The Steve Dahl Show: Recent Episodes
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The Steve Dahl Show takes listeners through Steve’s day-to-day life as a broadcasting legend cum podcaster. Steve is joined on this daily journey by Brendan Greeley, his wife Janet, a bevy of celebrity guests and friends. No topic is off-limits! Whether you are a life long fan, or just discovering Steve and his crew you will love having this show available to you anytime, anywhere. The DahlCast is Steve Dahl at his funniest without all of the interruptions and structure of traditional radio.
The weather in Chicago is finally catching up to Steve's Florida fun! Papa is enjoying his last week in paradise by bike riding, home remodeling, and eating healthy, well trying to! Frijole Joe is in for Guacamole Wednesdays and we answer your emails!
Dag can't stop glowing with a productive morning consisting of sandwich making! Brendan wants the guys input on whether or not a movie pass is worth it. Stever shares more air conditioning troubles and raves about the grouper sandwich he ate for dinner! Plus Captain Keith from Deadliest Catch interview!
Spring has not sprung here in Chicago! Brendan and Dag were greeted to a nice snow storm this morning while Stever embraces the Florida temps! The boys talk furniture, The Masters, dolphins, and air conditioning. Hear all about it!
Curious Steve wants to understand the different between molly and ecstacy! Papa pokes fun at Brendan for his obsession with expensive turkey meat on his dollar bread. Pudding connoisseur Stever can tell the difference between pudding brands!
Steve started his morning with a nice five mile bike ride! The guys discuss little to no self control when it comes to thin mints! An attempt at a new setup leaves the Stever trapped between double doors! Janet shares her fabulous Easter weekend and answers your questions!
The guys fill Stever in on the brutal weather we've been having in Chicago...meanwhile, Papa is soaking up the sun poolside! Steve is enjoying a new and cozier podcast setup! Frijole Joe is in studio! The guys break down Tiger Woods affair with a waitress...oh boy!
Steve and the boys put their acting skills to the test and recreate a famous broadway play! Brendan and hank went to the dog park and met a lady! Oh lala! Could the guys do a vegan diet? Stever had quite the morning... hear all about the festivities!
Happy April! Steve shares a merchandise mishap! The boys premiere their new show opener and talk Easter celebrations! Pottery barn leaves Steve "The Builder" in a rut! Stever analyzes "Jesus Christ Superstar"
Stever and the boys discuss Good Friday and Easter weekend! Dag shares how his drive to work went! Papa goes down memory lane and talks Rick Dahl and a family visit to Florida! Steve and Janet both agree the new Florida home needs a paint job! !
Brendan and Dag were not in sync when it came to their song choice today! Biker Steve ventured outside of the neighborhood gate only to learn he doesn't know how to get back in! Janet is feeling much better this week! She talks your questions and her thoughts on the new Florida estate!
Another delivery was made to the new Dahl Florida home! Stever kicked his day off with a nice morning bike ride on his new toy! Frijole Joe joins the boys in studio, which results in a break up. Papa schools Brendan on the correct way to use butter!
Steve enjoyed Pat Dahl's quick visit to the new Florida home! Hear about all the activity! Brendan had a tire mishap resulting in a search for spare change! The Sunshine Boy's album is getting great feedback! Plus papa finally gets his bike!
Stever cherishes Brendan for always being in a good mood aside from one incident! Baseball season is among us! Papa visits a Florida restaurant known for their Chicago style pizza! Dag shares his excellent album release weekend! Plus your calls!
More technological difficulties occur in the Dahl Florida home! The boys talk the NCAA Sweet 16! Congratulations to Dag for his album release! Papa tries to help a mysterious sea creature find it's way back to the ocean... but, was there more harm than good?
Steve is over the moon about his new high speed internet connection! Stever went grocery shopping last night and we hear all about it! Brendan drunkingly ordered cherries delivered right to his door! Janet is having a dull day... feeling a little under the weather, but that doesn't stop her from giving great advice!
Papa started his day with a healthy breakfast! Stever is interested in purchasing a bike today, and what better person to have in studio for bike talk...Frijole Joe is here! Steve tells the guys about his dinner experience at a Florida restaurant last night!
Eagles rock star Joe Walsh takes over the WLS AM 890 studio! The boys talk touring, sobriety, plus your calls! To hear the full interview, subscribe at Dahl.com!
The legendary Chicago Chop House offers traditional Irish corned beef and cabbage sandwiches, cocktails and live entertainment beginning at 10 a.m. St. Patrick’s Day - Matthew McCahill!!!
Steve started his day off right by voting this morning! Dag has decided it's finally time to be more open minded about music. It's never too late! Steve and Janet missed the chance to go see Margaritaville live on broadway, which results in Papa reading a review of the show in his theater critic voice! Plus your calls!
Stever attended The Eagles concert in Chicago last night and had quite the time! Dag had a gig at Simon's! It's Ask Janet! They talk vacuum cleaner, broadway musicals, and dog masseuses! Papa has pride for his children's ability to sing and dance in front of people very easily!
Subscribers you are in for a treat! Today on the show we have Dr. Sam Sklar from Foot First Podiatry and the one and only Frijole Joe! WIll Brendan and Sam get married?! Steve talks Florida, Pretty Woman, and The Steve and Gary 10th anniversary show at Chicago Theatre!
