Best Wgn Tv Podcasts (2024)

Garry discusses the increase in the singles tax and that women prefer to be single. Plus, a worker is dead in a remote area that was killed by two polar bears.

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GarrForce Episode 1304 - Crazy Wildlife 32:43

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Garry discusses the litter and things all over the highways these days. Plus, a teacher in California comes face to face with a bear in her classroom.

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GarrForce Episode 1302 - Monday Motivation 32:39

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Garry and Leslie talk about what has become of Navy Pier in Chicago and about Garry's weekend fun. Plus, a herd of water buffalo keeps getting loose around Nashville.

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Episode 354: Richard's Lilac Lodge In Hillside IL, And My Memories Of Jolly Good Beverages In Chicago. 30:15

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Episode 354: I will discuss Richard's Lilac Lodge in Hillside IL, and my memories of Jolly Good Beverages in Chicago.

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Episode 353: My Current Health Status And My Recent Visit To Six Flags Great America Amusement Park In Gurnee, IL. 34:03

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Episode 353: I will discuss my current health status and my recent visit to Six Flags Great America Amusement Park in Gurnee, IL.

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Totally the 80’s Part 2: Robert Hays, Valerie Bertinelli, Michael Gross, Fred Savage, Alan Ruck, Martha Davis

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WGN Radio’s Dave Plier celebrates the eighties with part two of his radio special: ‘Totally the 80’s’, featuring conversations with Robert Hays from ‘Airplane’, Valerie Bertinelli from ‘One Day at a Time’, Chicago’s own Michael Gross from ‘Family Ties’, Chicago’s own Fred Savage from ‘The Wonder Years’, Alan Ruck from ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ and…

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GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 8-9-24 1:04:59

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Stream along with another commando edition of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, on Friday, August 9, 2024. No scheduled guests, but yappetizers and nonsense aplenty. The live stream starts kind of exactly at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Please help us spread word about the show by sharing a link on your preferred social media channels to let yo…

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GarrForce Episode 1301 - PreFlight Fun 13:02

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Stream along with another commando edition of The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, on Friday, August 9, 2024. No scheduled guests, but yappetizers and nonsense aplenty. The live stream starts kind of exactly at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Please help us spread word about the show by sharing a link on your preferred social media channels to let yo…

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GarrForce Episode 1300 - A Wild Wednesday 28:55

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Garry discusses the new trend of eating products in the store while you shop. Plus a man in Florida is in trouble with the law after attacking his mother with a pot of spaghetti.

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Garrforce Episode 1299 - Stick the Landing 33:16

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Garry shares some his observations around the Olympic coverage this past weekend. Plus, Nebraska teen is in trouble for derailing a freight train and then posting the video on YouTube.

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Episode 352: My Memories Of Ed Debevic's Restaurant In Chicago And Kellogg's Cereal Packs From The 1970s. 32:41

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Episode 352: I will discuss my memories of Ed Debevic's Restaurant in Chicago and Kellogg's Cereal Packs from the 1970s.

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Don Barnes of 38 Special: Celebrating 50 years ‘Rockin’ into the Night’

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Don Barnes from 38 Special celebrates the band’s 50th Anniversary with WGN Radio’s Dave Plier, talks about how the band was formed, how they came up with the names, and the stories behind their biggest hits. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5482904/5482904_2024-08-02-182104.64kmono.mp3 Nostalgia Stories: Don Barnes of 38 Special Recent Posts Dave P…

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Everyday phrases and the history behind them

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Retired WGN Radio newsman Roger Badesch joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to explore common sayings and the unusual stories behind them including ‘Paint the town red’, ‘Blood is thicker than water’, ‘Let the cat out of the bag’, ‘Mind your Ps and Qs’ and more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5488221/5488221_2024-08-03-002121.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Da…

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GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 8-2-2024 1:08:52

