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Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: Braden Montgomery's historic debut

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to dive into what's on Jack's sports-filled brain for that day!

Bill Snyder: Recapping Wednesday's storms

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026


WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the storm that hit us earlier in the day. Then Bill talks about what could potentially be coming and the weekend forecast.

Rich Lenkov on lawsuit filed against UFC at White House

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026


Attorney Rich Lenkov, Capital Member, Downey & Lenkov, and co-host of “Legal Face-Off” on wgnradio.com, joins John Landecker to talk about the latest legal entertainment news, including a lawsuit filed against UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn, the Patagonia vs Pattie Gonia trademark battle, and more!

The John Landecker Food Fight: Fudgsicle® vs. Creamsicle®

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026


Listen below as your host, John Landecker, and segment co-host WGN Radio's Ashley Bihun battle out which sweet treat is better: Fudgsicle® (John) or Creamsicle® (Ashley).

Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: Remembering Stacey King

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to dive into what's on Jack's sports-filled brain for that day!

The history of The Green Mill in Chicago

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026


Paul Carr, director and producer of The Green Mill: A Real Chicago Joint, joins John Landecker on the show to talk about The Green Mill and why he chose to do a documentary about its place in Chicago History.

The Rumore Report: Celebrating big moments in Illinois history for America's 250th birthday

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026


Kori Rumore, a journalist at The Chicago Tribune, joins John Landecker on the program to share what is going on this week in the Vintage Chicago Tribune!

Bill Snyder: Wrapping up a dry May

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026


WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the dry spell we saw in May and when we might see some rain. Then Bill shares the numbers from meteorological spring and gives the weekend forecast!

Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: Caleb Williams the cover athlete of Madden 27

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to dive into what's on Jack's sports-filled brain for that day!

Stanley Cup Final preview with Charlie Roumeliotis

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026


Charlie Roumeliotis, WGN Radio’s Chicago Blackhawks pre and post-game anchor and host of Blackhawks Live, joins John Landecker to update us on where things are at in the Blackhawks offseason and break down the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes. You can hear the Stanley Cup Final here on […]

Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: Bears stadium saga

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to dive into what's on Jack's sports-filled brain for that day!

The John Landecker Food Fight: Sherbet vs. sorbet vs. gelato

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026


Listen below as your host, John Landecker, and segment co-hosts, Ashley Bihun and Jack Heinrich, battle out which sweet treat is better: Sherbet (John), sorbet (Ashley) or gelato (Jack).

Extremely Landecker News: Saying goodbye to Schlitz

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026


Jon Hansen, host of Your Money Matters and Let's Get Legal and host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins John Landecker on the program for some good news all across Chicago for another segment of Extremely Landecker News. We have a Chicago toast to Schlitz, Eels in the city, and more!

Rod Pyle: The mothership matchup

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026


Rod Pyle, editor-in-chief of Ad Astra Magazine, joins John Landecker on the program to dive into some of the most popular sci-fi movies: Project Hail Mary and Enemy Mine, to see how much they got right, as well as react to the Blue Origin New Glenn rocket explosion.

Bill Snyder: It's beginning to look a lot like summer

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026


WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to look back at May and how it stacks up against previous years. They also talk about the dry stretch we’ve been in after the consistent rain and give a weekend forecast!

Two Truths and Eli: Bad boys, bread and badges

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026


Eli Berk, sports producer, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to debut a new game: Two Truths and Eli. John has to figure out which news story is the fake one written by Eli.

Your Hometown: The Chief speaks

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026


Brent Roalson, former Chief of Police for the City of Ottawa, joins John Landecker to discuss his career as police chief, highlights of Ottawa, and the ways the town has grown during his tenure.

Wednesdays with Whit: Award winning season!

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026


Whitney Reynolds, host of The Whitney Reynolds Show, is back for another edition of Wednesdays with Whit! Whitney joins your host, John Landecker, on the program to discuss winning a Hermes Creative Award, wrapping up season 11, and more!

The story of Chicago rock band M&R Rush, as they celebrate 50 years together

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026


John McFarland, M&R Rush guitar player, and Marty Mardirosian, M&R Rush drummer (and the “M” in the name) with Ready Management, join John Landecker on the program to talk about their book “Reach for the Stars – The M&R Rush Story,” which details the story of their band through 50 years of being together. The […]

Windy City Sweets ice cream social to help cats!

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026


John Landecker is joined by Steve Dale, WGN Radio's pet expert, and John Manchester, CEO and Owner of Windy City Sweets, to talk about their ice cream social on June 16th to help raise money for EveryCat Health Foundation. For more information, visit everycat.org.

Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: Cubs snap skid

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to dive into what's on Jack's sports-filled brain for that day!

The John Landecker Food Fight: Pulled pork vs. ribs

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026


Listen below as your host, John Landecker, and segment co-host, WGN Radio's Ashley Bihun, battle out which is better: Pulled pork or ribs.

The Rumore Report: 50 years of Six Flags

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026


Kori Rumore, a journalist at The Chicago Tribune, joins John Landecker on the program to share what is going on this week in the Vintage Chicago Tribune!

Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: Cubs lose 10th straight

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to dive into what's on Jack's sports-filled brain for that day!

Tom Skilling stops by to give the weekend weather!

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026


Bill Snyder has the week off. But have no fear, Tom Skilling joins John Landecker! John and Tom talk about old memories, fun facts, and of course, the weekend weather!

How you can help NASA

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026


Dr. Jennifer Heldmann, Impact Flash citizen science team, and also the Artemis II Science Team Impact Flash Theme Lead, joins John Landecker to say NASA needs your help! If you have a telescope, you could help NASA capture light flashes from the moon. Dr. Heldmann explains what you would do and what they will observe. […]

Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: Fun with sports food!

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to dive into what's on Jack's sports-filled brain for that day!

The John Landecker Group Chat 5/20/26: Two Truths and an Eli

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026


The John Landecker group chat, where youngins Ashley Bihun, Jack Heinrich, and Eli Berk join John to talk about whatever comes to mind. Listen in, you never know where the conversation will head next!

Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: Wildcat wall heading to Evanston in the fall

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker on a Group Chat to dive into what's on Jack's sports-filled brain for that day!

Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: Pete Crow-Armstrong fined after fan interaction

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to dive into what's on Jack's sports-filled brain for that day!

The Rumore Report: Interesting Chicago places connected to Pope Leo XIV

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026


Kori Rumore, a journalist at The Chicago Tribune, joins John Landecker on the program to share what is going on this week in the Vintage Chicago Tribune!

Peter Greenberg talks high travel prices

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026


Peter Greenberg, travel expert and host of Eye on Travel on WGN Radio, joins John Landecker to talk about the latest travel news ahead of Memorial Day Weekend.

Water safety tips as we head into summer

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026


Megan Ferraro, executive director of the national water safety nonprofit The ZAC Foundation and chair of the U.S. National Water Safety Action Plan, joins John Landecker to talk about what The ZAC Foundation is and what its mission is. Then Megan shares information on water risks and tips for staying safe. For more information on […]

Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: White Sox take a fiery series from the Cubs

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to dive into what's on Jack's sports-filled brain for that day!

Tips for summer travel with Herb Weisbaum

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026


Herb Weisbaum, The ConsumerMan and Contributing Editor at Checkbook.org, joins John Landecker to share tips for summer travel and talk about the high prices.

The John Landecker Food Fight: Sushi vs. maki

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026


Listen below as your host, John Landecker, and segment co-host, WGN Radio's Ashley Bihun, battle out which is better: Sushi or maki?

Bill Snyder: Warm temps on the horizon

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026


WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the cooler temperatures we have seen in May, but have no fear its going to warm up soon!

Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: Bears schedule breakdown

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to dive into what's on Jack's sports-filled brain for that day!

Billy Dec explores his family history through food

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026


Billy Dec, Emmy Award-winning TV Personality, Actor, Entrepreneur, and Host of the “Food Roots” documentary, joins John Landecker to talk about his documentary, which follows his journey to find Filipino recipes that run through his family history. There is a screening of “Food Roots,” benefiting the local nonprofit Common Threads, on Tuesday, May 19, at […]

Jack Heinrich's Head Full of Sports Report: White Sox are hot Cubs not so much

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026


Jack Heinrich, sports producer, reporter, anchor, and producer of the John Landecker show, joins John Landecker to dive into what’s on Jack’s sports-filled brain for that day!

How to add some fun to your email

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026


Bill Williams, the man who has been sending daily humor emails for three decades, joins John Landecker to talk about how he started his daily humor emails, his books, and more! For more information, visit internet-humor.com.

Dick Van Dyke's life saved by what??

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026


Steve Dale, WGN Radio's pet expert and host of Steve Dale's Pet World and Steve Dale's Other World, joins John Landecker to talk about what animal saved Dick Van Dyke’s life, does your dog laugh when you laugh, BARK annual walk to raise money for anti-cruelty, and more!

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