Another Broadway show tonight! Steve's actually looking forward to this one! Taco's in bed will be a bonus! A new restaurant has Brendan intrigued! Plus a new spring break trend we all can get onboard with, or...not!
After an extremely successful last broadcast on The Loop 97.9 FM, Steve and the boys kick off the show with some reflection! Brendan attended the Southside Irish parade over the weekend! Steve also gives a review on a restaurant he checked out in his neighborhood! Plus Floridiots!
It's an exciting day here at the station! Steve is broadcasting one last time on 97.9 The Loop with some special guest's joining him! RIP WLUP. Stever also gives an update on the new podcast platform! Janet and Steve had a very eventful morning! Plus a 40 years clip!
Stever reads a Linkedin message he received from someone regarding being in the ministry! Brendan recalls a story about visiting Niagara Falls! Janet and Steve talk easter and musical plans! Plus #AskJanet! They talk car naming, dating qualities, and family advice!
The guys kick off todays show throwing it back to an old TV series Dag is currently watching, over ten years later. Steve tells a story about his trip down Route 66 with his boys. Plus Frijole Joe stops by the studio!
A shake up at the radio station results in a nostalgic start. The iconic WLUP-FM | The Loop station has been sold and Steve has many memories and praise. Daddy plays grammar police when reading a letter Brendan wrote to get out of a ticket. Plus a Jon Belushi exclusive straight from the 40 years.
Over the weekend a subscriber attempts to give Stever podcast quality control. Brendan picks up his new headboard and kitchen cart top and was treated to a lovely dinner. Thank you Russ and Michelle! The guys also talk the Oscar awards and fashion!
Brand Manager and Brewer Adam Smith of Maplewood Brewery & Distillery stops by for Foodie Friday!
The Stever had another dysfunctional morning and we hear all about it! The boys analyze a tape of Steve broadcasting from Hawaii. Editing is a gift! Brendan interviews actress Kara Killmer from the hit TV show "Chicago Fire" plus your phone calls.
Chicago Fire is back tonight on NBC! Tune in to the Steve Dahl Show for Brendans interview with actress Kara Kilmer who plays paramedic "Sylvie Brett"!
The boys premiere their new show opening for March! Papa woke up with a headache today! We get right to #AskJanet today due to a planned shopping trip! They chat the quality of sleep the family is getting, sisterhood, and Janet life hacks! Plus your calls!
The boys kick off the show with a scavenger hunt to find a missing memory card. Frijole Joe stops by. Stever and Janet attended "Love Never Dies" the Phantom of the Opera sequel and boy does papa have a lot to say! Plus your emails!
Because the weather is warmer in Chicago today, Papa was able to install some new floodlights for Rosie! Mr. Squirrel joins the boys to talk to Janet about how the family is really enjoying her backyard and planters! Steve and Janet are attending the sequel to the "Phantom of the Opera" tonight. Steve's really looking forward to tacos in bed!
The boys kick off today's episode with some weekend activity talk! Stever installed a squirrel barrier around his yard! Who will win the battle of Steve vs Squirrels?! Papa also bought a new ladder! Dag shares a rock nightmare. Plus an update on Brendan's new headboard!
Steve and the boys kick off todays episode exploring the world of podcast! What type of podcast does Brendan listen to?! Steve shares his experience at his massage he went to last night and his parking garage dilemma. The gang talk plans for the Southside Irish Parade!
The boys kick off today's show with some tire and THC talk. Brendan recalls a time when he took a pill from a stranger... wonder how that went. Steve and Janet are in the market for a new car. Plus your questions for Ask Janet!
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Happy Guacamole Wednesday subscribers! Steve and the boys go down memory lane recalling a time when he announced a fake Fleetwood Mac concert and an unusual visitor visiting the radio station. Steve talks archives and Dag scrolls through KROY's memorial page!
Stever ordered a new Cpap machine and it is silent and wonderful! Much of papa's weekend was spent looking for internet bars! Dag spent his weekend with skiing and cleaning the house! Happy 40th anniversary on the radio Steve!
Mindy Segal of Mindy's HotChocolate Restaurant and Dessert Bar stops by for Foodie Friday!
Subscribers do we have a treat for you! Radio legend Buzz Kilman and Steve's accountant Ron Lewis join the boys for the awaited kettlebell demonstration.
Brendan shares his morning struggles with his dog, Hank! Steve's already moving on from the CPAP machine, and has a headache. Dag gives a full report on his benefit gig, plus your emails!
According to Dag, it's a whole new world of happy sleeping and beautiful morning afters for the Stever! Papa finally has his CPAP machine and loves it! Also some Florida condo talk includes an invitation reading and dismissal.
Happy Friday subscribers! Due to the winter storm papa is recording from home today! Dag talks about his hotel stay last night downtown. Rosie Dahl and Steve are home alone this weekend. The boys talk life hacks, plus your calls!
Happy Thursday Subscribers! There's a winter storm brewing! Steve shares his Midway airport experience dropping off Janet this morning! WLS's Jennifer Keiper stops by to discuss the Chicago Auto Show!
Happy Guacamole Wednesday Subscribers! Bonefish Grill stops by! The boys go back and read through Vulture's Quincy Jones interview. Steve has a hard decision to make on the podcast business! Frijole Joe looks lovingly into Stever's eyes! How lovely!
