Director of Operations and Sales for the ASA Stars National Tour, Marty Melo joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Marty fills us in on things coming for the expanding tour with TV contracts, new races on track and all the excitement of Super Late Model racing. Hear as Marty shares top drivers ready to race for next season and fun for fans and families that will be out at great local tracks to hopefully “Break Out the Bandido” in 2025. For more information on events, tracks, TV, tickets and more, go to https://starsnationaltour.com

Next 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

WGN’s Dane Neal, in for John Williams, chats with wine expert Mark Oldman to find out which wines are trending this holiday season as well as the wine that consumers should buy for their Christmas gatherings. Mark also talks about his experience as a wine professional and discusses where most wine is being purchased.

Dr. Jeffrey Kopin, Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, joins WGN’s Dane Neal to discuss the importance of staying healthy in a busy holiday and winter season. Dr. Kopin talks about COVID’s effect on us now compared to 2020 as well as certain health issues that tend to spike during the holidays. Dr. Kopin gives tips to stay healthy when doing physical activities in the cold.

Segment 1: WGN’s Dane Neal talks with consumer technology journalist Jennifer Jolly about technological trends from this year that have grabbed the interest of many, such as Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, new features in Apple products, and more. Jennifer Jolly also highlights kid’s technology products that do more than what the eye can see.

Segment 2: Dane Neal chats with former professional baseball player Andy Carter about his travels and favorite attractions in Charlotte, North Carolina. Andy also talks with Dane about his work with the Wanna Parlay sports book and some of the best parlays to get involved with, including this year’s NHL Winter Classic. Carson Coffman, one of Wanna Parlay’s founders, also talks with Dane and Andy about the sports book’s features.

Segment 1: Dane Neal, in for John Williams, chats with Duce Raymond, Director of Culinary at Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ, about his family ties to Sweet Baby Rays BBQ sauce and its success compared to other known barbecue sauces.

Segment 2: Drinking Editor for Newcity/Chicago Dave Hammond joins WGN’s Dane Neal to discuss his trip to Mexico to celebrate Thanksgiving. Dave also talks with Dane about his book, Made in Chicago: Stories Behind 30 Great Hometown Bites, and the dishes that are appropriate for the holiday season.

President of Travis Manion Foundation, Amy Looney Heffernan, joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Amy shares the message and mission of the foundation which is to “Empower veterans and families of fallen heroes to develop character in future generations”. Listen as Amy shares the inspiration for the foundation and key programs and initiatives in action today. Amy fills us in on the excitement around the iconic Army vs. Navy football game and the Travis Manion Foundation Tailgate with Tailgreeter. This premiere tailgate will bring veterans, friends, families and fans together to celebrate while raising funds and awareness. Amy also shares the new book “The Knock at the Door” out now, and written by Amy Looney, Heather Kelly and Ryan Manion. This book features these three Gold Star Women, linked forever by unimaginable loss and their inspirational journey that began on the worst day of their lives. For more information about Travis Manion Foundation, the programs, ways to get involved and also the book go to https://www.travismanion.org. For more information on times and tickets for the tailgate go to www.Tailgreeter.com

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

Legendary wrestling coach, Olympic gold medalist and the namesake of the “Dan Gable Donnybrook”, Dan Gable joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio along with Luke Eustice from the Iowa City Area Sports Commission. Hear as Coach Gable shares the excitement around the tournament and the big picture of bringing more attention, the best competition and building the sport. Listen as Luke fills us in on the journey of growing the Donnybrook and some of the great teams that will in on all the action. Top teams from 6 border states of Iowa will take to the mats, including Illinois #1 ranked 2A Montini Catholic Broncos along with Mt. Carmel, Joliet Catholic and around 40 others. Both boys and girls teams will compete for championships and medals representing tournament excellence and history as a tribute to the 1972 Olympics, where Dan Gable went Undefeated and unscored upon on the way to winning gold. Coach Gable and Luke talk about the world class experience and facility for the Dan Gable Donnybrook and how the tournament is growing to be one of the premiere events on the schedule and a title every team is hoping to take. For more information on teams, wrestlers, tickets and timing for everything, be sure to go to https://wegotnext.org/events/dan-gable-donnybrook/

Ben Mulberry, GM of Sodexo for K-State joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Ben shares the excitement around the recent “Tequila Takeover” at Bill Snyder family Stadium on the campus of Kansas State University. Chicago and K-State have two big things in common, with the one and only Jim Bob Morris and Chicago’s favorite tequila, El Bandido Yankee. Listen as Ben talks about the special GameDay activations, including El Bandido Yankee Blanco with branded Yeti shakers and tumblers in all the nearly 90 suites as well as El Bandido Yankee signature margaritas flowing from every concession stand. Ben shares the action of game day and how Sodexo brings in all the elements to maximize the fan experience, whether it’s a Wildcat football weekend or one of the many other NCAA division one sports at K-State. Sodexo operates in over 4,800 locations in the United States and you can follow them and find all about the one near you on social media @SodexoGroup. 

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

Veteran, entrepreneur and billionaire business leader Bob Parsons joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Bob shares the inspiration behind his new book and the stories readers will find inside. Listen as Bob talks about life lessons and the journey from Baltimore to billionaire as well as all the challenges and fun along the way. Bob gives thoughts on helping to launch a generation of businesses through GoDaddy, his love for tech and dedication to veterans and great causes through the foundations he supports to this day. For more information on all things Bob and the new book check out https://bobparsons.com/

Racing legend, champion and Indy 500 winner, Danny Sullivan joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Danny shares excitement around the new show with legendary guests and all the stories in on Racers Roundtable. Listen as Danny talks about the guests from all over racing with IndyCar, NASCAR, NHRA, Sprint cars and more. The show is hosted by Danny and 3-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion Tony Stewart and guests include super stars like Mario Andretti, Big Daddy Don Garlits, Ryan Blaney and many more! Guests relax with friends and share all the behind-the-scenes action from some of the biggest moments and careers in motorsports. New episodes premiere on Wednesdays at 10pm ET only on MAVTV and soon available on the MAVTV GO streaming app. For more information, go to https://mavtv.com/news/mavtvs-original-series-racers-roundtable-brings-motorsports-legends-together-to-share-special-moments-stories-that-helped-shape-their-careers

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