“Kimbely Akimbo” is an unassuming name for a fantastic not-to-be-missed Tony Award-winning Best Broadway musical! Three-time Tony nominee Carolee Carmello joins Steve Dale on the show to discuss what makes this story so captivating on the stage, why Chicagoans should get out to the CIBC Theatre to see the show, and more.

Chicago’s own Anne Beall, award-winning multi-book author, joins Steve Dale to talk about her two latest books, Embracing Self-Compassion Meditation Journey for Self-Kindness and Embracing Calm: Meditation Journeys for Inner Peace. Namaste. She also talks about the three components of self-compassion, how other cultures embrace meditation, and being kinder to yourself.

Magician Dennis Watkins performs at the Magic Parlour (50 W. Randolph St.) and is Chicago’s longest-running secret. One thing Steve needs to know is his trick for remembering the names of audience members in this interactive show. For tickets to the show, visit www.themagicparlourchicago.com.

No Means No Worldwide is a non-profit with a mission to prevent sexual abuse and violence, particularly against children. Director of Communications, Molly McHugh, joins Steve Dale to explain how recent budget cuts have a real impact on lives around the world. Molly shares that 1 in 4 women in the US will experience some form of sexual violence, and how men can be affected as well.

Illinois Director of the Humane Society for Animals Marc Ayers joins Steve Dale to explain how the seemingly harmless and fun puppy yoga classes may be sourcing puppies from puppy mills. In Chicago, this is illegal, and the City has taken action.

Liv Warfield performs a special one-night-only show at Teatro Zinzanni Chicago on June 25 and joins Steve Dale on WGN Radio. Liv shares what it was like performing with Prince to earning the Golden Buzzer on America’s Got Talent. She also talks about the production of her album and what you can expect when you see her perform at Teatro ZinZanni.

For tickets to the show, visit zinzanni.com/chicago/clubzinzanni-liv/

Emmy Award winner and Tony and Grammy nominee Liz Callaway joins WGN’s Steve Dale to talk about her return to Chicago to sing ‘To Steve With Love: Liz Callaway Celebrates Sondheim’. Liz and Steve detail the show on June 14th and share what to expect at the Studebaker Theatre at the Fine Arts Building. Liz also comments on auto tune and the recordings of herself singing in the car.

Mikkel and Ryan Becker join WGN’s Steve Dale to discuss the medical and financial challenges their family has faced since giving birth to their child. Ryan became ill shortly after and has been threatened to lose his job and insurance as experimental treatment to cure him has begun. Steve highlights this particular situation because it is a reality that too many families have to face. You can support Ryan and his family by visiting their GoFundMe page.

Who needs professional marriage counseling? Former marriage counselor and author Ziba Graham Jr, joins Steve Dale on the show to share some of the marriage tips and tricks you can find in his book Fix Your Marriage Without Counseling.

16-time Grammy Award winning composer David Foster alongside his wife, the amazing singer, songwriter and actress Katherine McPhee, join Steve to discuss what makes them a power couple and what listeners can expect when they come out to their show coming to Ravinia on June 20.