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Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1444 - The Daylight is Getting Shorter!Garry shares a stat about herpes and how it is being used to fight cancer. Plus, there a major recall of Ritz crackers because of a product labeling issue. 2025-07-1435 min
Dave PlierChicago radio legend Garry Meier with Tom Skilling and Dave Plier
Chicago radio legend Garry Meier joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier in studio along with Tom Skilling from Hawaii to talk about Garry’s adventures in the suburbs. Tom jumped in with Garry and Dave to reminisce about his time on air with Garry, volcanoes erupting in Hawaii, weather and too many laughs to count.
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Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 7-11-25The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! Streaming starts at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, July 11, 2025. We know nonsense and yappetizers aplenty will be served. Tonight’s guests will be Dan Fedor and Caitlin Sheridan Subscribe to the GarrForceLIVE channel! It’s free. Once subscribed, you can also click the bell icon to be notified when the show is LIVE! Every one of the cocktail hour shows can be replayed there on demand too. The GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel is the only place you MAY share comments that we MAY see in our virtual studio, and it is the only...2025-07-121h 13Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1443 - Happy 7-11!Pre-Board for the cocktail show tonight and throw back to a show on WGN.FM2025-07-111h 45
The Sherman & Tingle ShowRadio God Garry Meier in Studio - The Sherman and Tingle ShowChicago Radio Legend Garry Meier stops by to talk interviews, old days and Disco Demolition with Sherman and Tingle, and takes a shot at Match ONE.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-07-1036 minThe Sherman & Tingle ShowAsk Blanche - July 9, 2025 - "Garry Meier" - The Sherman and Tingle ShowDriver Michelle from Grayslake asks Blanche if the rumor of her tryst with Radio God Garry Meier is true.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-07-0904 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1442 - Summertime Rockin'Garry shares the names of some body parts that you may not know Plus, kids in a China school are sick because they were served food decorated with lead paint.2025-07-0929 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1441 - Flying Into JulyGarry remembers the days when travelers checks were popular. Plus, a man tries to bring a bunch of snakes into the US in his luggage.2025-07-0737 min
Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 7-4-25Happy 4th of July from Matt's Barn!2025-07-051h 01Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1440 - Happy 4th of July!!Happy 4th of July GarrForce! Pre-Board show and Part 2 of the Howard Stern interview2025-07-0438 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1439 - What You Selling?Garry discusses bad TV ads for body deodorants and some other AI generated commercials. Plus, a monk in Thailand shoots another monk dead because he was too loud.2025-07-0238 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1438 - Its the end of June!Garry reflects on what 85 years old looks like these days. Plus, a lifeguard gets injured after falling on an umbrella.2025-06-3033 min
Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 6-27-25Garry welcomes Tom Skilling and a performance by the OhYes! Band to The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! Streaming starts at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, June 27, 2025. We know nonsense and yappetizers aplenty will be served. Lube is up to you, just be safe and responsible while you stream along LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! (or catch a replay at your convenience) on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.2025-06-281h 02Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1437 - Pre-board show for Friday June 27, 2025Garry welcomes Tom Skilling and a performance by the OhYes! Band to The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! Streaming starts at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, June 27, 2025. We know nonsense and yappetizers aplenty will be served. Lube is up to you, just be safe and responsible while you stream along LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! (or catch a replay at your convenience) on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.2025-06-2740 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1436 - Summertime Swingin'Garry discusses with Leslie about her lost cat and how FOPO is influencing people these days.2025-06-2533 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1435 - Soak up the sun, feel the fun!Garry discusses what "fridge cigarette" is. Plus, a woman is killed by a train after using the tracks as a bathroom.2025-06-2334 min
Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 6-20-25Garry welcomes Jon Najarian & Jenna Duddleston to The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! Streaming starts at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, June 20, 2025. We know nonsense and yappetizers aplenty will be served. Lube is up to you, just be safe and responsible while you stream along LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! (or catch a replay at your convenience) on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel. Subscribe to the GarrForceLIVE channel! It’s free and can be found at " / garrforcelive " Once subscribed, you can also click the bell icon to be notified when the show is LIVE! Every one of the cocktail hour sh...2025-06-211h 19Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1434 - A Throw Back Pre-Board ShowPre-Board fun for tonight's cocktail show and a throw back show from WGN.FM2025-06-201h 39Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1433 - What's a RAT?Garry discusses a video by Captain Steve about the Air India crash. Plus, a woman in Texas is married to a man without him knowing he was married. 2025-06-1832 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1432 - AirplanesGarry discusses more around the plane crash in India. Plus, a man is convicted for pretending to be flight crew to fly free on airlines.2025-06-1639 min
Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 6-13-25Garry welcomes Lisa Whelchel to The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! Streaming starts at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, June 13, 2025. We know nonsense and yappetizers aplenty will be served. Lube is up to you, just be safe and responsible while you stream along LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! (or catch a replay at your convenience) on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel. Subscribe to the GarrForceLIVE channel! It’s free and can be found at " / garrforcelive " Once subscribed, you can also click the bell icon to be notified when the show is LIVE! Every one of the cocktail hour shows can be...2025-06-145h 18Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1431 - Which Way Are We Going?Garry shares some pre-flight fun along with some way back audio from 10 years ago on WGN.FM2025-06-131h 54Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1430 - Hot Summer FunGarry discusses a gender reveal party that took place on an airplane. Plus, a man in Kentucky releases a raccoon in a business. 2025-06-1136 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1429 - Sunshine in JuneGarry shares the most popular dog names and shares some details on upcoming Cocktail Show guests for this week.2025-06-0937 min
Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 6-6-25Meteorological Summer engaged. What better time to go Commando on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! Streaming starts at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, June 6, 2025. No guests are scheduled, but as you saw last week, you never know when there will be a last minute change of game plan. We know nonsense and yappetizers aplenty will be served. Lube is up to you, just be safe and responsible while you stream along LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! (or catch a replay at your convenience) on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.2025-06-073h 41Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1428 - Pre-Flight MedleyPre-Flight for the tonight's cocktail show. Meteorological Summer engaged. What better time to go Commando on The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! Streaming starts at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, June 6, 2025. No guests are scheduled, but as you saw last week, you never know when there will be a last minute change of game plan. We know nonsense and yappetizers aplenty will be served. Lube is up to you, just be safe and responsible while you stream along LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! (or catch a replay at your convenience) on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.2025-06-0628 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1427 - Abbey RoadGarry discusses his reaction to watching a young woman react to hearing The Beatles medley from Abbey Road for the first time. 2025-06-0432 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1426 - Summer WindGarry breaks down the People magazine article on David Muir. Plus, police have trouble getting a bobcat out of a lady's house. 2025-06-0232 min
Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Cocktail Show Live 5-30-25Welcome to the sixth season of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! Watch what gets built, starting with the premiere episode at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, May 30, 2025. Actor and comedian Jeremy Piven was a late addition to the show and joins Garry to chat about his career and his current stand-up comedy tour (tickets available at https://jeremy-piven.com). Nonsense and yappetizers aplenty served too. As on all the streams, bring your own lube and be safe and responsible while you stream along LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! (or catch a replay at your convenience) on t...2025-05-313h 52Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1425 - Friday Fun!Pre-Board show for tonight's cocktail show featuring an Albert Brooks interview with Steve & Garry from 40 years ago on WLS radio.2025-05-3036 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1424 - Wednesday: Halfway to the weekend!Garry discusses the parking lot of inflatables that Leslie checked out at a nearby mall.2025-05-2832 minDave PlierRadio legend Garry Meier: Venerating our fallen with memories of WWII by his father
Radio Hall of Famer Garry Meier joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the real meaning of Memorial Day. Garry celebrates his father, Frank Meier, and his combat experiences from serving in World War II. Visit garrymeier.com for more.
