Episodes
Steve Snyder shares an incredible story from WWII
May 26, 2020 07:03Accomplished author Steve Snyder joins Rollye James on WGN Radio to share a little bit of history on Memorial Day. Steve tells us the compelling story of his father, Howard Snyder, and the basis for his award winning book, Shot Down: The true story of pilot Howard Snyder and the crew of the B-17 Susan […]
Warbird Heritage Foundation preserves history in the skies
May 26, 2020 06:48Some memorials are on the ground but the Warbird Heritage Foundation has taken to putting them in the air! Paul Wood, founder of the organization, joins Rollye James on WGN Radio to talk about the foundation’s incredible collection of aircraft and how they preserve military history. Visit their website and like them on Facebook!
Paul Mara is helping veterans through business
May 26, 2020 05:16Adjusting to civilian life is difficult and so is developing a business. Army veteran Paul Mara joins Rollye James on WGN Radio to share unique business resources available to veterans. Paul is a Diverse Business Resource Consultant and Corporate & SD/VOB Outreach Consultant for the National Veteran Business Development Council. You can email [email protected] for […]
Pritzker Military Museum & Library focuses on the citizen soldier
May 26, 2020 04:59Dr. Rob Havers, President & CEO of the Pritzker Military Museum & Library, joins Rollye James on Memorial Day to share the museum’s mission and their many exhibits. The museum and library attempts to increase the public understanding of military history and the sacrifices made by the men and women who have served
Good mojo energy with Venus Andrecht
May 25, 2020 06:53Venus Andrecht joins Rollye James to share good mojo energy with WGN Radio! Venus shares her gift of getting in people’s heads and takes time for a few listeners. For more energy enlightenment, check out her website www.godisalwayshappy.com, and The Dear Venus Show Podcast!
Flowdreaming with Summer McStravick
May 25, 2020 06:34How do you want to feel today? Summer McStravick tells Rollye James how we can flow and achieve manifest abundance! Visit her website www.flowdreaming.com, watch her on YouTube, follow on Instagram @summer_McStravick, or listen to over 600 hours of The Flowdreaming Podcast.
31 ways you can celebrate Memorial Day in Chicago
May 23, 2020 05:07Chicago Tribune life and culture writer, Darcel Rockett, puts us in a summer mood and shares how you can celebrate the Memorial Day holiday weekend! Rollye James and Darcel discuss the abundance of options and how people can still connect for the holiday! You can read the full list here.
Cooking meat right with Max Good
May 23, 2020 04:56Who doesn’t like grilling or smoking ribs on Memorial Day weekend? Max Good, author and equipment guru of AmazingRibs.com, shares tips to making outstanding ribs and brisket with Rollye James. Max also shares what’s on their website and where you can find bottles of his Black Swan Premium, All-Natural Sauces!
Tune in to vintage vocals with Theresa Eaman
May 23, 2020 03:40Vintage vocalist Theresa Eaman has an incredible talent and she’s sharing it with the world…through Facebook! Theresa joins Rollye James to share her socially distanced vintage singing shows on Facebook Live. You can hear Theresa’s incredible voice here or tune in to her live shows every Saturday by going to her Facebook and clicking on […]
Chad Hill shares Django Studios, hot rods & nose art
May 23, 2020 03:28Graphic designer and owner of Django Studios, Chad Hill has a diverse history and lots to share! Chad joins Rollye James to talk about his auto shop Hot Rod Chassis & Cycle and his tributes to veterans with WWII aircraft nose art. Check out his shop’s Facebook and Instagram and follow Chad on his personal […]
Department of Cultural Affairs hosts Millennium Park at Home concerts
May 23, 2020 02:23The city of Chicago is preserving it’s legacy with the Millennium Park at Home concert series. Erin Harkey, Deputy Commissioner for the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), shares the series with Rollye James and even shares a few plans in the works for Chicago entertainment. You can watch the concerts on YouTube […]
Danielle Wiener-Bronner tells us why Memorial Day grilling prices are on the rise
May 23, 2020 01:03Memorial Day bbq prices have risen since last year and you might want to re-think your protein grilling choices. CNN Business writer, Danielle Wiener-Bronner has the reasons why and shares them with Rollye James! You can read Danielle’s full article on the subject here.
