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Seasonal Streaming Delights: Decider.com’s Guide to What to Watch This Holiday Season

Dec 13, 2023 | mirandaellis

Managing Editor of Decider.com Alex Zalben joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss what to expect in the last 4 episodes of “The Crown”, whether ‘Yellowstone’ will be returning for its final season, and the best shows to stream heading into the New Year.

Gen Z’s Quest for Balance: Gen Z Flocks to TikTok for career insight and guidance

Dec 13, 2023 | mirandaellis

President & Chief Career Strategist at The Bauke Group Julie Bauke joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the reasons why Gen Z workers prioritize work-life balance, the growing trend of Gen Z relying on TikTok for career advice, and she will also explain what the term “corporate flirting” means.

PM Chicago (12/12) – The “Buy Nothing” Movement Takes the Suburbs

Dec 12, 2023 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: “Freecycling” is all the rage in the suburbs, and Michelle Meyer from the Northwest Herald joins Bret Gogoel with the details. Kim Gordon sits down with Ryan Murphy from Chicago Electric Boats about the new hot tub boats floating down the Chicago River. Plus, there’s a battle in Chatham…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (12/12) – The 12 Scams of Christmas

Dec 12, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of the Closing Bell: Bret Gogoel speaks with Steve Bernas from the Better Business Bureau about his “12 Scams of Christmas.” Joe Buonavolanto III and Chef Tony Scheri from Buona Beef stop by to discuss the restaurant’s holiday offerings and how to make the perfect Italian beef. Plus, Smile Direct Club has…

The NTSB releases a preliminary report on the CTA yellow line crash

Dec 12, 2023 | kgordon

The NTSB says the yellow line train collided with a snow removal machine near the Howard Station and the conductor knew the snow removal machine was on the tracks, but wasn’t sure where it was located. Sixteen people were hurt, three of them critically. The CTA estimates the crash caused about $8.7 million in damages…

Oscar-Winning Songwriter Paul Williams talks Muppets, Music, and More

Dec 12, 2023 | mirandaellis

Oscar-winning singer/songwriter Paul Williams joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss untold tales from his experience collaborating with Jim Henson and the Muppets, his appearance in Battle for the Planet of the Apes, and he provides insights into his creative process while composing music for films. Catch the unmissable “Emmet Otter’s Jug Band Christmas” currently…

Keeping the Festive Cheer Intact: Strategies to prevent holiday meltdowns and keep spirits bright

Dec 12, 2023 | mirandaellis

Travel reporter for the Washington Post Natalie Compton the best time to buy travel insurance, affordable destinations to escape the cold in January, and effective strategies to prevent a holiday meltdown.

Unwrapping Christmas 2023: Hottest tech gadgets that will light up your entire nice list

Dec 12, 2023 | mirandaellis

Tech reporter-at-large Ian Sherr joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss factors to consider when purchasing your next charger, popular technology gifts ideal for the holidays, and common errors buyers tend to make when shopping for a television.

Jingle Bellies No More: Festive tactics to dodge holiday weight gain

Dec 12, 2023 | mirandaellis

Chief Medical Officer at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Kevin Most joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the first warning signs of pneumonia, strategies to avoid holiday weight gain, and determining the right moment to consult a doctor for antibiotics. Dr. Kevin Most’s Steve Cochran Show Notes: Staying healthy thru the holidays- try…

PM Chicago (12/11) – How to Stay Safe While Holiday Shopping

Dec 11, 2023 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Dimitri Kusnezov, Under Secretary of Science and Technology at the Department of Homeland of Security, stopped by the morning show to discuss his meeting with the CFD today on disaster preparedness – Nick Gale brings us this conversation. Then, Bret speaks with Ret. Chief Tom Weitzel about safety while…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (12/11) – This Year in Beer

Dec 11, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of the Closing Bell: Bret Gogoel speaks with ABC’s Andy Field about a recent report on teen social media use and what the surgeon general has to say. Rachel Morrison from Beer Adjacent and Porch Drinking joins the show with her Beer Year in Review. Then, Bret speaks with Kristen Field, Executive…

Inmates leaving the Cook County jail will be getting a new ID

Dec 11, 2023 | kgordon

Detainees on electronic monitoring will now be given a free state ID. The ID will help inmates to overcome obstacles when it comes to find housing and jobs. The pilot program is believed to be the first in the nation offered to inmates at the county jail level. About 2,300 will be eligible. The Illinois…

Don’t miss your chance to expirence of ‘A Very Dellis Holiday’ on Sunday, Dec. 17th at Davenport’s Piano Bar and Cabaret!

