This week on Hibernian Radio, host Paddy Houlihan sits down with Pete Brown, grandson of legendary Chicago sportswriter Warren Brown and a great force in the world of finance and philanthropy. Pete shares colorful stories of his family’s remarkable legacy, from Warren’s friendships with sports icons like Jack Dempsey and Gene Tunney to his own rise on the Chicago Board of Options Exchange, where he went on to found X-Change Financial Access (XFA), the largest floor broker on the exchange. The conversation takes a deeply personal turn as Pete reflects on his daughter Kathleen’s childhood battle with cancer and how that journey ignited his lifelong passion for helping others. He highlights the incredible work of the Mulliganeers, a Chicago-based charity dedicated to helping children and families in need, which has raised more than $8 million to date. Pete also previews the upcoming 31st Annual Mulliganeers Golf Outing at Cog Hill on September 19th, inviting listeners to be part of this mission of “friends helping families.” Along the way, Pete offers insights into community, resilience, and the importance of storytelling—values passed down through his family that continue to shape his life’s work. Tune in for Chicago history, heartfelt reflections, and a powerful call to action to support the Mulliganeers at mulliganeers.org.

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