On the Road

On the Road episodes:

• 06.15.2024

  Clay Curts is on track at the Milwaukee Mile to ‘Break Out the Bandido’ with great racing and great causes!

  Clay Curts at Grundy County racing the #88 Blackhawks car Rising star in racing, Clay Curts joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Clay shares his journey in racing, childhood challenges and paying it forward to raise awareness for Clubfoot...

  
• 06.14.2024

  Rico Abreu takes tequila to the track for the WIN at I-70 Speedway with El Bandido Yankee!

  Rico Abreu with the El Bandido Yankee team ready for fans at I-70 Speedway – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio Dirt track superstar Rico Abreu and El Bandido Yankee CFO Eric Lanz join Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Eric...

  
• 06.07.2024

  Road America is ready for the stars of IndyCar and the XPEL Grand Prix!

  ELKHART LAKE, WI – JUNE 12: NTT IndyCar series driver Josef Newgarden sprays champagne after winning the Sonsio Grand Prix at Road America on June 12, 2022, in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. (Photo by Brian Spurlock/Icon Sportswire via Getty...

  
• 06.02.2024

  The ‘Invincible’ Vince Papale joins the Jim Bob Show and Gridiron Greats!

  The Jim Bob Show with Dane on WGN Radio and the ROAR Podcast Series Eagles’ legend and the inspiration behind the Hollywood hit movie “Invincible”, Vince Papale joins Jim Bob Morris and Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Vince shares...

  
• 05.26.2024

  Jim Bob Morris and El Bandido Yankee are ready to race and celebrate with fans for the Indy 500!

  El Bandido Yankee co-founder Jim Bob Morris joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Jim Bob shares excitement for the race by bringing “Tequila to the Track” with trackside tailgates and fun for fans. Hear as Jim Bob fills...

  
• 05.26.2024

  Helio Castroneves joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio for his ‘Drive for FIVE’ at the 108th Indy 500!

  4-time Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves joins Dane Neal during the live WGN Radio pre race show. Hear as Helio talks about excitement for the race, new role as a partial IndyCar team owner and his latest opportunity to be...

  
• 05.26.2024

  Mario Andretti joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio to preview the 108th Running of the Indy 500!

  Racing legend Mario Andretti joins Dane Neal trackside to talk about the history, tradition and what makes the Indy 500 so special. Hear as Mario fills us in on the new blue “Winners Jackets” and what make IMS second to...

  
• 05.26.2024

  Jamie Little shares the magic of Indy and ‘doing the double’ with Kyle Larson!

  Nascar on FOX broadcaster Jamie Little joins Dane Neal to share the magic and magnitude of the Indy 500. Hear as Jamie fills us in on what makes it the “Greatest Spectacle in Racing” and the excitement around Kyle Larson...

  
• 05.26.2024

  The El Bandido Yankee ‘Tequila at the Track’ pre-race show for the Indy 500 brings Mario Andretti, Helio Castroneves and more to WGN Radio!

  Racing legend Mario Andretti with Dane Neal before the 108th Indy 500 – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio WGN Radio host Dane Neal broadcasts trackside from the 108th running of the Indy 500. Hear as Dane is joined by the legendary...

  
• 05.19.2024

  Alexis DeJoria brings her fast Funny Car for fans ready to RACE at Route 66!

  NHRA 4Wide Nationals Alexis DeJoria – all photos Allison McCormick NHRA Driver of the Bandero Premium Tequila Toyota GR Supra,  Alexis DeJoria joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Alexis shares excitement to be back at Route 66 Raceway with...

  
• 05.17.2024

  Tony Schumacher, Chicago’s favorite son of SPEED, shares NHRA tribute for father and family love for fans and Route 66!

  MADISON, IL – SEPTEMBER 26: Team owner Don Schumacher looks on during the NHRA Midwest Nationals on September 26, 2021, at World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway in Madison, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Chicago’s very own...

  
• 05.16.2024

  Ron Capps reflects on Route 66 racing return and 30 years of legendary career

  LAS VEGAS, NV – OCTOBER 30: Ron Capps (1 FC) NAPA Auto Parts NHRA Funny Car does a burnout during the first round of eliminations at the NHRA Nevada Nationals Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, at The Strip at Las Vegas...

  
• 05.16.2024

  Antron Brown is bringing back fast and fun for fans at Route 66!

