The Black Friday release of Goose Island’s Bourbon County Stout is one of the most highly anticipated beer events of the year, and 2020 may see the best lineup in recent years. To discuss their brewing process and preview this year’s varieties,

Brian Noonan in for Nick Digilio | 6.5.20

Jun 5th, 2020

Hour 1: + At the Breweries Hour 2: + Ryan Oestreich, Music Box Theatre Hour 3: + Bad Theater Manners + What will you miss this Summer? Hour 4: + Overnight Arcade Hour 5: + You Big Dummy + Straight Outta Context + Tiger King update + Cicadas ret

Can independent movie theaters survive the pandemic?

Jun 5th, 2020

While the city slowly opens restaurants, barbers and more, movie theaters are left in the dark. With current restrictions, theater owners are searching for a middle ground to reach profitability. Ryan Oestreich, general manager of Chicago’s leg

The ins and outs of comedy on a cruise with Lenny Schmidt

Jun 4th, 2020

Comedian Lenny Schmidt knows a thing or two about life and comedy on the high seas. He joins Brian Noonan to talk about his experiences as a cruise comic, how to handle pandemic comedy and his upcoming comedy album.

Brian Noonan in for Nick Digilio | 6.3.20

Jun 4th, 2020

Hour 1: + Kevin O’Hare, The Bad Apple Bar + Are you ready to return to restaurants? Hour 2: + Marnie Shure, The Takeout Hour 3: + Comedian Lenny Schmidt Hour 4: + Dog tips for Tom + Calls from around the world! Hour 5: +Should we be worried abo

How do pets react to our stress?

Jun 3rd, 2020

World-renowned pet expert and WGN host Steve Dale joins Brian Noonan to explore how stressful times can affect our pets and answer listeners’ questions about our furry friends.

Brian Noonan in for Nick Digilio | 6.2.20

Jun 3rd, 2020

Hour 1: + Mark Reddig, Land Line Now Hour 2: + Steve Dale, Pet Expert Hour 3: + Michael Osacky, Baseball in the Attic Hour 4: + Worst Father’s Day Gifts + Grilling Tips

Central Camera pledges to continue its 121-year Chicago legacy

Jun 2nd, 2020

In the wake of destructive riots, Central Camera was left in ruins at its longtime location on Wabash Ave. But third generation owner Don Flesch doesn’t plan on shuttering his beloved photography store. Flesch joins host Brian Noonan to dive in

Cocktails for Hope pushes for cocktails-to-go in Illinois

May 26th, 2020

Ian Beacraft and Julia Momose are with Cocktails For Hope, the organization that helped push the bill that will allow the takeout and delivery option for premixed cocktails in Illinois. The two spoke with Brian Noonan about the soon-to-be new c

How hotels have been impacted and how post-pandemic hotels will operate

May 26th, 2020

With Illinois reopening and the summer travel season starting, some people are expressing anxiety about staying in hotels. Michael Jacobson is president and CEO of the Illinois Hotel and Lodging Association and joins Brian Noonan to discuss the

How to treat your anxiety as reopening begins

May 26th, 2020

Doctor Stewart Shankman is the Chief of Psychology at the Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine. Dr. Shankman says that the biggest problem is the uncertainty. He says that it’s normal to have some anxiety as things begin to reopen because t

Illinois State Parks open May 29th, here’s what you need to know

May 25th, 2020

Brian Noonan talks with Colleen Callahan, the Director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources about the reopening of Illinois State Parks on May 29th. Callahan says that Illinois residents have become a “model” for other states and the

This is how the Coronavirus is hurting small businesses

Mar 16th, 2020

Katherine Valleau is the owner of Exit Strategy Brewing and talks to Brian Noonan about how the recent news of all Illinois restaurants, bars to close for inside dining for 2 weeks to limit COVID-19 spread

Here are the tips you need to help your anxiety during the Coronavirus

Mar 15th, 2020

Doctor Stewart Shankman, Chief of Psychology at Northwestern Medicine, joins Brian Noonan.

Here is how you should talk to your kids about the Coronavirus

Mar 15th, 2020

Florence Ann Romano, The Windy City Nanny, is an author, philanthropist and web series star/host. She joins Brian Noonan to talk about how to describe the Coronavirus to your kids or grandkids.

Brian Noonan (2/2/2020) | Full Show: How reliable is Punxsutawney Phil?

Feb 3rd, 2020

It’s Groundhog Day and Brian Noonan fills-in for Rick Pearson with a very eventful show! Brian, accompanied by Roger Badesch in the Newsroom and Producer CaSera (aka Cash), talks Groundhog Day results; follows up on New Year’s resolutions and h

Brian Noonan (2/2/2020) | Full Show: How reliable is Punxsutawney Phil?

Feb 3rd, 2020

Like a Mindreader: Jonathan Pritchard

Jan 21st, 2020

Mentalist Jonathan Pritchard joins Brian Noonan and Cody Gough on the Matt Bubala Show this weekend. Pritchard says his skill set started at an early age and we get some first hand knowledge as he joins us in-studio. Tune in to learn more about

Like a Mindreader: Jonathan Pritchard

Jan 21st, 2020

Brian Noonan in for Matt Bubala 1-18-20

Jan 21st, 2020

Brian Noonan and Cody Gough are back and braved the winter storm weather as Matt takes a trip to Florida this weekend. As expected, we talk about winter driving. Mentalist Jonathan Pritchard joins the show live in-studio at 1:15 a.m. At 2 a.m.,

Brian Noonan in for Matt Bubala 1-18-20

Jan 21st, 2020

Brian Noonan in for Roe Conn Full Show 1.2.19 | Legalization: Day Two, Chicago White Sox, Lauren Lapka’s Wing-Women Guide, Toaster VS. The Toaster Oven and MORE!

Jan 3rd, 2020

Brian Noonan is in for Roe Conn on day two of the new year bringing you all of the laughs and news you need this afternoon! To kick off the show, Brian welcomes back Lauren Lapka and Kevin Powell back from their time off for the holidays. Brian

Brian Noonan in for Roe Conn Full Show 1.2.19 | Legalization: Day Two, Chicago White Sox, Lauren Lapka's Wing-Women Guide, Toaster VS. The Toaster Oven and MORE!

Jan 3rd, 2020

Brian Noonan has High Hopes for the New Year

Jan 2nd, 2020

Brian Noonan begins his New Years Day show by discussing what the ramifications of legal marijuana will have on the state. He has WGN Reporter Ryan Burrow come on to discuss what his findings were outside the marijuana dispensaries this morning