Steve Dale's Other World https://wgnradio.com en-US WGN Plus, All Rights Reserved Steve Dale knows more than just pets. Find out on Steve Dale's Other World on WGN Plus from WGN Radio in Chicago. Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:38:04 +0000 hourly 1 WGN Plus no Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Steve Dale knows more than just pets. Find out on Steve Dale's Other World on WGN Plus from WGN Radio in Chicago. Steve Dale knows more than just pets. Find out on Steve Dale's Other World on WGN Plus from WGN Radio in Chicago. dmarzullo@wgnradio.comWGN Plus Dr. Willie Wilson reveals his candidacy for Chicago Mayor on WGN Radio with Steve Dale Dr. Willie Wilson reveals his candidacy for Chicago Mayor on WGN Radio with Steve Dale Chicago businessman Dr. Willie Wilson reveals to Steve Dale on-air that he will be having a press-conference on August 10th to officially announce his 4th running for Chicago Mayor. Steve has a thoughtful conversation with Dr. Wilson regarding plans to lower taxes, changes needed in parking infrastructure, and his latest gas and groceries outreach, set to occur on August 22nd.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3121285 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 22:45:29 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Chicago businessman Dr. Willie Wilson reveals to Steve Dale on-air that he will be having a press-conference on August 10th to officially announce his 4th running for Chicago Mayor. Steve has a thoughtful conversation with Dr. Wilson regarding plans to lower taxes, changes needed in parking infrastructure, and his latest gas and groceries outreach, set […]WGN PlusChicago businessman Dr. Willie Wilson reveals to Steve Dale on-air that he will be having a press-conference on August 10th to officially announce his 4th running for Chicago Mayor. Steve has a thoughtful conversation with Dr. Wilson regarding plans to lower taxes, changes needed in parking infrastructure, and his latest gas and groceries outreach, set […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Monroe Jones: A brief history of producing music history’s greatest legends Monroe Jones: A brief history of producing music history’s greatest legends Have you heard of Led Zeppelin or Stevie Nicks… perhaps, U2? Monroe Jones has produced all of them and so many more. Monroe talks with Steve Dale about the behind the scenes stories of legendary tracks and how they came to be.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3121259 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:58:31 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Have you heard of Led Zeppelin or Stevie Nicks… perhaps, U2? Monroe Jones has produced all of them and so many more. Monroe talks with Steve Dale about the behind the scenes stories of legendary tracks and how they came to be.WGN PlusHave you heard of Led Zeppelin or Stevie Nicks… perhaps, U2? Monroe Jones has produced all of them and so many more. Monroe talks with Steve Dale about the behind the scenes stories of legendary tracks and how they came to be.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the original Rainbow Cone Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the original Rainbow Cone Lynn Sapp, the granddaughter of the inventor of the original Rainbow Cone, talks about the 100th anniversary of Chicago’s beloved Rainbow Cone and the unique flavor combinations involved, in addition to the engineering involved with the stacking of scoop slices and it’s historic Chicago origins.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3121235 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:30:39 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Lynn Sapp, the granddaughter of the inventor of the original Rainbow Cone, talks about the 100th anniversary of Chicago’s beloved Rainbow Cone and the unique flavor combinations involved, in addition to the engineering involved with the stacking of scoop slices and it’s historic Chicago origins.WGN PlusLynn Sapp, the granddaughter of the inventor of the original Rainbow Cone, talks about the 100th anniversary of Chicago’s beloved Rainbow Cone and the unique flavor combinations involved, in addition to the engineering involved with the stacking of scoop slices and it’s historic Chicago origins.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Legendary anthem singer Wayne Messmer’s new book, legendary career, and a shocking tale of survival Legendary anthem singer Wayne Messmer’s new book, legendary career, and a shocking tale of survival The iconic Wayne Messmer joins Steve Dale in the WGN Skyline Studios to regale our audience with an amazing rendition of The Star Spangled Banner and reveal some of the stories profiled in his newly-released book, The Voice of Victory, including how his career got started, current ambitions, and a harrowing must-listen story of survival after suffering a gunshot wound during a car-jacking.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3115146 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 23:16:04 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)The iconic Wayne Messmer joins Steve Dale in the WGN Skyline Studios to regale our audience with an amazing rendition of The Star Spangled Banner and reveal some of the stories profiled in his newly-released book, The Voice of Victory, including how his career got started, current ambitions, and a harrowing must-listen story of survival […]WGN PlusThe iconic Wayne Messmer joins Steve Dale in the WGN Skyline Studios to regale our audience with an amazing rendition of The Star Spangled Banner and reveal some of the stories profiled in his newly-released book, The Voice of Victory, including how his career got started, current ambitions, and a harrowing must-listen story of survival […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Chicago mayoral candidate Mike Quigley speaks on citizens public safety, affordable housing, parking, and more Chicago mayoral candidate Mike Quigley speaks on citizens public safety, affordable housing, parking, and more U.S. Representative Mike Quigley calls in to explain why he wants to take up the job as the Mayor of the city of Chicago. He talks to Steve Dale about the current parking meter agreement plaguing the city and perhaps the biggest question, public safety. He has also talked about getting the city’s budget into shape previously, but can that be done without raising taxes?

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3115131 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 22:54:42 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)U.S. Representative Mike Quigley calls in to explain why he wants to take up the job as the Mayor of the city of Chicago. He talks to Steve Dale about the current parking meter agreement plaguing the city and perhaps the biggest question, public safety. He has also talked about getting the city’s budget into […]WGN PlusU.S. Representative Mike Quigley calls in to explain why he wants to take up the job as the Mayor of the city of Chicago. He talks to Steve Dale about the current parking meter agreement plaguing the city and perhaps the biggest question, public safety. He has also talked about getting the city’s budget into […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The Whisper Restaurant Group and their unique dining options should not be a secret The Whisper Restaurant Group and their unique dining options should not be a secret Marlusz Rozwadowski, assistant general manager of The Whisper Restaurant Group, arrives in the WGN Skyline Studio to talk about the various restaurant options in park settings you might not expect to find. Ranging from locations on State Street to 200 Lakefront Trail and Oak Street Beach, also, how you can make reservations for seeing the Air and Water Show.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3115086 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 22:32:54 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Marlusz Rozwadowski, assistant general manager of The Whisper Restaurant Group, arrives in the WGN Skyline Studio to talk about the various restaurant options in park settings you might not expect to find. Ranging from locations on State Street to 200 Lakefront Trail and Oak Street Beach, also, how you can make reservations for seeing the […]WGN PlusMarlusz Rozwadowski, assistant general manager of The Whisper Restaurant Group, arrives in the WGN Skyline Studio to talk about the various restaurant options in park settings you might not expect to find. Ranging from locations on State Street to 200 Lakefront Trail and Oak Street Beach, also, how you can make reservations for seeing the […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The Notebook continues to make an impression on fans of live performances The Notebook continues to make an impression on fans of live performances Get your tissues ready. One of the stars of The Notebook cast, Chloe Cheers, talks about the stage play and the challenges performers face while training and schooling. Additionally, they do sell The Notebook-branded tissue in the lobby, which we’re told can be used for crying and laughing. The Notebook runs through August 16 at the James Neederlander Theatre.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3115059 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 22:00:23 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Get your tissues ready. One of the stars of The Notebook cast, Chloe Cheers, talks about the stage play and the challenges performers face while training and schooling. Additionally, they do sell The Notebook-branded tissue in the lobby, which we’re told can be used for crying and laughing. The Notebook runs through August 16 at the James Neederlander […]WGN PlusGet your tissues ready. One of the stars of The Notebook cast, Chloe Cheers, talks about the stage play and the challenges performers face while training and schooling. Additionally, they do sell The Notebook-branded tissue in the lobby, which we’re told can be used for crying and laughing. The Notebook runs through August 16 at the James Neederlander […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Advocating for Chicago’s historic architecture and preserving history Advocating for Chicago’s historic architecture and preserving history Ward Miller is the Executive Director of Preservation Chicago and Warren Strovel is the Executive Vice President of Operations at Friedman Properties. Together, in the Skyline Studio, they share fascinating stories about preserving the city’s past with Steve Dale.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3094714 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 23:18:08 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Ward Miller is the Executive Director of Preservation Chicago and Warren Strovel is the Executive Vice President of Operations at Friedman Properties. Together, in the Skyline Studio, they share fascinating stories about preserving the city’s past with Steve Dale.WGN PlusWard Miller is the Executive Director of Preservation Chicago and Warren Strovel is the Executive Vice President of Operations at Friedman Properties. Together, in the Skyline Studio, they share fascinating stories about preserving the city’s past with Steve Dale.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Steve Dale: 300 trivia questions for the ultimate Cubs fan Steve Dale: 300 trivia questions for the ultimate Cubs fan ‘Bleed Cubby Blue’ author Al Yellon joins Steve Dale to discuss his new book, ‘The Incredible Chicago Cubs Trivia Book: 300 Questions for the Super-Fan.’ Steve will ask Al about the best and worst Cubs trades of all time, the most over-rated and under-rated Cubs, and much more.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3094678 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:47:40 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)‘Bleed Cubby Blue’ author Al Yellon joins Steve Dale to discuss his new book, ‘The Incredible Chicago Cubs Trivia Book: 300 Questions for the Super-Fan.’ Steve will ask Al about the best and worst Cubs trades of all time, the most over-rated and under-rated Cubs, and much more.WGN Plus‘Bleed Cubby Blue’ author Al Yellon joins Steve Dale to discuss his new book, ‘The Incredible Chicago Cubs Trivia Book: 300 Questions for the Super-Fan.’ Steve will ask Al about the best and worst Cubs trades of all time, the most over-rated and under-rated Cubs, and much more.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Alexandra Silber and ‘A Little Night Music’ in Lincolnshire Alexandra Silber and ‘A Little Night Music’ in Lincolnshire From Fiddler on the Roof to A Little Night Music at The Marriott Lincolnshire and the journey from the West End to Broadway to Lincolnshire. Alexandra Silber talks to Steve Dale about Stephen Sondheim, her current production, and performing for Chicagoans.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3094627 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:18:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)From Fiddler on the Roof to A Little Night Music at The Marriott Lincolnshire and the journey from the West End to Broadway to Lincolnshire. Alexandra Silber talks to Steve Dale about Stephen Sondheim, her current production, and performing for Chicagoans.WGN PlusFrom Fiddler on the Roof to A Little Night Music at The Marriott Lincolnshire and the journey from the West End to Broadway to Lincolnshire. Alexandra Silber talks to Steve Dale about Stephen Sondheim, her current production, and performing for Chicagoans.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Frank Ferrante and return of ‘An Evening with Groucho’ Frank Ferrante and return of ‘An Evening with Groucho’ Frank Ferrante announces his return in ‘An Evening with Groucho’ in the intimate Club Arcade Speakeasy and Restaurant, 105 E. Main St., St. Charles, August 19 through 22.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3084543 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:33:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Frank Ferrante announces his return in ‘An Evening with Groucho’ in the intimate Club Arcade Speakeasy and Restaurant, 105 E. Main St., St. Charles, August 19 through 22.WGN PlusFrank Ferrante announces his return in ‘An Evening with Groucho’ in the intimate Club Arcade Speakeasy and Restaurant, 105 E. Main St., St. Charles, August 19 through 22.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Amy Morton talks about new speakeasy ‘1898’ to open in Highland Park Amy Morton talks about new speakeasy ‘1898’ to open in Highland Park Amy Morton stops by the Skyline Studio to join Steve Dale to talk about growing up the daughter of Arnie Morton, one of the world’s best-known restaurateurs, and to announce the opening of 1898, a speakeasy in Highland Park.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3084452 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:09:46 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Amy Morton stops by the Skyline Studio to join Steve Dale to talk about growing up the daughter of Arnie Morton, one of the world’s best-known restaurateurs, and to announce the opening of 1898, a speakeasy in Highland Park.WGN PlusAmy Morton stops by the Skyline Studio to join Steve Dale to talk about growing up the daughter of Arnie Morton, one of the world’s best-known restaurateurs, and to announce the opening of 1898, a speakeasy in Highland Park.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Choose Chicago CEO and President on summer activities in Chicago Choose Chicago CEO and President on summer activities in Chicago Kristen Reynolds, Choose Chicago CEO and President, pops by the studio to talk about summer in Chicago, including Taste of Chicago, 4th of July weekend, the James Beard Awards, and the Obama Presidential Center.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3084408 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:38:14 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Kristen Reynolds, Choose Chicago CEO and President, pops by the studio to talk about summer in Chicago, including Taste of Chicago, 4th of July weekend, the James Beard Awards, and the Obama Presidential Center.WGN PlusKristen Reynolds, Choose Chicago CEO and President, pops by the studio to talk about summer in Chicago, including Taste of Chicago, 4th of July weekend, the James Beard Awards, and the Obama Presidential Center.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Marya Grandy from Tony Award-winning ‘Suffs’ at the CIBC Theatre Marya Grandy from Tony Award-winning ‘Suffs’ at the CIBC Theatre Marya Grandy, who plays Carrie Chapman Catt in Suffs at the CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.), talks with Steve. Suffs is the Tony Award-winning musical which celebrates the American women’s suffrage movement.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3084385 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:17:56 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Marya Grandy, who plays Carrie Chapman Catt in Suffs at the CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.), talks with Steve. Suffs is the Tony Award-winning musical which celebrates the American women’s suffrage movement.WGN PlusMarya Grandy, who plays Carrie Chapman Catt in Suffs at the CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.), talks with Steve. Suffs is the Tony Award-winning musical which celebrates the American women’s suffrage movement.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Mike Quigley announces Chicago Mayoral candidacy Mike Quigley announces Chicago Mayoral candidacy U.S. Congressman Mike Quigley (Illinois’ 5th District) talks with Steve before he formally launched his Chicago mayoral campaign in the upcoming 2027 election at the historic Uptown Theatre on Saturday, June 27.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3084290 Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:09:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)U.S. Congressman Mike Quigley (Illinois’ 5th District) talks with Steve before he formally launched his Chicago mayoral campaign in the upcoming 2027 election at the historic Uptown Theatre on Saturday, June 27.WGN PlusU.S. Congressman Mike Quigley (Illinois’ 5th District) talks with Steve before he formally launched his Chicago mayoral campaign in the upcoming 2027 election at the historic Uptown Theatre on Saturday, June 27.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Chicago Jazz and Cabaret Performers Mark and Anne Burnell’s ‘His Day’ debuts on Father’s Day Chicago Jazz and Cabaret Performers Mark and Anne Burnell’s ‘His Day’ debuts on Father’s Day Longtime celebrated Chicago jazz and cabaret performers Mark and Anne Burnell pop into The Skyline Studio to talk about their latest song His Day, which celebrates Anne’s father and will premiere on WGN Radio, Steve Dale’s Other World. We will celebrate all dads.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3076458 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:40:10 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Longtime celebrated Chicago jazz and cabaret performers Mark and Anne Burnell pop into The Skyline Studio to talk about their latest song His Day, which celebrates Anne’s father and will premiere on WGN Radio, Steve Dale’s Other World. We will celebrate all dads.WGN PlusLongtime celebrated Chicago jazz and cabaret performers Mark and Anne Burnell pop into The Skyline Studio to talk about their latest song His Day, which celebrates Anne’s father and will premiere on WGN Radio, Steve Dale’s Other World. We will celebrate all dads.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Author Karen Scholl details ‘Surviving Soccer’ Author Karen Scholl details ‘Surviving Soccer’ Soccer stars begin playing in middle school and just as there are baseball, hockey, and football Mom’s… there are also soccer moms. That’s what Karen Scholl’s book, Surviving Soccer ,is all about and she sits down with Steve Dale to discuss the phenomena.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3076442 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:19:05 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Soccer stars begin playing in middle school and just as there are baseball, hockey, and football Mom’s… there are also soccer moms. That’s what Karen Scholl’s book, Surviving Soccer ,is all about and she sits down with Steve Dale to discuss the phenomena.WGN PlusSoccer stars begin playing in middle school and just as there are baseball, hockey, and football Mom’s… there are also soccer moms. That’s what Karen Scholl’s book, Surviving Soccer ,is all about and she sits down with Steve Dale to discuss the phenomena.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Joey Fatone brings ‘& Juliet’ to Chicago Joey Fatone brings ‘& Juliet’ to Chicago He can’t escape it – still known as the N’Sync star Joey Fatone appearing in & Juliet at The Auditorium Theatre (50 E Ida B. Wells Drive), July 22 thru August 2.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3076428 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:54:42 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)He can’t escape it – still known as the N’Sync star Joey Fatone appearing in & Juliet at The Auditorium Theatre (50 E Ida B. Wells Drive), July 22 thru August 2.WGN PlusHe can’t escape it – still known as the N’Sync star Joey Fatone appearing in & Juliet at The Auditorium Theatre (50 E Ida B. Wells Drive), July 22 thru August 2.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago ‘Nunsense’ afoot at the Drury Lane Theatre ‘Nunsense’ afoot at the Drury Lane Theatre E Faye Butler, the legendary award-winning Chicago performer/director, joins Steve to discuss  ‘Nunsense‘ at the Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook (100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace).

