Segment 1:  Tom Appel, Publisher, Consumer Guide Automotive and host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast, talks to Dane Neal, in for John Williams, about a number of auto industry related stories such as details surrounding the confirmed plans Honda and Nissan have to merge into the 3rd largest automaker and what we learned about the auto industry in 2024.

Segment 2: Tim Shanley, legendary Chicago Bears tailgater and driver of Da Bus, talks with Dane Neal about his tailgating experience and how it has led to food donations and community partnerships, such as one with Firewater BBQ. Matt from Firewater BBQ joins the show as well to discuss Firewater’s role in the upcoming Bears’ tailgate.

Segment 3:  Phil Davidson, Communications Director at Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council and one of the hosts The Workers’ Mic on WGN Radio Sundays from 8am-9am joins Dane Neal, in for John Williams, to share updates on the Chicago Starbucks workers’ strike and the Amazon workers’ strike.

Segment 4: Mark Virkler, Owner and Director of Vito Vault, a new speakeasy in Chicago that offers a variety of entertainment and food options joins Dane Neal, in for John Williams. Listen below to hear Mark talk about the process of getting Vito’s Vault open, when the shows are, and more! Vito’s Vault is located at 5901 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60630.