Podcasts about plier

Au programme de l'émission du 16 février 2026 : Craignez-vous une hausse de la violence politique ? / Laurent Nuñez peut-il faire plier l'Algérie ?

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks with WGN Radio producer Neal Fischer and tonight's guest producer Ashley Bihun about Neal's latest book, “The Rom-Com Ultimate Trivia Book” exploring the trivia, secrets, and behind-the-scenes stories that make romantic movies irresistible.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier sits down with comedian George Lopez to discuss his first appearance on Johnny Carson's Tonight Show, his groundbreaking sitcom, the history of Latinos on television, and his experience hosting a late-night talk show. Lopez shares why he's happiest when he's on stage, bringing laughter to audiences everywhere. For tickets to George's […]

WGN Radio's Dave Plier shares his conversation with Emmy and Grammy award-winning, producer, director, writer and documentary filmmaker Andrew Solt to talk about the most valued television libraries of all time which he owns: The Ed Sullivan Show and The Beatles first appearance on American television. The collection includes over 10,000 performances including The Beatles, The Rolling […]

WGN Radio's Dave Plier and Jeff Rogers of Jeff Rogers Unlimited take an inside look at this year's Super Bowl commercials — breaking down the record-setting ad spend, the celebrity talent behind the spots, and the strategies brands use to capture the attention of one of television's largest audiences. With Super Bowl commercials now a […]

WGN-TV's Pat Tomasulo shares his thoughts on the Big Game this Sunday, plus a the upcoming ‘Laugh Your Face Off Event' on Saturday April 25th, benefiting The Facial Pain Research Foundation, to find a cure for trigeminal neuralgia. For tickets, visit LaughYourFaceOff.org.

WGN Radio personality Dave Plier sits down with late-night television legend Jay Leno for an engaging and deeply personal conversation you won't want to miss. Featured prominently in The Evolution of Late Night Television exhibit, now on display at the Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago, Jay reflects on his journey from young stand-up comic […]

Et si c'était l'ultimatum de trop ? Ce week-end, Donald TRUMP a menacé huit pays européens, dont la France, de droits de douane supplémentaires s'ils persistent à s'opposer à l'annexion du Groenland… Un chantage qui semble provoquer le tant attendu sursaut européen : le Parlement menace de ne pas ratifier l'accord douanier trouvé cet été avec les Américains, pendant qu'Emmanuel MACRON demande pour la toute première fois l'activation de l'outil anti-coercition, un instrument de riposte économique surnommé le “bazooka” européen. TRUMP a-t-il franchi la ligne rouge ? Nous allons en débattre ce lundi 19 janvier avec nos invités : Gilles GRESSANI, Directeur et cofondateur de la revue Le Grand Continent, volume L'Empire de l'ombre. Guerre et terre au temps de l'IA sous la direction de Giuliano Da Empoli (coédition Gallimard et Le Grand Continent, avril 2025)Tara VARMA, Directrice de la prospective stratégique au German Marshall Fund of the United StatesGérard ARAUD, Diplomate, ancien ambassadeur de France en Israël et aux Etats-Unis, ancien représentant permanent de la France aux Nations Unies (2009-2014), auteur du livre Lecons de diplomatie. La France face au monde qui vient (éd. Tallandier, 16 octobre 2025)François CHIMITS, Économiste, responsable du programme Europe à l'Institut Montaigne

durée : 00:38:28 - Questions du soir : le débat - par : Quentin Lafay, Stéphanie Villeneuve - Au Groenland, depuis le 14 janvier 2026, une vingtaine de soldats européens sont déployés sur l'île dans le cadre de la mission Arctic Endurance. Un exercice décidé en urgence par Copenhague, hors du cadre de l'OTAN, présenté comme un entraînement, mais revendiqué comme un signal stratégique. - invités : David Cadier Docteur en sciences politiques; Yves Bertoncini enseignant à l'ESCP Business school et au corps des mines. Consultant en affaires européennes, directeur de l'institut Jacques Delors de 2011 à 2017; Adrien Abecassis directeur des initiatives politiques au Forum de Paris sur la paix

