POPULARITY
Categories
Chicago Way w/John Kass (05/23/23): From RealClearInvestigations & The Federalist, Mark Hemingway joins John Kass & Jeff Carlin to discuss the ‘damming Durham Report’ and analyze why media outlets are ignoring the report’s findings. Plus, Kasso wonders if the children of the future will even know the damming things the FBI did during the 2016 […]
Please SHARE this episode with someone who loves old time radio shows like you do! And get FREE full-length pulp audiobooks, pulp eBooks, and old-time radio shows by emailing WeirdDarkness@RadioArchives.com!IN THIS EPISODE: It's an episode from “The Sealed Book” - a program of "...all the secrets and mysteries of mankind... tales of murder, of madness, of dark deeds beyond belief." The episode we're about to hear is the third episode of the program which aired June 3rd, 1945 on WGN in Chicago as part of the Mutual Network. The episode, “Death Spins a Web” was written by Robert A. Arthur and David Kogan, produced and directed by Jock MacGregor, with host Phillip Clarke as the keeper of the book.SOURCES AND ESSENTIAL WEB LINKS…The stories in this episode were provided by http://RadioArchives.com Weird Darkness Retro Radio theme by Storyblocks.= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46Find out how to escape eternal darkness at https://weirddarkness.com/eternaldarkness WeirdDarkness® - is a production and trademark of Marlar House Productions. Copyright, Weird Darkness, 2023.
Where did you go to the drive-in theater as a kid? WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to Scott Dehn, proprietor of the McHenry Outdoor (the only drive-in theater in Chicagoland), to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the drive-in, the throwback experience, the concession stand, the retro intermission commercials and why watching movies under the stars still resonates with fans. Later Dave talks to […]
What is your favorite amusement park of all-time? WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks with WGN-TV's Marcus Leshock about his love of roller coasters, the best, newest and fastest in Illinois and across America.
WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to filmmaker Pamela Pulice about new film about the legacy of Radio Hall of Famer Dick Biondi. Dick Biondi’s amazing radio career spans over 6 decades, including the birth of American Rock and Roll and the evolution of Pop music. Known as The Screamer, the Big Noise from Buffalo & The […]
The Mincing Rascals are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, and Jon Hansen of WGN Radio, Block Club Chicago and WCIU. The Rascals discuss Brandon Johnson’s ‘stirring’ inauguration speech. What were the big takeaways from the speech? Crain’s had a report on some Johnson allies pushing a $12 billion financial package, including […]
Second City Works presents "Getting to Yes, And" on WGN Plus
Kelly Leonard, Executive Director of Learning & Applied Improvisation at Second City Works, connects with University of Virginia psychologist Daniel T. Willingham to talk about his new book, “Outsmart Your Brain: Why Learning is Hard and How You Can Make it Easy.” “It may come as a surprise, but people can be mistaken about what they […]
Chicago Way w/John Kass (05/16/23): John Kass & Jeff Carlin discuss local sports media ‘personalities’ making inane & tasteless remarks about Dan Proft’s dead mother -friend of the show, the dawn of the Brandon Johnson era in Chicago as the new mayor begins his tenure on the 5th floor of City Hall, and the departure […]
Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Secretary of Transportation, talks to WGN Radio's Dave Plier about new proposed travel rules to hold airlines accountable for delays and cancelations. Pete also talks about the importance of AM radio in cars, as a reliable source of information and one of the primary tools federal, state and local governments use to communicate […]
Glenn Livingston, Ph.D. is a veteran psychologist and was the long time CEO of a multi-million dollar consulting firm which has serviced several Fortune 500 clients in the food industry. You may have seen his (or his company's) previous work, theories, and research in major periodicals like The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Sun Times, The Indiana Star Ledger, The NY Daily News, American Demographics, or any of the other major media outlets you see on this page. You may also have heard him on ABC, WGN, and/or CBS radio, or UPN TV. Disillusioned by what traditional psychology had to offer overweight and/or food obsessed individuals, Dr. Livingston spent several decades researching the nature of bingeing and overeating via work with his own patients AND a self-funded research program with more than 40,000 participants. Most important, however, was his own personal journey out of obesity and food prison to a normal, healthy weight and a much more lighthearted relationship with food. In this episode, Glenn is sharing insights on effective ways to overcome binge eating. Learn more about Glenn and download his book for free here: https://neverbingeagain.com/ Instagram: @livingstonglenn IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL DISCOVER: 00:02:50 - the emotional aspect of getting into alignment to finally release the excess weight 00:08:10 - 'plausible deniability' around 'this is less bad' vs. 'this is good for me' 00:19:20 - what happend when Glenn stopped being on restrictive diets 00:31:00 - how you can easily achieve calorie deficit 00:40:00 - how to frame your goals in order to remove decision fatigue and get results
