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The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals kick off today’s podcast talking about some Illinois politicians being denied entry to ICE facilities this week. What are these types of actions designed to accomplish? The ‘No Kings’ protests across […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals kick off today’s podcast talking about some Illinois politicians being denied entry to ICE facilities this week. What are these types of actions designed to accomplish? The ‘No Kings’ protests across […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals kick off today’s podcast talking about some Illinois politicians being denied entry to ICE facilities this week. What are these types of actions designed to accomplish? The ‘No Kings’ protests across […]

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the inventing of the vacuum cleaner, the arrival of koalas at the Lincoln Park Zoo, the introduction of the Baby Ruth candy bar, and more.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys, and political pundit Marj Halperin! The Rascals kick off today’s podcast talking about some Illinois politicians being denied entry to ICE facilities this week. What are these types of actions designed to accomplish? The ‘No Kings’ protests across […]

Dean Richards, Dave Schwan, and Andy Masur start off this Father’s Day Sunday by sharing stories about their dads. The guys also give a shoutout to Engineer Bob Ferguson for his 35th work anniversary with WGN Radio. For today's Far Flung Forecast, Dave takes us to Spokane, Washington. Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/14/25: Center Guard Plumbing's Mike Epping joins the show to highlight how Center Guard Plumbing can help listeners save big on their plumbing needs. To learn more about what Center Guard Plumbing can do for you, go to wgnplumber.com or call 847-406-8883.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/14/25: Sara Andreas of Robert R. Andreas & Sons, Inc. General Contractors Specializing in Concrete joins the show to answer several WGN Radio listener concrete questions and highlight why you should choose Andreas & Sons when it comes to your concrete needs. Additionally, Sara highlights how […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/14/25: Lindholm Roofing's Assistant Manager Mike Huston to the rescue! Listen in while Mike talks about hailstorms, the caution that people should have when others knock on their doors after storms, and managing repairs. To learn more about what Lindholm Roofing can do for you, go […]

NASCAR driver Daniel Suarez joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio during a recent visit to Chicago with his wife Julia. Hear as Daniel shares importance of inspiration for school kids and the next generation of fans. Listen as Daniel talks about having his wife Julia with him on this trip and also the benefits of […]

WGN Radio's Tom Fortino from Alpha Wealth Group gives you the latest financial business news, financial planning advice, and more! On The Alpha Wealth Hour this week, Tom wants to help you “Washington-proof” your investments to avoid the tax time bomb by tax planning as opposed to tax preparation. He also helps to attack the […]

NASCAR driver Daniel Suarez joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio during a recent visit to Chicago with his wife Julia. Hear as Daniel shares importance of inspiration for school kids and the next generation of fans. Listen as Daniel talks about having his wife Julia with him on this trip and also the benefits of […]

WGN Radio's Dave Plier and retired WGN Radio newsman Roger Badesch talk about the history behind radio and television call letters including WGN ‘World's Greatest Newspaper', which made its first appearance in the Chicago Tribune nameplate on August 29, 1911, and dozens of other Chicago call signs that graced the airwaves over the past 100 years on both radio and television.

Dag Juhlin and Jason Narducy join WGN Radio's Dave Plier LIVE in studio to talk about their upcoming ‘Celebration of Pete Townshend' event at Hey Nonny in Arlington Heights. The date of the show is Saturday, June 21st. The 7pm show has sold out, but tickets, including great table seats in this intimate viewing/listening room, […]

WGN-TV's Pat Tomasulo joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to talk about his brand of comedy, what his father taught him, what he loves and doesn't like about summer traditions, and his upcoming shows at Zanies in Rosemont from Thursday, June 19th – Saturday, June 21st. For tickets go to zanies.com.

Executive Officer for the U.S. Army Golden Knights, MAJ Andrew Keithley joins Dane Neal for Veteran Voices on WGN Radio. Hear as MAJ Keithley shares excitement around the Golden Knights, his journey in the service and great ways the Golden Knights showcase the Army and its opportunities and capabilities. Listen as MAJ Keithley fills us […]

El Bandido Yankee, NHRA Crew Chief, Scott Hamilton joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Scott sets the stage for a weekend of ASA Stars National Tour racing in Wisconsin and all under the banner of El Bandido Yankee. Fans are taking tequila to the track at two legendary races including the El Bandido […]

Executive Officer for the U.S. Army Golden Knights, MAJ Andrew Keithley joins Dane Neal for Veteran Voices on WGN Radio. Hear as MAJ Keithley shares excitement around the Golden Knights, his journey in the service and great ways the Golden Knights showcase the Army and its opportunities and capabilities. Listen as MAJ Keithley fills us […]

El Bandido Yankee, NHRA Crew Chief, Scott Hamilton joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Scott sets the stage for a weekend of ASA Stars National Tour racing in Wisconsin and all under the banner of El Bandido Yankee. Fans are taking tequila to the track at two legendary races including the El Bandido […]

WGN Radio Account Executive Kevin McDonough joins Lisa Dent to share about the 70-mile bike ride he will embark on next Friday, June 20th, to help raise awareness for brain tumor research. That's in honor of Pat McNamara, who died after an 11-year on-and-off battle with brain cancer at age 13.

