What has happened with this station, while I do like Bob Sirott and John Williams, what is what with all the promos for Lisa Dent, or why does she has to say her name? And even she is tied with David Hochberg to be the 2 most annoying personalities on the station for local hosts. And even you start hearing his commercials where he asks David Jennings who his guests going to be. I hope the local personalities are enjoying show time while they can, as less than a month, Dave Eanet will be retuning with another season of Northwestern Football, then basketball once their season gets going, then Chicago Bears will return for another season, which meats the return of Hamp and O'B doing their pre and post game shows, and once Chicago Blackhawks start their season, plus they will be picking up Chicago White Sox's games when they come in conflict with the Chicago Bears games. And then picking up The Verdict with Ted Cruz, is WLS AM or The Answer too busy to be the Chicago radio affiliate for the show on Sunday nights to air it? Ted Cruz has to be spreading Republican lies, and making Donald Trump sound like the greatest thing since sliced bread. read more

The daytime hosts are entertaining but the late night hosts are syndicated extremists. Really hard to listen to their spewing, especially wgn's Sunday night shows. All filled with disappointment and hatred filled hosts and callers. Lots of complaining but no solutions. I recommend only listening to wgn from 6am to 9pm. If you listen overnight, get ready to hear angry and bitter extremist conspiracy believers shouting in their own echo chambers. read more

Nexstar Media completely ruined this radio station. WGN was a Chicago station, with a diverse array of Chicagoans as hosts, covering Chicago. It's all over now. Does anyone know if Bill and Wendy have a podcast or if they are in the process of making a podcast? Bill and Wendy, if you are not in the process of making a podcast, please contact me. It's a simple process; you record yourself everyday, you sell add space, you tap into your WGN fan base, make a Facebook page, hire a social media manager, etc. Please, I'm begging you, make a podcast! read more

is there a better example of how far this station has sadly deteriorated than this morning. Today is the first morning of year two of the Kennedy construction project. They sent a car to " report", adding one needless car to the congestion with an inane reporter with nothing to say. This leads into a regular segment of an entertainment " reporter" who basically shills and panders. read more

Ji needs to listen to a podcast of the Steve Cochran show. She tries too hard to be clever and witty, but she is not. Her laugh and her hackneyed expressions are so annoying, I have to turn it off. I used to be a fan of the Morning Show. Not since she was hired. read more

Four stars from me, as of July 2022. Not too bad, overall. Better than it was a few years back, when the afternoon drive was non-entertaining. The folks on board now are actually good hosts and personalities, if you give them a chance. It's a station leaning right, politically, so you may not agree with much of what is said - especially if you are a liberal or Democrat. But you can't argue that Bob Sirott and John "Records" Landecker are legends, "Outside the Loop" is truly one of the most interesting shows currently on the air, and shows like Rollye James and Jim Bohannon at least try to discuss a wide range of issues and topics from all sides of the coin. read more

I used to listen all day. NEXTAR has ruined this. Nick took me tp bed Steve woke me up. Roe kept me thinking. It is mostly boring garbage now. So sad. Another Chicago institution ruined from acquisition read more

I enjoyed walking by WGN Radio when we were in Chicago recently. They are located at the Tribune Tower near Pioneer Court. Through the window, it was cool to see them broadcasting inside. Also nice that the show was broadcast to the outside of the building for all to hear. Nice photo opp for tourists like me. read more

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Worst radio in Chicago. Steve Cochran and his self deprecatting, rim shot "that's what she said" style, of humor is tired. Plus, he has become to one sided with his political attacks and shows his true colors. Then you have Bob Sirott filling in?? Good lord..ZZZZzzzzzz..I'd take someone walking down the street over those two. You have lost your objectivity, so you have lost me. WGN is no longer on any of my presets. read more

In the past I have listened to or had the radio on about 18-20 hours a day, not anymore. This past week I've made a change to my line up too. I now turn it on at 9a and off at 12 noon; I love John Williams. I might listen a little to Nick but mostly I sleep to it. When they fired Bill and Wendy they fired me! Cutting Dean on Sunday is a really bad idea. I love the Business Lunch with Steve Bertrand and now that's gone too, I won't listen to the replacement, it makes no sense for her to do that show. Steve's clever banter with King John was the best and now they've lost an hour together. Cochran is an overrated know it all blowhard (although I love that he has to be in at 5am). No one wants 2 hours of Anna. Sorry. Where is Brian Noonan? He was entertaining, but then why do that? Lastly if I wanted 2+ hours of Old Blue Eyes I'd ask Alexa to play it, I will never, ever do that nor listen to David Plier's show. Bringing the old jingles back is a sad, sad idea, what would make you think that would work? Who needs to be reminded of 20 years ago? Yes I feel better now that I said what I think but I need to go look for another radio station to entertain myself with. Goodbye WGN. read more

