Tonight on Pretty Late! (Dec 8th) Elliott Serrano rides side car as we welcome on The Political Round Table (Eric Elk, Ken Jakubowski, Dave Lundy, Mike Leiber) and a special segment from Attorney General candidate, Jesse Ruiz.  To add a little flavor to our Friday night we bring on Susan Danenberger from Danenberger Wines for our “Wine and Wind Down” segment.  Then, we are delighted by music from the very talented, Mike Vinopal of the Chicago group, Local Motive .  […]

Tonight on Pretty Late with Patti Vasquez (Dec 6th) We welcome President of Wow Bao, Geoff Alexander who is bringing Wow Bao into 2018 with a fully automated store.  Wow Bao‘s hot Asian buns have been delighting Chicagoans for years now and now you’ll be able to take your dining experience to the next level!  Listen in Patti interviews Geoff about his life, career and where he’s taking Wow Bao in the future.  For more info visit: http://wowbao.com   Love […]

Tonight on Pretty Late! (Dec  5th) John Teti (AV Club) rides side car as we welcome Jen Zanotti  (Jiu Jitsu Intstructor) to discuss the recent Jiu Jitsu WGN Recess.   Then, Alexandra Eidenberg joins the show to discuss WeWill (a nonpartisan grassroots lobbying organization fighting for women’s and children’s rights in the state of Illinois).  And to help you with all your tech needs, the one and only – Steve Van Dinter (Verizon) delights us with a slew of new […]

Patti Vasquez observes “Freaky/Freak Out Friday” as the Senate prepares to pass the GOP’s sweeping ta reform bill, but first Elliot Serrano and Susan Danenberger of Danenberger Family Vineyards join the show for the latest Netflix/wine pairing in this week’s ‘Binge and Uncork’.  Then we convene the Political Roundtable with Dave Lundy, Eric Elk and Ken Jakubowksi, who break down this post-midnight legislative shuffle; Roger Badesch joins the crew for a round of “What’s That From?” and more.

Tonight on Pretty Late! (Nov 28th) Illinois Representative Rob Martwick rides side car as we talk politics, legalizing marijuana in IL and more.  Then, cast members Molly Lyons and Rusty Schwimmer, along with Managing Director Sommer Austin of The Agency Theater Collective’s Hellcab stop by the studio to tell us about the production. Finally, we welcome on The Momedians of Momedy Denise Medina, Colleen Brennan, and Kat Herskovic to talk to us about motherhood and their upcoming show at Davenport’s Piano Bar.  All […]

Celebrate Thanksgiving with Patti Vasquez and the rest of the Pretty Late crew! Tonight, Patti talks Thanksgiving traditions, Charles Dickens’ recipe for flaming punch, and Black Friday shopping. Plus, listen to the gang play rousing games of “Thanks or No Thanks” and “What is That From?” with listeners.

Tonight on Pretty Late! (Nov 21st) We welcome Jen Zanotti  (Jiu Jitsu Intstructor) to help Patti prep for the upcoming Jiu Jitsu WGN Recess.  Then, Khit Masoud jumps on air to discuss the Blessons organization which provides free mentorship/free educational & wellness workshops to all women, in addition to scholarships for women who are 25 years or older and who had their higher education put on hold due to challenging life lessons.  And have you done your Christmas shopping yet? […]

On tonight’s show we welcome Susan Danenberger from  Danenberger Family Vineyards for our Wine and Wind Down segment.  Tonight they continue the Binge and Uncork segment and see what wines pair best with they are binge-watching. For more information visit:  http://www.danenbergerfamilyvineyards.com/ Listen to the full podcast right here: Love the show?  We want to hear from you!!  Message us at:  FACEBOOK | TWITTER | WGN SHOW PAGE | ITunes Or reach out to Producer Michael for guest info and inquires:  […]

Tonight on Pretty Late! (Nov 16th) Tribune Cartoonist, Scott Stantis rides side car as we learn how to Avoid Holiday Scams This Holiday Season with SiteJabber CEO: Michael Lai.  Then, Teresa Lugo and Brian Dillion jump on air to discuss ongoing Puerto Rico Relief Efforts.  And finally, we take listener calls to talk about favorite classic movies. Listen to the full podcast right here: Love the show?  We want to hear from you!!  Message us at:  FACEBOOK | TWITTER | […]

Tonight on Pretty Late! (Nov 14th) The AV Club’s John Teti rides side car as we welcome legendary character, Scut Farkus from ‘The Christmas Story’.  His real name, Zach Ward, is now the CEO of Global Sports Financial Exchange – Listen in to hear his story of how he went from lovable bully to CEO.  Then, “The Kate’s” have a new comedy show in the works so, the team of Kelsie Huff, Alexandra Tsarpalas, and Denise Medina jump on air […]