  MORRISON, CO – JULY 22: Antron Brown qualifies during day one of the Mo-Par Mile High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway on July 22, 2016. (Photo by Michael Reaves/The Denver Post via Getty Images) Three time NHRA World Champion and driver of...

  
• 05.13.2024

  Tony Stewart and Leah Pruett sharing the fast life with fans plus previewing the POWER of NHRA at Route 66!

  LAS VEGAS, NV – APRIL 14: Top Fuel driver Tony Stewart warms up his dragster in the pits prior to the opening round of eliminations at the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals on Sunday April 14, 2024, at The Strip at...

  
• 05.04.2024

  Chef Beau MacMillan and Good Ranchers are ready for REV and ready to RACE at Indy!

  REV Indy event at Indianapolis Motor Speedway supporting IU Health Acclaimed Chef and star of Food Network, Beau MacMillan joins Dane Neal at WGN Radio. Hear as Chef Beau shares excitement for the upcoming REV INDY event and preparing to headline...

  
• 05.03.2024

  Victor Tenorio and Fat Rosies are bringing the ultimate Cinco de Mayo weekend with El Bandido Yankee!

  El Bandido Yankee Tequila, ready for Cinco de Mayo at Fat Rosies – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio Victor Tenorio from Fat Rosies joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Victor shares how Fat Rosies is going to “blow up...

  
• 04.19.2024

  AEW star Willow Nightingale, wrestling in Illinois and around the world!

  AEW star Willow Nightingale celebrating with fans. AEW Wrestling star Willow Nightingale joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Willow shares her journey in the sport and with AEW as it continues to grow and grow. Listen as Willow talks...

  
• 04.19.2024

  Jake Voegeli with Manhattan Brewing Company and El Bandido Yankee join forces for ‘Frog Wizard Fest!’

  Manhattan Brewing Company – photos by Blane Worley Jake Voegeli from the acclaimed Manhattan Brewing Company joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Jake shares the “Superhero origin story” of this Brewery and how it all started for him and...

  
• 04.05.2024

  Blake Lothian with Wings & Wheels take trucks to the track at Martinsville!

  NASCAR Driver Blake Lothian signing autographs for fans Blake Lothian, Driver of the GGT Energy Solutions, Wings & Wheels Chevrolet joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Blake shares excitement to be back at his debut track in NASCAR and...

  
• 03.16.2024

  Derek Thorn and El Bandido Yankee are ready to race with the top tequila at Kevin Harvick’s Kern County Raceway!

  Roof of the Derek Thorn El Bandido Yankee car at Kevin Harvick’s Kern County Raceway – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio Multi series Champion, Snowball Derby winner, and the all-time winningest driver in SRL history, Derek Thorn joins Dane Neal on...

  
• 03.10.2024

  Scott Dixon and Dane on season start at St. Pete, kids, career and how all roads lead to INDY!

  INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – MAY 26: Scott Dixon, driver of the #9 PNC Bank Chip Ganassi Racing Honda, wins the Pit Stop Challenge during Carb Day for the 107th Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 26, 2023 in...

  
• 03.09.2024

  Flyin Ryan brings tequila to the track with brand new bike to ‘Break Out the Bandido’ for NHRA opener!

  El Bandido Yankee, Flyin Ryan Race Team getting ready for fans at the NHRA Gator Nationals Flyin Ryan Oehler, rider of the El Bandido Yankee Pro Stock Motorcycle for NHRA joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Ryan calls in live from...

  
• 03.09.2024

  Latasha Causey shares the fast and fun for Phoenix NOW and for NASCAR’s next generation

  President of Phoenix Raceway Latasha Causey joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Latasha shares thoughts on International Women’s Day and what it means to her and other women in motorsports. Listen as Latasha talks about the business of...

  
• 02.29.2024

  NASCAR Champion Ryan Blaney goes ‘back to school’ bringing fun and fast to kids in class!

  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – FEBRUARY 27: NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Blaney poses for a portrait at Navy Pier on February 27, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) NASCAR Cup Series Champion, Ryan Blaney joins Dane Neal on WGN...

  
• 02.27.2024

  Chris Chelios buys The Barn a round of El Bandido Yankee to ‘Break Out the Bandido’ on his big day!

  El Bandido Yankee co-founder Jim Bob Morris joins WGN Radio’s Joe Brand and Kevin Powell to celebrate Chris Chelios at the Barn Hockey Bar during the live radio remote. NHL Hall of Famer and El Bandido Yankee Tequila co-founder Chris Chelios,...

