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Garry's wit and absorbing energy keeps Chicagoans entertained day after day. Garry will tell you that his career in radio all began with a dead butterfly. One day he walked out of his house and saw a beautiful dead Monarch butterfly lying on the ground. He scooped up the lifeless harbinger of things…

Garry Meier


    • May 30, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 39m AVG DURATION
    • 1,066 EPISODES

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    The Garry Meier Show podcast is a refreshing and highly entertaining alternative to traditional news or talk radio. As a listener who prefers the podcast format over terrestrial and satellite radio, I find this show to be one of the best in its genre. The host, Garry Meier, has a way of speaking to regular people and keeping them engaged throughout each episode. His years of broadcast experience are apparent as he provides thought-provoking entertainment mixed with unexpected spontaneous conversations and plenty of laughter. This podcast truly feels like having your favorite uncle over for a visit.

    One of the best aspects of The Garry Meier Show podcast is its ability to provide targeted content without bombarding listeners with irrelevant advertisements. Unlike terrestrial and satellite radio, which often feature advertisers that are not relevant or interesting to me, this podcast keeps the focus on enjoyable conversations rather than commercial interruptions. As someone who doesn't care about Draft Kings or My Pillow, it's refreshing to listen to a show that prioritizes content over ads.

    While The Garry Meier Show excels in many areas, there may be some aspects that could be improved upon. Some listeners may find certain hosts hard to listen to, as it can feel like they're just talking for the sake of talking without much substance behind their words. However, Garry Meier stands out as a host who knows how to captivate an audience by keeping things interesting and engaging throughout each episode. With his ability to connect with regular people and provide entertaining content, it's no wonder why many listeners consider him one of the best broadcasters out there.

    In conclusion, The Garry Meier Show podcast is a must-listen for anyone who enjoys entertaining and thought-provoking content without being bombarded by irrelevant advertisements. Garry Meier's ability to speak to regular people and keep them engaged is evident throughout each episode, making this podcast feel like home for many listeners. Whether you're having a bad day or just need a break from the drama in the world, tuning into The Garry Meier Show is sure to provide you with laughs, interesting conversations, and a refreshing escape from traditional radio formats.



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    Latest episodes from Garry Meier Show

    GarrForce Episode 1425 - Friday Fun!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 36:09


    Pre-Board show for tonight's cocktail show featuring an Albert Brooks interview with Steve & Garry from 40 years ago on WLS radio.

    GarrForce Episode 1424 - Wednesday: Halfway to the weekend!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 32:27


    Garry discusses the parking lot of inflatables that Leslie checked out at a nearby mall.

    GarrForce Episode 1423 - Memorial Day 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 33:20


    Garry plays his Dad's tape and shares some insight around Memorial Day.

    GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 5-23-25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 102:55


    Here's a twist: we've been doing live streaming shows for FIVE years. The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! concludes its fifth season starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, May 23, 2025. Nonsense and yappetizers aplenty will be available. You bring your own whatever and be safe and responsible while you stream along LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! (or catch a replay at your convenience) on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.

    GarrForce Episode 1423 - Ron Santo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 29:41


    Pre-Board flight including a interview with Ron Santo 

    GarrForce Episode 1422 - A Visit with Dan Fedor

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 33:27


    Garry visits with Dan Fedor. Plus, a man is in trouble for shooting livestock.

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    GarrForce Episode 1421 - A Monday in May

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 33:24


    Garry discusses the haboob that went through Chicago land area along with Leslie's neighborhood prom party. Plus, jelly shots end up at elementary school.

    GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 5-16-25

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 115:28


    The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! goes wheels up at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, May 16, 2025. Along with the usual nonsense and yappetizers, Garry plans to chat with members of both of our regular bands, Oh Yes! and Bon Journeyed. Stream along LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! (or catch a replay at your convenience) on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.

    GarrForce Episode 1420 - A Pre-Flight Throw Back

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 36:08


    Pre-Flight fun and a throw back where Garry visits. with Brian Dennehy  

    GarrForce Episode 1419 - Who Wants a Bath?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 33:11


    Garry and Leslie discuss what a Japanese tongue bath is and that Garry got credit for the phrase in Urban Dictionary.

