Episodes

  • On the Map: Winter Ski Edition, Aspen Colorado, Montana’s Big Sky, The Mountain Top at The Grand Geneva

    On the Map: Winter Ski Edition, Aspen Colorado, Montana’s Big Sky, The Mountain Top at The Grand Geneva
    Jan 17 2026
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier welcomes a trio of ski and travel experts to share insider tips for hitting the slopes this winter. The conversation features Sarah Beatty from Coloradoski.com, who offers insights on Colorado’s premier ski destinations and mountain experiences; Megan Munley of Big Sky Resort in Montana, who highlights Big Sky’s world-class terrain, new […]
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  • On the Map: Mayslake Peabody Estate

    On the Map: Mayslake Peabody Estate
    Jan 3 2026
    Jon Hansen, sitting in for Dave Plier, welcomes Craig Dorsey, local historian and Master of the Living Historians Guild of DuPage, who introduces WGN listeners to the Mayslake Peabody Estate in Oak Brook, Illinois. Located at 1717 31st St., a quarter mile west of Route 83, the Peabody Estate is a fascinating time capsule and beautifully […]
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  • On the Map: Christmas Magic at Castle Noel in Medina, Ohio

    On the Map: Christmas Magic at Castle Noel in Medina, Ohio
    Dec 20 2025
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Mark Klaus, creator of Castle Noel, “America’s largest year-round indoor Christmas entertainment attraction.” Experience 40,000 square feet of amazing installations, retail holiday windows, Christmas movie props and more! Visit castlenoel.com.
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  • On the Map: Where to enjoy Christmas Eve, Day and Hanukkah Dinner in Chicago

    On the Map: Where to enjoy Christmas Eve, Day and Hanukkah Dinner in Chicago
    Dec 20 2025
    Isaac Reichman, director of corporate communications for Choose Chicago, joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to share great places to enjoy your holiday meal with friends, family or that special someone. ChooseChicago.com
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  • On the Map: The Jimmy Stewart Museum in Indiana, Pennsylvania

    On the Map: The Jimmy Stewart Museum in Indiana, Pennsylvania
    Dec 20 2025
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier sits down with Kelly Stewart Harcourt, daughter of screen legend Jimmy Stewart, to reflect on her father’s enduring legacy and to talk about the Jimmy Stewart Museum in Indiana, Pennsylvania, which celebrates his life and remarkable career.
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  • Chicago’s famed Gale Street Inn is back!

    Chicago’s famed Gale Street Inn is back!
    Dec 8 2025
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to Paulo Villabona, new owner of Chicago’s Gale Street Inn, about the return of this beloved Jefferson Park classic. Ribs baby! Galestreetinn.com for more information.
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  • A magical Christmas drive-thru at Santa’s Village in Dundee

    A magical Christmas drive-thru at Santa’s Village in Dundee
    Dec 6 2025
    WGN Radio’s Dave Plier is joined by Jason Sierpien of Santa’s Village to discuss their holiday drive-thru, which features over three-million synchronized lights, hot chocolate, funnel cakes, Santa photos, and more! Go to santasvillagedundee.com to learn more.
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  • Choose Chicago’s holiday pop-up bars and festive adulting experiences

    Choose Chicago’s holiday pop-up bars and festive adulting experiences
    Dec 6 2025
    Choose Chicago’s Jason Lesniewicz joins WGN Radio’s Dave Plier to highlight the many holiday pop-up bars coming to Chicago this season, including the Bamboo Club in Wrigleyville, “8 Crazy Nights” at the Graystone Tavern, Pink Squirrel Bar, and more. Go to choosechicago.com to learn more!
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