Psychic Girl Jusstine K pays a visit to the Dahl family estate in California to perform a reading.
Happy Tuesday Subscribers! Today's podcast is foodie filled! The boys find a review video that sends Steve into an onion ring tizzy! Psychic girl Jusstine K finishes up her reading of Steve's home in California. "This is Us" has Steve and Janet excited!
Happy Monday subscribers! Everybody’s back home and in the studio! Today’s podcast is filled with CPAP machine talk, Super Bowl, and travel! Steve shares his experience flying from Los Angeles back to Chicago... oy vey does it feel good to be back!
It's a Frijole Friday in studio with Joe filling in for Dag! Today's episode is filled with food! Steve and Bobby have a plan to get the frozen burritos back to Chicago! Steve is getting Persian food and considering a goodbye tour before he leaves sunny LA!
With Steve in LA and Dag in Boston, Brendan is holding down the fort back in the studio! Did he succeed?! Today's podcast is filled with advice from doctors, a plan for Steve's family ashes, and Janet!
Todays podcast is filled with ghost talk and ashes! Steve wants to hire a psychic medium to communicate with his family at the Dahl estate. Dag's Boston gig is this weekend and the boys check out the venue and players.
Happy Tuesday Subscribers! Stever continues his adventures in LA! Today's podcast has a behind the scenes feel filled with false starts, the Dahl haunted estate, and Janet's health scare!
Happy Monday Subscribers! Steve’s adventures in LA are top of mind for the guys! From the airport to a late start and breakfast, hear all the activity as the Roger and Carol Dahl Revocable trust trustee takes care of business!
Warmer temperatures cause chaos on the roads for Steve! Here in house, Brendan and Dag try to make up for a missing Stever, which results in a failed bit! An added Rock Challenge and tech talk with Steve, makes Friday's podcast sorted, but entertaining
Happy Thursday Subscriber! Steve and the boys kick off the show with some sandwich mix-up talk and plans for next weeks podcast! It's Ask Janet! Janet weighs in on book club, the dahl family sickness, and a nice group chat on high school memories at 6 am!
Happy Guacamole Wednesday Subscribers! Today's show is filled with V8, This is Us, and a Breakfast Burrito Maker! Is Steve's life changed from this amazing maker?! Frijole Joe is a regular these days, enjoy the cast!
Happy Tuesday subscribers! Todays show is filled with music, kettle bells, and ties! Buzz wants to come in and give a kettle bell demonstration! Steve and the boys call Pat and Matt to see where they learned how to tie a tie! Does Steve know how to tie a tie?!
Happy Monday subscribers! The weekend was filled with sports, comedy and board games for the boys. Steve had an almost perfect SAG Awards score card and Brendan lost Monopoly. The Super Bowl is coming, and Zanies Comedy Club was packed! Tune in!
Its Friday! The show kicks off with Brendan extremely happy about the streaming ratings! Steve talks playing Monopoly as a kid and refreshes the Brendan and Dag of the rules! Kim & Kanye named their baby what?! The boys vote on their Emmy picks! Tune in!
Rebecca from The Albert’s Chicago joins the guys on Wet Wednesday to discuss their new “Drivers” or mocktails!
Steve kicks off todays show sharing his love for headphones to Brendan and Dag. After much deliberation does Steve decide to get a CPAP machine?! It's Ask Janet Thursday! Janet talks everything from her book club to travel advice! Tune in!
It's Guacamole Wednesday! Steve and the boys are joined by Frijole Joe! Steve started his day off with a visit to the sleep doctor! Brendan shares advice Steve gave him in 2005 with dealing with hate. Interview with comedian Richard Lewis is featured! Tune in!
Steve, Brendan, and Dag are finally back from their Mexico Trip! Steve talks getting sick during the week long work trip and not being able to find saltines! Dag and Brendan discuss their eventful trip back to the states...oy vey! Welcome back boys!
Last day in Mexico!!! Steve is joined by Adam Engel of the White Sox and also grandson Jackson! Steve, Brendan, and Dag are in beautiful Riviera Maya, Mexico for the week! As they broadcast their WLS AM 890 radio show each day, we’re bringing the show directly to you! Tune in!
Day 4 in Mexico!!! Steve, Brendan, and Dag are in beautiful Riviera Maya, Mexico for the week! As they broadcast their WLS AM 890 radio show each day, we’re bringing the show directly to you! Tune in!
Day 3 from Mexico!!! Hear how Brendan's birthday went! White Sox legend Ron Kittle joins the boys on today's show in beautiful Riviera Maya, Mexico! As they broadcast their WLS AM 890 radio show each day, we're bringing the show directly to you! Tune in!
Day 2 from Mexico!!! It's Brendan's 40th birthday today! Steve, Brendan, and Dag are in beautiful Riviera Maya, Mexico for the week! As they broadcast their WLS AM 890 radio show each day, we're bringing the show directly to you! Tune in!
Hello from Mexico!!! Steve, Brendan, and Dag are in beautiful Riviera Maya, Mexico for the week! As they broadcast their WLS AM 890 radio show each day, we're bringing the show directly to you! Tune in!
Mike McElwee - chef of Slyce Coal Fired Pizza in Wauconda stops by the Steve Dahl Show for Foodie Friday!
