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Dane NealBill White and Rob Braggs share how USAA supports service, veterans and ‘America’s Game’
West Point and the Naval Academy will be playing for the Commander in Chief’s Trophy pictured here – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio
USAA executives and Service Academy graduates Bill White and Rob Braggs join Dane Neal on WGN Radio’s Veteran Voices. Hear as they share their times at West Point and the Naval Academy and what the rivalry means to the Cadets, Midshipmen and military members worldwide. Listen as they fill us in on over 100 years of USAA, the origins of the company and unique mission of serving and supporting our veterans and their families. Both Bill a...
2025-12-1300 minDane NealChad Steele shares Army Navy and a history making life of family and football
West Point and the Naval Academy will be playing for the Commander in Chief’s Trophy pictured here – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio
Baltimore Ravens SVP of communications, Chad Steele joins Dane Neal live on WGN Radio’s Veteran Voices on USAA Radio Row before Army Navy. Hear as Chad shares his unique life and family’s connection to Army, West Point and this iconic game. Chad shares his father’s story as the first black player in West Point football history, his birth and childhood on post and importance of Army Navy weekend. Listen as Chad shares the rivalr...
2025-12-1300 min
Backstory with Larry PotashThe Father of Modern AdvertisingCatchy jingles. Pithy slogans. They help tell stories and sell products. But advertising wasn’t always colorful or memorable. The modern form of advertising came into existence in large part due to one man’s vision, Albert Lasker. In this piece for Backstory, Larry Potash unearths what we know about the man, and how he changed the course of business history. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash...
2025-11-2411 minBackstory with Larry PotashThe Hidden Suburban P.O.W. CampDuring World War II, the U.S. captured hundreds of thousands of German Soldiers. What to do with them all? House them in the United States, of course. In this piece for Backstory, Larry Potash looks at one such Prisoner-of-War camp nestled in Chicago’s tony North Shore, and the tavern that will forever be tied to it . Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your fav...
2025-11-2406 minBackstory with Larry PotashThe Rise & Fall of ToysToys are designed to be fun, but are rooted in reality. They mirror what is going on around us in the grown-up world. In this piece for Backstory, Larry Potash goes deep on some of the most popular toys ever made and what the future is for children’s toys in an increasingly digital world. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Clic...
2025-11-1711 minBackstory with Larry PotashThe Artist Who Saved a Hollywood Classic From Never Being MadeOne of the most famous and beloved films in history was never made. We’re talking about Walt Disney’s Bambi. During pre-production, there was a particular challenge that Disney and his team couldn’t quite figure out, until an artist named Tyrus Wong proposed an idea. Larry Potash profiles this immigrant artist who changed the course of cinematic history. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your...
2025-11-1709 minBackstory with Larry PotashAmerica’s History of Doomsday CultsThere are currently at least 10,000 cults in the United States. Cults have been part of life here going back four centuries. Why is America such a breeding ground for these groups? Larry Potash goes deep in this Backstory piece. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to download the free WGN+ app.See Privacy Policy at h...
2025-11-1009 min
Steve Dale's Other WorldBooth 46: Episode 8 – WGN Radio’s David Plier and actor Francis Guinan
*cue the Johnny Carson theme*
WGN Radio’s David Plier isn’t just a host at our station but also the President and CEO of the Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago. David joined Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast, from the heart of Chicago at Petterino’s, to talk about the re-opening of the museum, which is featuring the history of late night television and an incredible Johnny Carson exhibit.
Steve and David are also joined in the booth by award-winning TV and stage actor, Francis “Fran” Guinan. Fran recently starred in the Goodman Theatre‘s...
2025-11-0700 minBackstory with Larry PotashThe History of PseudoscienceEven intelligent people fall victim to faulty thinking, especially when it comes to science. Some try to use it to validate their spiritual beliefs. In this piece for Backstory, Larry Potash delves into the history of pseudoscience, and what it can tell us about our present era. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to download the free...
2025-11-0308 minBackstory with Larry PotashIan Fleming’s Wartime American Wingman It’s a question that anyone who loves movies wants to know. Who was the inspiration for James Bond? In this episode of Backstory, Larry Potash looks at one possibility from Ian Fleming’s life, his wartime wingman, former NFL player, White House insider, and America’s first WWII spy, Ernest Cuneo. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to...
2025-11-0311 minBackstory with Larry PotashWhy Dungeons and Dragons Still ThrivesLarry Potash looks at the backstory of what is for some, more than just a board game, but a way of life. See how the 1980s pop culture phenomenon Dungeons and Dragons is thriving a quarter of the way into the 21st century. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to download the free WGN+ app.Se...
2025-10-2709 minBackstory with Larry PotashA Short History of Magic Acts In a world where everything is explained, magic still offers two increasingly rare commodities--wonder and mystery. Larry Potash does a deep dive on the history of magic in this piece for Backstory, including a profile of two Chicago magicians plying the trade today. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to download the free WGN+ app.Se...
2025-10-2707 minBackstory with Larry PotashThe True Genius of Ray BradburyRay Bradbury is perhaps the bridge between the early visionaries of science fiction and our currently catalogue of Marvel and Star Wars. And it all started just north of Chicago, in Waukegan, Illinois. Larry Potash unearths the true genius of Ray Bradbury in this piece for Backstory. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to download the fre...
2025-10-2009 minBackstory with Larry PotashFrom Pulp to Popular: A Short History of Science FictionScience fiction is everywhere in our 21st century culture, from superheroes to spaceships. But there was a time it was an odd subculture. But those in what was an eccentric circle of literary pioneers were visionaries, who gave people a glimpse into the future, and perhaps timeless lessons on how to build a better life. Larry Potash gives us a short history of science fiction in this piece for Backstory. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podc...
2025-10-2007 minBackstory with Larry PotashA Decorated Pilot’s Final MissionHe’s been called the “Mexican Lindbergh.” In this piece for Backstory, Larry Potash profiles Emilio Carranza, the famous Mexican aviator who was renowned for his long-distance flights and 1928 goodwill mission to the United States, and his tragic final flight. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to download the free WGN+ app.See Privacy Policy a...