Peter Greenberg, travel expert and host of Eye on Travel on WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent to suggest what you should do if you had plans to travel to the Middle East. Peter also shares some thoughts on the Air India airliner crash, gives updates on the latest travel news pertaining to Hilton Hotels waiving […]

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 impact of the Israel-Iran conflict on the U.S. economy, when the Fed will likely cut interest rates, why the market is still holding up despite all of the uncertainty, what […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Brandon Pope, of WCIU, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! The Rascals start off the podcast talking about the protests in Los Angeles against the Trump administration’s immigration policies. What are the major takeaways from the protests? ABC News didn’t renew the contract […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Brandon Pope, of WCIU, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! The Rascals start off the podcast talking about the protests in Los Angeles against the Trump administration’s immigration policies. What are the major takeaways from the protests? ABC News didn’t renew the contract […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Brandon Pope, of WCIU, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! The Rascals start off the podcast talking about the protests in Los Angeles against the Trump administration’s immigration policies. What are the major takeaways from the protests? ABC News didn’t renew the contract […]

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Abraham Lincoln’s letters to the Chicago Tribune, Jeff Tweedy’s solo debut album, Michael Jordan’s first NBA appearance, and more.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Brandon Pope, of WCIU, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! The Rascals start off the podcast talking about the protests in Los Angeles against the Trump administration’s immigration policies. What are the major takeaways from the protests? ABC News didn’t renew the contract […]

Hot Rod Magazine editor in Chief John McGann joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as John shares the excitement around this annual event that brings fans of the magazine and car culture together for a multi-day road trip that take them down Route 66 and throughout the Midwest. Fans can follow, meet and see […]

WGN Radio's Dave Plier talks to actor, comedian and entertainer Frank Ferrante on the 40th anniversary playing Groucho Marx (1890-1977) on stage, whose irreverent legendary humor continues to influences audiences today. For tickets to see Frank as Groucho on Wednesday June 11, 2025 at 7pm, visit https://zinzanni.com/chicago/clubzinzanni-groucho/.

Comedian Paul Farahvar (former host of Singles Only) talks to other night owls on the new podcast WHY ARE YOU AWAKE! This week: Comedian Gwen Rose Follow Gwen at @princessgwenrose on IG Sign up for my mailing list here: https://bit.ly/Paulsignup Watch MY Dry Bar special "Always a Groomsman" at @DryBarComedy and my latest special "Middlewestern, Middle Eastern" on @HeliumComedyStudios Facebook: / paulfcomedy Instagram: / paulfarahvar TikTok: / paulfcomedy Review and Subscribe to this podcast! Chicago based Farahvar delights audiences with his unique, quick witted dry humor, centered on being an aging bachelor and former litigator. After becoming a staple on the Chicago Comedy Scene for years at his home club Laugh Factory, he began touring in 2016, first as a feature for headliners like Demetri Martin and Gary Gulman, and later as a headliner. With no manager or agent, he managed to build a following in multiple cities, even selling out rooms in Chicago, Denver, Milwaukee, Scottsdale and Tampa in the last year. He was runner up in the Chicago Reader for Best Stand up Comedian in 2021 and was voted "Top 40 Up and Coming Comedians" in 2017. Prior to being a comedian, Farahvar was a trial litigator, earning the "Top 40 under 40" honor among judges and peers in Illinois. He hosted the award winning Podcast SINGLES ONLY! (SXSW 2020, Best Podcast 2021 (Chicago Reader) and was a regular guest host on WGN Radio. He played "Karam Haddad" on NBC's "Chicago Med" in 2017 and his Dry Bar special dropped in April, 2023. His new special was filmed at Helium in Philadelphia in September and dropped April 26th, 2024. popularmmos markiplier #Comedy #StandUp #funnyvids #funnyclips #comedyvideos #vines

Peter Greenberg, travel expert and host of Eye on Travel on WGN Radio, joins Lisa Dent from London to discuss all things travel.