On todays show, Steve, Brendan, and Dag stroll down memory lane! Virginia McCaskey celebrates her 95th surprise birthday! Steve and Dag address social media hate surrounding some recent posts. Mexico is coming next week, tune in to make sure you get it!
Today's podcast is for the every man or woman! Covering guitar, placenta, and Johnny Cash. We cover it all! Plus Janet joins us to answer your questions! Tune in!
Frijole Joe joins Steve and the boys in todays show! A history lesson of the tex-mex delicacy burrito is discussed on Guacamole Wednesday! What does a burrito exactly mean? What types of burritos are there? Tune in!
Steve and the boys are back for their first podcast of 2018! Happy New Year! The gang discuss what they did over their Christmas vacation! Steve gets mauled by some bugs during his trip to Florida. Janet pesters him to include the boys more during today's show!
Steve presents his staff with a themed Christmas gift! Any guesses?! After lots of hard work, Brendan and the gang perform his play Chi Hard! Could this be the next broadway phenomenon?! Tune in!
It's Christmas time at the studio! Steve and the boys exchange gifts before they leave for the holiday break! Steve shares his experience working on a Christmas tree farm! Virginia McCaskey is on air! Who got fired wearing a Santa suit? Tune in!
Brendan FINALLY becomes an adult and purchases a vacuum recommended by Janet! The Dahl Christmas cards get sent back, Merry Christmas to the Dahls from the Dahls! Janet Dahl gives advice, tune in!
Steve and the boy's are joined by Frijole Joe! Steve breaks down his evening with Janet from seeing Wicked and eating Tacos. Archivalist Tom has PROOF that Steve has in fact attended Wicked before! How can Steve be involved in theater? Tune in!
Brendan has an insurance nightmare! Steve and Janet are going on a date to see the broadway phenomenon Wicked tonight, even though Steve say's he's already seen it. Janet and Steve discuss Christmas plans, which...well... We wish you a Merry Grinchmas!
Steve and the boys talk New Years Eve plans! Rocking in the New Year, catch Dag and the rest of Expo'76 at FitzGeralds Nightclub for a 2018 kick off gig! Steve enjoys a satisfying breakfast filled with... SURPRISE, coffee & peanut brittle!
Victor Morenz - owner, and executive chef of HB Home Bistro in Lakeview stops by to the Steve Dahl Show for Foodie Friday!
Steve discusses the results of his sleep test and shares a story about a fiber optic issue at his Florida home. The guys chat with Virginia about the Bears upcoming match up, and give the intern his a grade on his final exam.
Ask Janet is filled with holiday spirit! Brendan pulls a double dipping by going to our sponsor "Il Porcellino" with our other sponsor Foot First Podiatry Dr.Keith and Samantha Sklar for a nice dinner! Find out what the Dahl family eats for the holidays!
Steve and the boy's are joined by Frijole Joe! Brendan's in the market for a new vacuum and with the help of Janet he may have found the one! Is it a Dyson? a Shark? Never leave a hungry Steve alone at 2am if you want your peanut brittle to disappear!
Steve has been practicing his guitar, bringing a new app into play. Brendan interrupts guitar talk for something irritating, as always. A trip to Nashville comes to mind, ending in a face plant into spaghetti. A new day for the network could be coming!
Steve kicks off today's show discussing deodorants and asks the guys what their preferred scents are. Recent issues with the podcast app has given way to the idea of a new platform for the network. Should we move forward, Papa cannot live on cat food!
Co-owners of Pop's Old Town, Jill & Bill Sullivan stop by for this edition of Foodie Friday! They bring their beef, beers and good cheer to share with the Steve Dahl Show!
A wall of pics greets Steve on Donny's last day! Steve requests Brendan to alter his voice to 'FM Donny', to be less irritating. Steve calls Janet to discuss Christmas Eve plans & vouch for his roid rage. Virginia has a monologue, plus your phone calls!
Steve starts with dry mouth, reminding him of a world leader yesterday. Mercury in retrograde continues its effects, as Steve shares his struggles with Roid Rage. No Janet today, Ron Lewis stops by & Brendan's 'podcast dates' are killed off for good.
Steve joins Dag & Brendan from home, correctly guessing what Brendan is singing. They are joined by Dr. Samantha Sklar, who's disappointed Steve's not here. Dag thinks his car radio is possessed, Brendan tries to prove it. Steve dislikes Millennials.
Steve & the guys have a debate on shirt-wearing during sports. Steve calls Ron Lewis to clear up a tax question. Then Steve calls his family as witnesses to a weekend scuffle at his motorcycle club. Brendan & Dag ask the questions, both sides share blame.
Union Hospitality Group stops by the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! They're launching a new initiative TakeOut4Cancer where $1 from every meal delivery will benefit Imerman Angels, a free one-on-one cancer support community!
Steve introduces a new December open, and works on bringing back Aloha Friday. The guys chat with Virginia about last week's blowout loss. Steve calls Janet to discuss a parking problem during last nights book club. Plus Steve took a sleep test.
Steve wonders about guys who 'Whip it Out' when drinking. Steve & Dag compliment Brendan's knowledge of movies from other decades, Dag hasn't seen 'Top Gun'. Steve & Brendan test their sleep, & Janet answers your questions about Rosie, gifts & religion!
