Dane Neal

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.

Regional Director for Lazy Dog Restaurants, Casey Salagaj joins Dane Neal live on WGN Radio. Hear as Casey shares all the celebrations coming up for National Dog Day between August 24th through the 27th. Listen as Casey fills us in on the “pet patio etiquette” and why Dogs are such a big part of the Lazy Dog story and family. Casey gives us the latest restaurant selections and menus with local, seasonal ingredients and cocktails to match with an incredible selection of beers and spirits including of course El Bandido Yankee Tequila. There is always great reasons to stop in and enjoy the food, drink (dogs) and atmosphere at Lazy Dog Restaurant and for more information on locations, events and more go to https://lazydogrestaurants.com/

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

On a recent episode of “On the Map”, Cathye Amos of Wind Creek Casino joined Dane Neal live on WGN Radio. Hear as Cathye shares Wind Creek’s new hotel and resort, their location in the Southland and some of the things guests are most excited about. Listen as Cathye fills on in on the acclaimed food options, with many different cuisines and the stunning roof top steakhouse named Alto and presented by celebrity Chef Fabio Viviani. Events, concerts, conventions and celebrations of all kinds are happening at Wind Creek, as well as relaxing stays in the guest rooms, suites and the world class spa. For more information on all things Wind Creek and to get in on all the action go to https://windcreek.com/chicagosouthland

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 

Casey Salagaj, regional operations director for Lazy Dog Restaurants, joins Dane Neal, filling in for Dave Plier, to discuss the restaurant’s National Dog Day celebration from August 24 through 27. He shares how guests can bring their furry friends to Lazy Dog’s dog-friendly patios, support Pet Partners with every dog bowl purchased, and explore the restaurant’s seasonal peach menu, craft beverages and scratch-made TV dinners.

Tairi Grace, executive director and founder of Grace Holistic Center for Education, joins Dane Neal, filling in for Dave Plier, to discuss the Yorkville school’s whole-child approach to learning. Tairi shares how its preschool-through-12th-grade program combines academics with mindfulness, hands-on career exploration, life skills, and flexible options for homeschool families.

WANNA Parlay co-founder Carson Coffman joins Dane Neal live on WGN Radio leading into the big summer weekend. Hear as Carson shares excitement around WANNA and how people are playing and winning with picks for the World Cup, UFC, PGA and more. Listen as Carson fills us in on the new groundbreaking part of the WANNA Parlay experience with the AI assisted and generated “1 click” parlay, giving players the ability to create strong parlays in any sport, instantly and in real time regardless of familiarity. Carson talks about recent winners and ways they have taken a few dollars and won hundreds and even thousands playing “The World’s Richest Parlay”. Dane and Carson share excitement around the World Cup, summer sports and how WGN Radio hosts and listeners have been getting in on all the fun! For more information and to start playing and winning go to the Apple or Google play stores, download WANNA Parlay and enter code “WGN” for an up to $250 deposit match. Stay tuned to WGN Radio for more and play your way to GameDay with WANNA Parlay!

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

Acclaimed TV and motorsports personality Rutledge Wood joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Rutledge shares excitement around his new line of all natural and all delicious soft drinks called “Fun Times Soda Pop”. Listen as Rutledge shares the inspiration for the brand and the challenges to bring the very best flavors and ingredients to the line and make it available to the masses. Rut and Dane talk about the 151 new 7-Eleven locations in Chicago and counting with New York and Atlanta growing as well. Rutledge talks about his appreciation for all the support and positivity so far and anticipation of a fun 4th of July family weekend and a summer filled with “Fun Times”. For information on all the flavors, locations and how to buy, go to https://www.funtimessodapop.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