Former Astronaut & SpaceX senior advisor Garrett Reisman tells us WHY the Dragon mission was a success, what exactly do Dragon Astronaut’s Bob and Doug have to go through once they land, and who brought the toy Dragon on board?https://serv

Dave Mason on “Feelin’ Alright” remake: “Over 50 remakes of this song & we nailed it!”

Aug 4th, 2020

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Dave Mason, joined Pete McMurray to talk about the new remake of “Feelin’ Alright” with Michael McDonald, Sammy Hagar, Mick Fleetwood and more. Plus, Michael McDonald has better hair than Sammy in the Quarantines.

Cubs President of Business Operations Crane Kenney: ‘To see us on the field even for 60 games is a relief and it’s something our country needs’

Jul 24th, 2020

Crane Kenney, President of Business Operations for the Chicago Cubs, joins Pete McMurray to talk about the last minute deal between the Marquee Sports Network and Comcast, the return of baseball amid the coronavirus pandemic, how the neighborho

‘Caddyshack’ actor Michael O’Keefe reflects on a comedy classic 40 years later

Jul 24th, 2020

Academy Award-nominated actor Michael O’Keefe, who famously played Danny Noonan in the 1980 film, “Caddyshack,” joins Pete McMurray to offer his reflections on the making of the film and working with comedy legends like Chevy Chase, Bill Murray

Senator Dick Durbin shares his thoughts on school reopening, the next stimulus package, federal agents coming to Chicago and the removal of Christopher Columbus statues

Jul 24th, 2020

Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) joins Pete McMurray to talk about a variety of issues including his memories of Congressman John Lewis, the status of the next government stimulus package, getting kids back to school safely in the fall, the Cornavir

Pat Tomasulo talks about the 2020 election, cancel culture, and his shows at Zanies

Jul 20th, 2020

WGN-TV Morning News funny man Pat Tomasulo joins Pete McMurray to talks about the 2020 election, cancel culture and comedy in this new age. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3775516/3775516_2020-07-19-233116.64kmono.mp3

Linda Hamilton talks Terminator 1, Terminator 2, her new movie “Easy Does it” and that feathered back hair-look of the 80’s

Jul 20th, 2020

Terminator film series star Linda Hamilton talks with Pete McMurray. Listen in as Linda and Pete talks about the Terminator series and how it took 7 years for it to catch on, the 80’s and all of the crazy hair styles that existed, and Linda’s n

A high power agent representing Magic, Rodman, Hulk Hogan & more was on top of the world and drug addiction almost killed him

Jul 20th, 2020

Sports and celebrity agent and global advocate for addiction and recovery Darren Prince talks players, Hollywood and addiction. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3775513/3775513_2020-07-19-235313.64kmono.mp3

Harry Connick Jr | “Thank you to the essential workers! The song ‘Stars Still Shine’ is for you!”

Jul 19th, 2020

Today on the show Pete McMurray is joined by American singer, pianist, composer, actor, and television host Harry Connick Jr. Listen in as the guys talk about Harry’s brand new song, road tripping during this pandemic, all of the many musical i

Colin Jost says “I will definitely be back on SNL next season”

Jul 19th, 2020

American comedian, actor and writer Colin Jost joins Pete McMurray talks all things SNL, his new book, “A Very Punchable Face: A Memoir.” and how he’s been quarantining with Scarlette Johanson. Listen in as Colin talks about how Tom Hanks is e

ESPN Olympics reporter talks about the US Gymnastics toxic culture and what the young women had to overcome to get to the Olympics

Jul 19th, 2020

Listen in as ESPN Olympics reporter Bonnie Ford talks with Pete McMurray about ESPN’s 30 for 30 podcast series on US Gymnastics and the toxic culture these young women had to overcome to get to the Olympics. https://serve.castfire.com/audio

Danny Trejo talks about being ‘that guy’ in movies

Jul 11th, 2020

Pete McMurray talks with actor Danny Trejo about his life and acting career that includes appearances in over 300 films. Plus, Trejo talks about his personal life and what it’s like to be “that guy” in the movies.https://serve.castfire.com/

What TV shows would you like to see rebooted?