durée : 00:38:28 - Questions du soir : le débat - par : Quentin Lafay, Stéphanie Villeneuve - Au Groenland, depuis le 14 janvier 2026, une vingtaine de soldats européens sont déployés sur l'île dans le cadre de la mission Arctic Endurance. Un exercice décidé en urgence par Copenhague, hors du cadre de l'OTAN, présenté comme un entraînement, mais revendiqué comme un signal stratégique. - invités : David Cadier Docteur en sciences politiques; Yves Bertoncini enseignant à l'ESCP Business school et au corps des mines. Consultant en affaires européennes, directeur de l'institut Jacques Delors de 2011 à 2017; Adrien Abecassis directeur des initiatives politiques au Forum de Paris sur la paix

Les Européens sont-ils condamnés à plier face à Donald Trump ? Le week-end a été marqué par les menaces douanières de Donald Trump sur les membres des 27, plus la Norvège et le Royaume-Uni qui s'opposent à ses désirs expansionnistes au Groenland. Sommes-nous entrés dans l'ère de la coercition entre alliés ? Parlons-en avec Pascale Joannin, Directrice Générale, Fondation Robert Schuman, Yves-Thibaut de Silguy, ancien Commissaire européen et Jérôme Viala-Gaudefroy, Chargé de cours à Sciences Po Saint-Germain-en-Laye, spécialiste des Etats-Unis et auteur de "Les mots de Trump" (éd. Dalloz, 2025).

WGN Radio's Dave Plier and Dave Schwan reflect on the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as they revisit past conversations with civil rights leader Jesse Jackson and Dr. King's granddaughter, Yolanda Scott King, highlighting the impact of Dr. King's work on generations past and present.

Dave Plier shares his conversation with comedy legend Robert Smigel, the creative force behind the “Da Bears” sketch and the voice of Triumph the Insult Comic Dog. They dive into Smigel's incredible career, from writing sketches on 425 episodes of Saturday Night Live to co-writing films with Adam Sandler, Conan O’Brien, and more.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks with Chicago Bears Super Bowl champion Kevin ‘Butthead' Butler, radio legend Kevin Matthews, and Jim Shorts about the 1985 Bears' legendary adventures on the Kevin Matthews Show, the new Loop exhibit at the Museum of Broadcast Communications, and a conversation previewing this Sunday's Bears-Rams game.

Ce mardi 11 janvier, la situation à Cuba après la déstabilisation du régime Maduro par Donald Trump a été abordée par Annalisa Cappellini dans sa chronique, dans l'émission Good Morning Business, présentée par Laure Closier, sur BFM Business. Retrouvez l'émission du lundi au vendredi et réécoutez la en podcast.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier welcomes comedian Erica Rhodes, who went viral last year on the WGN-TV Morning News, to talk about dating, aging, and her appearances at Zanies Rosemont this weekend: TONIGHT at 7pm, Friday and Saturday at 7pm and 9:15pm. You can get $10 OFF the late show on Saturday if you mention WGN. For tickets, visit […]

Pour concrétiser « l'espoir  » de Mar-a-Lago, le président américain devra persuader son homologue russe qu'il ne lui offrira pas à la table des négociations ce qu'il n'a pas su conquérir par la force.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Andrea Darlas joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to talk about the upcoming WGN-TV New Year's Eve special ‘Coast to Coast Countdown 2026'.

Attorney and WGN Radio host Karen Conti talks to WGN Radio's Dave Plier about the new laws that take effect on New Year's Day 2026.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to Dr. Ian Smith about the fallacies about New Year's resolutions, motivation and commitment to make a change in your life and his latest book ‘The Last 15' with meal plans and more.

