Dave Plier
884 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsThe Dave Plier Podcast from Chicago's Very Own, 720 WGN
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Dave Schwan previews The Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac
July 22, 2023 01:02WGN Radio newsman Dave Schwan previews the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac with Dave Plier.
Dave Plier’s Birthday Show: Radio legend Garry Meier, comedian Kevin Nealon, Rich Williams of rock band Kansas, Nostalgia Digest
July 15, 2023 03:03WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates another birthday with friend and Radio Hall of Famer Garry Meier, with special guests Rich Williams of rock band Kansas, comedian and SNL alum Kevin Nealon, Steve Darnall from Nostalgia Digest Magazine, and ‘This is History’ with WGN Radio newsman Dave Schwan.
Radio Hall of Famer Garry Meier: Storms, strikes, classic TV
July 15, 2023 03:02WGN Radio’s Dave Plier welcomes Radio Hall of Famer Garry Meier live in studio to celebrate Dave’s birthday and talk storm reporting, the actors and writers strikes, and rediscovering some classic TV.
Musician Rich Williams of classic rock band Kansas: Carrying on for 50 years
July 15, 2023 03:01Richard Williams, legendary guitarist and founding member of rock bank Kansas, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about their concert this weekend at The Chicago Theatre, the early days forming the band and recording their first album, the evolution of rock, and more!
Nostalgia Digest Summer Swimsuit Issue with Steve Darnall
July 15, 2023 03:00Steve Darnall, editor-in-chief of Nostalgia Digest Magazine, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the summer swimsuit edition and vintage conversations about film star Rita Hayworth, Shirley Temple, Jack Teagarden, the history of Cracker Jack (founded in Chicago), and the future of TCM (Turner Classic Movies). To subscribe visit nostalgiadigest.com.
Musician Bryan Adams brings the ‘Summer of 69’ to Chicago
July 01, 2023 03:03Rock legend Bryan Adams joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the stories behind his biggest hits including ‘The Summer of ’69’, ‘Run to You’, ‘Heaven’, ‘It’s Only Love’, the thrill of working with the late Tina Turner, and his passion for touring. He will be on stage with Joan Jett on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at the Allstate Arena. […]
Music icon Joan Jett loves rock & roll: The Runaways, The Blackhearts, fighting sexism, and her journey in rock
July 01, 2023 03:02What’s your favorite Joan Jett song? WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Rock N’ Roll legend and pioneer Joan Jett about her beginnings with ‘The Runaways’, ‘The Blackhearts’, her biggest hits, fighting sexism and her long-time partnership with songwriter/producer Kenny Laguna. Joan will be on stage at the Allstate Arena with Bryan Adams on Sunday, July 2, 2023. joanjett.com
Liza Colón-Zayas on the 2nd season of Chicago-based ‘The Bear’ on Hulu
July 01, 2023 03:01Actress Liza Colón-Zayas from the Chicago-based comedy-drama ‘The Bear’, inspired by our own Mr. Beef, talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about the show’s 2nd season, behind the scenes, and embracing the restaurant business as it is today.
The history of the Star Spangled Banner and Francis Scott Key
July 01, 2023 03:00WGN Radio’s Dave Plier shares his conversation with historian and author Marc Leepson on the history of The Star Spangled Banner, early America, and the legacy of Francis Scott Key.
Dave and Josh Plier full show: TV’s top dads, Father-son bonding, Comedian Jimmy Carrane, 55th Summerfest preview
June 17, 2023 03:00WGN Radio’s Dave Plier is joined by his oldest son, Josh, which has become a Father’s Day weekend tradition over the years. Dave and Josh talk about an article that suggests how fathers and sons should bond, comedian Jimmy Carrane talks about improv and his one man show ‘World’s Greatest Dad (?)’ (for tickets visit […]
Milwaukee’s 55th Summerfest: The world’s largest music festival preview
June 17, 2023 01:23Scott Ziel, VP of Entertainment for Summerfest, talks to WGN Radio’s Dave and Josh Plier about the 55th annual music festival, the music lineup, the food, the experience on Milwaukee’s lakefront and more. Visit Summerfest.com
Experience Chicago’s Cabaret Zazou with Frank Ferrante before the curtain closes July 2nd!
June 17, 2023 01:19Frank Ferrante of Cabaret Zazou at Chicago’s Cambria Theater talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about the long-running show and plans to end its run on July 2nd. It’s a ‘must-see’! Visit cabaretzazou.com for tickets.
Comedian Tom Papa: ‘We’re All in this Together… So Make Some Room’!
