Cuteness alert: Koalas coming to the Brookfield Zoo

Cuteness alert: Koalas coming to the Brookfield Zoo

Apr 16, 2024 | kgordon

Two Koalas–William and Brumby will make their debut at the zoo Memorial day weekend. It’s the first time the zoo will host Koalas. The two 2 year old’s are heading to the Brookfield Zoo through a partnership with the San Diego Zoo. Just 11 accredited zoos in North America have the animals, which are native…

WTTW Chicago Mysteries: Why Is Ketchup Forbidden On Chicago’s Hotdogs?

WTTW Chicago Mysteries: Why Is Ketchup Forbidden On Chicago’s Hotdogs?

Apr 16, 2024 | mirandaellis

Host of Chicago Mysteries on WTTW Geoffrey Baer joins the Steve Cochran Show to answer the biggest questions about Chicago culture. They uncover the famous 2006 UFO sighting in Chicago, recount the first time Chance the Snapper was spotted, and delve into the reasons why ketchup remains forbidden on Chicago’s hotdogs.

AFSP State Capitol Day: What Can Springfield Do To Help End Suicide?

AFSP State Capitol Day: What Can Springfield Do To Help End Suicide?

Apr 16, 2024 | mirandaellis

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Illinois is asking for more help from Springfield to prevent suicide on the AFSP’s State Capitol Day. Steve Moore from AFSP Illinois joins the Steve Cochran Show to delve into the crucial requests made to Springfield, invaluable advice on supporting loved ones facing mental health struggles, and how to get…

PM Chicago (4/15) – The Cicadas are Coming…

PM Chicago (4/15) – The Cicadas are Coming…

Apr 15, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Ret. Chief Tom Weitzel from Riverside about the Dexter Reed shooting and the fallout since. Nick Gale brings us a news piece on the coming of the cicadas. Plus, protestors are making headlines around the city.

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (4/15) – Server-Free Restaurants

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (4/15) – Server-Free Restaurants

Apr 15, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: Monica Eng from AXIOS delves into the world of server-free Chicago restaurants. Rachel Morrison, Regional Editor of Porch Drinking and Founder of Beer Adjacent, joins the show with this week’s edition of beer news. Plus, a reminder to file your taxes, and the reasons why…

A Chicago city council committee to consider additional funding for migrants

A Chicago city council committee to consider additional funding for migrants

Apr 15, 2024 | kgordon

The City Council Budget Committee will meet today to consider Mayor Johnson’s request for $70 million to help care for migrants coming to Chicago. Most of the money would come from a reserve fund set up for migrants, and the rest from rainy day funds. The city has spent nearly $300 million to help feed,…

The Exchange at Soldier Field: The Ultimate Business Networking Event of the Year!

The Exchange at Soldier Field: The Ultimate Business Networking Event of the Year!

Apr 15, 2024 | mirandaellis

Get ready for an exclusive sneak peek into The Exchange, the ultimate business networking event of the year! Jack Lavin, the President and CEO of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, joins the Steve Cochran Show to unveil all the exciting details about this upcoming event at Soldier Field on April 16th. Whether you’re representing a…

Iran Attacks Israel: Will Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Retaliate?

Iran Attacks Israel: Will Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Retaliate?

Apr 15, 2024 | mirandaellis

Professor of International Relations at the University of Illinois & author of ‘Drones and Terrorism’ Dr. Nicholas Grossman joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss why Iran launched more than 200 drones and missiles at Israel, why world leaders do not want Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to retaliate, and whether the United States should adopt…

Show & Tell Presents… Titanic: the Exhibition & Karen Conti

Show & Tell Presents… Titanic: the Exhibition & Karen Conti

Apr 12, 2024 | rwoodall

On this week’s episode of Show & Tell, two in-depth discussions about big topics. First, Mark Lach, Creative Director at Imagine Exhibitions, joins Andrea to discuss Titanic: The Exhibition. On now at Westfield Old Orchard, this exhibition takes a look at the history of the world’s most famous ship and the stories around it. For…

Illinois lawmakers consider a bill to legalize physician assisted death

Illinois lawmakers consider a bill to legalize physician assisted death

Apr 12, 2024 | kgordon

On a brisk day at a restaurant outside Chicago, Deb Robertson sat with her teenage grandson to talk about her death.She’ll probably miss his high school graduation.Death doesn’t frighten her much. She didn’t cry when she learned two months ago that the cancerous tumors in her liver were spreading, portending a tormented death.But later, she…

Beyond the Mic: What Was O.J. Simpson Like When the Tape Stopped Rolling 

Beyond the Mic: What Was O.J. Simpson Like When the Tape Stopped Rolling 

Apr 12, 2024 | mirandaellis

Steve Grunwald, former producer for the Steve Cochran Show, reunites with Steve Cochran to recount his experience securing an interview with O.J. Simpson and he shares anecdotes from his time spent with Simpson. Also, Steve Cochran reminisces about the three-hour interview, reflecting on memorable moments shared during that time.

Vintage Tribune: WLS AM 890’s 100th Anniversary

Vintage Tribune: WLS AM 890’s 100th Anniversary

Apr 12, 2024 | mirandaellis

Are you ready to put your WLS AM 890 knowledge to the test? Join Kori Rumore, the curator of the Vintage Tribune, as she tries to stump the Steve Cochran Show her ultimate WLS AM 890 Vintage Tribune Quiz. Also if you want to brush up on your history before the quiz, check out the…

PM Chicago (4/11) – Jim Nowlan on Low Voter Turnout and Democracy

PM Chicago (4/11) – Jim Nowlan on Low Voter Turnout and Democracy

Apr 11, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with Jim Nowlan, former state government executive and professor, about how our low voter turnout reflects on democracy. The battle over signage at Wrigley Field takes another step. Plus, Kim Gordon sits down with Lisa Bulzoni, the CEO of Reading Power, about their 20th Anniversary event…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (4/11) – Resume Red Flags

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (4/11) – Resume Red Flags

Apr 11, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: Dru Wischover with Inspired Title Group in Palos Heights joins the show to chat about the end of the Chicago condo boom. ABC’s Jason Nathanson has the news of OJ Simpson’s passing at age 76. Plus, the three biggest resume red flags and the thing…

Uber offering new features for Chicago riders

Uber offering new features for Chicago riders

Apr 11, 2024 | kgordon

You can now hail a taxi on the Uber app…which Uber says will give cabbies a chance to earn more money and give riders more options. A taxi will cost the same as an Uber X and you will know what it will cost you before you book the trip. There’s also some new safety…

What’s Next For the Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball Team?

What’s Next For the Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball Team?

Apr 11, 2024 | mirandaellis

Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball Coach Brad Underwood joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the game plan for replacing graduating seniors, the standout performance of basketball sensation Caitlin Clark this season, and Coach Underwood sheds light on the highly anticipated Coaches versus Cancer Dinner & Auction that he’ll be hosting on April 16th.

Market Mirrors Your Confusion: As Lost as You Are, but with Stocks!

Market Mirrors Your Confusion: As Lost as You Are, but with Stocks!

Apr 11, 2024 | mirandaellis

David Hochberg from Team Hochberg at Homeside Financial joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the possibility of the Federal Reserve not cutting rates because of higher than expected inflation rates,  Illinois real estate agents struggling to find inventory, and he provided insights on why housing rates have been on the rise instead of falling.