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2025-05-2600 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1423 - Memorial Day 2025Garry plays his Dad's tape and shares some insight around Memorial Day.2025-05-2633 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 5-23-25Here's a twist: we've been doing live streaming shows for FIVE years. The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! concludes its fifth season starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, May 23, 2025. Nonsense and yappetizers aplenty will be available. You bring your own whatever and be safe and responsible while you stream along LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! (or catch a replay at your convenience) on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.2025-05-241h 42Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1423 - Ron SantoPre-Board flight including a interview with Ron Santo 2025-05-2329 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1422 - A Visit with Dan FedorGarry visits with Dan Fedor. Plus, a man is in trouble for shooting livestock.2025-05-2133 minGarry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1421 - A Monday in MayGarry discusses the haboob that went through Chicago land area along with Leslie's neighborhood prom party. Plus, jelly shots end up at elementary school.2025-05-1933 min
Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 5-16-25The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! goes wheels up at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central, on Friday, May 16, 2025. Along with the usual nonsense and yappetizers, Garry plans to chat with members of both of our regular bands, Oh Yes! and Bon Journeyed. Stream along LIVE! LIVE! LIVE! (or catch a replay at your convenience) on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel.2025-05-171h 55Garry Meier ShowGarrForce Episode 1420 - A Pre-Flight Throw BackPre-Flight fun and a throw back where Garry visits. with Brian Dennehy 2025-05-1636 minDave PlierGarry Meier: Bottled old fashioned, award shows relevance, importance of creature comforts
Garry Meier catches up with WGN Radio’s Dave Plier on cocktailing, the bottled old fashioned, award show relevance and the obscure movie and TV shows nominated, and the creature comforts of life.
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2025-01-2500 minDave PlierGarry Meier: TV’s merriest Christmas episodes, Santa & Baby Jesus decor shouldn’t co-exist on the same lawn!
Radio legend Garry Meier joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to lament about the unfortunate co-existence of two holidays themes on one lawn, top TV holiday episodes and the importance of family memories.
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2024-12-2400 minDave PlierWTTW’s Geoffrey Baer: New TV special ‘A Celebration of Hanukkah’
WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about his new special, ‘A Celebration of Hanukkah,’ premiering Monday, December 23, 2024 at 8pm. For more, visit wttw.com/hanukkah.
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2024-12-2100 minDave PlierCelebrating the 99th birthday of living legend Dick Van Dyke!
To celebrate Dick Van Dyke’s 99th birthday, Dave shares his conversation with Dick about growing up in Danville, Ill., his entertainment journey in radio, Broadway, television, and the movies, and his longevity in life.
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2024-12-1400 minDave PlierClowning around with Joey D’Auria, WGN-TV’s Bozo from 1984-2001: The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, exploring Chicago with David Letterman, voice acting, memories and more
Former WGN-TV Bozo, Joey D’Auria joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier in studio to talk about his experience as The World’s Most Famous Clown, his appearance on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, his audition, behind the scenes stories, fellow cast members, voice acting and his love of Chicago.
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2024-11-2800 minDave PlierThanksgiving grilling with Weber Grill Ambassador Kevin Kolman
Weber Grill Ambassador Kevin Kolman talks turkey on your grill, sides and more! Weber.com
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.cls-7{fill:#fff;fill2024-11-2800 minDave PlierThe history of Thanksgiving in America: Plymouth Rock, turkey and presidential pardons
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.
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2024-11-2800 minDave PlierFrom first down to touchdown, elevate your tailgate with Barefoot Wine
Jennifer Wall, award-winning winemaker behind Barefoot Wine, official sponsor of the NFL, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about elevating your tailgating experience with Barefoot Wine; wings, burgers, bbq rib pairings and more!
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2024-11-1600 minDave PlierGarry Meier & Dave Plier: The importance of Veterans Day and a remembrance of Garry’s father’s experience in WWII
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier catches up with Radio Hall of Famer Garry Meier to continue a Veterans Day tradition: Celebrating his father, WWII veteran Frank Meier, as he shares his special recording about the 48-hour period of battle in December 1944 during his service in the U.S. Army under General George Patton.
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2024-11-1100 minDave PlierGoose Island’s 2024 Bourbon County Stout Variants release on Black Friday!
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, WGN TV Morning News’ Jeff Hoover, Tracy Hoover and Erica McDonald about this time-honored tradition, the history, the process, and why Bourbon County Stout resonates with both the beer and bourbon connoisseur.
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...2024-11-0900 minDave PlierCelebrity political endorsements simply don’t matter
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks about this week’s presidential election, over a century of celebrity endorsements, the fact that celebrity endorsements did not drive voters to cast a ballot for a specific candidate this year and the need for these superstars to stay in their lane.