2025-10-1306 minBackstory with Larry PotashMurder in the Desert: a Break in Brother’s Search for KillerIn 1974, Dan Walker is shot and killed on a desert highway in the Mojave Desert. After nearly four decades, a break in the case leads Dan’s brother Doug to meet a key witness. Has he solved the case? Larry Potash brings us this cold case story for Backstory. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to down...
2025-10-1312 minBackstory with Larry PotashHow Journalism SurvivesIn this piece for Backstory, Larry Potash asks the question, how does journalism survive? Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to download the free WGN+ app. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2025-10-0610 minBackstory with Larry PotashThe Viking Ship that Took the World by StormCrossing the Atlantic in the 15th century was no easy feat. But the Vikings did it 500 years earlier. Larry Potash unearths this story about a replica ship that took the world by storm at Chicago’s 1893 World’s Fair and is still captivating the imagination to this very day.Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to...
2025-10-0605 minBackstory with Larry PotashThe Suburban Nazi Janitor Hiding in Plain SightOnce upon a time in suburban Chicago, there was a fairly ordinary suburb, with an ordinary high school, with an ordinary janitor. But it turns out the janitor’s backstory was quite extraordinary. He maintained a secret, one that would bring about worldwide manhunt to American cities in pursuit of justice. Larry Potash has the story of Oak Park and a man named Reinhold Kulle in this segment for Backstory. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your po...
2025-09-2910 minBackstory with Larry PotashPreserving history: The rarely seen reels of the Chicago Film ArchiveThe Chicago Film Archive is on a mission to preserve. Archiving film footage shot in Chicago and all over the Midwest, preserving not just celluloid memories, but saving history. From protests to politics to home movies, Larry Potash profiles this unique organization in this segment for Backstory. Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to download the fr...
2025-09-2908 minSteve Dale's Other WorldBooth 46: Episode 5 – The Goodman Theatre turns 100!
It’s hard to believe but the Goodman Theatre is joining WGN Radio in the “Centennial Club”!
In collaboration with Petterino’s, WGN’s Steve Dale is joined by Executive Director John Collins and Artistic Director Susan Booth on the Booth 46 Podcast to talk about one of the most noted theater institutions in America. The Goodman received the Regional Theatre Tony Award in 1992, recognizing its national artistic excellence, dozens of Jefferson Awards and many other honors – and for good reason. Even today with the current production, Ashland Avenue, the Goodman reaches for breaking new ground and defining excellence in story...
2025-09-2600 minDane NealBears fans get to ‘Break Out the Bandido’ with Dr. BBQ and Timmy from Da Bus at Tailgreeter Tailgate!
Ray Lampe “Dr. BBQ” at the Tailgate with African Charcoal – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio
BBQ Hall of Famer and lifelong Bears fan Ray Lampe “Dr. BBQ” joins Wendy Snyder live on WGN Radio. Hear as Ray shares all the excitement coming up around the highly anticipated game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Chicago Bears. Listen as Wendy and Ray talk about the El Bandido Yankee Tequila Tailgate coming up Sunday from Tailgreeter. Fans will get to pregame with all inclusive food and beverages, music, BBQ and VIP’s like Chris Chelios and more. Dr. BBQ will be cooking u...
2025-09-2100 minDane Neal‘WANNA Winner’ Matt Figula wins his way to GameDay with the Bears!
WANNA Parlay, The World’s Richest Parlay! heard on the John Williams Show!
WANNA Parlay VIP Experience Winner Matt Figula, joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Matt shares excitement on game day as he enjoys the El Bandido Yankee Tequila Tailgate with Da Bus and all the Firewater BBQ and Bears team spirit before the game. Matt fills us in on his winning WANNA Parlay and how he loves the app, community and all the ways to win. Matt and his friend then head to the WANNA Parlay, El Bandido Yankee Suite at Soldier Field for Monday Ni...
2025-09-1500 minDane NealFat Rosies to ‘Break Out the Bandido’ for Mexican Independence Day with Tacos and the Mexicana Bandida!
Fat Rosies celebrates Mexican Independence Day with El Bandido Yankee on WGN – photos Fat Rosies
Victor Tenorio of Fat Rosies, joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Victor shares excitement around Mexican Independence Day and special things happening with the ten Taco special and a new signature cocktail with El Bandido Yankee called the “Mexicana Bandida”. Listen as Victor shares all the action at the Chicago area locations with fun, food, Mariachis and more including the new fall menu coming soon! For all the information, action and celebrations happening for Mexican Independence Day go to www.fatrosies.com....
2025-09-1500 minBackstory with Larry PotashChicago's Starring Role in the Rise of Golf Where and how did the game of golf get its start? And how pivotal was Chicago in the game’s rise in popularity? Larry Potash has the Backstory.Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to download the free WGN+ app.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht...
2025-09-1509 minBackstory with Larry PotashHow the West Was Won: Professor Channels Gaming to Reach & Teach HistorySo often history class is a bunch of names and dates we’re perhaps remember long enough for test day and then forgotten. But history is rich with stories and too often we get those stories wrong. One professor came up with a new strategy—he teaches history through a video game. Larry Potash reports for Backstory.Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your f...
2025-09-1511 minBackstory with Larry PotashAn Army Doctor's Career Threatening SecretSecrets and wartime are common pairings. But what happens when the secret could end a career and alter lives? In this segment for Backstory, Larry Potash profiles a U.S. Army psychologist caught between two worlds.Backstory with Larry Potash airs Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on smart TVs on the free WGN+ app. For more, download the Backstory podcast wherever you get your podcasts, go to WGNtv.com/backstory, or follow Larry Potash on your favorite social media. Click here to see how to download the free WGN+ app.See Privacy Policy at http...
2025-09-0807 minDane NealFlyin Ryan is ready to race and Break Out the Bandido at ‘The BIG GO!’
