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Treetime Christmas Creations and WGN Radio celebrate their Kickoff to Christmas with prizes, music, peppermint bark from Anderson’s Candy and holiday cheer! Owner, Laurie Kane joins the show to highlight the origins of Treetime and shows what her business has to offer in terms of Christmas decorations, including both warm and colorful Christmas lights, angel […]

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier welcomes Chicago ghostlorist, historian and author Ursula Bielski to explore the city’s most chilling ghost stories and her new book, The Complete Chicago Haunts: 200 Years of True Ghost Stories. From the legendary Resurrection Mary, the mysterious hitchhiker said to haunt Archer Avenue, to the eerie apparitions of Bachelor’s Grove Cemetery […]

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks with actor and singer David Naughton about the 45th anniversary of the cult classic horror-comedy An American Werewolf in London, the groundbreaking special effects and makeup that brought his terrifying transformation to life, and his iconic Dr Pepper commercials that made him a household name. “Wouldn’t you like to be […]

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks with bestselling author, journalist and political commentator Bill O’Reilly about his new book, Confronting America: What Has to Change, exploring the challenges facing the nation, the changing American culture, politics, education, family values and personal responsibility.

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks with Anna Gardner, executive producer of WTTW’s Chicago Stories, about the acclaimed documentary series and its new season, exploring the fascinating people, places and events that shaped Chicago. From the 1893 World’s Fair and the city’s legendary toy industry to its historic skyscrapers and rich Irish heritage, the series uncovers remarkable stories from […]

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks with music legend Micky Dolenz, the last surviving member of The Monkees, about his remarkable six-decade career in music, television and entertainment, the unforgettable hits that defined a generation, his memories of fellow Monkees Davy Jones, Michael Nesmith and Peter Tork, and more. See Micky LIVE at the historic Rialto […]

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier, also Chair of the Museum of Broadcast Communications, welcomed radio legend Fred Winston into the Radio Hall of Fame. They talked about Fred’s influences including Dick Biondi, his time at WLS and in rock radio, and some of his funniest moments on the air

TV’s Mike Rowe talks with WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about today’s job market, the growing demand for skilled trades, the value of hard work, and the powerful impact of his mikeroweWORKS Foundation.

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks with the legendary William Shatner, who recently turned 95, about his two upcoming Chicago performances during Riot Fest weekend, his new heavy metal album, 60 years of Star Trek, and his upcoming documentary, “The Sixty-Year Mission: How Star Trek Changed Television and the World,” opening October 9 at Regal Cinemas […]

Dr. Sharon Hesterlee, President and CEO of the Muscular Dystrophy Association, talks with WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about the impact of MDA today, advances in research and treatment, support for individuals and families living with neuromuscular diseases, and the organization’s enduring legacy, including the iconic Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon.

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier and Dave Schwan present their weekly segment, This Is History, looking back at Chicago’s Pullman Strike and its impact on the American labor movement and the establishment of Labor Day, plus the 60th anniversary of the Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon.

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier shares his conversation with music legend Justin Hayward of The Moody Blues during Bob’s Record Collection, celebrating the 40th anniversary of “Your Wildest Dreams,” the timeless music of The Moody Blues, and Hayward’s upcoming Chicago-area appearances. For tickets and more information, visit OShows.com.

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks backyard autumn grilling, tailgating tips, and more with Weber Ambassador Kevin Kolman.

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier speaks to author Wally Podrazik about his book Watching TV and the upcoming event at the Museum of Broadcast Communications in Chicago, on Saturday, September 19th at Noon. WGN Radio listeners get half off admission. Use promo code: WGN RADIO HALF OFF at museum.tv for tickets.

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks with Colin Hay, the legendary singer-songwriter and voice of Men at Work, about his remarkable musical journey, the band’s meteoric rise to international fame, and the timeless songs that defined a generation, including “Down Under,” “Who Can It Be Now?”, and “Overkill.” Hay also reflects on his acclaimed solo career, […]