Tom Weinberg of Media Burn joins Rick Kogan, filling in for John Williams, to talk about what Media Burn is and their 20th Anniversary ball this Sunday the 9th. For more information click here.

Rick Kogan, filling in for John Williams, is joined by Candace Jordan of Chicago Star Media and Maureen Schulman of Eli`s Cheesecake for the full hour.  Candace shares how Chicago Star Media was started during the pandemic and what kind of news they report on. Maureen shares about the storied history of Eli’s and she […]

Former Tribune Reporter John Gorman joins Rick Kogan to discuss his first novel, “Death Before Life.” In addition to talking about the novel, John shares important moments in his life that lead to him writing his first book.

Writer Lise Haines joins Rick Kogan to talk about her latest novel, “Book of Knives.” The novel depicts a woman named Nora as she delves into the mystery behind her new in-laws and their prized knives. Being that this is her 5th novel, she later elaborates on how she has grown as a novelist over […]

Musicians Michael Miles and Zahra Glenda Baker join Rick Kogan in studio to talk about their Mississippi River Suite & Song of Protest” at Old Town School. Later, they discuss how they initially put “Mississippi River Suite” together, how they differentiate poems and songs, and more!

Author John Ruane joins Rick Kogan in studio to talk about his latest book, “A Dangerous Freedom.” The book details the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center. Later, John addresses how he and Rick first met, his time in the newspaper business, and his journey exploring different creative outlets.

Artists Tony Fitzpatrick and Danny Torres join Rick Kogan to discuss Tony’s career and new show, “The Years: Three Decades of Etching,” at the Chicago Printmakers Collaborative. Later, Tony talks about some of the more notable and impactful moments in his life.

Actor and Chairman of Hibernian Media, Mike “Houli” Houlihan, joins Rick Kogan in studio to talk about the 8th Annual Irish American Movie Hooley. The event will take place at participating theaters in Oak Park and Wilmette.

Founder and President of the Chicago Help Initiative, Jacqueline C. Hayes, joins Rick Kogan to talk about the organization and its Feeding Hope benefit happening on Thursday, September 15th at the Sports Museum in Water Tower Place from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. The mission of the Chicago Help Initiative is to provide meals and social services […]

Musician Chris Greene joins Rick Kogan in studio to talk about his music and his upcoming shows. Later, Chris addresses how his philosophy changed over the course of the lockdown and how it has allowed him to grow as a musician and as a person.