Dec 11, 2023 | mirandaellis

Comedian and rising Chicago star Laura Dellis joins the Steve Cochran Show to chat about her upcoming show, “A Very Dellis Holiday,” scheduled for Sunday, December 17th at Davenport’s Piano Bar and Cabaret!

Vintage Tribune: The Origins and Significance of the Nobel Prize

Dec 11, 2023 | mirandaellis

Curator of The Vintage Tribune Kori Rumore joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into the motivations behind Alfred Nobel’s creation of the Nobel Prize, the individual responsible for formulating the measure of the speed of light. and the reasons behind Leon M. Lederman’s decision to sell his Nobel Prize.

Festive Funk: How to manage your holiday blues

Dec 11, 2023 | mirandaellis

Angela Cummings joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss acknowledging that it’s alright to feel sadness during the holiday season, embracing the freedom to decline a few holiday party invitations, and how to cope with feelings of loneliness during this time.

PM Chicago (12/8) – The Goings on at Growing Home

Dec 8, 2023 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Kim Gordon speaks with Janelle St. John about her work at Growing Home in Englewood, which is a USDA-Certified organic urban farm, workforce development center, and hosting a Winterfest this weekend. Andrea Darlas, Morning Show Co-host and Host of Show & Tell, joins Bret Gogoel to preview this weekend’s…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (12/8) – What’s Wrong with EV? Experts Can’t Agree

Dec 8, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of the Closing Bell: Andy Field joins the show from Washington to discuss the jobs report, with an unemployment rate of 3.7%. Bret Gogoel speaks with Dru Wischover from Inspired Title Group about the work they do in the community. Plus, experts can’t seem to agree on the reason for the price…

Episode 85: A Festive December in the City

Dec 8, 2023 | rwoodall

On this episode of Show & Tell with Andrea Darlas, we give you four ways to get festive as the holiday season marches on! First, Artistic Director Liza Malamut guides us into the musical world of “A Latin American Christmas” with the Newberry Consort. Then, Double Tony Award Nominee Jennifer Weber shares her passion as…

McDonald’s new spin off restaurant now open in Bolingbrook

Dec 8, 2023 | kgordon

Bolingbrook is now the home of McDonald’s first CosMc’s spinoff restaurant. CosMcs is drive-thru only. You won’t find French fries or Big Macs on the menu but there are plenty of energy drinks, lattes, cappuccino, donuts with fillings, along with breakfast sandwiches and desserts . The Bolingbrook location near Boughton and Weber Roads is the…

Victor J. Andrew High School Choir on the Steve Cochran Show

Dec 8, 2023 | mirandaellis

Victor J. Andrew High School Choir graces the Steve Cochran Show to charm everyone with a mix of classic holiday tunes. Also, Choir Director Chris Moan talks to Steve and Andrea about what he’s learned over his 15 years at Victor J. Andrew High School, and he shares where you can hear them perform next!

Is ‘Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget’ a movie worth flocking to the theaters for?

Dec 8, 2023 | mirandaellis

Chicago film critic Nick Digilio joins the Steve Cochran Show to celebrate the 200th episode of the Nick D Podcast. They delve into ‘SNL’ sketches that cast members now regret, and Nick’s reviews of “Poor Things,” “Eileen,” and “Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget” are bound to surprise you.

CTU President Stacy Davis Gates faces $5K in unpaid utility bills

Dec 8, 2023 | mirandaellis

CTU President Stacy Davis Gates owes over 5k in utility bills. Senior Director of Labor Policy and Staff Attorney at the Illinois Policy Institute Mailee Smith joins the Steve Cochran Show to recap the latest.

PM Chicago (12/7) – Celebrating “The Night Before Christmas,” 200 Years Later

Dec 7, 2023 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel is joined by Gus Noble, CEO of the Chicago Scots, to discuss a transformative $14 million gift they are using to transform elder care. Block Club’s Rachel Hinton shares the reactions to the CHA Housing investigation. Plus, Bob Crane and Jenny Barry take us through the Libertyville…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (12/7) – An Urgent Call for Holiday Toys

Dec 7, 2023 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of the Closing Bell: Major K. Kendall Matthews from the Salvation Army joins Bret Gogoel to give an urgent call for toys and donations as the holiday season is upon us. McDonalds announces a new chicken nugget option for math lovers. Plus, Nick Gale brings us a piece from today’s Steve Cochran…

Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium welcomes a new sea otter

Dec 7, 2023 | kgordon

An 8-week-old arrival from Alaska chirps loudly before devouring ice chips in the nursery at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium.He is Pup EL2306 — proper name to be determined — a northern sea otter who was found alone and malnourished in the remote town of Seldovia in October and taken to the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward.Shedd,…

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