    GarrForce Episode 1418 - Who's Bob?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 31:18


    Garry shares his thoughts on the new Pope and what it will do for the town of Dalton Illinois. 

    GarrForce Episode 1417 - APRIL 3, 2009 - Way Back in Time Show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 70:16


    No Cocktail Show tonight! Instead this is a show from April 3, 2009 which was Garry's first show at WGN Radio as the permanent host on WGN Radio.

    GarrForce Episode 1416 - Who Wants a Lolipop?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 31:22


    Garry discusses recaps the Met Gala and everything surrounding that event. Plus, a mom in Kentucky was upset by the shipment of 70,000 lolipops waiting at her doorstep.

    GarrForce Cocktail Show 5-2-2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 221:18


    Did you know that a baby giraffe's entry into the world starts with a drop of about six feet? Speaking of rough journeys and transitions, April's end means its time for the first May 2025 edition of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! Stream along LIVE, LIVE, LIVE, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, May 2nd. Yes, this week is also a “Commando” show, with no scheduled guests. We'll serve up a generous assortment of yappetizers and nonsense on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.

    GarrForce Episode 1415 - What's your nickname?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 32:10


    Garry shares famous people's nicknames. Plus, a funeral director is in trouble for not handling people's dead pets correctly.

    GarrForce Episode 1414 - A Pre-Flight Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 14:43


    Did you know that a baby giraffe's entry into the world starts with a drop of about six feet? Speaking of rough journeys and transitions, April's end means its time for the first May 2025 edition of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! Stream along LIVE, LIVE, LIVE, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, May 2nd.

    GarrForce Episode 1413 - A throwback from 2014!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 59:26


    Enjoy a throwback show from 2014. Happy Wednesday!

    GarrForce Episode 1412 - Smellin' Good

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 31:03


    Garry discusses an armored car that lost 300k in the Chicago area. Plus, a bakery does now want smelly people to come inside. Please use the drive thru.

    GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 4-25-25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 105:47


    How about a round of capture the flag before April ends? Well, maybe just hang around while Garry drinks a round on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! on April 25, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. It's another “Commando” show, because there are no scheduled guests, but we'll lay out the usual assortment of yappetizers and nonsense on a game board so you can move along in real time--but only if you stream along on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.

    GarrForce Episode 1411- Capture the Flag

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 13:41


    Preboard for tonight's cocktail show. How about a round of capture the flag before April ends? Well, maybe just hang around while Garry drinks a round on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! on April 25, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. It's another “Commando” show, because there are no scheduled guests, but we'll lay out the usual assortment of yappetizers and nonsense on a game board so you can move along in real time--but only if you stream along on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.

    GarrForce Episode 1410 - Quickly Sinking in Sand

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 35:01


    Garry discusses a story about a man who runs into quick sand in Michigan. Plus, a driver follows Google map directions which sends him driving off a partial completed bridge.

    GarrForce Episode 1409 - Post Easter Monday Fun

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 34:25


    Garry discusses how much stuff the average home has and why many people don't manage their junk well. Plus, two teenagers are in trouble because they were trying to transport thousands of ants illegally.

    GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 4-18-25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 204:52


    t's Good Friday. It's the seventh night of Passover. It's The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! on April 18, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. It's called “Commando” because there are no scheduled guests, but the usual assortment of yappetizers and nonsense are on hand. You can only stream the cocktail hour LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.

    GarrForce Episode 1408 - April April April

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 13:00


    It's Good Friday Pre-Board Show. It's the seventh night of Passover. It's The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! on April 18, 2025, will be starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. It's called “Commando” because there are no scheduled guests, but the usual assortment of yappetizers and nonsense are on hand. You can only stream the cocktail hour LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.

    GarrForce Episode 1407 - 1,2,3 Blast Off!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 28:35


    Garry discusses more about the "Ladies Who Launch" on the Blue Origin. Plus, firefighters have to rescue a dog on a roof.

