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After Hours with Rick Kogan
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The After Hours with Chicago Tribune columnist Rick Kogan Podcast from 720 WGN
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Jim Fitzpatrick: Faith, family are the two pillars of my life
Apr 27Tap to summarizeJim Fitzpatrick, brother of the late Chicago artist Tony Fitzpatrick, joins Rick Kogan to talk about his book, ‘The Intersection of Faith and School Leadership: Memoirs of a School Administrator’. Jim discusses the importance of faith and family and some of the life lessons featured in the book. A book signing and talk with Jim will take place on Tuesday from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm at Fitzgerald’s in Berwyn. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8336266/Jim_Fitzpatrick_4-26-26_2026-04-27-020806.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan ‘Honor Thy Mother’ recognizes women, their sacrifices .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} ‘Spider Dan’ looks back at Sears, Hancock Tower climbs .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} ‘The Burger Bible’ is ultimate guide for hamburgers .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} The resurgence of Mahjong and why it’s everywhere .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} <div class="article-list__article-text" data-context="link_group" data-article-list-id="article-list9" data-article-text-classes="article-list__article-text" data-article-thumb-classes="article-list__article-thumb" data-current-image-context="["16:9","(max-width: 1023px) 50vw, 876px&qu...
Transcribe →Jewish delis that shaped Chicago’s food landscape
Apr 27Tap to summarizeAuthors Neal Samors and Eric Bronsky join Rick Kogan to talk about their book, ‘Corned Beef on Rye: Remembering Chicago’s Jewish Delicatessens’. Neal and Eric reveal what they think is the most famous delicatessen in Chicago history, what makes a great deli, and what makes Chicago’s delis unique. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8336265/Neal_Samors_and_Eric_Bronsky_4-26-26_2026-04-27-012905.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan ‘Honor Thy Mother’ recognizes women, their sacrifices .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} ‘Spider Dan’ looks back at Sears, Hancock Tower climbs .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} ‘The Burger Bible’ is ultimate guide for hamburgers .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} The resurgence of Mahjong and why it’s everywhere .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} <a class="article-list__gradient-link" href="http...
Transcribe →Doc10 film festival returns to Davis Theater, Siskel Film Center
Apr 27Tap to summarizePaula Froehle, co-founder of the Chicago Media Project along with Steve Cohen, joins Rick Kogan to highlight the 11th annual Doc10 film festival which runs through May 3rd at the Davis Theater and Siskel Film Center. Paula talks about some of the noteworthy documentaries being screened and how the event has grown over the last decade. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8336258/Paula_Froehle_4-26-26_2026-04-27-015858.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan ‘Spider Dan’ looks back at Sears, Hancock Tower climbs .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} ‘The Burger Bible’ is ultimate guide for hamburgers .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} The resurgence of Mahjong and why it’s everywhere .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Candid Candace: Topping off ceremony at Bally’s .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} ‘Brewing the Revolution’ examines how beer shaped U.S. .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more
Transcribe →Candid Candace: Yasmin Levy coming to Chicago
Apr 13Tap to summarizeJournalist and media personality Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to highlight singer Yasmin Levy’s appearance this Saturday, April 18th, at Studebaker Theatre in Chicago. Candace also discusses what she believes is the resurgence of the Mag Mile. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8232096/Candace_Jordan_4-12-26_2026-04-13-205136.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan The resurgence of Mahjong and why it’s everywhere .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Candid Candace: Topping off ceremony at Bally’s .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} ‘Brewing the Revolution’ examines how beer shaped U.S. .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Larry Tuckman on ‘Chicago’s Uptown’, photography .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Phil Donlon on new Gilgo Beach murder documentary .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more ...
Transcribe →Libby York on upcoming tribute to Ella Fitzgerald
Apr 13Tap to summarizeSinger Libby York joins Rick Kogan to talk about a birthday tribute for Ella Fitzgerald at Winter’s Jazz Club on April 23rd at 6:30 and 8:30 pm. Libby previews who she will be performing with, highlights the legacy of jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald and discusses Louis Armstrong’s duets with Ella. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8231295/Libby_York_4-12-26_2026-04-13-202335.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan The resurgence of Mahjong and why it’s everywhere .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Candid Candace: Topping off ceremony at Bally’s .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} ‘Brewing the Revolution’ examines how beer shaped U.S. .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Larry Tuckman on ‘Chicago’s Uptown’, photography .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Phil Donlon on new Gilgo Beach murder documentary .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} <a href="https...
Transcribe →‘Like Wafers in Honey’ blends Italian and Jewish traditions
Apr 13Tap to summarizeNovelist Leah Eskin joins Rick Kogan to discuss her book ‘Like Wafers in Honey’. Leah talks about Italian-Jewish cuisine, the cultural identity of Italian Jews, the World War II time period, her enjoyment writing the book, and more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8231349/Leah_Eskin_4-12-26_2026-04-13-204349.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan Phil Donlon on new Gilgo Beach murder documentary .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Jim Fitzpatrick: Faith, family are two pillars of my life .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Jewish delis that shaped Chicago’s food landscape .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Doc10 returns to Davis Theater, Siskel Film Center .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Candid Candace: Yasmin Levy coming to Chicago .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more
Transcribe →The story behind ‘The Official Biography’
Apr 13Tap to summarizeProducer Mary Bonnett and Director Richard Shavin join Rick Kogan to talk about a play called ‘The Official Biography‘ which will be performed through next weekend at the Den Theatre Mainstage in Chicago. The play features Chicago’s own Gary Houston and Shelby Marie Edwards as conflicting journalists. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8230907/Mary_Bonnett_and_Richard_Shavin_4-12-26_2026-04-13-192307.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan Phil Donlon on new Gilgo Beach murder documentary .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Jim Fitzpatrick: Faith, family are two pillars of my life .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Jewish delis that shaped Chicago’s food landscape .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Doc10 returns to Davis Theater, Siskel Film Center .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Candid Candace: Yasmin Levy coming to Chicago .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} <a href="https://wgnradio.com/after-hours-with-rick-kogan/" data-link-type="cta-button"...
Transcribe →Gene Wojciechowski on golf, novel ‘All Carry’
Apr 6Tap to summarizeSportswriter Gene Wojciechowski joins Rick Kogan to talk about his new book, ‘All Carry’. Gene discusses what led to him write the novel, the Masters Tournament this upcoming weekend, the magic of Augusta National Golf Club, the earnings of caddies, and more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8078144/Gene_Wojciechowski_4-5-26_2026-04-05-230044.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan Phil Donlon on new Gilgo Beach murder documentary .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Jim Fitzpatrick: Faith, family are two pillars of my life .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Jewish delis that shaped Chicago’s food landscape .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Doc10 returns to Davis Theater, Siskel Film Center .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Candid Candace: Yasmin Levy coming to Chicago .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more <...
Transcribe →David Murray on ‘Soccer Dad’, youth sports
Apr 6Tap to summarizeAward-winning journalist David Murray joins Rick Kogan to talk about his new book, ‘Soccer Dad’. David discusses his career in speech writing, AI’s impact in the field, the youth sports experience, his daughter playing Division 1 soccer, and more. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8078150/David_Murray_4-5-26_2026-04-06-004950.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Rick Kogan Phil Donlon on new Gilgo Beach murder documentary .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Jim Fitzpatrick: Faith, family are two pillars of my life .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Jewish delis that shaped Chicago’s food landscape .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Doc10 returns to Davis Theater, Siskel Film Center .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Candid Candace: Yasmin Levy coming to Chicago .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Click for more </...
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