Second City Works presents "Getting to Yes, And" on WGN Plus
BONUS POD: Kelly Leonard, Executive Director of Learning & Applied Improvisation at Second City Works, talks to Princeton historian Kevin Kruse about his new book “Myth America: Historians Take on The Biggest Legends and Lies About Our Past.” “American Exceptionalism has a double meaning.”“Political myths are never far from conspiratorial thinking.”“Few myths have the staying […]
UC Berkeley School of Law Dean Erwin Chemerinsky discusses the judicial system problems revealed by the abortion pill litigation & Supreme Court ethics reform. University of Pittsburgh Professor of Law David Harris updates us on the trial of the Pittsburgh synagogue shooter. ACLU of Illinois Director Of The Women's and Reproductive Rights Project Ameri Klafeta […]
BrownTown reflects on the 2023 Chicago municipal elections and the importance of disrupting dominant media narratives with Morgan Elise Johnson, filmmaker, publisher, and co-creator of the TRiiBE, an award-winning digital publication and production company dedicated to reshaping the narrative of Black Chicago.Local, community, and especially radical and movement-based actors in radio, film, podcasts, and documentation have greatly disrupted the broader media landscape in the past decade for the better. BrownTown and Morgan discuss all the things from her presence on the WGN run-off election panel, the history and spectacle of political punditry, the real meaning of "tough on crime" rhetoric and what it obscures, to the harmful journalistic myth of objectivity and the violent status quo it upholds. How do we use these mediums, skills, experiences, and analyses to challenge the false/misinformed dominant narratives and uplift radical politics while continuing to access mass audiences in the ever-changing, fast-paced digital ecosystem? Here's their take. Originally recorded April 27, 2023.GUESTMorgan (she/her) is an independent filmmaker and publisher based in Chicago who is creating and preserving Black history. Most recently, she produced Unapologetic (2020). Morgan's documentary career was born at Northwestern University and grew at Milwaukee-based production house, 371 Productions, where she produced and co-directed her first documentary, There Are Jews Here (PBS/WORLD CHANNEL, 2016). She also associate produced a Virtual Reality exploration of abortion clinic harassment called Across The Line (2016) which premiered at Sundance Film Festival's New Frontiers exhibit. Her life and career evolved when she co-created The TRiiBE in 2018. Morgan has earned a spot on DOC NYC's 40 under 40 list (2021), the Rolling Stones Cultural Council and Forbes' 30 Under 30 Media Class of 2019. Follow Morgan on Instagram, and Twitter! and the TRiiBE on their site, Instagram, and Twitter!--Mentioned and related:First installment Ep. 70 ft. Mateo ZapataAre there too many Black people running for Chicago mayor? Residents weigh in by Tonia Hill (TRiiBE)Editorial: Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson found a place in his acceptance speech for God. But not Barack Obama. (Chicago Tribune)Brandon Johnson's Ground Game Defeats Obama Machine in Chicago by Luke Goldstein (American Prospect)Activist and BnB alum Damon Williams on the '23 election (before, after)Tonia and Tiffany of the TRiiBE on Ben Joravsky's podcastObama Library Lease, 19 Acres For $10 by Heather Cherone (Block Club Chicago)Benji Hart's Twitter post - election highlights and reflective thoughts--CREDITS: Intro soundbite from Mateo Zapata, guest on the first installment of Narratives in Media & Documenting Movements, Episode 70 and outro soundbite from Tahman Bradley of WGN on run-off election night, April 4, 2023. Audio engineered by Kiera Battles.--Bourbon 'n BrownTownFacebook | Twitter | Instagram | Site | Linktree | PatreonSoapBox Productions and Organizing, 501(c)3Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Site | Linktree | Support
The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, and Neil Steinberg of the Chicago Sun-Times. This week the Rascals mince about a jury finding former President Donald Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation in E. Jean Carroll case. Will this change the mind of […]
Second City Works presents "Getting to Yes, And" on WGN Plus
Kelly Leonard, Executive Director of Learning & Applied Improvisation at Second City Works, Kelly has a conversation with entrepreneur Surbhi Sarna who has a new book “Without a Doubt: How to Go From Underrated to Unbeatable.” “Entrepreneurs are people who build their own ladders while also climbing them.” “Taking care of yourself is a demonstration […]
author and journalist Mark Guarino joins WGN Radio’s Rick Kogan to talk about his book “Country and Midwestern: Chicago in the History of Country Music and the Folk Revival”. To purchase Mark’s book and for more information visit mark-guarino.com.