Liv Warfield performs a special one-night-only show at Teatro Zinzanni Chicago on June 25 and joins Steve Dale on WGN Radio. Liv shares what it was like performing with Prince to earning the Golden Buzzer on America's Got Talent. She also talks about the production of her album and what you can expect when you see her perform at […]

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/07/25: Howard Breitrose and Eboni Garner of Smart Home and Furnishings Show join the show to discuss their upcoming convention September 24- 26th at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/07/2025: Greg Olsen of Redo Cabinets joins the show to discuss how refacing changes the look of your kitchen. To learn more about Redo Cabinets and how they can assist you, visit redocabinets.com or call 630-381-5583.

Featured on WGN Radio's Home Sweet Home Chicago on 06/07/25: Lindemann Chimney, Fireplace, Heating, and Cooling's CEO, Rob Lindemann, joins the program to discuss how summer is a great time to work on your home. To learn more about what Lindemann Chimney, Fireplace, Heating, and Cooling can do for you, go to lindemann.com or give them a […]

Beloved ex-WGN'er Joe Brand joins John Williams to talk about how life has been since he was named the radio voice of the Pittsburgh Penguins last fall! Joe says he misses Chicago’s grid system and wouldn’t have the Penguins job without the support from all his friends at WGN Radio.

Beloved ex-WGN'er Joe Brand joins John Williams to talk about how life has been since he was named the radio voice of the Pittsburgh Penguins last fall! Joe says he misses Chicago’s grid system and wouldn’t have the Penguins job without the support from all his friends at WGN Radio.

Beloved ex-WGN'er Joe Brand joins John Williams to talk about how life has been since he was named the radio voice of the Pittsburgh Penguins last fall! Joe says he misses Chicago’s grid system and wouldn’t have the Penguins job without the support from all his friends at WGN Radio.

Beloved ex-WGN'er Joe Brand joins John Williams to talk about how life has been since he was named the radio voice of the Pittsburgh Penguins last fall! Joe says he misses Chicago’s grid system and wouldn’t have the Penguins job without the support from all his friends at WGN Radio.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! It’s a small, but mighty crew! This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the Supreme Court saying it would hear whether Republicans can challenge Illinois' law that allows mail-in election ballots to be […]

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! It’s a small, but mighty crew! This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the Supreme Court saying it would hear whether Republicans can challenge Illinois' law that allows mail-in election ballots to be […]

WGN Radio's Dave Plier showcases stand-up comedians with Chicago's Own Pat McGann, Roastmaster General Jeff Ross, Nikki Glaser, Harvey Illinois' own Tom Dreesen, Tom Papa, Jake Johannsen. Dave also talks to author Michael Starr on his new book: ‘Nothing Comes Easy: The Life of Rodney Dangerfield and Kelly Carlin on the legacy of her late […]

WGN Radio's Dave Plier celebrates the 1960's with Mike Love of The Beach Boys, Barbara Eden of “I Dream of Jeannie” (seen weekdays on Antenna TV), Micky Dolenz of The Monkees, Bill Mumy of Lost in Space, George Schlatter of “Laugh In” and iconic singer Darlene Love.

Author Michael Starr joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to talk about his latest biography, Nothing Comes Easy: The Life of Rodney Dangerfield, the first-ever biography of the legendary comic and the most improbable rise to fame in the history of American comedy.

Comedian Pat McGann joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to talk about opening for Sebastian Maniscalco in Las Vegas and his upcoming show at the Raue Center for the Arts on Saturday July 12, 2025. For tickets, visit rauecenter.org or patmcganncomedy.com.

The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, and longtime Chicago journalist Cate Plys! It’s a small, but mighty crew! This week, the Rascals start the podcast talking about the Supreme Court saying it would hear whether Republicans can challenge Illinois' law that allows mail-in election ballots to be […]

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the city’s official Ferris Bueller Day, the taping of the final Bozo show, the debut of the Butterfinger candy bar, and more.

At long last! After months of whispers and not so subtle hints, the Chicago Fire on Tuesday morning unveiled their plans for a 22,000 seat, privately funded, soccer-specific stadium in Chicago's South Loop. Construction is expected to begin this fall, with the expectation it will be completed ahead of the 2028 MLS season. What does this mean for the Fire? For Chicago sports? Alex is joined by CHGO Cubs contributor and WGN Radio's Kevin Wells to react to and break down the news.

WGN-TV Chief Meteorologist Demetrius Ivory joins Lisa Dent to discuss the smoke from the Canadian wildfires, how long the Chicago sky will have smoke, and shares the upcoming forecast. As part of the celebration of his 40th anniversary on WGN Radio, Steve Bertrand joins the conversation to recall his on-the-scene coverage of the devastating Will County […]

It’s been 40 years since Steve Bertrand began his career at WGN Radio. To celebrate, some former coworkers joined Lisa Dent to reminisce on Bertrand’s career including Spike O’Dell, Kathy O’Malley and Judy Markey, Andrea Darlas, and Judy Pielach.