Steve & the guys reconnect after Thanksgiving weekend & share their experiences. Steve is underwhelmed by Maui Gold Pineapples, but likes a new reminder app and a Netflix miniseries. Dag admits he's never seen 'Titanic' & Steve escapes to Margaritaville!
Frijloe Joe joins the guys for a pre-Thanksgiving DahlCast! 'Satan' shares Charlie Rose's harassment moves. A dinner-themed Virginia Monologue puts the guys in a festive mood. Donny's work ethic slides downward plus Bob Odenkirk & Dahl boys b-day calls!
Steve discusses his birthday evening & a water heater battle. Brendan's duped by a headline, Steve tells Hawaiian snorkeling stories & the guys talk garbage in the oceans. Steve's tripped out by pineapple facts, plus Joe Walsh & Richard Lewis phone calls!
Brace yourselves, Steve Dahl's back and it's his birthday! Steve reconnects with Dag & Brendan, telling all about his and Janet's time in Hawaii. Then an exchange of gifts! Dag's gift sends Steve down a 'boss jock' rabbit hole with the Real Don Steele!
Fairmont Chicago stops by the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! Executive Chef Sean Curry showcases his Thanksgiving Day dishes, including Apricot & Sausage stuffing, Turkey, cranberries, potatoes & gravy and of course pumpkin pie!
Brendan shares his taco adventure from last night. Subscriber Sully joins for the debut of 'Who's That Rando?'. Donny saw 'Justice League' last night, the guys want his review in Limerick form. 'Mike & Mike' stop by to share a song & more 1985 S&G!
Mercadito's Bartenders Amanda & Brandon Carone stop by for this edition of Wet Wednesdays! Amanda illustrates the proper way to make a 'Mahatma Mama'!
Brendan shares a clip of Craig Gass & Brad Garrett impersonating Sam Kinison & Rodney Dangerfield to cheer Dag up. The guys call Bob of Bob & Ron's Record Club to answer your questions about Twitter, dog costumes & of course vinyl. Plus more Hawaii S&G!
Dag recaps his birthday dinner last night and his favorite gift. 'Jon Bon Jovi' stops by after Brendan finds some history between Jon and singer Pink. Tami Sagher joins the guys to talk showbiz & what she's working on now. Plus more 1985 Steve & Garry!
Brendan wishes Dag a Happy Birthday and gifts him with a song! Dag has discovered the magic of The Sopranos and On Demand programs. Mallory invites subscribers to be on the podcast, Dag & Brendan ponder drinking with Donny. Plus more S&G from Hawaii!
Dag & Brendan have fun with clips of Gordon Ramsay swearing at chefs. Brendan outlines an office mystery and describes the consequences of his weekend indulgences. Dag talks rock with 'Kansas' lead singer Ronnie Platt. Plus more S&G from 1985 Hawaii!
Things get fishy on this edition of Foodie Friday! Katana General Manager Jason Chan & Executive Chef Jose Melendez join the guys and bring various dishes adding up to a seafood spread!
Brendan praises Wally the Mechanic for fixing his car cheaply, and Steve for recommending him. Dag missed yelling at other drivers this morning. Brendan shares a 'fat kid move', more S&G from Hawaii, plus a WLS Rock Challenge ft. WLUP's Tim Virgin & JVO!
Dag recounts last night's gig, Brendan can't believe a fan always buys the band pizza. Dag rips Brendan for being 'too showbizzy'. The guys call podcast friend Dino Stamatopoulos, who shares a song & plays 'Ask Dino'. Plus more Steve & Garry from Hawaii!
Colin Joliat of Boozist.com joins Dag & Brendan for this edition of Wet Wednesday! Colin shakes up a couple of Vesper Martinis for the guys, inspired by Daniel Craig's drink order in 'Casino Royale'. A Vesper Martini is made with 1.5 oz of Gin (Beefeater), .5 oz vodka (Belvedere), .25 oz Lillet Blanc (or Cocchi Americano)
Frijole Joe joins the guys, disappointed without Steve to stare at. Brendan shares his workout struggles, the guys debate the legitimacy of 'dry-eyes' debilitation. A radio interview with Grateful Dead member Mickey Hart, plus more 1985 S&G from Hawaii!
A patchwork podcast: Dag & Brendan are interrupted by Sci Fi podcasters, obsessed with the movie KPAX. The guys regain control with help from a meditation email. Brendan interviews 'Escape to Margaritaville' writer Mike O'Malley plus more S&G from Hawaii!
Dag and Brendan imagine Steve's morning in Hawaii & compare theirs. Brendan's was rough thanks to his dog. Hypnotizing chickens is in Dag's family history! An email sparks dueling impersonations, plus Steve & Garry during a Hawaiian wedding in 1985!
Owner of the new Steak + Vine restaurant in La Grange, Nick Gangas stops by the Steve Dahl Show for this addition of Foodie Friday! Nick brings along his best friend Chef Michael Wilson to help break down the bourbon and delicious feast they brought with them!
Steve calls Janet to ensure everything's kosher for their Hawaii trip tomorrow! A phone call turns the conversation to butter. The guys call Virginia on a Bears' bye week. Potbelly helps them celebrate National Sandwich Day & an email about quitters!
Steve starts by working out trust issues with Donny. Then a stranger at the door prompts a stroll down memory lane. Brendan shares a Robin Lopez Insta-story. Plus Janet answers your questions about celebrity encounters, supporting the sick & sleep apnea!
