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The After Hours with Chicago Tribune columnist Rick Kogan Podcast from 720 WGN
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Signup to Generate a PitchRecent episodes include "Kerry Kennedy on the life and legacy of her mother, Ethel" (26 October 2026), "Artwork, court documents, murder weapons, and more at Chicago’s serial killer exhibition" (26 October 2026), and "A backstage look at Chicago’s Organic Theater Company" (26 October 2026).
After Hours with Rick Kogan publishes roughly daily across 100 episodes.
Booking probability for After Hours with Rick Kogan is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. After Hours with Rick Kogan requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. After Hours with Rick Kogan's contact route on record: verified email.
After Hours with Rick Kogan is an arts podcast with 100 episodes published.
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After Hours with Rick Kogan
Kerry Kennedy joins Rick Kogan to discuss her new book about her mother, ‘Ethel Kennedy: The Extraordinary Life and Bold Legacy’. Kerry talks about the book’s rapid success, how her mother’s life story...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Filmmaker John Borowski joins Rick Kogan to discuss his role in the ‘Serial Killer: The Original Exhibition’, which takes place in Chicago, and his love for making horror films. John explains why we are fascinated by...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Mike Saad, Cordis Heard, and Mary Griswold join Rick Kogan to talk about their book, ‘Scream! Bleed! Take Off Your Clothes!: Stuart Gordon and Chicago’s Organic Theater Company’. The group discusses...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Rick Kogan to highlight her book, ‘Killing Time with John Wayne Gacy: Defending America’s Most Evil Serial Killer on Death Row’. Karen will have a book...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Photographer Barbara Karant joins Rick Kogan to discuss her new book, ‘820 EBONY/JET: Visions of the Johnson Publishing Company, an American Icon’. Barbara talks about her mother’s influence on her...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Rick Kogan previews Pamela Des Barres’ upcoming return to Chicago. She will appear at Martyrs’ for ‘An Intimate Evening with Pamela Des Barres’ on October 25th at 7:30 p.m. Listen below to hear...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Novelist Rebecca Chamian Ribaudo joins Rick Kogan to highlight her first novel, ‘Crossing Division Street’. Rebecca and Rick detail the book’s key themes and settings, the history and nature of...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Former Chicago Tribune photographer Chuck Cherney and his wife, Danita Cherney, join Rick Kogan to discuss the book, ‘Puzzled Pup’, written by their late son. Danita talks about the story behind the book...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Journalist and media personality Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to discuss the state of parties, events, and news across Chicago. Candace talks about whether Maria Pappas will run for mayor, the honorary...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Longtime marathon runners Skinny Sheahan, George Scully, Tommy McShane, and Rick Barrett (not included in interview) join Rick Kogan to preview the Chicago Marathon this Sunday, October 11th. The runners discuss their...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Writer Mark Guarino joins Rick Kogan to highlight the many celebrations and events honoring John Prine, running from October 7th-11th. Mark and Rick also preview their upcoming conversation on October 9th at the Chicago...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Howard Reich, Emmy Award-winning journalist and author, joins Rick Kogan to discuss his new book, ‘The Majesty of Chicago Jazz: Twenty-Five Visionaries Who Define the City’s Sound’. Howard explains how jazz would...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Rick Kogan chats with Max Fitzpatrick, son of the late great Tony Fitzpatick, about the short film ‘Driven’, which he co-directed and co-wrote with his sister Gabrielle. Max remembers the life of his father, talks about...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Father John Cusick joins Rick Kogan to discuss life as a retired priest and the upcoming season of the First Friday Club of Chicago at the Union League Club of Chicago. Fr. Cusick and Rick detail the guests for this...
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Actor and former Second City stalwart Jim Carlson joins Rick Kogan to discuss his move to Hollywood and his new movie, ‘Drive Through Fire’, which he wrote, directed, and starred in.
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Teacher and writer Mark Eleveld joins Rick Kogan to discuss his new book, ‘Maria the Pappas’. Mark talks about what it was like working with Maria on the memoir, the large number of photos included in the...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Author and historian Adam Selzer joins Rick Kogan to talk about his new book, ‘Graceland Cemetery Vol. 2: More Chicago Stories, Symbols, and Secrets’, which explores the people, mysteries, and forgotten...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Journalist and media personality Candace Jordan joins Rick Kogan to discuss the state of parties in Chicago as well as other trending news across the city. Candace also talks about the silver lining of NASCAR leaving...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Mike Houlihan and his son Paddy Houlihan join Rick Kogan to discuss the 12th annual ‘Irish American Movie Hooley’ film festival taking place September 25th-27th at The Wilmette Theatre. Mike and Paddy detail...
After Hours with Rick Kogan
Rick Kogan remembers the life and legacy of author and columnist Roger Simon. Rick shares some of Roger’s writings with the listeners, including his ‘Simon Says’ column.
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