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August is underway, and you know that is what is on Garry’s mind. So, we’ve got a commando edition coming up for The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, on Friday, August 2, 2024. The stream starts at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. There are no scheduled guests, but plenty of yappetizers and nonsense: complaints about how fast 2/3 of the summer has gon…

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GarrForce Episode 1298 - Garry's Sports 13:36

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August is underway, and you know that is what is on Garry’s mind. So, we’ve got a commando edition coming up for The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, on Friday, August 2, 2024. The stream starts at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. There are no scheduled guests, but plenty of yappetizers and nonsense: complaints about how fast 2/3 of the summer has gon…

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GarrForce Episode 1297 - Where did July go? 31:29

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Garry shares the best temp to set the A/C at along with some other observations. Plus, beware of picking wild mushrooms in the midwest as there have been a uptick in poison control calls for eating poisonous ones.

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GarrForce Episode 1296 - Olympic Fever 34:12

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Garry shares his observations about the opening ceremony of the Summer Olympics. Plus, Southwest airlines will begin assigning seats on flights.

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Episode 351: Papa Milano's Italian And Cafe Chablis Restaurants In Chicago. 33:22

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Episode 351: I will discuss Papa Milano's Italian and Cafe Chablis Restaurants in Chicago.

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Actress Julia Duffy of ‘Newhart’ with memories of Bob, Apple TV+’s ‘Palm Royale’ co-starring Carol Burnett and Kristen Wiig

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WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to actress Julia Duffy on the legacy of Bob Newhart, eight seasons on ‘Newhart’ and her latest role on Palm Royale with Carol Burnett and Kristen Wiig. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5407576/5407576_2024-07-27-014316.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Dave Plier Totally the 80’s Part 2: Robert Hays and more! .cls-7{fill:#fff;fi…

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Chicago’s own Matt Walsh from HBO’s ‘Veep’, Apple TV+ ‘Manhunt’ on this weekend’s Improv Olympic Fest

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WGN Radio’s Dave Plier catches up with actor and comedian Matt Walsh on the relevance of HBO’s ‘Veep’ today, his latest role on ‘Manhunt’ about the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln and his improv journey with Players Workshop, Upright Citizens Brigade and IO Chicago and their IOFest all weekend long. For tickets and more, visit ioimprov.c…

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Nostalgia Digest summer edition with Steve Darnall: Lucille Ball, The Many Lives of Lassie, 90th Anniversary of The Lux Radio Theater

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Editor and Chief of Nostalgia Digest Magazine Steve Darnall talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about their summer edition including the fashion statements of Lucille Ball, Lassie, the 90th anniversary of The Lux Radio Theater and more! Nostalgiadigest.com. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5407381/5407381_2024-07-27-012221.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Dave…

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The Chicago Jazz Orchestra featuring vocalist Paul Marinaro: ‘Sinatra by Request’ on Sunday August 25th at the Studebaker Theater

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WGN Radio’s Dave Plier welcomes Jeff Lundberg of the Chicago Jazz Orchestra and vocalist Paul Marinaro to talk about the history of the orchestra, Paul’s inspirations on stage, and the upcoming ‘Sinatra by Request’ at the Studebaker Theater on Sunday August 25, 2024. For tickets visit CJOmusic.org. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5360026/5360026_2…

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GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 7-26-24 1:09:42

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ne mojito, two mojito, three mojito, four Five mojito, six mojito, seven mojito, more? Official Garrforce Bartender Jenna Duddleston mixes up a watermelon mojito as her cocktail of the month on the The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, Friday, July 26, 2024. This is not kids’ stuff, so buckle up, GarrForce! We go wheels up at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Ce…

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GarrForce Episode 1295 - Watermelon Summertime 10:42

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One mojito, two mojito, three mojito, four Five mojito, six mojito, seven mojito, more? Official Garrforce Bartender Jenna Duddleston mixes up a watermelon mojito as her cocktail of the month on the The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, Friday, July 26, 2024. This is not kids’ stuff, so buckle up, GarrForce! We go wheels up at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 C…

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GarrForce Episode 1294 - Midweek Manhattan 36:19

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Garry discusses his observations on the Springfield IL police cam footage of a shooting. Plus, a pool is back open after being closed because of a broken jar of salsa.

