What's Up with Steve Grzanich from WGN Plus

Victor J. Andrew High School Choir joined us in-studio for this fun Friday. Senator Dick Durbin jumped on with Steve to talk about Russian election hacking. Dan Hampton thinks Green Bay will beat the Bears at Soldier Field on Sunday. Lou Manfredini solves our ‘fix-it’ problems. Carnie Wilson explains why she’s doing Celebrity Apprentice and Patti Vasquez cracked us up! http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3251018/3251018_2016-12-16-115618.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3792.mp3

http://media.blubrry.com/unqualifiedgamers/p/gamelifebalanceus.com/wp-content/uploads/podcasts/game-life-balance-u-s-episode-034-cody-jon-completely-destroy-travel-naysayers.mp3 Cody was told by several people that he would literally die by traveling, and yet he survived. Hear him and Jon completely destroy travel naysayers, then talk about what it’s like to take kids on vacation. Click here to download this episode of Game/Life Balance U.S. Show Notes: Jon checks in on his facial hair progress: if you had to pick one, then would you say it’s better to look good or to look young? Cody and Jon discuss the lore of spanking in the pantheon of the Game/Life Balance U.S. podcast Life Stuff Cody traveled to Mexico City for work, and people did not react to learning of his trip in the way he expected Despite certain travel destinations being a “dangerous place,” Cody thinks that people should go places anyway Jon experienced the joy of traveling on vacation to California via airplane with his nearly 3-year-old son for the first time, and his troubles didn’t occur when he thought they would Cody discusses some of the history of Teotihuacan and explains how he ended up at an EDM festival in Mexico City with Paul Van Dyk as a headliner In a bizarre turn of events, Cody goes full British after explaining his encounter with three blokes and a bird Cody and Jon congratulate Doombrowski, who just released his game Suburban Scavengers on Steam Greenlight, on his Doom Ninja Podcast joining the GonnaGeek Network! Balancing Act Jon has been playing the latest World of Warcraft expansion, and is back to playing one of his favorite mobile games of all time Cody gives first impressions of Final Fantasy XV and discusses a few fun mobile games he picked up when traveling, some old and some new Learn how to connect with us on the GonnaGeek Network, syndication on WGN Plus, our YouTube channel, and more! Podcast theme song intro/outro credit: ‘Unity‘ by TheFatRat with permission Game/Life Balance AUS official web site: http://www.gamelifebalanceaustralia.com

The craft brewery market has exploded in recent years. Jason Pratt, manager of beer education at MillerCoors, weighs in on where the future of the beer industry is going. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3249900/3249900_2016-12-15-112400.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3805.mp3

Nick Digilio hosts a truncated, Christmas edition of Fly Jamz Friday. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250727/3250727_2016-12-16-063127.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3771.mp3 To download this or any of Nick’s podcast visit our I-Tunes page.  Like us on Facebook (/nickdshow) and follow us on Twitter (@nickdshow.)

Nick Digilio presents this week’s “You Big Dummy,” “Straight Outta Context” and “Nick D Show Spies.” http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250726/3250726_2016-12-16-063026.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3771.mp3 To download this or any of Nick’s podcast visit our I-Tunes page.  Like us on Facebook (/nickdshow) and follow us on Twitter (@nickdshow.)

Nick Digilio welcomes DVD guru Jeff Tuckman for his monthly visit! They discuss some of the cool December DVD releases, suggest some great boxed set perfect for the movie lover in your life and give away copies of the Platinum Anniversary Edition of “It’s A Wonderful Life.” http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250720/3250720_2016-12-16-061920.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3771.mp3 To download this or any of Nick’s podcast visit our I-Tunes page.  Like us on Facebook (/nickdshow) and follow us on Twitter (@nickdshow.)

Nick Digilio welcomes back to the show the fabulous Steve and Johnnie! In this conversation, they explain how they fell victim to an odd injury due to sleeping on a coach, reveal details about their puppet collection and remember the late, great Les Paul with new music performed by Steve inspired by Les! Steve and Johnnie will be signing copies of “A Little More Les” this Saturday, December 17th at Bob’s Blues& Jazz mart on Irving Park.  Go! And be sure to tune when they bring back the “Cheap Date Life After Dark New Year’s Eve Extravaganza” here on WGN beginning at 10pm. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250724/3250724_2016-12-16-062524.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3771.mp3 To download this or any of Nick’s podcast visit our I-Tunes page.  Like us on Facebook (/nickdshow) and follow us on Twitter (@nickdshow.)

