Dane Neal

World Champion Pitmaster, star of BBQ Country on the Heartland Network and the man behind Blues Hog and the Shake-N-Bake BBQ team, Tim Scheer joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Tim shares excitement around the upcoming NASCAR weekend and the NASCAR Craftsman Truck series race where motorsports superstar Cleetus McFarland will be behind the wheel of the #4 “Stay Saucey” Chevrolet. Tim fills us in on how he and Cleetus got together and developed the official race team plan of “Eat Ribs…and WIN”. Talladega is the home of so much NASCAR history and Blues Hog will be adding to the memories with food demos, burnt ends and other BBQ samples, fun and a more than likely visit to Victory Lane! For race views from the #4 Stay Saucey Chevy, follow Cleetus McFarland’s in truck feed and at https://www.cleetusmcfarland.com and for all the winning that fans love with great sauces, rubs, food, fun and BBQ excellence check out https://blueshog.com/

This race weekend make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of Raceday! For events, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com

One of the country’s top voices and personalities in sports and sports gaming, Shaun Gold joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Shaun shares his take on this week’s Thursday night prime time match up with the New England Patriots…Shaun fills us in on ways fans are playing and winning with WANNA Parlay. Listen as Shaun talks about how WINNERS are really recognized and celebrated on WANNA Parlay. Shaun may be a native Californian, but the host of “Shaun’s Take” is also a lifelong Bears fan. Shaun gives his thoughts on some key games this weekend and some advice on how to maximize the fun, increase your chances of victory and play your way through GameDay with WANNA Parlay. For more information on Shaun and the latest word from WANNA check out https://wannaparlay.com/blog/ And be sure to download WANNA Parlay from the app store and enter code WGN for a $250 deposit match at https://wannaapp.go.link/czomf .  Stay tuned for the latest picks and predictions from WANNA Parlay with Hamp and OB all season long on WGN Radio!

Always WIN with the Undefeated Flavor of El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of GameDay! For events, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com 

Dane Neal, in for Dave Plier, spotlights a lineup of exciting Chicago-area events and attractions. Brian Eberle of Fade Black Tattoo Collective talks with Dane about The Living Canvas, an upscale art exhibition celebrating tattoo artistry.

Food Network star Duff Goldman also joined Dane to preview his upcoming one-man show, The Tao of Duff, coming to Chicago’s Bottom Lounge, where fans can experience his stories, humor, music, and creative inspiration up close and in person.

Chicago Bears superfan Tim Shanley, chats with Dane about the details of the upcoming Chicago Bears Tailgating Club event ahead of the team’s primetime matchup.

To close out this week’s episode show, Dr. Bill Kimberlin, who offered a look inside the highly anticipated Serial Killer: The Exhibition, showcasing authentic artifacts, interactive displays, and true-crime history currently on display in Chicago.

One of the country’s top voices and personalities in sports and sports gaming, Shaun Gold joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Shaun shares his take on this week’s top games and oldest RIVALRY with Bears – Packers week. Shaun fills us in on ways fans are playing and winning with WANNA Parlay. Listen as Shaun talks about features like the second to non Alternative Lines capability in WANNA Parlay. Shaun may be a native Californian but the host of “Shaun’s Take” is also a lifelong Bears fan. Shaun gives his thoughts on some key games this weekend and some advice on how to maximize the fun, increase your chances of victory and play your way through GameDay with WANNA Parlay. For more information on Shaun and the latest word from WANNA check out https://wannaparlay.com/blog/ And be sure to download WANNA Parlay from the app store and enter code WGN for a $250 deposit match at https://wannaapp.go.link/czomf . Stay tuned for the latest picks and predictions from WANNA Parlay with Hamp and OB all season long on WGN Radio!

Always WIN with the Undefeated Flavor of El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of GameDay! For events, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com 

The PA voice of the Chicago Bears, Bulls, Fighting Illini and iconic events like NBA All-Star Game and the World Cup, Tim Sinclair joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Tim shares his journey from college at Illinois to a career that has him calling some of the great games and moments in sports. Listen as Tim talks about his work that goes beyond the PA, including this year as Emcee for Mike Ditka’s Gridiron Greats Hall of Fame event. Hear Tim each game as the Bulls season starts and the Bears pursue the playoffs and follow Tim on social media. For more information on Mike Ditka’s Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund go to https://www.gridirongreats.org/

Always WIN with the Undefeated Flavor of El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of GameDay! For events, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com 

One of the country’s top voices and personalities in sports and sports gaming, Shaun Gold joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Shaun share his take on the start of football season so far and the ways fans are playing and winning with WANNA Parlay. Listen as Shaun talks about features unique to WANNA, like the “leaderboard”, chat capability, AI pick options and more. Shaun may be a native Californian but the host of “Shaun’s Take” is also a lifelong Bears fan. Shaun gives his thoughts on some key games this weekend and some advice on how to maximize the fun, increase your chances of victory and play your way through GameDay with WANNA Parlay. For more information on Shaun and Shaun’s Take podcast and social media check out https://www.facebook.com/share/1cq1xH3wqX/ . And be sure to download WANNA Parlay from the app store and enter code WGN for a $250 deposit match! Stay tuned for the latest picks and predictions from WANNA Parlay with Hamp and OB all season long on WGN Radio!