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2024-11-0900 minDave PlierWGN Radio host Dave Plier is engaged!
Lisa Dent welcomes Dave Plier and his fiancé Erica McDonald to talk about getting engaged last week, a second time around for them both, and a slight age difference that Dave refuses to recognize.
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2024-11-0200 minDave PlierMo Rocca profiles ‘Roctogenarians’: Well-known and the lesser known achieving great things later in life
TV host Mo Rocca talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about his new book ‘Roctogenerians’, an inspiring collection of stories that celebrates the triumphs of people who made their biggest marks late in life.
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2024-11-0200 minDave PlierRetailers go old school and return to holiday catalogs, Chicago stores gone but not forgotten
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to former WGN newsman Roger Badesch about the return of holiday catalogs, inspired by the old Sears Wish Book. Plus, Dave & Roger take a look back at stores we shopped that are gone but not forgotten like Marshall Fields, Wieboldt’s, Montgomery Ward, Zayre, Venture and more.
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2024-11-0200 minDave PlierBill O’Reilly: No spin assessments on the U.S. presidency from Washington to Biden
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to author and journalist Bill O’Reilly about his latest book ‘Confronting the Presidents’. From Washington to Jefferson, Lincoln to Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Kennedy to Nixon, Reagan to Obama and Biden, the 45 United States presidents have left lasting impacts on our nation. Some of their legacies continue today, some are justly forgotten, and some have changed as America has changed. Whether famous, infamous, or obscure, all the presidents shaped our nation in unexpected ways. Watch the NewsNation special ‘Confronting the Presidents’: Sunday November 3, 2024 at 6pm CT on WGN-TV in Chicago.
https://serve.castfire.com...2024-11-0200 minDave PlierDave Plier and Billy Corgan share memories of ‘Bozo’s Circus’
The Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan stops by the studio to share memories with Dave Plier about WGN-TV’s legendary “Bozo’s Circus” and discuss the upcoming weekend of Bozo fun at Madame Zuzu’s in Highland Park, October 18-20. They also discuss the band’s upcoming Latin America tour and more.
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2024-10-0500 minDave PlierThe Tonight Show’s 70th anniversary with editor, author and producer Bill Carter
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates the 70th anniversary of The Tonight Show with Bill Carter, columnist, author and producer of ‘The Story of Late Night’, highlighting the legacy of the series and hosts Steve Allen, Jack Paar, Johnny Carson, Jay Leno, Conan O’Brien and Jimmy Fallon.
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2024-09-2800 minDave PlierThe Tonight Show’s 70th anniversary with legendary bandleader Doc Severinsen
To celebrate The Tonight Show’s 70th Anniversary, WGN Radio’s Dave Plier shares his conversation with legendary bandleader Doc Severinsen, talking about leading the Tonight Show Band, working with Johnny, his fashion statements, favorite moments filling in for Ed McMahon, touring on the road and remembering the day that Johnny left us.
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Celebrating WG2024-09-2800 minDave PlierDavid Eigenberg and Chris Stolte on 13 seasons of NBC’s ‘Chicago Fire’
Actors David Eigenberg and Chris Stolte talk to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about their 13 seasons on NBC’s Chicago Fire and TV shows turning 50 this year.
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2024-09-2700 minDave PlierWTTW’s Chicago Stories: Iconic stories about an iconic city
Anna Gardner, Executive Producer of WTTW’s ‘Chicago Stories’ joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the new season featuring stories about The Black Sox Scandal, Long-lost Amusement Parks, The Making of Playboy, House Music and more.
