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Nostalgia Digest Winter Edition: Life and times of Humphrey Bogart, a conversation with Carol Burnett, Mel ‘The Man of a Thousand Voices’ Blanc, music icon Johnny Mercer
December 11, 2021 04:00Steve Darnall, editor-in-chief of Nostalgia Digest Magazine, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the winter edition of his quarterly publication.
Preparing your Thanksgiving table: Savory recipes and more with TV’s Rachael Ray
November 25, 2021 15:20TV’s Rachael Ray joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to kick off the holiday season with Thanksgiving tips, recipes for her favorite sides, and her passion for food! ‘The Rachael Ray Show’ airs weekdays at 1pm on WGN-TV.
Lauren Magiera from WGN-TV Sports previews the Bears – Lions game, Thanksgiving traditions
November 25, 2021 15:19WGN-TV’s Lauren Magiera is stuck in Detroit this Thanksgiving and joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to preview the Bears-Lions game on Thanksgiving Day, plus they talk about the importance of family and the traditions that go along with them.
The Greater Chicago Food Depository: We can break the cycle of hunger together
November 25, 2021 15:18With 1 in 6 Cook County residents turning to their network each year, our neighbors who need emergency food assistance are much closer to home than many realize. To discuss what you can do to help, Dave Plier talks to Jim Conwell of The Greater Food Depository.
Dean Richards Entertainment Report, Thanksgiving 2021: Weekend movies, upcoming WGN-TV holidays specials
November 25, 2021 15:17WGN-TV’s Dean Richards joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier for his Thanksgiving Entertainment Report, including upcoming WGN-TV specials and Dean’s recipes for your Thanksgiving dinner.
The History of Thanksgiving in America: Plymouth Rock, pies, parades and Presidential pardons
November 25, 2021 15:16WGN Radio’s Dave Plier and Dave Schwan share the history of the very first Thanksgiving and the traditions that have developed over the years.
The 25th Anniversary of the Edison Park Turkey Trot: Benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association and The Cradle
November 25, 2021 15:15WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Mary O’Connor about the 25th Annual Edison Park Turkey Trot, benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association and The Cradle.
Bourbon Country Stout 2021 preview with Goose Island’s Mike Seigel and Emily Kosmal, plus beer connoisseur Brian Noonan
November 20, 2021 04:17Mike Siegel and Emily Kosmel from Goose Island and beer fanatic Brian Noonan join WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about this year’s highly anticipated Bourbon County Stout releases, the inspiration behind each recipe, this year’s Black Friday process, and the growth of the barrel-aged beer industry.
Lauren Magiera from WGN-TV Sports: Bears v. Ravens, Bulls are hot, and Nieman Marcus ‘Christmas Fantasy Catalog’
November 20, 2021 04:14Lauren Magiera is back with Dave Plier to preview this Sunday’s Bears v. Ravens matchup, the spark behind the Bulls’ hot streak, and her picks from the extravagant Nieman Marcus ‘Christmas Fantasy Catalog’.
Actress and comedian Susie Essman from HBO’s ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’: Season 11
November 20, 2021 04:10WGN’s Dave Plier welcomes back the ridiculously funny Susie Essman to talk about the ongoing 11th season of HBO’s ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’. What is your favorite episode of ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’?
Holiday happenings at Macy’s on State Street: The Great Tree, Walnut Room, holiday windows and more
November 20, 2021 04:08Andrea Schwartz, Vice President of Macy’s, joins Dave to talk about their re-imagined holiday traditions, access to The Great Tree, The Walnut Room to-go, Frango mints, the holiday windows, and more. For more information, visit https://macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/
Bang Bang Pie’s sweet Thanksgiving treats
November 20, 2021 04:07Dave talks to Michael Ciapciak, owner of Bang Bang Pie, about their sweet and savory Thanksgiving delicacies, locally sourced ingredients, and more.
The 246th Chicago Marine Corps birthday celebration: Marines Helping Marines with Dana Oswald, president of the Chicago Marines Foundation
November 08, 2021 17:59Former Marine Dana Oswald, President of the Chicago Marines Foundation, talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about their event this Wednesday November 10th, just before Veterans’ Day to celebrate the Marine Corps 246th birthday. For tickets and more information, visit chicagomarinesfoundation.org.