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3076410 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:31:19 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)E Faye Butler, the legendary award-winning Chicago performer/director, joins Steve to discuss  ‘Nunsense‘ at the Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook (100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace).WGN PlusE Faye Butler, the legendary award-winning Chicago performer/director, joins Steve to discuss  ‘Nunsense‘ at the Drury Lane Theatre Oakbrook (100 Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace).Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Connie Esparza: The Red Cross and the importance of giving blood Connie Esparza: The Red Cross and the importance of giving blood Connie Esparza, Regional Communications Director of the Red Cross, joins Steve Dale to talk about the needs and benefits of giving blood and all of what the Red Cross does that you might not even know about. To learn more about how you can donate your time, money, and resources and give blood, visit https://www.redcross.org/

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3070594 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:08:33 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Connie Esparza, Regional Communications Director of the Red Cross, joins Steve Dale to talk about the needs and benefits of giving blood and all of what the Red Cross does that you might not even know about. To learn more about how you can donate your time, money, and resources and give blood, visit https://www.redcross.org/WGN PlusConnie Esparza, Regional Communications Director of the Red Cross, joins Steve Dale to talk about the needs and benefits of giving blood and all of what the Red Cross does that you might not even know about. To learn more about how you can donate your time, money, and resources and give blood, visit https://www.redcross.org/Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Brokeback Mountain at Chicago Shakespeare Theater Brokeback Mountain at Chicago Shakespeare Theater Actors James Cameron Kay and Harrison Ball join Steve Dale to talk about their performance in Brokeback Mountain now playing at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater through June 28. Chicago Shakes is celebrating its 40th anniversary bringing top-notch theater to Chicago’s theater-loving community. For tickets and more information visit https://www.chicagoshakes.com

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3070583 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:57:41 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Actors James Cameron Kay and Harrison Ball join Steve Dale to talk about their performance in Brokeback Mountain now playing at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater through June 28. Chicago Shakes is celebrating its 40th anniversary bringing top-notch theater to Chicago’s theater-loving community. For tickets and more information visit https://www.chicagoshakes.comWGN PlusActors James Cameron Kay and Harrison Ball join Steve Dale to talk about their performance in Brokeback Mountain now playing at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater through June 28. Chicago Shakes is celebrating its 40th anniversary bringing top-notch theater to Chicago’s theater-loving community. For tickets and more information visit https://www.chicagoshakes.comSteve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Black Ensemble Theatre: Chicago icon Jackie Taylor celebrates 50 years Black Ensemble Theatre: Chicago icon Jackie Taylor celebrates 50 years Chicago icon Jackie Taylor, founder of the Black Ensemble Theatre, joins Steve Dale to talk about their landmark 50th anniversary and highlights their next show, Men of Soul, written and directed by Daryl D. Brooks. For tickets and more go to https://www.blackensembletheater.org/

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3070576 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:45:46 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Chicago icon Jackie Taylor, founder of the Black Ensemble Theatre, joins Steve Dale to talk about their landmark 50th anniversary and highlights their next show, Men of Soul, written and directed by Daryl D. Brooks. For tickets and more go to https://www.blackensembletheater.org/WGN PlusChicago icon Jackie Taylor, founder of the Black Ensemble Theatre, joins Steve Dale to talk about their landmark 50th anniversary and highlights their next show, Men of Soul, written and directed by Daryl D. Brooks. For tickets and more go to https://www.blackensembletheater.org/Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Get the scoop on the Get the Scoop on Cat Health Ice Cream Social! Get the scoop on the Get the Scoop on Cat Health Ice Cream Social! John Manchester of Windy City Sweets and Virginia Rud of EveryCat Health Foundation join Steve Dale to talk about the Get the Scoop on Cat Health Ice Cream Social on June 16 at Windy City Sweets located at 3308 N Broadway in Chicago. For information on how to get involved or attend go to https://windycitysweets.com/

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3070564 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:37:45 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)John Manchester of Windy City Sweets and Virginia Rud of EveryCat Health Foundation join Steve Dale to talk about the Get the Scoop on Cat Health Ice Cream Social on June 16 at Windy City Sweets located at 3308 N Broadway in Chicago. For information on how to get involved or attend go to https://windycitysweets.com/WGN PlusJohn Manchester of Windy City Sweets and Virginia Rud of EveryCat Health Foundation join Steve Dale to talk about the Get the Scoop on Cat Health Ice Cream Social on June 16 at Windy City Sweets located at 3308 N Broadway in Chicago. For information on how to get involved or attend go to https://windycitysweets.com/Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Celebrating 10 years of Navy Pier’s iconic Ferris wheel Celebrating 10 years of Navy Pier’s iconic Ferris wheel Dylan Hankey, Senior Director of Programming and Production for Navy Pier, joins Steve Dale to talk about celebrating 10 years of the iconic Ferris wheel at Navy Pier and the upcoming Fourth of July celebration that should not be missed. For more information, go to https://navypier.org

