Dean Richards, Dave Schwan, and Andy Masur start off this Father’s Day Sunday by sharing stories about their dads. The guys also give a shoutout to Engineer Bob Ferguson for his 35th work anniversary with WGN Radio.

For today’s Far Flung Forecast, Dave takes us to Spokane, Washington.

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week’s health update. This week, Dr. Silver shares medical issues men should be aware of. Some pertaining to heart health, prostate health and more. Then Dr. Silver answers listener questions.

Dean kicks off his This Week in Theatre segment by chatting with the star of the new 6-episode audio adaptation of the classic play by William Shakespeare HAMLET, Daniel Kyri (Hamlet) alongside the show’s adapter, director and executive producer Jeremy McCarter. Listen in while they discuss the Make Believe Association, what makes this audio drama so unique and more.

Dean’s A-List interview this week is with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Carrie-Anne Moss to discuss FUBAR season 2.

On this week’s Food Time segment Dean talks about go-to meals dads like to make over the summer. For more, go to wgntv.com/deancooks.

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week’s health update. This week, Dr. Silver shares medical issues men should be aware of. Some pertaining to heart health, prostate health and more. Then Dr. Silver answers listener questions.

Dean Richards, Dave Schwan, and Andy Masur start off this Tony Award Sunday by talking what Dean is looking forward to the most during the 78th Tony Awards.

For today’s Far Flung Forecast, Dave takes us to Clark, Missouri.

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week’s health update. This week, Dr. Silver talks about how coffee influences aging. Then Dr. Silver answers listener questions.

Dean kicks off his This Week in Theatre segment by chatting with the Producing Managing Director of Black Ensemble Theatre and writer and director of That’s What Friend’s Are For, Daryl D. Brooks who is joined alongside actress Rose Marie Simmons. Listen in while Daryl and Rose talk about this musical which celebrates sisterhood, soul, and legendary voices. The production runs June 7-July 27, 2025, at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center, 4450 N. Clark Street in Chicago.

Next, WGN TV News Anchor Dina Bair joins Dean to share details surrounding “Pope Leo XIV: From Chicago to the World” which will air on WGN-TV today, June 8th at 3pm.

Dean’s A-List interview this week is with Actors Benecio Del Toro and Michael Cera alongside Actress Mia Threapleton who are all cast members of The Phoenician Scheme.

On this week’s Food Time segment Dean talks about foods you make utilizing a stick.

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week’s health update. This week, Dr. Silver talks about how your coffee intake influences aging. Then Dr. Silver answers listener questions.

Dean Richards, Dave Schwan, and Andy Masur start by welcoming former producer Jack Heinrich back.

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week’s health update. This week, Dr. Silver talks about COVID-19 vaccine news from the week and then talks about the new COVID variant. Then Dr. Silver answers listener questions.

Ronnie Marmo, Actor and Director, joins Dean to catch up and talk about the return of his shows Bill W & Dr. Bob at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie and “I’m not a Comedian… I’m Lenny Bruce”.

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week’s health update. This week, Dr. Silver talks about COVID-19 vaccine news from the week and then talks about the new COVID variant. Then Dr. Silver answers listener questions.

Dean Richards, Dave Schwan, and Andy Masur start off by talking about Pope Leo XIV’s first ride in the ‘Popemobile’. Then, Andy shares details about his recent laser eye procedure. For today’s Far Flung Forecast, Dave takes us to Saugatuck Michigan, where the Pope attended high school.

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week’s health update. This week, Dr. Silver talks about the differences between urgent care and the emergency room.

Then, Jim Corti, Artistic Director at Paramount Theatre Aurora joins the show to discuss their circus-themed rendition of Cats and the extension of Million Dollar Quartet.

Dean’s A-List interview this week is with Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles.

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Dean for this week’s health update. This week, Dr. Silver talks about the differences between urgent care and the emergency room.

Elton Jim Turano is filling in this week for Dean Richards, but listen anyway! Jim, Rob LaFrentz (in for Dave Schwan) and Andy kick things off by talking about Pope Leo XIV’s Chicago connections.

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Elton Jim Turano (in for Dean Richards) for this week’s health update. This week, Dr. Silver reflects on the development of the COVID-19 vaccine and where things stand today.

Later, Jim and Andy discuss horse racing, and if it is time to change the structure with yet another horse opting out on a chance to win the Triple Crown. Then, they talk about the Bears! After this, Jim and WGN Radio listeners share fond memories of their mothers; additionally, we hear from the moms!

Then, Jim welcomes in his good friend Mick Kayler to break down the latest news in entertainment! To close things off, Jim is joined by Ann Marie Frank, one of the founders of Loving Lunches.

Dr. Jeremy Silver, MD, Medical Director of Emergency Medicine at Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, joins Elton Jim Turano (in for Dean Richards) for this week’s health update. This week, Dr. Silver reflects on the development of the COVID-19 vaccine and where things stand today.