Sunday Morning

On this full show episode, Dean chats with Mimi Plauche from the Chicago International Film Festival, Bradley Cooper on A Star Is Born and David Tamarkin from Epicurious.  Throughout the show, Mike Hamernick from the WGN Weather Center and Dave Schwan gives a Far Flung Forecast during the Chicago Marathon! Also, tune in to hear the stars from Tootsies, Santino Fontana and Lilli Cooper. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3554336/3554336_2018-10-08-121736.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3749.mp3  

Actor Burt Reynolds appeared a number of times on WGN Radio over the years, from the peak of his 1970s stardom to more recent appearances as he reflected on his career. Reynolds died today at age 82. We look back at some of his appearances here: Roy Leonard – March 1972, near the time of the publication of Reynolds’ Cosmopolitan centerfold Dean Richards – April 2011, as Reynolds was in Chicago the area for screenings of some of his classic […]

This week on Dean Richards’ Sunday Morning: In honor of the passing of beloved state senator John McCain, Dean speaks with WGN TV’s Paul Lisnek and Illinois senator Dick Durbin about the war hero turned statesman and his unwavering belief in his ideals and principles. “Elton” Jim Turano flies co-pilot throughout the show and talks about his upcoming performance in the classic play, “The Crucible”. Plus, Dean and Jim talk about the impending closure of legendary Chicago restaurant, Sabatino’s, as […]

This week on Dean Richards’ Sunday Morning: Longtime Air and Water Show announcer Herb Hunter calls in live from the show to give a preview of all the amazing performances from the Golden Knights, Leap Frogs and more. Dean reaches back into the archives for his interview with the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, in honor of her passing. She talks about the state of modern music and performing at President Obama’s inauguration. Learn and laugh with the ladies of […]

This week on Dean Richards’ Sunday Morning: Dean has an exclusive interview with SNL executive producer and creator Lorne Michaels from the Museum of Broadcast Communications. Lorne talks about the influence of SNL on global culture and his favorite cast members from Chicago. “Hamilton” star Jose Ramos stops by for a preview of his sold out solo debut at Schubas’ Tavern and talks with Dean about the future of his career. Keeper of the Great American Songbook Michael Feinstein previews his upcoming […]

This week on Dean Richards’ Sunday Morning: Dean has an exclusive interview with SNL executive producer and creator Lorne Michaels from the Museum of Broadcast Communications. Lorne talks about the influence of SNL on global culture and his favorite cast members from Chicago. “Hamilton” star Jose Ramos stops by for a preview of his sold out solo debut at Schubas’ Tavern and talks with Dean about the future of his career. Keeper of the Great American Songbook Michael Feinstein previews his upcoming […]

It’s the last day of Lollapalooza, but the party never stops on Dean Richards’ Sunday Morning! Mike Strautmanis, Obama Foundation’s Chief of Civic Engagement, starts off the show talking about the amazing Portal immersive experience available at the Lolla Cares tent that allows visitors to chat with other music lovers around the world. WGN-TV sportscaster Jarrett Payton is live from Canton, Ohio to recap the emotional induction of Chicago Bear Brian Urlacher into the National Football Hall of Fame. This […]

It’s the last day of Lollapalooza, but the party never stops on Dean Richards’ Sunday Morning! Mike Strautmanis, Obama Foundation’s Chief of Civic Engagement, starts off the show talking about the amazing Portal immersive experience available at the Lolla Cares tent that allows visitors to chat with other music lovers around the world. WGN-TV sportscaster Jarrett Payton is live from Canton, Ohio to recap the emotional induction of Chicago Bear Brian Urlacher into the National Football Hall of Fame. This […]

Director of the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) at the College of Dupage, Diana Martinez joins Dean Richards in studio to talk about upcoming programs. Martinez says there are some world premieres that she’s excited about. Part of her focus for is on education. “We want to be on the side that brings everybody together. The country is so fragmented so we had a real solid conversation about where we want to be.” She encourages different cultures and ideas to work […]

Director of the McAninch Arts Center (MAC) at the College of Dupage, Diana Martinez joins Dean Richards in studio to talk about upcoming programs. Martinez says there are some world premieres that she’s excited about. Part of her focus for is on education. “We want to be on the side that brings everybody together. The country is so fragmented so we had a real solid conversation about where we want to be.” She encourages different cultures and ideas to work […]