Flyin Ryan, Ready to race at the 2025 NHRA U.S. Nationals – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio
El Bandido Yankee pro stock motorcycle star Flyin Ryan Oehler joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Ryan shares the race weekend and how fans are celebrating the biggest event in Drag Racing with the Official Tequila of Raceday. Ryan fills us in on the team as they prepare to go for another win at the NHRA U.S. Nationals. Listen as Ryan gives us the scoop on the new addition to the El Bandido Yankee Race team as baby Cameron Cr...
2025-09-0100 minDane NealRon Capps and Carlyle hoping to make even more NHRA history at Indy!
Dane Neal of WGN radio and NHRA Funny Car World Champion Ron Capps at U.S. Nationals – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio
3-time NHRA Nitro Funny Car World Champion, Ron Capps joins Dane Neal from WGN Radio live from the U.S. Nationals. Hear as Ron shares the amazing history of “The BIG Go” and how fans and legends revere this race weekend as the standard for excellence in the sport. Listen as Ron shares memories of recent Indy successes and how all-time greats like Don “The Snake” Prudhomme stay connected to Ron and racing during U.S. Nationals...
2025-09-0100 minDane NealCarson Coffman shares why WANNA Parlay players win bigger with VIP experiences & ‘The World’s Richest Parlay’
Levi Sutton and Carson Coffman at UFC 319 – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio
Wanna Parlay co-founder Carson Coffman joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Carson is in Chicago hosting the latest WANNA Parlay Winner, Levi Sutton, who’s in town for the VIP Experience, including UFC 319, Bears vs Bills from the WANNA Parlay Suite at Soldier Field and a luxury stay at Chicago’s legendary Palmer House Hilton. Listen as Carson fills us on in on “The World’s Richest Parlay” and how players are winning more than anywhere else and as part of the WANNA Parlay community, wi...
2025-08-2800 minDane NealWANNA Parlay player Levi Sutton wins his way to Chicago for VIP ‘Windy City’ weekend!
VIP experience winner Levi Sutton with WANNA Parlay co-founder Carson Coffman in the WANNA Parlay suite at Soldier Field – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio
WANNA Parlay player Levi Sutton joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Levi shares excitement around WANNA Parlay and winning his way from California to Chicago for a VIP experience that included UFC 319, The Palmer House Hilton and even catching the Bears vs. the Bills from the WANNA Parlay suite at Soldier Field. Listen as Levi fills us in how he made the winning Parlay and how WANNA Parlay is by far the be...
2025-08-2800 minSteve Dale's Other WorldBooth 46: Episode 1 with Albert Friedman and Lou Raizin
From the heart of Chicago, Albert Friedman and Lou Raizin help Steve Dale kickoff a new WGN Radio podcast called ‘Booth 46’, which will be live from Petterino’s Restaurant twice monthly.
Mr. Friedman, chairman and CEO of Friedman Properties (and the unofficial Mayor of River North), and Mr. Raizin, CEO of Broadway in Chicago, are two of the most influential, behind-the-scenes architects of city planning. You’ll hear a rare peek behind-the-briefcase, and you’ll be among the first to hear about plans for the downtown Cultural Stadium, which includes how soon you may soon be slammed by poetry in...
2025-08-1500 minSteve Dale's Other WorldWGN Radio has a new podcast: Booth 46
Albert Friedman and Lou Raizin help Steve Dale make an exciting announcement about a new WGN Radio podcast coming soon called Booth 46 that’ll be live from Petterino’s Restaurant. Mr. Friedman, chairman and CEO of Friedman Properties, and Raizin, CEO of Broadway in Chicago, are two of the most influential architects of City planning behind the scenes. The trio explains what you can expect from the podcast and who will be featured.
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2025-08-0400 min
The Business of Food with Steve AlexanderLook! Up in the sky… it’s Superman! No, it’s Corn Sweat!
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Even though he did skydive recently, it’s hard to imagine what WGN legend and meteorologist emeritus Tom Skilling could have in common with Superman. In the audio clip above, WGN’s entertainment reporter Dean Richards, in his regular 8:10 a.m. segment with Bob Sirott, mentions the name of the actor playing Superman in the new movie: David Corenswet. It’s pronounced “corn sweat.” WGN’s Steve Alexander, with the help of Chicago’s very own Superman, takes the story from there.
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On the MapOn the Map: Marcus Leshock, WGN-TV’s Roller Coaster Bureau Chief on what’s new at Dollywood, Six Flags, Cedar Point and more
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to WGN-TV’s Marcus Leshock about his love of roller coasters and new amusement park rides in the Midwest and across America, including Dollywood, Six Flags, Santa’s Village, Cedar Point, Indiana Beach, Universal, and more.
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2025-06-1400 min
Paul Lisnek Behind the CurtainBest selling author Brad Meltzer on his latest books: JFK Conspiracy and Making Magic
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Brad Meltzer is a New York Times Best Selling author of thrillers, non-fiction plots and conspiracy books and even children’s books. He’s an amazing author with an incredible writing style.
On this new podcast, Brad talks about his latest works: “The JFK Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill Kennedy – and Why it Failed “ and “Make Magic: The Book of Inspiration You Didn’t Know You Needed.” Plus he talks about his latest children...
2025-04-0700 minDane NealBubba Wallace and 23XI are back on track for 2025 and a Daytona win!
NASCAR Driver Bubba Wallace and WGN Radio host Dane Neal at WGN Studios – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio
Driver of the #23 Toyota for 23XI Racing, Bubba Wallace joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio before the Daytona 500. Hear as Bubba shares all the positives going into this year with great team and his growing family. Listen as Bubba talks about his great races at Daytona and the hopes to dial in a win this year. Bubba and Dane talk about his history and popularity in Chicago and the legendary local status of team owner Michael Jordan. Bubba shares excitement ar...
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Let's Get LegalWGN listeners’ jury stories with attorney Mike Leonard
Criminal defense attorney Mike Leonard joins WGN’s Jon Hansen to ask WGN listeners questions about trials they have served on as a juror. Mike also comments on the details and sequence of events that typically take place in particular cases.