Senator Dick Durbin joined The Steve Cochran Show as he made his way down to Decatur, IL. The Senator addressed the Russian election hacking and the ACA repeal. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250954/3250954_2016-12-16-104454.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3792.mp3

This morning on the Opening Bell, Steve Grzanich wass joined by everybody’s favorite financial guy Paul Nolte from Kingsview Asset Management. They talked about the market’s big week and the rising value of the dollar. Paul made some predictions for what’s ahead in early 2017, including the potential for a rise in international stocks and the continued struggle for bonds. Then, Founder of Fare Compare, Rick Seaney came in to give some advice on booking cheap airfare this holiday season. They also discussed the SEC’s new decision to allow cell phones during flights and the problematic “yellular” drama that is sure to ensue.   http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250748/3250748_2016-12-16-073148.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3779.mp3

On December 16th 2016, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers: The Commerce Department reports today on U.S. home construction for November. President Obama will hold a news conference this afternoon before going on the final Christmas vacation of his presidency. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250749/3250749_2016-12-16-073249.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D5454.mp3

Hannah and Sam Brinton discusses the importance of the 50bills50states movement and how you can get involved. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250672/3250672_2016-12-16-031112.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3777.mp3

The Chicago Way w/John Kass – Ep 43 (12/16/16): This week John Kass and Jeff Carlin are joined by Chicago Tribune editorial board member Kristen McQueary to discuss the pitfalls of Christmas gift shopping, bicycle law, tattoo removal, motorcycle riding, and the magic of Brussels sprouts. Plus, Patrick O’Connell from Peer Hams talks about how an over cooked ham cost him a relationship and the perfect way to serve a Christmas ham. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250650/3250650_2016-12-16-015050.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D4194.mp3 Follow @John_Kass Follow @StatehouseChick Follow @JPCarlin Follow @PeerFoodsGroup Download this episode here by using ‘Save As’here

It’s Thursday so that means Greg Flamm aka The DuPage Picker is back for “Swap Meet!” It’s a Chicago-centric version of “Antiques Roadshow” meets “Let’s Make a Deal.” Tonight, it’s a very festive, holiday edition of Swap Meet. Do you have a collectible from Marshall Field’s? An old Sears light-up Santa Claus? A cool ornament from Wieboldt’s? There is nothing better than holiday junk! Tell us about it! http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250609/3250609_2016-12-16-002509.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3795.mp3 Follow Justin on Twitter and give him a like on Facebook. The Download with Justin Kaufmann airs Monday through Friday from 7 pm. to 11 pm on @WGNRadio

Highlights – Chicago Blackhawks at New York Islanders – December 15, 2016 http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250586/3250586_2016-12-15-233026.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3740.mp3 Boxscore | Recap

Illinois State Bar Association President Vincent Cornelius discusses challenges for new lawyers and the landscape for the Illinois legal community in 2017. Clio CEO Clio Jack Newton joins Rich and Jason to share a new study showing that attorneys are only billing a fraction of their time. Rich and Jason are joined in-studio by Healing to Action Co-Founders Karla Altmayer and Sheerine Alemzadeh to discuss their efforts to end gender-based violence. Finally, in the last Legal Grab Bag of 2016, Rich and Jason discuss T.J. Miller’s alleged assault of an Uber driver, former NFL player Will Smith’s killer found guilty, an attorney who practiced until he was 104, the Vegas Golden Knights and other breaking legal news. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250451/3250451_2016-12-15-191951.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3764.mp3

