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Northwestern Medicine: Symptoms and remedies for RSV,...

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/27

Dr. Sindhu Aderson joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier, filling in for Bob Sirott, to talk about the symptoms and remedies for RSV, strep, flu and COVID.

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The Year in Politics with Paul Lisnek: Biden, Trump,...

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/26

WGN-TV’s Paul Lisnek joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier, filling in for Bob Sirott, to talk about the year in politics including the wars in Ukraine, Israel, the 118th U.S. Congress being the most unproductive since the Great Depression, President Biden’s impeachment inquiry, the Hunter Biden investigation, President Trump indictments; and state and city headlines including the […]

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Dean’s Entertainment Report: Holiday Weekend Box...

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/26

WGN-TV’s Dean Richards joins Dave Plier, filling in for Bob Sirott, to talk about a lackluster holiday weekend box office, Taylor Swift, interviews with the cast of the new ‘The Color Purple’ and more!

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Dan Hampton recaps the Bears win over the Cardinals

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/26

Dan Hampton joins Dave Plier, filling in for Bob Sirott, and Andy Masur to break down the Chicago Bears win over the Arizona Cardinals on Christmas Eve.

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The Year in Dining with Sam Toia, President of the...

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/26

Sam Toia, President of the Illinois Restaurant Association joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier, filling in for Bob Sirott, to talk about this year’s restaurant closures, openings, and trends for 2024.

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Dave Plier’s Favorite Conversations of the Year Part...

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/26

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier, filling in for Bob Sirott, shares his Favorite Conversations of 2023 Part 1, including TV icon Henry Winkler and music legend Smokey Robinson.

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Cardinal Blase Cupich: A Christmas conversation with...

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/23

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier, along with his two eldest children, Josh and Emma, visit with Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, at his private residence to talk about the true meaning of the Christmas season, The Declaration Fiducia Supplicans, the power of Catholic Charities, the history of the grand mansion, and the importance of family traditions.

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The legacy of Dr. Seuss and ‘How the Grinch Stole...

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/23

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier shares his conversation with official Dr. Seuss biographer Dr. Judith Morgan about the legacy of Theodor Geisel and the story behind “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”.

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Music legend Smokey Robinson: The Sound of Motown,...

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/16

Music legend Smokey Robinson, member of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters’ Hall of Fame, Kennedy Center Honors recipient, winner of the National Medal of Arts, a Grammys Living Legend Award, inclduing an Honorary Doctorate from Howard University, helped shaped the sound of Motown with close friend Berry Gordy. WGN Radio’s […]

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Chicago’s own Michael Gross: ‘Family Ties’, Michael...

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/16

Actor and University of Illinois Chicago alum Michael Gross joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the donation of more than 50 boxes of papers, scripts, photographs and other memorabilia from his long career to the University Library Special Collections; ‘Family Ties’ and working with Michael J. Fox, Meredith Baxter, Justine Bateman, his role as […]

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Geoffrey Baer on WTTW special ‘The Most Beautiful...

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/16

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer and his most recent special, ‘The Most Beautiful Places in Chicago 2’. 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 […]

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Remembering Norman Lear

Dave Plier ·

2023/12/06

Norman Lear, the television writer, producer and director who redefined TV comedy by pushing boundaries through the use of controversial social issues as subjects for humor, has died at age 101. In 2014, WGN Radio’s Dave Plier spoke with Lear about his career creating groundbreaking television.

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Remembering legendary children’s TV producer Marty...

Dave Plier ·

2023/11/26

Marty Krofft, along with his brother Sid, were responsible for some of the most memorable children’s TV shows of the 1960s and 1970s including “The Banana Splits,” “H.R. Pufnstuf,” and “Land of the Lost,” as well as other hits including “Donny & Marie.” Marty died Saturday at age 86. In 2018, shortly after receiving a Lifetime Achievement […]

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Comedy icon Chevy Chase: National Lampoon’s Christmas...

Dave Plier ·

2023/11/23

Comedy icon Chevy Chase joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about the classic holiday film ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’, Caddyshack, Fletch, Funny Farm, and his appearance at The Chicago Theatre on Sunday, November 26th. For tickets visit chicagotheater.com/theaters

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Thanksgiving dinner tips with Weber Grill Ambassador...

Dave Plier ·

2023/11/23

Weber Grill Ambassador Kevin Kolman talks turkey on your grill, sides and more, and actress Tiffani Thiessen shares recipes for your Thanksgiving leftovers.

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Mr. Christmas, Johnny Mathis: His music, his legacy,...

Dave Plier ·

2023/11/23

Music legend Johnny Mathis joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about his 60-year career, his love of holiday music, and his Christmas Show at The Rosemont Theatre on Saturday, December 9th. Visit Johnnymathis.com for more!

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The history of Thanksgiving in America: Plymouth...

Dave Plier ·

2023/11/23

WGN Radio’s Dave Plier and Dave Schwan share the history of the very first Thanksgiving and the traditions that have developed over the years.

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VIDEO: TV legend Henry Winkler in studio on his...

Dave Plier ·

2023/11/18

Winkler gets personal with his new memoir about his childhood, dyslexia, and career.

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Grammy and Oscar-winning musician Melissa Etheridge:...

Dave Plier ·

2023/11/18

Grammy Award-winning rockstar and activist Melissa Etheridge joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about her latest book, ‘Talking to My Angels’, taking stock of her intervening years, recounting the euphoric triumphs and the life-altering tragedies of her life. Plus, her new Broadway show, ‘My Window,’ and why she loves her favorite NFL football team.

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Goose Island’s Bourbon County Stout 2023 Release:...

Dave Plier ·

2023/11/18

Goose Island’s annual Bourbon County Stout lineup will be released on Black Friday with six new beers! WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Mike Siegel, Senior Innovation Manager for Goose Island, about this time-honored tradition, the history, the process, and why Bourbon County Stout resonates with both the beer and bourbon connoisseur.

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