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!
Major Caleb Senn joins John Williams to talk about this year’s Salvation Army Civic Luncheon taking place on Thursday, May 11th at Navy Pier featuring legendary quarterback Peyton Manning as keynote speaker. Get tickets here. Major Senn also tells us about National Salvation Army Week and how they are helping asylum seekers who are coming […]
Bob Evans, Development, City Kids Camp joins John Williams to talk about the history and mission of City Kids Camp and the upcoming City Kids Camp Radiothon happening on WGN Radio, Thursday, June 8 from 1:45pm to 3pm.
North Barrington horse trainer Larry Rivelli joins Lisa Dent to talk about his horse Two Phil’s coming in second Saturday in front of a crowd of around 150,000 in the 149th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka
Debra Aho Williamson, an analyst with Insider Intelligence, joins Lisa Dent to explain why a majority of Facebook users are older people, and why young people decided to move on from the social media giant. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka
U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi joins Lisa Dent to talk about what can be done to ease the pain on local government and organizations as more migrants arrive in Chicago with more expected as Texas Gov. Greg Abbott continues to send them to Democrat-led cities. Rep. Krishnamoorthi also talks about the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist […]
IL state Rep. Will Guzzardi, D-Chicago joins Lisa Dent to discuss proposed legislation that would require automobile insurers to get prior state approval for rate hikes and ban “excessive” insurance increases. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka
Peter Greenberg, travel expert and host of “Eye on Travel” on WGN, joins Lisa Dent to talk about President Joe Biden’s push for new regulations that would require airlines to compensate passengers and cover their meals and hotel rooms if they’re stranded for reasons within the airline’s control, and what it will mean for passengers. […]
19th Ward Alderman Matt O'Shea joins Lisa Dent to talk about the tragic loss of CPD officer Areanah Preston, who was shot and killed on her front lawn as she came home from work early Saturday morning. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!
Chicago Way w/John Kass (05/08/23): On this edition, the co-host of WIND 560's Morning Answer and conservative politico Dan Proft joins John Kass & Jeff Carlin to discuss the verdict in the “ComEd Four” case and why naïve jurors make him mad. Plus, is Evanston Township High School bringing back segregation to solve racism? Check […]
Bob Evans, Development, City Kids Camp joins John Williams to talk about the history and mission of City Kids Camp and the upcoming City Kids Camp Radiothon happening on WGN Radio, Thursday, June 8 from 1:45pm to 3pm.
Major Caleb Senn joins John Williams to talk about this year’s Salvation Army Civic Luncheon taking place on Thursday, May 11th at Navy Pier featuring legendary quarterback Peyton Manning as keynote speaker. Get tickets here. Major Senn also tells us about National Salvation Army Week and how they are helping asylum seekers who are coming […]
John Williams brings you a round of Speed Jokes. Keep sending yours to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!
Bob Evans, Development, City Kids Camp joins John Williams to talk about the history and mission of City Kids Camp and the upcoming City Kids Camp Radiothon happening on WGN Radio, Thursday, June 8 from 1:45pm to 3pm.
