Brian Noonan

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Brian gives a “Bow Tie Theatre Review” of “Latin History for Morons”, then discusses the Thanksgiving treats, Real ID’s and Popeyes Chicken’s new chicken sandwich.

Brian opens the show by talking with the Executive Chef of Catering over at Goddess and Grocer, Jill Dedinsky. Listen as Jill gives tips for getting everything done/ready at the same time. Plus: learn about Thanksgiving catering options from Goddess and Grocer!

Then, Brian brings you his Bow Tie Theatre Review of “Latin History for Morons” a play by John Leguizamo.

To wrap up the show, Brian and the crew talk about in the redundancy of having to get your Real ID, what exactly is a “bop” regards to music and whether or not Popeyes chicken sandwich is all the rage.

Brian Noonan is back in the overnight slot for Dave Plier. Tonight Brian brings back a fan favorite game of “Arcade” getting your calls and guesses. How did you do on the game?

Later Jose Lopez joins Brian in Studio to discuss his brewery Casa Humilde Cervecería Artesanal. What are the plans down the room? How did they get inspired to make beer?

Brian, along with news anchor Roger Badesch and producer Curtis Koch talk about a variety of topics, from bread, the baggers at Jewel Osco, Disney and their employees, and misheard song lyrics!

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Jose Lopez joins Brian in Studio to discuss his brewery Casa Humilde Cervecería Artesanal. What are the plans down the room? How did they get inspired to make beer? Jose gives insight into his brewery, which he runs with his brother Javier, and describes what makes their brewery stand out from the rest in the city of Chicago.

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WGN’s Nightside is brought to you by the one and only Brian Noonan!  Tonight we speak to Navy Pier Spokeswoman Payal Patel about the upcoming Navy Pier extravaganza Navy Pier Pumpkin Lights!  Then, Brian Noonan welcomes in Thelma Uranga from The National Museum of Mexican Art to speak on the popular Mexican holiday ‘Dia De Los Muertos’ which will be highlighted this year in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood.  Thelma speaks on the importance of the national holiday and what it means not only for the Mexican culture but it’s connection to the city of Chicago.  Listen in to hear the details and history behind the holiday and find out how you can be a part of the celebration with The Nation Museum of Mexican Art.  Moving right along, Brian Noonan speaks with actor and storyteller, David Payne about journeying into the incredible life of C.S. Lewis as he portrays the man himself in AN EVENING WITH C.S. LEWISat the Broadway In Chicago’s Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut) for a limited two-week engagement October 22 – November 3, 2019.  And finally, Eeek! It’s that time of the year where candy REALLY matters…Halloween!  WGN Radio host Brian Noonan and executive producer Michael Heidemann discuss the best and the worst when it comes to Halloween candy…Listen in!

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Brian Noonan speaks with actor and storyteller, David Payne about journeying into the incredible life of C.S. Lewis as he portrays the man himself in AN EVENING WITH C.S. LEWIS at the Broadway In Chicago’s Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut) for a limited two-week engagement October 22 – November 3, 2019.

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WGN Host Brian Noonan welcomes in Thelma Uranga from The National Museum of Mexican Art to speak on the popular Mexican holiday ‘Dia De Los Muertos’ which will be highlighted this year in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood.  Thelma speaks on the importance of the national holiday and what it means not only for the Mexican culture but it’s connection to the city of Chicago.  Listen in to hear the details and history behind the holiday and find out how you can be a part of the celebration with The Nation Museum of Mexican Art.  

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Eeek! It’s that time of the year where candy REALLY matters…Halloween!  WGN Radio host Brian Noonan and executive producer Michael Heidemann discuss the best and the worst when it comes to Halloween candy…Listen in!

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Brian discusses the Chicago teacher’s strike, Passion House Coffee’s partnership with Chance the Rapper’s charity SocialWorks and My State of Mind, Chicago decriminalizing mushrooms, the 17th Annual Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beer (FoBAB), Rockin’ for a Cure, and more!

Brian opens the show by discussing the Chicago teacher’s strike and taking calls from listeners about how they’re talking to their kids about it.

Then, Joshua Millman, founder and owner of Passion House Coffee, and Justin Cunningham, co-founder of Chance the Rapper’s charity SocialWorks, join Brian in-studio to talk about the partnership between their two organizations. Passion House will now serve their award-winning cold coffee brew in specially designed cans, and with every purchase, 50 percent of the proceeds benefit My State of Mind, which is SocialWorks’ mental wellness solution. MSOM aims to unify the broader mental health community, increase access and visibility of services, and make it admirable to be honest with yourself and others.

Then, Brian talks about over the weekend, Chicago became the largest US city to decriminalize entheogens — basically, psychedelic plants and fungi. Cody then gives a cautionary tale of psychedelics that involves a gift shop in Amsterdam and “magic truffles” with some hilarious commentary from Brian.

Then, Brian discusses a proposed tax that would affect solo rideshare passengers in downtown Chicago. He and Cody discuss the implications of such a tax and whether it might affect passenger behavior in the city.

Kevin Cary, owner of Begyle Brewing and president of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild, and Danielle D’Alessandro, executive director of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild, then join Brian in-studio to discuss the 17th Annual Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beer (FoBAB). On November 8th and 9th, more than 200 breweries from across the country will converge on Chicago to showcase 400 of the world’s rarest, most exclusive wood and barrel-aged beer, cider, mead, and perry at North America’s largest and most prestigious barrel-aged beer festival and competition.

Andy Cole then calls in to discuss Rockin’ for a Cure, an annual fundraiser hosted by the Dads’ Chapter of the Leukemia Research Foundation. Rockin’ for a Cure is a great event for dancing, singing along, and having fun to support the fight against all blood cancers. And on top of all that, Brian Noonan will be emceeing the event, which place on Tuesday, November 19, from 7pm-10pm at Durty Nellie’s (180 N. Smith Street) in Palatine.

Tonight on WGN’s Nightside Brian Noonan takes the mic as we bring you a look at everything from the reasons behind roosters to the most hydrating drink ever! David Hochberg joins us to discuss ways to svae money and to help you organize your mortage to stay out of debt.  Then, Nick Bowling (Director) and Jed Feder (actor) join host Brian Noonan to chat about the hit show Oslo which is coming to Chicago for a limited run at Chicago’s Broadway Playhouse (175 E. Chestnut) from Sept 10 – Oct 20th 2019.  The remarkable story weaves through the conversations that led to the Israeli prime minister and the chairman of the Palestine Liberation Organization shaking hands on the White House lawn in 1993.

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Nick Bowling (Director) and Jed Feder (actor) join host Brian Noonan to discuss the hit show Oslo which is coming to Chicago for a limited run at Chicago’s Broadway Playhouse (175 E. Chestnut) from Sept 10 – Oct 20th 2019.  The remarkable story weaves through the conversations that led to the Israeli prime minister and the chairman of the Palestine Liberation Organization shaking hands on the White House lawn in 1993.

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