Podcasts about john landecker

Closing out meteorological summer, Bill Snyder, longtime WGN-TV weather producer, storm guru, and meteorological master, joins John Landecker to discuss an unusually cool end of August – the last week of which saw temperatures fail to reach 80 degrees for only the sixth time in history. Will Labor Day bring back the 80-degree temps? And, […]

Celebrating Lake Geneva as Your Hometown with John Landecker is Skip Harless, ManagingDirector of Grand Geneva Resort & Spa and Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark. Highlights include the origins of the Dan Patch Stables, the Brute golf course, the Wee Nip short golf course opening in spring 2026, and John’s memories of the resort’s private […]

Kori Rumore, a journalist at The Chicago Tribune, joins John Landecker on the program to talk about retired amusement parks throughout the Chicago area and the evolution of “Little Orphan Annie.”

WGN Radio Sports Correspondent and one of the Executive Producers for theDan Patrick Show, Paul Pabst joins John Landecker on the show to preview the NFLseason that lays ahead.

Jacob Ryan Reno, the Terrible Chicago Artist, joins John Landecker to discuss the monstrosities he creates at the Logan Square Farmers’ Market. For just $5 and 5 “terrible” minutes, you can get your own portrait drawn by Reno, share stories, and get a rather unique piece of art.

Teresa Murray, consumer watchdog with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), joins John Landecker to talk about the multitude of recalls across stores nationwide featuring products like Hostess, Jeep, Blue Bell Ice Cream, and more.

Food Fight is back, and this week we tackle another excellent food debate. Listen below as your host John Landecker takes the side of chicken & waffles. Segment co-host Dan Levy takes biscuits & gravy. Check out Dan's podcast, Barguments! Listen below to hear the debate and who won!

Paul Lisnek, WGN-TV political reporter, joins John Landecker to explain President Donald Trump’s plan to deploy the National Guard in Chicago to combat crime and the responses from Governor JB Prtizker and Mayor Brandon Johnson.

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about a new show Bill is a part of that will air daily at 7pm on WGN+ called The Forecasters. Then Bill talks about the recent shift in the weather we have seen with rain and cooler temperatures.

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 back-to-school busyness! Then Whitney talks about the fall season, taping with a live audience, and upcoming events she will be a part of, among other things!

Attorney Rich Lenkov, Capital Member, Downey & Lenkov, and co-host of “Legal Face-Off” on wgnradio.com, joins John Landecker to discuss a lawsuit alleging airlines sell window seats that are actually windowless, the “Alligator Alcatraz” case, and more.

Popular radio disc jockey John Landecker is more often known by his full legal name: John Records Landecker. Over a decade-long career Landecker built a national following.In this 2013 interview Landecker reflects on his long career -- and explains exactly what a "boogie check"isGet your copy of Records Truly Is My Middle Name by John Records LandeckerAs an Amazon Associate, Now I've Heard Everything earns from qualifying purchases.You may also enjoy my interviews with Bruce "Cousing Brucie" Morrow and Waolfman Jack For more vintage interviews with celebrities, leaders, and influencers, subscribe to Now I've Heard Everything on Spotify, Apple Podcasts. and now on YouTubePhoto by #radio #Disc jockeys #Top 40 #1970sCome on over to AI After 40 on YouTube

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 podcast, Booth 46.

Author and registered dietician nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner joins John Landecker, to share healthy ways to eat potatoes. Then Dawn shares other health tips!

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 share tips on how to help your dog go to the bathroom in rainy weather. Then Steve shares other pet news.

Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Landecker to talk about how, even with the recent rainfall, you need to make sure your lawn and plants are properly watered. Then Bob answers listener questions.

Food Fight is back, and this week we tackle another excellent food debate. Listen below as your host John Landecker takes the side of blue cheese. Segment co-host Dan Levy takes a ranch. Check out Dan's podcast, Barguments! Listen below to hear the debate and who won!

Bob Sirott and John Landecker are back again for round 2 of For Radio Geeks Only! Join Bob and John as they go down memory lane from their time working together back in the day. Ron Riley, legendary WLS disc jockey, and Spike O’Dell, legendary WGN Radio host, also call into the show to share […]

Bob Sirott and John Landecker are back again for round 2 of For Radio Geeks Only! Join Bob and John as they go down memory lane from their time working together back in the day. Ron Riley, legendary WLS disc jockey, and Spike O’Dell, legendary WGN Radio host, also call into the show to share […]

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about what a hot August we’ve been having this summer. Bill also warns that the tropics are starting to get active. To wrap up, Bill shares a weekend weather forecast for the Chicago Air and Water Show occurring this weekend.

Peter Greenberg, travel expert and host of Eye on Travel on WGN Radio, joins John Landecker to talk about what digital identity is and the role it could have for traveling in the future.

Helen Hunt and Paul Reiser, stars of the ’90s sitcom Mad About You (and its recent reboot), join John Landecker to reminisce about the show and talk about Helen and Paul’s upcoming appearances this weekend at Fan Expo in Rosemont. For more information, visit fanexpohq.com/fanexpochicago/.