    GarrForce Episode - April Showers & Craziness

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 30:55


    Garry discusses the trend that more husbands these days are staying home while the wife goes to work. Plus, a McDonald's employee is in trouble for choking down a young customer behind the counter.

    GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 4-11-25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 90:26


    Official GarrForce Bartender Jenna Duddleston will be mixing up an aperitif for April on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! on April 11, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central: The usual assortment of yappetizers and plenty of other nonsense will be served up too. The Cocktail Hour streams LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.

    GarrForce Episode 1405 - Pre-Flight Boarding

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 18:32


    Pre-Flight show to get ready for the Live Cocktail Show later this evening. Tonight the official GarrForce Bartender Jenna Duddleston will be mixing up an aperitif for April on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! on April 11, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central: The usual assortment of yappetizers and plenty of other nonsense will be served up too. The Cocktail Hour streams LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel

    GarrForce Episode 1404 - April Showers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 34:22


    Garry discusses a few McDonald's hacks along with what beer goes your astrological sign. Plus, a man in Nevada is in trouble for keeping tigers as pets.

    GarrForce Episode 1403 - Fever Dreams

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 35:41


    Garry discusses the ending to the series The White Lotus. Plus, a surgeon who posted a picture of a patient is in trouble.

    GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 4-4-25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 71:24


    Welcome GarrForce! Friday, April 4, 2025, 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central is wheels up for The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! in 2025! Garry's guest will be Henry Sikora. The cocktail hour show streams LIVE exclusively on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.

    GarrForce Epside 1402 - Preflight Trash Clean-up

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 14:30


    Welcome GarrForce! Friday, April 4, 2025, 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central is wheels up for The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! in 2025! Garry's guest will be Henry Sikora. 

    GarrForce Premium Episode 4-3-25

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 62:16


    Garry discusses how much trash is around the country and about the Friday Cocktail Show guest who is helping clean up in the Chicago suburbs. Plus, doctors are looking to grow human body parts.

    GarrForce Episode 1401 - April Showers Brings Craziness

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 35:07


    Garry discusses a woman who got a health day MRI that saved her life. Plus, a doctor tries to drug and throw his wife off a cliff.

    GarrForce Episode 1400 - Spring Time Aliens

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 37:09


    Garry shares the states that you are most likely to get abducted by aliens in. Plus, Idaho may have a new law that is cracking down on nudity.

    GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 3-28-25

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 94:21


    March out like this on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! on March 28, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central: Official GarrForce Bartender Jenna Duddleston will be mixing up an Irish Lemonade and our Gen Z Reporter Caitlin Sheridan will be aboard to share her latest generational insights. The usual assortment of yappetizers and plenty of other nonsense will be served up too. The Cocktail Hour streams LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel. Subscribe now, please! It's free and can be found at "   / garrforcelive  " Once subscribed, you can also click the bell icon to be notified when the show is LIVE! Every one of the cocktail hour shows can be replayed there on demand too. The GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel is also the only place you can share comments that we may see in our virtual studio, and it is the only place you can play along for Leslie's giveaway. Comments shared while we are live streaming may be shown on the screen and/or we may talk about them. You can always text or leave voicemail at: 1.773.888.2157 (regular charges apply).

    GarrForce Episode 1399 - Pre-Flight Ready!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 11:25


    March out like this on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! on March 28, 2025, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central: Official GarrForce Bartender Jenna Duddleston will be mixing up an Irish Lemonade and our Gen Z Reporter Caitlin Sheridan will be aboard to share her latest generational insights. The usual assortment of yappetizers and plenty of other nonsense will be served up too.

    GarrForce Episode 1398 - March Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 34:48


    Garry discusses why some pickles have ridges on them. Plus, a goat lets out a pet kangaroo out of the pen.

