Podcasts about wgn radio

Consumer technology journalist and host of WGN Radio's Techishly Jenn, Jennifer Jolly, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest tech gifts for dad, including the Motorola Razr Fold and the Mammotion Luba 3 AWD Robot Mower. She also shares her experience trying out the new Siri AI software and how you can cut down on spam calls.

Sam Panayotovich of Fox 32 Sports and formerly of WGN Radio joins John Williams to talk about the top sports stories making news this week including the incredible early season performance from your Chicago White Sox, how the USA team did in its first World Cup match, the Knicks winning the NBA Championship, and the Bulls hiring […]

Sam Panayotovich of Fox 32 Sports and formerly of WGN Radio joins John Williams to talk about the top sports stories making news this week including the incredible early season performance from your Chicago White Sox, how the USA team did in its first World Cup match, the Knicks winning the NBA Championship, and the Bulls hiring […]

Sam Panayotovich of Fox 32 Sports and formerly of WGN Radio joins John Williams to talk about the top sports stories making news this week including the incredible early season performance from your Chicago White Sox, how the USA team did in its first World Cup match, the Knicks winning the NBA Championship, and the Bulls hiring […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/13/26: Rich Dykstra Sr., HVAC Hall of Famer for Doornbos Heating and Air Conditioning, talks beating the heatwave. Rich lets listeners in on common issues you may face like ice buildups, condensate leaks, dirty coils, clogged filters, and more! For more information on Doornbos, visit doornbos.com or call 708-831-2281.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on June 13, 2026: Lindholm Roofing's Assistant Manager Mike Huston talks about steps to curtail a leaky roof and the fact that, sometimes you don’t need a brand new roof, just adjustments! Mike discusses how he helped a WGN listener and how Lindholm can help you! To […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/13/26: Rose Pest Solutions' Marketing Director Janelle Iaccino, A.K.A. ‘The Bug Girl,' talks pesky mosquitoes and how Rose Pest Solutions helped a listener in Mokena have a bite free company picnic the day before the event. To learn more about Rose Pest Solutions and what they can […]

Marilyn Miller, producer for the Wally Phillips Show on WGN Radio for 25 years, joins Lisa on the 59th anniversary of when she originally started at the station. She shares memories of her first day at WGN as a commercial writer and how she paved her way to being the first woman in the United […]

Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews Scary Movie and Miss You, Love You, and Tuner.

Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins Jon Hansen to talk about inflation, social security, and AI trade. TUNE IN to WGN Radio and listen to The Alpha Wealth Hour on Sundays at 7 AM. Catch up on previous episodes on WGNRadio.com, and subscribe […]

NASCAR Cups Series driver Daniel Suárez joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio as he visits the Chicago area in advance of the 4th of July race weekend at Chicagoland Speedway. Hear as Daniel shares love for Chicago fans and excitement around the World Cup where Mexico is playing South Africa. Daniel is going to attend […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn of The Picayune Sentinel, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972, and Steve Bertrand, host of Steve Bertrand on Books and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel. The Rascals begin the podcast talking about two interviews that were making news this week: Scott Pelley’s interview with the New York […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn of The Picayune Sentinel, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972, and Steve Bertrand, host of Steve Bertrand on Books and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel. The Rascals begin the podcast talking about two interviews that were making news this week: Scott Pelley’s interview with the New York […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn of The Picayune Sentinel, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972, and Steve Bertrand, host of Steve Bertrand on Books and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel. The Rascals begin the podcast talking about two interviews that were making news this week: Scott Pelley’s interview with the New York […]

As the Chicago Cubs mark 150 years of baseball history, Nikco Sports is celebrating the milestone with a limited-edition, MLB and MLBPA licensed 150th Anniversary Bat. What a way to commemorate your all-time favorite Cubs moments! Chicago Cubs 150th Anniversary Bat graphic, via Nikco Sports Memorabilia In time for Father’s Day, WGN Radio’s Bob Sirott […]

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Princess Diana’s visit to the Cook County Hospital, service from the first L Train, the first honorary “Ferris Bueller Day,” and more.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn of The Picayune Sentinel, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972, and Steve Bertrand, host of Steve Bertrand on Books and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel. The Rascals begin the podcast talking about two interviews that were making news this week: Scott Pelley’s interview with the New York […]

Listen below as your host, John Landecker, and segment co-host WGN Radio's Ashley Bihun battle out which sweet treat is better: Fudgsicle® (John) or Creamsicle® (Ashley).

Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on June 6th, 2026: Tim Stearns, owner and president of TJ Stearns Financial Planning & Benefits, joins David Hochberg to discuss financial planning for small business owners. Get a head start on your retirement and learn the best steps for success. For more information, call 800-640-2256.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/06/26: Roy Spencer, CEO and Founder of Perma-Seal, joins David Hochberg to talk about sunken and broken concrete. To learn more about Perma-Seal's services, go to permaseal.net or call 1-800-421-SEAL (7325).

Featured on WGN Radio's “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on June 6th, 2026:  IRS Tax Attorney Steven A. Leahy of the Law Office of Steven A. Leahy, PC, with Opem Tax Advocates, talks about homeowners and AI-powered enforcement. Plus, what to do if you’re facing collection pressure.

Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews Power Ballad and The Backrooms.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn of The Picayune Sentinel, multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room, and Steve Bertrand, host of Steve Bertrand on Books and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel. The Rascals kick off the podcast discussing CBS firing ’60 Minutes’ correspondent Scott Pelley. What is the biggest takeaway from this […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn of The Picayune Sentinel, multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room, and Steve Bertrand, host of Steve Bertrand on Books and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel. The Rascals kick off the podcast discussing CBS firing ’60 Minutes’ correspondent Scott Pelley. What is the biggest takeaway from this […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn of The Picayune Sentinel, multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room, and Steve Bertrand, host of Steve Bertrand on Books and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel. The Rascals kick off the podcast discussing CBS firing ’60 Minutes’ correspondent Scott Pelley. What is the biggest takeaway from this […]

David Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio, joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) report and what that could mean for workers. He later shares his thoughts and advice on reverse mortgages.

David Hochberg, Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host Home Sweet Home Chicago on WGN Radio, joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) report and what that could mean for workers. He later shares his thoughts and advice on reverse mortgages.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn of The Picayune Sentinel, multi-media journalist Brandon Pope, author of Brandon Pope's Screening Room, and Steve Bertrand, host of Steve Bertrand on Books and proprietor of Steve Bertrand Travel. The Rascals kick off the podcast discussing CBS firing ’60 Minutes’ correspondent Scott Pelley. What is the biggest takeaway from this […]

Charlie Roumeliotis, WGN Radio’s Chicago Blackhawks pre and post-game anchor and host of Blackhawks Live, joins John Landecker to update us on where things are at in the Blackhawks offseason and break down the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes. You can hear the Stanley Cup Final here on […]

Sam Panayotovich of Fox Sports and formerly of WGN Radio joins John Williams to talk about the top sports stories making news this week including the White Sox hot start, why the team is so much better this year, the excitement of the Women’s College World Series, why he thinks the Bears have the best […]

Sam Panayotovich of Fox Sports and formerly of WGN Radio joins John Williams to talk about the top sports stories making news this week including the White Sox hot start, why the team is so much better this year, the excitement of the Women’s College World Series, why he thinks the Bears have the best […]

Charlie Roumeliotis, WGN Radio’s Chicago Blackhawks pre and post-game anchor and host of Blackhawks Live, joins John Landecker to update us on where things are at in the Blackhawks offseason and break down the Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes. You can hear the Stanley Cup Final here on […]

Peter Greenberg, travel expert and host of Eye on Travel on WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent from San Diego to discuss how the DHS is making plans to halt processing of international flights in sanctuary cities, if Cuba is affected by a lack of tourism, and more!

Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins John Williams to talk about the Dow hitting 51,000 this week, why he's bullish on the market right now, where investors should be putting their money, if there are any parts of the economy that has him […]

Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins John Williams to talk about the Dow hitting 51,000 this week, why he's bullish on the market right now, where investors should be putting their money, if there are any parts of the economy that has him […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 05/30/26:  Rob Lindemann, CEO of Lindeman Chimney, Fireplace, Heating, and Cooling, joins the show to talk about launching their June SWEEP STEAKS Sweepstakes. For every Sox or Cubs series sweep in June, Lindemann and Happy to Meat You are giving away free A/C cleaning and checks, […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 05/30/26: Jim Brown of The Sarah Leonard Team at Legacy Properties joins the show to talk about their slogan, “Your Home Sold, Guaranteed,” how the housing market is stabilizing, and staging tips that don't require buying new furniture. To learn more about what Rob, Sarah, and […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 05/30/26: Center Guard Plumbing's Mike Epping joins the show to inform listeners that plumbers actually do gas leak repairs. Mike talks about gas system safety, bringing it up to code, and how to diagnose plumbing issues in your home. Go to wgnplumber.com or call 847-406-8883 to […]

Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins John Williams to talk about the Dow hitting 51,000 this week, why he's bullish on the market right now, where investors should be putting their money, if there are any parts of the economy that has him […]

Segment 1: Tom Fortino, Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group, and host of “The Alpha Wealth Hour” on WGN Radio, joins John to talk about the Dow hitting 51,000 today, why he’s bullish on the market right now, where investors should be putting their money, if there are any parts of the economy that has him […]

Ron Brown, news anchor for WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to dish out some Brownie Points. This week he reviews The Mandalorian and Grogu and The Passenger.

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 award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. The Rascals start this week’s podcast talking about the Trump administration creating a $1.776 billion fund to pay people […]

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 award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. The Rascals start this week’s podcast talking about the Trump administration creating a $1.776 billion fund to pay people […]

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 award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. The Rascals start this week’s podcast talking about the Trump administration creating a $1.776 billion fund to pay people […]

Santa’s Village Amusement & Water Park proprietor Jason Sierpien joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to celebrate the park's 67th season and reflect on the rich history of the beloved family attraction that first opened in 1959. The conversation explores the evolution of the park, including its classic rides, the Santa Springs water park, vintage Kiddieland […]

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to Weber's Kevin Kolman about getting your grill into gear this summer, recipes for the perfect burger, steaks, ribs, breakfast, desserts, and more! Visit Weber.com for more.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier and Dave Schwan talk about the true meaning of Memorial Day, which originated as ‘Decoration Day' after the Civil War and was officially signed into law in 1967. Plus, Dave shares President Ronald Reagan's moving Memorial Day speech from 1984.

Radio Hall of Famer Garry Meier joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to talk about the real meaning of Memorial Day, celebrating his father, Frank Meier, and his combat experiences serving in World War II. Visit Garrymeier.com for more.

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to Chicago's own Joe Mantegna on Memorial Day to honor our fallen, a recap of the annual National Memorial Day concert, some of the other celebrities involved, how he got involved with the veteran community, plus a discussion about the Cubs, and more.

The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, Eric Zorn, publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Chicago journalist Cate Plys, publisher of Roseland, Chicago: 1972, and award-winning journalist and political pundit Marj Halperin. This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the feud between Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor Pritzker over the Bears stadium and other issues in […]