As Black Friday approaches, CEO of the Better Business Bureau, Steve Bernas joins Andrea Darlas to discuss ways consumers can avoid scams as they search for the best deals.  Bernas says that “scam artists go where the money is at” whether that be through e-mails or fake websites. One tip he wants shoppers to know is to understand the company.  He suggests using gift cards right away and cleaning internet browsers so credit card information isn’t easily accessible. Tune in […]

Pam Paziotopoulos (Runs Domestic Violence Awarness Organization DVPolicy.org) joins us on air to talk about the importance of staying informed of what to do when involved in an abusive relationship.  Then,  ChillFest music festival is coming to Chicago across dozens of stores in Wicker Park and Bucktown — Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce spokesperson Elizabeth Neukirch tells us all about it and Folk singer/songwriter Ryan Burns delights us with some tunes.  Then, the awe-inspiring spectacle of lights and nature – Illumination: […]

Pam Paziotopoulos (Runs Domestic Violence Awarness Organization DVPolicy.org) joins us on air to talk about the importance of staying informed of what to do when involved in an abusive relationship.  Then,  ChillFest music festival is coming to Chicago across dozens of stores in Wicker Park and Bucktown — Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce spokesperson Elizabeth Neukirch tells us all about it and Folk singer/songwriter Ryan Burns delights us with some tunes.  Then, the awe-inspiring spectacle of lights and nature – Illumination: […]

After our thorough coverage of the events of the day we return to our regularly scheduled program with the team from “Drawl” a fantastic new restaurant that has recently opened it’s doors in Lincoln Park.  Chef Justin Stadler and Managing Partner Alette Valencia join us to delight us with their food and tell us all about it! Then, from Chicago’s House of Blues – Ryan Shea discusses an upcoming benefit concert happening tomorrow with some of the best blues musicians […]

After our thorough coverage of the events of the day we return to our regularly scheduled program with the team from “Drawl” a fantastic new restaurant that has recently opened it’s doors in Lincoln Park.  Chef Justin Stadler and Managing Partner Alette Valencia join us to delight us with their food and tell us all about it! Then, from Chicago’s House of Blues – Ryan Shea discusses an upcoming benefit concert happening tomorrow with some of the best blues musicians […]

We bring you continued coverage of the Mercy Hospital shooting which happened in the city of Chicago. We provide insight and news coverage from: Ryan Burrow (WGN Radio News) Dometi Pongo (WGN Radio News) Dr. John Duffy (WGN Plus Host) John O’Malley (Former Police Officer) Love the show or want to reach out to Patti or Andrea?  FACEBOOK | TWITTER | WGN SHOW PAGE | ITunes Or reach out to Executive Producer Michael Heidemann for guest info and inquires:  TWITTER

We bring you continued coverage of the Mercy Hospital shooting which happened in the city of Chicago. We provide insight and news coverage from: Ryan Burrow (WGN Radio News) Dometi Pongo (WGN Radio News) Dr. John Duffy (WGN Plus Host) John O’Malley (Former Police Officer) Love the show or want to reach out to Patti or Andrea?  FACEBOOK | TWITTER | WGN SHOW PAGE | ITunes Or reach out to Executive Producer Michael Heidemann for guest info and inquires:  TWITTER

You know it’s Christmas time when the Joffrey Ballet celebrates with their rendition of Christopher Wheeldon’s Chicago-set “The Nutcracker”.  To tell us all about it we welcome on dancers: Graham Maverick and Brooke Linford to tell us about their background and The Nutcracker’s connection to the city.  Mary Alice Gilgunn and husband Hugh Gilgunn, (co-owners of We Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gym – Chicago/Palatine) join us to discuss their gym that provides kids of ALL abilities a place to play and […]

You know it’s Christmas time when the Joffrey Ballet celebrates with their rendition of Christopher Wheeldon’s Chicago-set “The Nutcracker”.  To tell us all about it we welcome on dancers: Graham Maverick and Brooke Linford to tell us about their background and The Nutcracker’s connection to the city.  Mary Alice Gilgunn and husband Hugh Gilgunn, (co-owners of We Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gym – Chicago/Palatine) join us to discuss their gym that provides kids of ALL abilities a place to play and […]

WGN Radio legend Spike O’Dell joins us by phone to tell us what he’s been up to! Love the show or want to reach out to Patti or Andrea?  FACEBOOK | TWITTER | WGN SHOW PAGE | ITunes Or reach out to Executive Producer Michael Heidemann for guest info and inquires:  TWITTER