    GarrForce Episode 1397 - A Magic Monday

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 31:49


    Garry discusses the days when comedians could be comedians. Plus, advances in VR headsets uses they are now being used in prisons and on farms 

    GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 3-21-25

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 141:19


    Longtime GarrForce tech reporter Dan Fedor returns to chat about getting charged up on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE on Friday, March 21, 2025. The show goes wheels up at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, and we'll also have our usual assortment of yappetizers and nonsense too. Like all editions of the Cocktail Hour LIVE, the show streams live on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel. Please subscribe! It's free and can be found at "   / garrforcelive  " Once there and subscribed, click the bell icon to be notified when the show is LIVE! All episodes of the show can be replayed there on demand. The GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel is also the only place you can share comments that we may see in our virtual studio, and it is the only place you can play along for Leslie's giveaway. Comments shared while we are live streaming may be shown on the screen and/or we may talk about them. You can always text or leave voicemail at: 1.773.888.2157 (regular charges apply).

    GarrForce Episode 1396 - Pre-Flight Charge

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 12:25


    Longtime GarrForce tech reporter Dan Fedor returns to chat about getting charged up on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE on Friday, March 21, 2025. The show goes wheels up at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, and we'll also have our usual assortment of yappetizers and nonsense too.

    GarrForce Episode 1395 - West Coast Traveling

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 35:09


    Garry discusses his recent trip to LA.

    GarrForce Episode 1394 - Interview with Larry Schechter

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 20:03


    Garry talks with Larry Schechter about the history of fantasy sports.

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    GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 3-14-25

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 145:49


    The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE goes wheels-up on Friday, March 14, 2025 at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Yappetizers and nonsense will be served up as per usual. The show streams live on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel. Please subscribe! It's free! Once there and subscribed, click the bell icon to be notified when the show is LIVE! All past editions of the show are there too, and you can replay any of them at your convenience. The GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel is also the only place you can share comments that we may see in our virtual studio, and it is the only place you can play along for Leslie's giveaway. Comments shared while we are live streaming may be shown on the screen and/or we may talk about them. You can always text or leave voicemail at: 1.773.888.2157 (regular charges apply).

    GarrForce Episode 1393 - Preflight Shamrocks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 11:19


    The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE goes wheels-up on Friday, March 14, 2025 at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Yappetizers and nonsense will be served up as per usual. The show streams live on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel. Please subscribe! It's free! Once there and subscribed, click the bell icon to be notified when the show is LIVE! All past editions of the show are there too, and you can replay any of them at your convenience.

    GarrForce Episode 1392 - Spring Break!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 34:36


    Garry discusses the missing person in the Dominican Republic. Plus, man in Florida is under arrest for attacking a man with a Pringles can.

    GarrForce Episode 1391 - Happy Daylight Saving Time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 29:00


    Garry discusses the effects of the time change on pets and how close a guy's new wife and ex-wife are. Plus, NPR is publishing a newsletter to help people adjust to the time change.

    GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 3-7-25

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 183:00


    The first Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE of meteorological spring goes wheels-up on Friday, March 7, 2025 at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Yappetizers and nonsense will be served up as per usual. The show streams live on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel. Please subscribe! It's free and can be found at "   / garrforcelive  " Once there and subscribed, click the bell icon to be notified when the show is LIVE! All past editions of the show are there too, and you can replay any of them at your convenience. The GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel is also the only place you can share comments that we may see in our virtual studio, and it is the only place you can play along for Leslie's giveaway. Comments shared while we are live streaming may be shown on the screen and/or we may talk about them. You can always text or leave voicemail at: 1.773.888.2157 (regular charges apply).

    GarrForce Epsidoe 1390 - Pre-flight Spring Cocktails

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 13:48


    The first Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE of meteorological spring goes wheels-up on Friday, March 7, 2025 at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Yappetizers and nonsense will be served up as per usual. The show streams live on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel. Please subscribe! It's free and can be found at "   / garrforcelive  " Once there and subscribed, click the bell icon to be notified when the show is LIVE! All past editions of the show are there too, and you can replay any of them at your convenience.

    GarrForce Episode 1389 - Ash Wednesday

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 34:34


    Garry discusses when Leslie will being going to mass to get her giant ash cross on her forehead. Plus, car plowed through the Damm Pub in order to steal the ATM.  

    GarrForce Episode 1388 - Mardi Gras Week!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 33:19


    Garry discusses taking an ambulance ride and what he thinks about the upcoming Oscars. Plus, a woman locks hers boyfriend in a storage unit for several days.

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