Wanda Clark, Lucille Ball’s longtime secretary, just celebrated her 90th birthday. She Joins Steve Dale to about how she celebrated her birthday. Was it by crushing grapes or working in a chocolate factory? She offers countless behind-the-scenes stories. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4832872/4832872_2024-05-05-203612.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Ste…

Shane McDade, whose bio says “buy him a pint,” joins Steve Dale to have a conversation about “Choir of Man” at the Apollo Theatre. The two discuss McDade’s role in the show, his favorite bar back home, and how the show relates to him. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4832702/4832702_2024-05-05-201202.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other Worl…

Victor Wallace, who plays one of the three potential fathers of the bride in Mamma Mia at the Nederlander Theatre, joins Steve Dale to talk about his career in theater, how he has aged with the role, and his favorite ABBA songs to perform. The show is in town until May 19th. Get your tickets now! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4832701/4832701_202…

Luis Martinez is a Chicago citizen who joins Steve Dale in-studio to explain why he’s simply tired of minors creating all sorts of crimes and then being released the same day. He says parents or guardians should be responsible and his efforts are gaining momentum. You can sign his petition here https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4832871/4832871_2024-…

Mario Hernandez, Education Coordinator at National Museum Mexican Art Gallery, joins Steve Dale to talk about the real meaning behind Cinco De Mayo and why cities in the United States celebrate it more than cities in Mexico. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4832870/4832870_2024-05-05-202710.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other World Wanda Cl…

Chef Raul Del Pozo at Steak48 joins Steve Dale to talk about their Mother’s Day celebration and also a celebration of caviar, the various kinds of caviar, and how caviar is harvested. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4832869/4832869_2024-05-05-200009.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other World Wanda Clark celebrates 90th, reminisces on Lucill…

Former Chicago White Sox organist Nancy Faust is beloved for so many reasons, and it turns out – no surprise – she’s a huge animal lover. She talks about the first Dog Day promotions (at that time taking dogs to Comiskey Park) and her love of goats, and what goats are like. You’ll also hear Bill Veeck and Harry Caray behind-the-scenes stories. Rais…

Roslyn Kind, Barbra Streisand’s sister, joins Steve to talk about her new music, how Barbra and Roslyn are alike, different, and their relationship after all these years. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4738188/4738188_2024-04-28-205328.64kmono.mp3Autor: WGN Plus

Jersey Boys at the Mercury Theater Chicago has been extended through July 28! Michael Metcalf as Frankie Valli and Adrian Aguilar join Steve to talk about the show, what it’s like to perform as legendary musicians, and the show’s extension. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4737518/4737518_2024-04-28-181718.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Othe…

Johan Bobo (Simon) and Brendan Jacob Smith (Garfunkel) join Steve to talk about the Story of Simon and Garfunkel, opening April 30 to May 5 at the CIBC Theatre, what is was like to meet and perform for Art Garfunkel, and the privilege of performing as both Simon and Garfunkel. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4737519/4737519_2024-04-28-183419.64kmo…

U.S. Representative Mike Quigley of the 5th district joins Steve Dale to talk about the Ukraine aid that Congress has approved. Representative Quigley also goes on to talk about the border crisis and the efforts that should be taken to solve the problems. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4737771/4737771_2024-04-28-190611.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts St…

Dr. Robin Downing is a polymath (that means she knows A LOT) of veterinary medicine, a well-respected, albeit outspoken, expert on many topics. Discussed are a wide range of subjects from bioethics in veterinary medicine to the Fear Free initiative and principles to consent dog training (ascent is actually a better term) to declaw in cats a multi-m…

Rick Malnati of Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria highlights some new items that they have to offer, including Mike’s Hot Honey pizza! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4671295/4671295_2024-04-21-190235.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other World Wanda Clark celebrates 90th, reminisces on Lucille Ball .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} Choir of Man at t…

Launching into spring! Steve Crano, Manager of Corporate Communications with Choose Chicago, joins Steve Dale in studio to offer a wide array of things to do in Chicago from live music to neighborhood fests and much more you never knew the city has to offer. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4671294/4671294_2024-04-21-190134.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts…

Dr. Renee Schmid is Senior Toxicologist at Pet Poison Helpline, a 24/7 pet animal poison control center. A wide range of concerns including rodenticides to insecticides; and what you can do if your pet ingests some. The truth about garlic in cats and dogs. Also discussed is Xylitol or Birch Sugar which can quickly kill, and this sugar substitute is…

Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Chris Pachel talks about canine separation anxiety – what it IS and what it IS NOT. What can people do to deal with dogs who have separation anxiety? Are dogs really guilty after having an accident indoors or tearing up a pillow because of separation anxiety. Why are psycho-pharmaceuticals may be required or a product cal…

Nancy Faust, former longtime Chicago White Sox organist, talks with Steve Dale about her most memorable moments with her beloved White Sox. Nancy also chats with Steve about her interactions with fans and players in her four-decade stint with the White Sox. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4600522/4600522_2024-04-07-233022.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts …