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2024-09-2700 minDave PlierBill O’Reilly on new book ‘Confronting the Presidents’, presidential debate performance: ‘Trump can’t discipline himself, Harris is a generalist who dodged questions’
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Bill O’Reilly about his new book ‘Confronting the Presidents’: From Washington to Jefferson, Lincoln to Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Kennedy to Nixon, Reagan to Obama and Biden, the 45 United States presidents have left lasting impacts on our nation. Some of their legacies continue today, some are justly forgotten, and some have changed as America has changed. Whether famous, infamous, or obscure, all the presidents shaped our nation in unexpected ways. Bill also breaks down this week’s Presidential Debate between former President Trump and Vice President Harris.
https://serve.castfire.com/audio/642300...2024-09-1400 minDave Plier80’s film ‘Sixteen Candles’ turns 40: A Chicagoland celebration with Anthony Michael Hall
Actor Anthony Michael Hall joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to celebrate the 40th anniversary of film classic ‘Sixteen Candles’, his appearance at The Hobart Art Theater in Hobart, Indiana on Saturday September 28, 2024. Plus… Anthony talks about his new role in Prime Video’s 3rd season of ‘Reacher’. For tickets visit etix.com.
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2024-09-1400 minDave PlierComedy icon Eugene Levy co-hosts the Emmys this Sunday
Comedy icon Eugene Levy co-hosts the Emmys this weekend with his son Dan Levy! WGN Radio’s Dave Plier shares his conversation with Eugene, talking about Second City, SCTV, Vacation, Best in Show, American Pie, Waiting for Guffman, Schitt’s Creek, and more.
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2024-09-1400 minDave PlierAntenna TV series ‘Bewitched’ turns 60 with Erin ‘Tabitha’ Murphy
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates the 60th anniversary of TV classic ‘Bewitched’ with Erin ‘Tabitha’ Murphy. Bewitched airs on Antenna TV for a full hour at 6am and 11am weekdays. Visit antennatv.tv for more.
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For Badass Entrepreneurs ONLY!Visionary Chicago Radio DJ & Destroyer of Disco - Garry MeierIn this episode, we sit down with Garry Meier, a legendary figure whose voice revolutionized the airwaves of Chicago. From his audacious Disco Demolition Night to his unapologetic knack for shaking up the status quo, Garry has not just built a career; he's sparked movements. Garry's journey is a masterclass in risktaking and radical thinking, core to any entrepreneur's playbook. We'll explore how he transformed challenges into stepping stones and turned a conservative industry on its head. If you've ever wondered what it takes to disrupt industries and captivate audiences, Garry's insights will light the fire of innovation within you. 🔥 2024-09-0356 minDave PlierMike Rowe on the American job market, trade work shortage, Work Ethic Scholarships
Mike Rowe from Discovery’s ‘Dirty Jobs’, Deadliest Catch’, podcast ‘The Way I Heard It’ and mikeroweworks.org joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to celebrate Labor Day, his Work Ethic Scholarships, the American work ethic, 810,000 fewer jobs than first reported this year.
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WGN-TV’s Larry Potash talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about his 30 years with the ole number 9, and the 30th anniversary of the WGN Morning News.
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It’s Micky Dolenz of the Monkees, who joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about a half a century of music, their Emmy award-winning TV series, The Monkees friendship with The Beatles, opening act Jimi Hendrix, and lifelong friendships. Micky Dolenz will be LIVE on stage at The DesPlaines Theatre on Saturday October 19th and Sunday October 20th at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles.
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The SmorgShow Podcast (Smorgasbord Radio)From the Archives: Paul Chris and Paul Dave Former longtime host of WLS's ‘Drive Chicago,’ Paul Brian passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 11. In honor of his passing, we are unearthing a rare recording of Chris and Dave from 2011 where they display their best baritone pipes to deliver this comical exchange. To give credit where credit is due, Chris and Dave 'borrowed' this concept from Chicago talk radio hosts Steve Dahl and Garry Meier who took on the names 'Paul Steve' and 'Paul Garry' and imitated Paul Bryan's deep radio voice. Chris and Dave decided to do t...2024-06-2803 min
Steve Cochran on The Big 89WLS 100: Garry MeierThe WLS' 100th anniversary celebration continues with the iconic Chicago radio veteran Garry Meier on the Steve Cochran Show. They delve into everything that's going wrong in Chicago politics, why travelers are always caught off guard by heavy Memorial Day traffic, and Garry's most cherished moments at WLS AM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-05-2318 min
Hoppe Radio (Hoppe Hour) With Ryan HoppeRadio Legend Garry Meier Calls Into Hoppe Hour With Ryan HoppeCheck it out as Chicago radio legend Garry Meier calls into Hoppe Hour With Ryan Hoppe!
