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The After Hours with Chicago Tribune columnist Rick Kogan Podcast from 720 WGN

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The After Hours with Chicago Tribune columnist Rick Kogan Podcast from 720 WGN

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New book from Eric Simonson

11/3/2024
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.

Duration:00:17:11

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One-man Mike Royko show gets reopening

11/3/2024
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

Duration:00:21:11

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What’s happening in Chicago with Candace Jordan

11/3/2024
Contributor Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to catch up on whats new with the the party/social scene.

Duration:00:18:42

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Dave Gallagher’s releases first album in 10 years

9/15/2024
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.

Duration:00:27:17

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The Salt Shed transformation through photos

9/9/2024
Photographer Sandra Steinbrecher joins Rick Kogan to talk about her book, “The Salt Shed: Transformation of a Chicago Landmark.” Follow Sandra on Instagram @sandysteinbrecherphotography.

Duration:00:34:50

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The latest from Miles Harvey

8/26/2024
Miles Harvey joins Rick Kogan to discuss his debut short story collection, “The Registry of Forgotten Objects.”

Duration:00:40:08

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Candid Candace: A recap of the DNC in Chicago

8/26/2024
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.

Duration:00:17:56

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A new book of haiku poetry from Jenny Bienemann

8/26/2024
The talented Jenny and Robin Bienemann join Rick Kogan to discuss Jenny’s new book, “Sundays with Jenny.”

Duration:00:20:24

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A new show honoring legend Mike Royko

8/18/2024
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 […]

Duration:00:20:28

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30th anniversary of the Chicago Quarterly Review

8/18/2024
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.”

Duration:00:16:55

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The history of political conventions

8/18/2024
Inside Publications columnist Tom O’Gorman joins Rick Kogan to talk about the history of political conventions and the book “Inside the Wigwam.”

Duration:00:19:59

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New podcast you don’t want to miss

8/11/2024
Marc Smith and Mark Eleveld join Rick Kogan to talk about the new podcast, “Thru the Mill with Marc Kelly Smith.”

Duration:00:37:55

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A book that honors the great Randy Hundley

8/11/2024
John St. Augustine joins Rick Kogan to talk about the book, “Ironman: Legendary Chicago Cubs Catcher,” which is available only through Lulu.com.

Duration:00:17:39

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Candid Candace: Reasons to love Chicago Summers

8/11/2024
Journalist and media personality Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to talk about the ten great reasons to love summer in Chicago.

Duration:00:20:42

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La Grange Park Library gets renovated

8/4/2024
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.

Duration:00:19:03

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Chicago’s history as a political convention host

8/4/2024
John Mark Hansen, University of Chicago political science professor, joins Rick Kogan to discuss Chicago’s long history as political convention host.

Duration:00:22:47

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Catch Magician David Parr live now!

8/4/2024
Magician David Parr joins Rick Kogan to talk about his Magic Lounge engagement now through September 25th.

Duration:00:18:36

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Sports Memorabilia update with Mike Osacky

8/4/2024
Mike Osacky joins Rick Kogan to talk about a sports memorabilia convention and a special Babe Ruth jersey on auction for millions of dollars.

Duration:00:22:16

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The fascinating life of Bill Bowe

7/28/2024
Bill Bowe joins Rick Kogan to talk about his fascinating life as captured in “Riots & Rockets.”

Duration:00:40:22

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What’s going on in Chicago with Candace Jordan

7/28/2024
Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to catch up on the party and benefit scene in Chicago.

Duration:00:19:05