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Garry Meier Show

608 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★ - 190 ratings

Garry's wit and absorbing energy keeps Chicagoans entertained day after day. Garry will tell you that his career in radio all began with a dead butterfly. One day he walked out of his house and saw a beautiful dead Monarch butterfly lying on the ground. He scooped up the lifeless harbinger of things to come and sent it to his then favorite disc jockey, Larry Lujack, the biggest jock in Chicago at the time. Larry was always talking about reincarnation and he claimed he was going to come back as a butterfly. In a note accompanying the butterfly Garry said, "I think I found your dead uncle. Sorry for your loss". Larry read the note on the air. For Garry it was a "flashpoint" moment. Fascinated with radio, he knew what he was destined to do in life when he heard his material on the air. Meier rose to prominence in Chicago as part of one of the most successful number one radio duos in the country, the Steve & Garry Show. The fifteen-year run garnered international publicity, as well as an Emmy for the TV show Greetings From Graceland. Meier also gained renown for his highly successful eight-year run on the Roe & Garry Show. In addition to these accomplishments, Meier has displayed his wit and energy as a solo host and as a feature reporter for WGN-TV's morning show. He loves what he does, carrying all of his inventory in his head and feels that even with all of his success, the best is still yet to come.

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Episodes

GarrForce Episode 1242 - Easter Inflatables

March 25, 2024 12:27 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Garry talks about the upcoming Easter holiday including inflatables for the lawn. Plus, an eatery serves an alcoholic drink to a 12 year old patron. 

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 3-22-24

March 22, 2024 23:12 - 55 minutes - 51 MB

With some liberal photo editing, meet Garry The Royal! Stream along with the Friday, March 22, 2024 edition of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern Daylight Saving Time/5 Central. It’s a commando show this week: no scheduled guests. As always, ample yappetizers and nonsense will be available. You’re welcome to responsibly lubricate in a safe streaming space. Please let your friends and family know about the show too; it really does help if you share a link on y...

GarrForce Episode 1241 - Preflight Fun

March 22, 2024 12:36 - 10 minutes - 9.43 MB

Stream along with the Friday, March 22, 2024 edition of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern Daylight Saving Time/5 Central.

GarrForce Episode 1240 - Ice Cream Anyone?

March 20, 2024 12:18 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Garry discusses what it means when you are on a cruise ship and they give away free ice cream. Plus, the pet rock trend is coming back in South Korea. 

GarrForce Episode 1239 - Planes, Planes, Planes

March 18, 2024 13:56 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MB

Garry talks about the simple things in life before we had smart refrigerators, etc. Plus, the Boeing whistleblower is found dead days after his testimony. 

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 3-15-24

March 15, 2024 23:47 - 1 hour - 67.2 MB

History says that on this date back in 44 B.C., Julius Caesar, ignoring the deadly warnings of a seer he employed, joked on the way to the Theatre of Pompey, “Well, the Ides of March are come.” That day did not end well for Caesar. On the The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE on March 15, 2024, we expect a better evening, with Official GarrForce Bartender Jenna Duddleston coming aboard to demonstrate mixing up a St. Patrick’s Day cocktail, ahead of the usual March 17th St. Patrick’s Day ce...

GarrForce Episode - Happy St. Patrick's Day

March 15, 2024 11:11 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB

On the The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE on March 15, 2024, we expect a better evening, with Official GarrForce Bartender Jenna Duddleston coming aboard to demonstrate mixing up a St. Patrick’s Day cocktail, ahead of the usual March 17th St. Patrick’s Day celebrating. Interestingly, in a Garry Meier Show vortex-like way, the Feast of St. Patrick on March 17 is said to mark the fifth-century missionary and Irish bishop’s supposed date of death too (according to Wikipedia, at least).

GarrForce Episode 1238 - Who edited my picture?

March 13, 2024 13:39 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MB

Garry discusses some stories around the Royal Family. Plus, a lady learns how to scam a gas pump into giving free gas out.

GarrForce Episode 1237- Cruise Ships for All

March 11, 2024 12:33 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MB

Garry discusses his idea on how to use cruise ships to help migrants. Plus, friends take their dead roommate to bank for a withdrawal.

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 3-8-24

March 09, 2024 01:03 - 1 hour - 70.2 MB

Daylight Saving Time for most Americans begins Sunday morning. With meteorological spring already underway too, Garry breaks the back of winter on the Friday, March 8, 2024 edition of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, streaming at 6 p.m. Eastern STANDARD Time/5 Central STANDARD Time. After this, no more STANDARD time Cocktail Hours until the Fall (absent Federal Government action). Going commando this week: no scheduled guests, but ample yappetizers and nonsense available. You’re welc...