Jul 11th, 2020

Pete McMurray talks with listeners about which TV shows they would like to see receive a second wind. Does your favorite TV show make the cut?https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3774160/3774160_2020-07-11-204300.128.mp3

From Hawaiian shirts to trucker hats, the styles that are ‘in’ and ‘out’

Jul 11th, 2020

Pete McMurray talks about the various clothing, hair and accessory styles that have been popular throughout the years and determines whether they are “in” or “out.”https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3774161/3774161_2020-07-11-202001.128.mp3

All things music, food, and fun with Celebrity Chef Graham Elliot

Jul 3rd, 2020

Pete McMurray speaks with Celebrity Chef Graham Elliot about enjoying time with his family during quarantine, what’s on the playlist for the holiday weekend, his recipe for Watermelon-Jalapeno Popsicles, and much more.https://serve.castfire

Traeger Grill Master Chad Ward shares all of the grilling tips we need to get us through the summer

Jul 3rd, 2020

Pete McMurray speaks with Traegar Grill Master Chad Ward about all of the tips we need for enjoying our barbecues this summer. Chad also shares the best methods for preparing and grilling different meats and much more.https://serve.castfire

The head of the Chicago Department of Public Health Dr. Allison Arwady: ‘Wear your mask and we’ll get through this thing together’

Jul 3rd, 2020

Pete McMurray spoke with Dr. Allison Arwady, Commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health, about her thoughts on the success of Chicago’s stay-at-home order, especially as we progress through the stages of the reopening process. Dr.

Comedian Pat McGann headlining Zanies reopening in Rosemont July 17th

Jul 3rd, 2020

Comedian Pat McGann joins Pete McMurray to explain how you can see him perform at Zanies July 17th in Rosemont. Also, McGann will debut the comedy special Sebastian Maniscalco presents Pat McGann: When’s Mom Gonna Be Home? July 28th on Amazon P

A Very Brady Renovation wins big at Critics’ Choice Real TV Awards: Christopher Knight talks with Pete McMurray

Jul 3rd, 2020

Christopher Knight, who played Peter Brady on the long-running sitcom The Brady Bunch, joins Pete McMurray to discuss HGTV’s A Very Brady Renovation winning Best Lifestyle: Home/Garden Show on the Critics’ Choice Real TV Awards.https://serv

IndyCar is back and coming to Road America

Jul 3rd, 2020

NTT IndyCar Series driver Max Chilton (Carlin Motorsport Team) joins Pete McMurray to talk about being back on the track for the first time in over a year and his preparation for the Rev Group Grand Prix Presented by American Medical Response D

Ashton Washington makes history as U of I football’s first female African-American full-time staff member

Jul 3rd, 2020

Ashton Washington joins Pete McMurray to talk about being the first female African-American full-time staff member in the University of Illinois football’s history and the first full-time female hire by Head Coach Lovie Smith.https://serve.

The secret to the perfect Chicago-style hot dog

Jul 2nd, 2020

The owner of America’s Dog & Burger (AD&B), George Alpogianis, joins Pete McMurray to talk about the official food of summer, the hot dog.https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3772722/3772722_2020-07-02-232122.64kmono.mp3

Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating champ Miki Sudo prepares to defend her title

Jul 2nd, 2020

Six-time Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating champion Miki Sudo joins Pete McMurray to talk about how she is preparing to defend her title this year.https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3772544/3772544_2020-07-02-000944.64kmono.mp3

The great-great-great granddaughter of Conrad Seipp is bringing the historic Seipp Brand back to Chicago

Jul 2nd, 2020

The great-great-great granddaughter of Conrad Seipp Brewing Company founder Conrad Seipp, Laurin Mack, joins Pete McMurray to talk about bringing back the Seipp brand after 87 years.https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3772543/3772543_2020-07-0

Host of ‘The Amazing Race’ Phil Keoghan talks about his new show, ‘Tough as Nails’

Jul 2nd, 2020

Host of the American version of ‘The Amazing Race’ on CBS, Phil Keoghan joins Pete McMurray to talk about his new show, ‘Tough as Nails.’https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3772540/3772540_2020-07-01-230340.64kmono.mp3