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3070557 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:30:54 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Dylan Hankey, Senior Director of Programming and Production for Navy Pier, joins Steve Dale to talk about celebrating 10 years of the iconic Ferris wheel at Navy Pier and the upcoming Fourth of July celebration that should not be missed. For more information, go to https://navypier.orgWGN PlusDylan Hankey, Senior Director of Programming and Production for Navy Pier, joins Steve Dale to talk about celebrating 10 years of the iconic Ferris wheel at Navy Pier and the upcoming Fourth of July celebration that should not be missed. For more information, go to https://navypier.orgSteve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Susana Mendoza on why she’s running for the Mayor of Chicago | [Chicago] ‘is worth fighting for’ Susana Mendoza on why she’s running for the Mayor of Chicago | [Chicago] ‘is worth fighting for’ Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza joins Steve Dale to talk about why she wants to be the next mayor of Chicago. Listen in while Mendoza tells listeners why she has decided to get into this race, the major issues that she thinks that need to be addressed including the importance of growing the economic base of the city, how she plans to handle teen takeovers. and more.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3064701 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 23:17:07 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza joins Steve Dale to talk about why she wants to be the next mayor of Chicago. Listen in while Mendoza tells listeners why she has decided to get into this race, the major issues that she thinks that need to be addressed including the importance of growing the economic base of the city, how […]WGN PlusIllinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza joins Steve Dale to talk about why she wants to be the next mayor of Chicago. Listen in while Mendoza tells listeners why she has decided to get into this race, the major issues that she thinks that need to be addressed including the importance of growing the economic base of the city, how […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Mollie’s War: A memoir describing the life of a WAC during WWII in honor of D-Day Mollie’s War: A memoir describing the life of a WAC during WWII in honor of D-Day Published co-author of “Mollie’s War,” Cyndee Schaffer joins Steve Dale to remember her mother Mollie, and the other 150,000 women who served in the military during World War II in honor of the 82nd anniversary of D-Day.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3064653 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:43:34 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Published co-author of “Mollie’s War,” Cyndee Schaffer joins Steve Dale to remember her mother Mollie, and the other 150,000 women who served in the military during World War II in honor of the 82nd anniversary of D-Day.WGN PlusPublished co-author of “Mollie’s War,” Cyndee Schaffer joins Steve Dale to remember her mother Mollie, and the other 150,000 women who served in the military during World War II in honor of the 82nd anniversary of D-Day.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Going Bacharach at the Apollo Theater through June 21st Going Bacharach at the Apollo Theater through June 21st Singer and star of Going Bacharach at the Apollo Theater John Pagano joins Steve Dale on the show to give us an inside look on the vibrant musical revue celebrating the legendary composer. Listen in while John shares stories from working with Bacharach for 26 years and reminds listeners why Burt Bacharach was one of the best songwriters of all time.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3064639 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:41:30 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Singer and star of Going Bacharach at the Apollo Theater John Pagano joins Steve Dale on the show to give us an inside look on the vibrant musical revue celebrating the legendary composer. Listen in while John shares stories from working with Bacharach for 26 years and reminds listeners why Burt Bacharach was one of the […]WGN PlusSinger and star of Going Bacharach at the Apollo Theater John Pagano joins Steve Dale on the show to give us an inside look on the vibrant musical revue celebrating the legendary composer. Listen in while John shares stories from working with Bacharach for 26 years and reminds listeners why Burt Bacharach was one of the […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson talks teen takeovers and a possible alternative for Shot Spotter Mayor Brandon Johnson talks teen takeovers and a possible alternative for Shot Spotter Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Steve Dale to take us behind the scenes at the Vatican. How did the Pope – a White Sox fan – respond to receiving Chicago Cubs swag? Then, Mayor Johnson talks about the teen takeovers, and whether or not he’ll find an alternative for Shot Spotter.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3064628 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:39:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Steve Dale to take us behind the scenes at the Vatican. How did the Pope – a White Sox fan – respond to receiving Chicago Cubs swag? Then, Mayor Johnson talks about the teen takeovers, and whether or not he’ll find an alternative for Shot Spotter.WGN PlusChicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Steve Dale to take us behind the scenes at the Vatican. How did the Pope – a White Sox fan – respond to receiving Chicago Cubs swag? Then, Mayor Johnson talks about the teen takeovers, and whether or not he’ll find an alternative for Shot Spotter.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The voice of history: Bill Kurtis’ Whirlwind career The voice of history: Bill Kurtis’ Whirlwind career Chicago broadcast legend Bill Kurtis joins Steve Dale to discuss his book, Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News. An argument can easily be made that Kurtis’ style has changed Chicago and national broadcast news.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3046385 Sun, 17 May 2026 20:03:32 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Chicago broadcast legend Bill Kurtis joins Steve Dale to discuss his book, Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News. An argument can easily be made that Kurtis’ style has changed Chicago and national broadcast news.WGN PlusChicago broadcast legend Bill Kurtis joins Steve Dale to discuss his book, Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News. An argument can easily be made that Kurtis’ style has changed Chicago and national broadcast news.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Alderman Peter Chico on Shot Spotter and Light the Line Alderman Peter Chico on Shot Spotter and Light the Line 10th Ward Alderman Peter Chico, a former Chicago police officer, joins Steve Dale to express his views on the need for Shot Spotter, or a system like it, which has not been replaced despite the City’s promise to do so. He also talks about a nonprofit supporting first responders, called Light the Line, which Steve was the first to report on.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3046384 Sun, 17 May 2026 19:54:08 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)10th Ward Alderman Peter Chico, a former Chicago police officer, joins Steve Dale to express his views on the need for Shot Spotter, or a system like it, which has not been replaced despite the City’s promise to do so. He also talks about a nonprofit supporting first responders, called Light the Line, which Steve was […]WGN Plus10th Ward Alderman Peter Chico, a former Chicago police officer, joins Steve Dale to express his views on the need for Shot Spotter, or a system like it, which has not been replaced despite the City’s promise to do so. He also talks about a nonprofit supporting first responders, called Light the Line, which Steve was […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The sweetest spot on Michigan Avenue: The Candy Hall of Fame The sweetest spot on Michigan Avenue: The Candy Hall of Fame It may be the most important announcement ever in the history of WGN Radio: the Candy Hall of Fame is coming to town and will soon open on Michigan Avenue. Jeff Rubin, a Candy Hall of Fame inductee, joins Steve Dale to explain.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3046386 Sun, 17 May 2026 19:03:33 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)It may be the most important announcement ever in the history of WGN Radio: the Candy Hall of Fame is coming to town and will soon open on Michigan Avenue. Jeff Rubin, a Candy Hall of Fame inductee, joins Steve Dale to explain.WGN PlusIt may be the most important announcement ever in the history of WGN Radio: the Candy Hall of Fame is coming to town and will soon open on Michigan Avenue. Jeff Rubin, a Candy Hall of Fame inductee, joins Steve Dale to explain.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Sinners, saints, and scares: Anji White takes the stage Sinners, saints, and scares: Anji White takes the stage It’s as intense as theater gets, and part horror – on stage, Covenant at the Goodman Theatre. Actress Anji White of TV’s Fargo plays the mother you might not want to ever have, or maybe you do, and she joins Steve Dale to discuss the production. For tickets, visit the Goodman Theatre.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3046383 Sun, 17 May 2026 18:50:42 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)It’s as intense as theater gets, and part horror – on stage, Covenant at the Goodman Theatre. Actress Anji White of TV’s Fargo plays the mother you might not want to ever have, or maybe you do, and she joins Steve Dale to discuss the production. For tickets, visit the Goodman Theatre.WGN PlusIt’s as intense as theater gets, and part horror – on stage, Covenant at the Goodman Theatre. Actress Anji White of TV’s Fargo plays the mother you might not want to ever have, or maybe you do, and she joins Steve Dale to discuss the production. For tickets, visit the Goodman Theatre.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The Holy Grail of acting: Monty Python’s Spamalot coming to the CIBC Theatre The Holy Grail of acting: Monty Python’s Spamalot coming to the CIBC Theatre Leo Roberts is Sir Galahad in Monty Python’s Spamalot, opening May 19 at the CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.). Roberts joins Steve Dale to talk about members of the Monty Python Troupe he’s met in real life. For tickets, visit Broadway in Chicago.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=3046382 Sun, 17 May 2026 18:38:35 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Leo Roberts is Sir Galahad in Monty Python’s Spamalot, opening May 19 at the CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.). Roberts joins Steve Dale to talk about members of the Monty Python Troupe he’s met in real life. For tickets, visit Broadway in Chicago.WGN PlusLeo Roberts is Sir Galahad in Monty Python’s Spamalot, opening May 19 at the CIBC Theatre (18 W. Monroe St.). Roberts joins Steve Dale to talk about members of the Monty Python Troupe he’s met in real life. For tickets, visit Broadway in Chicago.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Say a Little Prayer for Mom: Dionne Warwick joins Steve Dale Say a Little Prayer for Mom: Dionne Warwick joins Steve Dale In this recorded Mother’s Day interview with Steve Dale, Dionne Warwick talks about her two favorite productions, her sons. She says that as much as she still enjoys performing, her current CD, called DWuets, is her last. She is the queen of duets, having recorded and performed hundreds in her career, and she offers some of her favorite partners. And talks about the upcoming biopic, in which Teyana Taylor is set to portray her.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2891720 Sun, 10 May 2026 20:06:56 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)In this recorded Mother’s Day interview with Steve Dale, Dionne Warwick talks about her two favorite productions, her sons. She says that as much as she still enjoys performing, her current CD, called DWuets, is her last. She is the queen of duets, having recorded and performed hundreds in her career, and she offers some of her […]WGN PlusIn this recorded Mother’s Day interview with Steve Dale, Dionne Warwick talks about her two favorite productions, her sons. She says that as much as she still enjoys performing, her current CD, called DWuets, is her last. She is the queen of duets, having recorded and performed hundreds in her career, and she offers some of her […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Steve Dale (and Chicago) loves Lucie Steve Dale (and Chicago) loves Lucie Lucie Arnaz talks with Steve Dale about her kind-of-famous mom (Lucille Ball) and her own children on Mother’s Day. She has a new book, Lucy and Desi: The Love Letters. But would Mom have wanted her to reveal these very personal notes? A candid conversation with Lucie can go anywhere, as she certainly speaks her mind.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2891718 Sun, 10 May 2026 20:05:39 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Lucie Arnaz talks with Steve Dale about her kind-of-famous mom (Lucille Ball) and her own children on Mother’s Day. She has a new book, Lucy and Desi: The Love Letters. But would Mom have wanted her to reveal these very personal notes? A candid conversation with Lucie can go anywhere, as she certainly speaks her mind.WGN PlusLucie Arnaz talks with Steve Dale about her kind-of-famous mom (Lucille Ball) and her own children on Mother’s Day. She has a new book, Lucy and Desi: The Love Letters. But would Mom have wanted her to reveal these very personal notes? A candid conversation with Lucie can go anywhere, as she certainly speaks her mind.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Ruta Lee joins Steve Dale’s Other World Ruta Lee joins Steve Dale’s Other World Actress Ruta Lee, who is about to celebrate her 91st birthday, is one of your favorite guests on Steve Dale’s Other World, and she says Chicago is her favorite town. Lee’s career includes appearing in films with the likes of Frank Sinatra and Fred Astaire, not to mention literally hundreds of TV guest shots.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2891719 Sun, 10 May 2026 20:05:28 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Actress Ruta Lee, who is about to celebrate her 91st birthday, is one of your favorite guests on Steve Dale’s Other World, and she says Chicago is her favorite town. Lee’s career includes appearing in films with the likes of Frank Sinatra and Fred Astaire, not to mention literally hundreds of TV guest shots.WGN PlusActress Ruta Lee, who is about to celebrate her 91st birthday, is one of your favorite guests on Steve Dale’s Other World, and she says Chicago is her favorite town. Lee’s career includes appearing in films with the likes of Frank Sinatra and Fred Astaire, not to mention literally hundreds of TV guest shots.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Canine cruises down the Chicago River Canine cruises down the Chicago River Captain Kat Miller of Chicago’s First Lady joins Steve Dale to discuss the various excursions they offer, from their famous Chicago Architecture Center-hosted cruises to the canine cruise for dogs, whose highlights will no doubt include the parks with the most squirrels.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2891721 Sun, 10 May 2026 19:51:27 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Captain Kat Miller of Chicago’s First Lady joins Steve Dale to discuss the various excursions they offer, from their famous Chicago Architecture Center-hosted cruises to the canine cruise for dogs, whose highlights will no doubt include the parks with the most squirrels.WGN PlusCaptain Kat Miller of Chicago’s First Lady joins Steve Dale to discuss the various excursions they offer, from their famous Chicago Architecture Center-hosted cruises to the canine cruise for dogs, whose highlights will no doubt include the parks with the most squirrels.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Rhino conservation with Joan Colletta Rhino conservation with Joan Colletta Joan Colletta, Founder of The Creative Conservancy, joins Steve Dale to talk about how she spends time with animals in their natural habitats. Joan shares her stories about volunteering for Rhino Conservation in South Africa, being around gorillas, and the importance of spreading education to prevent poaching.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2872899 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:04:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Joan Colletta, Founder of The Creative Conservancy, joins Steve Dale to talk about how she spends time with animals in their natural habitats. Joan shares her stories about volunteering for Rhino Conservation in South Africa, being around gorillas, and the importance of spreading education to prevent poaching.WGN PlusJoan Colletta, Founder of The Creative Conservancy, joins Steve Dale to talk about how she spends time with animals in their natural habitats. Joan shares her stories about volunteering for Rhino Conservation in South Africa, being around gorillas, and the importance of spreading education to prevent poaching.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Guest House Chicago is providing stable housing for traveling medical patients Guest House Chicago is providing stable housing for traveling medical patients Art Chat Daddy Sims, Community Outreach Manager, and Adam Helman, President and CEO of the nonprofit Guest House Chicago, join Steve Dale to discuss how they provide comfortable, affordable accommodations for patients and their families throughout their treatment. Guest House Chicago offers fully furnished apartments for medical patients and Rush Road Home participants through a referral process. Their major annual fundraiser is on April 27th. For more information about Guest House Chicago, visit guesthousechicago.org.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2872877 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:56:36 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Art Chat Daddy Sims, Community Outreach Manager, and Adam Helman, President and CEO of the nonprofit Guest House Chicago, join Steve Dale to discuss how they provide comfortable, affordable accommodations for patients and their families throughout their treatment. Guest House Chicago offers fully furnished apartments for medical patients and Rush Road Home participants through a […]WGN PlusArt Chat Daddy Sims, Community Outreach Manager, and Adam Helman, President and CEO of the nonprofit Guest House Chicago, join Steve Dale to discuss how they provide comfortable, affordable accommodations for patients and their families throughout their treatment. Guest House Chicago offers fully furnished apartments for medical patients and Rush Road Home participants through a […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Actor Jason Alexander returns to Chicago to direct Fault at the Shakespeare Theater Actor Jason Alexander returns to Chicago to direct Fault at the Shakespeare Theater Best known for playing George Costanza in Seinfeld, Jason Alexander joins Steve Dale to talk about directing Fault at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Jason shares what steered him toward the directing role, Hachi: A Dog’s Tale, and whether there will be a long-rumored Seinfeld reunion. Fault will be at the Shakespeare Theater at Navy Pier until May 24th.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2872853 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:52:37 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Best known for playing George Costanza in Seinfeld, Jason Alexander joins Steve Dale to talk about directing Fault at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Jason shares what steered him toward the directing role, Hachi: A Dog’s Tale, and whether there will be a long-rumored Seinfeld reunion. Fault will be at the Shakespeare Theater at Navy Pier until May 24th.WGN PlusBest known for playing George Costanza in Seinfeld, Jason Alexander joins Steve Dale to talk about directing Fault at the Chicago Shakespeare Theater. Jason shares what steered him toward the directing role, Hachi: A Dog’s Tale, and whether there will be a long-rumored Seinfeld reunion. Fault will be at the Shakespeare Theater at Navy Pier until May 24th.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Going Bacharach at the Apollo Theater Going Bacharach at the Apollo Theater Adrian Galante, Arranger and Musical Director of Going Bacharach, joins Steve Dale to discuss how the show is a tribute to the music of Burt Freeman Bacharach, one of the greatest American composers.  The show will be at the Apollo Theater, 2450 N. Lincoln Ave., from April 21st to May 17th.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2872845 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:49:18 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Adrian Galante, Arranger and Musical Director of Going Bacharach, joins Steve Dale to discuss how the show is a tribute to the music of Burt Freeman Bacharach, one of the greatest American composers.  The show will be at the Apollo Theater, 2450 N. Lincoln Ave., from April 21st to May 17th.WGN PlusAdrian Galante, Arranger and Musical Director of Going Bacharach, joins Steve Dale to discuss how the show is a tribute to the music of Burt Freeman Bacharach, one of the greatest American composers.  The show will be at the Apollo Theater, 2450 N. Lincoln Ave., from April 21st to May 17th.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The legacy of Jane Goodall with Anna Rathman The legacy of Jane Goodall with Anna Rathman Friday was International Jane Goodall Day in celebration of all she achieved. Steve Dale interviewed Dr. Goodall several times, including on WGN Radio. Though Dr. Goodall had only just begun to achieve, and left the planet more than a bit concerned, she never lost hope. Steve talks with Anna Rathman, executive director Jane Goodall Institute USA.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2860585 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:05:04 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Friday was International Jane Goodall Day in celebration of all she achieved. Steve Dale interviewed Dr. Goodall several times, including on WGN Radio. Though Dr. Goodall had only just begun to achieve, and left the planet more than a bit concerned, she never lost hope. Steve talks with Anna Rathman, executive director Jane Goodall Institute USA. […]WGN PlusFriday was International Jane Goodall Day in celebration of all she achieved. Steve Dale interviewed Dr. Goodall several times, including on WGN Radio. Though Dr. Goodall had only just begun to achieve, and left the planet more than a bit concerned, she never lost hope. Steve talks with Anna Rathman, executive director Jane Goodall Institute USA. […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Talking Judy Tenuta with Brent Mata Talking Judy Tenuta with Brent Mata The last radio interview comedienne Judy Tenuta did was with Steve Dale. Steve talks with award-winning director and producer Brent Mata, about capturing the life of Judy Tenuta, in It Happened: The Judy Tenuta Story, a mini-biopic following the often wacky life and career of the ’80s accordion-playing comedienne.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2860584 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:38:44 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)The last radio interview comedienne Judy Tenuta did was with Steve Dale. Steve talks with award-winning director and producer Brent Mata, about capturing the life of Judy Tenuta, in It Happened: The Judy Tenuta Story, a mini-biopic following the often wacky life and career of the ’80s accordion-playing comedienne. Steve’s Interview with Judy can be found here.WGN PlusThe last radio interview comedienne Judy Tenuta did was with Steve Dale. Steve talks with award-winning director and producer Brent Mata, about capturing the life of Judy Tenuta, in It Happened: The Judy Tenuta Story, a mini-biopic following the often wacky life and career of the ’80s accordion-playing comedienne. Steve’s Interview with Judy can be found here.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Elizabeth French and Light the Line Elizabeth French and Light the Line Appropriately, Elizabeth French is in the studio on Easter Sunday. She is the mom of fallen police officer Ella French, who was killed in 2021. She’s been active in supporting a non-profit called Light the Line, which provides vital support to officers and their families through resources, programs, and community initiatives that drive meaningful change.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2860583 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:26:51 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Appropriately, Elizabeth French is in the studio on Easter Sunday. She is the mom of fallen police officer Ella French, who was killed in 2021. She’s been active in supporting a non-profit called Light the Line, which provides vital support to officers and their families through resources, programs, and community initiatives that drive meaningful change.WGN PlusAppropriately, Elizabeth French is in the studio on Easter Sunday. She is the mom of fallen police officer Ella French, who was killed in 2021. She’s been active in supporting a non-profit called Light the Line, which provides vital support to officers and their families through resources, programs, and community initiatives that drive meaningful change.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Chicago’s Washington: A Hamilton story Chicago’s Washington: A Hamilton story John Williams may have Thomas Jefferson, but Steve Dale has George Washington. A. D. Weaver is the Father of Our Country in the Hamilton Angelica Tour. He also talks with rotating cast member Asisha Sougou. Hamilton is showing at the CIBC Theatre (18 West Monroe St).

