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El Bandido Yankee pro stock motorcycle star Flyin Ryan Oehler joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Ryan shares the race weekend and how fans are celebrating the biggest event in Drag Racing with the Official Tequila of Raceday. Ryan fills us in on the team as they prepare to go for another win […]

3-time NHRA Nitro Funny Car World Champion, Ron Capps joins Dane Neal from WGN Radio live from the U.S. Nationals. Hear as Ron shares the amazing history of “The BIG Go” and how fans and legends revere this race weekend as the standard for excellence in the sport. Listen as Ron shares memories of recent Indy […]

Wanna Parlay co-founder Carson Coffman joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Carson is in Chicago hosting the latest WANNA Parlay Winner, Levi Sutton, who’s in town for the VIP Experience, including UFC 319, Bears vs Bills from the WANNA Parlay Suite at Soldier Field and a luxury stay at Chicago’s legendary Palmer House Hilton. […]

WANNA Parlay player Levi Sutton joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Levi shares excitement around WANNA Parlay and winning his way from California to Chicago for a VIP experience that included UFC 319, The Palmer House Hilton and even catching the Bears vs. the Bills from the WANNA Parlay suite at Soldier Field. […]

NASCAR driver and 2 time Daytona 500 winner, William Byron joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as William looks back at big moments in his career, like the El Bandido Yankee Pole award at Slinger and compares it to taking the NASCAR regular season championship this season. Listen as William talks about team satisfaction […]

UFC fighter Aaron Pico joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio leading up to his debut fight in Chicago. Hear as Aaron shares the excitement and satisfaction to be where he has always wanted to be, in the UFC and on the biggest stage. Listen as Aaron shares his journey as a decorated championship wrestler, accomplished […]

UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus Du Plessis joins Dane Neal live from Chicago on WGN Radio. Hear as Dricus shares his love for the fans as he heads into the home stretch of training while here in the city. The Champion has experienced the all sports of Chicago including Bears training camp and Cubs first pitch […]

The man behind the motorcycle and motorsports media phenomenon that is “CycleDrag”, Jack Korpela joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Jack shares excitement around the World’s Biggest Biker Rally from the site of The Rusty Wallace Charity Ride, Fueled by El Bandido Yankee Tequila. Listen as Jack talks about his start in network […]

UFC contender Michael Venom Page joins Dane Neal, live on WGN Radio. Hear as MVP shares excitement for the upcoming fight with Jared Cannonier in UFC 319 at the United Center Aug 16th. Listen as MVP talks about his training, strategy and the showmanship he brings to the octagon. MVP fills us in on looking […]

Army combat veteran and co-founder Eli Williamson joins Dane Neal for Veteran Voices on WGN Radio. Hear as Eli shares how his organization “Leave No Veteran Behind” has been selected to be the charity of choice for the National Veterans Rodeo & Resource Fair—a day where celebration meets impact. More than just an event, it's […]

Combat veteran, West Point graduate and former Deputy Director of the Peace Corps, David E. White joined Dane Neal for Veteran Voices during Memorial Day on WGN Radio. Hear how David credits his West Point experience with helping him effectively lead as an Army Officer in Afghanistan and how lessons learned in the academy have […]

AEW Stars, “The Infantry” join Dane Neal and Jim Bob Morris on WGN Radio. Hear as both Shawn Dean and Carlie Bravo set the stage for the exciting finale of the Chicago residency taking place over the recent weeks at the iconic Aragon. Listen as Shawn and Carlie share the start of the legendary partnership […]

General Manager for the Chicago Hotel Collection, Pierce Hutchings joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Pierce shares excitement around the partnership that will bring El Bandido Yankee Tequila into the Collection’s properties, which include the Ambassador Gold Coast and Magnificent Mile Wrigleyville and River North. Listen as Pierce fills us in on NHL […]

Dean Neal fills in for Bob Sirott on this 4th of July: Segment 1: Julie Giese, President of the Chicago Street Race, joins to discuss the event this 4th of July weekend and the excitement surrounding it. Segment 2: Famous Dave Anderson joins Dane Neal to discuss growing up in Chicago, the business of BBQ, […]

Dean Neal fills in for Bob Sirott on this 4th of July: Segment 1: Pierce Hutchings, Manager of The Chicago Hotel Collection, talks about The Ambassador Hotel and its new offerings. Segment 2: Actor, Host & Comedian Alfonso Ribeiro joins to discuss hosting “A Capitol Fourth.” He shares what fans can expect and what he […]

Actor, Host & Comedian Alfonso Ribeiro joins Dane Neal, in for Bob Sirott, to discuss hosting “A Capitol Fourth.” He shares what fans can expect and what he loves about the 4th of July.