June 10, 2023 03:01Comedian Tom Papa has spent decades on the stage making people laugh. He’s got a new book called ‘We’re All in This Together’ and joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier in studio to talk about his hilarious life observations. Visit tompapa.com for more.
Back to the ’80s: Brat Packers Andrew McCarthy, Ally Sheedy, Anthony Michael Hall
June 10, 2023 03:00Author Chris Clews joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about his latest book ‘Raised on the ’80s: 30+ Unexpected Life Lessons from the Movies and Music That Defined Pop Culture’s Most Excellent Decade’. Dave then goes ‘Back to the ’80s’ featuring conversations with the Brat Pack’s Anthony Michael Hall, Andrew McCarthy and Ally Sheedy.
Jon Taffer on new season of ‘Bar Rescue’ on Paramount+; Restaurants are booming but with challenges
June 03, 2023 04:30WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Jon Taffer of Bar Rescue on Paramount+ on the new season, how he got started in the business, what motivates him, helping small business owners and more!
Dr. Ian Smith: New novel ‘The Overnights’, The Met Flex Diet for a healthy summer
June 03, 2023 04:29Dr. Ian Smith joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier in studio to talk about his latest Ashe Cayne novel ‘The Overnights’ and his book, The Met Flex Diet, for a healthy summer. Doctoriansmith.com
Chicago’s iconic Superdawg celebrates its 75th anniversary!
June 03, 2023 04:28Superdawg owners Scott Berman and Lisa and Don Drucker join WGN Radio’s Dave Plier in studio to talk about their iconic hot dog establishment’s 75th anniversary.
Santa’s Village in East Dundee: New attractions, restaurants, fun for the entire family
June 03, 2023 04:27Jason Sierpien, owner of the iconic Santa’s Village Amusement & Water Park, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about all the new features at the park this season including new rides, restaurants, early purchase ticket savings, and more! Visit santasvillagedundee.com.
Chicago’s own Gary Sinise: Serving veterans, the military families of the fallen, first responders
May 29, 2023 15:32WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Chicago’s own Gary Sinise on Memorial Day to honor our fallen, a recap of the annual National Memorial Day concert, The Gary Sinise Foundation and the significance of how his non-profit honors the country’s fallen, first responders and more.
Bob’s Record Collection: Mike Love of The Beach Boys at The Genesee Theater on June 2nd!
May 29, 2023 15:29What is your favorite Beach Boys song? The legendary Mike Love, founding member of ‘The Beach Boys’, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about five decades of Good Vibrations, being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame with ‘The Beatles’, finding peace through meditation, touring, and their songs of the summer! Get […]
Memorial Day with The Honorable Denis McDonough, U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs: Mental health, PACT Act, combatting homelessness
May 29, 2023 15:27WGN Radio’s Dave Plier welcomes the Honorable Denis McDonough, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to salute our fallen on Memorial Day, the PACT Act, combatting homelessness and the mental health services available for veterans.
Kevin Kolman: Weber Grill’s Sizzling Summer Barbeque, new electric grills, Weber Smokefire
May 29, 2023 15:10WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Kevin Kolman, Weber Grill Ambassador to talk about the new electric grills, the Weber Smokefire, and barbequing all summer long!
The journey of Chicago radio legend Kevin Matthews with Jim Shorts
May 28, 2023 00:23On ‘The Best of The Dave Plier Show’, Dave looks back at his very first 2-hour on air conversation in 2016 with Chicago and Michigan radio legend Kevin Matthews, looking back at Kevin’s career in radio, The Loop, AM1000, Jim Shorts, Jonathan Brandmeier, Steve Dahl & Garry Meier, Larry Wert and his story of Broken […]
Legends of Rock: Stevie Van Zant, Elvis Costello, Robert Lamm, Rick Nielsen, Kevin Cronin, and Mick Jones
May 27, 2023 03:00Dave’s radio special ‘Legends of Rock’ featuring rock icons Stevie Van Zandt from Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Robert Lamm of Chicago, Mick Jones of Foreigner, Rick Nielsen of Cheap Trick, Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon and a conversation with Elvis Costello featuring Wendy Snyder.
The Voice That Rocked America: The Dick Biondi Story
May 20, 2023 17:11WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to filmmaker Pamela Pulice about new film about the legacy of Radio Hall of Famer Dick Biondi. Dick Biondi’s amazing radio career spans over 6 decades, including the birth of American Rock and Roll and the evolution of Pop music. Known as The Screamer, the Big Noise from Buffalo & The […]
Epic roller coasters and America’s amusement parks with Marcus Leshock of the WGN Morning News
May 20, 2023 16:26What is your favorite amusement park of all-time? WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks with WGN-TV’s Marcus Leshock about his love of roller coasters, the best, newest and fastest in Illinois and across America.