Frijole Joe joins the guys for this Dia de los Muertos podcast! Steve calls Janet about their upcoming Hawaii trip to clarify plans. After falling asleep in the car again, it's time for Steve to get tested. An email puts the mile high club on the brain!
The guys are split on office costume preferences & visited by a witch of a Jennifer Keiper! Steve calls Pat Dahl to talk about men dressing up, is it okay? An email sends Steve down an ASMR rabbit hole and Satan airs some grievances. Happy Halloween!
Steve gets tech help to start and reviews HBO's 'The Deuce'. Steve looks forward to his Hawaii trip this weekend, especially the fresh fish. The guys have fun with news about a 'Happy Gilmore' actor & Brendan shares his interview with Chicago Fire stars!
Steve had a Boy Scouty start to his day helping someone with a flat tire. Brendan shares a video from last night's Bulls game & Virginia stops by for dinner! Steve plays old some ads for Queen Bee Barbecue, plus some of your emails & phone calls!
Sarah Zelman and Scott Weiner of The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group stop by the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! They bring lots of treats from West Town Bakery, as well as some beers from Roots Pizza for the guys to enjoy!
Gabriel Ayala, aka 'Agent Wander-ful', of SafeHouse Chicago stops by the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Wet Wednesday! SafeHouse is hosting its first ever Halloween bash this Saturday from 10 pm to 3 am. Gabriel shows off his Skeleton Key Cocktail for the guys. 1.25oz Bulleit Bourbon, .75oz St. Germain, .5oz Lemon Juice, Fill with Ginger Beer & 8 dashes of Bitters! Enjoy!
Steve starts by recalling past trips to Hawaii, and investigates a spam shortage there. Brendan interrupts with Adam Sandler movie facts. Steve can't remember a movie, plus Janet answers your questions on supporting sick friends, dog love & cake!
Steve and Janet saw Les Miserables last night, sending the guys down a musicals rabbit hole, leading to Margaritaville. Steve recalls a bizarre book he read years ago, Brendan talks Sex and the City shade. Plus an email on dog training & your phone calls!
Steve's morning goes awry when the dog breaks loose during a family visit. He's scolded by Janet and Matt Dahl accuses him of victim shaming. The guys have fun with an Australian story of unusual crocodile trapping & a strange plane ride contest.
Steve is greeted by some 'fake bad news' from Donny. Then Steve shares details from he and Janet's trip to New York to see Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway! Steve reviews the plane ride, hotel stay, dinner and the show with several life hacks along the way!
Mac & Cheese Fest co-Founders Melinda Joseph and Ozzie Meza stop by the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! They of course bring enough Mac & Cheese to sink a ship! The event returns Saturday, November 4th.
Steve drops some new Taylor Swift off the top and the guys talk last night's Cubs game. A clever 'Dear Evan Hansen' prank almost derailed Steve's NYC broadway plans last night. Virginia calls in excited for a Bears dynasty, and we take your calls!
A phantom traffic jam on Steve's ride home is top of mind today. Dag is a busy rocker bee, costing him sleep. Brendan shares a clip from 'Bar Rescue' and Janet joins the show answering your questions on the Vietnam War, wiener dogs, and anger management.
Steve's surprised by Frijole Joe in the Men's room. The guys have fun with a YouTube video on homemaking lemonade & Steve recalls a legendary meal with his grandparents. An email prompts talk of websites in Kuwait & Steve remembers records in the closet!
Steve recalls a golf outing with Mike Ditka & Brendan considers opening an Irish pub. Steve shares stories from his early days in broadcasting. They have fun with TV coverage of underground research & Steve shares audio of a character from yesteryear.
General Manager Fred Gore of Pete Miller's Seafood & Prime Steak's Naperville location stops by The Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! It's actually more of a 'non-foodie' Friday, as Fred brought no food! The guys have fun with him anyway.
Steve returns from a weekend of flooding & goes down a rabbit hole of canal engineering. Donny's interrogated, and Steve wonders who took his Arby's sauce. Steve answers your emails, takes some of your phone calls & a 'Gift' from Friday's radio show!
Steve's disappointed he couldn't open his pool by himself. They have fun with a suburban high school's hype video for a football game. Virginia stops by to discuss the national anthem & the Bears. Steve shares his own story about fighting football fans!
Thursdays on the DahlCast mean Ask Janet! Steve's first request of his wife is to end her ban on chunky peanut butter. Then Janet answers your questions about dog glaucoma, a baby-whispering high school teacher & Halloween protocol at the Dahl house!
Steve calls Dr. Samantha Sklar to clear up a Twitter question and is guac-blocked by Frijole Joe in the process. The guys discuss Eminem's parking lot freestyle at the BET awards & ponder Harvey Firestein's sexual harassment. Is sex addiction legit?
Steve is unhappy his Florida pool is closing for the season, and talks about his reclusive state when dog-walking. Brendan discusses losing his debit card at Soldier Field and Steve ponders dieting. Plus the return of YouTuber's Brianna and Jaelin.
Steve and Dag reflect on the history of Columbus Day. Brendan starts late due to a public health issue & looks forward to tonight's Bears game. The guys have fun with a video of a former Miami Dolphins coach snorting cocaine & Steve takes some calls!
