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.

PM Chicago (4/10) – Paul Vallas on Racial Equity and Taxes in Illinois

PM Chicago (4/10) – Paul Vallas on Racial Equity and Taxes in Illinois

Apr 10, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Bret Gogoel speaks with returning reporter from the Daily Herald, Russell Lissau, about a recent land purchase in South Barrington that was done in what could be considered a veiled way. Paul Vallas joins the program to discuss his thoughts in equity and taxes in Illinois. Plus, Rachel Woodall…

Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough will be remembered at a public memorial

Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough will be remembered at a public memorial

Apr 10, 2024 | kgordon

The family of Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough announcing a public memorial service will take place at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 14 at the Rockefeller Chapel on the campus of the University of Chicago in Hyde Park. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m. The 73 year old died last Sunday after an undisclosed illness…

COPA Releases Video Footage of Dexter Reed Shooting Incident

COPA Releases Video Footage of Dexter Reed Shooting Incident

Apr 10, 2024 | mirandaellis

Former suburban police chief and Chicago police commander Bill Kushner joins Ramblin Ray and Jane Clauss on the Steve Cochran Show to dissect the recently released COPA bodycam footage capturing a police-involved shooting in Garfield Park that resulted in the death of Dexter Reed.

Parents of Michigan School Shooter Ethan Crumbley Sentenced to 10-15 Years in Prison

Parents of Michigan School Shooter Ethan Crumbley Sentenced to 10-15 Years in Prison

Apr 10, 2024 | mirandaellis

The parents of Michigan school shooter Ethan Crumbley were sentenced to 10-15 years in prison. NIU School of Law Assistant Professor Evan Bernick joins Ramblin Ray and Jane Clauss on the Steve Cochran Show to discuss whether Ethan Crumbley’s school needs to be held responsible for his actions as well, the chances of his parents…

Will High-Profile Malfunctions Shake Consumer Confidence in Airlines?

Will High-Profile Malfunctions Shake Consumer Confidence in Airlines?

Apr 10, 2024 | mirandaellis

Travel Reporter for the Washington Post Natalie Compton joins Ramblin Ray and Jane Clauss on the Steve Cochran Show to discuss how some travelers were able to breach TSA measures at airports, why passengers are anxious about flying Boeing planes, and the possible furlough of over 200 Spirit Airlines pilots.

PM Chicago (4/9) – Geoffrey Baer Tries to Answer “Chicago Mysteries”

PM Chicago (4/9) – Geoffrey Baer Tries to Answer “Chicago Mysteries”

Apr 9, 2024 | rwoodall

On this episode of PM Chicago: Geoffrey Baer joins Bret Gogoel in studio to talk all about WTTW’s Chicago Mysteries, an upcoming special uncovering the answers to questions big and small about our city. Nick Gale brings us a piece from Greg Hinz regarding Lori Lightfoot’s investigation into the Mayor of Dolton. Plus, the COPA…

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (4/9) – A Lesson in “Micro Investing”

The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel (4/9) – A Lesson in “Micro Investing”

Apr 9, 2024 | rwoodall

On today’s edition of The Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: Steve Bernas, President and CEO of the BBB of Chicago and Northern Illinois, has the latest details on scams involving Apple passwords and the iPASS. Joe Franc, Illinois State Manager for Vosa Spirits, joins us in studio to talk about their vodka water. Plus, Bret…

COPA releases body cam video of a deadly police shooting

COPA releases body cam video of a deadly police shooting

Apr 9, 2024 | kgordon

Plainclothes Chicago police officers fired nearly 100 gun shots over 41 seconds during a traffic stop that left one man dead and one officer injured, according to graphic video footage a police oversight agency released Tuesday.Five officers from a tactical unit who were in an unmarked police vehicle surrounded an SUV last month driven by…

Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Hired To Investigate Mayor of Dalton

Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Hired To Investigate Mayor of Dalton

Apr 9, 2024 | mirandaellis

Greg Pratt, an investigative reporter for the Chicago Tribune and author of “The City Is Up for Grabs: How Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot Led and Lost a City in Crisis”, joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss why Dalton hired Lori Lightfoot to lead an investigation into Mayor Tiffany Henyard, why Mayor Henyard’s actions are…

Will America’s Inflation & Interest Rates Stay High Forever?

Will America’s Inflation & Interest Rates Stay High Forever?

Apr 9, 2024 | mirandaellis

The Capitalist Pig Jonathan Hoenig joins the Steve Cochran Show to discuss the future of cryptocurrency, how politicians are negatively affecting the economy, and whether inflation & interest rates will always remain elevated.

Are You Supposed To Be Happy At Work?

Are You Supposed To Be Happy At Work?

Apr 9, 2024 | mirandaellis

Chief Career Happiness Officer at The Bauke Group Julie Bauke joins Ramblin Ray and Jane Clauss on the Steve Cochran Show to discuss what it means to be happy at work, how being an eternal seeker can contribute to career satisfaction, and why many members of Generation Z are choosing vocational school over traditional college.