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2025-01-0400 minDane NealMurphy’s Bleachers is ready for pregame broadcast to ‘Break Out the Bandido’ before the Winter Classic!
Jim Bob Morris Ready to “Break Out the Bandido”
Freddy Fagenholz, GM of the legendary Murphy’s Bleachers, joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Freddy shares excitement around the WGN Radio live pregame broadcast and how fans will get to “Break Out the Bandido” at Murphy’s all day for the Winter Classic. Murphy’s Bleachers, located just across the street from Wrigley Field, will host the WGN Radio, Blackhawks pregame show before the game between the Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues. Listen as WGN Radio sports host, Kevin Powell jumps on with Freddy and Dane to preview the da...
2024-12-3100 minDane NealSodexo & K-State team up for the takeover to ‘Break Out the Bandido’
Golden Cat, Jim Bob Morris in on the El Bandido Yankee tequila takeover at K-State – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio
Ben Mulberry, GM of Sodexo for K-State joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Ben shares the excitement around the recent “Tequila Takeover” at Bill Snyder family Stadium on the campus of Kansas State University. Chicago and K-State have two big things in common, with the one and only Jim Bob Morris and Chicago’s favorite tequila, El Bandido Yankee. Listen as Ben talks about the special GameDay activations, including El Bandido Yankee Blanco with branded Yeti shakers...
2024-11-2300 minDane NealChris Chelios in the booth to ‘Break Out the Bandido’ and help kick off the Blackhawks season on WGN Radio!
Cardboard cutout of Chris Chelios, co-owner of El Bandido Yankee Tequila (M. Wells/ WGN Radio)
NHL Hall of Famer, Blackhawks legend and El Bandido Yankee Tequila co-founder, Chris Chelios joins John Wiedeman in the broadcast booth for a recent game to start this Blackhawks season. Hear as Chris gets to “Break Out the Bandido” after a Blackhawks goal and celebrate with the listeners and fans. The WGN Radio and Blackhawks broadcast team gets to “Break Out the Bandido” after every goal this season and hopefully all the way to the playoffs!
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Steve and JohnnieSteve, Johnnie and WGN’s newest member
Steve King and Johnnie Putman introduce you to one WGN’s brand new broadcasters, Charlie Roumeliotis, the latest addition on the Blackhawks Live broadcast taking up the mantle from long-time host Joe Brand.
The next big star of the show is Jim Peterik, the main man of The Ides of March, to talk about his show at the Des Plaines Theatre on October 2 and his latest music with World Stage, Roots and Shoots Vol. 2, featuring some talented artists that are brand new and old school.
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2024-09-2900 minOn the MapOn the Map: Fr. Jack Clair previews Misericordia’s Family Fest on Sunday, September 8th, featuring WGN Radio’s Lou Manfredini
Fr. Jack Clair joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to discuss Misericordia’s Family Fest this Sunday! Misericordia offers a community of care that maximizes the potential for persons with mild to profound developmental disabilities, many of whom are also physically challenged.
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The Mincing RascalsJohn Williams, The Mincing Rascals Live at Winter’s Jazz Club
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Join John Williams and the cast of The Mincing Rascals at Winter’s Jazz Club (465 N. McClurg Ct.) on Wednesday, June 12 for a live taping of the podcast – plus Robert’s Pizza and jazz guitarist Andy Brown. Tickets are $42.75, inclusive of all fees.
Get tickets here.
Doors to Winter’s Jazz Club open at 5pm for happy hour in the lounge with 25% off all drinks. The podcast taping starts at 6pm. Around 7pm until 8pm, the audience will gather back in the lounge for a slice of Robert’s Pizza an...
2024-04-2600 minThe Business of Food with Steve AlexanderBig O turns 90!
Chicago’s and WGN’s very own Orion “Big O” Samuelson is marking a milestone birthday on March 31st. It was 90 years ago on that date that “Little O” bounced into the world. He chose a spring blizzard to make his entrance on his family’s dairy farm in southwestern Wisconsin. The doctor wasn’t able to get to the farm, so a great aunt guided Orion into the world. She did a good job because Orion grew up to become the premier farm broadcaster in America, spending more than 60 years on the air at WGN Radio and TV, advocating for t...
2024-03-2900 minBackstory with Larry PotashThe Chicago Movie Pioneer Who Revolutionized an Entire IndustryHollywood is the global capital of making movies, but it might not have been if it wasn’t for a man in Chicago. Larry Potash gives us the backstory on one William Selig, a visionary who took the concept of silent films to a new level, and revolutionized an entire industry. Backstory airs Sunday nights at 6:30 & 11 on WGN, or stream it anytime on the WGN+ app on your smart TV with Amazon Fire, Roku, and Apple TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts.See Pri...
2023-10-1609 minBackstory with Larry PotashTHE "SECRET SIX" WHO HELPED BRING DOWN CAPONE Elliott Ness and the Untouchables, along with Treasury agent Frank Wilson, were instrumental in taking down Al Capone.However, there was another force working behind the scenes, a group of Chicago businessmen, the so-called “Secret Six.”In this segment for Backstory, Larry Potash talked to a man who has a personal connection, as well as insights to the secrets. Backstory airs Sunday nights at 6:30 & 11 on WGN, or stream it anytime on the WGN+ app on your smart TV with Amazon Fire, Roku, and Apple TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Apple Po...
2023-10-0907 minBackstory with Larry PotashTHE PIONEERING CUBS OWNER WHO LOST IT ALLEight seasons, four pennants, two World Series titles. Not bad for a Cubs owner. Charlies Murphy has been called “the George Steinbrenner” of the early 20th century. In this piece for Backstory, Larry Potash digs into the innovations he pioneered, how he became the most hated man in baseball, and the scandal that brought him down. Backstory airs Sunday nights at 6:30 & 11 on WGN, or stream it anytime on the WGN+ app on your smart TV with Amazon Fire, Roku, and Apple TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your...
