Rick Kogan is joined in-studio by author Paul Teodo to talk about his novel “Pastaman.” Paul talks about his past growing up on the Southside and the inspiration he took from his experiences in Chicago during the ’60s.

Rick Kogan is joined in-studio by Chicago native, author and former NCAA men’s basketball coach, Rus Bradburd. His latest book, “All the Dreams We’ve Dreamed: A Story of Hoops and Handguns on Chicago’s West Side”, is the topic of discussion this evening. Rus elaborates on the background of the book involving the mistaken-identity shooting of Shawn Harrington.

Tonight on the program, Rick broadcasts from the iconic Showcase Studio at Tribune Tower during WGN Radio’s final days broadcasting from Michigan Avenue! He is joined in-studio by Paul Teodo, author of the novel “Pastaman”, Rus Bradburd discusses his book “All the Dreams We’ve Dreamed: A Story of Hoops and Handguns on Chicago’s West Side”, Roger Badesch joins the conversation and we hear some outstanding works from the late, great Ella Fitzgerald!

Rick is joined in-studio by the newest kids to return to WGN Radio! Anne Johnsos and Tracy Heuvelman Weiner tell Rick all about their latest endeavor with the new podcast “uh-PARENT-ly”, and share some of their behind-the-scenes moments as producers for WGN Radio greats like Bob Collins and Spike O’Dell.

Rick Kogan is joined in-studio by the former broadcast newsman Peter Nolan. Peter talks about his second book “News Stories: A Memoir” and shares stories, with Rick, chronicling the latter half of the 20th century and so much more!

Tonight on the program, Rick is joined in-studio by the former broadcast newsman and current author, Peter Nolan, to discuss his new book “News Stories: A Memoir.” Later on, WGN Radio’s Anne Johnsos and Tracy Heuvelman Weiner talk with Rick about their past experiences producing for WGN and their return with the new podcast “uh-PARENT-ly.”

Rick Kogan speaks with novelist Bob Hartley about his latest piece of work “North and Central“. Bob shares his challenges of entering into the publishing scene, how his life experiences influence his writing, and more.  

Tonight on the program, Rick is joined in studio by author Bob Hartley to talk about his novel, “North and Central”. Actress Jennifer Engstrom visits the studio to discuss her performance at the American Writers Museum. Justin O’Brien discusses his book “Chicago Yippie! ’68” and Roger Badesch gives us more of his life story!

Rick Kogan talks on the phone with author Justin O’Brien about his book, “Chicago Yippie! ’68.” Justin shares the story that led to his experiences as a 17-year-old, the memories created during his journey, and one crazy Wednesday night in August of ’68.

Rick is joined in-studio by actress Jennifer Engstrom to talk about her performance as Dorothy Parker. Jennifer’s performance on May 21st, 7pm will be for A Red Orchid Theatre Spring Fundraiser at the American Writers Museum. Jennifer elaborates on her role and her past performances.