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2860586 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:10:21 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)John Williams may have Thomas Jefferson, but Steve Dale has George Washington. A. D. Weaver is the Father of Our Country in the Hamilton Angelica Tour. He also talks with rotating cast member Asisha Sougou. Hamilton is showing at the CIBC Theatre (18 West Monroe St).WGN PlusJohn Williams may have Thomas Jefferson, but Steve Dale has George Washington. A. D. Weaver is the Father of Our Country in the Hamilton Angelica Tour. He also talks with rotating cast member Asisha Sougou. Hamilton is showing at the CIBC Theatre (18 West Monroe St).Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Dr. Anne Beall shares the secret to powerful writing Dr. Anne Beall shares the secret to powerful writing Chicago’s own Dr. Anne Beall, award-winning multi-book author, joins Steve Dale to talk about her latest book titled The Compassionate Writer: Find Your Voice, Enhance Your Story, and Touch Lives. Listen in while Dr. Beall reminds listeners to write with courage, edit with kindness, and share their stories with the world.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2854520 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 20:14:38 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Chicago’s own Dr. Anne Beall, award-winning multi-book author, joins Steve Dale to talk about her latest book titled The Compassionate Writer: Find Your Voice, Enhance Your Story, and Touch Lives. Listen in while Dr. Beall reminds listeners to write with courage, edit with kindness, and share their stories with the world.WGN PlusChicago’s own Dr. Anne Beall, award-winning multi-book author, joins Steve Dale to talk about her latest book titled The Compassionate Writer: Find Your Voice, Enhance Your Story, and Touch Lives. Listen in while Dr. Beall reminds listeners to write with courage, edit with kindness, and share their stories with the world.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago What is the formula to happiness? What is the formula to happiness? Dr. Alphonsus Obayuwana, author of The Happiness Formula: A Scientific, Groundbreaking Approach to Happiness and Personal Fulfillment, joins WGN Radio’s Steve Dale to share the key to happiness. Listen in while Dr. Obayuwana shares what the Hope Index Scale (HIS) is, the science behind personal satisfaction, and more.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2854517 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:51:39 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Dr. Alphonsus Obayuwana, author of The Happiness Formula: A Scientific, Groundbreaking Approach to Happiness and Personal Fulfillment, joins WGN Radio’s Steve Dale to share the key to happiness. Listen in while Dr. Obayuwana shares what the Hope Index Scale (HIS) is, the science behind personal satisfaction, and more.WGN PlusDr. Alphonsus Obayuwana, author of The Happiness Formula: A Scientific, Groundbreaking Approach to Happiness and Personal Fulfillment, joins WGN Radio’s Steve Dale to share the key to happiness. Listen in while Dr. Obayuwana shares what the Hope Index Scale (HIS) is, the science behind personal satisfaction, and more.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago There is a little something for everyone at Ravinia Festival this summer There is a little something for everyone at Ravinia Festival this summer Erik Soderstrom, Senior Director of Programming at Ravinia, joins WGN’s Steve Dale to highlight this year’s major lineup of performances at Ravinia Festival, including Snoop Dogg, Paul Simon, Rod Stewart and many more. Erik and Steve also detail the history of Ravinia, some of the famous musicians who have appeared on stage, and Metra’s role in getting guests to the festival.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2854504 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:33:47 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Erik Soderstrom, Senior Director of Programming at Ravinia, joins WGN’s Steve Dale to highlight this year’s major lineup of performances at Ravinia Festival, including Snoop Dogg, Paul Simon, Rod Stewart and many more. Erik and Steve also detail the history of Ravinia, some of the famous musicians who have appeared on stage, and Metra’s role […]WGN PlusErik Soderstrom, Senior Director of Programming at Ravinia, joins WGN’s Steve Dale to highlight this year’s major lineup of performances at Ravinia Festival, including Snoop Dogg, Paul Simon, Rod Stewart and many more. Erik and Steve also detail the history of Ravinia, some of the famous musicians who have appeared on stage, and Metra’s role […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago ‘Ease on down the road’ and go see The Wiz over at the Nederlander Theatre through April 5th ‘Ease on down the road’ and go see The Wiz over at the Nederlander Theatre through April 5th D. Jerome, the actor playing the Tin Man in The Wiz’s national tour, joins Steve Dale to talk about The Wiz’s 50th Anniversary Tour coming to The James M. Nederlander Theatre from March 31st – April 5, 2026. Listen in while D. Jerome shares what it’s like playing this iconic role and what it’s like putting on the iconic Tin Man suit day after day. D. Jerome and Steve also share what they think makes The Wiz such a timeless classic.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2854473 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:11:56 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)D. Jerome, the actor playing the Tin Man in The Wiz’s national tour, joins Steve Dale to talk about The Wiz’s 50th Anniversary Tour coming to The James M. Nederlander Theatre from March 31st – April 5, 2026. Listen in while D. Jerome shares what it’s like playing this iconic role and what it’s like […]WGN PlusD. Jerome, the actor playing the Tin Man in The Wiz’s national tour, joins Steve Dale to talk about The Wiz’s 50th Anniversary Tour coming to The James M. Nederlander Theatre from March 31st – April 5, 2026. Listen in while D. Jerome shares what it’s like playing this iconic role and what it’s like […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The Black Ensemble Theatre kick off their 50th Anniversary with ‘The Jackie Wilson Story’ The Black Ensemble Theatre kick off their 50th Anniversary with ‘The Jackie Wilson Story’ WGN Radio’s Steve Dale is joined by Jaitee Thomas who stars as the legendary R&B singer in the Black Ensemble Theater’s 2026 production of The Jackie Wilson Story as they kick off their 50th Anniversary season. Listen in while Jaitee shares what makes Jackie one of the most influential performers of all time, Jackie’s relationship with the ‘King’ of rock n’ roll Elvis Presley, and what makes this show a must-see!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2854436 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:34:01 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)WGN Radio’s Steve Dale is joined by Jaitee Thomas who stars as the legendary R&B singer in the Black Ensemble Theater’s 2026 production of The Jackie Wilson Story as they kick off their 50th Anniversary season. Listen in while Jaitee shares what makes Jackie one of the most influential performers of all time, Jackie’s relationship with […]WGN PlusWGN Radio’s Steve Dale is joined by Jaitee Thomas who stars as the legendary R&B singer in the Black Ensemble Theater’s 2026 production of The Jackie Wilson Story as they kick off their 50th Anniversary season. Listen in while Jaitee shares what makes Jackie one of the most influential performers of all time, Jackie’s relationship with […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The Brief, Wondrous Interview with Lenin Izquierdo The Brief, Wondrous Interview with Lenin Izquierdo Chicago-native actor Lenin Izquierdo, who stars as Oscar in The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao at the Goodman Theatre, joins Steve Dale to talk about the show and his Chicago roots. For more information on the show, visit the Goodman Theatre.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2835287 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:10:45 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Chicago-native actor Lenin Izquierdo, who stars as Oscar in The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao at the Goodman Theatre, joins Steve Dale to talk about the show and his Chicago roots. For more information on the show, visit the Goodman Theatre.WGN PlusChicago-native actor Lenin Izquierdo, who stars as Oscar in The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao at the Goodman Theatre, joins Steve Dale to talk about the show and his Chicago roots. For more information on the show, visit the Goodman Theatre.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Pat Quinn: Let the people vote on the Bears stadium Pat Quinn: Let the people vote on the Bears stadium Former governor Pat Quinn joins Steve Dale to talk about the Bear Down for Illinois campaign and the push to keep the Bears in Illinois. For more information, visit Bear Down for Illinois.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2835048 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:22:53 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Former governor Pat Quinn joins Steve Dale to talk about the Bear Down for Illinois campaign and the push to keep the Bears in Illinois. For more information, visit Bear Down for Illinois.WGN PlusFormer governor Pat Quinn joins Steve Dale to talk about the Bear Down for Illinois campaign and the push to keep the Bears in Illinois. For more information, visit Bear Down for Illinois.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Sedaka wrote it, Toni rocked it: The making of a hit Sedaka wrote it, Toni rocked it: The making of a hit Singer Toni Tennille joins Steve Dale to talk about the making of the hit song, “Love Will Keep Us Together,” written by the late Neil Sedaka. She shared stories about their performances together and revisit classics.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2835047 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:21:35 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Singer Toni Tennille joins Steve Dale to talk about the making of the hit song, “Love Will Keep Us Together,” written by the late Neil Sedaka. She shared stories about their performances together and revisit classics.WGN PlusSinger Toni Tennille joins Steve Dale to talk about the making of the hit song, “Love Will Keep Us Together,” written by the late Neil Sedaka. She shared stories about their performances together and revisit classics.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Is exercise truly preventative medicine? Is exercise truly preventative medicine? Dr. Jordan Metzl, nationally recognized sports medicine physician, best selling author, and fitness instructor, joins Steve Dale to discuss incorporating exercise into your diet and his book Push: Unlock the Science of Fitness Motivation to Embrace Health and Longevity. For more information, visit Dr. Jordan Metzl.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2835046 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:17:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Dr. Jordan Metzl, nationally recognized sports medicine physician, best selling author, and fitness instructor, joins Steve Dale to discuss incorporating exercise into your diet and his book Push: Unlock the Science of Fitness Motivation to Embrace Health and Longevity. For more information, visit Dr. Jordan Metzl.WGN PlusDr. Jordan Metzl, nationally recognized sports medicine physician, best selling author, and fitness instructor, joins Steve Dale to discuss incorporating exercise into your diet and his book Push: Unlock the Science of Fitness Motivation to Embrace Health and Longevity. For more information, visit Dr. Jordan Metzl.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Green river, black beer: Chicago on St. Patrick’s Day Green river, black beer: Chicago on St. Patrick’s Day Ryan Wagner, National Ambassador for the Guinness Open Gate Brewery and Head of Beer Quality joins Steve Dale to talk about the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day festivities, why everything is green on St. Patty’s day and how to best enjoy a perfect Guinness.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2835045 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 21:12:46 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Ryan Wagner, National Ambassador for the Guinness Open Gate Brewery and Head of Beer Quality joins Steve Dale to talk about the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day festivities, why everything is green on St. Patty’s day and how to best enjoy a perfect Guinness.WGN PlusRyan Wagner, National Ambassador for the Guinness Open Gate Brewery and Head of Beer Quality joins Steve Dale to talk about the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day festivities, why everything is green on St. Patty’s day and how to best enjoy a perfect Guinness.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Alison Arngrim is proud to be a ‘Prairie B’ Alison Arngrim is proud to be a ‘Prairie B’ Steve Dale catches up with the iconic Alison Arngrim, forever known to millions as the “girl you love to hate,” Nellie Oleson from Little House on the Prairie. Alison pulls back the curtain on her storied career and her New York Times best-selling memoir, Confessions of a Prairie B*tch: How I Survived Nellie Oleson and Learned to Love Being Hated. Steve and Alison discuss her transition from child star to outspoken activist, the behind-the-scenes secrets of the Walnut Grove set, and how she transformed a lifetime of “bonnet-head” fame into a platform for advocacy and comedy.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2821534 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 23:50:27 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Steve Dale catches up with the iconic Alison Arngrim, forever known to millions as the “girl you love to hate,” Nellie Oleson from Little House on the Prairie. Alison pulls back the curtain on her storied career and her New York Times best-selling memoir, Confessions of a Prairie B*tch: How I Survived Nellie Oleson and […]WGN PlusSteve Dale catches up with the iconic Alison Arngrim, forever known to millions as the “girl you love to hate,” Nellie Oleson from Little House on the Prairie. Alison pulls back the curtain on her storied career and her New York Times best-selling memoir, Confessions of a Prairie B*tch: How I Survived Nellie Oleson and […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Doc Emrick is all smiles as U.S. Hockey wins double gold Doc Emrick is all smiles as U.S. Hockey wins double gold Steve Dale is joined by legendary Hall of Fame broadcaster Mike “Doc” Emrick to celebrate a historic moment for American hockey. Doc and Steve break down the incredible “double gold” sweep—the first time in Olympic history both U.S. Men’s & Women’s teams have stood atop the podium in the same Games. They discuss the U.S. men’s dramatic 2-1 overtime victory against Canada, which ended a 46-year gold medal drought exactly to the day of the 1980 “Miracle on Ice”. Doc also lends his expert analysis to the U.S. women’s equally thrilling 2-1 overtime win over Canada, highlighting the clutch performances that secured their first gold in eight years.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2821431 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 23:36:29 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Steve Dale is joined by legendary Hall of Fame broadcaster Mike “Doc” Emrick to celebrate a historic moment for American hockey. Doc and Steve break down the incredible “double gold” sweep—the first time in Olympic history both U.S. Men’s & Women’s teams have stood atop the podium in the same Games. They discuss the U.S. […]WGN PlusSteve Dale is joined by legendary Hall of Fame broadcaster Mike “Doc” Emrick to celebrate a historic moment for American hockey. Doc and Steve break down the incredible “double gold” sweep—the first time in Olympic history both U.S. Men’s & Women’s teams have stood atop the podium in the same Games. They discuss the U.S. […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago You’re not imagining it, there’s a cough going around You’re not imagining it, there’s a cough going around Dr. Samantha Canning, an internal medicine specialist at Northwestern Medicine, joins Steve Dale to talk about everyone’s least favorite winter activity, getting sick. It’s unlikely you live anywhere near Chicago and haven’t either known someone or yourself who has experienced one of the really nasty upper respiratory viruses going around. What can you do to prevent this? There is no vaccine. And if you are sick, now what? If you haven’t had the influenza vaccine, is it too late in the season? And why aren’t we hearing about COVID-19?

