Best WGN Plus Podcasts (2024)

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Getting to Yes, And... | Mary Murphy - 'Cultures of Growth'

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Kelly talks to Mary Murphy, professor of psychological and brain sciences at Indiana University and founding director of the Summer Institute on Diversity at the Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University. Her new book is called “Cultures of Growth: How the New Science of Mindset Can Transform Individuals, Teams and…

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Are Television Shows Unrealistic? Solving Real Violent Crimes With Fingerprint Analysis. 41:36

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Are Television Shows Unrealistic? Solving Real Violent Crimes With Fingerprint Analysis. Have popular television shows and movies about crime scene technicians and forensics corrupted public perception with misinformation? What do Hollywood and television get wrong about crime labs and crime scene technicians? The interview is available as a free p…

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Getting to Yes, And… | Mary Murphy – ‘Cultures of Growth’

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Kelly talks to Mary Murphy, professor of psychological and brain sciences at Indiana University and founding director of the Summer Institute on Diversity at the Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University. Her new book is called “Cultures of Growth: How the New Science of Mindset Can Transform Individuals, Teams and…

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Start your June right with Johnnie and Steve!

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Johnnie Putman and Steve King kick off June with the perfect summer show! All you really need is fantastic food and magnificent music! If the sound of overpriced turkey legs and things that should not be pickled doesn’t whet your appetite, out first guest might. We start off by saying hi to WGN-TV meteorologist Mike Janssen to talk about the quinte…

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‘Turret’ starring Michael Shannon at Chopin Theatre is gripping audiences through June 22nd

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[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DK-sksElFAo?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en-US&autohide=2&wmode=transparent&w=900&h=507] “Turret” is Levi Holloway’s stunning new play making its World Premiere with A Red Orchid Theatre, and playing at The Chopin Theatre thru June 22nd. This is a stunning, futuristic, sci…

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‘Elton Jim’ notices how graphic new deodorant commercials are getting — how long have we smelled so bad?

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In this 419th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano’s “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano notices how graphic new deodorant commercials are getting — how long have we smelled so bad? https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4901598/4901598_2024-06-01-033938.64kmono.mp3 More from Elton Jim Elton Jim’s Captain Pod-tastic ‘Elton Jim’: How long have we smelled so bad? .c…

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Bob Hope’s legacy continues on YouTube

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Jim Hardy, former production employee for Bob Hope, joins Steve to talk about the Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation and how he is bringing back the memories. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4976621/4976621_2024-06-02-201821.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other World Bob Hope’s legacy continues on YouTube .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Tele…

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Telehealth guidelines for animals and children

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Dr. Gail Golab, associate executive VP and Chief Veterinary Officer American Veterinary Medical Association, and Bridget Hillman, manager of Lurie’s Children’s Hospital Telehealth program, join Steve to discuss post-pandemic concerns about telehealth but also positive uses of this technology. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4976601/4976601_2024-06…

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City Alderpeople demanding CTA improvements

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Scott Waguespack is the Alderman of Chicago’s 32nd Ward. He joins Steve to talk about the recent events surrounding the head of CTA, Dorval R. Carter, Jr,, rebuking the criticisms of his performance as a race issue. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4976573/4976573_2024-06-02-203413.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other World Bob Hope’s legacy…

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Summer events all summer long with River North Fests

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Nick Grisetto at RiverNorthFests talks to Steve about the upcoming events this summer ranging from bottomless mimosas to Wizard Disco parties. Listen and find out all there is below. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4976558/4976558_2024-06-02-204558.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other World Bob Hope’s legacy continues on YouTube .cls-7{fill…

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The best pork chops to get this Father’s Day

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Perry’s Executive Chef Dan DeLorensi joins Steve to talk about their locations’ celebration at Father’s Day and will reveal their secrets to their award-winning pork chops. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4976546/4976546_2024-06-02-201646.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other World Bob Hope’s legacy continues on YouTube .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill…

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The ‘Invincible’ Vince Papale joins the Jim Bob Show and Gridiron Greats!

