Episodes
Actor Eric Simonson joins Rick Kogan to talk about his book, “Between the Lines: Steppenwolf’s Seagull and A Reluctant Actor’s Journey Back to the Stage,” and upcoming appearances at Steppenwolf on the 10th and Chicago Dramatists on the 11th.
Published 11/04/24
Published 11/04/24
Actor Mitchell Bisschop joins Rick Kogan to talk about the reopening of his one-man show, “Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago.” For more information, visit chicagomitch.com/royko
Published 11/04/24
Contributor Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to catch up on whats new with the the party/social scene.
Published 11/04/24
Dave Gallagher joins Rick Kogan to talk about the release of his first album in 10 years, and first full-length concert in eight years, and what will be his last. The concert is Sunday, September 29th at 3 p.m. at Davenport’s.
Published 09/15/24
Photographer Sandra Steinbrecher joins Rick Kogan to talk about her book, “The Salt Shed: Transformation of a Chicago Landmark.” Follow Sandra on Instagram @sandysteinbrecherphotography.
Published 09/09/24
Miles Harvey joins Rick Kogan to discuss his debut short story collection, “The Registry of Forgotten Objects.”
Published 08/26/24
Candace Jordan joined Rick Kogan to share a recap of the DNC in Chicago last week and some fun events in Chicago as the summer comes to a close.  
Published 08/26/24
The talented Jenny and Robin Bienemann join Rick Kogan to discuss Jenny’s new book, “Sundays with Jenny.”
Published 08/26/24
Writer and actor Mitchell Bisschop joins Rick Kogan to talk about the world premiere of his one-man show that explores the life of Chicago newspaper veteran Mike Royko. Bisschop’s show “Royko: The Toughest Man In Chicago” previews on September 5 at the Chopin Theater with a limited run through September 29. For tickets and more […]
Published 08/19/24
Gary Houston joins Rick Kogan to talk about the 30th Anniversary of the Chicago Quarterly Review and his Nelson Algren reading for Mary Wisniewski’s audio “Algren: A Life.”
Published 08/18/24
Inside Publications columnist Tom O’Gorman joins Rick Kogan to talk about the history of political conventions and the book “Inside the Wigwam.”
Published 08/18/24
Marc Smith and Mark Eleveld join Rick Kogan to talk about the new podcast, “Thru the Mill with Marc Kelly Smith.”
Published 08/12/24
John St. Augustine joins Rick Kogan to talk about the book, “Ironman: Legendary Chicago Cubs Catcher,” which is available only through Lulu.com.
Published 08/12/24
Journalist and media personality Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to talk about the ten great reasons to love summer in Chicago.
Published 08/12/24
Gabe Oppenheim, the new director of La Grange Park Library, joins Rick Kogan to talk about the recently renovated library and the grand reopening this past Saturday.
Published 08/05/24
John Mark Hansen, University of Chicago political science professor, joins Rick Kogan to discuss Chicago’s long history as political convention host.
Published 08/05/24
Magician David Parr joins Rick Kogan to talk about his Magic Lounge engagement now through September 25th.
Published 08/05/24
Mike Osacky joins Rick Kogan to talk about a sports memorabilia convention and a special Babe Ruth jersey on auction for millions of dollars.
Published 08/05/24
 Bill Bowe joins Rick Kogan to talk about his fascinating life as captured in “Riots & Rockets.”
Published 07/28/24
Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to catch up on the party and benefit scene in Chicago.
Published 07/28/24
Producer Harvey Moshman and star Will Clinger join Rick Kogan to talk about the return of  “Wild Travels” for its fourth eight-episode season starting at 5 pm on August 3rd on WTTW-Ch.11.
Published 07/22/24
Mark Dvorak joins Rick Kogan to talk about his life, his latest CD, “Live and Alone,” and his new book, “31 Winters: Finding the Folk Way”.
Published 07/22/24
Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan for her report on what is upcoming on the entertainment and benefit scene in the City! 
Published 07/15/24
Phil Donlon, Actor and Producer, and Gabriel Mann, Director, Writer, Narrator, and Cinematographer join Rick Kogan to talk about their film, “Hotshot”.
Published 07/15/24