Dave Plier Show’s ‘Terror on the Air’: Butch Patrick from TV classic ‘The Munsters’, Exploring haunted Chicago with Ursula Bielski, Horror radio plays ‘Suspense: On a Country Road’ and ‘Suspense: The House in Cypress Canyon’
October 31, 2021 14:37It’s The Dave Plier Show’s Halloween Special: ‘Terror on the Air’! While musician and filmmaker Rob Zombie is reimaging TV classic ‘The Munsters’, Dave welcomes original Munster Butch Patrick to talk about life on the set with his co-stars, the influence and history of the Universal monsters, the connection to the sitcom and how horror and comedy work together. […]
Actor David Arquette: 25th anniversary of ‘Scream’, new owner of all things ‘Bozo’
October 23, 2021 03:22Actor David Arquette joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the 25th anniversary of horror classic ‘Scream’, the new ‘Scream’ movie coming out in early 2022, and his purchase of the rights to all things ‘Bozo’.
WGN newsman Roger Badesch: A fond farewell with Dave Plier, Brian Noonan and Matt Bubala
October 23, 2021 03:20Longtime WGN news anchor Roger Badesch joins Dave Plier to celebrate his upcoming retirement with special guests Brian Noonan and Matt Bubala, and we’ll play ‘This Day in Old Man Music’, plus… we’ll look back at some classic Chicago commercials and more!
Pinball wizard Gary Stern: Chicago’s Pinball Expo, Barcades, new games ‘Godzilla’, ‘The Mandalorian’, ‘Led Zeppelin’, ‘Avengers: Infinity Quest’
October 23, 2021 03:18Gary Stern, CEO of Chicago-based Stern Pinball, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to trace their Chicago-based company’s lineage from the early 1930’s to the founding of modern pinball, the growth of arcade bars across the country, a preview of Chicago’s Pinball Expo, and their newest games. For more information on Stern Pinball visit Sternpinball.com and pinballexpo.net […]
Lauren Magiera from WGN-TV Sports: Bears’ Justin Fields vs. Bucs’ Tom Brady, Jordan and Pippen make NBA’s 75 Best Players, Patrick Kane finally celebrates 1000th game
October 23, 2021 03:14WGN-TV’s Lauren Magiera joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to preview the Bears-Bucs matchup on Sunday, Jordan and Pippen make NBA’s 75 Best Players, Patrick Kane finally celebrates his 1000th game, and a little news on the release of this year’s Bourbon County Stout from Goose Island.
Fiendish Halloween treats and caramel apples from Anderson’s Candy
October 23, 2021 03:13WGN Radio’s Dave Plier welcomes back Katie Anderson to talk about their amazing chocolate, Halloween treats and fall favorites as they celebrate over 100 years! For more information about the delicious treats Anderson’s has to offer, visit their website at andersonscandyshop.com.
Andrew Zimmern on new show ‘Family Dinner’ on Discovery+ and Travel Channel’s ‘Bizarre Foods’ franchise
October 09, 2021 03:04TV’s Andrew Zimmern is back with WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about new series ‘Family Table’ on the Magnolia Network and Discovery+, the importance of eating together, his ‘Bizarre Foods’ franchise and more.
Lauren Magiera of WGN TV Sports: Justin Fields is Bears QB1, White Sox in October, First Blackhawks regular season game next week
October 09, 2021 03:03Lauren Magiera from WGN-TV Sports joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier for their weekly chat as they preview this Sunday’s Bears game with Fields as QB1, White Sox in October, Blackhawks first regular season game next week and a quick conversation on their favorite Halloween movies.
Frank Ferrante of Chicago’s Teatro ZinZanni: An experience like no other, now playing at The Cambra Hotel
October 09, 2021 03:02Frank Ferrante, star of the highly acclaimed ‘Teatro ZinZanni’ joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about an 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 zinzanni.com.
Chicago’s own Lecy Goranson of TV classic ’Roseanne’ and ABC-TV’s ‘The Conners’ in-studio
September 25, 2021 03:05WGN Radio’s Dave Plier welcomes actress Lecy Goranson in studio for the first time to talk her love of Chicago sports and the 4th season of ABC-TV’s ‘The Conners’.
Lauren Magiera of WGN-TV Sports: Bears vs. Browns, Sox clinch AL Central for first time since 2008, Last day at Arlington, Blackhawks Training Camp
September 25, 2021 03:03Lauren Magiera from WGN-TV Sports joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier for their weekly chat as they preview this Sunday’s Bears game, the legacy of Arlington Park Racetrack, Sox clinch the AL Central, Blackhawks first pre-season game next Friday.
Oktoberfest at The Historic Berghoff Restaurant: Family history, Chicago liquor license #1, Authentic German recipes
September 25, 2021 03:00Pete Berghoff, 4th generation proprietor of Chicago’s Berghoff Restaurant joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the history of his establishment, Adams Street Brewery, his authentic German menu, cocktails, and Okotberfest, now through Sunday October 10th.