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GarrForce Episode 1293 - Mighty Monday 34:15

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Garry discusses how commercials lately have changed and what they think a new commercial should look like, Plus, school kids are taken to the hospital because they ate spicy chips

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Episode 349: Paolella's Italian Restaurant In Chicago And Memories Of Stouffer's Cakes In The 1970s. 33:13

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Episode 349: I will discuss Paolella's Italian Restaurant in Chicago and memories of Stouffer's Cakes in the 1970s.

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Episode 348: My Tribute Episode Of Comedian Bob Newhart. 36:27

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Episode 348: I will discuss my tribute to comedian Bob Newhart.

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GarrForce Cocktail Show Live 7-19-24 1:19:19

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Third week of July has got folks thinking about Back to School, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and the New Year! Well, probably not Garry, ho ho ho! To hear what Garry is thinking, stream along with The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, on Friday, July 19, 2024, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Brian Sheridan from the officia…

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GarrForce Episode 1292 - Pre-cocktail Show Fun 14:10

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Third week of July has got folks thinking about Back to School, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, and the New Year! Well, probably not Garry, ho ho ho! To hear what Garry is thinking, stream along with The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE, on Friday, July 19, 2024, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central. Brian Sheridan from the officia…

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GarrForce Episode 1291 - Money Money Money 33:57

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Garry discusses what a creative way a woman is using to make some serious cash. Plus, a hiking mishap in Utah leads to death of two people.

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Episode 347: My Memories Of Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurant And Planet Hollywood In Chicago. 33:30

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Episode 347: I will discuss my memories of Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurant and Planet Hollywood in Chicago.

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GarrForce Episode 1290 - A Monday Kickstarter 32:34

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Garry shares his observations about how the news outlets handled the Trump shooting. Plus, a dentist from Connecticut also specializes in Narwhal teeth.

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Episode 346: The 45th Anniversary Of The Disco Demolition Event That Was Held At Comiskey Park In Chicago, And My Tributes To Six Celebrities Who Passed Away This Week. 38:50

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Episode 346: I will discuss The 45th Anniversary of The Disco Demolition event held at Comiskey Park in Chicago, and my tributes to six celebrities who passed away this week. I may have made some errors in the program. I apologize for that.

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GarrForce Cocktail Hour Live 7-12-24 1:02:41

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Tropical Storms and Heat is either the name of the morning duo on one of the stations Garry once worked at or the general weather forecast for a good chunk of North America this Summer. Not sure which? Stream along with The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour Live, Friday, July 12, 2024, and we may or may not talk about that! What we do have lined up is…

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Chicago radio legend Kevin Matthews: Upcoming book ‘Mary’s Roadie’; Jim Shorts takes over ‘The Dave Plier Show’

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WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Chicago radio legend Kevin Matthews about his new book ‘Mary’s Roadie’ and his journey in radio. Jim Shorts also takes over ‘The Dave Plier Show’ via satellite to tell listeners that Dave has been fired (not true) and also talks about the upcoming Chicago Bears season, his ‘casino’ and more. https://serve.castfire.co…

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Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Neal Schon of Journey: Performing at Wrigley Field this Monday!

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WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Neal Schon from Journey, who is in town to play Wrigley Field on Monday, July 15, 2024, along with The Steve Miller Band and Def Leppard. Dave and Neal talk about the band’s five decades in rock, the mega-hit ‘Don’t Stop Believin’, Neal’s guitar collection, and more! https://serve.castfire.c…

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Novelty Golf in Lincolnwood celebrates 75 years!

