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On the Map episodes

  • On the Map: Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac

    WGN Radio news anchor Dave Schwan joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to discuss the 2025 Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac and the 150th anniversary of the Chicago Yacht Club. Dave Schwan explains what you need to know about the race and speaks with two individuals about the history of the Chicago Yacht Club and the Race to Mackinac.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7530896/7530896_2025-07-19-154736.64kmono.mp3
    Race to Mackinac
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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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    8 min
  • On the Map: Ishnala, Wisconsin’s #1 supper club on Mirror Lake, 38,000 Old Fashioneds and counting!

    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Bob Prosser, owner of Ishnala Supper Club, which is celebrating 72 years! Located on Mirror Lake, Ishnala offers you the chance to unplug and take in the beautiful scenery while sipping on an Old Fashioned and eating prime rib or roast duck. Additionally, Bob discusses how Ishnala Supper Club is eliminating seed oils and reintroducing pure beef tallow in their cooking. For more information, visit Ishnala.com.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7518029/On_the_Map_Ishnala_Wisconsin_s_1_supper_club_on_Mirror_Lake_38_000_Old_Fashioneds_and_counting__2025-07-12-003429.64kmono.mp3
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    Dave Plier
    Mike Rowe on the mikeroweWORKS Foundation
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    Boldly going with William Shatner
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    The power and impact of the Muscular Dystrophy Association
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    This is History: MDA Telethon, Pullman Strike
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    Justin Hayward LIVE at the Des Plaines and Arcada Theatres
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    14 min
  • On the Map: Sharing Notes fundraiser at Chief O’Neill’s Wednesday June 25th

    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier speaks to Katie Grennan, Executive Director of Sharing Notes, a Chicago-based non-profit that brings joy and comfort to hospital patients, their support communities, and those in health care facilities through a dedicated group of over 115 high-caliber, locally-based musicians who are passionate about sharing the healing power of music. Join them for a fundraiser and enjoy LIVE music at Chief O’Neills at 3471 N. Elston Avenue on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. For more info, visit sharing-notes.org.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7484160/On_the_Map_Sharing_Notes_Fundraiser_at_Chief_O_Neill_s_Wednesday_June_25th_2025-06-21-002900.64kmono.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
  • On the Map: Eye on Travel’s Peter Greenberg: American travel trends, upcoming 4th of July vacations, travel advisories, challenges at Boeing

    Travel journalist and host of Eye on Travel Peter Greenberg talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about the latest in the travel industry, including the recent travel expo in Chicago, American travel trends, Independence Day travel ideas, confusing travel advisories, challenges at Boeing, and more.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7484157/On_the_Map_Eye_on_Travel_s_Peter_Greenberg_American_travel_trends_upcoming_4th_of_July_vacations_travel_advisories_challenges_at_Boeing_2025-06-21-000957.64kmono.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: Marcus Leshock, WGN-TV’s Roller Coaster Bureau Chief on what’s new at Dollywood, Six Flags, Cedar Point and more

    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to WGN-TV’s Marcus Leshock about his love of roller coasters and new amusement park rides in the Midwest and across America, including Dollywood, Six Flags, Santa’s Village, Cedar Point, Indiana Beach, Universal, and more.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7472070/On_the_Map_Marcus_Leshock_WGN-TV_s_Roller_Coaster_Bureau_Chief_on_What_s_New_at_Dollywood_Six_Flags_Cedar_Point_and_more_2025-06-14-001310.64kmono.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: Previewing Milwaukee’s 57th Summerfest – The World’s Largest Music Festival

    Scott Ziel, VP of Entertainment for Summerfest, talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about the 57th annual music festival, the music lineup, the food, the deals, the experience on Milwaukee’s lakefront and more. Visit Summerfest.com.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7472103/On_the_Map_Previewing_Milwaukee_s_57th_Summerfest_The_World_s_Largest_Music_Festival_2025-06-14-002203.64kmono.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: Experience the shoreline charm of Ludington, Michigan

    Brandy Miller, Executive Director of the Ludington Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to talk about all of the latest fun in Ludington, Michigan, including miles of sugar-sand beaches, farmers markets, sunset beach bonfires, the Shore Craft Beer & Wine Festival, and more. Visit pureludington.com to learn more and browse their upcoming events.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7446944/On_the_Map_Experience_the_shoreline_charm_of_Ludington_Michigan_2025-06-02-202944.64kmono.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: An Intimate Night with Tony Ocean at Lake Geneva’s The Getaway Restaurant & Speakeasy

    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Eric Moorhead of The French Country Inn and The Getaway Restaurant in Lake Geneva (on Lake Como) about the inn’s storied history and An Intimate Night with Tony Ocean on Wednesday, May 21st. Tony Ocean joins the conversation to talk about his journey in music. For reservations and more  info, visit TheGetawayRestaurant.com.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7421528/7421528_2025-05-17-001428.64kmono.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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    11 min
  • On the Map: Visit Springfield Illinois! Memorial Day Carillon Festival, Route 66, Land of Lincoln

    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Amy Beadle from VisitSpringfieldIllinois.com about summer fun in Springfield, including Route 66, The Land of Lincioln, the Bourbon Journey, lodging and more!

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7421532/7421532_2025-05-17-014732.64kmono.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: Ishnala, Wisconsin’s #1 supper club on Mirror Lake, great views, prime rib, Old Fashioneds and more!

    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Bob Prosser, owner of Ishnala Supper Club, which is celebrating 72 years! Located on Mirror Lake, Ishnala offers you the chance to unplug and take in the beautiful scenery while sipping on an Old Fashioned and eating prime rib or roast duck. Additionally, Bob discusses how Ishnala Supper Club is eliminating seed oils and reintroducing pure beef tallow in their cooking. For more information, visit Ishnala.com.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7409591/7409591_2025-05-09-231031.64kmono.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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    13 min

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“On the Map” is a weekly travel-focused program showcasing regional, national and international tourism. Hear insights on everything from unique destinations and landmarks to resorts and places to…