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Dane Neal
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Dane Neal on WGN Plus from WGN Radio in Chicago.
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Lake Michigan lights: Navy Pier’s 4th of July fireworks display
Jul 3Tap to summarizeSJ Luedtke, Chief Marketing and Experience Officer for Navy Pier, joins Dane Neal, in for Bob Sirott, to discuss the fireworks display Navy Pier is preparing for ahead of the 4th of July. The 15-minute performance will be started at 10:00 p.m., and more information can be found at Navy Pier. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8490806/8490806_2026-07-03-154506.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Dane Neal WANNA keeps WINNING with new groundbreaking AI ‘Quick Pick’ parlay! .cls-4{fill:#000;} Rutledge Wood brings more ‘FUN to the 4th’ with Fun Times Soda Pop! .cls-4{fill:#000;} Chai Lee and CHILLED have some cool summer cocktails coming! .cls-4{fill:#000;} Break out the Bandido at Barrio Queen .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Ref cams & Robo-calls: Technology in the beautiful game .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more Recent Posts <section class="article-list article-lis...
Transcribe →Fizz and Giggles: Rutledge Wood joins Dane Neal
Jul 3Tap to summarizeAuto racing analyst and television host Rutledge Wood joins Dane Neal, in for Bob Sirott, to talk about Fun Times Soda Pop. Inspired by his youngest daughter’s allergy to synthetic dyes, Wood created a line of natural sodas with no caffeine that is available around Chicago. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8490749/8490749_2026-07-03-151349.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Dane Neal WANNA keeps WINNING with new groundbreaking AI ‘Quick Pick’ parlay! .cls-4{fill:#000;} Rutledge Wood brings more ‘FUN to the 4th’ with Fun Times Soda Pop! .cls-4{fill:#000;} Chai Lee and CHILLED have some cool summer cocktails coming! .cls-4{fill:#000;} Break out the Bandido at Barrio Queen .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Ref cams & Robo-calls: Technology in the beautiful game .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more Recent Posts <section class="article-list article-list--headline-one-col article-list--link-g...
Transcribe →Sunny Side Up on the grill: 4th of July food with Sunny Anderson
Jul 3Tap to summarizeCelebrity chef, television host and author Sunny Anderson joins Dane Neal, in for Bob Sirott, to aid listeners prepare for the 4th of July with some of the best tips for summer barbecues through great bites and cold drinks! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8490692/8490692_2026-07-03-145332.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Dane Neal Rutledge Wood brings more ‘FUN to the 4th’ with Fun Times Soda Pop! .cls-4{fill:#000;} Chai Lee and CHILLED have some cool summer cocktails coming! .cls-4{fill:#000;} <a href="https://wgnradio.com/bob-sirott/break-out-the-bandido-at-barrio-queen/" class="a...
Transcribe →Sipping through the summer scorch
Jul 3Tap to summarizeChai Lee, National Director of the Chilled Magazine Ambassador Network, joins Dane Neal, in for Bob Sirott, to talk about some of the best frozen cocktails people can enjoy to beat the summer heat ahead of the 4th of July, and dive into some of Chicago’s best eats. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8490651/8490651_2026-07-03-141151.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Dane Neal Break out the Bandido at Barrio Queen .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Ref cams & Robo-calls: Technology in the beautiful game .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} <a href="https://wgnradio.com/bob-sirott/this-4th-of-july-will-be-a-blast-wanna-bet/" class="article-list__article-link" da...
Transcribe →Aiding service members through the Wounded Warrior Project
Jul 3Tap to summarizeJohn Eaton, Vice President for Complex Care for the Wounded Warrior Project, and Dr. Jessica Maples Keller, associate professor at Emory University, join Dane Neal, in for Bob Sirott, to talk about the history of the Wounded Warrior Project, and talk about ways people can get involved ahead of America’s 250th birthday. For more information, visit Wounded Warrior Project. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8490611/8490611_2026-07-03-132111.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Dane Neal Break out the Bandido at Barrio Queen .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Ref cams & Robo-calls: Technology in the beautiful game .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} <a class="article-list__gradient-link" hr...
Transcribe →Connor Zilisch racing at Coronado and setting sights on Chicagoland!
Jun 19Tap to summarizeDAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 14: Connor Zilisch poses for a photo at Daytona International Speedway on February 14, 2025 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) Driver of the #1 Chevrolet for TrackHouse racing in the NASCAR Cup Series, Connor Zilisch joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio. Hear as Connor talks about his young and accomplished career so far and excitement to race at Naval Base Coronado. Listen as Connor shares Chicago area family connections and excitement for racing’s return to Chicagoland. Connor fills us in on his Cup Series transitions to TrackHouse and working to improve and have great runs coming this season. Follow Connor on social media and for race tickets and times for Chicagoland Speedway go to www.ChicagolandSpeedway.com https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8465798/8465798_2026-06-19-205938.128.mp3 This race weekend make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of Raceday! For events, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com Jim Bob Morris with the Official Tequila of Raceday, El Bandido Yankee Recent Posts Dane Neal Connor Zilisch racing at Coronado and setting sights on Chicagoland! .cls-4{fill:#000;} <a class="article-list__...
