Dane Neal

Dane Neal fills in for Lisa Dent on this Memorial Day.

Segment 1: Joe Buona of Buona Beef joins Dane Neal about the aftermath of National Italian Beef Day!

Segment 2: Veteran Kathryn Spangler joins Dane Neal to discuss mental health, transitioning to civilian life, and the help she received from Veterans Path to Hope. For more information and resources visit, www.mchenrycountyil.gov/ and artoflivingcounseling.com.

Segment 3. Dana Ringer of the Night Ministry joins Dane Neal to discuss the resources they provide to Chicago’s unhoused population. Dana talks about shelters, support to obtain stability, and their upcoming event with Lou Manfredini.

Segment 4: Karen Wright, Executive Director of Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund, joins Dane Neal, in for Lisa Dent to discuss how the GGAF impacts the lives of retired NFL Players. The fund provides financial grants and pro bono medical assistance to retired NFL players who need it. Dane and Karen also discuss the upcoming Gridiron Greats Hall of Fame and this year’s inductees. For more information, visit https://www.gridirongreats.org.

Austin Hunt with the West Point Association of Graduates joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Austin shares the efforts of the WPAOG and the support they offer to Alumni and Cadets with the 2025 graduation coming up. Listen as Austin fills us in on the traditions of the “Firstie Social” and how West Point seniors get together and celebrate while learning about opportunities available through the Association. Austin fills us in on the excitement around some of the activations happening, including El Bandido Yankee Tequila and how the Cadets were able to create their own cocktail for the event and incorporate the 2025 Class Motto into the name. The El Bandido Yankee “Thriving Lime” for the West Point Class of 2025 who’s motto is “Together We Thrive” is the featured cocktail for the Firstie Social this year. For more information on all the efforts of WPAOG and how you can learn more, participate and support, be sure to go to https://www.westpointaog.org/

This holiday weekend be sure to celebrate with the Red, White and Blue-Weber Agave of El Bandido Yankee. For events, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com

Defending Top Fuel Champion Antron Brown joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Antron shares the excitement to be back, team goals this year and what fans can expect at the historic 25th Anniversary of the NHRA Route 66 Nationals! 

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

Acclaimed Chef and restauranteur Brian Malarkey joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Brian shares the excitement around his latest hit TV show on the Food Network, Cutthroat Kitchen “Knives Out”. Listen as Chef Malarkey goes over the rules and ways contestants play and win as well as the other celebrity Chefs in on all the action as judges. This show is ruthless, and the devious Brian Malarkey shows no mercy as the Chefs faces challenges and each other in the quest to survive and win a share of $100,000! Chef Brian Malarkey also shares his hometown of San Diego and the restaurant scene being honored coming up in Chicago for the James Beard Awards. For information on Cutthroat Kitchen Knives Out, the star-studded cast, showtimes and more go to www.foodnetwork.com

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

IndyCar, NASCAR, USAC Champion and racing Hall of Famer, Tony Stewart joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Tony talks about his incredible career and the transition to Top Fuel in the NHRA. Listen as Tony shares his recent Top Fuel win and the significance for him, the team and the sport of Drag racing. Tony Stewart and wife Leah welcomed son Dominic in recent months and Tony talks about the dynamic of the family and racing this season. Tony Stewart has won so much in motorsports and shares his appreciation and respect for NHRA and the excitement around being back in the Chicago area for the 25th anniversary of Route 66 Nationals! For more information on Tony, the team and tickets for the fastest racing on the planet go to www.nhra.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 

World Champion driver for Kalitta Racing, Shawn Langdon joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio to share excitement around his victory in the 1000th Top Fuel race for the NHRA. Hear as Shawn breaks down the race and how the legendary Big Daddy Don Garlits got in on the celebration as history was made. Shawn also fills us in on leading the way so far this season and looking to add to the wins in Chicago during the 25th anniversary weekend at the Route 66 Nationals! For more information on tickets, the teams and all the stars of drag racing taking to the track go to www.nhra.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

World Champion BBQ Pitmaster and man behind Blues Hog BBQ, Tim Scheer joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Tim shares the excitement around the Blues Hog Stay Saucey Chevrolet being on track and on national TV with the CW and NASCAR for the Andy’s Frozen Custard 300 in TX. Listen as Tim tells us how the deal with Jr. Motorsports took shape and all the action happening at the track. NASCAR Cup Series Champion Kyle Larson was behind the wheel and the Blues Hog BBQ Sauce was flowing in Victory Lane as taste buds took the checkered flag! For more information on all the award-winning flavors of the sauces, rubs, meats and more head to www.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 elbandidoyankee.com

Reef Relief Program Manager, Alicia Manfroy joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear how Alicia became inspired by the Keys and made her way from the Bay area to Florida for her career. Listen as Alicia shares the situation near Key West and the Barrier Reef with needs and the support work of Reef Relief. Alicia fills us in on the important work of Reef Relief in the community and the educational outreach that is essential to the area. Alicia shares the recent Key West visit by El Bandido Yankee Tequila co-founder Chris Chelios and the jersey to support Reef Relief efforts going on. For more information on Alicia and the team plus all the important work happening, check out https://www.reefrelief.org/

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

Victor Tenorio of Fat Rosies joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio to share excitement around the celebrations at all 7 Chicagoland locations. Listen as Victor goes over the menu hilights and ways guests will be enjoying the food and drinks at Fat Rosies. Each location will feature Mariachi Bands and music with drink specials including great cocktails, margaritas and shots featuring El Bandido Yankee Tequila. Victor fills us in on big and breaking news with new Fat Rosies locations happening in Oak Brook soon and beyond Illinois in the near future! For more information on all the holiday happenings at Fat Rosies locations go to https://www.fatrosies.com/

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

Barrio Queen creative Director, Andrew Patti joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Andrew sets the stage for Cinco de Mayo celebrations happening at all the Barrio Queen locations. Listen as Andrew shares favorites on the menu, like the acclaimed table side guacamole and beloved dishes including signature tacos, enchiladas and special selections like the Molcajete Mixed Grill and award winning warm Churros. Great cocktails are always available at Barrio Queen with many featuring the ultra smooth and all natural El Bandido Yankee Tequila. Andrew fills us in on all the action happening around the holiday weekend with activations and entertainment at each location and always family fun and value on the menu! For more information on food and festivities at each location, plus drink specials including El Bandido Yankee Tequila margaritas and more, go to https://www.barrioqueen.com

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