Betty Mohr of Le Bon Travel & Culture joins Dean in-studio to review three productions playing in Chicago:  Elektra, opening Sat evening at Lyric Opera, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder at Porchlight Theatre and The Realistic Jones by Shattered Globe at Theatre Wit. They also discuss the uncomfortable feeling of disliking a production that critics enjoy and why sticking to your guns is important in criticism. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3592381/dr-betty-mohr-2-3-19_2019-02-03-120821.64kmono.mp3

Jarrett Payton joins Dean live from Atlanta to preview the game and talk about Walter Payton Man of the Year award winner Chris Long. The Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award recognizes an NFL player for his excellence on and off the field. The award was established in 1970. It was renamed in 1999 after the late Hall of Fame Chicago Bears running back, Walter Payton. Each team nominates one player who has had a significant positive impact […]

Chicago’s very own Bonnie Hunt joins Dean Richards on the phone for a fun filled look back at her career, including her undeniable chemistry with late-night legends Johnny Carson and David Letterman. She also talks about her role in the Showtime limited series Escape at Dannemora  and answers listener questions. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3590044/bonnie-hunt-1-27-19_2019-01-27-145844.64kmono.mp3

The cast of the Marriott Theatre’s Million Dollar Quartet stops by in-studio to talk with Dean about this new incarnation of the smash-hit show. They also perform two classic hits, “Walk the Line” and “Down by the Riverside” live in the WGN Performance Studio. Million Dollar Quartet runs now through March 10, 2019. Get your tickets now. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3590042/million-dollar-quartet-1-27-19_2019-01-27-145642.64kmono.mp3

Join Dean on the Greek Islands Food Time Segment as he takes calls from listeners to hear about YOUR favorite cold-weather recipes. Listeners offer up mouth-watering recipes, such as: chicken & dumplings, split pea soup, and Mississippi pot roast. You don’t want to miss this! http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3587718/3587718_2019-01-20-122418.128.mp3

Dean interview Angelo Pegni on his incredible restaurant, Sabatino’s, and its sad closing after 49 years in business. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3579596/3579596_2018-12-23-173936.128.mp3

Dean’s interview with Steve Carell on his new film, Welcome to Marwen, and his connection to Chicago. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3579594/3579594_2018-12-23-173234.128.mp3

Dean interviews Jason Momoa on his new hit blockbuster, Aquaman.  http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3579599/3579599_2018-12-23-174039.128.mp3

Dean gets a visit from the cast of the “It’s a Wonderful Life: Live in Chicago!” 2018 edition, who perform two of our most favorite scenes from the classic film. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3579597/3579597_2018-12-23-174037.128.mp3

The writer, actor, and director of the new YIPPEE KI-YAY MERRY CHRISTMAS: A DIE HARD Musical Parody  join Dean to discuss how they created their unique Die-Hard themed, Christmas musical. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3579595/3579595_2018-12-23-173335.128.mp3