Transcribe →Go FAST for Father’s Day with IndyCar at Road America, the ‘National Park of Speed!’
Jun 17Tap to summarizeJohn Ewert of Road America joins Dane Neal live on WGN Radio leading up to race weekend. Hear as John shares all the incredible ways to Father’s Day weekend coming up with all the stars of IndyCar along with jet flyovers, great food options and the ability to watch amazing racing from all areas of the course. Make it a racing weekend for the whole family with fun zones and kids under get in 16 free! For race times, tickets and all the attractions go to https://www.roadamerica.com . https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8460442/8460442_2026-06-17-150042.128.mp3 This race weekend make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of Raceday! For events, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com Jim Bob Morris with the Official Tequila of Raceday, El Bandido Yankee Recent Posts Dane Neal Connor Zilisch racing at Coronado and setting sights on Chicagoland! .cls-4{fill:#000;} Go FAST for Father’s Day with IndyCar at Road America, the ‘National Park of Speed!’ <svg...
Transcribe →Daniel Suarez brings NASCAR and Soccer fans together for a Chicagoland Speedway ‘World Cup Watch Party!’
Jun 11Tap to summarizeCONCORD, NORTH CAROLINA – MAY 24: Daniel Suarez, driver of the #7 Freeway Insurance Chevrolet, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Cup Series Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on May 24, 2026 in Concord, North Carolina. (Photo by Krista Jasso/Getty Images) NASCAR Cups Series driver Daniel Suárez joins Dane Neal on WGN Radio as he visits the Chicago area in advance of the 4th of July race weekend at Chicagoland Speedway. Hear as Daniel shares love for Chicago fans and excitement around the World Cup where Mexico is playing South Africa. Daniel is going to attend a World Cup Watch party with fans on Thursday June 11 at 2pm at Casa Catrina, located in Union Station in Joliet. Listen as Daniel shares how he is looking forward to race weekend at Chicagoland and how listeners can get more information and tickets at www.ChicagolandSpeedway.com https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8445621/8445621_2026-06-11-155821.128.mp3 This race weekend make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of Raceday. For events, recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com Jim Bob Morris with the Official Tequila of Raceday, El Bandido Yankee Recent Posts Dane Neal Connor Zilisch racing at Coronado and setting sights on Chicagoland! .cls-4{fill:#000;} <div class="article-list__article-text" data-context="link_group" data-article-list-id="article-list3" data-article-text-classes="article-list__article-text" data-article-thumb-classes="article-list...
Transcribe →Hudson Lindenberger helps to put Portugal ‘On the Map!’
May 29Tap to summarizeHudson Lindeberger enjoying a drink in Portugal – all photos Hudson Lindenberger Acclaimed Forbes writer and host of Booze Newz on WGN Radio, Hudson Lindenberger joins Dane Neal for “On the Map” (in for Dave Plier). Hear as Hudson shares his current adventures with his wife Kim in Portugal and great places to visit while there. Dane and Hudson talk about how Portugal has become a key destination for U.S. travelers and the history, food and drinks that makes it a top spot to try! Stay tuned to WGN Radio for more from Hudson on Booze Newz and read him regularly in Forbes. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8418782/8418782_2026-05-29-125022.128.mp3 Always WIN with the Undefeated Flavor of El Bandido Yankee Tequila, the Official Tequila of GameDay! For events recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com Jim Bob Morris with the Undefeated Flavor of El Bandido Yankee Tequila! Recent Posts Dane Neal Connor Zilisch racing at Coronado and setting sights on Chicagoland! .cls-4{fill:#000;} <!-- Next line is not the perfect/ideal w...
Transcribe →Jim Bob Morris helps Indy 500 fans take ‘Tequila to the Track’ and raises a trackside toast for Memorial Day!
May 25Tap to summarizeFans celebrate trackside with El Bandido Yankee at the Indy 500 – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio El Bandido Yankee Tequila co-founder Jim Bob Morris joins Dane Neal live on the WGN Radio Indy 500 pre-race show. Hear as Jim Bob shares excitement for this most American experience that brings everyone together to celebrate friends, family and FAST. Jim Bob raises a Memorial Day toast for all those in our thoughts and service with the Red, White and Blue Weber Agave of El Bandido Yankee…the Official Tequila of Togetherness! Jim Bob Morris and Amy Adams on track before the Indy 500 – all photos Dane Neal/WGN Radio https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8408775/Indy_500_Tequila_at_the_Track_Jim_Bob_Edit_2026-05-25-220015.64kmono.mp3 This race season make it Tequila at the Track with El Bandido Yankee, the Official Tequila of Raceday! For events recipes and places for purchase go to www.elbandidoyankee.com Jim Bob Morris with the Official Tequila of Raceday, El Bandido Yankee Recent Posts Dane Neal <a href="https://wgnradio.com/wgn-plus/dane-neal/connor-zillisch-racing-at-coronado-and-setting-sights-on-chicagoland/" class="article-list__article-link" data-link-type="content-link" data-link-position="1" data-link-pinned="false" data-link-label="Connor Zilisch racing at Cor...
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