Always WIN with the Undefeated Flavor of El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of GameDay! For events, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com

WANNA Parlay co-founder Carson Coffman joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio to kick off a season full of winners on WANNA Parlay. Hear as Carson shares the latest with the app, from AI generated parlays to exclusive deposit match incentives and unique feature like the “leaderboard”, chat features and more. Now is the time to get in on all the action and win your way to GameDay with WANNA Parlay! Go to the app store and download for either Apple or Android and WGN listeners enter code “WGN” at sign up for a deposit match up to $250. Stay tuned to the Hamp and O’B show all season long for Jim Bob’s Pigskin Picks and all the predictions you’ll need to Break Out the Bandido for the biggest wins each weekend!

Acclaimed Chef and restaurateur behind one of the NY Times top Mexican restaurants and the James Beard Awards finalist, ORO by Nixta; Chef Gustavo Romero joins Dane Neal live on WGN Radio. Hear as Chef Romero shares his journey from Mexico to other great cuisines around the world and establishing the iconic Minneapolis Mexican food mainstay that is ORO by Nixta. Chef Romero talks about his vision for food, commitment to traditional corn and ways he brings his travels and training to the plate for his guests. Listen as he fills us in on fun with Guy Fieri and victories on the Food Network and why he is always excited for new experiences though food. Chef Romero talks about family, art and tattoos and how he is looking forward to being a part of the latest “Cocktails and Ink” episode with El Bandido Yankee and tattoo artist JP Rodrigues. For more information on ORO by Nixta and to make your way to Minneapolis to taste some of the nation’s very best Mexican flavors go to https://www.nixtampls.com/oro

Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Dane Neal (covering for Wendy Snyder) for this week’s health update. They discuss importance of getting a flu shot and answer some calls from listeners.

Dane Neal (in for Wendy Snyder,) Rob LaFrentz (in for Dave Schwan,) Eli Berk (in for sports), and Jeff Carlin start the show trying trying to keep cool by thinking of winter.

Seasoned TV host and motorsports personality, best known for hosting the hit show Floor Is Lava on Netflix & Top Gear USA, Rutledge Wood talks about his new endeavor…soda pop. Focusing on natural ingredients and catering people with allergies, Fun Times Soda Pop is Rutledge’s new passion project.

Dr. Santina Wheat, Program Director, McGaw Northwestern Family Medicine Residency at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, joins Dane to talk about flu shots, Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and answer questions from listeners.

A new installment of Two Truths and Eli, where Dane and crew have to figure out which news story is the fake one written by Eli, this one gets fishy.

Dane is joined by championship pitmaster Russ Lannom to talk about his hit series, Barbecue Country, and the grand finale of their holiday trilogy: the Labor Day Special! Discover what went down during the intense head-to-head backyard battles at historic Fiddler’s Grove.

Brian Eberle, host of the hit tattoo platform INKBOUND, and the incomparable Cleen Rock One, Ink Master champion and acclaimed artist, join Dean to talk about their craft and living the dream in Chicago.

Beef sandwich royalty, Joe Buonavolanto III check in with some news about the new The Bear inspired “The Beef Stand” the window from Buona Beef operating outside of the Rainbow Cone location in Wicker Park.

Dane caught up with legendary NHL analyst and Chicago native Eddie Olczyk to discuss his upcoming hosting duties for the V Foundation for Cancer Research Chicago Epicurean event on September 19th. Olczyk, who famously beat colon cancer in 2018, also opened up about his health and previewed the return of Patrick Kane to Chicago.

Acclaimed Chicago chef Matthias Merges joins the show to spotlight Pilot Light, a non-profit integrating food education into school classrooms. Merges shares how the program empowers kids to make healthier choices and previews the star-studded Feed Your Mind Gala, where top culinary talent unites to fight food inequity.

Next up, Dane catches up with longtime friend and Ace of Cakes star Duff Goldman to talk about the origin of his nickname and his life in California. Duff also previews his first-ever live one-man show, “The Tao of Duff,” bringing an evening of comedy, storytelling, and baking to Chicago’s Bottom Lounge on November 12, 2026.

Dane travels across the globe with Forbes writer and Booze Newz host Hudson Lindenberger to map out the ultimate European hidden gem: Estonia. Hudson shares his firsthand adventures navigating Tallinn’s fairytale medieval Old Town and the country’s pristine wilderness, while giving listeners the inside scoop on Estonia’s surprisingly booming craft distillery and local spirits scene.

Towards the end of the show, Dane fires up the grill with world-champion pitmaster Tim Scheer of Blues Hog BBQ and salutes the return of football with former NFL player turned El Bandido Yankee Tequila co-founder Jim Bob Morris.

Closing out the show, Emmy-winning personal technology journalist Jennifer Jolly joins Dane to talk about Apple getting into the folding-phone business and what to expect at Apple’s big fall product show.