On the Road

World Champion Pitmasters Tim Scheer and Brother Dicky of “Blues Hog BBQ” come to Chicago for another epic Windy City Smokeout. Hear as Tim joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio to share excitement for the events and what’s on the menu for fans this year. Listen as Tim talks about the amazing talents on site for the concerts and also the nationally renowned BBQ spots that are on hand in Chicago for this weekend. Tim fills us in on taking things to the next level as he is to make an appearance at The Barn Hockey Bar (1659 W. Ogden) on Saturday for a sampling and celebration with El Bandido Yankee Tequila. The Blue Hog star will be live and in person at The Barn, along with NHL Hall of Famer, Chris Chelios and former NFL Player and El Bandido Yankee co founder, Jim Bob Morris! Stay tuned to venue and El Bandido Yankee social media for exact times and for more information about everything happening with Blues Hog, be sure to go to https://blueshog.com.

Always WIN with the Undefeated Flavor of El Bandido Yankee and remember that nothing goes together better than BBQ and El Bandido Yankee. For events, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com

Super Late Model star driver, Derek Thorn joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Derek shares thoughts on being back at the track and in Slinger Wisconsin, a hometown he had in the past. Listen as Derek talks about the history and legends who have made their names at Slinger and excitement to be back to take another crack at it. Derek fills us in on all the action with El Bandido Yankee Tequila the track and how fans will be celebrating with him at the Raceway Bar and Grill before the race and in Victory Lane after the big win in Wisconsin! For more information on Derek Thorn Racing go to https://www.derekthorn.com/ and for the latest on races, tickets and events at the track, check out https://slingersuperspeedway.com/slinger-nationals/

This race week, make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of Raceday! For events, cocktails, recipes and places for purchase, go to www.elbandidoyankee.com 

GM of the Raceway Bar & Grill, Dave Holloway joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Dave shares excitement around upcoming races and star driver Derek Thorn in on events this week at the bar. Listen as Dave talks about the great food, with Friday Fish Fry as well as homemade burgers, pizzas and a selection of beers and spirits that are the best in the area. Dave fills us in on the partnership with El Bandido Yankee Tequila and how they will have signature cocktails on the menu and are working on a new Tequila Old Fashioned! For more information and the latest with Raceway Bar & Grill check out their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Racewaybargrill?mibextid=ZbWKwL

This race week make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of Raceday! For events, cocktails, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com

The undefeated and reigning champ of NASCAR in Chicago, Shane van Gisbergen joins Dane Neal in studio at WGN Radio. Hear as SVG shares his journey from his first win in both his and Chicago’s first races, to being the favorite now to sweep both Xfinity and Cup Series contests in year two. Listen as Shane talks about transition to America, Chicago foods and how he is loving racing here in the states and the opportunities in NASCAR. SVG fills us in on great partners in Trackhouse Racing and with Team Kaulig and how they help put him in position to win each week and to make even more history here in Chicago! For more information on Shane van Gisbergen both on track and off go to https://shanevangisbergen.com/

This race weekend make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of Raceday! For events, cocktails, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com

Friday “trackside” The Urban Youth Racing School and Mercy Home for Boys and Girls announced the partnership and collaboration for a first ever Pilot Program with Chicago school youth, with supporters from Chevy Motorsports and NASCAR.

Hear as UYRS founder Anthony Martin and COO Michelle Martin along with Mercy Home COO Joe Wronka share excitement for the partnership and positive impact to come for Chicago youth next school year. On stage and in support was Todd Christensen, Director of Marketing for Chevy Motorsports and Brandon Thompson, VP of Diversity and Inclusion for NASCAR. NASCAR Chicago Street Race President Julie Giese was also in attendance to support this groundbreaking announcement to bring the renowned programs and passion for motorsports education and careers of UYRS to the youth of Chicago. Listen as each person on stage shares their experiences and decades of support for the initiative and excitement for the future opportunities it will create. For more information about Urban Youth Racing School go to https://linktr.ee/UYRS and for the latest on Mercy Home for Boys and Girls check out www.mercyhome.org

COO for Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, Joe Wronka joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Joe shares the amazing work and impact of Mercy Home in Chicago for over 100 years. Listen as Joe gives an overview of the at risk and underserved students, challenging backgrounds and the programs and structure in place for positive outcomes for family, future, school and careers. Joe also fills us in on the exciting upcoming collaboration with Urban Youth Racing School and the opportunity to bring the programs of this renowned group partnered with Chevrolet and NASCAR and founded in Philadelphia to the youth of Chicago during the next school year. For more information on all things Mercy Home go to www.mercyhome.org

Team owner Sam Hunt joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Sam shares excitement for NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend and talks about the big picture of building a race team with passion and great people. Listen as Sam fills us in on this race with Sage Karam behind the wheel and team Toyota with support and tools for success. Sam talks about new sponsor Colture Sports as they come on board for the Xfinity Series Loop 110. For more information on Sam Hunt Racing be sure to check out https://samhuntracing.com/

This race weekend make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of Raceday! For events, cocktails, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com 

NASCAR Cup Series Champion, and Driver-Owner at Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing, Brad Keselowski joins Dane Neal at WGN Radio. Hear as Brad shares thoughts on the race, the City and excitement around NASCAR weekend. Hear as Brad talks about the team and getting things dialed in this season heading into Chicago. Listen as Brad fills us in on great causes he supports that connect with and uplift a number of efforts related to military and men and women in uniform. For more information on the team and all the great causes go to https://www.rfkracing.com/

This race weekend, make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of RaceDay! For events, cocktails, recipes and places for purchase, go to elbandidoyankee.com

Deputy Director of the West Point Simulation Center and Director of the Army West Point Esports Program Victor Castro joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Victor shares the evolution of games, gaming and the excitement and success around the Esports program at West Point. Listen as Victor fills us in on the inspiration, goals and how it all helps the Cadets at the U.S. Military Academy prepare to be better leaders, communicators and decision makers. Cadets learn valuable skills while they compete with other schools and teams around the country. For more information about the Army West Point Esports program, follow them on social media or go to https://www.westpoint.edu/research/centers-and-institutes/simulation-center/army-west-point-esports

Dane Neal and Nascarcasm (David Vrabel) discuss the upcoming Chicago Street Race!