Doug McConnell, world-class open-water swimmer and founder of A Long Swim, alongside John Quail, Director of Policy and Conservation at Friends of the Chicago River, join John Landecker to talk about the approval of swimming in the Chicago River for the first time in 98 years and to share the event they are organizing to […]

Teresa Murray, a consumer watchdog with the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), joins John Landecker to talk about recalls from DermaRite Industries, Ford Motors, and more.

Food Fight is back, and this week we tackle another excellent food debate. Listen below as your host John Landecker takes the side of Twinkies®. Segment co-host Dan Levy takes a Ho Hos®. Check out Dan's podcast, Barguments! Listen below to hear the debate and who won!

Paul Lisnek, WGN-TV political reporter, joins John Landecker to explain what the tariffs President Donald Trump put on other countries are and who pays them. Then Paul discusses President Trump’s decision to call in the National Guard to Washington, D.C.

Jen Jolly, tech reporter and founder of Techish.com, joins John Landecker to talk about tech tips for kids as they go back to school and how to manage screen time.

Kate Higbee, Griffin Museum of Science and Industry’s Senior Director of Brand Engagement and Events, joins John Landecker to talk about MSI’s new escape room coming this month and the theme for this year, The Wandering Alchemist.

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about how many 90-degree days we have had this year. Then Bill provides an update on the Canadian wildfire situation.

Rod Pyle, Editor in Chief of Ad Astra magazine, joins John Landecker to discuss NASA saying that the United States should build a nuclear reactor on the moon.

Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune Columnist and host of After Hours with Rick Kogan, 5p-7p Sundays on WGN Radio, joins John Landecker to talk about the life of Tom Lehrer.

Dr. Ian Grant, a behavioral neurologist at Northwestern Medicine, joins John Landecker to talk about whether diabetes drugs like Ozempic can lower the risk of developing dementia or Alzheimer’s disease and why more studies will tell us more.

Food Fight is back, and this week we tackle another excellent food debate. Listen below as your host John Landecker takes the side of Cherry Slurpee. Segment co-host Dan Levy takes a Frozen Coke. Check out Dan's podcast, Barguments! Listen below to hear the debate and who won!

Rod Pyle, editor-in-chief of Ad Astra Magazine, joins John Landecker on the program to discuss Star Wars vs Star Trek.

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the poor air quality we have today and when the air might get better. To wrap up, Bill shares a weekend weather forecast for Lollapalooza.

Jack Guldenbecker, Community Development Officer, Village of Minooka, joins John Landecker to discuss Minooka’s great dining options for a night out and their strong community.

Kori Rumore, a journalist at The Chicago Tribune, joins John Landecker on the program to talk about what people used to do in Chicago during summer back in the day. Then Kori shares other stories from the archives!

Janelle Iaccino, A.K.A. The Bug Lady, Rose Pest Solutions' Marketing Director, joins John Landecker to discuss the recent rise of firefiles in big cities.

Food Fight is back, and this week we tackle another excellent food debate. Listen below as your host John Landecker takes the side of green beans. Segment co-host Dan Levy takes broccoli. Check out Dan's podcast, Barguments! Listen below to hear the debate and who won!

Herb Weisbaum, The ConsumerMan and Contributing Editor at Checkbook.org, joins John Landecker to share what you need know to about electric vehicle (EV) tax credits before they go away on September 30th. The Herb shares other tips you need to know.

WGN-TV weather producer Bill Snyder joins John Landecker to talk about the storms we saw Thursday and if there are any more on the way. Then Bill talks about the humidity and explains what corn sweat is and how it affects humidity.

Erin Molek, Development Manager of Ogden Avenue Supportive Housing, and Sandburg High School students Jack Canellis, Matthew Miller, and Braydon Guffad join John Landecker to talk about their idea to run from Wrigley Field to Rate Field this Saturday to raise funds for a nonprofit BEDS Plus, which is fighting homelessness in our communities. For […]

Iridian Fierro, our wrestling insider and co-host of WrestFriends Podcast, joins John Landecker to discuss the life and legacy of Hulk Hogan, who passed away today at the age of 71.

Steve Dale joins John Landecker to discuss recent plays he has seen and highly recommends around 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 how to keep your dog cool and safe during this heat wave.

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 new video boards in her studio for the upcoming season and discuss what is coming to the Whitney Reynolds Show this October!

Food Fight is back, and this week we tackle another excellent food debate. Listen below as your host John Landecker takes the side Reese's Pieces. Segment co-host Dan Levy takes the M&M's. Check out Dan's podcast, Barguments! Listen below to hear the debate and who won!

Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Landecker to talk about how to prepare your lawn for the heat that is coming and maintenance for it. Then Bob answers listener questions.

Attorney Rich Lenkov, Capital Member, Downey & Lenkov, and co-host of “Legal Face-Off” on wgnradio.com, joins John Landecker to discuss whether or not there are any legal implications from the Coldplay kiss cam incident.

Bob Sirott joins John Landecker to take a walk down memory lane and share radio stories from the 1970s. Bob and John team up for a special hour of 1970s nostalgia, sharing their favorite stories from back in the day, and answering listener questions!