Johanna VanDorf, owner of Defloured: A Gluten Free Bakery in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood, joins Steve Dale to explain how gluten free baked goods serve more than just those who cannot have gluten intake. Johanna also talks about the growth of the business and its impact on the community. To learn more, visit Defloured – A Gluten Free Baker…

Play with Your Cat! – That is both the name of the book and the message from Dr. Mikel Delgado. She discusses how to play with your cat, what are the best toys to play with your cat, when are the best times to play with your cat and most important why play is ESSENTIAL to your cat’s mental and physical health. And what is the potential consequence …

Bradley Phifer, Director of Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers , explains what this organization is and what to look for if you happen to be sniffing out a dog trainer. And dog training is not a licensed profession, and some trainers use methods that can do more harm than good. That’s why demonstrating competence in the field is so…

Founder and President of the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, Dr. Ernie Ward, says the issue is far more complex than people merely offering too much table food. So, what exactly has been going on? And why with every passing year are there more and more obese dogs/cats? And it’s not only about weight, but also about body condition score. Cle…

40th Ward Alderman Andre Vasquez joins Steve Dale to discuss a recent event that took place in his Ward in which an 11-year-old-boy was murdered and a woman was injured in a suspected domestic violence incident. Additionally, they two discuss the current migrant crisis in Chicago and the evictions that are taking place. https://serve.castfire.com/a…

Steve Dale spoke with Tony Estrada, owner of El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill, to highlight their unique St. Patrick’s Day drinks! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4506101/4506101_2024-03-17-195101.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Dean Richards’ Sunday Morning Dean Richards’ Sunday Morning | May 5th .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} What to know about lun…

Guinness Open Gate Brewery ambassador Ryan Wagner joins Steve Dale to inform us about the brewery and their history! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4506100/4506100_2024-03-17-190900.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Dean Richards’ Sunday Morning Dean Richards’ Sunday Morning | May 5th .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-rule:evenodd} What to know about lung cancer .cls…

John Conroy, Board Member at Chicago Gaelic Park, Joins Steve Dale to highlight Chicago Gaelic Park, and tell us some fun facts about the history of St. Patrick’s Day. If you are interested in the Win a Home Raffle, visit chicagogaelicparkhouseraffle.com or call 708-687-9323. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4506098/4506098_2024-03-17-195638.64kmon…

From IT’S ME OR THE DOG on Animal Planet, a very wide-ranging conversation with superstar dog trainer Victoria Stilwell. She announces that the virtual Victoria Stilwell Academy 11th Annual Dog Behavior Conference is April 19-21 and discloses who some of the speakers are and what some of the topics are. The hope is that San Francisco – working to b…

Karen Conti, Partner at Conti & Dolan and host of The Karen Conti Show on WGN Radio, joins Steve Dale to discuss her book Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America’s Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row. Additionally, the two discuss capital punishment. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4503886/4503886_2024-03-10-200326.64kmono.mp3 Recent…

Hollywood legend Ruta Lee, who appeared in movies with people such as Frank Sinatra and Fred Astaire, joins Steve to have a conversation about a variety of topics, including her career, the Russia-Ukraine war, and a powerful story about her grandmother that you will not want to miss! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4503885/4503885_2024-03-10-20242…

Have you ever wondered what a swing, or understudy, does? Steve discusses this with Channing Weir from the show Pretty Woman, showing March 12 to 17 at the CIBC Theatre! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4503873/4503873_2024-03-10-183613.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other World Wanda Clark celebrates 90th, reminisces on Lucille Ball .cls-7{…

Dr. Sheilah Robertson, who received the Animal Welfare for the American Veterinary Medical Association, is as expert anesthesia and analgesia. She points out that people (and pets too) can truly die directly due to pain and offers the history of what we know about this. And answers at what point do you not put a pet under anesthesia. And why it’s a…

Dr. Ian Dunbar is arguably the most influential dog trainer, ever. He’s done so much, from supporting professionalization of what is now considered a legitimate profession to defining puppy classes, not to mention authoring many books. His most recent book is Barking Up the Right Tree: The Science and Practice of Positive Dog Training. In this disc…

After 35 years of reporting on traffic with ABC7, Roz Varon announced that she will retire in April. Roz is a pioneer for women in broadcasting and joins Steve Dale to reminisce on her career. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4501680/4501680_2024-03-03-215720.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other World Wanda Clark celebrates 90th, reminisces …

32nd Ward Alderman Scott Waguespack joins Steve Dale to discuss the CTA and whether or not it’s improving under Mayor Brandon Johnson. Additionally, the two touch on the “cleanliness” of Chicago and what is being done to help clean up the city. They also discuss Chicago’s migrant crisis. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4501678/4501678_2024-03-03-2…