UIC Adjunct Lecturer and historian Wally Podrazik joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier, along with Ryan Burrow, Mark Carman and Amanda Czarnecki look back at the notable figures we lost in 2025 including Rob Reiner, James Lovell, Brian Wilson, Diane Keaton, George Wendt, Ryne Sandberg, Roberta Flack, Charlie Kirk, Sister Jean, Hulk Hogan and more.

Actor, director and producer Peter Billingsley joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier for a nostalgic conversation about the making of A Christmas Story and its lasting impact. Billingsley shares behind-the-scenes stories from the original film, talks about revisiting the beloved world in A Christmas Story 2, reveals which original props he still owns, and reflects on […]

“A century is not enough,” says iconic entertainer Dick Van Dyke. To celebrate Dick Van Dyke's 100th birthday, WGN Radio's Dave Plier revisits a joyful, wide-ranging conversation with the entertainment legend himself. From growing up in Danville, Illinois, to starring in classics like The Dick Van Dyke Show, Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and […]

WGN Radio's Dave Plier sits down with the stars of one of the most beloved holiday films of all time — National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. In this festive conversation, Chevy Chase and Beverly D'Angelo revisit the behind-the-scenes stories that helped turn the Griswold family's misadventures into a Christmas classic watched by generations. From on-set memories […]

WGN Radio's Dave Plier welcomes WGN-TV's Larry Potash to talk about his hosting duties at the Museum of Broadcast Communications (440 W. Randolph St., Chicago) on Saturday, Dec. 6, at noon, and the upcoming WGN-TV Toy Drive on Friday, Dec. 12. Plus, a bonus encore interview with legendary anchorman Bill Kurtis. For tickets, visit museum.tv.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier welcomes WTTW's Geoffrey Baer in studio to talk about his new TV special, “Chicago Works.” In this new 60-minute program, Baer meets (and helps) the industrious workers across the city and suburbs who operate Chicago's moveable bridges, deliver millions of packages, care for the city's animals, process recycling, operate the Wrigley […]

Chaque jour, en quelques minutes, un résumé de l'actualité culturelle. Rapide, facile, accessible.Notre compte InstagramDES LIENS POUR EN SAVOIR PLUSOlivia Dean - Ticket Master : BBC, HuffPost, Rolling StoneJafar Panahi : Le Monde, Libération, HuffPostLaure Manaudou DALS : 20 Minutes, HuffPostPlan Lecture France : France Info, France Bleu, education.gouvSamsung - Nouveau smartphone pliable : Samsung, Les Echos, NumeramaParc Astérix Allemagne : Le Monde, Le Parisien, TF1 InfoÉcriture : Eden AyachIncarnation : Blanche Vathonne Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to author and host of The Carson Podcast Mark Malkoff about his new book ‘Love Johnny Carson', a wildly entertaining read by one of the world's most obsessed and informed fans of TV icon Johnny Carson, setting the record straight on Carson’s legacy and shining light on the personality behind […]

WGN Radio's Lou Manfredini, John Williams, Lisa Dent, Bob Sirott, John Landecker, Jon Hansen, Rollye James, Joe Romano, Hayley Boyd, Karen Conti, Steve Dale, David Hochberg and Dave Plier share what they are thankful for on this Thanksgiving Day. What are YOU thankful for?

WGN Radio's Dave Plier and Dave Schwan share the history of the very first Thanksgiving and the traditions that have developed over the years.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Dave Plier in for Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Dave and Dean talks about the 20th anniversary of “Bozo, Gar and Ray: WGN TV Classics,” as well as what movies are must-see in the theater this Thanksgiving weekend.

Weber Grill Ambassador Kevin Kolman talks turkey on your grill, sides and more this Thanksgiving morning with WGN Radio’s Dave Plier in for Bob Sirott.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to legendary anchorman Bill Kurtis about his book ‘Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News', plus his upcoming appearance on Saturday December 6th, 2025 at 12pm featuring a Q&A, book signing and meet and greet. For tickets, visit MUSEUM.TV.