GarrForce Episode 1236 - Winter No More!

March 08, 2024 11:42 - 12 minutes - 11 MB

Join us for the Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, streaming at 6 p.m. Eastern STANDARD Time/5 Central STANDARD Time. After this, no more STANDARD time Cocktail Hours until the Fall (absent Federal Government action). Going commando this week: no scheduled guests, but ample yappetizers and nonsense available. You’re welcome to responsibly lubricate in a safe streaming space. Please let your friends and family know about the show too; it really does help if you share a link on your preferre...

GarrForce Episode 1235 - Clothing optional

March 06, 2024 14:31 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

Garry discusses how newscasts these days spin everyone into a frenzy. Plus, Paris fashion week yielded a lot of see through clothing. 

GarrForce Episode 1234 - Marshmallows

March 04, 2024 14:33 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

Garry discusses a recent experience he had at Starbucks. Plus, a man swallows a bunch of magnets and coins to try to help his medical condition. 

Garrforce Cocktail Hour Live 3-1-24

March 02, 2024 13:18 - 1 hour - 83.1 MB

On the Friday, March 1, 2024 edition of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, Garry celebrates the first day of meteorological spring by breaking the kneecap of winter and he’ll be taking in a big dose of Beaver with his guest Brian Humek, author of “The World Famous Beaverpedia,” a comprehensive guide to all six seasons of the television classic “Leave it to Beaver.” We’ll also remember Garry’s friend, and frequent guest on Garry’s many shows over the decades, the great comedian Richard ...

GarrForce Epiosde 1233 - R.I.P.

March 01, 2024 13:26 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

Rest in Peace Richard Lewis 1947-2024

GarrForce Episode 1233 -

February 28, 2024 13:43 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

Garry talks about a way to compress your clothes to save room for your next trip. Plus, Ann Arbor Michigan is rated the best place to live in the US.

GarrForce Episode 1232 - Who has stress?

February 26, 2024 13:36 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

Garry shares the first signs of stress you may encounter each day. Plus, a man climbing a mountain gets himself in trouble. 

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 02-23-24

February 24, 2024 01:17 - 1 hour - 67.3 MB

We’ve selected Case 9 for the February 23, 2024 edition of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, streaming at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Our guest, Patricia Kara, appeared on all three versions of TV’s “Deal or No Deal” and is best known from that show for wielding Case 9. She has been working in the entertainment business for over thirty years as an actress, model, spokesperson, and television personality, and recently released her book, “Dream on Now Deliver”, mentoring young models and ...

GarrForce Episode 1231 - “Deal or No Deal”

February 23, 2024 13:42 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB

PreBoard for the February 23, 2024 edition of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, streaming at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Our guest, Patricia Kara, appeared on all three versions of TV’s “Deal or No Deal” and is best known from that show for wielding Case 9. She has been working in the entertainment business for over thirty years as an actress, model, spokesperson, and television personality, and recently released her book, “Dream on Now Deliver”, mentoring young models and actresses and...

GarrForce Episode 1230 -

February 21, 2024 13:20 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MB

Garry discusses not giving a tip after a 7 hour hair appointment. Plus, strong winds lead to high speed air travel over the weekend.

GarrForce Episode 1229 - Monday Madness

February 19, 2024 13:24 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MB

Garry discusses the many ways the NFL works to make money on sometimes the backs of others. Plus, before traveling to India make sure you bring lost of bug spray.

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 2-16-24

February 17, 2024 00:32 - 1 hour - 65.1 MB

The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, on February 16, 2024, streams at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Due to circumstances beyond our control, it turns out that this will be a Commando Episode, with no scheduled guests but ample nonsense and yappetizers. Richard Lewis hopes to join the show on a future episode.

Garrforce Episode 1228 - Friday Funny

February 16, 2024 13:37 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MB

The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, on February 16, 2024, streams at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Due to circumstances beyond our control, it turns out that this will be a Commando Episode, with no scheduled guests but ample nonsense and yappetizers. Richard Lewis hopes to join the show on a future episode.

GarrForce Episode 1227 - Happy Valentine's Day

February 14, 2024 13:37 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

Garry discusses the cost and optics of some of the Super Bowl commercials. Plus, a reformed sex worker now teaches Sunday school.

