Podcasts about wgn radio

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 6-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion from PPG Paints Arena to talk about what went wrong in the second period, where the Blackhawks were outshot 23-6 and outscored 4-0. Later, we hear from Connor Murphy, Matt Grzelcyk, and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast talking about the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents in Minnesota over the weekend. […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast talking about the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents in Minnesota over the weekend. […]

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 4-3 shootout loss to the Minnesota Wild, letting a 3-0 lead slip away. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion from Grand Casino Arena to talk about another 0-for-5 performance on the power play and what went wrong in the loss. Later, we hear from Frank Nazar and Ryan […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast talking about the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents in Minnesota over the weekend. […]

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Chicago’s worst snowstorm, the Bears’ Super Bowl win in 1986, the debut of the Bit-O-Honey candy, and more.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast talking about the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents in Minnesota over the weekend. […]

On the latest Blackhawks Live presented by Circa Sports Illinois, WGN Radio's Charlie Roumeliotis and Jack Heinrich break down Chicago's struggling 0-for-17 power play and the adjustments the team has made to help get it back on track.  Later in the show, Charlie and Jack discuss the new line combinations, how the Blackhawks can get […]

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 5-1 loss to the Florida Panthers at the United Center. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion to talk about the power-play struggles and what adjustments the Blackhawks can make. Later, we hear from captain Nick Foligno, Wyatt Kaiser and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie shares his thoughts […]

WGN Radio’s Jack Heinrich breaks down the Blackhawks’ 2-1 shootout loss to Tampa Bay Lightning at the United Center. Charlie Roumeliotis joins the discussion to talk about Arvid Soderblom’s performance, what went wrong in the defeat, and more. Later, we hear from Soderblom, Ryan Greene and head coach Jeff Blashill. Jack wraps up the show […]

Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Jan. 24, 2026: Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins David Hochberg to discuss how he helps his clients plan for their futures. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Jan. 24, 2025: IRS tax attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, PC, with Opem Tax Advocates, joins the program to discuss helping clients with tax returns, setting up bookkeeping, and protecting what you own. Go to fightbacknow.com or call 312-664-6649.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 01/24/26: Jim Brown of The Sarah Leonard Team at Legacy Properties joins the show to talk about the stigma that comes with marketing a home “as-is” and buyers’ offers. To learn more about what Rob, Sarah, and her team can do for you, go to sarahleonardsells.com or call […]

We don’t need to tell you that it is cold outside. Which means, it is a great time to curl up in your favorite chair, under a warm blanket, and enjoy some great books. Our book lovers – John Williams, Steve Alexander, Bob Kessler and Sara Tieman – have put together lists of their favorite […]

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 4-3 shootout win over the Carolina Hurricanes. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion from Lenovo Center to discuss a 5-for-5 performance on the penalty kill, Oliver Moore’s partial Gordie Howe hat trick, and more. Later, we hear from Moore, Frank Nazar and head coach Jeff Blashill. Plus, Charlie […]

We don’t need to tell you that it is cold outside. Which means, it is a great time to curl up in your favorite chair, under a warm blanket, and enjoy some great books. Our book lovers – John Williams, Steve Alexander, Bob Kessler and Sara Tieman – have put together lists of their favorite […]

On Episode 109, Kevin Powell talks with Mark Carman of CHGO and WGN Radio. They recap the 2025 season, preview the offseason and talk about the progress of Caleb Williams.  https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7932089/7932089_2026-01-23-195629.64kmono.mp3 Follow Carm on X at @TheCarm and Instagram at thecarm23.

Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, usually joins the show to share his weekly movie review. However, this week, as Jon Hansen fills in for Lisa Dent, Ron joins the show to break down the 2026 Oscar nominations list and to also share some of his predicitons for the 98th Academy Awards.

Peter Greenberg, travel expert and host of Eye on Travel on WGN Radio, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Lisa Dent, to discuss how safe water and coffee actually are on board and the necessity for buffer time between connecting flights.

We don’t need to tell you that it is cold outside. Which means, it is a great time to curl up in your favorite chair, under a warm blanket, and enjoy some great books. Our book lovers – John Williams, Steve Alexander, Bob Kessler and Sara Tieman – have put together lists of their favorite […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel,  multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room., and recently retired newsman Steve Bertrand. The Rascals kick off the podcast talking about the Bears losing to the Rams in the playoffs and the controversy over the Sun-Times headline, “Good, Better, […]

WGN Radio is proud to announce that the RTDNA Foundation and their 2026 First Amendment Awards has honored Steve Bertrand with the Lifetime Achievement Award. The foundation's awards celebrate the efforts to promote responsible journalism and preserve the constitutionally guaranteed rights to do so. Past honorees include local reporters, network anchors, members of the U.S. […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel,  multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room., and recently retired newsman Steve Bertrand. The Rascals kick off the podcast talking about the Bears losing to the Rams in the playoffs and the controversy over the Sun-Times headline, “Good, Better, […]

