Brandon James explains what Dog Man: the Musical is about. He plays Dog Man, which is based on the worldwide bestselling series from Dav Pilkey, the creator of Captain Underpants. This very family-friendly show is at the historic Studebaker Theater, located at 410 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, through December 1.

A conversation with Chicago Theater legend Jackie Taylor who founded the Black Ensemble Theater 48 years ago. The Black Ensemble Theater, located at 4450 N Clark St., Chicago, is recognized around the world for their productions. Taylor says of all the many shows she’s mounted the current production, Blue Eyed Soul Sung by Brown Eyed People, showing through November 24, is one of her most important. This show includes music which performers like Elvis sang but was first actually performed and written by African Americans and includes music that even Jackie may have thought was performed by African American performers when the singers who made the sings hits were actually white. No matter, the music is great – and that is a part of the point.

Dr Mark Goldstein was in studio to talk about his journey fighting pancreatic cancer. He was told several years ago that he likely – by now – wouldn’t be here. Today, Dr. Goldstein is mentoring others who are diagnosed. He’s also one of the most celebrated veterinarians ever, and will talk about how he was once nearly killed by an elephant and how a goldfish helped to change his life.

Bob Fioretti, candidate for Cook County States Attorney, pops into the WGN Radio studio to talk about what he intends to do should he earn the office, particularly about crime and also holding adult caretakers responsible for what their children do.

In the Broadway in Chicago production of Some Like it Hot at the Cadillac Theatre, Leandra Ellis-Gaston plays Sugar, the role which Marilyn Monroe originated in the movie. She talks about that and many of the funniest moments in this award-winning musical. Also, why she has so many images of fruits and vegetables on her Instagram page.

Teatro ZinZanni Presents The LiV Warfield Xperience on November 18 at the Cambria Hotel (32 W. Randolph St.) promises to be just that. Recently receiving the Golden Buzzer on America’s Got Talent, and mentored by the likes of Prince, musicians are well-acquainted with this incredible performer even if she isn’t (yet) a household name. She describes what Prince was really like, and what he most taught her. This nearly sold-out event will be an opportunity to see this unbelievable performer make a believer out of you and in an intimate setting.

Former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn says he’s disappointed with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s position regarding the potential tax increase saying “he’s on the wrong track.”  He tells Steve Dale that Illinois has the second highest property taxes in the country. And Quinn is touting a referendum on the ballot, the Illinois Property Tax Relief Amendment, calling for a three percent surcharge only for millionaires, and tax relief – even refunds – for everyone else. 

Harry Lennix has an ease on stage isn’t all too different than how Spencer Tracy played many roles, including Henry Drummond in the 1960 film Inherit the Wind (which he was nominated for an Oscar). In the play at the Goodman Theatre, the true story of Scopes Monkey Trial, Lennix is magnificent. The show may be decades old but is in many ways just as relevant today. And WGN Radio even has a supporting role.

John Manchester of Windy City Sweets joins Steve Dale to tell us who will the presidency based on cookie sales. Featuring cookies that feature the two candidates, the amount of each cookie sold will give Manchester an idea of who will win the election.

John Skelley joins Steve Dale to talk about portraying an adult Harry Potter. Skelley reflects on the impact of the Harry Potter series on a generation and how the new story told in the play adds another layer of the universe and to Harry’s character.