John Landecker

Paul Pabst, WGN Radio Sports Correspondent and one of the Executive Producers for theDan Patrick Show, joins John Landecker for Week 17 of the John Landecker Pick ‘Em Pool!

Peter Greenberg, travel expert and ‘Eye on Travel‘ host, joins John Landecker to talk about how the airports are handling the record amount of holiday travel. He also shares tips for travelers to most effectively navigate the airports.

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about what travelers can expect throughout this busy season. They also discuss the relatively warmer temperatures we’re seeing in December and gives a holiday forecast!

Listen below as your host John Landecker and segment co-host, WGN Radio’s Dave Plier, take an interesting and timely spin on the classic Food Fight. They try to figure out the best holiday dessert!

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the December temperatures continuing to be rocky. Bill explains what causes this and gives an extended weekend forecast, hinting towards a calm Christmas.

Paul Pabst, WGN Radio Sports Correspondent and one of the Executive Producers for theDan Patrick Show, joins John Landecker for Week 16 of the John Landecker Pick ‘Em Pool!

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 recap Season 10 of The Whitney Reynolds Show and stories that have shaped the past decade of the show.

Listen below as your host John Landecker and segment co-host, former WGN Radio news anchor Roger Badesch, fight over which is better – Red Vines vs. Twizzlers.

Cam Clarke, American voice actor and memeber of the King Family, joins John Landecker on the show to talk about his latest book titled ‘Now They're All Here: The King Family, Over 100 Years of Entertainment From America's First Family of Song.’ Listen in while Cam shares some of the many stories you’ll be able […]

Kori Rumore, a journalist at The Chicago Tribune, joins John Landecker on the program to talk about what was going on on this date in history in Chicago!

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 his new book: Ask The Dog. The book is now available for preorder at BeaLu Books.

Paul Pabst, WGN Radio Sports Correspondent and one of the Executive Producers for theDan Patrick Show, joins John Landecker for Week 15 of the John Landecker Pick ‘Em Pool!

Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, the twin brothers behind the iconic music group NELSON, join John Landecker to talk about their latest book titled “What Happened to Your Hair?” and what fans can expect when they come out to the Arcada Theatre for Christmas with The Nelsons December 9, 2025 at 7:30 PM. To pre-order your copy […]

Food Fight is back, and this week we tackle another excellent food debate. Listen below as your host John Landecker and segment co-host, sports betting analyst for FOX Sports Sam Panayotovich, battle over which pickle is the best pickle.

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the snow and cold temps we got hit with this past week. Bill explains what causes this and shares the weekend weather.

Herb Weisbaum, The ConsumerMan and Contributing Editor at Checkbook.org, joins John Landecker to share what you should look for when shopping for toys to make sure they are safe for children. Herb also shares why you should shop locally.

Teresa Murray, consumer watchdog with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), joins John Landecker to talk about the latest recalls, including shredded cheese, RITZ crackers and AI chatbots in toys.

Mike Toomey, WGN-TV News announcer, joins John Landecker to talk about the Mike Toomey Christmas Special taking place at Zanies Comedy Club Rosemont. For more information, visit Zanies.

Food Fight is back, and this week we tackle another excellent food debate. Listen below as your host John Landecker takes Italian Beef. Segment co-host Ernie Scatton takes Italian Sausage.

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the powerhouse winds coming this week and snow near the Great Lakes. He also discusses what to expect on the Thanksgiving holiday and gives an extended forecast!

Sam Panayotovich, sports betting analyst for FOX Sports and the BetMGM Network, joins John Landecker to discuss how good the Bears are, playoff odds, and the challenging schedule ahead.

Food Fight is back, and this week we argue that Greek food leads the way over other popular cuisines. Listen below as your host John Landecker and segment co-host Charlie Roumeliotis make the case for Greek food, both in America and Greece.

Paul Durica, Director of Exhibitions at the Chicago History Museum, joins John Landecker to discuss the 50th anniversary of “Siskel & Ebert,” revisiting their favorite “hidden gems” and celebrating the critics who put Chicago on the film map.

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the lack of sunshine in recent days and earlier sunsets. Bill also talks about how temperatures throughout the day have not varied as much as we’re used to at this time of year and gives a weekend forecast!

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 the upcoming Season 10 finale airing Saturday, Nov. 22! They also talk all things Turkey Trot, holiday luncheons and Santa pop-ups.

Food Fight is back, and this week we tackle another excellent food debate. Listen below as your host John Landecker takes Pepsi. Segment co-host  Rollye James takes Mexican Coke.

Herb Weisbaum, The ConsumerMan and Contributing Editor at Checkbook.org, joins John Landecker to share shopping tips for Black Friday and holiday shopping.

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the lake-effect snow we had this week. Then Bill talks about the rising temps and gives this weekend’s forecast!

Rod Pyle, editor-in-chief of Ad Astra Magazine, joins John Landecker on the program to discuss Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) vs. The Invasion (2007).

John Landecker welcomes Steve Bertrand to the show on his last day at WGN Radio, as Steve retires after 40 years at the station.

Paul Pabst, WGN Radio Sports Correspondent and one of the Executive Producers for theDan Patrick Show joins John Landecker and Jack Heinrich for Week 11 of the John Landecker Pick ‘Em Pool!

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Landecker to talk about using a plate to eat your meals and how that helps with portion control and letting your mind see what you’re eating.

Food Fight is back, and this week we tackle another excellent food debate. Listen below as your host John Landecker and segment co-host Rick Kogan talk all things ribs!

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about how the fall weather has stayed relatively calm heading into November and the first potential snow coming up. Bill also gives a forecast for the weekend and beyond!

Jacci Richards, Executive Director of Fisher Outreach Group, Inc., joins John Landecker to discuss the Adopt a Grandparent holiday program which allows senior citizens to fill out a holiday wish list and have community around the holidays. For more information, visit Fisher Outreach Group.

Paul Pabst, WGN Radio Sports Correspondent and one of the Executive Producers for theDan Patrick Show, joins John Landecker for Week 10 of the John Landecker Pick ‘Em Pool!

Herb Weisbaum, The ConsumerMan and Contributing Editor at Checkbook.org, joins John Landecker to share car loan tips and a warning about new robocall tactics.

Paul Lisnek, WGN-TV political reporter, joins John Landecker to talk about tonight’s election results and discuss the government shutdown.

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 potential Spotify lawsuit.

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 how to calm your pets down while the doorbell is ringing during Halloween. Then Steve talks about cat declawing.

Brenda Prater Sellers, author of You Slept Where? Calamities of a Clumsy Businesswoman, joins John Landecker to discuss her book and takes a look inside America’s most haunted places. For more information, visit Brenda Prater Sellers.

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the lowest high temperature Chicago has seen since April and a fall foliage update. Bill also talks about frost advisories in the area and gives a weekend (and Halloween) forecast!