GarrForce Episode 1226 - California Dreamin'

February 12, 2024 14:09 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

Garry discusses Leslie's recent travels. Plus, a passenger dies on a flight in a very bad way.

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 2-9-24

February 10, 2024 01:06 - 1 hour - 59.1 MB

The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, February 9, 2024, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Valentine’s Day will be here soon, and the GarrForce house band Oh Yes! and our official bartender Jenna Duddleston plan to get you ready. We’ll serve up the usual dose of nonsense and yappetizers too. You’re welcome to lubricate responsibly in your favorite streaming spot.

GarrForce Episode 1225 - The World of Weird

February 09, 2024 13:42 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB

The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, February 9, 2024, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Valentine’s Day will be here soon, and the GarrForce house band Oh Yes! and our official bartender Jenna Duddleston plan to get you ready. We’ll serve up the usual dose of nonsense and yappetizers too. You’re welcome to lubricate responsibly in your favorite streaming spot.

Episode 1049 - Analyzing David Muir’s Weird Arm Thing

December 21, 2022 10:08 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

A woman tried to do an impression of The Grinch at Robert De Niro’s house. Meanwhile, a new survey rates the worst Christmas gifts to give this season and Garry thinks he knows one group of people who will be obsessed with it. Plus, John Daly’s pre-game golf routine is unique but it seems to be working for him. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always ema...

Episode 1048 - No Sad Sack Stories

December 19, 2022 10:04 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

Garry has a prediction for when the star crossed lovers of ABC News will be returning. Meanwhile, Cecily Strong left SNL during their last show of 2022. Plus, a Pastor is in some hot water after trying to buy a house near Disney World. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me [email protected] or leave a text or voicemail at 773-888-2...

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 12-16-22

December 17, 2022 02:12 - 1 hour - 87.7 MB

Continuing our December of commando shows, Mike Mascow, Founder of GarrForce Sponsor Roast2Order.shop will stop by for a cup of coffee or such. Full servings of nonsense and yappetizers aboard too, but no other scheduled guests. Can you tell Garry’s just written off the month?

Episode 1047 - Attack of the Facebook Goons

December 16, 2022 10:10 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB

A South Carolina man said spotting his dad's car parked at a convenience store led to his winning a $200,000 lottery prize. Be sure to tune into the GarrForce Live Cocktail Hour at 6pm ET!

Episode 1046 - I’ll Muddle Through Because I Like To Make Fun

December 14, 2022 10:08 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Garry once again finds himself disapointed by The Great American Light Fight. Meanwhile, a hiker fell 300 feet to his death after tumbling from a cliff while he was trying to take pictures. Plus, a woman in Georgia is sharing her trials and tribulations owning a pet pig on social media. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me garrymeiershow@garr...

Episode 1045 - Punching Around The Fat

December 12, 2022 10:06 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

A manager at Olive Garden is looking for work after he demanded proof from employees calling in sick. Meanwhile, a woman in Ireland learned getting your eyes tattooed isn’t a great idea. Plus, it’s a buyers market for dinosaur bones. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me [email protected] or leave a text or voicemail at 773-888-215...

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 12-9-22

December 10, 2022 00:27 - 1 hour - 71 MB

Yappetizers and nonsense ahead on a commando edition with of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE. For those new to the show, commando in this context means a show without scheduled guests.

Episode 1044 - Why We Drink

December 09, 2022 10:13 - 12 minutes - 11 MB

In the wake of the Britney Griner story, Garry has some tips for people who decide to travel abroad. Be sure to tune into the GarrForce Live Cocktail Hour this evening at 6pm ET!

Episode 1043 - The Potential For People to Go Wackadoo Is High

December 07, 2022 10:10 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

There’s a kerfuffle at Good Morning America after it came out two of their hosts were having an affair together. Meanwhile, everyone who isn’t talking about the GMA story is talking about the murder in Idaho. Plus, you have some extra time to get a Real ID. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me [email protected] or leave a text or ...

Episode 1042 - Yanking Chains and Other Things

December 05, 2022 10:05 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

A North Carolina woman won $1 million in the lottery when she stopped for gas after the “Low Fuel” light came on in her car. Meanwhile, a woman in China had to have a kidney removed because of a rough massage. Plus, the Tampa police chief is in hot water after an incident with a golf cart. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me garrymeiershow@g...