2023-10-0907 minBackstory with Larry PotashTHE MAN WHO TOOK ON LAKE MICHIGAN In 1961 Chicagoan Ted Erikson is a 33 year-old chemist who swims as a hobby. What possessed him to attempt to become one of the first to swim across Lake Michigan? Larry Potash digs into this little-known story through the eyes of Ted’s widow. Backstory airs Sunday nights at 6:30 & 11 on WGN, or stream it anytime on the WGN+ app on your smart TV with Amazon Fire, Roku, and Apple TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califo...
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on your radarHow Do We Build a Healthier Society?
In this episode, what a healthy society looks like. Tune in while the Rosecrance therapeutic recreation coordinator Abby Nelson and the Regional Director of Rosecrance in Chicagoland Matt Quinn join WGN’s John Williams to talk about Therapeutic recreation, how the challenges we’re facing today affect us, and how we foster change, how th power of one can become the power of many and how we and a whole can promote a healthier society.
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2023-05-2400 minon your radarHow to Build Resilience and Practice Emotional Mindfulness
In this episode, we discuss the process and outcome of successfully adapting to challenging life experiences, especially through mental, emotional, and behavioral flexibility and adjustment to external and internal demands. Tune in while the Supervisor of Outpatient Services for Rosecrance (McHenry County), Heather Fisher and Therapist at Rosecrance River North, Carly Novoselski join WGN’s John Williams to talk about resilience as a whole, what contributes to resilience and how we become more resilient.
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2023-05-0300 minBackstory with Larry PotashTHE BACKSTORY OF COMIC BOOKS & THEIR UNCERTAIN FUTUREFrom their humble beginnings as simple newspaper strips, to their heyday in mid-20th century America, to their current status as movie franchise generator, the history of comic books is long and fascinating. Larry Potash looks at their glorious past, as well as their uncertain future in this Backstory segment. Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts.
2023-04-2410 minBackstory with Larry PotashTHE SMALL TOWN PASTOR WHO HELPED SAVE THE WORLDHow would World War II have turned out if the Nazis had successfully developed Nuclear weapons? And what does a small town in downstate Illinois have to do with preventing that from happening? Larry Potash digs deep into the crucial role a pastor from a small town in Illinois, and others, played in a long-lost World War II operation. Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Apple Po...
2023-04-2408 minBackstory with Larry PotashTHE BREAKAWAY MORMON SECT LOST TO HISTORYThe Mormon religion was a movement that took its followers from east to west in the middle of the 19th century, including a strong presence in Illinois before ending up in the Utah territory. But a power vacuum caused a split, leaving two men leading two groups. One built his movement into a major force. The other has seemingly disappeared from history. Was its leader a holy man or a con artist? Larry Potash digs deep in this Backstory segment. Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app...
2023-04-1710 minBackstory with Larry PotashAN ODE TO WIFFLE BALLIn this piece from Backstory, Larry Potash gives us an ode to that sport of backyards and schoolyards, wiffle ball, seen through the eyes of a Chicago family that’s been playing each other for 30 years. Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcastsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priv...
2023-04-1706 minon your radarA Distinct Crisis: Mental Illness and Suicide Amongst Police, Military, and Veterans
In this episode, we’ll dive deeper into the mental health challenges that first responders are facing, including recent losses faced by our own Chicago Police Department. This conversation will include discussion about suicide, for anyone who is uncomfortable with or triggered by that topic. Tune in while the Director of Rosecrances’ Florian Program Dan DeGryse, Director of the Chicago Police Department Professional Counseling Division and Employee Assistance Program Dr. Robert Sobo and Officer with the Chicago Police Department Joseph Riley join WGN’s John Williams to talk about suicides reported within the CPD this year, whether or not first r...
2023-04-1200 minBackstory with Larry PotashRECORD-BREAKING: THE BACKSTORY OF VINYL’S COMEBACKWhen it comes to technology, usually people want the latest and greatest. So why are vinyl records making a comeback? For some people, it never went away. Larry Potash goes deep into the modern revivial of wax tracks in this piece for Backstory. Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts.See Privacy Policy at ht...
2023-04-1013 minBackstory with Larry PotashTHE HEALTH HUSTLER OF THE OZARKSPeople come from all over to the historic Crescent Hotel in Arkansas for its ghost tours, but the backstory of this national landmark is much scarier. Larry Potash traveled to the Ozarks to bring us a story of a macabre con man, and the legacy he left behind. Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts....
2023-04-1007 minon your radarBurnout: When it’s just too much
In this episode, we’ll talk about burnout – Why we’re feeling more tired and mentally exhausted, how this affects work and home life, and how to tell the difference between a few bad days and bigger issues. Tune in while Greg Tierney, Rosecrance Inc. Vice President of Clinical Operations and therapist at Rosecrance River North, Patirck Miranda join WGN’s John Williams to talk about burnout and how to identify it in yourself or in a co-worker.
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2023-03-2200 minon your radarTrauma Upon Trauma – Mental fatigue and emotional exhaustion
In this episode, we introduce some big-picture issues (COVID, political conflicts, climate change, global crises, mass shootings/violence, inflation, etc.) and how they affect us. Tune in while Dr. Adrienne Adams, the Medical Director of the Rosecrance Griffin Williamson Campus and therapist at Aspen Counseling, Amber Cotter join WGN’s John Williams to talk about stress and trauma and how they can compound, resulting in mental fatigue and emotional exhaustion.
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2023-03-0100 minon your radarMental Health: How do you help your kids? What works?
In this episode, we’ll talk about how to help kids who are struggling, what types of coping skills work, and why resiliency is possible – and important. Tune in while T.D. Hostikka, Director of Residential Services for Rosecrance Jackson Centers, and Teisha Hoppe, Therapist at Aspen Counseling, join WGN’s John Williams to discuss where can parents and families can start to help their kids, what strategies work, what coping skills are most successful and how one can help kids be more resilient.
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2023-02-1400 minon your radarHow mental illness overlaps with substance use and addiction
In this episode, we talk about how some kids, but not all, cope with mental illness by using drugs and alcohol, which worsens symptoms and can lead to longer-term substance use. Tune in while Joe Kreul, the Rosecrance Vice President of Child and Adolescent Services, and LaShonda Walker, Assistant Administrator of the Rosecrance Harrison Campus, join WGN’s John Williams to discuss what typically comes first for kids – the mental health issues or the substance use.
