Tab Bamford, lead Chicago Blackhawks writer at Bleacher Nation, joins Steve Dale to discuss his book, The Future: Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks New Era. Tab and Steve chat about the impact Connor Bedard has made in his first two seasons and what he will bring to the table going forward with a young Blackhawks team. Tab and Steve also talk about the role of Bedard’s parents in getting him prepared to play professional hockey.

Erik Soderstrom, Senior Director of Programming at Ravinia, joins WGN’s Steve Dale to highlight this year’s major lineup of performances at Ravinia Festival, including Cynthia Erivo from Wicked. Erik and Steve also detail the history of Ravinia, some of the famous musicians who have appeared on stage, and Metra’s role in getting guests to the festival.

Steve Dale chats with author Josh Noel about his book, Malort: The Redemption of a Revered & Reviled Spirit, and how Malort has become a cultural symbol of Chicago. Josh explains the history of Malort and shares a toast to all the mothers on Mother’s Day.

Alderman Brian Hopkins (2nd ward) crafted the measure of ‘snap curfews’, but Mayor Brandon Johnson is hesitant to implement this, with some implying that it may not be constitutional. Hopkins offers a response to this and explains why he believes it is necessary.

Frank Ferrante will be Groucho Marx, appearing in his acclaimed one-man show on June 11th at Teatro Zinzanni (32 W. Randolph St.). What was one of the funniest men in history really like? Ferrante knows first-hand, and he knew Groucho’s children very well. Any retrospective on Groucho now includes Ferrante, one of the busiest working actors in show business.

Dreama Perry Denver, wife Bob Denver, the actor best known as Gilligan, joins Steve Dale to discuss her book Island to Icon: the Many Lives of Bob Denver, which offers lots of surprising Gilligan’s Island behind-the-scenes stories.

Steve Dale is joined by Mario Hernandez, Gallery Education Coordinator at the National Museum of Mexican Art to discuss the true meaning of Cinco de Mayo and how different areas of the world celebrate. Additionally, Mario highlights the museum and its mission.

Zakir Miah, CEO and founder of Haim Watch Co., joins Steve Dale on the show to talk about the Chicago based watch company which was founded on 2020. Listen in while Zakir shares Haim’s mission, their love for horology and what makes Haim Watch Co. so unique.

Airrion Love, singer and co-founder of the Stylistics, joins Steve Dale on the show to talk about the group’s latest album, ‘Falling in Love With My Girl.’ Listen in while Airrion and Steve take a walk down memory lane and talk about the Stylistics’ humble beginnings, the group’s new album, and more!

Geoffrey Mark, A.K.A. Mr. Showbiz, Hollywood biographer and author of The Lucy Book, Ethel Merman: The Biggest Star on Broadway and Ella: A Biography of Legendary Ella Fitzgerald, joins Steve Dale on the show to share stories of his time with these legends in show business. Listen in while Geoffrey dives deep into the careers and lives of these legendary women. Geoffrey also joins the program to talk about his soon-to-be-released book diving even deeper into the career and life of Lucille Ball.