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The Jim Bob Show with Dane on WGN Radio and the ROAR Podcast Series Eagles’ legend and the inspiration behind the Hollywood hit movie “Invincible”, Vince Papale joins Jim Bob Morris and Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Vince shares the story behind his success and the amazing journey from schoolteacher to Captain of the Philadelphia Eagles. Vince fi…

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Banding falcon chicks in Bavaria, Germany and remarkable bird movement stories

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter joins you from Bavaria, Germany and talks with Anthony Hammond about banding young falcons, as well as the remarkable story of a cross-continental bird trip. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4868449/4868449_2024-05-29-193149.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Great Outdoors with Charlie Potter Banding falc…

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Her Stroke of Love Changed Her Life of Repressed Memories from Childhood Trauma. 41:31

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Her Stroke of Love Changed Her Life of Repressed Memories from Childhood Trauma. Repressed memories from the trauma of her childhood for years. As a teenager, she began the journey to recover from the effects of the abuse she endured as a child. She suffered a stroke and survived, making the decision to build the life she wanted for herself, her sp…

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Chicago Way w/John Kass: When the empire falls, more than just ribs will be left broken

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (05/31/24): RealClear Politics’ Tom Bevan join John Kass & Jeff Carlin with a look at how Donald Trump’s legal issues hamper (or don’t) his chances in the general election come November, if sanity can ever be regained in the arena of political discourse, and will the Republic rebound from the weaponization of the media & mor…

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Classic Cocktail Riffs 1:05:13

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We love cocktails on Barrel to Bottle. We love classics, and we love riffs. We might love riffs more. This week, we’ve got three mixologists riffing on three classic cocktails for Greg and Jim to judge. Check out our blog for all the recipes. If you have a question for the Barrel to Bottle Crew, email us at comments@binnys.com, or reach out to us o…

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They’re just too good to be true! The Jersey Boys is amazing at Mercury Theater Chicago through July 28th

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[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jf35EBTBfao?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en-US&autohide=2&wmode=transparent&w=900&h=507] Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons created the soundtrack of a generation that still lives today. And Mercury theater Chicago makes the magic happen with its production of the Jersey B…

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Walter Jacobson’s Perspective 5-30-24: An honor so well-deserved for Jesse White

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Like so many people, I am glued to news about Donald Trump. But right now I’m thinking about a famous political person here in Illinois who is every bit as well-known as Trump because he was for so many years our Secretary of State. Of course, I’m thinking about Jesse White, whose name and no doubt his picture are soon to be, if they’re not already…

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The Mincing Rascals 5.29.24: DNC to virtually nominate Biden and Harris, Illinois budget vote, America’s best decade

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The Mincing Rascals this week are Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Cate Plys, former staff writer at the Chicago Reader and political op-ed columnist at the Sun-Times and Tribune, and political pundit Marj Halperin. This week the Rascals talk about the upcoming DNC in Chicago and the pla…

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FBI Arresting Serial Killers, From Computer Data to Danger. 42:11

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FBI Arresting Serial Killers, From Computer Data to Danger. Forget what you see in movies and on TV about serial killers and how they're caught. In this podcast interview we discuss the true realities of investigating these criminals and the crucial role of the FBI. The interview is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and the show's website. A se…

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Steve and Johnnie come home!

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After a long siesta in Florida, they’re back! Summertime usually means music, sports, cars and coughing! Luckily, this Steve and Johnnie show has all of those things! Dane Neal, WGN Radio host and racing superfan, is on the show to talk all things NASCAR. Between star power that’s expected and the immense physical feats these track masters achieve …

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Getting to Yes, And... | Elias Aboujaoude - 'A Leader’s Destiny'

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Kelly connects with Stanford professor of psychiatry, Elias Aboujaoude, to talk about his provocative new book, "A Leader's Destiny: Why Psychology, Personality, and Character Make All the Difference.” https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4864449/Elias_Aboujaoude_2024-05-22-021349.64kmono.mp3 “Coaches may be ‘treating’ people who should be receiving me…

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Getting to Yes, And… | Elias Aboujaoude – ‘A Leader’s Destiny’

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Kelly connects with Stanford professor of psychiatry, Elias Aboujaoude, to talk about his provocative new book, “A Leader’s Destiny: Why Psychology, Personality, and Character Make All the Difference.” https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4864449/Elias_Aboujaoude_2024-05-22-021349.64kmono.mp3 “Coaches may be ‘treating’ people who should be receiving me…

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‘Elton Jim’ marvels at nature’s recent trifecta – solar eclipse, northern lights, and cicadas!!

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In this 418th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano’s “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano marvels at nature’s recent trifecta — solar eclipse, northern lights, and cicadas!! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4866563/4866563_2024-05-25-155003.64kmono.mp3 More from Elton Jim Elton Jim’s Captain Pod-tastic ‘Elton Jim’: How long have we smelled so bad? .cls-7{fill…

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Jim Bob Morris and El Bandido Yankee are ready to race and celebrate with fans for the Indy 500!