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2821433 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 23:31:27 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Dr. Samantha Canning, an internal medicine specialist at Northwestern Medicine, joins Steve Dale to talk about everyone’s least favorite winter activity, getting sick. It’s unlikely you live anywhere near Chicago and haven’t either known someone or yourself who has experienced one of the really nasty upper respiratory viruses going around. What can you do to […]WGN PlusDr. Samantha Canning, an internal medicine specialist at Northwestern Medicine, joins Steve Dale to talk about everyone’s least favorite winter activity, getting sick. It’s unlikely you live anywhere near Chicago and haven’t either known someone or yourself who has experienced one of the really nasty upper respiratory viruses going around. What can you do to […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Mary Wisniewski’s latest book on the life Nelson Algren is a treat Mary Wisniewski’s latest book on the life Nelson Algren is a treat Steve Dale is joined by veteran Chicago journalist and author Mary Wisniewski to discuss her latest literary endeavor about Nelson Algren, “Algren: A Life.” Known for her deep roots in Chicago’s history and culture, Mary shares the inspiration behind her new book and the stories that define the city’s unique character. Whether you’re a history buff, a fellow Chicagoan, or just a fan of great storytelling, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the craft of writing and the soul of the Windy City.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2821435 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 23:25:30 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Steve Dale is joined by veteran Chicago journalist and author Mary Wisniewski to discuss her latest literary endeavor about Nelson Algren, “Algren: A Life.” Known for her deep roots in Chicago’s history and culture, Mary shares the inspiration behind her new book and the stories that define the city’s unique character. Whether you’re a history […]WGN PlusSteve Dale is joined by veteran Chicago journalist and author Mary Wisniewski to discuss her latest literary endeavor about Nelson Algren, “Algren: A Life.” Known for her deep roots in Chicago’s history and culture, Mary shares the inspiration behind her new book and the stories that define the city’s unique character. Whether you’re a history […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Remembering Chicago radio icon Betty Sanders Remembering Chicago radio icon Betty Sanders Steve Dale shares the heartbreaking news of the passing of a true broadcasting legend and dear friend, Betty Sanders (of the iconic “Bob and Betty” team). Steve reminisces about the early days of his career producing the legendary pair at WCFL, the invaluable lessons they taught him about class and connection, and why they were the undisputed masters of “comfort radio.” A nostalgic and deeply personal tribute to a trailblazer.

Click here to listen to Steve’s last on-air discussion with the late Betty Sanders.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2821437 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 21:30:23 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Steve Dale shares the heartbreaking news of the passing of a true broadcasting legend and dear friend, Betty Sanders (of the iconic “Bob and Betty” team). Steve reminisces about the early days of his career producing the legendary pair at WCFL, the invaluable lessons they taught him about class and connection, and why they were […]WGN PlusSteve Dale shares the heartbreaking news of the passing of a true broadcasting legend and dear friend, Betty Sanders (of the iconic “Bob and Betty” team). Steve reminisces about the early days of his career producing the legendary pair at WCFL, the invaluable lessons they taught him about class and connection, and why they were […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Actor Jurgen Hooper on Eureka Day Actor Jurgen Hooper on Eureka Day Jurgen Hooper from the Timeline Theatre joins Steve Dale to discuss Eureka Day, a thoughtful and entertaining show about parenting and also vaccine hesitancy at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place through February 12. For more information, visit Timeline Theatre.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2809028 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 20:23:55 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Jurgen Hooper from the Timeline Theatre joins Steve Dale to discuss Eureka Day, a thoughtful and entertaining show about parenting and also vaccine hesitancy at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place through February 12. For more information, visit Timeline Theatre.WGN PlusJurgen Hooper from the Timeline Theatre joins Steve Dale to discuss Eureka Day, a thoughtful and entertaining show about parenting and also vaccine hesitancy at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place through February 12. For more information, visit Timeline Theatre.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Little Shop of Horrors now showing at the Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre Little Shop of Horrors now showing at the Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre Little Shop of Horrors is now showing at the Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre through March 15. Jackson Evans, who plays Seymour in the show will reveal where he thinks this carnivorous plant comes from, and about why he hopes to feed WGN-TV’s Paul Lisnek to the plant.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2809027 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 20:23:43 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Little Shop of Horrors is now showing at the Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre through March 15. Jackson Evans, who plays Seymour in the show will reveal where he thinks this carnivorous plant comes from, and about why he hopes to feed WGN-TV’s Paul Lisnek to the plant.WGN PlusLittle Shop of Horrors is now showing at the Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre through March 15. Jackson Evans, who plays Seymour in the show will reveal where he thinks this carnivorous plant comes from, and about why he hopes to feed WGN-TV’s Paul Lisnek to the plant.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Booth 46: Episode 14 – Albert Friedman and Bernard Cherkasov from the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center Booth 46: Episode 14 – Albert Friedman and Bernard Cherkasov from the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center Albert Friedman returns to the Booth 46 Podcast, after being a guest on our debut episode, and brought with him Bernard Cherkasov from the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center. While the museum in Skokie is closed for renovations, the Holocaust Museum presents ‘Experience360’, which is now open at 360 N. State Street.

From the actual Booth 46 at Petterino’s, Bernard and Albert talk to host Steve Dale about the world’s 3rd largest Holocaust Museum, its purpose, Bernard’s story, and how Experience360 provides a panoramic view through history and truth, inviting visitors of all backgrounds to witness stories of survival, ask questions, and reflect on the past in ways that inspire empathy, respect, and hope. Listen for that and more below:

As you listen to ‘Booth 46’ live from Petterino’s, and overhear the clanking of glasses, conversations from other booths, forks hitting plates and more, swipe through the photos below from the Episode 14 podcast recording to feel even more like you’re there.

  • Albert Friedman from Petterino’s and Friedman Properties, Bernard Cherkasov from Illinois Holocaust Museum and Steve Dale from WGN Radio in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Albert Friedman from Petterino’s and Friedman Properties, Bernard Cherkasov from Illinois Holocaust Museum and Steve Dale from WGN Radio in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Albert Friedman from Petterino’s and Friedman Properties, Bernard Cherkasov from Illinois Holocaust Museum and Steve Dale from WGN Radio in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Albert Friedman from Petterino’s and Friedman Properties, Bernard Cherkasov from Illinois Holocaust Museum and Steve Dale from WGN Radio in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio

You’ll also see Mr. Friedman appear in our January 2026 Your Hometown video tour of Chicago’s Loop, and can hear his recent visit with John Williams on the Noon Business Lunch.

Subscribe to Booth 46 on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts so that you don’t miss an episode. If you love what you’re hearing and feel compelled to post about it on social media, please use the hashtag #Booth46. You can also follow Petterino’s on Facebook and Instagram for more from the actual Booth 46.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2800659 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:51:21 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Albert Friedman returns to the Booth 46 Podcast, after being a guest on our debut episode, and brought with him Bernard Cherkasov from the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center. While the museum in Skokie is closed for renovations, the Holocaust Museum presents ‘Experience360’, which is now open at 360 N. State Street. From the […]WGN PlusAlbert Friedman returns to the Booth 46 Podcast, after being a guest on our debut episode, and brought with him Bernard Cherkasov from the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center. While the museum in Skokie is closed for renovations, the Holocaust Museum presents ‘Experience360’, which is now open at 360 N. State Street. From the […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Booth 46: Episode 13 – Chaz Ebert explains what F.E.C.K. stands for with new book Booth 46: Episode 13 – Chaz Ebert explains what F.E.C.K. stands for with new book Forgiveness. Empathy. Compassion. Kindness. That’s what F.E.C.K. stands for in the title of Chaz Ebert’s new book, ‘It’s Time To Give A FECK.‘ (available to order on Amazon).

While Chaz is excited about the book’s success so far, she wants people to take those principles to heart and practice them. She joined Steve Dale on the latest episode of Booth 46, recorded live at Petterino’s in the heart of downtown Chicago, to discuss the book, her late husband and legendary film critic Roger Ebert, the movies they loved, and so much more.

As you listen to ‘Booth 46’ live from Petterino’s, and overhear the clanking of glasses, conversations from other booths, forks hitting plates and more, swipe through the photos below from the Episode 13 podcast recording to feel even more like you’re there.

  • Chaz Ebert and Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Chaz Ebert and Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Chaz Ebert and Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Chaz Ebert and Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Chaz Ebert with Steve Dale and her new book, “It’s Time To Give a FECK.” at Petterino’s in Chicago. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio

Subscribe to Booth 46 on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts so that you don’t miss an episode. If you love what you’re hearing and feel compelled to post about it on social media, please use the hashtag #Booth46. You can also follow Petterino’s on Facebook and Instagram for more from the actual Booth 46.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2787651 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:09:58 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Forgiveness. Empathy. Compassion. Kindness. That’s what F.E.C.K. stands for in the title of Chaz Ebert’s new book, ‘It’s Time To Give A FECK.‘ (available to order on Amazon). While Chaz is excited about the book’s success so far, she wants people to take those principles to heart and practice them. She joined Steve Dale on […]WGN PlusForgiveness. Empathy. Compassion. Kindness. That’s what F.E.C.K. stands for in the title of Chaz Ebert’s new book, ‘It’s Time To Give A FECK.‘ (available to order on Amazon). While Chaz is excited about the book’s success so far, she wants people to take those principles to heart and practice them. She joined Steve Dale on […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Ald. Knudsen on the 2026 budget, transit, safety Ald. Knudsen on the 2026 budget, transit, safety Chicago’s 43rd Ward Alderman Tim Knudsen joins WGN Radio’s Steve Dale to discuss current issues in his ward and across the city. Alderman Knudsen talks about the city’s budget, curfew, homelessness, and CTA safety.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2783164 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 23:36:28 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Chicago’s 43rd Ward Alderman Tim Knudsen joins WGN Radio’s Steve Dale to discuss current issues in his ward and across the city. Alderman Knudsen talks about the city’s budget, curfew, homelessness, and CTA safety.WGN PlusChicago’s 43rd Ward Alderman Tim Knudsen joins WGN Radio’s Steve Dale to discuss current issues in his ward and across the city. Alderman Knudsen talks about the city’s budget, curfew, homelessness, and CTA safety.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Everything to know about Chicago Restaurant Week Everything to know about Chicago Restaurant Week Steve Crano, Manager of Corporate Communications at Choose Chicago, joins WGN’s Steve Dale to preview Chicago Restaurant Week which takes place January 23rd through February 8th. They discuss prices, notable restaurants to check out, and the new Choose Chicago podcast.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2783080 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 23:02:04 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Steve Crano, Manager of Corporate Communications at Choose Chicago, joins WGN’s Steve Dale to preview Chicago Restaurant Week which takes place January 23rd through February 8th. They discuss prices, notable restaurants to check out, and the new Choose Chicago podcast.WGN PlusSteve Crano, Manager of Corporate Communications at Choose Chicago, joins WGN’s Steve Dale to preview Chicago Restaurant Week which takes place January 23rd through February 8th. They discuss prices, notable restaurants to check out, and the new Choose Chicago podcast.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Melba Moore on ‘This is It: Marvelous and Getting Better’ Melba Moore on ‘This is It: Marvelous and Getting Better’ Singer and actress Melba Moore joins WGN Radio’s Steve Dale to highlight her new memoir, ‘This is It: Marvelous and Getting Better’. Melba discusses personal struggles over the years and how she overcame them, her five octave vocal range, current performances, and what she does to stay on top of her game.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2783096 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 22:58:01 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Singer and actress Melba Moore joins WGN Radio’s Steve Dale to highlight her new memoir, ‘This is It: Marvelous and Getting Better’. Melba discusses personal struggles over the years and how she overcame them, her five octave vocal range, current performances, and what she does to stay on top of her game.WGN PlusSinger and actress Melba Moore joins WGN Radio’s Steve Dale to highlight her new memoir, ‘This is It: Marvelous and Getting Better’. Melba discusses personal struggles over the years and how she overcame them, her five octave vocal range, current performances, and what she does to stay on top of her game.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The secret to love with Love McPherson The secret to love with Love McPherson Relationship expert Love McPherson joins WGN’s Steve Dale to discuss all things love. Love talks about building relationships, maintaining healthy marriages, the ability to compromise, and being open to change.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2783143 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 22:41:51 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Relationship expert Love McPherson joins WGN’s Steve Dale to discuss all things love. Love talks about building relationships, maintaining healthy marriages, the ability to compromise, and being open to change.WGN PlusRelationship expert Love McPherson joins WGN’s Steve Dale to discuss all things love. Love talks about building relationships, maintaining healthy marriages, the ability to compromise, and being open to change.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago New year, new love: Dating success in 2026 New year, new love: Dating success in 2026 Bela Gandhi, dating coach and founder of Smart Dating Academy joins Steve Dale to discuss the best practices for finding dating success in 2026. They go into dating apps, approaches when on a date, and take listener questions!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2776973 Sun, 04 Jan 2026 20:58:28 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Bela Gandhi, dating coach and founder of Smart Dating Academy joins Steve Dale to discuss the best practices for finding dating success in 2026. They go into dating apps, approaches when on a date, and take listener questions!WGN PlusBela Gandhi, dating coach and founder of Smart Dating Academy joins Steve Dale to discuss the best practices for finding dating success in 2026. They go into dating apps, approaches when on a date, and take listener questions!Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Dr. Sindhu Aderson on GLP-1s Dr. Sindhu Aderson on GLP-1s Dr. Sindhu Aderson, Medical Director Immediate Care Physician Northwestern Medicine with a special interest in obesity, joins Steve Dale to answer all questions about GLP-1s including who should be taking them, how safe they are, and updates on their cost.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2776965 Sun, 04 Jan 2026 20:57:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Dr. Sindhu Aderson, Medical Director Immediate Care Physician Northwestern Medicine with a special interest in obesity, joins Steve Dale to answer all questions about GLP-1s including who should be taking them, how safe they are, and updates on their cost.WGN PlusDr. Sindhu Aderson, Medical Director Immediate Care Physician Northwestern Medicine with a special interest in obesity, joins Steve Dale to answer all questions about GLP-1s including who should be taking them, how safe they are, and updates on their cost.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Booth 46: Episode 12 – The amazing careers of Chicago musicians Mark and Anne Burnell Booth 46: Episode 12 – The amazing careers of Chicago musicians Mark and Anne Burnell Mark and Anne Burnell have been making music and performing together in Chicago for more than 30 years. From the heart of Chicago at Petterino’s, they joined Steve Dale on the Booth 46 podcast to talk about their legendary careers, how they met, and oh yeah…Mark playing his keyboard while having brain surgery. You should just hit play on this episode already and hear them tell the story.

As you listen to ‘Booth 46’ live from Petterino’s, and overhear the clanking of glasses, conversations from other booths, forks hitting plates and more, swipe through the photos below from the Episode 12 podcast recording to feel even more like you’re there.

  • Musicians Mark and Anne Burnell with Steve Dale at Petterino’s in Chicago, on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Musicians Mark and Anne Burnell with Steve Dale at Petterino’s in Chicago, on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Musicians Mark and Anne Burnell with Steve Dale at Petterino’s in Chicago, on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Musicians Mark and Anne Burnell with Steve Dale at Petterino’s in Chicago, on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Musicians Mark and Anne Burnell with Steve Dale at Petterino’s in Chicago, on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Musicians Mark and Anne Burnell with Steve Dale at Petterino’s in Chicago, on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Musicians Mark and Anne Burnell with Steve Dale at Petterino’s in Chicago, on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio

Learn more about Mark and Anne, and listen to their music, at burnellmusic.com. You can follow Mark on Instagram at markburnell88 and Anne at anneburnell.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2775107 Fri, 02 Jan 2026 12:34:55 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Mark and Anne Burnell have been making music and performing together in Chicago for more than 30 years. From the heart of Chicago at Petterino’s, they joined Steve Dale on the Booth 46 podcast to talk about their legendary careers, how they met, and oh yeah…Mark playing his keyboard while having brain surgery. You should […]WGN PlusMark and Anne Burnell have been making music and performing together in Chicago for more than 30 years. From the heart of Chicago at Petterino’s, they joined Steve Dale on the Booth 46 podcast to talk about their legendary careers, how they met, and oh yeah…Mark playing his keyboard while having brain surgery. You should […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago When is a cough more than a cold? When is a cough more than a cold? Regional Medical Director at Northwestern Immediate Care Dr. Sindhu Aderson joins Steve Dale with some tips for staying healthy in 2026 and advise about how to avoid injuries or worse in cold weather.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2775407 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 18:43:53 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Regional Medical Director at Northwestern Immediate Care Dr. Sindhu Aderson joins Steve Dale with some tips for staying healthy in 2026 and advise about how to avoid injuries or worse in cold weather.WGN PlusRegional Medical Director at Northwestern Immediate Care Dr. Sindhu Aderson joins Steve Dale with some tips for staying healthy in 2026 and advise about how to avoid injuries or worse in cold weather.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago 2026 set to be incredible year for Chicago’s renowned theater scene 2026 set to be incredible year for Chicago’s renowned theater scene The Director of Marketing for The League of Chicago Theaters Alexis Davis joins Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott) to preview a wonderful 2026 ahead for theater in Chicago and some of the highlights from 2025.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2775402 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 18:31:57 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)The Director of Marketing for The League of Chicago Theaters Alexis Davis joins Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott) to preview a wonderful 2026 ahead for theater in Chicago and some of the highlights from 2025.WGN PlusThe Director of Marketing for The League of Chicago Theaters Alexis Davis joins Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott) to preview a wonderful 2026 ahead for theater in Chicago and some of the highlights from 2025.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago ‘Do things for the whole city, not just yourself’ hopes 32nd Ward Ald. Waguespack for Mayor in ’26 ‘Do things for the whole city, not just yourself’ hopes 32nd Ward Ald. Waguespack for Mayor in ’26 Ald. Scott Waguespack offers up some resolutions for Chicago and its mayor in his discussion with Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott). The 32nd Ward alderman also talks about his want for better a working relationship between Mayor Brandon Johnson and the City Council in 2026.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2775394 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 18:14:21 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Ald. Scott Waguespack offers up some resolutions for Chicago and its mayor in his discussion with Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott). The 32nd Ward alderman also talks about his want for better a working relationship between Mayor Brandon Johnson and the City Council in 2026.WGN PlusAld. Scott Waguespack offers up some resolutions for Chicago and its mayor in his discussion with Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott). The 32nd Ward alderman also talks about his want for better a working relationship between Mayor Brandon Johnson and the City Council in 2026.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson offers up some New Year’s resolutions for the City Council Mayor Brandon Johnson offers up some New Year’s resolutions for the City Council Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss what he is looking forward to 2026 and how he hopes to work with the City Council to better the city. The Mayor also offers up some New Year’s resolutions for himself and the city’s alders.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2775385 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 18:00:42 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss what he is looking forward to 2026 and how he hopes to work with the City Council to better the city. The Mayor also offers up some New Year’s resolutions for himself and the city’s alders.WGN PlusChicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss what he is looking forward to 2026 and how he hopes to work with the City Council to better the city. The Mayor also offers up some New Year’s resolutions for himself and the city’s alders.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Geoffrey Mark talks about being there when John Lennon was killed Geoffrey Mark talks about being there when John Lennon was killed Emmy Award-winning writer and author Geoffrey Mark joins Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about his experience witnessing the assassination of John Lennon and how Lennon’s son consoled over the guilt he endured and the helplessness he felt in that frightening moment. Steve and Mr. Mark also talks about his friendship with Rob Reiner and Geoffrey’s own struggles with sobriety as a young man, much like Reiner’s son, Nick.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2775324 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 17:48:57 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Emmy Award-winning writer and author Geoffrey Mark joins Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about his experience witnessing the assassination of John Lennon and how Lennon’s son consoled over the guilt he endured and the helplessness he felt in that frightening moment. Steve and Mr. Mark also talks about his friendship with Rob […]WGN PlusEmmy Award-winning writer and author Geoffrey Mark joins Steve Dale (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about his experience witnessing the assassination of John Lennon and how Lennon’s son consoled over the guilt he endured and the helplessness he felt in that frightening moment. Steve and Mr. Mark also talks about his friendship with Rob […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Booth 46: Episode 11 – Hilarity and mayhem ensue with Drunk Shakespeare Booth 46: Episode 11 – Hilarity and mayhem ensue with Drunk Shakespeare Set in a hidden library speakeasy at The Lion Theatre, in the heart of the Chicago Loop (182 N. Wabash Ave.), five Shakespeare-loving actors meet to perform one of their favorite shows…and one of them takes several shots right off the top.

From Petterino’s in Chicago, Steve Dale is joined by actors Mo Reilly and Benjamin Jenkins on the Booth 46 Podcast to talk about ‘Drunk Shakespeare’. They talk about how the show is performed (from their own memory), their improv and Shakespearean backgrounds, the Chicago audience, making Shakespeare relevant to today and accessible to all, and much more.

Subscribe to Booth 46 on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts so that you don’t miss an episode. If you love what you’re hearing and feel compelled to post about it on social media, please use the hashtag #Booth46. You can also follow Petterino’s on Facebook and Instagram for more from the actual Booth 46.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2768090 Fri, 19 Dec 2025 02:00:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Set in a hidden library speakeasy at The Lion Theatre, in the heart of the Chicago Loop (182 N. Wabash Ave.), five Shakespeare-loving actors meet to perform one of their favorite shows…and one of them takes several shots right off the top. From Petterino’s in Chicago, Steve Dale is joined by actors Mo Reilly and Benjamin […]WGN PlusSet in a hidden library speakeasy at The Lion Theatre, in the heart of the Chicago Loop (182 N. Wabash Ave.), five Shakespeare-loving actors meet to perform one of their favorite shows…and one of them takes several shots right off the top. From Petterino’s in Chicago, Steve Dale is joined by actors Mo Reilly and Benjamin […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Charlie Roumeliotis gives his takes on this Chicago Blackhawks season Charlie Roumeliotis gives his takes on this Chicago Blackhawks season We’re talking Blackhawks! Steve Dale suggests that the Chicago Blackhawks are exceeding expectations made by most. Does WGN Radio’s own Charlie Roumeliotis agree? Charlie joins Steve to offer an overview of the season so far. 

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2757136 Sun, 07 Dec 2025 20:15:50 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)We’re talking Blackhawks! Steve Dale suggests that the Chicago Blackhawks are exceeding expectations made by most. Does WGN Radio’s own Charlie Roumeliotis agree? Charlie joins Steve to offer an overview of the season so far. WGN PlusWe’re talking Blackhawks! Steve Dale suggests that the Chicago Blackhawks are exceeding expectations made by most. Does WGN Radio’s own Charlie Roumeliotis agree? Charlie joins Steve to offer an overview of the season so far. Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago New Year’s Eve celebrations in Chicago New Year’s Eve celebrations in Chicago For eight consecutive years, Chicago has been chosen as the best big city in the U.S. Joining Steve Dale, Isaac Reichman from Choose Chicago offers details on how the City is celebrating. Plus, tips on what you might do to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s in the city, from fireworks, parties, dinners, and more!