Owner Luke Johnson of Rack House Kitchen & Tavern stops by for Foodie Friday for Smoketoberfest!
Steve and the guys recap yesterdays Monk visit before diving into some classic Jojo Kincaid talk ups. Steve battles the meat sweats from his big steak lunch this afternoon. Virginia McCaskey performs this weeks Virginia Monologue.
Steve starts by calling David Hochberg to politely refuse his invite to tonight's Blackhawks game. Then in a calming turn of events, Steve & the guys are joined by Buddhist monk Topokorn and his friend Tony, who guide them through a meditation session.
Steve is happy his work commute's getting shorter. Steve keeps working his Trump impression & Brendan wants in on the action! Frijole Joe brings tacos for everyone & reminds Steve of an old radio bit. Plus a caller tries to solve Steve's storage problem!
Steve slaps around a megaphone & workshops his Donald Trump impression. He feels nostalgic for his old Florida building & discovers a hostage situation happened there. An email brings up Arby's & hair restoration. Plus Brendan's AncestryDNA results!
Steve & the guys react to the shooting in Las Vegas. Brendan shares a weekend food find & Dag talks his latest breakfast kick. Steve bought some survival gear & the Rocktober show open debuts. Plus Ed Farmer takes on Steve in the Rock Challenge!
Executive Chef Charles Welch or Good Fortune stops by for this edition of Foodie Friday! He brings along many delicious fishy dishes and talks responsible fishing with the guys.
Steve has a workshop idea & the guys break down a layered photo bombing incident. Steve talks about getting gas downtown & the guys relive last night's Bears game. Brendan shares a Blue Line story & a phone call rekindles Steve's workout thirst!
Chicago Fire Premieres tonight at 9 pm Central Time on NBC! Yuri Sardarov, aka Otis, joins Brendan Greeley to talk about the upcoming season, Dick Wolf TV shows and Chicago Bulls basketball!
Steve remembers Hugh Hefner's legacy & thanks him for a sexual revolution. Virginia stops by to give her thoughts on tonight's Bears-Packers game & the season so far. Then Janet answers your questions about family birthdays, Chicago restaurants & moving!
Steve's mildly concerned about his left eye, but Frijole Joe reassures him. Steve talks about his sub-par restaurant experience yesterday & a quest for salt. They finish yesterday's Meatball Salad article & Steve saves a listener from nocturnal urination!
Last night' s city adventure is on top of mind for Steve today. Does anyone remember Tiger's Milk? Dag is back on the Bull today, the guys have fun with equipment failures and finally Brendan gets Steve to do the story of the Meatball Salad!
Steve & the guys start the week on a great note, happy for three more years at WLS! Jennifer Keiper stops by to say congrats, Steve feels bad about a tuna mishap. Steve recalls a strange dream and shares his restaurant rendezvous with a former roommate!
Co-owners of Boar's Head Cafe Jack Bozonelos and JP Bertakis stop by the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! They bring by a smorgasbord of sandwiches, chips and snacks for the guys to sample, which they do with relish!
Steve recaps Janet's birthday evening and shares his Hamilton experience. The guys debate how much hair people eat in a year, and Steve looks into a new diet. 'Virginia' looks forward to this weekend's Bears game and Steve shares a TV anchor meltdown!
Steve starts off in a non-homophobic fashion, and the guys narrowly avoid a hip hop debate. On a special birthday edition of Ask Janet, Janet answers your questions about birthday cake, health concerns and traveling stag! And how much is too much butter?
Steve remembers a strange Spanish TV game show, which Frijole Joe helps him translate. A 'Mad Pooper' in Colorado reminds Brendan of a bizarre poop story from Steve's past. Steve shares some family memories & Dag has a grammar issue of his own!
Margot and Benjamin of Luke's Lobster stop by the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! Benjamin shows off his crab, shrimp and of course lobster rolls!
Brendan comes out of the box swinging today, and tries to appeal to Steve's inner nerd with a story from the radio engineer's office. The CTA Blue Line offers perspective from down under, Steve & Dag recall former Playboy models. Plus dogs and drones!
Steve shares a show tune with the guys, after his whistling piqued Dag's curiosity. Then he ponders the contents of the work fridge & Dag tells of a new coffee trend. Brendan shares stories from the Green Tie Ball and Steve worries about his garage sale.
Steve's confused by girls calling each other 'dude'. Thursdays mean Ask Janet, today Janet answers your questions about fashion, the upcoming trip to NYC & a message which makes Steve question his charitableness. Steve sets new rules for Dear Evan Hansen.
Steve starts by setting the record straight on last weekend's family barbecue. Hopefully the third time's the charm for Steve as he announces to the guys he's heading back to New York City! Plus phone calls & Steve reacts to Eric & Kathy splitting up.
Steve & Just Dag start the podcast, Brendan arrives late due to construction. Steve shares his journey from the dentist to NBC & tries to organize dinner with the Sklars. The guys finish the article trashing Chicago & discover the author's podcast.
Steve considers a new career path post-retirement. Steve recommends a movie he saw over the weekend & expresses his love for a comedic actor. The guys react to a 'farewell letter' written to Chicago. Steve and Marianne Murciano relive their 9/11 show.
Porkchop BBQ stops by the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! Restaurateur Jovanis Bouargoub brings along ribs, pork and chicken sliders and heaps of mac n' cheese!