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El Bandido Yankee co-founder Jim Bob Morris joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Jim Bob shares excitement for the race by bringing “Tequila to the Track” with trackside tailgates and fun for fans. Hear as Jim Bob fills us in on El Bandido Yankee being the Official Tequila of Raceday and why race fans love to “Break Out the Bandido” https://serve.…

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Helio Castroneves joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio for his ‘Drive for FIVE’ at the 108th Indy 500!

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4-time Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves joins Dane Neal during the live WGN Radio pre race show. Hear as Helio talks about excitement for the race, new role as a partial IndyCar team owner and his latest opportunity to be the first driver ever to win a fifth 500. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4866945/4866945_2024-05-26-204445.128.mp3 his RACE w…

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Mario Andretti joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio to preview the 108th Running of the Indy 500!

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Racing legend Mario Andretti joins Dane Neal trackside to talk about the history, tradition and what makes the Indy 500 so special. Hear as Mario fills us in on the new blue “Winners Jackets” and what make IMS second to none. Listen as Mario talks about Kyle Larson trying to race both the Indy 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 in one day. Mario shares his …

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Jamie Little shares the magic of Indy and ‘doing the double’ with Kyle Larson!

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Nascar on FOX broadcaster Jamie Little joins Dane Neal to share the magic and magnitude of the Indy 500. Hear as Jamie fills us in on what makes it the “Greatest Spectacle in Racing” and the excitement around Kyle Larson being in on all the action in Indy, looking to make history and then heading to Charlotte for the Coca-Cola 600! https://serve.ca…

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The El Bandido Yankee ‘Tequila at the Track’ pre-race show for the Indy 500 brings Mario Andretti, Helio Castroneves and more to WGN Radio!

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Racing legend Mario Andretti with Dane Neal before the 108th Indy 500 – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio WGN Radio host Dane Neal broadcasts trackside from the 108th running of the Indy 500. Hear as Dane is joined by the legendary Mario Andretti, current driver making history, Helio Castroneves, media stars Jamie Little and David Vrabel “Nascarcasm” …

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Our national wildlife refuges could lose the ability to be managed and Tennessee restricts game wardens access to private lands

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On this airing of The Great Outdoors, Charlie Potter talks about the concerns of U.S. wildlife refuges losing their ability to be managed along with a legal change in Tennessee that prevents game warden’s access to private land without a warrant. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4859634/4859634_2024-05-14-213934.128.mp3 Recent Posts The Great Outdo…

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Dallas Police To TV Star on First 48, To a Salt Water Fishing Captain. The Forensic Interview. 40:40

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Dallas Police To TV Star on First 48, To a Salt Water Fishing Captain. The Forensic Interview. Starting as a police officer in Dallas, he rose to become a Homicide Detective and later gained fame as a TV star on the A&E series "First 48". Renowned for his forensic interview expertise, he retired from the Dallas Police Department to teach forensic i…

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Trump Trials, Alito’s Flags, ICC Arrest Warrants & much more

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Clarkson Law Firm Partner Glenn Danas explains a Hail Mary legal maneuver in Trump’s classified documents case. Berkley Judicial Institute of Law Executive Director Jeremy Fogel explains the judicial ethics of Justice Alito’s “Stop the Steal” flags. Atlantic Council Director of Strategic Litigation Project Gissou Nia provides insight into ICC’s app…

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Trump Trials, Alito’s Flags, ICC Arrest Warrants & much more

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Clarkson Law Firm Partner Glenn Danas explains a Hail Mary legal maneuver in Trump’s classified documents case. Berkley Judicial Institute of Law Executive Director Jeremy Fogel explains the judicial ethics of Justice Alito’s “Stop the Steal” flags. Atlantic Council Director of Strategic Litigation Project Gissou Nia provides insight into ICC’s app…

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Chicago Way w/John Kass: A health update and tribute to the best wife in the universe

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Chicago Way w/John Kass (05/24/24): John Kass has an update on his health and explains why Nikki Haley could cause him to become a ‘commie.’ Jeff Carlin explains the science behind beer temperatures and Kasso celebrates his wife Betty on the anniversary of their marriage with the story of being left gobsmacked the moment they first met. Check out m…

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Magician Ondrej Psenicka’s ’52 Lovers’ wows at Chicago Magic Lounge, Wednesdays through June 26th

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[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tefqvuj9uBY?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en-US&autohide=2&wmode=transparent&w=900&h=507] Chicago is home to close- up magic and the latest magician to “wow” audiences at the Chicago Magic Lounge every Wednesday night at 7pm (through June 26th is the amazing Ondrej Psenicka…