I'm disappointed that the radio station has decided to not have the classic radio shows on Saturday night. I loved listening to those old programs. What's up with that WGN?!! I was told it got moved to another radio station WINB? The stuff they have now late on Saturday evening into Sunday is awful. Might have to find another station to listen to. Bye WGN is was good while it lasted. read more

Gotta say, I have an AM radio fetish and 720AM is my ball gag and gimp mask. Spike O'Dell and John Williams are my respective masters, AM and PM. The conversation is lively and even though I think there are too many commercials, I still tolerate them because what happens in between is fascinating, entertaining and informative. Plus Cubs games - does it get any better? read more

I had often heard vulgar words and phrases being said in certain recordings of what I had believed to had been recordings of certain radio programs* broadcast by this station and had often wished they had not been said (I had always found vulgar language to had been rude and unnecessary and had believed the programs could had been better without it, especially when they had discussions of subjects that were of great interest to me). (*"The Nick Digilio Show", "The Steve Cochran Show", "The Bill and Wendy Show", "The John Williams Show", "The Roe Con Show", "The Patti Vasquez Show", "Dean Richards' Sunday Morning", "The Matt Bubala Show", "Saturday Night Special with Amy Guth", "The Dave Plier Show", "The Pete McMurray Show", "The Brian Noonan Show", "The Download with Justin Kaufmann", and "The Kathy and Judy Show"). read more

This may bring on some hate mail, but I'm just calling this one as I see it: I'm not a Cubs fan and I'm under 65 years old. I've never been to Door County... so WGN really has nothing to offer to me. I've tried it on multiple occasions when driving all over suburbia for work, and have never once been drawn in by any of their discussions. The Cubs broadcasts are really grating- I have nothing but respect for Ron Santo and his accomplishments as a player and for overcoming his disability, but he's really hard to listen to. On the contrary, I really do think Pat Hughes does a great job. read more

I am not exactly sure how 'gn can receive five stars. Brainwashed cubs fans? I like Spike O'Dell and really like Steve Cochran, but the rest of the station reminds me of the Navy Pier of Radio Stations, very touristy. Its like listening to cotton candy. They plug their own programming and teams as if they are the only quality for thousands of miles around. Williams is kind of awe shucks and pompous at the same time. Their sports seem to be right out of the broadcast manual. They have good sportscasters, but the direction they go in seems to pander too much to a general audience. They really need to get rid of Ron Santo. He never has any idea what is going on and is basically a cheerleader and not a broadcaster. Their coverage of NU sports is very good. I love Dave Eanet's enthusiasm while still being very knowledgeable about the game.Ted Albrecht is very concise and informative on FB and Sean Morris is able to bring a great wit and still teach you something for hoops. I wish 'Gn would be a bit more edgy and not so down home. read more

Probably the least favorite pre-programmed station on my car's AM dial. Save for Cubs games, there is really nothing for me here. I think Pat W summed it up well, I'm neither over 65 nor from Door County and as such, the station, the programs and its personalities bore me to tears. I also agree w. Pat W about Ron Santo. Great player and probably an even better individual person to be honest, but his commentary and analysis of Cub's games is severely lacking and borderline inexcusable, especially the last few seasons. FFS, the man is getting to be absolutely batty in the booth (no pun intended;) and driving me much the same when listening to his perpetual on-air antics and near heart attacks with every Cubs near hit or missed play. Those who listen to Cubs radio know what i'm talking about and although at times it can be funny, it just gets to be a bit much when it happens as incessantly as it does. I think he needs to hang up his radio cleats (and mic) and call it a day...give some new, fresh and revitalized folks a shot. Stoney would be too much to ask for, esp now he's joined Farmer on the S Side....hell i'll listen to Sox games over Cubs sometimes just to get superior game analysis. read more

Today was a very refreshing show the Hosts that sat in for the Bill and Wendy's show were great had interesting quests very informative with information regarding this Pride Celebration Week-end just overall Fantastic, Please,Please have them host again its good to get some new voices on WGN !!! read more

I use to love WGN radio...Bill and Wendy were fun and I really enjoyed their show..but then you took them off and put on Bob Sirott and John Williams???? Really??? They are so boring!!! Bob Sirott sounds like he is reading a script and says "and uh" a little too much for me, and John Williams talks in a monotone voice and they both have no personality!!! I miss Bill and Wendy who made my morning fun...heck, I still miss Kathy and Judy!! What are you doing WGN? I can not listen anymore! Yawn, Yawn! read more