Kristen Ellis, Wine Education and Events Coordinator at Binny’s Beverage Depot, joins Roe Conn and Anna Davlantes to talk about finding the perfect wine for your holiday celebrations. Bill Begale, owner of Paulina Meat Market, supplies some great offerings to make go with Kristen’s holiday cheer. http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250437/3250437_2016-12-15-190337.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3785.mp3 Here are Kristen’s picks: Anna de Codorniu Brut Rose  $11.99 Elegance from a rare blend of 70% Pinot Noir. Bright color and persistent bubbles offers aromas of red cherry and strawberry. Balanced, with a creamy palate and a lively finish. Great at the start of the evening and more than appropriate for a toast. A perfect fit for any holiday party and is a steal at $11.99. Le Contesse GB02 Prosecco $9.99 Best value Prosecco. From the Italian region of Veneto, this prosecco is loaded with aromatic peach, melon, and honeysuckle. A round, rich mouthfeel with just a hint of sweetness enhances the stone fruit flavors. It really out performs for the money. Taittinger Cuvee Prestige $39.99 (on sale for $32.99) Go-to value Champagne. Savory, with brioche on the nose and bright orchard fruit in the background. On the palate white peaches and nectarines paired with fragrant orange blossoms. A lemony citrus note emerges with time, with a persistent vanilla harmonizing in the background. It’s got the structure, weight, and refreshing acidity to go with almost any food! Pierre Paillard Grand Cru Brut $39.99 Best Grower Champagne. Located in Grand Cru village of Bouzy, Paillard is unique because the grapes come from one village. The wine benefits from extended aging on the lees, but maintains a fresh, fruit-driven core. A broad and generous palate presents flavors of toasted bread, pear, and honey with a finish that lasts and lasts. It’s delicious. Krug Grand Cuvee $150.00 Best splurge Champagne. Krug amazes year after year and has earned its loyal following. A blend of more than 120 wines, a super complex nose offers dried fruit, marzipan, gingerbread, and citrus. The palate is supple, elegant, with flavors of almond, brioche, and honey. A true stunner and worth every penny. Villa Cortessi Moscato D’Asti $9.99 Best sweet sparkling. Pleasantly effervescent with a vibrant acidity that balances the light sweetness. Fragrant and aromatic with a nose of peach blossoms, honey, and nectarine. Ideally suited for sweeter foods with a bit of weight but its low alcohol easily turns this into a wine you can sip and enjoy all day.

LINCOLN SQUARE — Nearly a year after closing for a multimillion-dollar makeover, a dolled-up Davis Theater is set to reopen Thursday. “She feels like she’s got her sparkly earrings back on,” said Faith Hurley, project manager for Analogous Co., a collaborative group of designers headed by Grant Stewart that was responsible for much of the theater’s new look. Click here for more on this story from DNAinfo. It was in June 2015 that Davis owner Tom Fencl announced plans to restore the nearly 100-year-old theater to its former art deco glory, along with the addition of an adjacent restaurant and bar dubbed Carbon Arc. Click to listen: http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250402/3250402_2016-12-15-183602.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3770.mp3

It’s time for the Wintrust Business Lunch with  Steve Bertrand!  On today’s show Steve welcomes: Roger Cheng (CNET), Ilyce Glink (CEO/Founder Best Money Market/Think Glink Inc.), Father Steve Katsouros (Arrupe College at Loyola), Jim Kiley (Wintrust) and Bernard Cherkasov (Chicago Cradles to Crayons). Steve starts the show talking with Roger Cheng from CNET on the latest about the recent Yahoo hack, the stake of Verizon’s purchase of Yahoo and Trump’s tech meetings in New York. Ilyce Glink, CEO/Founder of Best Money Moves and Think Glink Inc,  joins the show to talk about holiday marketing messages vs. a company’s budget and the idea of showing appreciation to employees and clients in the workplace during the holidays. Father Steve Katsouros and Managing Director of Wintrust Wealth Services, Jim Kiley, discuss the Arrupe College program at Loyola University-Chicago.  The Jesuit program makes it possible for low-income students to attend higher education. Steve closes the show talking with the Executive Director for the Chicago Cradles to Crayons, Bernard Cherkasov, about the great work they are doing to provide children with warm clothes, food, toys, books and more both this holiday season and throughout the year. Love the show or want to reach out to Steve Bertrand?  Visit: Facebook + Twitter http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250293/3250293_2016-12-15-170533.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3742.mp3

Bill and Wendy are joined in the studio by a real life cowboy! Professional bull rider, Tyler Harr, joins the Bill and Wendy Show. They talk about his upbringing in Arkansas, the injuries he’s endured in his career in bull riding, the adrenaline rush they get from the sport, the fact that bulls are ticklish, and much more.   http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250241/3250241_2016-12-15-162441.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3739.mp3   You can find Bill and Wendy on Twitter at @billwendyshow, and on Facebook at Bill Leff and Wendy Snyder. The Bill and Wendy Show airs Monday through Friday from ten a.m. to noon, then from one p.m. to three p.m.

Bill and Wendy are joined by the one and only, uncle Dean Richards! They talk about the passing of actor of Bernard Fox, Jimmy Kimmel hosting the Oscars, and more. He always shares his reviews for ‘Star Wars: Rogue One’, and ‘La La Land’.   http://serve.castfire.com/audio/3250243/3250243_2016-12-15-162943.64kmono.mp3?ad_params=zones%3DPreroll%7Cstation_id%3D3739.mp3   You can find Bill and Wendy on Twitter at @billwendyshow, and on Facebook at Bill Leff and Wendy Snyder. The Bill and Wendy Show airs Monday through Friday from ten a.m. to noon, then from one p.m. to three p.m.