Dean Neal fills in for Bob Sirott on this 4th of July: Segment 1: Wrestler Cayden Henschel talks about his content creation as a wrestler and his journey to creating a pair of wrestling shoes. You can find his “America’s Heavyweight Wrestling Shoe” here: chgearwrestling.com Segment 2: Otis Williams of the iconic group, The Temptations, […]

Dean Neal fills in for Bob Sirott on this 4th of July: Segment 1: Racing in the NASCAR Chicago Street Race for the first time, Katherine Legge joins Dane to talk about how she’s feeling going into this weekend. Katherine shares other events she’ll be attending, like Fan Fest, and how she’s looking forward to […]

With race week in Chicago beginning, Dane Neal, in for Dean Richards, starts the show talking to Steve Miklos, live from the New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix, discussing the first race at Lake Pontchartrain in 20 years. Andy Kuntz of Andy’s Frozen Custard joins Dane to talk about the new All-American Cherry Pie Concrete, exclusive […]

NASCAR driver Daniel Suarez joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio during a recent visit to Chicago with his wife Julia. Hear as Daniel shares importance of inspiration for school kids and the next generation of fans. Listen as Daniel talks about having his wife Julia with him on this trip and also the benefits of […]

El Bandido Yankee, NHRA Crew Chief, Scott Hamilton joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Scott sets the stage for a weekend of ASA Stars National Tour racing in Wisconsin and all under the banner of El Bandido Yankee. Fans are taking tequila to the track at two legendary races including the El Bandido […]

Executive Officer for the U.S. Army Golden Knights, MAJ Andrew Keithley joins Dane Neal for Veteran Voices on WGN Radio. Hear as MAJ Keithley shares excitement around the Golden Knights, his journey in the service and great ways the Golden Knights showcase the Army and its opportunities and capabilities. Listen as MAJ Keithley fills us […]

Hot Rod Magazine editor in Chief John McGann joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as John shares the excitement around this annual event that brings fans of the magazine and car culture together for a multi-day road trip that take them down Route 66 and throughout the Midwest. Fans can follow, meet and see […]

Acclaimed star of stage, screen and Chicago, Jeremy Piven joins Dane Neal live on WGN Radio. Hear as Jeremy shares love for the city and Chicagoans and excitement for his upcoming performance June 6th at the iconic Vic Theatre. Listen as Jeremy talks about the connection with fans through the tour across the country and […]

Jim Bob Morris joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio before the 2025 Indianapolis 500. Listen as Jim Bob shares excitement for the race and fans at the track as he and Dane “start the engines” for the race day coverage! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7443256/7443256_2025-05-30-130856.128.mp3 This race weekend make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, the […]

Dane Neal fills in for Lisa Dent on Memorial Day: Segment 1: Robert Irvine joins Dane Neal, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss his passion for military personnel and first responders through The Robert Irvine Foundation. Segment 2: Stan Czech joins to discuss the work that the VFW does and the programs and services they […]

Dane Neal fills in for Lisa Dent this Memorial Day. Segment 1: Phil Ray, General Manager JW Marriott Indianapolis, joins Dane Neal to talk about the aftermath of the Indy 500. Segment 2: Bo Kemp, Founder & CEO of the Southland Development Authority Entrepreneur and Venture Capitalist joins the show to discuss the Achieve Summit. […]

Dane Neal fills in for Lisa Dent on this Memorial Day. Segment 1: Joe Buona of Buona Beef joins Dane Neal about the aftermath of National Italian Beef Day! Segment 2: Veteran Kathryn Spangler joins Dane Neal to discuss mental health, transitioning to civilian life, and the help she received from Veterans Path to Hope. […]