WGN Radio is proud to announce that the RTDNA Foundation and their 2026 First Amendment Awards has honored Steve Bertrand with the Lifetime Achievement Award. The foundation's awards celebrate the efforts to promote responsible journalism and preserve the constitutionally guaranteed rights to do so. Past honorees include local reporters, network anchors, members of the U.S. […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel,  multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room., and recently retired newsman Steve Bertrand. The Rascals kick off the podcast talking about the Bears losing to the Rams in the playoffs and the controversy over the Sun-Times headline, “Good, Better, […]

WGN Radio is proud to announce that the RTDNA Foundation and their 2026 First Amendment Awards has honored Steve Bertrand with the Lifetime Achievement Award. The foundation's awards celebrate the efforts to promote responsible journalism and preserve the constitutionally guaranteed rights to do so. Past honorees include local reporters, network anchors, members of the U.S. […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel,  multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room., and recently retired newsman Steve Bertrand. The Rascals kick off the podcast talking about the Bears losing to the Rams in the playoffs and the controversy over the Sun-Times headline, “Good, Better, […]

WGN Radio's Charlie Roumeliotis and Jack Heinrich recap Jonathan Toews' return to the United Center for the first time as a visitor and the deafening three and a half minute standing ovation he received from the Chicago crowd. They also hear from Toews about his return game and what the reception meant to him. Later, […]

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the birth of Betty White, Mayor Daley’s McDome proposal, the debut of “Hill Street Blues,” and more.

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 2-0 shutout win over the Winnipeg Jets at the United Center. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion to talk about a memorable ovation for Jonathan Toews in his return to Chicago, the energy in the building with Chicago Bears star QB Caleb Williams and Cubs star outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong […]

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 5-2 loss to the Boston Bruins at the United Center. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion to reminisce on the 2010, 2013, and 2015 Stanley Cup-winning teams on Centennial Celebration Night and recap what went wrong in the defeat. Later, we hear from Ryan Greene, alternate captain Jason […]

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.

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.

Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Jan. 17, 2026: Frank Wasilewski, CEO of Access Elevators joins the show to inform listeners on avoid the high-pressure sales that are ever so present in the industry these days. To learn more about what Access Elevator can do for you, go to allaboutaccess.com or call 630-616-6249.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 01/17/2026: Lewis Shapiro of Redo Cabinets joins the show to teach listeners about the smart way to achieve 2026 kitchen trends. Lewis also shares a big Redo Cabinets promotion of 75% off. To learn more about Redo Cabinets and how they can assist you, visit redocabinets.com or call […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 01/17/26: Jim Brown of The Sarah Leonard Team at Legacy Properties joins the show to talk about the pros and cons of cash now offers from investors and placing your home on the market. Brown also talks about what to look for in a listing agent. […]

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 3-1 loss to the Calgary Flames at the United Center. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion to talk about a rare off night for the special teams, a third straight chippy game between the Blackhawks and Flames, and more. Later, we hear from alternate captain Connor Murphy, Colton […]

On the latest episode of the WGN Radio Football Podcast, Kevin Powell previews the Bears-Rams game with Herb Howard from The Bigs.  Follow Herb on X at @HerbHoward411 and check out his work at TheBigs.US.

Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen, filling in for Lisa Dent, to share his weekly movie reviews. Brown shares his thoughts on Primate, I'm Chevy Chase and You're Not, Die My Love, dishes out some Brownie Points, and more.

To celebrate our 100th episode, we've asked two veteranChicago broadcasters to take Checkbook's College of Consumer Knowledge quiz.Lisa Dent is the popular afternoon host at WGN Radio. Steve Bertrand, her longtime news anchor, came out of retirement to challenge her. Play along with our celebrity contestants to test your consumer IQ. The questions are difficult!You might also want to play the online version of Checkbook's College of Knowledge. Topics include auto, food, and your money.Not a Checkbook member? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for a free 30-day trial to access all of our unbiased ratings⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the Chicago Bears beating the Green Bay […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the Chicago Bears beating the Green Bay […]

WGN Radio's Charlie Roumeliotis and Jack Heinrich break down a chaotic week for the Blackhawks, who have been dealing with a nasty stomach bug making its way through the locker room. They also discuss the return of Connor Bedard and what it means not only for the Blackhawks but for Team Canada and his Olympic […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the Chicago Bears beating the Green Bay […]

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Walter Payton’s final game, Mike Royko’s last day with the Chicago Sun-Times, WGN Radio’s airing of “Little Orphan Annie,” and more.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, and long-time Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972. This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the Chicago Bears beating the Green Bay […]

Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins John to talk about the strong market performance so far this year, what he anticipates for interest rates this year, the positive economic news coming out recently, and what you should know about new 2026 tax rules.

WGN Radio’s Charlie Roumeliotis breaks down the Blackhawks’ 4-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers at the United Center. Steve Konroyd joins the discussion to talk about the defeat that didn’t include Connor Bedard, who was a late scratch because of an illness. Later, we hear from captain Nick Foligno, Wyatt Kaiser, and head coach Jeff […]

Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins John to talk about the strong market performance so far this year, what he anticipates for interest rates this year, the positive economic news coming out recently, and what you should know about new 2026 tax rules.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Austin Berg, Executive Director of the Chicago Policy Center and author of the The Last Ward on Substack, multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals begin the podcast this week talking about the ICE shooting in Minneapolis that left […]