2024-04-0336 minHoppe Radio (Hoppe Hour) With Ryan HoppeRadio Legend Garry Meier Calls Into Hoppe Hour With Ryan HoppeCheck it out as Chicago radio legend Garry Meier calls into Hoppe Hour With Ryan Hoppe!
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BARGUMENTSEP34 - GARRY MEIERThe hit podcast Barguments returns from the holiday break with a radio icon! Hosts Dan Levy and Joe Kelly are joined by a radio icon, Hall of Famer, now podcaster Garry Meier! Together they entertainingly bargue over the following topics:- What is the most overrated food item?- Who would win in a fight: Ronald McDonald vs The Burger King?- and so much more.Once again, please continue to share the Barguments the Podcast with neighbors and friends, and make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode of the...2024-01-0242 min
The Hardy BrainHall-of-Fame Talk Show Host Garry Meier Talks Media"a fish might be qualified to be a talk show host the way the industry has gone over the past few years" Sit back, have a cocktail, and listen to Hall-of-Fame radio talk show host Garry Meier tell stories of the industry, punchlines, and rant about the everyday insanity. Teaser: "when I was working construction and humping out of crawl spaces no one said I had a voice for radio, you have to have content" Find him at- https://garrymeier.com/2023-10-3039 min
Chicago Golf ReportSteve Olken from Harris Golf CarsOur guest this episode on The Chicago Golf Report podcast is media veteran and fleet sales manager at Harris Golf Cars, Steve Olken. You can learn more about Harris Golf Cars and watch Steve on The Cart Path – Driven by Harris Golf Cars.
In this conversation with Steve, we talk about:
How Harris Golf Cars got their start in Dubuque, Iowa in 1979
Why supply chain issues have had a significant impact on the delivery of new golf cars
His early career experiences working as an intern with the popular Steve Dahl and Garry Meier radio show
Wh...2023-05-1400 min
The Brandon T. Adams Audio ExperienceTurning Failure into Lessons | The Garry Meier Show InterviewSend us a textIf you want to learn about why you NEED to be sharing your story to grow your brand and business, this episode is for you!Share your thoughts with me on Instagram! @brandontadams Contact me: www.brandontadams.com Text me: (563)217-68502023-04-1116 min
Joe and Tina - Star Morning ShowKevin Matthews - Chicago radio personality and legend talks old Loop Days and moreNot only did Kevin talk to Joe and Tina about being on the air on the The Loop (97.9 Chicago #RIP), but also about the players that made the station and how they are working on a documentary of the time with Steve and Garry Meier, Johnny B, and more! It was a crazy time with the Chicago Bulls run in the 90's and more. FCC violations, and those pesky radio consultants. The man has plenty to share about those cherished years in Chicago. He also touched on "The Friday Song" and the inception of it being the song to...2023-02-1712 min
The Weekly Wrap w/ Bruce WolfThe Weekly Wrap w/ Bruce Wolf EP2215 | Queen Elizabeth, Joe Biden, Garry Meier, Trump, Obama, Chet Chit ChatBruce and Tim discuss: Dead queens, Biden's enemy list, teachers jailed, Trump indicted?, Covid boosters, Garry Meier, Obama's 2nd portrait, plus a new 'Brucervations' and the return of Chet Chit Chat! This is the podcast version of the VPOD-TV Network show that airs Fridays at 7:30pm over the air in Chicago (59.3) and Peoria and globally via Roku and also airs at 2pm on WJOB 1230AM and 104.7FM as well as JEDTV.
