Jeff Cree, also known as Sunny Gunn, tells Rick and Producer Elif why he writes his music, and why he wrote a song dedicated to baseball. Still celebrating the Cubs’ 2016 World Series win, Rick and Elif invite Sunny to tell his story of family, and the happiness that a sport brings him, through “Baseball Dream.” Watch for his upcoming album, summer of 2017.

Author Robert Emmett Smith opens up about the tragic event in his family that brought him to write his book, Justice Delayed, Not Justice Denied. Robert elaborates on why while a victim clearly existed, a killer could not be placed for 23 years.

Musician David Nagler describes how the poetry of Carl Sandburg inspired him to start writing his own music, despite his NU degree. Listen in for some David Nagler originals, featuring several talented vocalists like Jeff Tweedy, and David’s wife. Hear all of it live Thursday for free at the Harold Washington Library!

Actors Suzanne Petri and Bob Breuler, and musician Bobby Schiff tell us about the different clubs they frequented to inspire their upcoming show, Torch, Sass and Swing: The Clubs and Artists Who Made Chicago Great. Catch the show Wednesday through Friday at Steppenwolf’s 1700 Theatre.

Chopper College founder Tommy Creal has developed the Motorsports Academy, a school which allows its students to get into the machinery itself. If you are passionate about motorcycles, check out the class website now!

Megan Doherty and Jasmine Kwong are the creators of If You Weren’t Looking For It: The Seminary Co-op Bookstore, a Chicago book store. They wanted to document the Seminary Co-op before the store was moved from its unique location. The book includes contributions from writers whose hearts have a special place for bookstores.

WGN vet John St. Augustine and David Hirsch co-authored 21st Century Dads: A Father’s Journey to Break the Cycle of Father Absence, and they talk about who or what inspired them to be good dads themselves. Check them out in Lake Barrington at their Pepper Park Coffee book signing, and learn how to up your dad game here.

Rick Kogan discovers what inspires graphic novelist Sean O’Neill’s character, Rocket Robinson. His latest book, Rocket Robinson and the Secret of the Saint consolidates adventure with history, a series ideal for children.

Author Tom Tresser discusses Chicago fund disbursement, from “No Games Chicago,” to the cost of corruption, and where funds should go. He explains how he compiled his book, Chicago is Not Broke: Funding the City We Deserve.

Anna Besserud reels us in with her velvety voice and fascinating journey, bringing us from her audition for Annie as a ten year-old to an internship at a casting agency, to a career as a personal trainer and now, to the Davenport’s Piano Bar Cabaret. Find out more about her upcoming performance of “Powerful Women” here.