Photographer Sandra Steinbrecher joins Rick Kogan to talk about her book, “The Salt Shed: Transformation of a Chicago Landmark.” Follow Sandra on Instagram @sandysteinbrecherphotography. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6370513/6370513_2024-09-09-114013.64kmono.mp3
Miles Harvey joins Rick Kogan to discuss his debut short story collection, “The Registry of Forgotten Objects.” https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6010583/6010583_2024-08-26-163123.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniversary of the John ...
Candace Jordan joined Rick Kogan to share a recap of the DNC in Chicago last week and some fun events in Chicago as the summer comes to a close. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6010502/6010502_2024-08-26-165402.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Democratic National Convention 2024 in Chicago Zorn: City taking a well-deserved DNC victory lap .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} How are businesses doing now that the DNC is over? .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Candid Candace: A recap of the DNC in Chica...
The talented Jenny and Robin Bienemann join Rick Kogan to discuss Jenny’s new book, “Sundays with Jenny.” https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6010464/6010464_2024-08-26-163804.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniversary of the John Scopes...
Writer and actor Mitchell Bisschop joins Rick Kogan to talk about the world premiere of his one-man show that explores the life of Chicago newspaper veteran Mike Royko. Bisschop’s show “Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago” previews on September 5 at the Chopin Theater with a limited run through September 29. For tickets and more information visit chicagomitch.com/royko . https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5911421/5911421_2024-08-19-002121.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation ...
Gary Houston joins Rick Kogan to talk about the 30th Anniversary of the Chicago Quarterly Review and his Nelson Algren reading for Mary Wisniewski’s audio “Algren: A Life.” https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5911406/5911406_2024-08-18-234506.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-...
Inside Publications columnist Tom O’Gorman joins Rick Kogan to talk about the history of political conventions and the book “Inside the Wigwam.” https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5911405/5911405_2024-08-18-232305.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenod...
Marc Smith and Mark Eleveld join Rick Kogan to talk about the new podcast, “Thru the Mill with Marc Kelly Smith.” https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5677309/5677309_2024-08-11-232809.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniversary of the Joh...
John St. Augustine joins Rick Kogan to talk about the book, “Ironman: Legendary Chicago Cubs Catcher,” which is available only through Lulu.com . https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5677311/5677311_2024-08-11-232511.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:eveno...
Journalist and media personality Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to talk about the ten great reasons to love summer in Chicago . https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5677312/5677312_2024-08-12-002112.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniver...
Gabe Oppenheim, the new director of La Grange Park Library, joins Rick Kogan to talk about the recently renovated library and the grand reopening this past Saturday. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5523811/5523811_2024-08-04-235811.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:...
John Mark Hansen, University of Chicago political science professor, joins Rick Kogan to discuss Chicago’s long history as political convention host. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5524181/5524181_2024-08-04-232221.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:e...
Magician David Parr joins Rick Kogan to talk about his Magic Lounge engagement now through September 25th. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5524188/5524188_2024-08-04-234428.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniversary of the John Scope...
Mike Osacky joins Rick Kogan to talk about a sports memorabilia convention and a special Babe Ruth jersey on auction for millions of dollars. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5524525/5524525_2024-08-05-002825.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} ...
Bill Bowe joins Rick Kogan to talk about his fascinating life as captured in “Riots & Rockets.” https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5413470/5413470_2024-07-28-230610.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniversary of the John Scopes ‘Monk...
Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to catch up on the party and benefit scene in Chicago. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5413504/5413504_2024-07-28-230304.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniversary of the John Scopes ‘Monkey Trial’ .cl...
Producer Harvey Moshman and star Will Clinger join Rick Kogan to talk about the return of “Wild Travels” for its fourth eight-episode season starting at 5 pm on August 3rd on WTTW-Ch.11. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5362105/5362105_2024-07-22-160905.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate...
Mark Dvorak joins Rick Kogan to talk about his life, his latest CD, “Live and Alone,” and his new book, “31 Winters: Finding the Folk Way”. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5362109/5362109_2024-07-22-160709.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 10...
Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan for her report on what is upcoming on the entertainment and benefit scene in the City! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5304092/5304092_2024-07-15-003432.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniversary of th...
Phil Donlon, Actor and Producer, and Gabriel Mann, Director, Writer, Narrator, and Cinematographer join Rick Kogan to talk about their film, “Hotshot”. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5304093/5304093_2024-07-15-005633.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule...
Writer Brigit Binns joins Rick Kogan to talk about her latest book, “Rotten Kid: A Succulent Story of Survival”. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5304094/5304094_2024-07-15-003334.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniversary of the John...
Irene Michaels joins Rick Kogan to talk about new recordings and performance “Irene Michaels & Friends,” 7 p.m. Tuesday at Jazz Showcase . https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5275951/5275951_2024-07-08-003551.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd}...
Poet/Musician/Tour Guide J.J. Tindall joins Rick Kogan to talk about his life and work. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5275952/5275952_2024-07-08-000052.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniversary of the John Scopes ‘Monkey Trial’ .c...
Literary Hall of Fame president Don Evans joins Rick Kogan to talk about this year’s Fuller Award winner, poet Patricia Smith, and the ceremony Thursday at the Poetry Foundation. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5275953/5275953_2024-07-08-002353.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines...
Dean Jobb joins Rick Kogan to talk about his latest book, “A Gentleman and a Thief: The Daring Jewel Heists of a Jazz Age Rogue,” and a Monday, July 8 interview with Jon Eig at the bookstall in Winnetka. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5270473/5270473_2024-06-30-230113.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at ...
Maureen and Marc Shulman and Tanji Harper join Rick Kogan to talk about the Happiness Club and its July 14 bash at Park West. For more information visit happinessclub.com . https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5270474/5270474_2024-06-30-235314.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-...
Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to check in about the summer social scene. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5270480/5270480_2024-07-01-004420.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniversary of the John Scopes ‘Monkey Trial’ .cls-7{fill:#ff...
Judy Royko joins Rick Kogan to talk about the new Newberry Library exhibition, “Chicago Style: Mike Royko and Windy City Journalism.” For more information visit newberry.org . Later on, Dr. Michael Streiche joins Rick and Judy to talk about his teenage brush with Mike Royko. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5231658/5231658_2024-06-24-000058.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edi...
Justin Singer, General Manager of Emporium Arcade Bar, joins Rick Kogan to talk about this wild summer at Emporium Arcade Bar. For more information visit emporiumarcadebar.com . https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5231649/5231649_2024-06-24-002549.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines ...
Writer Libby Fischer Hellman joins Rick Kogan to talk about her latest book, “Max’s War.” https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5231641/5231641_2024-06-24-005841.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan New ‘Hamlet’ adaptation stars Chicago’s Daniel Kyri .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Paul Teodo previews the third edition of ‘Listen Up!’ .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Adopt a cat at Forever Fortunate Felines .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} 100th anniversary of the John Scopes ‘Monkey Trial’ ...
