This week’s Hibernian Radio Hour, hosted by Mike Houlihan, opens with sponsor acknowledgments and a feature on John Kass titled “Everybody’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day.” Houli also congratulates Claire Cahill, the new 2026 Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade Queen, and highlights the upcoming Hibernian Movie Hooley Salon Series, including screenings of Redemption of a Rogue and Emerald City. The episode’s main segment is a replay interview with 2025 Queen Cara Walsh and her court, discussing the rich tradition of the Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Queen contest, parade day experiences, and the role of queens as ambassadors for Chicago’s Irish American community. The conversation also touches on community involvement, networking, and excitement for the annual parade.

Sponsored By: Fox’s Pizza of Mokena and Orland Park, Flood Bros., Madden Funds and Local 150 Engineers.