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 12-2-22

December 03, 2022 00:27 - 1 hour - 72.2 MB

Your digital mimosa, featuring complimentary yappetizers, nonsense, and virtual birthday cake. RSVPs aren’t required, but this is your invitation to bring along whatever appropriate lubricant you like to consume responsibly.

Episode 1041 - Saturday Eve

December 02, 2022 11:02 - 10 minutes - 9.78 MB

The Garry Meier Show seems to be having an impact on pop culture, specifically Jeopardy. Be sure to tune into the GarrForce Live Cocktail Hour this evening at 6pm ET!

Episode 1040 - Holiday Supernova

November 30, 2022 10:05 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

A woman in England is generating controversy over her habit of giving her Christmas tree a bath before putting it up. Meanwhile, Hawaii is dealing with a volcanic eruption. Plus, it would be a good idea for men to get it on more frequently. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me [email protected] or leave a text or voicemail at 773-...

Episode 1039 - Lost and Found at Sea

November 28, 2022 10:07 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

Black Friday went gangbusters, which might mean nature is healing from the pandemic. Meanwhile, Budweiser has a backup plan after they haven’t been able to sell beer at the World Cup. Plus, a man fell overboard from a cruise ship and was actually found alive 15 hours later. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me [email protected] or...

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 11-25-22

November 26, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

Official GarrForce Bartender Jenna Duddleston climbs aboard to mix up her recommended cocktail of the month. You’re invited to bring along whatever appropriate lubricant you like to consume responsibly in your favorite streaming spot. Complimentary yappetizers and nonsense will be served.

Episode 1038 - The Blackest Friday Ever

November 25, 2022 14:26 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB

A cat was found inside a traveler's checked luggage at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport last week. Be sure to tune into the GarrForce Live Cocktail Hour this evening at 6pm ET!

Episode 1037 - Are We Really This Fascinated With Fire?

November 23, 2022 13:31 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

Garry has noticed a shocking new development in local news coverage. Meanwhile, a person learned the hard way that you can’t yell “Fire!” in a crowded airplane. Plus, a Texas woman entering the US had something unexpected and hairy in a box she claimed was filled with beer. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me [email protected] or...

Episode 1036 - The Landmark Case of Finders vs. Keepers

November 21, 2022 10:07 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

A couple from England hit the jackpot when they were renovating their house after they found a cup filled with 264 gold coins underneath their kitchen floor. Meanwhile, Elon Musk probably won’t be spending much money on a Christmas party at Twitter. Plus, a would-be car thief was done-in by a dead battery. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items is what keeps the podcast going. Plus, you can always email me...

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 11-18-22

November 19, 2022 00:28 - 1 hour - 70.3 MB

Mike Mascow, Founder of GarrForce Sponsor Roast2Order.shop will be aboard to demonstrate using a French Press to make coffee and, perhaps, help Garry find another source of moments of Zen. Like other commando editions, this will be a GarrForce flight full of nonsense and yappetizers, but without any other scheduled guests: some “pipe cleaning among ourselves,” as Garry says.

Episode 1035 - Winter Is Bearing Down on Us Like a Shotgun Full of Snow

November 18, 2022 10:08 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MB

In honor of the blizzard hitting Buffalo, NY, Garry explains how a “Buffalo Box” works. Be sure to tune into the GarrForce Live Cocktail Hour this evening at 6pm ET!

Episode 1034 - You’re Better Off Not Being Rich

November 16, 2022 10:08 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

A Virginia woman said an impromptu stop at a 7-Eleven store led to her winning a $250,000 Powerball prize. Meanwhile, according to a new study, binge drinking is to blame for 20% of the deaths of American adults between the ages of 20 and 49 over a recent four-year period. Plus, a couple lost their jobs as teachers after it was discovered they had a page on OnlyFans. Garrforce t-shirts and coffee mugs are now available by going to "Merchandise" on the website. Your purchase of these items ...

GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 11-11-22

November 11, 2022 23:51 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

The GarrForce welcomes a returning guest: Gregg Potter and Cathy Rich from The Buddy Rich Big Band Machine will be aboard to chat about the band’s latest tours and Gregg’s passion for collecting memorabilia. There’ll be plenty of yappetizers and nonsense in store too.

Episode 1033 - Veterans Day

November 11, 2022 11:07 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Garry marks Veteran's Day by sharing the recording of his Father's experience during the Battle of the Bulge. Be sure to tune into the GarrForce Live Cocktail Hour this evening at 6pm ET!

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