Giving a squeaky little voice a one person afternoon show is not the way to attract or keep listeners. I wasnt crazy about Steve, always interrupting, having the last say, me,me,me. Given Cochran had a solid track record and WGN ranked third in mornings, replacing him with Sirott doesnt make sense. So I offered them a little Tribune real estate here as a return favor. I listened recently to Sirott and found the program so boring!!!! Ive listened to GN for over nearly 6 decades and the decline is painful to hear. WEEKDAYS: 4 - 6 a.m.: WGN Early Morning News 6 - 10 a.m.: Bob Sirott 10 a.m. - noon: John Williams noon - 1 p.m.: Wintrust Business Lunch with John Williams 1 - 2 p.m.: John Williams 2 - 6 p.m.: Lisa Dent 6 - 7 p.m: Your Money Matters with Jon Hansen (Monday-Thursday nights) 6 - 7 p.m.: On the Map with Dave Plier (Friday nights) Chicago Tribune historical photo, A performance of 'The Belle of New York' by the Chicago Theater of the Air on Jan. 22, 1944, at the Medinah Temple in Chicago. Ketia Daniel, founder of BHM Cleaning Co., is BestReviews cleaning expert. You can find a comprehensive archive of his material here. Insane! document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! Roe Conn, Anna Davlantes, Violeta Podrumedic (Sean Su / Purple Photo Group / for WGN Radio) Todd Manley at the entrance to the Allstate Skyline Studio. I was driving and didnt caught the number. So it's a betrayal of the listeners when management severs those connections without notice. Not much different than the next. Will not listen ever again. Shared with Public legacy.com Donna Chase's Obituary on Peoria Journal Star Read the Obituary and view the Guest Book, leave condolences or send flowers. Dean, Lyle - Semi-retired news anchor and reporter at WGN-AM Chicago. Jos kytt matkapuhelinta, voit mys kytt valikkolaatikkoa selaimesta. The Indians were guests on the Elson and Anson program. I dont remember a lot about Bob Sirott or his wife. He enjoys doing celebrity impressions when appropriate, such as: On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Sounds like a typical Cheryl brown comment complete with incorrect misspelled words. OH my I left Chicago in 2012, but still listened to WGN Stream. Chicago Tribune historical photo, Morrison Wood, writer and producer of the Chicago Tribune anniversary radio series, talks to Art Hern, a bit player surrounded by the cast of the series at the WGN studio on March 24, 1947. I agree with you completely AND your mother! Theres a valid reason he was kept in a room by himselfno one else could fit with him AND his ego. Chicago Tribune historical photo, William G. Nylen, from left, William G. Naef, and William G. Nida take turns at the microphone at a meeting of the WGN club on April 10, 1941. Judy Pielach (Photo: Kristy Vicari) Longtime Chicago radio news personality Judy Pielach has signed on as a contributor to the new Bruce St. James morning show at Cumulus Media news/talk WLS 890-AM. WGN Radio is just another radio station. Still like Roes insanity on the drive home. Added to the mix is longtime radio personality Lisa Dent, who will be heard weekday afternoons. For Sirott, this marks the third time he has been employed at WGN, returning to the station after he and wife Marianne Murciano left in 2015 after a two-year run. I actually turned Sirott off today-dull with not much to say. Filter By Type Sign Up For Our Newsletter Bring back Bill & Wendy! And yesthe ever present I am right and you are wrong my way or nothing, THE last wordALWAYSand the continuous bashing of the current administrationWAY TOO POLITICAL for a morning drive personality [2] He recently moved from the Andersonville and Albany Park neighborhoods to the Old Irving Park neighborhood of Chicago. Heres how, Deans Weekender: Ashanti & Ja Rule take the stage, 4th grader reports Fridays weather forecast, Winter Storm Warning issued Friday as snow moves, Winter Storm Watch issued Friday for Chicago area, Tuesday Forecast: Temps in upper 40s with mostly. It was the only one of its kind in the country in 1936. Nextstar is destroying what was a legend in radio . Liked Sirott, but been there, done that. They tried that before and she is a ditz. WGNs hiring of Sirott tells us there is a lot of truth to what Joyner said because quite basically, relying on the same ol limited list of names to keep your radio station relevant is particularly asinine at a time when radio is failing to attract the next generation of listeners. To learn more about ChatGPT and how we can inspire students, we sat down with BestReviews book expert, Ciera Pasturel. Any sound, from the drop of a pin to the crash of a giant airplane, can be made by this $600 sound effects machine, specially built for WGN radio. Chicago Tribune historical photo, A long line of women wait to enter the WGN building on Michigan Avenue on June 6, 1940, for the opening program of the Women World Wide series. I used to listen to WGN 24/7 and liked nearly everyone I heardnow, I can only tolerate bits and pieces and tune elsewhere the majority of the day. Former Artistic Director at The Factory Theater. "Nick D. Show Spies" - listeners submit clips of other shows on the station when they mention Nick's show. He was notified after he got off the air