Brendan mourns a one-eyed dog which reminds Steve of a new dog show he likes. Steve revisits some of his characters & looks forward to dinner with an old roommate. Steve takes some phone calls, Dag shares a Donnie story & can Ecosex save the earth?
Steve & Dag react to Brendan's refusal of a turkey sandwich. Steve ponders pausing the radio station on his last day & a potentially offensive impression is discovered. Steve calls Janet to answer your questions about Broadway, High School & old flings!
Frijole Joe joins for guacamole Wednesday and talks to the guys about his career as a stunt double. Steve talks about a Netflix movie he stumbled upon & finds out a fetish of his is trending! Steve ponders eating during work meetings.
Steve & the guys bask in each other's presence after a week apart! Steve talks about his trip to Florida, moving his stuff coast to coast and hurricane shutters. Dag and Brendan share stories of their weekends, and an email sends Steve down memory lane!
Mariano's Director of Strategic Brand Development Amanda Puck stops by the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! She brings by some delicious barbecue, unique sauces & more!
David Manseau, General Manager of Portillo's at Canal & Taylor, stopped by the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! He brought plenty of delicious beef dipped in au jus, cheeseburgers and a whole lemon cake! Hear the Steve Dahl Show every weekday from 3-7 pm on WLS AM 890!
John 'Candy King' Manchester of Windy City Sweets stopped by the Steve Dahl Show for a super sweet edition of Foodie Friday. Plus he lugged 26 pounds of candy with him! Hear the Steve Dahl Show every week day from 3-7 pm on WLS AM 890!
Mighty Vine CEO Gary Lazarski stops by the Steve Dahl Show for this Foodie Friday to show off his mouthwatering, locally grown tomatoes! Hear the Steve Dahl Show every weekday from 3-7 pm on WLS AM 890!
Taylor Hammond, Owner of The Stop Along, joins the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! Taylor shows off his burgers, fries, garlic knots and loads of pizzas! Hear the Steve Dahl show every week day from 3-7 pm on WLS AM 890!
Mark Sparacino, Executive Chef and Co-Owner of Prosecco stops by the Steve Dahl Show for this week's Foodie Friday! Chef Sparacino brought an assortment of delicious Italian food! Catch the Steve Dahl Show every weekday from 3-7 pm on WLS AM 890!
Michael Jordan's Restaurant in Oak Brook stopped by the Steve Dahl Show for this edition of Foodie Friday! They showed off their savory steaks and this unbelievable chocolate cake. Hear the Steve Dahl Show every weekday from 3-7 pm on WLS AM 890!
Chef Nick Sweeney of Catch 35 joins the Steve Dahl Show on this Foodie Friday. Tune in to WLS AM 890 weekdays from 3-7 pm!
Steve, Dag and Brendan sat down at a Tilted Kilt in Quincy after yesterday's solar eclipse. The guys recap their experience, relive some choice moments and plan the rest of their evening. Plus a Brendan man-on-the-street and an eclipse song from Dag!
Steve and the guys are joined by Frijole Joe for a Guacamole Wednesday! An email brings burritos to mind spawning a debate about where the best ones can be found. Steve plays Donnie's 'Raw Reports' from Carbondale, during Monday's Solar Eclipse!
Steve is looking sharp after a new haircut, which tickles Dag's fancy. Thursday means Ask Janet, Steve & Janet announce they're going back to New York this weekend to see Dear Evan Hanson! Steve shares a cast member's song & Janet answers your questions!
Still plagued by the Broadway curse, Steve's disappointed by Ben Platt once again. He shares the devastating moment of discovery from yesterday's radio show & another podcast host falsely claims Steve was his intern! Plus Dag interviews a local author!
We are going back to 1986 for a week with Rocker Joe Walsh! In this July 24, 1986 episode: J.D. Souther has traffic, Jim Belushi promotes About Last Night, Bob Stroud's in for a Rock & Roll Roots segment. Joe calls Ringo Starr & says he's a regular guy.
We are going back to 1986 for a week with Rocker Joe Walsh! In this July 23, 1986 episode: Joe talks about Itchycoo Park, tells his Whitehall hotel story, & calls Stephen Stills. J.D. Souther has traffic and Dan Fogelberg & Rob Jungklas are on the phone!
We are going back to 1986 for a week with Rocker Joe Walsh! In this July 21, 1986 episode: Joe imagines being president, a secret word is given, Joe gets a Budweiser guitar, drummer Joe Vitale calls in & J.D. Souther with the celebrity traffic report.
We are going back to 1986 for a week with Rocker Joe Walsh! In this July 21, 1986 episode: Johnny B calls in, we hear from Barely White and Banjo Bob, JD Souther has the LA traffic report, Joe compares cd's and records and shares a Don Henley story!
Steve & the guys help wake each other up and kick off a new week together! Steve tells a heroic story of fatherdom and looks forward to swapping Florida coasts. Dag shares his homemade salsa win & recaps his Lady Gaga experience. Plus your phone calls!
Steve & the guys react to the flooding in Houston, prompting Steve to recall a water-treading battle he won. Dag's loving Buzz's kettlebell training & the guys ponder Angie's List. Steve shares a remarkable story of Jimmy Scott, an arsonist from Quincy!