This used to be our favorite radio station. We were exasperated when they removed Cathy and Judy and brought John Williams back to replace them. We enjoy Steve Cochran, but, now, he leaves the air at 9, again, with John Williams coming on at 9, and taking over Bill and Wendy's spot from 10 to noon. Bill and Wendy were a joy to listen to and their removal is the last straw for my husband and me. We like Ji, but, Steve did an irreplaceable job on the midday business news. Farewell WGN. read more

Okay, so "The G" has changed it's face again, I think this is the 3rd time in 4 years. I love the station, because I'm a talk radio junkie, but felt the need to update my review. First... THANK YOU WGN for bringing back Steve Cochrane! I was beyond dismayed when you let him go and so overjoyed that you brought him back... 2nd... as happy as I am, I was SO enjoying Jonathon Brandmeier in the mornings... I'd missed him from my teen years and having him on WGN was pretty awesome, wish I could have had him and Steve, but I'll take what I can get. 3rd... Thank you for not messing with perfection and leaving Garry Meier were he was! He's great on the afternoon drive and I don't know what I would have done if you moved him. Still loving "The G" and looking forward to many more years of listening to the great voices that they have offered the listeners! read more

As I write this, it's opening pre-season play for my beloved Cubbies. I am so excited I can hardly stand it! If Ron and Pat (both of whom are perfect) were on the air all the time, every day, I would be as happy as a clam. I don't really listen to anything other than the Cubs' broadcasts, but those alone - it's radio perfection. Pat Hughes great play-by-play interspersed with humorous comments, as well as Ron's color commentary - it doesn't get any better than that. read more

Have started listening to WGN in the morning again after about a two year break. Previous morning too serious, opinionated. Like Bob Sirott and the lighter banter. read more

Another great radio station to tune into. I think its biggest strength is its sport's game broadcasting. Its great, informative, and very lively as well! read more

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Not a fan of the new schedule, some host are so boring. It seems very impersonal with the weather and news. It Truly enjoyed the team approach. read more

Most of the hosts on wgn radio are good. The only guy that isn't is Nick Digilio. Terrible show. There's no substance so all he talks about are movies or TV shows all the time. By the way, if you ever saw this guy on Fox News a few years ago talking to Lou Canellis you could see how nerdy and sloppy he looks. Long messy hair and a greasy looking beard. What a slob. Perfect face for radio, tho. read more

bob sirott?? and Bill and Wendy gone. They were funny! sirott just talks about pointless stuff.You lost me, WGN. I'll go back to my podcasts. it's really a shame! read more

This is a station that has already thrown in the towel. It deterioration from a legacy station to a local station more suited for The Villages in Orlando is both deeply disturbing and deeply disappointing. Some of the programming boggles the mind, such as six hours on the Indy 500 (on the radio?) and the Sinatra Hour on Sunday mornings (have you heard of Spotify?) and endless mock interviews and weekly visits with individuals representing companies with commercial interests tied to the stations advertising, it's like the Home Shopping Network, a bare-faced case of lipstick on the pig. With so many other options for information and entertainment, from Podcasts to Sirius XM and more, offering a range of challenging views and stimulating subject matter, why aren't the owners of WGN adapting to the 21st century and trying to capture listeners beside the narrow geriatric demographic. The canned and syndicated, the replays and the banal 'stocking stuffers,' and the ceaseless broadcasting on home repairs and financial security leads to a grinding boredom. And really, the late hour conservative host, and his call-ins, traffic in such vile misinformation and vicious hate mongering, it's bordering on shocking a radio station of WGN's stature and at-least-on-the-surface political neutrality tolerates such claptrap. read more

To me, WGN radio is as good as it gets in the talk radio industry. Back in 2009, programming management began booting and shuffling hosts around to try and create a new image. While Mike McConnell isn't that great, Garry Meier is a wonderful afternoon host and a longtime Chicago personality. Jonathon Brandmeier and Bill Leff are Chicago radio legends in their own right. And who couldn't love Milt Rosenberg, the professor emeritus who hosts late nights on the station. The Cubs, Blackhawks, and Northwestern Wildcats also broadcast their games on WGN. There are still a few problems that WGN may need to fix. Mike McConnell has no Chicago background (700 WLW/Cincinnati), and has a political view that needs to go. WGN Sports Night can get a bit dicey when David Kaplan is off, and it turns into another talk show. Brian Noonan, Lou Manfredini, Dean Richards, Nick Digilio, Sunday Night Radio Special, and Sports Central are all excellent programs to listen to. I would highly recommend 720 WGN to anyone! read more