Friday that it was his last show. Clarence Dittman, and announcer Jack Brickhouse of WGN, broadcast from the Chicago airport tarmac in 1942. VANDEVELDE will move to the noon-7p (CT) shift at WGN. Chicago Tribune historical photo, First Lieut. Chicago Tribune historical photo, June Baker, WGN's household advisor, seated on left, and her staff of experts who present on Miss Baker's program every week day at 2 p.m. over WGN radio, circa April 22, 1934. Chicago Tribune historical photo, Members of the dramatic cast of "Carmen" as presented over WGN and the Mutual network are Betty Winkler as Carmen, Marvin Mueller as Escamillo, Elia Braca as Mercedes, and Willard Waterman as Pedro. Chicago TV and radio legend Roy Leonard died Thursday night at age 83. Last year, the morning duo missed live footage of a bridge implosion as the camera panned to the weather center for an update on the temperature. His show was the top-rated morning show for WGN and kept the station at the top of the ratings. Don't worry, this story isn't over. He has married twice and divorced twice. Potash eventually walks off camera after declaring that "this is all very fascinating to the viewer at home," but, alas, he returns behind the meteorologist and the green screen to mimic the whining anchor. He was the host of an award-winning radio program [1] on WGN Radio in Chicago. Now, if they can toss out that annoying Hockberg and his team that would be great. Potash appears to have no clue to what Baumgarten is referring and just sits at the desk as Baumgarten rants. Maybe he did some good things but good grief who needed it when you had to listen to him! We have stood in front of microphones and spoken our minds. Ill never listen to either one. Always patting himself on His back! I have a disease (Parkinsons) which often ikeeps me up at night. If us older generation folks are tuning out, just what listeners are you catering to? They are a mixture of WGN-TV and WGN Radio personalities. Note the splayed ceiling on the stage designed for maximum sound projection into the audience, the dual plate glass windows of the control booth, and the client's booth above are set in at an angle to prevent unwanted sound and light reflections. Before joining WGN-TV, Kolkmeyer spent three years as a meteorologist and news anchor for WREXs 13 News Today and 13 News at Noon. The broadcasts, given by Mrs. Ruth DeYoung Kohler, are concerned with women and their interests in the world events of today. , 300-mile journey: One WGN original camera back home, Public Guardian: More kids sleeping in DCFS offices, 90-year-old atomic veteran conflicted after medal, Men accused of kidnapping, torturing car dealership, Man accused of striking 16-year-old girl on CTA platform, Chicago police reelect union president Friday, US announces new $400 million Ukraine security aid, Northsiders colliding with Metra over bridge repairs, Winter Storm Warning issued as snow moves into area, No bond for man accused of killing Chicago officer, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM Listen news, chicago, il Follow Email WBBM Newsradio, on 780 AM and 105.9 FM, is Chicago's source for up-to-the-minute Local News, and Traffic & Weather on the 8's. Plus, get the latest sports updates and business insights. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. [1] His show featured various conversation as well as some music. Personalities needed to be looked at and tamed. So I had doubts about Pete trying this morning gig at the Drive. Love Pete. WGN News Team Dina Bair Anchor/Reporter Jenna Barnes Reporter Robin Baumgarten Anchor Ana Belaval Reporter Chris Boden Anchor/Reporter Tahman Bradley Anchor/Reporter Ben Bradley Anchor/Reporter. So disappointed in the new morning showthought Id give it a couple of months but it hasnt improved. I have to say that I am very disappointed in this move. Radio's a tough business, and I understand why station bosses have to fire on-air personalities from time to time as they strive for higher ratings and greater ad revenue. This afternoon news-oriented program led by Steve is a welcome addition to our WGN Radio weekday lineup.. To learn more about ChatGPT and how we can inspire students, we sat down with BestReviews book expert, Ciera Pasturel. Chicago Tribune historical photo. Looking at how Sirotts ratings were the last time he was at WGN or WLS, dont look for him to even come close to matching Cochrans numbers. Adam Carolla. Democracy dies in darkness and GN has gone over to the dark side. 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The new Sinatra hour does not apply to me, I will miss Steve B at lunch, and the old schedule of news, weather, business, current events discussions. Powered by WordPress & Designed by Bizberg Themes, WGN Radio shocker: Cochran out, Sirott in. And thats all you hear all morning which is why I left. Allison Payne Cause Of Death Former WGN-TV Anchor Allison Payne Passed Away At 57. Starting Monday, Pielach will join St. James from 5:30 to 9 a.m. weekdays, rounding out a cast that includes news anchor Nick Gale and executive . Bill and Wendy talk about the history of the WGN Radio with Roe Conn, Patti Vasquez, Steve Bertrand, Justin Kaufmann, and Roger Triemstra. Really miss Bill & Wendy.