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WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Craig Klatzco of Novelty Golf in Lincolnwood about his iconic miniature golf course and The Bunny Hutch, celebrating 75 years and the weekend-long event on July 20 and 21, 2024 with LIVE music, photo booths, their classic arcade, discounts and fun for all ages! Noveltygolf.com. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/530292…

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GarrForce Episode 1289 - Friday Friday Friday 13:09

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Tropical Storms and Heat is either the name of the morning duo on one of the stations Garry once worked at or the general weather forecast for a good chunk of North America this Summer. Not sure which? Stream along with The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour Live, starting at 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central on Friday, July 12, 2024, and we may or may not talk…

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GarrForce Episode 1288 - Wacky Wednesday in July 30:51

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Garry discusses people with extreme commutes to work. Plus, there new vending machines that are now selling ammo.

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Episode 345: The Olson Rug Company Waterfalls In Chicago And My Tribute To Judith Belushi-Pisano. 32:48

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Episode 345: I will discuss The Olson Rug Company in Waterfalls in Chicago and my tribute to Judith Belushi-Pisano.

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GarrForce Episode 1287 - Sloppy Sizing 30:52

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Garry discusses the cost of fireworks and how for the money they are satisfying him. Plus, Chipotle continues to be accused of sloppy sizing.

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Women of Rock: Joan Jett, Debbie Harry, Pat Benatar and Suzi Quatro, Melissa Etheridge, Vicki Peterson and Nina Blackwood

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WGN Radio’s ‘The Dave Plier Show’ presents ‘The Women of Rock’ featuring conversations with music legends Joan Jett, Debbie Harry, Pat Benatar and Suzi Quatro. Included are bonus interviews with Melissa Etheridge, Vicki Peterson (The Bangles) and original MTV veejay Nina Blackwood. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5275249/5275249_2024-07-06-181749.…

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Episode 344: The King Biscuit Flower Hour Radio Series, And The Frustration Ball, Fascination The Electric Maze Games From Remco. 32:10

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Episode 344: The King Biscuit Flower Hour radio series, and the Frustration Ball, Fascination The Electric Maze Games from Remco.

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Episode 343: Reed's Candies, Teem Lemon Lime Soda, And More. 29:07

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Episode 343: I will discuss my memories of Reed's Candies, Teem Lemon Lime Soda, and The 120th Anniversary of the grand opening of Riverview Park in Chicago. Plus my announcement of my special project.

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Episode 342: My Memories Of Sessions Records Compilations And My Tribute To Actor Martin Mull. 37:26

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Episode 342: I will discuss my memories of Sessions Records Compilations and my tribute to actor Martin Mull.

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Evanston’s own Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon

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WGN Radio’s Dave Plier shares his conversation with rock legend Kevin Cronin on his summer tour, the band’s rise to fame, the meaning behind ‘REO Speedwagon,’ and more! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5249284/5249284_2024-06-28-202324.128.mp3 Recent Posts Dave Plier Totally the 80’s Part 2: Robert Hays and more! .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd}…

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65th anniversary of ‘The Twilight Zone’ created by Rod Serling

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As iconic TV anthology series ‘The Twilight Zone’ celebrates its 65th Anniversary, WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to the daughter of TV legend Rod Serling, writer Anne Serling, on her father’s legacy, ‘The Twilight Zone’ and ‘Night Gallery’. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/5249282/5249282_2024-06-28-201522.128.mp3 Recent Posts Dave Plier Totally the…

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Waking up with WGN-TV’s Ray Rayner, 60 years later

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Children’s television historian Jim Engel talks to WGN Radio’s Dave Plier about WGN-TV’s Ray Rayner, celebrating the 1964 launch of his own self-titled show ’Ray Rayner & His Friends’ which premiered 60 years ago along with Cuddly Dudley, ‘Ark in the Park’ with Dr. Lester Fisher and Chelveston the Duck, his years on ‘Bozo’s Circus’ as Oliver O. Oli…

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