Major Caleb Senn joins John Williams to talk about this year’s Salvation Army Civic Luncheon taking place on Thursday, May 11th at Navy Pier featuring legendary quarterback Peyton Manning as keynote speaker. Get tickets here. Major Senn also tells us about National Salvation Army Week and how they are helping asylum seekers who are coming […]
May 8, 2023 Community, Government and Business Partnerships for Public Safety – Chicago CRED Founder Arne Duncan will moderate a discussion on violence prevention and public safety with Jalon Arthur, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Chicago CRED; Jim Crown, the Chairman of a public safety task force of the Civic Committee of the Commercial Club and […]
In this 363rdepisode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano wonders if anyone will notice James Corden has left late night TV.
Dr. Kevin Most, Chief Medical Officer at Northwestern Medicine's Central DuPage Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, every Monday morning following the 6:30am newscast. Dr. Most talks about the end of the COVID emergency authorization, where to request free COVID tests, and whether or not there’s a connection between COVID and a […]
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, to provide the latest news in entertainment. Wendy and Dean talk about his interviews with Sebastian Maniscalco, his father, and Robert De Niro. They also discuss the highlights of King Charles III’s coronation, Taylor Swift’s performance in Nashville, and the number […]
WGN Radio host Steve Dale joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, to talk about a law that would allow insurance companies to drop your homeowners policy depending on what breed of dog you have. They also discuss the negatives of getting a cat declawed and the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News' Joseph Lindsley joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War, including Russia’s upcoming military holiday and and escalation of drones and missiles sent to Ukraine. You can find more updates on Joseph's website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph […]
On May 8th, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today's potential market drivers:
Dean, Dave, and Andy start this week off by talking about Dean’s crazy travel schedule from this last week. Then it is time for Dave Schwan’s Far Flung Forecast! Dr. Kevin Most, Chief Medical Officer at Northwestern Central DuPage Hospital, joins Dean for this week's regular health update. Dr. Most starts this week off by talking about COVID […]
Veteran journalist Carol Marin joins Dean to honor the life of the great Newton Minow, who passed away this weekend at the age of 97.
Dr. Kevin Most, Chief Medical Officer at Northwestern Central DuPage Hospital, joins Dean for this week's regular health update. Dr. Most starts this week off by talking about COVID Emergency Authorization ending May 11 and what you need to know before it ends. And of course, Dr. Most answers your questions.
Steve and Johnnie, broadcasting from Panama City, Florida for their third week, are joined by photographer Barry Butler to discuss his new book, Chicago – Morning, Noon & Night and country music legend Bill Anderson to highlight his new album. Bill Anderson isn’t the only guest talking about a new album, as Johnnie and Steve […]
On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie shares the tranquility he experienced while spending time on an secret island that is still run by nature. Later he breaks down when and why it’s a good time to clean out your freezer of last year’s harvest.
Whisky Advocate's Executive Editor David Fleming joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to preview this year's WhiskeyFest Chicago on Friday, May 12th at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. For more visit: https://whiskyadvocate.com/whiskyfest/WhiskyFest-Chicago.
In keeping a promise to help ‘keep his name alive', WGN Radio's Dave Plier celebrates the legacy of the late Don Rickles on his birthday by sharing his backstage Vegas interview with the comedy legend and reminiscing with TV icon (and Don's best friend) Bob Newhart.
Royal watcher Fred Weintraub previews King Charles III coronation, the impact, the importance and the pomp and circumstance surrounding Saturday's events, with WGN Radio's Dave Plier.
Enjoy this edition of “The Best of Speed Jokes.” What was your favorite joke of the week? Keep sending your jokes to JohnWilliams@wgnradio.com!
Chicago Way w/John Kass (05/03/23): This week, RealClear Politics' Tom Bevan is here to discuss the forecast for Biden/Harris against Trump, DeSantis, and the rest. Plus, what really went down with the swift cancelation of Tucker Carlson’s top-rated cable show? Check out more Kasso at JohnKassNews.com Follow Everything John Kass – JohnKassNews.com Follow @John_Kass Follow @JPCarlin […]
This week, the Rascals mince about mayor-elect Brandon Johnson, 'ComEd 4' and more.