What is wrong with the new owners of WGN??? Did they put any thought at all into the cast changes? I used to enjoy listening to the Steve Cochran show every morning because it was entertaining and the team had good chemistry. They talked easily to each other and although it wasn't all gold, it was fun to listen to. I have nothing against Bob Sirott, but it sounds like he is just reading to his audience and his personal comments fall flat. The show has become boring and I will find a different station. I also cannot believe that Bill and Wendy are gone! They were so great together! They were funny, entertaining and kept me laughing. Nexstar, you really messed up. read more

Holy shit soooo many commercials!!! Basically 50% of the show is ad revenue! I know radio is dying but wgn is putting nails in their coffin! Sorry wgn I loved you and all you did is stick it in my ass:( bye! read more

Until last year, I was a regular listener to WGN. I go wayyyyy back to listening to Wally Phillips and Franklin McCormick. I am very disappointed in the changes WGN made. Some of the hosts such as Steve Cochran and Patty Vasquez are too one-sided and political. When they're on, I change to another station. I want to listen to fair discussions if politics are involved. The only programs I now listen to are the old-time radio programs and Nick Digilio. I like shows that don't involve politics. If I want to listen to that topic, there are many other radio and TV stations that concentrate on that. I also like Dean Richards on Sunday mornings. read more

Can't stand Steve Cochran and his show in the morning - I now listen to sports radio on my morning commute. Steve is WAY to political - he should really go get a job working for President Obama or the democratic national campaign - way to ANTI conservative for me...I just don't listen to WGN anymore read more

I grew up listening to WGN and remember Wally Phillips and listening for the name of our school on a snow day. When I came back to Chicago after college, I started listening again and have followed WGN through the years . I always thought of WGN as Chicago's radio station. Whenever you wanted to find out what was really going on around town and in the neighborhoods, you'd find it on WGN. For the most part, I think that they are still true to that mission and hope they never give up on that part. I understand the need to change personalities to the demographic although I think changing Steve and Johnnie was a mistake.The new guy is good but Steve and Johnnie had a real 3rd shift program and alot of good features. I loved their new music Mondays. Garry Meyer is the best addition. He has a great show and I can never seem to turn him off. there's always something more interesting or funny coming up. Johnny B has to step up his game. For the first two weeks, I could barely hear him because it sounded like he had a microphone from Kmart. I genuinely like Brandmeier but he has to get in his groove. Stop repeating so much and sound a little bit more like a grown-up than a whiny kid. We've all grown up a little bit since the 80's. Garry Meyer has that part mastered. He's funny and irreverent but doesn't come off sounding like an idiot. John Williams is really good but I don't get to listen to him or MikeMcConnell that often . The best thing about WGN radio is their news, weather and sports. Steve Bertrand is my favorite. He's insightful and funny. Whenever something is going on in Chicago, I always, turn on WGN radio news first. I would recommend listening to WGN to any newcomer to Chicago if you want a true taste of what's going on here and what the real people of the city are talking about. read more

Cathy and Judy show 9am- Noon. AM 720. Best talk radio at this time slot. I like NPR a lot, but it can sometimes be dry and boring. When it is, I switch over to these girls. It's often women's issues but Lot's of men listen and call in. I find them addictive. Ladies, please check it out. You will love them. Beats the hell out of midday pop radio with it's often mindless, jocks. read more

The morning program with Jonathon B. is poor radio. He continually repeats himself and never gives his guests time to express themselves. Thanks for getting rid of Greg Jarret as all he did was argue with his guests. Bring back Bill Lef---he listens to what his guests have to say and can carry on an adult conversation. Also you should strongly consider bringing back Steve Cochran. He was definitely one of your best. Enjoy listening to John Williams and believe Garry Meier is your best asset---great radio talk host. read more

Rick Kogan Rick Kogan Rick Kogan. I love this guy. Smart and funny. A true Chicago legend. He has a gift for painting a picture with words. Besides a voice that serenades. He always puts his guests first. He's old school in one way yet edgy in a respectful way. You can tell he makes the most of life and try's to make every minute count. I wish Sunday mornings would turn into 5 nights a week read more

I've listened to WGN for over 30 years - primarily the morning program. I was disappointed in the recent change to the "Opening Bell" from 5am to 6am, as that's when I'm getting ready in the morning and therefore listen to the radio. I don't like this financial discussion format - and will probably look for something else to listen to from 5am to 6am. read more