Dane Neal

NASCAR Cup Series Driver Ty Gibbs joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Ty talks about his young career so far, already with multiple racing championships and Rookie of the Year awards. Listen as Ty shares thoughts on new tracks, challenges and expanding opportunities for fans of NASCAR. Ty gives input on this race in New Hampshire, the track and team success. With the Chicago Street Race coming up, Ty shares excitement to come back and race well along with looking forward to Chicago experiences during race weekend. For more information on all things Ty Gibbs and to check out the whole team go to https://www.joegibbsracing.com/ and for Chicago race weekend experiences, race times and tickets head to https://www.nascarchicago.com

Rising star in racing, Clay Curts joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Clay shares his journey in racing, childhood challenges and paying it forward to raise awareness for Clubfoot Solutions while getting wins on track. With so much success at his home track of Grundy County, Clay talks about the importance of local tracks to grow the next generation of drivers and build the future fans that will support them. Listen as Clay talks about favorite tracks he has raced and hopes for the future as his bright career continues. Clay’s connections also extend to our very own Chicago Blackhawks as he drives the 88 Blackhawks car owned by the Director of Ice Management (pictured). Clay fills us in on excitement for racing at the Milwaukee Mile and being part of El Bandido Yankee Racing for the weekend, joining Super Late Model legend Derek Thorn and Dirt Track Superstar Rico Abreu. Stay tuned for great things from Clay Curts and to follow him and the team for tracks, times, sponsors and more go to https://www.facebook.com/claycurtsracing?mibextid=ZbWKwL

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

Dirt track superstar Rico Abreu and El Bandido Yankee CFO Eric Lanz join Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Eric and Rico talk about the excitement of the big win at one of racing’s great venues, I-70 Speedway in Missouri. Listen as Rico talks about the perfect partnership and pulling it all together with multiple El Bandido Yankee activations happening at the track for fans. Eric shares the unique connection that Rico has with his fans and respect throughout motorsports for Rico Abreu, on and off the track. Rico fills us in on the season so far, with the win keeping him in the top 4 in the super competitive “High Limit Racing” series. Rico brings it all every race with his celebrity dog mascot “Gus” and one of the biggest and most supportive fan bases in racing as he and the team work towards a series championship this season!

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

Road America’s Communications Director John Ewert joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as John previews an incredible IndyCar series race weekend coming up for fans at the “National Park of Speed”. Listen as John shares the track history and why legendary drivers and the stars of today love to race and win at Road America. John fills us in on all the food, fun and upgraded facilities at the track for fans and the huge impact Road America and racing has on the local economy and statewide in Wisconsin. Beauty, serenity and SPEED, Road America in Elkhart Lake Wisconsin has it all. For more information on race times, tickets and events happening throughout 2024 go to https://www.roadamerica.com

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

Eagles’ legend and the inspiration behind the Hollywood hit movie “Invincible”, Vince Papale joins Jim Bob Morris and Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Vince shares the story behind his success and the amazing journey from schoolteacher to Captain of the Philadelphia Eagles. Vince fills us in on the backstory of the hit movie Invincible with Mark Wahlberg and how it all happened. Listen as Vince talks about Mike Ditka’s Gridiron Greats Hall of Fame event coming up and the excitement of being in Chicago soon to receive his award and celebrate with fellow NFL legends. For more information on Gridiron Greats events and ways to support the important work of the foundation and assistance of former players in need, check out https://www.gridirongreats.org/

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El Bandido Yankee co-founder Jim Bob Morris joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Jim Bob shares excitement for the race by bringing “Tequila to the Track” with trackside tailgates and fun for fans. Hear as Jim Bob fills us in on El Bandido Yankee being the Official Tequila of Raceday and why race fans love to “Break Out the Bandido”

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

4-time Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves joins Dane Neal during the live WGN Radio pre race show. Hear as Helio talks about excitement for the race, new role as a partial IndyCar team owner and his latest opportunity to be the first driver ever to win a fifth 500.

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

Racing legend Mario Andretti joins Dane Neal trackside to talk about the history, tradition and what makes the Indy 500 so special. Hear as Mario fills us in on the new blue “Winners Jackets” and what make IMS second to none. Listen as Mario talks about Kyle Larson trying to race both the Indy 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 in one day. Mario shares his thoughts on the CW series “100 Days to Indy” and the great place racing is in currently with content for fans.

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

Nascar on FOX broadcaster Jamie Little joins Dane Neal to share the magic and magnitude of the Indy 500. Hear as Jamie fills us in on what makes it the “Greatest Spectacle in Racing” and the excitement around Kyle Larson being in on all the action in Indy, looking to make history and then heading to Charlotte for the Coca-Cola 600!

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

WGN Radio host Dane Neal broadcasts trackside from the 108th running of the Indy 500. Hear as Dane is joined by the legendary Mario Andretti, current driver making history, Helio Castroneves, media stars Jamie Little and David Vrabel “Nascarcasm” and the voice bringing millions around the world watching “Back Home in Indiana”, our very own Jim Cornelison. Listen as El Bandido Yankee Tequila co-founder Jim Bob Morris calls in to celebrate as we preview the race, share the traditions, history and contemplate the weather for the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, heard right here on the original radio home of the Indy 500, 720 WGN!

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