Austin Hunt with the West Point Association of Graduates joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Austin shares the efforts of the WPAOG and the support they offer to Alumni and Cadets with the 2025 graduation coming up. Listen as Austin fills us in on the traditions of the “Firstie Social” and how West […]

Defending Top Fuel Champion Antron Brown joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Antron shares the excitement to be back, team goals this year and what fans can expect at the historic 25th Anniversary of the NHRA Route 66 Nationals!  https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7422115/7422115_2025-05-18-122215.128.mp3 This race weekend make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, […]

Acclaimed Chef and restauranteur Brian Malarkey joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Brian shares the excitement around his latest hit TV show on the Food Network, Cutthroat Kitchen “Knives Out”. Listen as Chef Malarkey goes over the rules and ways contestants play and win as well as the other celebrity Chefs in on […]

IndyCar, NASCAR, USAC Champion and racing Hall of Famer, Tony Stewart joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Tony talks about his incredible career and the transition to Top Fuel in the NHRA. Listen as Tony shares his recent Top Fuel win and the significance for him, the team and the sport of Drag […]

World Champion driver for Kalitta Racing, Shawn Langdon joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio to share excitement around his victory in the 1000th Top Fuel race for the NHRA. Hear as Shawn breaks down the race and how the legendary Big Daddy Don Garlits got in on the celebration as history was made. Shawn also […]

World Champion BBQ Pitmaster and man behind Blues Hog BBQ, Tim Scheer joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Tim shares the excitement around the Blues Hog Stay Saucey Chevrolet being on track and on national TV with the CW and NASCAR for the Andy’s Frozen Custard 300 in TX. Listen as Tim tells us how […]

Reef Relief Program Manager, Alicia Manfroy joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear how Alicia became inspired by the Keys and made her way from the Bay area to Florida for her career. Listen as Alicia shares the situation near Key West and the Barrier Reef with needs and the support work of Reef Relief. […]

Victor Tenorio of Fat Rosies joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio to share excitement around the celebrations at all 7 Chicagoland locations. Listen as Victor goes over the menu hilights and ways guests will be enjoying the food and drinks at Fat Rosies. Each location will feature Mariachi Bands and music with drink specials including […]

Barrio Queen creative Director, Andrew Patti joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Andrew sets the stage for Cinco de Mayo celebrations happening at all the Barrio Queen locations. Listen as Andrew shares favorites on the menu, like the acclaimed table side guacamole and beloved dishes including signature tacos, enchiladas and special selections like […]

IndyCar driver Sting Ray Robb joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Sting Ray Robb shares excitement for the upcoming race at Long Beach and history behind the series there. Listen as Sting Ray Robb talks about his journey in racing, growing up in Idaho, his strong connection to his faith and a career […]

Clare Clarke from Visit Indy joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Clare shares all the excitement in store and in Indy for fans and families during the Big 10 tournament through March Madness and beyond! From great restaurants, hotels, museums and more, Indianapolis is an amazing host city for weekend getaways or world […]

Flyin Ryan Oehler, rider of the El Bandido Yankee Pro Stock Motorcycle for NHRA, joins Dane to preview his race today, share about his season so far, and of course they talk El Bandido Yankee! Matt Slosek,  Vice President and GM of El Bandido Yankee, joins Dean to talk about joining the El Bandido team […]

Maria Bashmakov, Do312 Content Manager + Regional Content Lead, joins Dane to talk about how to celebrate 312 day! For more information visit do312.com. Father Pat McGrath, Pastor at Old St. Patrick’s Church, joins Dane to share what the church is doing to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! Meathead joins the show to share grilling tips […]

Latasha Causey, President of NASCAR’s Phoenix Raceway, joins Dane to talk about today’s Shriners Children’s 500 at Phoenix Raceway, and how racing has grown in Arizona. Ray Evernham, NASCAR Hall of Famer, former team owner and crew chief, joins the show to talk about his career and his book “Trophies and Scars”. Alex Damron, Chief […]