On the Map

On the Map

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On the Map episodes

  • On the Map: Make Ludington your autumn travel destination!

    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier hosts Brandy Miller, the Executive Director for Pure Ludington, to delve into why Ludington, Michigan, stands out as a top choice for your fall travel plans! Learn about the diverse autumn options available, including biking along the scenic Cartier Park Pathway, exploring the trails within Ludington State Park, kayaking the Pere Marquette River, enjoying the Ludington Lumber Days celebration, and more. For additional details and a list of upcoming events, go to pureludington.com.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7720946/On_the_Map_Make_Ludington_your_autumn_travel_destination__2025-09-19-193846.64kmono.mp3
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    On The Map: Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns
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    Head to Berghoff Restaurant for Oktoberfest!
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    Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest starting September 25th!
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    Oktoberfest happening this weekend at Goebbert’s
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    On the Map: Ludington’s Michigan steamship adventure
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    18 min
  • On the Map: The Frolic & Block Party at Kenosha’s Franks Diner; Visit Kenosha, Wisconsin’s Harbor Town

    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Kevin Erwin, proprietor of 99-year-old Franks Diner in Kenosha, WI, to talk about their historic rail car diner, garbage plates, Bloody Marys, cinnamon rolls, homemade soups, breads, and this Saturday’s Frolic & Block Party. Dave also talks to Meredith Jumisko, Public Relations Director at Visit Kenosha, about all the things to do and places to go in Wisconsin’s harbor town.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7709108/On_the_Map_The_Frolic_Block_Party_at_Kenosha_s_Frank_s_Diner_Visit_Kenosha_Wisconsin_s_Harbor_Town_2025-09-13-000808.64kmono.mp3
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    On The Map: Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns
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    Head to Berghoff Restaurant for Oktoberfest!
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    Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest starting September 25th!
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    Oktoberfest happening this weekend at Goebbert’s
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    On the Map: Ludington’s Michigan steamship adventure
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  • On the Map: Make Hocking Hills your fall destination

    James Martin, Communications Director of the Hocking Hills Tourism Association, joins Dave Plier to talk about the fall beauty of Hocking Hills! Hear them share when to visit for peak color times, the Hocking Hills Trail Run, and everything else that makes it a wonderful travel destination for your fall getaway! Visit explorehockinghills.com to learn more.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7709055/On_the_Map_Make_Hocking_Hills_your_Fall_destination_2025-09-12-231855.64kmono.mp3
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    On The Map: Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns
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    Head to Berghoff Restaurant for Oktoberfest!
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    Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest starting September 25th!
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    Oktoberfest happening this weekend at Goebbert’s
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    On the Map: Ludington’s Michigan steamship adventure
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  • On the Map: Showcasing the 2025 Chicago Jazz Festival

    Heather Ireland Robinson, Executive Director of the Jazz Institute of Chicago, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to highlight the Chicago Jazz Festival taking place through Sunday, August 31st, 2025. She highlights ways to experience jazz in Chicago, as well as opportunities available for kids and emerging artists.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7687603/Chicago_Jazz_Festival_8-29-25_2025-08-30-181803.64kmono.mp3
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    On The Map: Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns
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    Head to Berghoff Restaurant for Oktoberfest!
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    Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest starting September 25th!
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    Oktoberfest happening this weekend at Goebbert’s
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    On the Map: Ludington’s Michigan steamship adventure
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    12 min
  • On the Map: Everything Labor Day 2025

    Jason Lesniewicz, Choose Chicago’s Senior Director of Cultural Tourism, joins Dave Plier to talk all things Labor Day in Chicago. Hear all about the Chicago Jazz Festival, Taste of Polonia, North Coast Music Festival, and much more!

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7687611/On_the_Map_Everything_Labor_Day_2025_2025-08-30-195511.64kmono.mp3
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    Head to Berghoff Restaurant for Oktoberfest!
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    Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest starting September 25th!
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    Oktoberfest happening this weekend at Goebbert’s
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    On the Map: Ludington’s Michigan steamship adventure
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  • On the Map: Experience Grand Rapids and the 15th year of ArtPrize

    Kate Lieto, Vice President of Marketing for Experience Grand Rapids, and Catlin Whitington, Executive Director of ArtPrize, join WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to highlight the 15th year of ArtPrize, the world’s most attended public art event. They share what you will see at the annual event as well as the upcoming Breakaway Music Festival, Return to the River Fest, and much more!

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7651371/On_the_Map_Experience_Grand_Rapids_and_the_15th_year_of_ArtPrize_2025-08-15-233811.64kmono.mp3
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    On The Map: Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns
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    Head to Berghoff Restaurant for Oktoberfest!
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    Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest starting September 25th!
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    Oktoberfest happening this weekend at Goebbert’s
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    On the Map: Ludington’s Michigan steamship adventure
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    17 min
  • On the Map: Visit Lake County, Road Trips, and Six Flags

    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier is joined by Visit Lake County’s Director of Marketing, Jonathan Jones, to highlight their numerous activities, such as Lake County Road Trips, Six Flags Great America, Jurassic Gardens, local summer festivals, and more! Go to visitlakecounty.org to learn more.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7544677/7544677_2025-07-26-030717.64kmono.mp3
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    On The Map: Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns
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    Head to Berghoff Restaurant for Oktoberfest!
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    Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest starting September 25th!
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    Oktoberfest happening this weekend at Goebbert’s
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    On the Map: Ludington’s Michigan steamship adventure
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    21 min
  • On the Map: Previewing the 174th Wisconsin State Fair celebrating agriculture, music, cream puffs, cheese curds and more!

    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Sheri Black, CEO of the Wisconsin State Fair, about this year’s State Fair, going on Thursday July 31 through Sunday August 10th. Visit wistatefair.com for more information.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7544409/7544409_2025-07-25-222509.64kmono.mp3
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    Head to Berghoff Restaurant for Oktoberfest!
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    Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest starting September 25th!
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    Oktoberfest happening this weekend at Goebbert’s
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    On the Map: Ludington’s Michigan steamship adventure
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    16 min
  • On the Map: Oregon’s Black Hawk Trail is a must-see

    Mel Cozzi and George Howe, Board of Commissioners for the City of Oregon, join WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to highlight the City of Oregon and all that it has to offer for visitors. Mel and George talk about Oregon’s Route 66 connection to Chicago, state parks, shopping, arts and culture, and more. Visit alltrailsleadtooregonil.com for more information!

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7530895/7530895_2025-07-19-152135.64kmono.mp3
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    Head to Berghoff Restaurant for Oktoberfest!
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    Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest starting September 25th!
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    Oktoberfest happening this weekend at Goebbert’s
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    On the Map: Ludington’s Michigan steamship adventure
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    14 min
  • On the Map: Experience America’s largest airshow at AirVenture 2025

    Chris Henry, Museum Manager for the Experimental Aircraft Association, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about all the activity taking place at AirVenture 2025, America’s largest annual aviation event in Oshkosh, WI. Daily aircraft displays, antique military aircrafts, and even night airshows can be seen. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit airventure.org.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7530897/7530897_2025-07-19-153337.64kmono.mp3
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    On The Map: Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns
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    Head to Berghoff Restaurant for Oktoberfest!
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    Lincoln Park Zoo Fall Fest starting September 25th!
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    Oktoberfest happening this weekend at Goebbert’s
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    On the Map: Ludington’s Michigan steamship adventure
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    7 min

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