Elton Jim Turano's Captain Pod-tastic on WGN Plus

In this 474th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano believes God only knows what pop music would be without Brian Wilson.

In this 473rd episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano hopes we rein in the power of AI before it becomes too smart to stop it.

In this 472nd episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano is fascinated as late actor Paul Reubens faces his legacy in the new HBO doc “Pee Wee As Himself.”

In this 471st episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano offers his two cents on the end of the penny.

In this 470th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano is proud of how his springtime “Mr. Fix-it” projects have worked out.

In this 469th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano examines the cultural biases surrounding Bill Belichick’s age-gap relationship.

In this 468th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano relates to the fun and pitfalls of friendship explored in Netflix’s new “The Four Seasons.”

In this 467th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano wonders if people still wash their cars by hand.

In this 466th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano proclaims ‘Sede Vacante,” so, “Hey everybody, let’s conclave!”

In this 465th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano says this year’s Masters Tournament proves golf is exciting to watch on TV.

In this 464th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano asks, “Have you done your taxes yet?”

In this 463rd episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano discusses the new, inspired collaboration between Elton John and Brandi Carlile — “Who Believes In Angels?”

In this 462nd episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano may have to admit he can no longer eat a favorite food — onions!

In this 461st episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano gets emotional as recent space mission to bring astronauts home has purpose and positivity.

In this 460th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano hopes Gene Hackman’s tragic death puts the spotlight on the importance of caregivers.

In this 459th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano sees the Oscars becoming more about red carpets, fashion shows, and after parties than celebrating great films.

In this 458th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano is a frequent flyer who still will fly frequently despite recent rash of air incidents.

In this 457th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano celebrates the “Saturday Night Live” legacy — and wonders if it’s time to drop the curtain.

In this 456th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano hopes the NFL transforms the Super Bowl back into a sporting event that celebrates football.

In this 455th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano credits Timothee Chalamet for giving Bob Dylan a voice in the new generation.

In this 454th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano fears sports fans are now more conspiratorial thanks to legalized gambling.

In this 453rd episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano pays tribute to one of his favorite filmmakers — David Lynch.

In this 452nd episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano hopes we learn the vital lesson of prevention in wake of the devastating California wildfires.

In this 451st episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano wonders if he’s the only person in the world who DOESN’T play Wordle.

In this 450th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano ponders the fate of resolutions and the future of AI as 2025 begins.

In this 449th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano demands some major changes for Chicago’s downtown Christkindlmarket in 2025.

In this 448th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano returns to Hawaii for first time since he was 9 years old and makes new and finds old memories.

In this 447th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano discovers his new, favorite holiday song, “Dónde Esta Santa Claus?” by watching a TV commercial.

In this 446th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano relives his lifelong fandom watching new Elton John documentary, “Never Too Late” on Disney Plus.

In this 445th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano wonders why singing during a new film is causing a “wicked” reaction.

In this 444th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano hopes in 2024 Santa Claus is still cool.

In this 443rd episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano applauds new airline technology to stop line-cutting.

In this 442nd episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano shares how the Democratic Party and the media failed the people.

In this 441st episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano urges you to vote to show you care and are engaged.

In this 440th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano observes this Halloween’s outdoor decorations are a “bare bones” display.

In this 439th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano wonders if we’re going through “pumpkin spice fatigue.”

In this 438th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano returns to Gotham City after decades to enjoy the new “Penguin” TV series.

In this 437th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano hopes baseball ends its hypocrisy and inducts Pete Rose into the Hall of Fame.

In this 436th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano gets sucked into the new “Matlock” reboot and its dark, tasty twist.

In this 435th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano needs a “go-to” karaoke song.

In this 434th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano shares his recent tribulations in a parking garage.

In this 433rd episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano believes the importance of this year’s Presidential Debates cannot be debated.