#comedy #politics #currentevents #popculture #brucewolf #timslagle2022-09-0948 min
My Wakeup Call with Dr. Mark GoulstonEp 373- Garry MeierIn this episode I speak with long time top Chicago radio host, Garry Meier, and host of the Garry Meier Show Podcast whose wakeup call has always speaking up and out about the b.s. in the world and making it topical and funny and thought provoking. http://garrymeier.com/podcast/2022-08-0457 min
The Mike Tomano HappeningThe Mike Tomano Happening: Episode 25 - Steve Dahl & Robert MurphyMike talks about his junior high dreams of becoming a radio personality, and the influence of jocks Steve Dahl and Robert Murphy. Dahl, along with partner Garry Meier, broke every rule and invented personality radio in the late 70s and 80s, influencing all who followed, including Howard Stern. Robert Murphy's radio show was a mixture of coolness and mischief. Both helped Mike shape his idea of what he wanted to do on his own radio show. Murf talks with Mike about changes in the radio landscape and restrictions placed on creativity. The Stever and Mike talk about podcasting and t...2021-12-2029 min
Get Yourself Optimized279. Masterful Storytelling with Garry MeierRunning a podcast and being recognized for it is every podcaster's dream. Today's guest, Garry Meier, is an award-winning radio and podcast host, and he's here today on Get Yourself Optimized to share some of his biggest pieces of advice from his successful career. Garry is a Chicago-based radio personality who has been active in Chicago radio since 1973. He is well known for being part of the highly successful radio duos "Steve & Garry" and "Roe and Garry.” He also hosted shows on WFYR, WYEN, WLUP, WCKG, WGN, and WGN.FM at various times in his career. The show notes, inc...2020-12-2452 min
Just A Few Questions PodcastDid You Ever Swim Naked? Garry MeierMarc Sims speaks with radio legend Garry Meier.
http://garrymeier.com2020-12-1613 min
Misfits Makin' It: Oddballs Doing Cool Stuff on Radio MisfitsRTA – Publishing Unique Voices With Rick Kaempfer and David Stern of Eckhartz Press“Everyone has a story to tell and when its your personal story you’re selling yourself, too. And that, to me, is a very easy sell.” — Rick Kaempfer
Today I interviewed Rick Kaempfer and David Stern of Eckhartz Press.
Rick Kaempfer is the co-founder and publisher of Eckhartz Press. In addition to being the publisher, he is the author of several Eckhartz Press releases, inclucing “EveryCubEver”, “Father Knows Nothing”, “Records Truly Is My Middle Name” (with John Records Landecker) and “The Living Wills” (with Brendan Sullivan), Rick has been published several times before (including a novel “$everance” and a...2020-06-1826 min
The SmorgShow Podcast (Smorgasbord Radio)100. Live from a Barn: 100-Episode Retrospective One Saturday morning in early January 1979, I launched my own faux-radio station from my bedroom with the call letters WKID-FM. This 12-year old's humble configuration consisted of just a turntable and a Panasonic cassette recorder. My early influences were Chicago radio station disk jockeys John Landecker, Larry Lujack, Bob Sirott and eventually Steve Dahl and Garry Meier. Each Saturday morning, I would record myself spinning the Top 40 hits and announcing over the intros. I did this religiously on a weekly basis to the point where I felt I was actually broadcasting to a real audience. For the next two...2018-12-302h 34
Inside The ArchivesWhat Goes On Behind The Scenes At XRTXRT Morning Show Producer Chris Cwiak isn't one to be front and center of a radio show, but his impact is heard every morning on the radio. We spoke with him to get the behind the scenes look at the critical role a producer plays to a radio show, working with talent, the best and worst guests he's encountered in his career, and what to do when an interview goes south. Topics include: What's the role of a radio producer (1:45), producing for Stan Lawrence/Terry Armour/Garry Meier (5:55), how to contribute your ideas to the show while...2018-09-0752 min
Garry Meier ShowEpisode 342 - Richard LewisGarry checks in with legendary comedian and actor Richard Lewis. Meanwhile, the world put aside it's petty differences for a moment and stopped to watch a small animal climb a skyscraper. Plus, Target had second thoughts about a new line of cards for Father's Day.2018-06-1542 min
The Hey My Man PodcastEpisode #175 - Art Bell, His Name Is Art BellEpisode #175 - Art Bell, His Name Is Art Bell
