Episodes

  • 2020 Goose Island Bourbon County Stout preview

    2020 Goose Island Bourbon County Stout preview
    Nov 19 2020
    The Black Friday release of Goose Island’s Bourbon County Stout is one of the most highly anticipated beer events of the year, and 2020 may see the best lineup in recent years. To discuss their brewing process and preview this year’s varieties, Brian Noonan and Cody Gough are joined by Mike Smith, Sr. Brand Manager at […]
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  • Brian Noonan in for Nick Digilio | 6.5.20

    Brian Noonan in for Nick Digilio | 6.5.20
    Jun 5 2020
    Hour 1: + At the Breweries Hour 2: + Ryan Oestreich, Music Box Theatre Hour 3: + Bad Theater Manners + What will you miss this Summer? Hour 4: + Overnight Arcade Hour 5: + You Big Dummy + Straight Outta Context + Tiger King update + Cicadas return!
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  • Can independent movie theaters survive the pandemic?

    Can independent movie theaters survive the pandemic?
    Jun 5 2020
    While the city slowly opens restaurants, barbers and more, movie theaters are left in the dark. With current restrictions, theater owners are searching for a middle ground to reach profitability. Ryan Oestreich, general manager of Chicago’s legendary Music Box Theatre joins Brian Noonan to lay out the state of the movie theater business and what […]
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  • The ins and outs of comedy on a cruise with Lenny Schmidt

    The ins and outs of comedy on a cruise with Lenny Schmidt
    Jun 4 2020
    Comedian Lenny Schmidt knows a thing or two about life and comedy on the high seas. He joins Brian Noonan to talk about his experiences as a cruise comic, how to handle pandemic comedy and his upcoming comedy album.
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  • Brian Noonan in for Nick Digilio | 6.3.20

    Brian Noonan in for Nick Digilio | 6.3.20
    Jun 4 2020
    Hour 1: + Kevin O’Hare, The Bad Apple Bar + Are you ready to return to restaurants? Hour 2: + Marnie Shure, The Takeout Hour 3: + Comedian Lenny Schmidt Hour 4: + Dog tips for Tom + Calls from around the world! Hour 5: +Should we be worried about asteroids?
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  • How do pets react to our stress?

    How do pets react to our stress?
    Jun 3 2020
    World-renowned pet expert and WGN host Steve Dale joins Brian Noonan to explore how stressful times can affect our pets and answer listeners’ questions about our furry friends.
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  • Brian Noonan in for Nick Digilio | 6.2.20

    Brian Noonan in for Nick Digilio | 6.2.20
    Jun 3 2020
    Hour 1: + Mark Reddig, Land Line Now Hour 2: + Steve Dale, Pet Expert Hour 3: + Michael Osacky, Baseball in the Attic Hour 4: + Worst Father’s Day Gifts + Grilling Tips
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  • Central Camera pledges to continue its 121-year Chicago legacy

    Central Camera pledges to continue its 121-year Chicago legacy
    Jun 2 2020
    In the wake of destructive riots, Central Camera was left in ruins at its longtime location on Wabash Ave. But third generation owner Don Flesch doesn’t plan on shuttering his beloved photography store. Flesch joins host Brian Noonan to dive into the deep history of Central Camera and the family legacy the store represents for […]
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