David Eigenberg and Chris Stolte on the 10th season premiere of NBC’s ‘Chicago Fire’
September 18, 2021 03:37Actors David Eigenberg and Chris Stolte of NBC’s ‘Chicago Fire’ join WGN Radio’s Dave Plier in studio to preview the Chicago-based drama’s 10th season and test their knowledge with some Chicago trivia. David also talks about the reboot series based on ‘Sex in the City’. For more information on ‘Chicago Fire’ visit nbc.com/chicago-fire.
Lauren Magiera from WGN-TV Sports: Chicago Bears home opener preview
September 18, 2021 03:37Lauren Magiera from WGN-TV Sports talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about the Chicago Bears’ home opener and Sox & Cubs baseball.
Radio legend Kevin Matthews: A new season of Jim Shorts’ ‘Pig Skin Picks’, ‘Elevator a GoGo’, Broken Mary returns to Chicago
September 18, 2021 03:37Radio icons Kevin Matthews and Jim Shorts join WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to give their ‘Pig Skin Picks’ for the Chicago Bears home opener. Plus Kev talks about his latest project Elevator a GoGo and the return of Broken Mary to Chicago this Sunday at St .Bernadette Parish in Evergreen Park. For more, visit www.stbernadettechurch.org.
Rock the Badges: Chicago first responder charity event
September 18, 2021 03:36Chicago Police Lieutenant and attorney John Garrido joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about ‘Rock the Badges’, an upcoming first responder charity fundraiser to benefit the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation and the Ignite the Spirit Fund. Saturday 9/18-Sunday 9/19. For more info, visit, rockthebadges.com.
Dr. Ian Smith: Vaccination update, How students are facing a pandemic of stress, Better eating habits
September 18, 2021 03:36Dr. Ian Smith joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk vaccination updates, how to help students face stress and eating better for a healthier lifestyle.
Edison Park Restaurant Week: Support your neighborhood small businesses
September 18, 2021 03:35Amanda Harres, Executive Director of the Edison Park Chamber of Commerce, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about Edison Park Restaurant Week with the proprietors of Tavern at the Point, Pizzaboy, Moretti’s, The Curragh, Que Onda and Nonno Pino’s. For more information, visit www.eprestaurantweek.com.
‘Totally the 80s’: Music legends Bryan Adams and Kevin Cronin, TV favorites John Stamos, George Wendt and Fred Savage, film icons Lea Thompson and Anthony Michael Hall
September 11, 2021 02:52Dave Plier presents ‘Totally the 80’s’, featuring conversations with John Stamos from ‘Full House’, musician Bryan Adams, Tony Danza from ‘Taxi’ and ‘Who’s the Boss’, Anthony Michael Hall from cult films ‘Vacation’ and ‘The Breakfast Club’, Lea Thompson from blockbuster ‘Back to the Future’, Fred Savage from ‘The Wonder Years’ and George Wendt of ‘Cheers’.
Celebrating comedy icon Bob Newhart’s 92nd birthday!
September 06, 2021 15:05WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to comedy legend Bob Newhart as he celebrates his 92nd birthday, the 60th anniversary of the original ‘Bob Newhart Variety Show’ from 1961, the impact of his two award winning sitcoms, Grammy award winning comedy album ‘The Button Down Mind of Bob Newhart’, and more!
Fox News’ Chris Wallace: The 20th anniversary of 9/11 and new book: Countdown Bin Laden: The Untold Story of the 247-Day Hunt to Bring the Mastermind of 9/11 to Justice
September 06, 2021 15:04Chris Wallace from Fox News talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about his new book: Countdown bin Laden as we remember the 20th anniversary of 9/11.
Chicago Marine Foundation: Honoring the eleven Marines, one Navy corpsman and one soldier recently killed in Afghanistan
September 06, 2021 15:01Former Marine Dana Oswald, President of the Chicago Marines Foundation joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the upcoming Walk to Remember 9/11 Memorial Hump, honoring the Eleven Marines, one Navy corpsman and one soldier recently killed in Afghanistan. Saturday 9.11.21: @0730 – Meet at the bean; 0746 – moment of silence; exact time the first bldg […]
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report 9/6/21: First jobs, barbeque tips
September 06, 2021 15:00Dave & Dean talk about first jobs, Dean’s 30 years with WGN-TV, 27 years with WGN Radio, Dave’s nearly 10 years with WGN Radio, bbq tips and more.
Robin Baumgarten and Paul Konrad Celebrating 25 Years on the WGN Morning News
August 28, 2021 03:03WGN-TV’s Robin Baumgarten and Paul Konrad join WGN Radio’s Dave Plier in studio to celebrate 25 years with the WGN Morning News! Get ready for a ‘laugh out loud’ conversation.
