Episode 106: The Arts, Gospel, Thanksgiving, & Dance

Episode 106: The Arts, Gospel, Thanksgiving, & Dance

May 31, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of Show & Tell: Another round of show-stopping, exciting guests. First up, Jacob Harvey plans your next Friday for you: Chicago’s historic Fine Arts building is hosting Second Free Fridays once again! Their open studios feature art, opera, puppetry and more. After that, Chicago singer and bandleader Lucy Smith dazzles us with…

Get in Gear with Parker Kligerman on the Steve Cochran Show

Get in Gear with Parker Kligerman on the Steve Cochran Show

May 30, 2024 | mirandaellis

No. 48 Chevrolet Camaro for Big Machine Racing & Pit Reporter for NASCAR on NBC Parker Kligerman joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into how he tricks himself into working out, what drove him to race for Big Machine Racing, and his excitement for this year’s NASCAR Street Race.

PM Chicago (5/29) – A Hectic Night in Springfield + a Potential Path for Pritzker

PM Chicago (5/29) – A Hectic Night in Springfield + a Potential Path for Pritzker

May 29, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago with Bret Gogoel: Jerry Nowicki, Editor-in-Chief of Capitol News Illinois, recaps a very hectic day (and night) in Springfield as the legislature worked on the budget. Jonathan Bregman brings us an interview with Illinois Holocaust Museum Curator  Arielle Weininger about their new Kindertransport exhibit. Plus, Edward “Ted” McClelland shares…

The Closing Bell (5/29) – Delays in Save-A-Lot Openings + A Scientific Reason for Bad Dreams

The Closing Bell (5/29) – Delays in Save-A-Lot Openings + A Scientific Reason for Bad Dreams

May 29, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: the Chicago Sun-times’ Mariah Rush joins the show to discuss the delays in opening Save-A-Lot stores around the city. Bret shares an analysis on restaurants leaning into limited time offerings and which offerings appeal most to different generations. Plus, there could be a simple, scientific…

Abortion providers in Indiana want to expand abortion access

Abortion providers in Indiana want to expand abortion access

May 29, 2024 | kgordon

Abortion providers are asking an Indiana trial judge this week to broaden access to abortions under the state’s near-total ban. Indiana law allows for abortion in rare circumstances, including when the health or life of the woman is at risk, but only at a hospital. Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers are asking a Monroe…

Nations Unite to Recognize Palestinian State Amid Ongoing Israel-Hamas War

Nations Unite to Recognize Palestinian State Amid Ongoing Israel-Hamas War

May 29, 2024 | mirandaellis

University of Illinois International Relations Professor Nicholas Grossman joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the global movement some countries are starting to recognize a Palestinian state, the international pressure on Israel due to Hamas’ “human shield” tactics, and the United States’ role in the Israel-Hamas conflict.

PM Chicago (5/28) – Bus Rides During the DNC + Johnson’s Summer Safety Plan

PM Chicago (5/28) – Bus Rides During the DNC + Johnson’s Summer Safety Plan

May 28, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago with Bret Gogoel: the Chicago Tribune’s Sarah Freishtat joins the show to discuss the CTA’s DNC busing plans and how they could affect regular bus service. Ret. Chief Tom Weitzel analyzes Mayor Johnson’s summer safety plan. Plus, an update on the Illinois budget, and some good news for baseball…

History will be made in Park Ridge next month

History will be made in Park Ridge next month

May 28, 2024 | kgordon

Park Ridge will hold its first Pride festival June 20th from 6 to 9 near Prospect and Second Avenues. Mayor Marty Maloney is expected to issue a proclamation for the city and State Representative Greg Harris who is openly gay will speak. The event will also feature music, food, a run and games for the…

Episode 105: Garfield, Golden Girls, and Art Thieves

Episode 105: Garfield, Golden Girls, and Art Thieves

May 25, 2024 | rwoodall

First up, Andrea chats with Academy Award nominee and writer of “The Garfield Movie” and “Finding Nemo,” the great David Reynolds! He shares his process of bringing our favorite grumpy cat to an entirely new generation. After that, a special conversation from the morning show with two actors bringing iconic sitcom stars to the stage.…

PM Chicago (5/24) – David Greising on ShotSpotter + Andrea Darlas talks Garfield

PM Chicago (5/24) – David Greising on ShotSpotter + Andrea Darlas talks Garfield

May 24, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago with Bret Gogoel: Andrea Darlas, Host of Show & Tell, previews this week’s episode featuring Garfield, Golden Girls, and art thieves. David Greising, President and CEO of the Better Government Association, shares his thoughts on the ShotSpotter debate happening in City Council. Plus, Nick Gale shares a piece about…

Chicago’s airports extra busy for the official start of summer

Chicago’s airports extra busy for the official start of summer

May 24, 2024 | kgordon

Over 1.67 million passengers are expected to travel through O’hare and Midway through Tuesday. Airlines are predicting an 8.6 percent increase in travel compared to last year. O’Hare is expected to see a 10 percent increase over last year and a 3.1 percent increase at Midway. Today is expected to be the busiest day at…

Healing Hearts: Operation Purple Heart Reuniting Heroes with Their Lost Medals

Healing Hearts: Operation Purple Heart Reuniting Heroes with Their Lost Medals

May 24, 2024 | mirandaellis

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs joins Andrea Darlas on the Steve Cochran Show to share captivating stories about Operation Purple Heart. He’ll talk about the significance of this initiative, how they locate unclaimed Purple Hearts, and the heartwarming moments when these medals are reunited with deserving families.

PM Chicago (5/23) – A Final Look at the End of Session + the Cicada Season Has Begun

PM Chicago (5/23) – A Final Look at the End of Session + the Cicada Season Has Begun

May 23, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago with Bret Gogoel: Greg Bishop, Associate Editor for The Center Square and @BishopOnAir, joins from Springfield to give us a final look at the end of session. Kim Gordon speaks with Joel Reiser, Organizer of the “Illinois Cicada Watch” Facebook page, about the cicada craze. Plus, more arguments over…

Illinois among several states suing Live Nation over high ticket prices

Illinois among several states suing Live Nation over high ticket prices

May 23, 2024 | kgordon

The Justice Department has filed a sweeping antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation Entertainment, accusing them of running an illegal monopoly over live events in America and driving up prices for fans. The lawsuit was filed Thursday in New York and was brought with 30 state and district attorneys general. The suit…

TV Screens to Broadway Scenes: ‘Golden Girls: The Laughs’ Takes Chicago by Storm

TV Screens to Broadway Scenes: ‘Golden Girls: The Laughs’ Takes Chicago by Storm

May 23, 2024 | mirandaellis

Tune in to the Steve Cochran Show for a special chat with Vince Kelley, portraying Blanche, and Christopher Kamm, embodying Sophia, from Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue. They delve into the transformation process of embodying these iconic characters, why the show remains a generational phenomenon, and what they hope audiences will take away from the…

WLS 100: Garry Meier

WLS 100: Garry Meier

May 23, 2024 | mirandaellis

The WLS’ 100th anniversary celebration continues with the iconic Chicago radio veteran Garry Meier on the Steve Cochran Show. They delve into everything that’s going wrong in Chicago politics, why travelers are always caught off guard by heavy Memorial Day traffic, and Garry’s most cherished moments at WLS AM.