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It's been two weeks since the election and I need to say two things.
1) I was wrong about the winner2) I'm not wrong about what I believe
In this first episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE since Trump was elected, again, I tackle the truths of where we are and what's ahead. Also included is a new feature called THERE ARE NO STUPID QUESTIONS and we tackle recess appointments because we all need to know. I also talked about the insanity of Trump's Cabinet nominations and we recorded this a few minutes before news broke about one of the clowns... So clearly this episode has something for everyone!
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With the election just a few days away, I wanted to spend a little more time encouraging you to go vote. This episode is in two parts, with the first being me going through a list of what should disqualify Donald Trump from ever being President again.
The second part of this episode is a full interview I did with my son I for a special episode of his podcast, Encounter Faith. See the show notes for more information about his show, and resources for your vote.
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Want to be ready to vote? Checkout Ballotpedia, the best voting resource I've used.
Here's one of several resources you can use to help vote for the judges in your area!
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A special episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE where the boss at The Raue Center, Richard Kuranda, and John Da Cosse, join me to talk theater and my last NEW YEARS EVE show coming soon
Oh...and...a bananas call from Trump that you have to hear
Check the show notes for ticket information and more!
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2pm on NYE... at The Raue Center
*7pm on NYE...at The Tivoli in Downers Grove
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...OR IS IT JUST BEGINNING?
Days before this massive election it's two of my favorite voices in politics on this new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE. The Democrat is Bridget Gainer. The Republican is Pat Brady
Unlike everyone else in politics, they are reasonable, and willing to listen. The three of us are here to take one last shot to remind you what's really at stake and ask you to do the right thing...VOTE!
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See your sample ballot and research your candidates at these sites...
Ballotready.org
Ballotpedia.org
Vote411.org
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David Letterman once said about Bill Zehme, "...he was also emblematic of that era when profile writers were often cooler than the people they were profiling. Whenever he interviewed me, I tried inhumanly hard to impress the guy..."
Bill was a good friend for most of the 30 years I've been in Chicago and Carson was foundational in our relationship. On this episode I talk with one of Bill's best friends, Mike Thomas, who worked with Bill for years. Mike has been a great writer at the Chicago Sun-Times forever and he's authored two terrific books of his own
When Bill died, Mike was the absolute best choice to finish this book
Of course we talk about Carson but we spend time detailing the run of the GOAT, Bill Zehme, as well
Get the book and share this new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE
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You can contribute to this 100% rated organization on charitynavigator.org, Colon Cancer Coalition.
The works of Bill Zehme are too numerous to list, Google him and buy them all!
*Mike Thomas also wrote the books we list below...get them too!
The Second City Unscripted: Revolution and Revelation at the World-Famous Comedy Theater.
You Might Remember Me: The Life and Times of Phil Hartman.
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Originally from 2020, this episode feels more relevant today. I explain why we need YOU… yes you… to be a voter in this election. I also breakdown some of the most common barriers people put between THEMSELVES and voting. That's a polite way of simply saying IF YOU CARE about what happens to this country and your family, there are no excuses...VOTE! Thanks for listening!
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LIVE FROM NY on LIVE FROM MY OFFICE
It's the 50th anniversary year of Saturday Night Live. There are very few shows that have lasted that long... well Sesame Street has been on a couple more years but c'mon... that's all Elmo. Nick Digilio has a podcast all about SNL and we go deep on this iconic show. Hope you like this new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE !
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Hear what Nick D does and follow it all!
Get your tickets for either or both STEVE COCHRAN NYE shows ..
2p at the Raue Center in Crystal Lake
7p at the Tivoli Theater in Downers Grove
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We interrupt this political insanity for this important (yet still entertaining) podcast... of science! On this episode these questions and more will be answered
- Are there two astronauts stuck in Space?
- Is Mars in our futures?
- If you pack for 8 days in orbit and end up spending 6 months...who does the laundry?
Also...
- Do I need the new covid vaccine?
- When should I get the flu shot?
- Is it true that shingles doesn't care?
Hear them here on a new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE
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Is this the last New Year's Eve for people who can't stay awake until midnight? Will it be north of Chicago or will you go west? Get your tickets for either show...the afternoon in Crystal Lake or the reasonably early evening show in Downers Grove...or come to both!
2pm at The Raue Center & 7pm at The Tivoli Theater
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There are a small handful of NFL play-by-play legends and none are better than Wayne Larrivee.
He gives us an NFL season preview and answers the burning questions...