  
• 02.25.2024

  Chris Chelios and John Williams with Blackhawks jersey retirement and at The Barn to ‘Break Out the Bandido!’

  PHOTO (left to right): Chris Chelios, Johnnie Putman, Steve King, and Jim Bob Morris. (Curtis Koch / WGN Radio) El Bandido Yankee tequila co-founder and NHL Hall of Famer Chris Chelios joins John Williams on WGN Radio. Hear as John and...

  
• 02.21.2024

  William Byron shares Daytona 500 WIN and the fast way forward for future racers

  DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 19: William Byron, driver of the #24 Axalta Chevrolet, is congratulated by NASCAR Hall of Famer and team owner Rick Hendrick after winning the NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February...

  
• 02.11.2024

  Oddsmakers have El Bandido Yankee as a LOCK to be called for ‘Necessary Smoothness’ in the Big Game!

  Fans of both teams WIN with the Undefeated Flavor of El Bandido Yankee and Big Game cocktails “The Arrowhead” and “The Gold Rush” Big Game oddsmakers from around the world are working hard to predict everything that may happen Sunday. From...

  
• 02.10.2024

  Nick Akrap and Tailgreeter bring big fun to the Big Game in Las Vegas!

  Tailgreeter tailgate at Arrowhead Stadium in Lot J with Chiefs fans and El Bandido Yankee Co-founder and CEO of Tailgreeter, Nick Akrap joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Nick shares the work behind the tailgate takeover happening all over...

  
• 02.09.2024

  El Bandido Yankee fans ‘Break Out the Bandido’ for the BIG GAME with two touchdown team cocktails!

  El Bandido Yankee Tequila founder Jim Bob Morris helps fans “Break Out the Bandido” for the Big Game! As we close in on the Big Game in Vegas between San Francisco and Kansas City, fans are showing their team pride through...

  
• 01.30.2024

  Chicago street race superstar Shane Van Gisbergen is ready for his next challenge in new NASCAR season

  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JULY 02: Shane Van Gisbergen, driver of the #91 Enhance Health Chevrolet, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Cup Series Grant Park 220 at the Chicago Street Course on July 02, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois....

  
• 01.11.2024

  Dane Neal 1-10-24: The Second Hour: Jim Bob Morris, Chris Chelios, and more!

  Dan Neal, filling in for John Landecker this evening, is joined by four studio guests for the first half: Jim Bob Morris and Chris Chelios to talk a little hockey, Dan Niss and Apurvah Shah from CNG Chicago to talk...

  
• 01.11.2024

  Dane Neal 1-10-24: The First Hour: Tim Shanley, Chicago Restaurant Week, the cast of Night Court, and more!

  Dane Neal, on his last night of the week filling in for John Landecker, is joined by Tim Shanley to recap the tailgaiting season after the Bears’ last game. Shortly after, Dane is back to promoting Chicago Restaurant Week and...

  
• 01.10.2024

  Eric Lanz and El Bandido Yankee…on track with racing, Rico Abreu and more in 2024!

  Flyin Ryan Oehler and the El Bandido Yankee pro stock motorcycle for NHRA – photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio El Bandido Yankee Tequila CFO Eric Lanz joins Dane Neal live on WGN Radio. Hear as Eric shares the latest on expanded partnerships...

  
• 01.09.2024

  Jim Bob Morris with Dane on the NFL season finalé tequila tailgate and playoff preview!

  The El Bandido Yankee Frozen Tundra Tequila Tailgate at Lambeau Field with Tailgreeter, Veterans Zone and CBTC-all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio El Bandido Yankee Tequila founder and host of the Jim Bob Show on WGN Radio, Jim Bob Morris joins Dane...

  
• 01.09.2024

  Dane Neal 01/08/24 – The second hour: Chicago Restaurant Week features and Jennifer Jolly!

  Dane Neal, filling in for your regular host John Landecker this evening, is joined by Jeff Lawler, owner of Greja’s Cafe, and Michael Lachowicz, owner of George Trois Group, to promote Chicago Restaurant Week happening over the next few weeks....

  
• 01.09.2024

  Dane Neal 01/08/24 – The first hour: David Hammond, Lou Bank, Tailgate recap, and more!

  Dane Neal, filling in for your regular host John Landecker this evening, is joined by David Hammond in the studio to discuss Chicago foods and some Chicago food history. Also joining Dane is Lou Bank, founder of SACRED, to promote...