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2023-01-2500 minon your radarHow Do We Help Our Kids: What’s happening and what’s normal?
The past few years have been especially tough on kids: The COVID-19 pandemic caused isolation with closed in-person schooling and remote learning, actual missed milestones like in-person proms and graduations, lack of social connection, and increases in anxiety and depression. But was there already a youth mental health crisis brewing before COVID hit?
In this episode, we discuss how kids are doing this year. Tune in while Lisa Thompson, a Rosecrance community-based mental health clinician and Sheila Blanchfield, Counseling Department Chair at Loyola Academy join WGN’s John Williams to share real stories of what they’re seei...
2023-01-0400 minon your radarTrauma and crisis close to home
In this episode, we discuss how stress can become overwhelming when a crisis strikes close to home like it did with the Highland Park Shooting. Tune in while the Rosecrance Clinical Director of Crisis Services Jason Relle and a Mental Health Therapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Lilliana Klay join WGN’s John Williams to discuss the impact of trauma upon trauma with regard to the Highland Park Shooting.
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2022-12-1300 minon your radarUnderstanding the various societal issues and how they affect us
Episode three, series seven of on your radar: Mental Health is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this episode, we acknowledge all the various issues – COVID, mass shootings, global crises (like Ukraine/Russia), political strife (November election), Inflation – and how they can really affect people. Tune in while Rosecrance’s Director of Aspen Counseling and Consulting Leah Scanlan and Rosecrance’s Clinical Director in Chicagoland Elizabeth Ellison join WGN’s John Williams to discuss how all these societal and environment problems impact individuals, whether or not the challenges people have endured...
2022-11-1700 minon your radarHow the stigma has evolved surrounding mental health and mental illness
Episode two, series seven of on your radar: Mental Health is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series, we differentiate between mental health and mental illness. Tune in while Rosecrance’s Chief of Clinical Excellence and Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs Dr. Thomas Wright joins WGN’s John Williams to discuss how the stigma surrounding mental health and mental illness has changed over the years, how one can combat resistance when confronting both mental health and illness, the realities surrounding mental illness that are often most misunderstood and mo...
2022-11-0100 minBackstory with Larry PotashHow Coffee Became KingCaffeine is the most widely-used drug and for generations, people have consumed coffee to fuel creative ideas, and even revolutions. In this piece for Backstory, Larry Potash looks at how coffee starts, and how it’s evolved from muddy swill to gourmet beverage.Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19...
2022-10-3111 minBackstory with Larry PotashThe Most Controversial Finish in Sports HistoryBefore the 1972 Olympics, the U.S. Men’s basketball team was considered the favorite to win gold. Some say they did. Only thanks to one of the most controversial finishes in sports history, they came home without the gold. Larry Potash digs into “3 seconds in Munich” in this Backstory piece.Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts.Se...
2022-10-3108 minBackstory with Larry PotashWhen Grandma was a mobster; the inside story of 'The Black Widow'The history of the Chicago mob is largely dominated by men. Imagine growing up in Chicago and one day finding out your grandmother was a key player for The Outfit. In this segment for Backstory, Larry Potash meets the Nitto family, who’s ancestor, the late Annette Nitto, was a crucial figure in the Capone-era and beyond.Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Pla...
2022-10-2411 minBackstory with Larry PotashBringing the past alive, one photo at a timeResearching your family tree can help you understand where you’ve come from but it’s just a chart full of names. What about the faces that go along with those names? They can be hard to find. In this piece for Backstory, Larry Potash tells the story of one man’s mission to bring people closer to their ancestors.Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Apple P...
2022-10-2407 minon your radarThe difference between mental health and mental illness
Episode one, series seven of on your radar: Mental Health is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we differentiate the difference between mental health and mental illness. Tune in while Rosecrance’s CEO and President, Dave Gomel, join WGN’s John Williams to discuss mental health and misconceptions surrounding a person who is affected by a lack of mental health and living with mental illness.
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2022-10-1800 minBackstory with Larry PotashThe Tulsa Massacre: One Century LaterIn 1921 the Greenwood district of Tulsa, Oklahoma was the site of a nothing less than a race massacre. African-Americans were murdered, their homes and business burned down. Why was this tale largely lost to history for both Blacks and whites? Larry Potash traveled to Oklahoma to meet a small group of people searching for justice, a century later. Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Appl...
2022-10-1713 minBackstory with Larry PotashMurder of the OsageFor years, a reign of terror rips through a community of the Osage tribe, 50 miles north of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Native Americans died under suspicious circumstances. Larry Potash traveled to Oklahoma and uncovers the backstory of this tale of murder, greed, and oil Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy an...
2022-10-1010 minBackstory with Larry PotashFBI Files of the FamousThroughout the 20th century the FBI amassed a large trove of surveillance on Americans famous, forgotten, and everyone in between, resulting in numerous Americans having an “FBI file.” In this segment for Backstory, Larry Potash takes a peek at what’s in some famous Chicagoans FBI files, and the scrutiny the agency is facing regarding past intelligence collection efforts. Backstory airs Saturday nights at 7 and Sunday nights at 11 on WGN-TV and on the WGN+ app, available on Amazon, Roku, Apple TV, and any smart TV. Check out the Backstory podcast at WGNtv.com/Backstory via Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or...
2022-10-1006 minon your radarLiving in recovery as the family
Episode four, series six of on your radar: Living in Recovery is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore what life is life during recovery and how to stay on the straight and narrow. Tune in while Rosecrance’s Clinical Outreach Coordinator Maria Campobasso and Mark Frankel who is an recovery advocate and parent of someone in recovery join WGN’s John Williams to discuss how to find support in others and how to support your loved ones going through recovery.