Robin Baumgarten and Paul Konrad celebrating 25 years on the WGN Morning News
August 28, 2021 03:03WGN-TV’s Robin Baumgarten and Paul Konrad join WGN Radio’s Dave Plier in studio to celebrate 25 years with the WGN Morning News! Get ready for a ‘laugh out loud’ conversation.
Lauren Magiera of WGN-TV Sports: Bears preseason comes to a close, Chicago’s ‘Crosstown Series’
August 28, 2021 03:01The ultra-talented Lauren Magiera from WGN-TV Sports talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about this weekend’s Crosstown Series, covering the Bears, the last pre-season game of the year and more!
Chicago’s Rainbow Cone takes to the streets: Where will their ice cream trucks show up next?
August 28, 2021 03:00WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Lynn Sapp, 3rd generation owner of Chicago’s iconic Rainbow Cone, about it’s history, future, and where their trucks will be all weekend.
‘The Far Out 70s’: TV icons Jimmie Walker, Henry Winkler, Alan Alda, Rob Reiner and more, plus music legend Gene Simmons
August 21, 2021 02:59Head back to ‘‘The Far Out 70’s’ on the Dave Plier Show! Featuring conversations with Christopher Knight of ‘The Brady Bunch’, Henry Winkler of ‘Happy Days’, Jimmie Walker from ‘Good Times’, Suzanne Somers of ‘Three’s Company’, Alan Alda of ‘M*A*S*H’, Rob Reiner of ‘All in the Family’, plus a bonus conversation with Rock & Roll […]
Harvey, Illinois’ own Tom Dreesen: ‘The Man Who Made Sinatra Laugh’ on August 28th at the Comedy Shrine Theater in Aurora
August 07, 2021 03:08Comedian Tom Dressen joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about his upcoming return to Chicago on Saturday August 28th at the Comedy Shrine Theater for his one man show ‘The Man Who Made Sinatra Laugh’. For tickets, visit comedyshrine.com.
How ‘The Rural Purge’ 50 years ago created modern television
August 07, 2021 03:07Walter Podrazik, author of ‘Watching TV’ joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the fascinating story of ‘The Rural Purge’, how cancellations of popular rural-themed television shows in the early 1970s such as Green Acres, Petticoat Junction, Lassie, Hee-Haw, and The Beverly Hillbillies would reshape television, and bring a higher level of quality to the […]
170 Years of family fun at the Wisconsin State Fair
August 07, 2021 03:07Kathleen O’Leary, CEO of the Wisconsin State Fair (now through Sunday August 15th in West Allis, WI) joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to share the best ways to explore this 170 year old family tradition across the border.
Celebrating TV legend Lucille Ball on her 110th birthday
August 07, 2021 03:06WGN Radio’s Dave Plier pays tribute to TV legend Lucille Ball on what would have been her 110th birthday by sharing his interview with the only living cast remember remaining from ‘I Love Lucy’, Keith Thibodeaux, who played ‘Little Ricky’.
Anderson’s Candy: A tribute to beloved chocolatier Leif Anderson
August 07, 2021 03:06Katie Anderson of Anderson’s Candy joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about their famous chocolates, truffles, toffee, upcoming events and a tribute to her father, Leif Anderson, friend of ‘The Dave Plier Show’ and longtime sponsor at WGN Radio, who passed away earlier this summer at the age of 71.
Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Neal Schon of legendary rock band Journey: ‘Don’t Stop Believin’ at 40, Chicago’s Lollapalooza, new album, auction of more than 100 guitars
July 31, 2021 04:10WGN Radio’s Dave Plier spends a full hour with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Neal Schon from Journey, who is in town to play Lollapalooza, and they talk about the band’s 5 decades in rock, the 40th anniversary of mega-hit ‘Don’t Stop Believin’, their new album and the upcoming auction of over 100 guitars from […]
Scotch whisky: The unexpected Summer spirit
July 31, 2021 04:09WGN Radio’s Dave Plier welcomes whiskey connoisseur and Aberlour Brand Ambassador Callum O’Donnell to talk about why Scotch is the unexpected spirit of the summer, cocktail recipes and the best whiskey bars in Chicago.
Lauren Magiera from ‘GN Sports’: Cubs trade Rizzo, Baez and Bryant, Simone Biles’ Olympic exit
July 31, 2021 04:09Lauren Magiera from WGN-TV Sports kicks off her first regular appearance on ‘The Dave Plier Show’, talkng about big trades by the Cubs ahead of the trade deadline and the positive and negative reactions to U.S. gymnast Simone Biles’ decision to step away from the Tokyo Olympics.
MTV at 40 with original ‘Vee-Jay’ Nina Blackwood
July 31, 2021 04:08Original MTV Veejay Nina Blackwood talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about the very beginnings of music television and the 40th anniversary of the network that killed the radio star.