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2757133 Sun, 07 Dec 2025 20:13:50 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)For eight consecutive years, Chicago has been chosen as the best big city in the U.S. Joining Steve Dale, Isaac Reichman from Choose Chicago offers details on how the City is celebrating. Plus, tips on what you might do to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s in the city, from fireworks, parties, dinners, and more!WGN PlusFor eight consecutive years, Chicago has been chosen as the best big city in the U.S. Joining Steve Dale, Isaac Reichman from Choose Chicago offers details on how the City is celebrating. Plus, tips on what you might do to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s in the city, from fireworks, parties, dinners, and more!Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The Great American Dog Show returns to Tinley Park in January The Great American Dog Show returns to Tinley Park in January Scott Pfiel, President of the International Kennel Club of Chicago’s Great American Dog Show, joins Steve Dale to talk about the big dog show coming to the Tinley Park Convention Center in January. Plus, the two also discuss the cat show that’s coming with it. To get tickets, visit greatamericandogshow.com.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2757116 Sun, 07 Dec 2025 20:11:17 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Scott Pfiel, President of the International Kennel Club of Chicago’s Great American Dog Show, joins Steve Dale to talk about the big dog show coming to the Tinley Park Convention Center in January. Plus, the two also discuss the cat show that’s coming with it. To get tickets, visit greatamericandogshow.com.WGN PlusScott Pfiel, President of the International Kennel Club of Chicago’s Great American Dog Show, joins Steve Dale to talk about the big dog show coming to the Tinley Park Convention Center in January. Plus, the two also discuss the cat show that’s coming with it. To get tickets, visit greatamericandogshow.com.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago League of Chicago Theatres announce their half-price holiday specials League of Chicago Theatres announce their half-price holiday specials Alexis Davis, Marketing Director for the League of Chicago Theatres, joins Steve Dale to announce their half-price holiday specials, which kick off now and run through December 15. You can see about 50 productions around the Chicago area for half price. For more information on all productions on sale, visit: hottix.org/special-offer-half-price-holidays.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2757109 Sun, 07 Dec 2025 20:08:26 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Alexis Davis, Marketing Director for the League of Chicago Theatres, joins Steve Dale to announce their half-price holiday specials, which kick off now and run through December 15. You can see about 50 productions around the Chicago area for half price. For more information on all productions on sale, visit: hottix.org/special-offer-half-price-holidays.WGN PlusAlexis Davis, Marketing Director for the League of Chicago Theatres, joins Steve Dale to announce their half-price holiday specials, which kick off now and run through December 15. You can see about 50 productions around the Chicago area for half price. For more information on all productions on sale, visit: hottix.org/special-offer-half-price-holidays.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Booth 46: Episode 10 – World Business Chicago and Choose Chicago show you what the Windy City is all about Booth 46: Episode 10 – World Business Chicago and Choose Chicago show you what the Windy City is all about When you hear “Chicago”, what comes to mind first?

From the heart of Chicago at Petterino’s, Steve Dale is joined by World Business Chicago President/CEO Philip B. Clement and Choose Chicago President/CEO Kristen Reynolds on the Booth 46 Podcast. While both organizations are different and serve separate purposes, they both represent Chicago and show those outside the city, state and country what makes it one of the greatest places in the world. Listen to the podcast to learn more about World Business Chicago and Choose Chicago, what Philip and Kristen love about the city they promote, and much more!

As you listen to ‘Booth 46’ live from Petterino’s, and overhear the clanking of glasses, conversations from other booths, forks hitting plates and more, swipe through the photos below from the Episode 10 podcast recording to feel even more like you’re there.

  • Choose Chicago President/CEO Kristen Reynolds and World Business Chicago President/CEO Philip B. Clement with Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Julia McGuire / WGN Radio
  • Choose Chicago President/CEO Kristen Reynolds and World Business Chicago President/CEO Philip B. Clement with Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Julia McGuire / WGN Radio
  • Choose Chicago President/CEO Kristen Reynolds and World Business Chicago President/CEO Philip B. Clement with Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Julia McGuire / WGN Radio
  • Choose Chicago President/CEO Kristen Reynolds and World Business Chicago President/CEO Philip B. Clement with Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Julia McGuire / WGN Radio
  • Choose Chicago President/CEO Kristen Reynolds and World Business Chicago President/CEO Philip B. Clement with Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterino’s. Photo by Julia McGuire / WGN Radio

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2755269 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 02:00:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)When you hear “Chicago”, what comes to mind first? From the heart of Chicago at Petterino’s, Steve Dale is joined by World Business Chicago President/CEO Philip B. Clement and Choose Chicago President/CEO Kristen Reynolds on the Booth 46 Podcast. While both organizations are different and serve separate purposes, they both represent Chicago and show those […]WGN PlusWhen you hear “Chicago”, what comes to mind first? From the heart of Chicago at Petterino’s, Steve Dale is joined by World Business Chicago President/CEO Philip B. Clement and Choose Chicago President/CEO Kristen Reynolds on the Booth 46 Podcast. While both organizations are different and serve separate purposes, they both represent Chicago and show those […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago A Very Dandy Holiday pop-up bar returns for a 4th year A Very Dandy Holiday pop-up bar returns for a 4th year Chaz Allen, Bar Manager at The Dandy Crown, joins Steve Dale to talk about their pop-up bar! The two talk about custom drinks, a dog-friendly patio, and special holiday events. For more information on A Very Dandy Holiday, visit: www.thedandycrown.com

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2750883 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:37:09 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Chaz Allen, Bar Manager at The Dandy Crown, joins Steve Dale to talk about their pop-up bar! The two talk about custom drinks, a dog-friendly patio, and special holiday events. For more information on A Very Dandy Holiday, visit: www.thedandycrown.comWGN PlusChaz Allen, Bar Manager at The Dandy Crown, joins Steve Dale to talk about their pop-up bar! The two talk about custom drinks, a dog-friendly patio, and special holiday events. For more information on A Very Dandy Holiday, visit: www.thedandycrown.comSteve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Stay warm on the Chicago River with heated boats Stay warm on the Chicago River with heated boats A Heated Duffy Boat will keep you warm on the Chicago River, and if you want to go the extra mile, get a hot tub boat! Ron Silvia of Chicago Boat Company joins Steve Dale to talk about adding boats to their operation, the temperature of the boats and hot tubs, and how you can get on a ride.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2750872 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:32:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)A Heated Duffy Boat will keep you warm on the Chicago River, and if you want to go the extra mile, get a hot tub boat! Ron Silvia of Chicago Boat Company joins Steve Dale to talk about adding boats to their operation, the temperature of the boats and hot tubs, and how you can […]WGN PlusA Heated Duffy Boat will keep you warm on the Chicago River, and if you want to go the extra mile, get a hot tub boat! Ron Silvia of Chicago Boat Company joins Steve Dale to talk about adding boats to their operation, the temperature of the boats and hot tubs, and how you can […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Get into the holiday spirit with A Christmas Carol at the Goodman Theater Get into the holiday spirit with A Christmas Carol at the Goodman Theater Classically trained actor Chike Johnson joins the classic story of A Christmas Carol as Ebenezer Scrooge. He joins Steve Dale to talk about how he gets into character, the history of the story, and more! For information on the play and ticket prices, visit: www.goodmantheatre.org/show/a-christmas-carol/

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2750853 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:24:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Classically trained actor Chike Johnson joins the classic story of A Christmas Carol as Ebenezer Scrooge. He joins Steve Dale to talk about how he gets into character, the history of the story, and more! For information on the play and ticket prices, visit: www.goodmantheatre.org/show/a-christmas-carol/WGN PlusClassically trained actor Chike Johnson joins the classic story of A Christmas Carol as Ebenezer Scrooge. He joins Steve Dale to talk about how he gets into character, the history of the story, and more! For information on the play and ticket prices, visit: www.goodmantheatre.org/show/a-christmas-carol/Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Elf The Musical hits the stage of the Auditorium Theatre Elf The Musical hits the stage of the Auditorium Theatre From subscription seller to joining the cast of Elf The Musical, Patrick Johnson joins Steve Dale to talk about his journey to center stage. The show will be at the Auditorium Theater from December 2nd to December 14th. For more information about the show, visit www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/elf-the-musical/

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2750848 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:10:19 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)From subscription seller to joining the cast of Elf The Musical, Patrick Johnson joins Steve Dale to talk about his journey to center stage. The show will be at the Auditorium Theater from December 2nd to December 14th. For more information about the show, visit www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/elf-the-musical/WGN PlusFrom subscription seller to joining the cast of Elf The Musical, Patrick Johnson joins Steve Dale to talk about his journey to center stage. The show will be at the Auditorium Theater from December 2nd to December 14th. For more information about the show, visit www.broadwayinchicago.com/shows/elf-the-musical/Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago National Dog Show Host John O’Hurley joins Steve Dale to talk all things dogs National Dog Show Host John O’Hurley joins Steve Dale to talk all things dogs John O’Hurley, National Dog Show Host and actor joined Steve Dale on the show to preview the upcoming “The National Dog Show,” airing on Thanksgiving following the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2743127 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)John O’Hurley, National Dog Show Host and actor joined Steve Dale on the show to preview the upcoming “The National Dog Show,” airing on Thanksgiving following the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.WGN PlusJohn O’Hurley, National Dog Show Host and actor joined Steve Dale on the show to preview the upcoming “The National Dog Show,” airing on Thanksgiving following the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The Neil Diamond Musical: Beautiful Noise is in Chicago through November 30th The Neil Diamond Musical: Beautiful Noise is in Chicago through November 30th Tony Award nominated actor and one of the stars of ‘Beautiful Noise’, Robert Westenberg, joins Steve Dale on the show to share some ‘beautiful noise’ of his own. Listen in while Robert shares what makes this Neil Diamond Musical a must-see that features some of your favorite tunes such as “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” and “Sweet Caroline,” and so many more. Be sure to catch Robert as modern day Neil in Beautiful Noise at the Cadillac Palace Theatre between now and November 30th.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2741911 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Tony Award nominated actor and one of the stars of ‘Beautiful Noise’, Robert Westenberg, joins Steve Dale on the show to share some ‘beautiful noise’ of his own. Listen in while Robert shares what makes this Neil Diamond Musical a must-see that features some of your favorite tunes such as “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” […]WGN PlusTony Award nominated actor and one of the stars of ‘Beautiful Noise’, Robert Westenberg, joins Steve Dale on the show to share some ‘beautiful noise’ of his own. Listen in while Robert shares what makes this Neil Diamond Musical a must-see that features some of your favorite tunes such as “America,” “Forever in Blue Jeans,” […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Booth 46: Episode 9 – Ebenezer Scrooge (Chiké Johnson) and Santa Claus (Al Bresloff) Booth 46: Episode 9 – Ebenezer Scrooge (Chiké Johnson) and Santa Claus (Al Bresloff) Does Santa Claus use GPS? What has Scrooge learned from the three ghosts? Who would win in a fight between the two?

These are actual questions that are asked and answered on the latest episode of The Booth 46 Podcast, as Steve Dale is visited (and joined) by actor Chiké Johnson and theatre writer/reviewer Alan Bresloff for a fun conversation at Petterino’s. Chiké plays Ebenezer Scrooge, not just on this podcast but also at The Goodman Theatre in this year’s production of A Christmas Carol. And on his best behavior, Al is dressed as Santa Claus, but you can also read his work on AroundTheTownChicago.com.

As you listen to ‘Booth 46’ live from Petterino’s, and overhear the clanking of glasses, conversations from other booths, forks hitting plates and more, swipe through the photos below from the Episode 9 podcast recording to feel even more like you’re there.

  • Here comes Santa Claus…Photo by Julia McGuire / WGN Radio
  • Steve Dale, in a Santa and Scrooge Sandwich. Photo by Julia McGuire / WGN Radio
  • Joining Steve Dale in Booth 46, Chiké Johnson (Scrooge) and Al Bresloff (Santa). Photo by Julia McGuire / WGN Radio
  • Joining Steve Dale in Booth 46, Chiké Johnson (Scrooge) and Al Bresloff (Santa). Photo by Julia McGuire / WGN Radio
  • Joining Steve Dale in Booth 46, Chiké Johnson (Scrooge) and Al Bresloff (Santa). Photo by Julia McGuire / WGN Radio
  • Joining Steve Dale in Booth 46, Chiké Johnson (Scrooge) and Al Bresloff (Santa). Photo by Julia McGuire / WGN Radio

Subscribe to Booth 46 on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts so that you don’t miss an episode. If you love what you’re hearing and feel compelled to post about it on social media, please use the hashtag #Booth46. You can also follow Petterino’s on Facebook and Instagram for more from the actual Booth 46.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2743224 Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:30:46 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Does Santa Claus use GPS? What has Scrooge learned from the three ghosts? Who would win in a fight between the two? These are actual questions that are asked and answered on the latest episode of The Booth 46 Podcast, as Steve Dale is visited (and joined) by actor Chiké Johnson and theatre writer/reviewer Alan […]WGN PlusDoes Santa Claus use GPS? What has Scrooge learned from the three ghosts? Who would win in a fight between the two? These are actual questions that are asked and answered on the latest episode of The Booth 46 Podcast, as Steve Dale is visited (and joined) by actor Chiké Johnson and theatre writer/reviewer Alan […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Catch the Alicia Keys musical ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ in Chicago through the end of November Catch the Alicia Keys musical ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ in Chicago through the end of November WGN Radio’s Steve Dale is joined by two of the stars of the Chicago tour cast of Hell’s Kitchen, Jaylen T. Bryant and Rashada Dawan. Listen in while Steve, Jaylen and Rashada share what makes this show a must-see before it leaves Chicago after November 30th.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2741884 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)WGN Radio’s Steve Dale is joined by two of the stars of the Chicago tour cast of Hell’s Kitchen, Jaylen T. Bryant and Rashada Dawan. Listen in while Steve, Jaylen and Rashada share what makes this show a must-see before it leaves Chicago after November 30th.WGN PlusWGN Radio’s Steve Dale is joined by two of the stars of the Chicago tour cast of Hell’s Kitchen, Jaylen T. Bryant and Rashada Dawan. Listen in while Steve, Jaylen and Rashada share what makes this show a must-see before it leaves Chicago after November 30th.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Booth 46: Episode 8 – WGN Radio’s David Plier and actor Francis Guinan Booth 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 production of ‘Ashland Avenue’ with Jenna Fischer. Listen to the full episode below:

As you listen to ‘Booth 46’ live from Petterino’s, and overhear the clanking of glasses, conversations from other booths, forks hitting plates and more, swipe through the photos below from the Episode 8 podcast recording to feel even more like you’re there.