Goose Island's annual Bourbon County Stout lineup will be released on Black Friday!  WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to Todd Ahsmann, President of Goose Island, Mike Siegel, Goose Island Senior Innovation Manager, and Brian Noonan & Cody Gough from the Crafty Brewers podcast about this time-honored tradition, the history, the process, and why Bourbon County […]

Brian Noonan, Wally Podrazik, Justin Kulovsek and Chris Pokorny (the museum exhibit team) join WGN Radio's (and MBC chair, president and CEO) Dave Plier to talk about the new exhibits at the Museum of Broadcast Communications: “Johnny Carson: The Centennial,” “The Evolution of Late Night,” Antenna TV's “I Dream of Jeannie” 65th anniversary, “Bozo's Circus” […]

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to Tom Skilling about his special reports about the Byron Nuclear Plant and the rise of electrical demand to power our cities. Later, they talk about Chicago's Doppler radar.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier salutes our veterans with the help of Chicago's own Gary Sinise and his foundation; Mike Rowe on his partnership between veteran-run wireless service provider PureTalk and the mikeroweWORKS Foundation to promote skilled trades among U.S. military veterans; a Chicago radio tradition with Garry Meier and his father's tape, recounting his time in […]

*cue the Johnny Carson theme* WGN Radio’s David Plier isn’t just a host at our station but also the President and CEO of the Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago. David joined Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast, from the heart of Chicago at Petterino’s, to talk about the re-opening of the museum, which […]

Chicago radio legend Kevin Matthews joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to talk about his documentary, “Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story,” premiering in theatres nationwide at 7 p.m. this Tuesday, October 7th, 2025. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit fathomentertainment.com.

Lisa Ann Walter, one of the stars of the award-winning ABC comedy ‘Abbott Elementary', shares behind the scenes stories on set and previews her comedy show at Batavia's Comedy Vault on October 3 and 4th, 2025. For tickets, visit comedyvaultbatavia.com.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to Dr. Ian Smith about the latest novel in his Ashe Cayne series, ‘Beyond Midnight', and how to stay healthy as we head into the colder months.

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Jerry Harrison of iconic band Talking Heads joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to talk about the group's 50 year journey and the 40th anniversary and 4K showing of ‘Stop Making Sense’ at The Genesse Theatre on Thursday October 30, 2025. For tickets: geneseetheatre.com

Executive Producer Anna Gardner of WTTW's Chicago Stories joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to talk about the brand new season with stories including Inside the Tylenol Murders, Legendary Blizzards, Rod Bagojevich, Iconic Foods and Marshall Field’s.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to legendary anchorman Bill Kurtis about his new book ‘Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News', highlighting his extraordinary career as a legendary correspondent, anchorman, and producer. Bill Kurtis details his whirlwind career reporting American history as it unfolded.

From May 24, 2015: Songwriter Bobby Hart joins Dave Plier to talk about being half of one of the most powerful musical duos, ‘Boyce & Hart’, working with music icons Don Kirshner and Dick Clark, and how they wrote and performed the songs that launched musical group ‘The Monkees' to stardom. Hart has died at age 86.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to TV Insider and TV Guide's Matt Roush about the ever-evolving way we watch our favorite shows, plus a preview of Sunday's Emmy Awards.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to Bill O'Reilly about conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, the need for the nation to confront and end political violence, and Bill's new book ‘Confronting Evil'.

The leather jacket is back! WGN-TV's Larry Potash talks to WGN Radio's Dave Plier about his upcoming triple season premiere of ‘Backstory' on Sunday, September 7, 2025, at 11pm with stories including:

WGN Radio's Dave Plier sits down with Mike Rowe, host of the Emmy-Award winning show ‘Dirty Jobs' and host of YouTube's ‘People You Should Know', to talk about the American workforce, concerns of the nearly 7 million able-bodied, working age Americans who are not looking for work, the skilled trades gap issue, and how the […]