The 90th anniversary of the drive-in with Scott Dehn of Chicagoland’s only drive-in theater: The McHenry Outdoor
May 20, 2023 15:57Where did you go to the drive-in theater as a kid? WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Scott Dehn, proprietor of the McHenry Outdoor (the only drive-in theater in Chicagoland), to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the drive-in, the throwback experience, the concession stand, the retro intermission commercials and why watching movies under the stars still resonates with fans. Later Dave talks to […]
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg: New air travel rules to compensate passengers, Importance of keeping AM radio in vehicles
May 13, 2023 01:11Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Secretary of Transportation, talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about new proposed travel rules to hold airlines accountable for delays and cancelations. Pete also talks about the importance of AM radio in cars, as a reliable source of information and one of the primary tools federal, state and local governments use to communicate […]
Royal Watcher Fred Weintraub previews King Charles III Coronation
May 06, 2023 02:31Royal Watcher Fred Weintraub previews King Charles III Coronation, the impact, the importance and the pomp and circumstance surrounding Saturday’s events, with WGN Radio’s Dave Plier.
Royal watcher Fred Weintraub previews King Charles III coronation
May 06, 2023 02:31Royal watcher Fred Weintraub previews King Charles III coronation, the impact, the importance and the pomp and circumstance surrounding Saturday’s events, with WGN Radio’s Dave Plier.
Iconic comedian Don Rickles: Keeping his name and his legacy alive
May 06, 2023 01:31In keeping a promise to help ‘keep his name alive’, WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates the legacy of the late Don Rickles on his birthday by sharing his backstage Vegas interview with the comedy legend and reminiscing with TV icon (and Don’s best friend) Bob Newhart.
Iconic Comedian Don Rickles: Keeping his name & his legacy alive
May 06, 2023 01:31In keeping a promise to help ‘keep his name alive’, WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates the legacy of the late Don Rickles on his birthday by sharing his backstage Vegas interview with the comedy legend, reminiscing with TV icon (and Don’s best friend) Bob Newhart.
WhiskeyFest, presented by Whisky Advocate, returns to the Windy City: Friday, May 12th at the Hyatt Regency Chicago
May 06, 2023 00:49Whisky Advocate’s Executive Editor David Fleming joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to preview this year’s WhiskeyFest Chicago on Friday, May 12th at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. For more visit: https://whiskyadvocate.com/whiskyfest/WhiskyFest-Chicago.
Jon Anderson of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame rock band YES coming to Chicagoland in concert!
April 29, 2023 03:42Music legend Jon Anderson of Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Band YES joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about his journey in music, on stage and his upcoming performance at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, IL (Friday 5/12/23) and at the Des Plaines Theatre (Saturday 5/13/23). For tickets, visit oshows.com.
Chicago’s own Lecy Goranson wraps up the 5th season of ABC’s ‘The Conners’
April 29, 2023 03:41Actress Lecy Goranson talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about wrapping up the 5th season of ABC-TV’s hit comedy ‘The Conners’ and auditioning for the original TV sitcom ‘Roseanne’, 35 years ago.
WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer on ‘The Most Beautiful Places in Chicago’
April 29, 2023 03:41WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer and his most recent special, ‘The Most Beautiful Places in Chicago’. Meet the creators and enthusiasts who tell the stories of how these innovative and uniquely magnificent spaces and places across many of Chicago’s neighborhoods came to be, why they are meaningful to the people who […]
The Museum of Broadcast Communications is on the move, Launch of their ’40 for 40’ Experience Auction with favorite celebrities, shows and more!
April 29, 2023 03:40Fellow board member (and WGN Radio regular) Andrea Darlas joins Dave Plier, WGN Radio host and Chair of the MBC Board, to talk about the museum space and building being sold to developers and what’s ahead for the broadcast museum! The museum is exploring a new space, pop-up experiences and new online exhibits. Dave and […]
Celebrating TV icon Carol Burnett’s 90th birthday with Carol and co-star Vicki Lawrence
April 22, 2023 01:43WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates the 90th birthday of TV legend Carol Burnett by sharing his favorite interview with Carol herself and a conversation with her ‘Carol Burnett Show’ co-star Vicki Lawrence.