  • WGN Radio’s David Plier and actor Francis Guinan with Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterion’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • WGN Radio’s David Plier and actor Francis Guinan with Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterion’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • WGN Radio’s David Plier and actor Francis Guinan with Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterion’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • WGN Radio’s David Plier and actor Francis Guinan with Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterion’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • WGN Radio’s David Plier and actor Francis Guinan with Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterion’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • WGN Radio’s David Plier and actor Francis Guinan with Steve Dale in Booth 46 at Petterion’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2730570 Fri, 07 Nov 2025 11:45:33 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)*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 […]WGN Plus*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 […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The Museum of Broadcast Communications welcomes the Evolution of Late Night Television and Johnny Carson The Museum of Broadcast Communications welcomes the Evolution of Late Night Television and Johnny Carson WGN Radio’s own David Plier, president of the Museum of Broadcast Communications, joins Steve Dale to chat about their exhibit celebrating Johnny Carson’s 100th birthday. Plus, what the king of late night was really like, and how his approach differs from today’s hosts. The new Museum location is 440 W. Randolph St.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2725945 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 21:52:31 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)WGN Radio’s own David Plier, president of the Museum of Broadcast Communications, joins Steve Dale to chat about their exhibit celebrating Johnny Carson’s 100th birthday. Plus, what the king of late night was really like, and how his approach differs from today’s hosts. The new Museum location is 440 W. Randolph St.WGN PlusWGN Radio’s own David Plier, president of the Museum of Broadcast Communications, joins Steve Dale to chat about their exhibit celebrating Johnny Carson’s 100th birthday. Plus, what the king of late night was really like, and how his approach differs from today’s hosts. The new Museum location is 440 W. Randolph St.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Alderperson Jessie Fuentes on Mayor Johnson’s proposed budget and ICE in Chicago Alderperson Jessie Fuentes on Mayor Johnson’s proposed budget and ICE in Chicago 26th Ward Ald. Jessie Fuentes joins Steve Dale to talk about being handcuffed by ICE agents while checking up on a constituent whom they had chased down. Steve also asks Jessie’s views on Mayor Johnson’s proposed budget and the solution to the CTA budget cliff.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2725937 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 21:47:52 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)26th Ward Ald. Jessie Fuentes joins Steve Dale to talk about being handcuffed by ICE agents while checking up on a constituent whom they had chased down. Steve also asks Jessie’s views on Mayor Johnson’s proposed budget and the solution to the CTA budget cliff.WGN Plus26th Ward Ald. Jessie Fuentes joins Steve Dale to talk about being handcuffed by ICE agents while checking up on a constituent whom they had chased down. Steve also asks Jessie’s views on Mayor Johnson’s proposed budget and the solution to the CTA budget cliff.Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago The Sara Janz ‘Take Your Shot’ Memorial Scholarship sees its first recipient The Sara Janz ‘Take Your Shot’ Memorial Scholarship sees its first recipient Roz Varon, legendary WLS-TV traffic reporter, and Edward Janz, father of Sara Janz, join Steve Dale to discuss the scholarship they established in memory of their late daughter, Sara. Roz shares the story behind the Sara Janz ‘Take Your Shot’ Memorial Scholarship via the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Chicago/Midwest Chapter. And, they shared Sara’s vision in media and how the scholarship will allow recipients to take their shot in the business.

To donate to the scholarship for future students, visit: NATAS Chicago Foundation

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2725929 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 21:39:09 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)Roz Varon, legendary WLS-TV traffic reporter, and Edward Janz, father of Sara Janz, join Steve Dale to discuss the scholarship they established in memory of their late daughter, Sara. Roz shares the story behind the Sara Janz ‘Take Your Shot’ Memorial Scholarship via the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Chicago/Midwest Chapter. And, they shared […]WGN PlusRoz Varon, legendary WLS-TV traffic reporter, and Edward Janz, father of Sara Janz, join Steve Dale to discuss the scholarship they established in memory of their late daughter, Sara. Roz shares the story behind the Sara Janz ‘Take Your Shot’ Memorial Scholarship via the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Chicago/Midwest Chapter. And, they shared […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Love, chaos, and dinner at Teatro ZinZanni Love, chaos, and dinner at Teatro ZinZanni We welcome Teatro ZinZanni into the WGN Radio studios. Golden Buzzer winner on America’s Got Talent, Liv Warfield, along with actor, writer, and director Joe De Paul, join Steve Dale to talk about their latest show. Liv talks about the community and the energy created by the audience at Teatro ZinZanni, and her journey as a performer. And Joe shares what people can expect from their latest show. For tickets to the show, visit zinzanni.com/chicago.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2725317 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 21:28:25 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)We welcome Teatro ZinZanni into the WGN Radio studios. Golden Buzzer winner on America’s Got Talent, Liv Warfield, along with actor, writer, and director Joe De Paul, join Steve Dale to talk about their latest show. Liv talks about the community and the energy created by the audience at Teatro ZinZanni, and her journey as […]WGN PlusWe welcome Teatro ZinZanni into the WGN Radio studios. Golden Buzzer winner on America’s Got Talent, Liv Warfield, along with actor, writer, and director Joe De Paul, join Steve Dale to talk about their latest show. Liv talks about the community and the energy created by the audience at Teatro ZinZanni, and her journey as […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Insurance regulations are now stopping a man with rare disease from getting the one drug saving his life: Ryan Becker’s story Insurance regulations are now stopping a man with rare disease from getting the one drug saving his life: Ryan Becker’s story “It looks like I’m going to die.”- Ryan Becker is the only known person to have all three subtypes of a rare disease called Pyoderma Gangrenosum. Ryan joins Steve Dale to discuss how insurance regulations are stopping him from getting the one drug that he needs. Ryan talks about his journey through medical trials, the $11,500 cost of the medicine he needs every two weeks, and the need for change in the insurance system.

Ryan has a GoFundMe, which you can donate to here: www.gofundme.com/f/ryanandkel.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2725339 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 21:15:08 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)“It looks like I’m going to die.”- Ryan Becker is the only known person to have all three subtypes of a rare disease called Pyoderma Gangrenosum. Ryan joins Steve Dale to discuss how insurance regulations are stopping him from getting the one drug that he needs. Ryan talks about his journey through medical trials, the […]WGN Plus“It looks like I’m going to die.”- Ryan Becker is the only known person to have all three subtypes of a rare disease called Pyoderma Gangrenosum. Ryan joins Steve Dale to discuss how insurance regulations are stopping him from getting the one drug that he needs. Ryan talks about his journey through medical trials, the […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Booth 46: Episode 7 with Chicago International Film Festival programmer Sam Flancher and directors Sven Bresser and James Choi Booth 46: Episode 7 with Chicago International Film Festival programmer Sam Flancher and directors Sven Bresser and James Choi The Chicago International Film Festival, presented by non-profit 501(c)(3) organization Cinema/Chicago, is back for its 61st year!

In collaboration with Petterino’s, Steve Dale is joined by CIFF Programmer Sam Flancher and directors Sven Bresser (REEDLAND) and James Choi (Before the Call) on the Booth 46 Podcast to talk about the acclaimed festival, which will feature movies of all from around the world. They also talk about the films that influence their work, the state of the industry, big budget studio films vs. independent films, and much more!

The festival goes until Sunday, October 26th. While you listen to the episode, go to ChicagoFilmFestival.com to see what’s screening and where!

As you listen to ‘Booth 46’ live from Petterino’s, and overhear the clanking of glasses, conversations from other booths, forks hitting plates and more, swipe through the photos below from the Episode 7 podcast recording to feel even more like you’re there.

  • Steve Dale with Chicago International Film Festival progammer Sam Flancher and directors James Choi and Sven Bresser at Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Director Sven Bresser on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • The group answering Steve Dale’s question about their favorite films. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Director James Choi educating Steve Dale on the genre of Yacht Rock. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • CIFF Programmer Sam Flancher on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • In the booth at Petterino’s with Steve Dale and engineer Dan Long. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Steve Dale got some great movie recommendations from this conversation. That’s for sure. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio

Subscribe to Booth 46 on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts so that you don’t miss an episode. If you love what you’re hearing and feel compelled to post about it on social media, please use the hashtag #Booth46. You can also follow Petterino’s on Facebook and Instagram for more from the actual Booth 46.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2718103 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)The Chicago International Film Festival, presented by non-profit 501(c)(3) organization Cinema/Chicago, is back for its 61st year! In collaboration with Petterino’s, Steve Dale is joined by CIFF Programmer Sam Flancher and directors Sven Bresser (REEDLAND) and James Choi (Before the Call) on the Booth 46 Podcast to talk about the acclaimed festival, which will feature movies of […]WGN PlusThe Chicago International Film Festival, presented by non-profit 501(c)(3) organization Cinema/Chicago, is back for its 61st year! In collaboration with Petterino’s, Steve Dale is joined by CIFF Programmer Sam Flancher and directors Sven Bresser (REEDLAND) and James Choi (Before the Call) on the Booth 46 Podcast to talk about the acclaimed festival, which will feature movies of […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Booth 46: Episode 6 with ‘Raising Simba’ author Falisa Ray and recording artist Liv Warfield Booth 46: Episode 6 with ‘Raising Simba’ author Falisa Ray and recording artist Liv Warfield In collaboration with Petterino’s and from the heart of downtown Chicago, WGN Radio’s Steve Dale is joined by best-selling children’s author Falisa Ray and recording artist Liv Warfield.

Falisa’s son, Aaron, is the inspiration of her book, Raising Simba, and she talks to Steve about their journey from the Chicago projects to his landing of the lead role in Broadway’s version of The Lion King (now playing in Chicago at The Cadillac Palace Theater). Liv has worked with stars like Prince and Ann Wilson from Heart, and has made numerous national TV appearances, including Jimmy Kimmel Live and The Late Show with David Letterman. You can see her perform at Teatro ZinZanni at the Cambria Hotel.

Listen to more of Falisa and Liv’s stories in Episode 6 of The Booth 46 Podcast.

As you listen to ‘Booth 46’ live from Petterino’s, and overhear the clanking of glasses, conversations from other booths, forks hitting plates and more, swipe through the photos below from the Episode 6 podcast recording to feel even more like you’re there.

  • Liv Warfield and Falisa Ray with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Liv Warfield and Falisa Ray with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Liv Warfield and Falisa Ray with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Liv Warfield and Falisa Ray with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Liv Warfield and Falisa Ray with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Liv Warfield and Falisa Ray with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • It’s not an episode of Booth 46 without the Petterino’s peppermint ice cream. Liv Warfield and Falisa Ray with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio

Subscribe to Booth 46 on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts so that you don’t miss an episode. If you love what you’re hearing and feel compelled to post about it on social media, please use the hashtag #Booth46. You can also follow Petterino’s on Facebook and Instagram for more from the actual Booth 46.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2706041 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 04:12:06 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)In collaboration with Petterino’s and from the heart of downtown Chicago, WGN Radio’s Steve Dale is joined by best-selling children’s author Falisa Ray and recording artist Liv Warfield. Falisa’s son, Aaron, is the inspiration of her book, Raising Simba, and she talks to Steve about their journey from the Chicago projects to his landing of the lead […]WGN PlusIn collaboration with Petterino’s and from the heart of downtown Chicago, WGN Radio’s Steve Dale is joined by best-selling children’s author Falisa Ray and recording artist Liv Warfield. Falisa’s son, Aaron, is the inspiration of her book, Raising Simba, and she talks to Steve about their journey from the Chicago projects to his landing of the lead […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago Booth 46: Episode 5 – The Goodman Theatre turns 100! Booth 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 storytelling.

Listen to the full episode below as Steve, John and Susan talk about the history of The Goodman, some of its famous playwrights (like David Mamet, Arthur Miller and Studs Terkel), how essential their work is today, and much more!

As you listen to ‘Booth 46’ live from Petterino’s, and overhear the clanking of glasses, conversations from other booths, forks hitting plates and more, swipe through the photos below from the Episode 5 podcast recording to feel even more like you’re there.

  • Goodman Theatre Executive Director John Collins and Artistic Director Susan Booth with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast, live from Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Goodman Theatre Executive Director John Collins and Artistic Director Susan Booth with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast, live from Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Goodman Theatre Executive Director John Collins and Artistic Director Susan Booth with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast, live from Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Goodman Theatre Executive Director John Collins and Artistic Director Susan Booth with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast, live from Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Goodman Theatre Executive Director John Collins and Artistic Director Susan Booth with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast, live from Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Goodman Theatre Executive Director John Collins and Artistic Director Susan Booth with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast, live from Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio
  • Goodman Theatre Executive Director John Collins and Artistic Director Susan Booth with Steve Dale on the Booth 46 Podcast, live from Petterino’s. Photo by Michael Piff / WGN Radio

Follow the Goodman Theatre on Facebook and Instagram. And see what else is coming to Broadway In Chicago at broadwayinchicago.com.

Subscribe to Booth 46 on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts so that you don’t miss an episode. If you love what you’re hearing and feel compelled to post about it on social media, please use the hashtag #Booth46. You can also follow Petterino’s on Facebook and Instagram for more from the actual Booth 46.

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]]> https://wgnradio.com/?p=2692137 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0000 false dmarzullo@wgnradio.com (WGN Plus)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 […]WGN PlusIt’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 […]Steve,Dale,Other,World,WGN,Plus,Radio,Chicago