson Jr.

10:39-10:49 More caller responses about Jesse Jr. vacancy and callers told Perri where they were when they heard the news of Mayor Harold Washington’s death.

10:53-10:59 More callers call in about their whereabouts when Washington died.

11:07-11:19 Author Peter Nolan and Perri discuss yesterday's 25th anniversary of Mayor Harold Washington's death and Nolan's book about Washington.

11:24-11:29 Peter and Perri continue discussion about Mayor Harold Washington.

11:39-11:49 More with Peter on his book about Washington.

11:53-11:59 Pam Hudson of the Chicago Urban League discusses employment with Perri.

Nov. 21, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri's intro. Today's headlines include mediation talks with Hostess and the union failed yesterday. Bill O'Reilly scolds Blacks for not embracing American Exceptionalism. Dorothy Tucker's Consumer Corner. True Star Foundation and "Middle To Nowhere" star will be on the live line.

9:24-9:29 Thanksgiving and the best turkeys

9:39-9:49 The CTA plans hefty fare hikes for daily, three-day, seven-day and 30-day passes in mid-January, which will affect more than half of all riders on buses and trains, under a proposed 2013 budget announced Tuesday.

9:53-9:59 Caller responses

10:07-10:19 Dorothy Tucker's Consumer Corner. Guest is Jessica Dolcourt. Trading in your cell phone for cash. Ecoatm.com.

10:24-10:29 Dorothy Tucker’s Consumer Corner continued.

10:39-10:49 Perri and Dorothy continue the discussion.

10:53-10:59 Audio of Bill O'Reilly's "scolding"

11:07-11:19 True Star Foundation founders discuss the organization's  efforts to provide outlets to let Chicagoland teens express themselves through writing and photography. The foundation produces True Star and True Star Jr. magazines.

11:24-11:29 Discussion continued with TSF.

11:39-11:49 Emayatzy Corinealdi, star of "Middle of Nowhere" an Ava DuVernay directed film, on the live line.

11:53-11:59 More with Emayatzy Corinealdi and Perri’s guest host for Thanksgiving and Friday.

Nov. 20, 2012

9:07-9:19 Perri's intro about Hostess update. Rape/military, increased crime downtown. Rhiana Gunn-Wright.

9:24-9:29 Perri provides update on Hostess, Walmart/Black Friday and her outrage for hyping downtown less safe.

9:39-9:49 Callers respond about increased violence in downtown area.

9:53-9:59 More caller responses about whether or not downtown is still safe. Caller John said he's scared of Black people.

10:07-10:19 Rhodes Scholar Rhiana Gunn-Wright discusses her Englewood upbringing and being a Rhodes Scholar.

10:24-10:29 More with Rhiana Gunn-Wright and her work with women's policy issues.

10:39-10:49 Rhiana Gunn-Wright offers advice to Black youth on reaching for the stars and never giving up.

10:53-10:59 Perri begins discussion of apparent race-based comments by GOP about Susan Rice and her not being qualified for Sec'y of State.

11:07-11:19 Perri asks listeners if they'll cross the picket lines during the Thanksgiving holiday for Hostess and Walmart.

11:24-11:29 More caller responses

11:39-11:49 More caller responses

11:53-11:59 Tomorrow on the Perri Small Show

Nov. 19, 2012