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2022-05-2500 minon your radarBuilding a better life in recovery
Episode three, series six of on your radar: Living in Recovery is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore what life is life during recovery and how to stay on the straight and narrow. Tune in while Rosecrance’s Community Relations Coordinator Tom Farley joins WGN’s John Williams to share his living in recovery success story and to share the tribulations his brother, Chris Farley, went through with his opioid addiction. Listen in while Tom and John also discuss the difference between long-term recovery and early...
2022-05-1100 minon your radarBreaking the misconceptions of sobriety
Episode two, series six of on your radar: Living in Recovery is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series, we explore what life is life during recovery and how to stay on the straight and narrow. Tune in while Rosecrance’s Director of Alumni Relations Colleen Fry and Paul Gilmet who is the Director of Access at Rosecrance’s Lakeview Campus join WGN’s John Williams to discuss the “shame” and stigma associated with living a life in recovery.
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2022-04-2700 minon your radarYou’ve got help…Now what?
Episode one, series six of on your radar: Living in Recovery is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore what life is life during recovery and how to stay on the straight and narrow. Tune in while Rosecrance’s Unit Coordinator for Residential Services John Tumino and Founding Director of Connections Counseling Shelly Dutch join WGN’s John Williams to discuss how twenty-million people are in recovery and how each one of them have a unique story. They also dive into the stages of recovery, what the pat...
2022-04-1300 minon your radarIt’s OK to Not Be OK: Anxiety and apprehension around managing change and uncertainty
Episode four, series five of on your radar: The New Normal is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore the impact for both the past and present that the pandemic has had on adults and their everyday lives. How have things changed, and how are some of the changes affecting adults as we look to settle back into our everyday lives and this new normal that we are looking to find. Tune in while the Medical Director of Rosecrance’s Harrison Campus, Dr. Ray Garcia join WGN’...
2022-03-1600 minon your radarOlder Adults: Coping with loss and loneliness from the pandemic
Episode three, series five of on your radar: The New Normal is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore the impact for both the past and present that the pandemic has had on adults and their everyday lives. How have things changed, and how are some of the changes affecting adults as we look to settle back into our everyday lives and this new normal that we are looking to find. Tune in while Rosecrance’s Regional Vice President of Operations, Craig Stallings and the Vice Pres...
2022-03-0200 minon your radarGoing back to the workplace
Episode two, series five of on your radar: The New Normal is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore the impact for both the past and present that the pandemic has had on adults and their everyday lives. How have things changed, and how are some of the changes affecting adults as we look to settle back into our everyday lives and this new normal that we are looking to find. Tune in while the Rosecrance Regional President Carlene Cardosi, LCSW, CADC and Rosecrance’s Vice Pres...
2022-02-1600 minon your radarYoung Adults: Finding footing after loss of structure
Episode one, series five of on your radar: The New Normal is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore the impact for both the past and present that the pandemic has had on adults and their everyday lives. How have things changed, and how are some of the changes affecting adults as we look to settle back into our everyday lives and this new normal that we are looking to find. Tune in while Rosecrance Chief Medical Officer Dr. Thomas Wright and Dr. Adrienne Adams, Psychiatrist, Medi...
2022-02-0200 minon your radarSchool faculty and staff: Anxiety and coping with stressors
Episode three, series four of on your radar: Frontline Workers and the Impact of COVID-19 is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore how frontline workers have been affected by COVID-19, and the impact it’s had on their behavioral health as many went to work each day despite the pandemic. Tune in while Rosecrance’s Director of Chicagoland Services Matt Quinn and the Assistant Director of Special Education at New Lenox School District Marie Goulet join WGN’s John Williams to talk about the stress from mov...
2021-12-2900 minon your radarPolice and First Responders: Working under extreme stresses during the pandemic and societal unrest
Episode Two, series four of on your radar: Frontline Workers and the Impact of COVID-19 is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore how frontline workers have been affected by COVID-19, and the impact it’s had on their behavioral health as many went to work each day despite the pandemic. Tune in while the Medical Director of Rosecrance’s Harrison Campus, Dr. Ray Garcia and the Director of Rosecrances’ Florian Program Dan DeGryse join WGN’s John Williams to share some perspective on how police and first...
2021-12-1500 minon your radarHealthcare staff: Confronting trauma and coping mechanisms during the pandemic
Episode one, series four of on your radar: Frontline Workers and the Impact of COVID-19 is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore how frontline workers have been affected by COVID-19, and the impact it’s had on their behavioral health as many went to work each day despite the pandemic. Tune in while the Medical Director of Rosecrance’s Harrison Campus, Dr. Ray Garcia and Rosecrance’s Director of Nursing Amy Young join WGN’s John Williams to talk about the emotional stresses of working in healthc...
2021-12-0100 minon your radarThe challenge and stigma of women getting help
Episode two, series three of on your radar: Women and the Impact of COVID-19 is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on thousands of women whose lives were dramatically altered as they may have had to leave their jobs to care for children or their distanced learning. Tune in while the Rosecrance Regional President Carlene Cardosi, LCSW, CADC and Rosecrance Jackson Centers Vice President of Clinical Services’ Brenda Iliff join WGN’s John Williams to talk about how women are often...
2021-11-1700 minon your radarThe Impact of the Pandemic and Women
Episode one, series three of on your radar: Women and the Impact of COVID-19 is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on thousands of women whose lives were dramatically altered as they may have had to leave their jobs to care for children or their distanced learning. Tune in while a division of Rosecrance Co-Director of Connections Counseling Krystle Haviland and the Rosecrance Regional President Carlene Cardosi, LCSW, CADC a join WGN’s John Williams to talk about how statistically spe...
2021-11-0500 minon your radarHow to set boundaries and promote resiliency for a teenager refusing to engage
Episode three, series two of on your radar: Back to School in the New Normal is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore fear, anxieties, and concerns for educators, students, and parents alike as the school year begins following a year of hybrid schedules and distanced learning. Tune in while the Rosecrance Clinical Director of Adolescent Services Jason Relle, LCPC and the Rosecrance’s Unit Coordinator for Residential Services John Tumino join WGN’s John Williams to talk social emotional learning, what it is and how it can...