00:00:39 - Old Comedy Notebooks
00:03:39 - Region Raccoons
00:24:07 - The Loop and Chicago Radio
00:46:20 - Dexter’s Middle Name
00:55:20 - Sammiches and Hick Hop
01:00:00 - Therapy
01:06:30 - More Notes
01:07:42 - List Of Movies
Music
Operation Ivy
Kiss
Andrew kubiszewski
The Godfather
Def Leopard
Devo
Mentions
Gummo
Steve Dahl
Jonathan Brandmeier
Buzz Kilman
Garry Meier
Art Bell
Mike Francesa
Jay Marvin
Roe Cann
Chris Russo
Howard Stern
Mancow
Local Business Shouts
Charcuterie
American Natural Resource
Zels
TwinCade
Portillos
Jed In the Region
Blythes
Grindhouse 2018-03-271h 15
Garry Meier ShowEpisode 232 - Richard LewisGarry checks in with comedian Richard Lewis, who will be in the new season of Curb Your Enthusiasm on HBO. Meanwhile, a Louisiana man had the worst day you could possibly imagine. Plus, the conga line of hurricanes in Florida resulted in a Ghost Boat washing up on shore.2017-09-291h 00
Loop 40 - The 40th Anniversary PodcastSteve Dahl talks Disco Demolition, Garry Meier and the on-air vasectomyRadio legend Steve Dahl talks about his Loop memories in this special crossover with his podcast (heard on Dahl.com).2017-03-2325 min
The SOS Show with James Lott JrTalking Radio with Award Winning Radio Legend Garry MeierHost James Lott Jr talks with Award Winning Radio Host Garry Meier2017-03-231h 00
The WatercoolerGarry Meier | Radio and Podcast HostRadio legend Garry Meier talks about his illustrious career in talk radio and discusses his concerns and excitement for moving his show to a new medium: podcasting.Check out his podcast The Garry Meier Show and visit garrymeier.comHost: Chris LaxamanaChrisLaxamana.comSupport The Show:Purchase the 'Resume Podcast Theme' song on iTunes and Amazon.And if you enjoy the show, please leave a rating and review on iTunes.2016-12-3145 min
On Air With Tony SweetGarry Meier - Radio Hall of Famer2016-07-2748 min
On Air With Tony SweetGarry Meier - Radio Hall of Famer2016-07-2748 min
Garry Meier ShowEpisode 37 - Adam CarollaGarry talks to comedian and podcast pioneer Adam Carolla. Meanwhile, after the incident at the Zoo in Cincinnati, now bad parenting seems to be spreading around the world. Plus, despite news reports that suggested otherwise, Chicago does not have the most miserable airport in the country. 2016-06-031h 02
Garry Meier ShowEpisode 18 - Richard LewisAccording to a listener email, the rise of the machines may have been stalled. After last week's discussion of death superstitions, Garry thinks his father may have come back as a bird. Plus, Garry talks to his long time friend, comedian Richard Lewis.2016-04-201h 15
Garry Meier ShowEpisode 16 - Not Fast Food, Good Food QuicklyWhile human beings are fighting over the minimum wage, it looks like robots are getting ready to replace us all. An employee at a restaurant in Colorado was caught on video putting their face in a bucket of raw chicken, which would not have happened with robots running the place. Plus, Garry checks in with his long time listener Jo.2016-04-151h 10
Garry Meier ShowEpisode 6 – John McDonough interviewGarry sits down with his friend John McDonough, the President and CEO of the Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks. Plus, Garry shares his reaction to the terror attacks in Brussels earlier this week.2016-03-231h 28
Garry Meier ShowEpisode 4 – Howard Stern interviewGarry continues his discussion with The King of All Media, Howard Stern. Howard talks about his experience on America's Got Talent, and they both share the biggest influences in their careers. Plus, why the middle seat on an airplane is actually the best place to sit and more!2016-03-1848 min
Garry Meier ShowEpisode 3 – Howard Stern interviewPart one of Garry's interview with his friend, the King of All Media, Howard Stern. Afterwards, Garry also talks about video voyeurism, and King Tut losing his beard.2016-03-1654 min
Cara's Basement"$everance" author Rick KaempferRick Kaempfer just released an amazingly entertaining satirical novel: $everance.
It is the first book I've managed to finish in two years (due to my
preoccupation with my crazy toddler) and I laughed out loud many times
while reading it - yeah, it's that
funny! If you work in the radio business you'll love the inside view
of the industry and if you're not in the media you will certainly learn
a lot of eye-opening trade secrets. He also co-wrote an earlier book
(with John Swanson), The Radio Producers Handbook. Both books cover a subject matter he k...2007-05-1731 min