Paul Lynde was one of the best quick-witted comics of his era. Actor Michael Airington is keeping Lynde’s legacy alive appearing as him on stage. Michael joins Steve Dale to discuss how this came to be and the legacy of this wonderful comic. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4501677/4501677_2024-03-03-214117.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Oth…

John (The Candy Man) Manchester of Windy City Sweets joins Steve Dale in studio to deliver a bag of goodies, the same gifts that Academy Award nominees will find in their swag bags this year! https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4501676/4501676_2024-03-03-210516.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other World Wanda Clark celebrates 90th, reminisces o…

The Anti-Cruelty Society is one of the premiere animal shelters in the country, and also among the most vintage, celebrating 125 years. Tracy Elliott, president and CEO of the Anti-Cruelty Society, explains how the shelter was created, and reveals new initiatives. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4501671/4501671_2024-03-03-204611.64kmono.mp3 Recent…

Kara Burns is a Credentialed Veterinary Technician with a specialty in nutrition, dentistry, and internal medicine. To acknowledge the difference she’s made in veterinary medicine, she was just honored with the Icon Award from the Bridge Club. Burns is on the Board of Directors of the EveryCat Health Foundation, and talks about an upcoming symposiu…

Lori Sugarman-Li joins Steve Dale to discuss her book—The Love, Work, and Heart of Family. The book discusses a special connection between family members who share a space while providing insight into how to raise children. The book is expected to be launched on April 30th, 2024 https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4499508/Lori_Sugarman-Li_2-25_2024-02…

Steve Dale is joined by legendary hockey broadcaster Mike “Doc” Emrick to discuss his love for pets. Emrick The return of Patrick Kane this evening as he returns to the United Center as a Detriot Red Wing for his first matchup against the Chicago Blackhawks in Chicago on Chris Chelios day. Doc discussed his NHL midseason predictions and gave some i…

Virtual care or telehealth is available and it’s tempting – but might not be in your best interest or your pets’ interest, according to Dr. Gail Golab, Associate Executive Vice President and Chief Veterinary Officer of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Actually, Dr. Golab loves the idea of telehealth, noting “it can be amazing” IF and on…

Steve Dale is joined by Vince Kelley, who plays ‘Blanche’ in Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue, to discuss what makes the show so unique and entertaining. Additionally, Vince details what made The Golden Girls so popular and why it still resonates with audiences today. The show is playing at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place February 6th …

Marissa Lynn Jones, the Executive Director of the League of Chicago Theatres, joins Steve Dale in studio to highlight Chicago Theatre Week and what theatre means to the city! To browse discounted shows, visit hottix.org. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4497218/4497218_2024-02-18-194618.64kmono.mp3 Recent Posts Steve Dale’s Other World Wanda Clark …

Gene O’Neill is CEO of North American Veterinary Community and the VMX veterinary meeting – the largest continuing education event for veterinary professionals. He explains how this matters to you as a pet parent. Dr. Tammy Grubb, President of the International Academy of Veterinary Pain Management and adjunct professor at Washington State Universi…

Veterinary dentist Dr. Jan Bellows celebrates Pet Dental Health Month. He discusses preventive care (including several surprise answers). Indeed it’s all about prevention, like dental diets and treats, wipes and water additives like Oratene. Dr. Michael Lappin, Professor at Colorado State University, has been investigating that mystery dog respirat…

Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Lisa Radosta discusses common but truly sometimes life-threatening behavior problems in dogs and cats. She is co-author of Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat. Topics include separation anxiety and cats who have accidents outside of their litter boxes. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4476671/4476671_2024-01-06-223511.64…

Dr Marty Becker is the most influential veterinarian on the planet. Several years ago he said “why aren’t we paying attention to the emotional well-being of pets?” and founded the Fear Free initiative to minimize fear, anxiety and stress at veterinary visits. This notion has not only caught on around the world with veterinary professionals, but als…

Dr. Tammy Grubb reveals how cats are so adept at masking pain. Dr. Grubb is president of the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Managementand adjunct professor Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. And now there’s a new way to treat arthritis in cats. Famed cat book author Gwen Cooper has done it again. Her latest book i…

While some dog behaviors are perfectly normal if you happen to be a dog, like jumping on people who arrive at the house or digging at the garden, these are not acceptable behaviors to live with. Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Valli Parthasarathy offers solutions about what to do. Veterinary cardiologist Dr. Brian Scansen on all things heart disease in …

Baby, it’s cold out there and getting colder. Dr. Natalie Marks offers tips on keeping pets safe in very cold weather, from which pets benefit by wearing coats or sweaters to how it is true that pets can get frostbite, and what those warning signs are. Also, a discussion about antifreeze and other winter hazards. On how perspective home buyers are …

Legendary dog trainer Dr. Ian Dunbar is a ground-breaking source of so much of what we take for granted today regarding dog training. His books are “bibles” in the world of dog training, and his most recent one is Barking Up the Right Tree: The Science of Positive Dog Training. Dr. Dunbar is not without strongly held views. Discussed are so-called …