Val Shively shares R & B Records with Rollye James
May 18, 2020 04:19Sunday’s soggy evening is filled with a lot of soul! R & B Records owner, Val Shively, joins WGN Radio to talk “oldies” with Rollye James to share his favorite records and an incredible assortment of stories. To contact Val or check out his inventory of 5 million records under one roof, visit his website […]
Rollye James, Dick Biondi, Little Richard and rock ‘n roll history
May 11, 2020 04:18Rollye James continues her Sunday evenings with you on Mother’s Day! The show starts with Pamela Enzweiler-Pulice, Executive Producer and Director of The Dick Biondi Film! Pamela and Rollye discuss the documentary’s progress and share stories about the Chicago radio icon. Listeners then share their memories and stories of rock ‘n roll founding father, Little […]
Spirit Hub’s Mother’s Day gift guide
May 07, 2020 15:35Michael Weiss, CEO and Founder of Spirit Hub, joins Rollye James to talk about how he started this locally owned company and his top Mother’s Day favorites for that special woman in your life. Did we mention that Spirit Hub delivers straight to your front door? Yes, they do. To find the perfect gift for […]
Greater Chicago Food Depository launches pop-up food pantries on the South and West Sides
May 07, 2020 03:42The Greater Chicago Food Depository has partnered up with seven faith- and community-based organizations and the City of Chicago to deliver truckloads of food to several pop-up food pantries on Chicago’s South and West Sides. Greg Trotter, senior manager for public relations at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, joined Rollye James to tell us more […]
Tips for Alzheimer’s caregivers navigating COVID-19 on Mother’s Day
May 07, 2020 03:13Mother’s Day celebrations for moms living with Alzheimer’s can be bittersweet and challenging for some families even under the best of circumstances, but the current COVID-19 crisis is adding new complexities that can feel overwhelming. Melissa Tucker, Director of Family Services for the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter, joins Rollye James to offer tips on how […]
Looking for Mother’s Day gift that gives back? Flowers for Dreams has got you covered
May 06, 2020 03:51Mother’s Day is almost here & moms everywhere deserve to be celebrated now more than ever. Steven Dyme, Co-Founder of Flowers for Dreams, speaks to WGN Radio’s Rollye James about their exclusive Mother’s Day specials. And get this, 1/4 of the profits from Flower of Dreams’ Mother’s Day bouquets will help fund mental health resources […]
Senior Living Designer Lisa Cini on the best tech gifts for senior moms
May 06, 2020 03:26Award-winning senior living designer, President/CEO of Mosaic Design Studio, and Author Lisa Cini joins Rollye James to talk about the latest tech gift ideas for Mother’s Day to keep loved ones healthy and happy while they stay safely in place. To find the best tech products that help seniors embrace aging and live independently, visit […]
McHenry Outdoor Theater set to reopen this weekend
May 06, 2020 03:15WGN Radio’s Rollye James checks in with Scott Dehn, owner of McHenry Outdoor Drive-In Theater, to talk about the grand reopening of the theater this weekend. The drive-in will show “The Flintstones” and “Jurassic Park,” on Friday and Saturday night with a number of new health regulations in place to maintain social distancing. Gates will […]
What if summer camp doesn’t happen this year?
May 05, 2020 03:54Many schools across the country were closed for the rest of the year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but what about summer camps? Tracey Gaslin, Executive Director at the Association of Camp Nursing, joins Rollye James to discuss what their future plans are and much more.
Have a family epic game night with these new games
May 05, 2020 03:35Need ideas for game night at home? Jim Silver, Chief Executive Officer/Editor-in-Chief of TTPM, joins Rollye James to talk about toy sales amid the pandemic and the best selling toys and games for children and adults right now.
The Original Ghost Whisperer reads your hauntings with Rollye James
May 04, 2020 04:19Rollye James is in for another Sunday evening with you! The Original Ghost Whisperer, Mary Ann Winkowski, starts the evening off giving spirit readings to a few lucky WGN Radio listeners. Learn more about Mary Ann at www.maryannwinkowski.com, follow her on Facebook and watch her on YouTube! Rollye goes on to talk about Chicago soul, […]
Former QVC host Steve Bryant joins Rollye James
April 27, 2020 04:27Rollye James fills the Sunday airwaves once again on WGN Radio! Retired TV shopping host Steve Bryant starts things off sharing stories and laughs from his outstanding career in television and songwriting. Follow Steve online at his blog www.stevebryantblog.com, YouTube and Twitter. Rollye also explains how Elon Musk is responsible for the mysterious lights spotted […]
Rollye James remembers Paul Harvey
April 20, 2020 04:24Rollye James spends another evening with you on WGN Radio! The show opens discussing historic moments on April 19th including the anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing. Rollye then shares Paul Harvey’s return to WGN Radio and talks with listeners about their favorite memories with the iconic broadcaster.
Rollye James shares classic oldies and Chicago radio history
April 13, 2020 04:25The great Rollye James joins WGN Radio for Easter Sunday on the Chicago airwaves! Rollye spends the evening sharing classic oldies and talking with WGN listeners about everything from Easter celebrations and Chicago radio history to doing the Gauster Bop!