Comedian Pat McGann plays two shows at The Chicago Theatre this Saturday night!
April 22, 2023 01:26Chicago’s very own, comedian Pat McGann talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about this Saturday’s (4/22/2023) two performances at The Chicago Theatre! For tickets: chicago-theater.com.
Creed Bratton and Andy Buckley from TV comedy ‘The Office’ and The Reunion-Con at Navy Pier!
April 22, 2023 01:13Creed Bratton and Andy Buckley from TV Comedy ‘The Office’ join WGN Radio’s Dave Plier in studio to talk about ‘The Reunion’ at Navy Pier this weekend. For more info, visit reunioncon.com.
Kurt Neumann of Midwest rockers the BoDeans: New album, concert at the Des Plaines Theatre
April 22, 2023 01:05WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to the BoDeans founder and frontman Kurt Neumann on his rock & roll journey, latest album and his upcoming appearance at the Des Plaines Theatre on Friday, April 28th. For tickets, go to desplainestheatre.com.
Jagged Little Pill, now playing at Chicago’s Nederlander Theatre
April 15, 2023 00:00WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to ensemble player Daniel Thimm about Jagged Little Pill, the play inspired by the seminal rock album of the same name by seven-time Grammy Award winner Alanis Morissette. The Chicago premiere of the production is running for a limited engagement through April 23 only. Tickets: Broadwayinchicago.com.
Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago: ‘An Easter Message of Hope’
April 08, 2023 20:46Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about Easter weekend activities, the health of Pope Francis, and his ‘Easter Message of Hope.’
TV legend Henry Winkler on the 4th and final season of HBO’s ‘Barry’, new autobiography coming
April 08, 2023 01:36WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to TV legend and show regular Henry Winkler to talk about the upcoming season premiere of the 4th and final season of HBO’s ‘Barry’, working with Bill Hader, his first credited role om television, and the process to write his autobiography, due in October.
Musician Elle King on how country music reconnected her to her roots
April 08, 2023 01:33Country music bad-ass Elle King joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about her musical journey, from rock to country, her influences, the impact of her hit ‘Ex’s & Oh’s’, her new album “Come Get Your Wife,’ and her upcoming appearances in Chicago and Milwaukee.
WGN Morning News anchor Larry Potash on 12th season of ‘Backstory’, 75 years of WGN-TV
April 08, 2023 01:20WGN-TV’s Larry Potash talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about the new season of ‘Backstory’ which premieres on Saturday April 8th at 7pm. Dave and Larry also talk about WGN-TV’s 75th anniversary.
Frank Ferrante of Cabaret Zazou extends his run at Chicago’s Cambria Hotel!
April 01, 2023 01:07Frank Ferrante, star of Cabaret Zazou, now playing at the Cambria Hotel, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the experience unlike any other, a whirlwind of international cirque, comedy and cabaret served with a multi-course feast, craft cocktails, world-class acrobats, musicians, illusionists, madmen, and aerialists. What a show! For tickets, visit cabaretzazou.com.
Blue Ash Farm’s Mule Driver drink recipe
March 31, 2023 22:00Get into the ‘thank-goodness-it’s-Friday’ spirit with some spirits! What happens when a refreshing Moscow Mule combines with a classic Screwdriver? It results in this week’s Friday featured cocktail, the Mule Driver, made with Blue Ash Farm Vodka, orange juice and ginger beer. Enjoy the award-winning Blue Ash Farm Vodka distilled six times straight up, on the […]
Blue Ash Farm’s Oriole Manhattan drink recipe
March 24, 2023 21:38Get into the ‘thank-goodness-it’s-Friday’ spirit with some spirits! Orange liqueur, chocolate and hand-crafted, small-batch Blue Ash Farm Straight Bourbon Whiskey combine to make this week’s Friday featured cocktail, the Blue Ash Oriole Manhattan. Barrel aged four years, the Blue Ash Farm Bourbon achieves that not-too-sweet and not-too-dry balance and ends with a smooth finish. Hear more […]
Blue Ash Farm’s Maple Wisconsin Old-Fashioned Friday night drink recipe
March 10, 2023 23:30Get into the ‘thank-goodness-it’s-Friday’ spirit with some spirits, Fridays at 7:45pm with Dave Plier and Bill O’Donnell, CEO and founder of Blue Ash Farm Spirits. Nothing says Wisconsin like this week’s Friday featured cocktail: Maple Wisconsin Old-Fashioned, made with Blue Ash Farm Maple Bourbon. The recipe gives you options whether you like your Old-Fashioned sweet, […]