Dane Neal

Star dirt track driver Rico Abreu joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Rico shares his passion for racing and appreciation for fans and families at the track. Rico talks about his recent visit to the Indy 500 and how he is excited to help raise awareness for dirt track racing and experience amazing events with fans, drivers and friends in racing. Listen as Rico fills us in on recent wins, breaking records and being dialed in on track with his team. Rico shares excitement for being part of El Bandido Yankee Racing and building his own Bandit persona into the Official Tequila of Raceday. Rico Abreu is So FAST its Criminal so keep up with him this summer if you can at https://ricoabreu.com/ and for events, cocktails, recipes, race weekends and more, make it “Tequila At The Track” at www.elbandidoyankee.com

Communications Director at Road America John Ewert joins Dane Neal on this Memorial Day to discuss Josef Newgarden’s victory at the Indy 500 on Sunday as well as Road America’s upcoming events such as the Sonsio Grand Prix on June 15th-18th.

In the final two hours of this Memorial Day show, Dane Neal, filling for Lisa Dent, is joined by Dining and Drinking Editor for Newcity/Chicago, David Hammond, to highlight several Chicago delicacies and discuss the James Beard Awards. Then, Ray “Dr. BBQ” Lampe, calls in and shares his thoughts on whether or not there’s a true Chicago-style of barbecue. After, co-owner of Al’s Beef, Chris Pacelli, talks about the origins of Chicago’s staple Italian beef spot.

In the third hour of this Memorial Day show, Dane Neal, filling for Lisa Dent, is joined by owner of Blues Hog Barbecue, Tim Scheer, to talk about the Barbecue Hall of Fame, the Windy City Smokeout, and his own personal barbecue set-up. Later in the hour, syndicated columnist for the Chicago Tribune Eileen Ogintz calls in to talk travel as we kick off summer trips!

In the second hour of this Memorial Day show, Dane Neal, filling for Lisa Dent, is joined by the owner of Aurelio’s Pizza, Joe Aurelio, to talk about the pizza chain and its relationship with the city of Chicago. Then, president of Lettuce Entertain You restaurants, R.J. Melman, addresses the organization’s partnership with NASCAR as they prepare for the upcoming street race.

In the first hour of this Memorial Day show, Dane Neal, filling for Lisa Dent, is joined by CEO and President of Visit Indy, Leonard Hoops, to discuss the various attractions in Indianapolis, including White River State Park, Lucas Oil Stadium, and more! Later, singer, Jim Cornelison talks about his career and his performances at sporting events like the Indy 500 and Blackhawks home games.

16-time NHRA Funny Car World Champion John Force joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as John shares excitement to be back at Route 66 Raceway and importance for the sport to be back in the Chicago market. Listen as John talks about history in Chicago, great fans and racing in the Midwest. John fills us in on key sponsors and appreciation for support including longtime relationships with Chevrolet. Family is a focus for John Force and he shares his daughters racing, including Top Fuel Champion Brittany and racing connections throughout. John Force loves Joliet and fans will be able to meet and greet the Force Racing family and all the stars of the NHRA with each and every ticket being a Pit Pass. For more information on drivers, schedules and tickets be sure to check out www.nhra.com

This race weekend make it #TequilaAtTheTrack with El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of Raceday! For information, events, recipes, cocktails and more go to www.elbandidoyankee.com 

NHRA Funny Car World Champion Ron Capps joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Ron shares his appreciation for being back in the Chicago area and going for his 3rd consecutive Championship this year. Ron fills us in on the satisfaction so far as a team owner and challenges overall, while maintaining top form on track. Ron talks about his food adventures over the last couple years and fun ways to connect with fans and great food spots around the tracks they travel to. See Ron Capps in the Napa Toyota with all the stars of the NHRA This weekend and for tickets and more go to www.nhra.com

This Race Weekend make it #TequilaAtTheTRACK with El Bandido Yankee the Official Tequila of Raceday! For information, events, recipes, cocktails and more go to www.elbandidoyankee.com

NHRA Funny Car star and Italian American Sports Hall of Famer Alexis DeJoria joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Alexis shares excitement to be back in Chicago and on track to make even more history as the first female driver to ever make 200 professional starts. Listen as Alexis fills us in on her best start to a season so far putting her 2nd in points going into Route 66. Alexis shares her fun with festive sponsors and long time Tequila street cred as she races with Bandero during the 2023 season. For more information and to keep up with all things Alexis go to https://alexisdejoria.com/

Springfield native and NHRA Funny Car star Tim Wilkerson joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Tim talks about great support from friends and fans that this Illinois based race team has seen over the years and excitement to get back to one of the top facilities in racing. Listen as Tim shares appreciation for long time local sponsors like Levi, Ray & Shoup and great new supporters with Scag Power Equipment. See Tim and all the stars of the NHRA this weekend at Route 66 Raceway and for information, schedules and the tickets that are ALL Pit Passes check out www.nhra.com

This Race Weekend make it #TequilaAtTheTRACK with El Bandido Yankee the Official Tequila of Raceday! For information, events, recipes, cocktails and more go to www.elbandidoyankee.com