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Getting to Yes, And... | Renee Fleming - Music and Mind: Live from the Chicago Humanities Festival

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Please enjoy this bonus podcast as Kelly interviews opera legend Renee Fleming live for the Chicago Humanities Festival as they discuss her new book "Music and Mind: Harnessing the Arts for Health and Wellness." https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4864443/Renee_Fleming_2024-05-22-013643.64kmono.mp3 “We humans likely sang before we spoke.” “I believe t…

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Getting to Yes, And… | Renee Fleming – Music and Mind: Live from the Chicago Humanities Festival

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Please enjoy this bonus podcast as Kelly interviews opera legend Renee Fleming live for the Chicago Humanities Festival as they discuss her new book “Music and Mind: Harnessing the Arts for Health and Wellness.” https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4864443/Renee_Fleming_2024-05-22-013643.64kmono.mp3 “We humans likely sang before we spoke.” “I believe t…

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The Return of Matt Brynildson 1:13:51

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Firestone Walker’s Matt Brynildson returns to Barrel to Bottle. He’s in Chicago to launch a collab with our friends at Half Acre for the annual Firestone Walker Invitational. You can hear all about that event on our previous episode with Matt Brynildson. Matt loves returning to Chicago and we love having him on the podcast to share his extensive kn…

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Walter Jacobson’s Perspective 5-23-24: The Chicago Bears are wasting no time at all to cash in on Caleb Williams

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It’s not a surprise, not at all a surprise, that the Chicago Bears are wasting no time at all to cash in on Caleb Williams, the recently-drafted college superstar quarterback Caleb Williams. The Bears owners and managers in Halas Hall appear to be charging the cost of hiring Caleb Williams to Bear fans, especially season ticket holders. Depending o…

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The Mincing Rascals 5.22.24: ShotSpotter, speed cameras, Justice Alito flag controversy

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The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, Brandon Pope, host of ‘On the Block‘ on WCIU, and Cate Plys, former staff writer at the Chicago Reader and political op-ed columnist at the Sun-Times and Tribune. The Rascals kick things off talk…

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American Human Smuggling Facts and Fears, The Ugly Truth. 41:41

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American Human Smuggling Facts and Fears, The Ugly Truth. What are the facts and fears about human smuggling and sex slavery? The ugly truth is stark, especially concerning Central and South America and the U.S. border. Join us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and our website as we explore these issues with our guest, Dr. Jarrod Sadulski. Dr. Sadulski…

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It’s a musical, it’s theater, it’s an evening at the neighborhood pub: ‘The Choir of Man’ at the Apollo Theater through May 26th

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[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=szpVNWN6up8?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en-US&autohide=2&wmode=transparent&w=900&h=507] It’s unlike any theatrical experience. Attending The Choir of Man is like going to the neighborhood pub (in Ireland or England, for sure) complete with beer, snacks, music and a really…

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Getting to Yes, And… | Cass Sunstein – ‘How to Become Famous’

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Kelly welcomes the prolific author Cass Sunstein back to the show to talk about his new book, “How to Become Famous: Lost Einsteins, Forgetting Superstars and How The Beatles Came to Be.” https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4863785/Cass_Sunstein_2024-05-21-002725.64kmono.mp3 “Success and failure are exceedingly hard to predict.” “Excessive familiarity…

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Getting to Yes, And... | Cass Sunstein - 'How to Become Famous'

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Kelly welcomes the prolific author Cass Sunstein back to the show to talk about his new book, "How to Become Famous: Lost Einsteins, Forgetting Superstars and How The Beatles Came to Be." https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4863785/Cass_Sunstein_2024-05-21-002725.64kmono.mp3 “Success and failure are exceedingly hard to predict.” “Excessive familiarity…

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Victor Wong Fellowship offered at Second City for growing improv comedians

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[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZwUJmTXrSc?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en-US&autohide=2&wmode=transparent&w=900&h=507] Second City is truly a jewel in the crown of Chicago’s comedy scene attaining international recognition and respect. Many of the greats have come from Second City including Steve Carel…

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‘Elton Jim’ talks how new rock docs are vital for legacies and ‘edu-tainment’ for younger generations

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In this 417th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano’s “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano talks how new rock docs are vital for legacies and “edu-tainment” for younger generations. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4863042/4863042_2024-05-19-155942.64kmono.mp3 More from Elton Jim Elton Jim’s Captain Pod-tastic ‘Elton Jim’: How long have we smelled so bad? .cls…

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