2021-10-1300 minon your radarNormal adolescent behavior vs. problematic behavior
Episode two, series two of on your radar: Back to School in the New Normal is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore fear, anxieties, and concerns for educators, students, and parents alike as the school year begins following a year of hybrid schedules and distanced learning. Tune in while the Rosecrance Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tom Wright and the Medical Director of Rosecrance Griffin Williamson Campus Dr. Adrienne Adams join WGN’s John Williams to talk about the educational and behavioral challenges teens face as they...
2021-09-2900 minon your radarBack in Class: Challenges for kids back in the school system
Episode one, series two of on your radar: Back to School in the New Normal is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we explore fear, anxieties, and concerns for educators, students, and parents alike as the school year begins following a year of hybrid schedules and distanced learning. Tune in while the Rosecrance Clinical Director of Adolescent Services Jason Relle, LCPC and the Rosecrance’s Unit Coordinator for Residential Services John Tumino join WGN’s John Williams to talk about kids returning back to school in general, the be...
2021-09-1500 minon your radarHealthy family systems for the whole family
This final episode of on your radar: Teens in Crisis is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we focus on youth and their pandemic related recovery. Tune in while the Rosecrance Clinical Director of Adolescent Services Jason Relle, LCPC and the Rosecrance Outreach Counselor, Sandra Reily join WGN’s John Williams to talk about the idea of parental recovery, and how they support parents whose teen is struggling with mental health or substance use disorders.
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2021-07-2100 minon your radarGetting past “No”
Episode five of on your radar: Teens in Crisis is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we focus on youth and their pandemic related recovery. Tune in while the Rosecrance Director of Outreach Mary Egan, CADC and Certified Intervention Professional Sandi Lybert join WGN’s John Williams to talk about “parental permissiveness”, what it means, why it’s a problem and more.
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2021-06-3000 minon your radarCurrent clinical intervention methods
Episode four of on your radar: Teens in Crisis is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we focus on youth and their pandemic related recovery. Tune in while a division of Rosecrance Co-Director of Connections Counseling Krystle Haviland and the Rosecrance Clinical Coordinator Neeva Sandhu, LCPC, CRADC join WGN’s John Williams to talk about how Rosecrance never closed during the pandemic, how telehealth is being utilized, what advice they have for counselors, teachers and other professionals who might be listening, and more.
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2021-06-0900 minon your radarLong term behavioral health implications – Teen depression and anxiety
Episode three of on your radar: Teens in Crisis is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we focus on youth and their pandemic related recovery. Tune in while the Rosecrance Regional President Carlene Cardosi, LCSW, CADC and the Rosecrance Unit Coordinator Sanda Knezevic, CADC join WGN’s John Williams to talk about the correlation between mental health and substance abuse among teens and young adults and how Rosecrance can help.
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2021-05-1900 minon your radarCoping with the return to school/normalcy
Episode two of on your radar: Teens in Crisis is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we focus on youth and their pandemic related recovery. Tune in while the Rosecrance Director of Outreach Mary Egan, CADC and the Substance Abuse Professional Counselor at Sandburg and Stagg High Schools Jessica Kaffel join WGN’s John Williams to talk about the unique challenges teens and their behavioral health have faced during the pandemic, what emotions kids are experiencing returning back to school and normalcy, indications that substance use has eith...
2021-04-2800 minon your radarThe Epidemic within the Pandemic: What teens are going through
Episode one of on your radar: Teens in Crisis is brought to you by WGN Radio and the doctors and clinical staff over at Rosecrance. In this series we focus on youth and their pandemic related recovery. Tune in while the Rosecrance Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tom Wright and the Rosecrance Clinical Director of Adolescent Services Jason Relle, LCPC join WGN’s John Williams to talk about the unique challenges teens and their behavioral health have faced during the pandemic, how teens are coping (both positively and negatively), long term implications and more.
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2021-04-1400 min
PurecastPURE 104 Teaser-Mennonite Consultant Laura Kohoot on the PurecastLaura Kohoot was born into a Mennonite family, traveled the world, and found herself on the set of the Mennonite crime drama TV series PURE. Was it Devine intervention? Catch her amazing story here with a sneak peek at her exclusive interview on the Purecast. Go behind the scenes of the show and the Mennonite culture before watching PURE 104 on WGN America. It's all on this episode of the Purecast, the official podcast of PURE on WGN America.
2019-02-1005 minPurecastPURE 101 Teaser. Official podcast of PURE from WGN AmericaGet a sneak peak inside the new addicting original series, PURE before it premieres on WGN America. Based on the true events of the Mennonite Mob. All new episodes of this official podcast drop every Sunday and Wednesday.
2018-12-2105 min
Lancashire Characters and Places by NEWBIGGING, ThMike and Paul Take Over The WGN Radio Airwaves! [Comedian Marty DeRosa, Double Door Reopens, Listener Calls, Celeb En...Tonight the WGN Radio Nightside is shaken up when WGN Radio host, Michael Heidemann and Comedian Paul Farahvar take over the airwaves! Along with the Nightside crew and comedian Marty DeRosa – They take on everything from cherished memories of Chicago’s Double Door Theater to opening the phone and text lines for best celebrity encounters! They also have listeners strap in for a brand new game “Point/Counter-Point” where two panelists go head to head over the most important topics of […]
2018-12-081h 17
uh-PARENT-lyuh-PARENT-ly Ep. 1 | Ghosts in the Nursery, Shanna Donhauser, advice from Steve Cochran and much more!Have you ever heard of “ghosts in the nursery?” Apparently, the parenting styles of our moms and dads haunt us as we raise our kids. And sometimes we introduce our own ghosts to our unsuspecting children.
Shanna Donhauser is a clinically trained social worker and psychotherapist who founded Happy Nest Therapy in Seattle.
She joins Tracy Heuvelman Weiner and Anne Johnsos, two old-school WGN producers, as they tackle the topics of life’s most difficult and rewarding job: parenting.
P.S. You’ll get a special slice of advice from WGN’s morning-drive host, Stev...
2018-05-2100 min