Writer and actor Mitchell Bisschop joins Rick Kogan to talk about the world premiere of his one-man show that explores the life of Chicago newspaper veteran Mike Royko. Bisschop’s show “Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago” previews on September 5 at the Chopin Theater with a limited run through September 29. For tickets and more information visit chicagomitch.com/royko.

Gary Houston joins Rick Kogan to talk about the 30th Anniversary of the Chicago Quarterly Review and his Nelson Algren reading for Mary Wisniewski’s audio “Algren: A Life.”

Inside Publications columnist Tom O’Gorman joins Rick Kogan to talk about the history of political conventions and the book “Inside the Wigwam.”

Marc Smith and Mark Eleveld join Rick Kogan to talk about the new podcast, “Thru the Mill with Marc Kelly Smith.”

John St. Augustine joins Rick Kogan to talk about the book, “Ironman: Legendary Chicago Cubs Catcher,” which is available only through Lulu.com.

Journalist and media personality Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to talk about the ten great reasons to love summer in Chicago.

Gabe Oppenheim, the new director of La Grange Park Library, joins Rick Kogan to talk about the recently renovated library and the grand reopening this past Saturday.

John Mark Hansen, University of Chicago political science professor, joins Rick Kogan to discuss Chicago’s long history as political convention host.

Magician David Parr joins Rick Kogan to talk about his Magic Lounge engagement now through September 25th.

Mike Osacky joins Rick Kogan to talk about a sports memorabilia convention and a special Babe Ruth jersey on auction for millions of dollars.