  
• 01.05.2024

  Discover Green Bay

  Though our cities have a bitter football rivalry, does that mean we can’t explore all that Green Bay has to offer? No! Join Dane Neal as he fills in for John Landecker this evening and welcomes Nick Meisner, Vice President...

  
• 01.04.2024

  Jim Bob Morris & Dane with Bears vs Packers BIG game and frozen tundra tequila tailgates!

  The Jim Bob Show with Dane on WGN Radio El Bandido Yankee founder and host of the Jim Bob Show, Jim Bob Morris joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Jim Bob gives his predictions on the biggest Bears Packers...

  
• 01.04.2024

  Chicago Restaurant Week

  Dane Neal in for John Landecker this evening helps promote Chicago Restaurant Week with the help of two local chefs and restaurateurs In the first part of the segment, Dane welcomes Chef Lamar Moore from Bronzeville Winery, featuring American cuisine...

  
• 12.29.2023

  Connor Bedard and Blackhawks ‘Break Out the Bandido’ with history-making overtime goal and win!

  Hear John Wiedeman and Troy Murray on the WGN Radio call as Connor Bedard scores the first overtime winning goal of his young career and helps the Blackhawks “Break Out the Bandido” with a win over the Winnipeg Jets. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4474612/4474612_2023-12-29-180912.128.mp3 For events,...

  
• 12.29.2023

  ‘Bada-Boom Bada-Bing, Break Out the Bandido’ for 5th Blackhawks goal!

  Hear John Wiedeman and Troy Murray on the WGN Radio Blackhawks Broadcast as they make the signature call for the big Blackhawks goal and opportunity to “Break Out the Bandido” with El Bandido Yankee, The Official Tequila of GameDay! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4474610/4474610_2023-12-29-185410.128.mp3 For events,...

  
• 12.16.2023

  Alan Gooch on the Cure Bowl with a great game for a great cause

  Nick Akrap of Tailgreeter.com and Alan Gooch CEO of The Cure Bowl before the game Cure Bowl CEO Alan Gooch joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Alan fills us in on the game happening in Orlando and the important...

  
• 12.07.2023

  Julie Giese Shares NASCAR support for kids and community plus tickets for 2024 Chicago Street Race!

  President of the NASCAR Chicago Street Race Julie Giese joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Julie shares holiday visits and support with great partners like Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois and ongoing efforts to bring year-round presence...

  
• 12.04.2023

  Jack Fowler and the backstory on the band behind Jelly Roll and the on stage ‘Jelly & Jack Pour’ with El Bandido Yankee!

  Lead guitarist for Jelly Roll, Jack Fowler with El Bandido Yankee CMO Thomasine Joyce, on stage playing and doing the “Jelly and Jack” El Bandido Yankee Tequila pour during the Backroad Baptism Tour – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio As Jelly...

  
• 11.28.2023

  Blackhawks ‘Break Out the Bandido’ for first overtime win of the season!

  Break Out the Bandido after every Blackhawks goal with El Bandido Yankee Tequila Hear John and Troy on the call on WGN 720 as the Blackhawks win in overtime for the first time this season and “Break Out the Bandido” in...

  
• 11.26.2023

  Steve Miklos and his boat team ‘Break Out the Bandido’ for the World Offshore Championship

  The World Championship team including Steve Fehrmann and Steve Miklos celebrating with El Bandido Yankee Tequila Throttleman for the World Championship Sun Print, Hooters, El Bandido boat racing team, Steve Miklos joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Steve shares...

  
• 11.26.2023

  Spencer Montgomery shares the ‘Barn Hockey Bar’ as the best new place for Blackhawks fans!

  Chris Chelios wall at the Barn Hockey Bar on Ogden – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio Co founder and one of the driving forces for The Barn Hockey Bar on Odgen, Spencer Montgomery joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. After a...

  
• 11.25.2023

  Rico Abreu recaps great racing season and shares excitement for bigger, better and El Bandido in 2024

  Sprint Car driver Rico Abreu with trophies and tequila Sprint Car superstar Rico Abreu joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Rico talks about his success in 2023, big moments and the teamwork that lead to a 15 win season...

  
• 11.25.2023

  The business of great spirits and causes

  Lou Bank, founder of the non-profit S.A.C.R.E.D., joins Dane Neal from Mexico on WGN Radio. The two chat about great food, traveling to Mexico for the holidays, and the business of great spirits and causes. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4463066/Lou_Bank_2023-11-25-053206.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Dane Neal Clay Curts is...