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The Tonight Show’s 70th anniversary with editor,...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/28

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates the 70th anniversary of The Tonight Show with Bill Carter, columnist, author and producer of ‘The Story of Late Night’, highlighting the legacy of the series and hosts Steve Allen, Jack Paar, Johnny Carson, Jay Leno, Conan O’Brien and Jimmy Fallon.

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The Tonight Show’s 70th anniversary with legendary...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/28

To celebrate The Tonight Show’s 70th Anniversary, WGN Radio’s Dave Plier shares his conversation with legendary bandleader Doc Severinsen, talking about leading the Tonight Show Band, working with Johnny, his fashion statements, favorite moments filling in for Ed McMahon, touring on the road and remembering the day that Johnny left us.

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David Eigenberg and Chris Stolte on 13 seasons of...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/27

Actors David Eigenberg and Chris Stolte talk to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about their 13 seasons on NBC’s Chicago Fire and TV shows turning 50 this year.

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WTTW’s Chicago Stories: Iconic stories about an...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/27

Anna Gardner, Executive Producer of WTTW’s ‘Chicago Stories’ joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the new season featuring stories about The Black Sox Scandal, Long-lost Amusement Parks, The Making of Playboy, House Music and more.

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Bill O’Reilly on new book ‘Confronting the...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/14

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Bill O’Reilly about his new book ‘Confronting the Presidents’: From Washington to Jefferson, Lincoln to Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Kennedy to Nixon, Reagan to Obama and Biden, the 45 United States presidents have left lasting impacts on our nation. Some of their legacies continue today, some are justly forgotten, and some […]

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80’s film ‘Sixteen Candles’ turns 40: A Chicagoland...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/14

Actor Anthony Michael Hall joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to celebrate the 40th anniversary of film classic ‘Sixteen Candles’, his appearance at The Hobart Art Theater in Hobart, Indiana on Saturday September 28, 2024. Plus… Anthony talks about his new role in Prime Video’s 3rd season of ‘Reacher’. For tickets visit etix.com.

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Comedy icon Eugene Levy co-hosts the Emmys this Sunday

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/14

Comedy icon Eugene Levy co-hosts the Emmys this weekend with his son Dan Levy! WGN Radio’s Dave Plier shares his conversation with Eugene, talking about Second City, SCTV, Vacation, Best in Show, American Pie, Waiting for Guffman, Schitt’s Creek, and more.

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Antenna TV series ‘Bewitched’ turns 60 with Erin...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/14

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates the 60th anniversary of TV classic ‘Bewitched’ with Erin ‘Tabitha’ Murphy. Bewitched airs on Antenna TV for a full hour at 6am and 11am weekdays. Visit antennatv.tv for more.

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Mike Rowe on the American job market, trade work...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/02

Mike Rowe from Discovery’s ‘Dirty Jobs’, Deadliest Catch’, podcast ‘The Way I Heard It’ and mikeroweworks.org joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to celebrate Labor Day, his Work Ethic Scholarships, the American work ethic, 810,000 fewer jobs than first reported this year.

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WGN-TV Morning News anchor Larry Potash celebrates 30...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/02

WGN-TV’s Larry Potash talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about his 30 years with the ole number 9, and the 30th anniversary of the WGN Morning News.

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Micky Dolenz of The Monkees appearing in Chicagoland...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/02

It’s Micky Dolenz of the Monkees, who joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about a half a century of music, their Emmy award-winning TV series, The Monkees friendship with The Beatles, opening act Jimi Hendrix, and lifelong friendships. Micky Dolenz will be LIVE on stage at The DesPlaines Theatre on Saturday October 19th and Sunday October 20th at the […]

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Weber Grill Ambassador Kevin Kolman: Tailgating, fall...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/02

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

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History of Labor Day, Pullman National Monument and...

Dave Plier ·

2024/09/02

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier and Dave Schwan talk about the history of the American labor movement and the legacy of comedian Jerry Lewis and what was an annual tradition on Labor Day weekend, the MDA telethon.

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Celebrating the life and legacy of TV legend Phil...

Dave Plier ·

2024/08/24

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates the life and legacy of TV legend Phil Donahue and shares his 2020 interview with Phil and his wife, Marlo Thomas, on the secrets to a long-lasting marriage.

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Dr. Ian Smith: New novel ‘Eagle Rock’, healthy habits...

Dave Plier ·

2024/08/24

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier sits down with Dr. Ian Smith to talk about the inspiration behind his Chicago-based new novel ’Eagle Rock’ and healthy habits for kids, parents, and grandparents as the school year begins.

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AAAAAY! Celebrating the 50th anniversary of TV’s...

Dave Plier ·

2024/08/17

This year marks the 50th anniversary of classic TV sitcom ‘Happy Days,’ which debuted in 1974! WGN Radio’s Dave Plier discusses the cultural impact of the series with the stars of the show including Marion Ross (Mrs. C.), Anson Williams (Potsie Weber), Don Most (Ralph Malph) and Henry Winkler (The Fonz).

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Totally the 80’s Part 2: Robert Hays, Valerie...

Dave Plier ·

2024/08/10

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates the eighties with part two of his radio special: ‘Totally the 80’s’, featuring conversations with Robert Hays from ‘Airplane’, Valerie Bertinelli from ‘One Day at a Time’, Chicago’s own Michael Gross from ‘Family Ties’, Chicago’s own Fred Savage from ‘The Wonder Years’, Alan Ruck from ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ and Martha Davis from ‘The Motels’.

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Don Barnes of 38 Special: Celebrating 50 years...

Dave Plier ·

2024/08/03

Don Barnes from 38 Special celebrates the band’s 50th Anniversary with WGN Radio’s Dave Plier, talks about how the band was formed, how they came up with the names, and the stories behind their biggest hits.

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Everyday phrases and the history behind them

Dave Plier ·

2024/08/03

Retired WGN Radio newsman Roger Badesch joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to explore common sayings and the unusual stories behind them including ‘Paint the town red’, ‘Blood is thicker than water’, ‘Let the cat out of the bag’, ‘Mind your Ps and Qs’ and more.

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Actress Julia Duffy of ‘Newhart’ with memories of...

Dave Plier ·

2024/07/27

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to actress Julia Duffy on the legacy of Bob Newhart, eight seasons on ‘Newhart’ and her latest role on Palm Royale with Carol Burnett and Kristen Wiig.

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