- what's with this new kickoff rule
- is Jordan Love worth the $$$
- can the Chiefs make it 3 straight
-does he own more cheeseheads or camouflage hats?
And is it finally time for a real Bears/Packers rivalry? Hear it here on this new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE!
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The Kamala coming out party in Chicago went very, very, well. But where will the Dems go from here?
We know the Trumplicans will vote. Will the Dems show up now that the party's party is over?
Congressman Mike Quigley, Analyst Pat Brady, and regular guy Mark DeCarlo were at the United Center all week.
Hear there three perspectives as we talk about what's now and what's next?
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Mark DeCarlo is a great entertainer who will be in one of the most prominent suites at the DNC...how?
YA gotta listen... see what I did there!
Also, Eric Harthen does the best Trump you'll ever hear...and about 999 other voices. YA gotta hear them both here on this special convention week edition of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE!
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See everything Eric Harthen does and hire him!
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The Emmy and Peabody award winning comedian, writer, actor, producer is back with more funny...real funny...on stage.
And hear him hear with me on this all new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE. Thanks for listening and sharing with a few of your friends!SHOW NOTES
Get tickets to Paul's Show here or here!
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POLITICS DONE REASONABLY
Pat Brady and Bridget Gainer are two of my favorite guests. They know politics inside-out and while they come from different sides they talk AND listen to each other
I know...what a crazy concept!
We talk DNC, Kamala/Walz, and Trump panic. We also discuss what Mayor Brandon Johnson is and isn't "leading" in Chicago.
Check out the show notes for important projects that they each lead and hear them here on this new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE!
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Bridget Gainer founded and leads the Cook County Land Bank which is about to cut the ribbon and celebrate its 2,000th property. They are changing lives and the look of long vacant homes and lots in and around Chicago!
Pat Brady co-founded the Lincoln Forum where you can see and hear the biggest named in politics and policy issues for Illinois and the USA. Check out more here.
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MY WISH FOR YOU... ...is that you have a friend in your life like Paul Coyte
He is funny, kind, decent, and smart. He's also British...but if you get 4 out of 5 you're good. On this new episode we talk about a lot of stuff but the crazy thing is that I had a tech problem on my end that made me sound distant at best.
So I sound like I'm FAR AWAY while Paul, who is in London, sounds like he's in the room. Other than that I think you'll really like this new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICESHOW NOTES
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I LIKE WHEN GOOD PEOPLE WIN
My friend, Lewis Black, and special guest, Andrea Darlas, join me to talk about PIXAR's biggest movie ever.
INSIDE OUT 2 is THE summer blockbuster! $1.25 BILLION later ...it is a great movie with a great message!
Hear ANGER here on this new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE
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Everything you need to know about Lewis.
A heartbreaking story that has created a great new initiative...to think differently in all ways about mental health
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Mark Doyle from "Unite the Country" joins me to talk about the past, present, and future of President Biden and his run for reelection.
Mark has the experience and the clarity to see what's real and what's unknown right now. Hear him here on this new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE.
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At my core I believe you can disagree without being a...jerk. The inability to do that is why we're in the political mess we're in today.
This episode of LFMO is a reposting of THE CRISIS CAST podcast that I was a guest on last week.
Their show is hosted by Thom Serafin and Lissa Druss, two of the best political/media voices in Chicago . The mind behind THE CRISIS CAST is the great Todd Manley who has been my colleague, boss, and close friend for over 30 years
We discussed politics and the end of my radio run among other things I think you'll like on this LIVE FROM MY OFFICE.
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It seems fitting that the one and only Robert Feder would be my guest on this new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE .
His 40+ years of covering media is unmatched and a fair portion of that time was writing about the great radio on the air from Chicago.
We talked about the 100th anniversary of WLS and his stories of the stars on mic at The Big 89.
The timing is coincidental but having just done my last morning show there gives me an opportunity to share some words on that milestone as well.
So hear Feder on Lujack, Landecker and all your favorites and share this episode everywhere!
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Come see me and my friends as the "For Fathers" for some comedy at the Raue Center on Friday June 14th! One lucky dad will win a FREE ABT Grill!
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General John Borling returns to WLS AM 890 and to the podcast to talk about Memorial Day, what you should say on this historic day, and a lot more. Make sure you tell your kids about the meaning behind today!
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This new episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE is a conversation with the legend, Dennis Quaid. I spoke with him while he was driving in a very cool car off to another cool adventure of some kind.
We talked golf, sports, music and movies. Subscribe and never miss an episode of LIVE FROM MY OFFICE!
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