Karen Conti is joined in studio by Damon Cheronis, Criminal Defense Attorney, to discuss the grand jury into Russian election interference, the Michelle Carter sentence, and the upcoming Van Dyke/Laquan McDonald trial. Next, Karen talks with Attorney, Dan Webb, as he just completed a trial against ABC News for the “Pink Slime” meat case. Then, John McDonough, CEO and President of Chicago Blackhawks, shares his experiences while working with the Blackhawks team. Comedian Tom Dressen also joins Karen in studio […]

Brian discusses his experience trying to ride flamingos, talks autism with By Your Side President Brad Balduf, recaps seeing Paul McCartney live, and much more. To kick off the show, Brian tells a hilarious story of trying to ride flamingos at the zoo. “I was going all Jon Snow at the Brookfield Zoo today” is an actual quote from his story, so you definitely don’t want to miss it! Then, Brian is joined in-studio by By Your Side President and […]

Brian and the crew debate whether a hot dog is a sandwich, and Jonathan Pritchard stops by the studio to talk mentalism and more. To kick off the show, Brian talks about some of the latest antics from five-year-olds that he’s been interacting with over the last few weeks, including how he dealt with certain “meltdown” stories.  He also draws some interesting parallels between his experience with kids and his interactions with adults every day. Brian and the crew then […]

The Chicago Tribune’s John Byrne joins Brian Noonan, in for Dean Richards,  to talk about the latest between Chicago and red-light cameras and how the city agreed to a $38.75 million settlement in the red-light ticket lawsuit. Listen to find out if you’re eligible for a payment. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3378674/3378674_2017-07-23-150014.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3749.mp3

Owner and Founder of Aloha Poké Co.  Zach Friedlander joins Brian Noonan, in for Dean Richards, to talk about the latest Chicago food craze; Poké. They talk about the history of the dish that came from the streets of Hawaii and are now a delicious must-have for Chicagoans. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3378678/3378678_2017-07-23-150918.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3749.mp3

Anthony Murphy (Genie) and Jonathan Weir (Jafar) from Broadway in Chicago’s Aladdin, adapted from the Academy Award®-winning animated Disney film and centuries-old folktales including “One Thousand and One Nights,” join Brian in-studio to talk about the show and give away tickets to some lucky listeners. Brian asks Anthony and Jonathan how they prepare for an intense schedule, how they’ve made the roles of Genie and Jafar their own, and what it’s like to play a hero versus playing a villain in a major theatrical production. […]

Brian talks being stuck in a box with his wife, ethical quandaries, and Dr. Alan Hirsch discusses his latest study. To kick off the show, Brian talks to Roger Badesch in the newsroom about the Irish fest. Brian and his wife volunteered to be “locked in a box together for 3 hours”! They also discuss ethical quandaries, as Brian found money laying on the ground and had to decide whether to keep the money or try to return it. Then, […]

The Top Five@5 Monday, July 3rd, 2017: The Illinois House  approves a $5 billion tax hike to try and end the state’s financial woes, the man charged with the kidnapping of a U of I student appears in court, Chris Christie sunbathes on a closed beach, an 11-year-old gets a perfect score on the Mensa I.Q. test and a brewery reveals a beer that hydrates.

Brian talks escape rooms and puzzle design with experts from Escape Artistry, then learns about 70MM film as The Music Box 70MM Film Festival begins. To kick off the show, Brian talks to Roger Badesch in the newsroom about his Independence Day themed garb, including an American flag headband that he just can’t stop looking at. Roger discusses his returning role as the Parade Reviewing Stand announcer for the 2017 Skokie 4th of July Parade. Then, Maren Rosenberg and Melissa […]

News Editor for Blue Sky Innovation Ben Meyerson joins Brian Noonan, in for Dean Richards, to talk about the latest shake up at Uber with the resignation of CEO Travis Kalanick. They discuss what’s next for the rideshare disruptor, the Uber work culture, and how the changes at the top may affect Chicago.