The Chicago Tomato Man Bob Zeni joins the Steve Cochran Show to chat about the launch of his virtual heirloom plant sale, debunking the myth that you need to talk to your plants, and he shares the most unusual tomato flavors he has ever encountered.
On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with the Chicago Tribune’s LaMond Pope, who gives us a White Sox season preview ahead of tomorrow’s home opener. Dick Simpson, renowned political scholar, joins the program to speak about editing the book, “Chicago’s Modern Mayors: From Harold Washington to Lori Lightfoot.” Plus, the CTU is…
On this edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: Mike Dobuski, ABC News Technology Reporter, discusses the New York international auto show and who took home top honors. Then, Robert Finkel, Founder and Rootmaster of Forbidden Root Brewing, joins Bret in studio for a local business spotlight on their creative brewing and their outreach.…
Naperville was voted the best city to live in in America, that’s according to Niche an on line date base. The company based their list on data from the U.S. Census, Bureau of Labor Statistics, the CDC and resident reviews. The suburb also ranked as the best city to raise a family in, and the…
If you’ve ever wondered what the Greek court was like you should check out the latest installment of National Hellenic Museum’s Trial Series Trial of Pericles on Wednesday, April 17, 7:00 PM, at the Harris Theater. The Steve Cochran Show was joined by esteemed guests who will play pivotal roles in replicating this historical event:…
Get ready for an electrifying showdown as the Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball team squares off against the Iowa State Cyclones in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 tomorrow at 9:10 PM! 1989 Illinois Mr. Basketball Deon Thomas joins the Steve Cochran Show to recap of all the March Madness mayhem.
Junior MLB Analyst Jack Taylor hops on the Steve Cochran Show to talk about the potential challenges that the White Sox might face, his all-time baseball hero, and the ultimate recipe for a mouth-watering hot dog.
On this episode of PM Chicago with Bret Gogoel: Chicago journalist Steve Hendershot joins the show to share his thoughts on how the DNC gives the city a chance to shine (or fail) in the national spotlight. Kim Gordon sits down with Ian Leong, a sixth grader from Vernon Hills who recently won the Regional…
On this edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: Steve Bernas from the BBB is back for his weekly visit, this time discussing baseball and concert ticket scams and the solar eclipse. ABC’s Derricke Dennis joins the show live from Baltimore with the latest on the Key Bridge collapse. Plus, Megan McArdle, Washington Post…
McDonald’s is adding Krispy Kreme donuts to its McCafe. The company will sell original glazed, chocolate iced with sprinkles and chocolate iced “kreme” filled- donuts . Donuts will go on sale at McDonald’s later this year.Some research suggests brand partnerships open possibilities for new customers, but can also be a risky move, creating communication hurdles…
Laura Dellis makes a triumphant comeback on the Steve Cochran Show, bringing with her the buzz about the latest installment of her hit production, ‘Halfway to Fifty 2’. At just 26 years old, she brings a wealth of experience to the stage, ready to entertain audiences with stories of young adulthood, infused with her signature…
Kaplan Law Firm’s Rae Kaplan joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss President Biden’s move to slash nearly 6 billion dollars in student debt, the source of the forgiveness funds, and whether there will be any further loan forgiveness before the upcoming election.
Medical expert Dr. Kevin Most joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss how long can you take medicine after the expiration date, how often you should be hitting the gym for optimal fitness results, and the recent increase in medical screenings following Princess Kate’s announcement about her cancer diagnosis.
Meteorologist Paul Douglas joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the mystery behind Illinois’ mild winter, whether the mild winter forecasts a hotter summer, and if Chicago should brace itself for potential tornado activity.
Full Throttle Newsletter’s David Kerley joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun’s resignation amid safety controversies, where Boeing may have fallen short, and ponder whether the company can rebound from the safety concerns.
On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with political consultant Frank Calabrese about the historically close State’s Attorney race update. Chief Tom Weitzel, Ret., from Riverside joins the show to discuss police-involved shootings and the investigative process. Plus, Nic Strohmayer & Lisa Gavin join us to preview the Des Plaines Children’s Museum as…
On this edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: Mark Denzler, President & CEO of the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association, joins the show to talk about the Carbon Capture and Storage effort and more. In a local business spotlight, Lawrence Kreymer from Chicago Waffles joins us in the studio to celebrate International Waffle Day. Plus,…
The Democratic primary race for Cook County State’s Attorney remains too early to call as of Sunday evening, after Clayton Harris III cut Eileen O’Neill Burke’s lead to slightly more than 2,000 votes out of 516,875 ballots counted – a margin of 0.39 percentage points.Harris has closed the gap significantly over the past several days…
Michael O’Hanlon, senior fellow and director of research in Foreign Policy at the Brookings Institution, joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the significance of a United Nations resolution, why China and Russia would block the resolution, and they contemplate Ukraine’s ability to sustain its fight for independence.
10th District Cook County Commissioner Bridget Gainer joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the recent revelation of over ten thousand ballots being “mistakenly left out” of the unofficial vote count in Chicago, the public’s expectations of political leaders, and the reasons behind the failure of the ‘Bring Home Chicago’ referendum.
On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Crain’s Chicago’s Leigh Giangreco about Rich Guidice’s departure from the Johnson administration. Bill Cameron, WLS City Hall Reporter Emeritus & Host of Take 1, joins the show to preview this weekend’s show. Plus, the State’s Attorney race has only tightened, and March Madness has begun.
On this edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: the Chicago Tribune’s Robert Channick discusses the business of March Madness and sports betting in Chicago and beyond. Marc Berkman, CEO of the Organization for Social Media Safety, shares the details on a bill that is aimed to keep kids safe on social media. Plus,…
On this episode of Show and Tell with Andrea Darlas: it’s another show full of Chicago arts, music, and even a little ghost busting. All of our guests or events have roots in Chicago. We kick off the show with my conversation with the great Carrie Coon, who plays Callie in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Carrie…
A Chicago police officer was wounded and a 26-year-old man was killed in an exchange of gunfire during a traffic stop, police said.The wounded officer was shot in the wrist Thursday evening and hospitalized in good condition, while four other officers who weren’t shot were hospitalized for observation, police said.The man who fired shots suffered…
Patricia Kara, Model, Actress, and Briefcase #9 on Deal or No Deal, joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into coping with rejection, her journey on “Deal or No Deal,” and the inspiration behind her book “Dream On…Now Deliver: The No Nonsense Guide to Achieving Success in the Entertainment Industry.”
