The Dean Richards Entertainment Podcast

Dean shares his interviews with Star Wars’ film director, J.J. Abrams, and cast members, John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, Anthony Daniels, and Oscar Isaac, from the Star Wars: Episode IX panel at Star Wars Celebration in Chicago.

Dean starts things off with local Chicagoan comic book writer, Michael Moreci, to discuss his new book, We Are Mayhem: A Black Star Renegades Novel. Drawing inspiration from the space operatics of Star Wars and the swagger of Guardians of the Galaxy, the novel is a galaxy-hopping adventure that blasts its way from seedy spacer bars to sacred temples guarded by strange creatures.

Ken Raskin, owner of one of Chicago’s most iconic restaurants, Manny’s Deli, joins Dean in-studio, to discuss the holiday of Passover and the significance of the food available at his popular (and tasty) establishment.

Dean starts things off with local Chicagoan comic book writer, Michael Moreci, to discuss his new book, We Are Mayhem: A Black Star Renegades Novel. Drawing inspiration from the space operatics of Star Wars and the swagger of Guardians of the Galaxy, the novel is a galaxy-hopping adventure that blasts its way from seedy spacer bars to sacred temples guarded by strange creatures. Then, Dean shares his interviews with Star Wars’ film director, J.J. Abrams, and cast members, John Boyega, […]

Phil Vettel, the Chicago Tribune’s Restaurant Critic, tells Dean all about the latest and greatest places for Easter Brunch.

Dean checks in with listeners, to hear their favorite movies that are always a pleasure to watch.

Time For Three, performs two songs in-studio, that are sure to entice any music lover. With Nick Kendall and Charles Yang on Violin and Ranaan Meyer on the Double Bass; they are truly a unique performance.

Join Dean today for a jam-packed exciting show! First, Time For Three, performs two songs in-studio, that are sure to entice any music lover. With Nick Kendall and Charles Yang on Violin and Ranaan Meyer on the Double Bass; they are truly a unique performance. Then, Dean checks in with listeners, to hear your favorite movies that you can watch at anytime. Finally, Phil Vettel, the Chicago Tribune’s Restaurant Critic, tells Dean all about the latest and greatest places for […]

For this weeks Food Time Segment, Dean looks into the new offerings at our city’s cherished ballparks. He checks in with Jennifer Kribs, Concessions Manager for the Chicago White Sox, to hear all about the new and exciting foods at Guaranteed Rate Field.

For this weeks Food Time Segment, Dean looks into the new offerings at our city’s cherished ballparks. He checks in with Chef David Burns, Executive Chef for Wrigley Field, to hear all about the mouthwatering options this season.

Dean interviews Colin Farrell on the Disney’s Dumbo – they talk about St. Patrick’s Day and the new remake directed by Tim Burton.

Dean interviews Danny Devito on the new Disney remake of Dumbo, directed by Tim Burton.

Heidi Stillman speaks with Dean about her role as Artistic Director at the Looking Glass Theatre and their upcoming performances this season. Check their website for ticketing and more information, especially for their new shows, Lookingglass Alice and Frankenstein .

Join Dean as opens things up with the postponing of the Rolling Stone’s concert, due to Mick Jagger’s sudden health issue. We chat with huge Stone’s fan, Jim Pietrygga, who has seen the Rolling Stones perform 88 times. Then, Heidi Stillman, discusses her role as Artistic Director at the Looking Glass Theatre and their upcoming season performances. Then, Dean shares his interviews with Danny Devito and Colin Farrell, discussing their new upcoming film remake, Dumbo. For this weeks Food Time...

This week on Dean Richards’ Sunday Morning: Dean shares his A-List Interviews with New Kid on the Block Donnie Wahlberg, SNL cast member Aidy Bryant and the writer/director and star of the spectacular new horror film “Us”, Jordan Peele and Lupita Nyongo. The stars of “Little Shop of Horrors” at the Mercury Theatre drop by to perform two of the songs from the classic musical. Plus, Dirk Fucik of Dirk’s Fish joins Dean by phone for an all seafood edition […]

Join Dean today for a special “St. Patrick’s Day Show”, where he first checks in with the Arranmore Irish Folk Band, who perform some classics, such as: Danny Boy and Windy City Irish. Then, we get a visit from Welz Kauffman, CEO & President of the Ravinia Festival, to give us a breakdown of the institution’s 2019 music season. J.R. Sullivan, the new Artistic Director of the Irish Theatre of Chicago, stops into the studio to share the latest productions, […]

The popular band, Arranmore, joins Dean in-studio, to perform a few of their most popular songs: County Down, Danny Boy, and Windy City Irish. Arranmore, best described as an Irish pub band, has evolved into what is better described as an Americana/Folk/Celtic music-influenced act. They perform a few of their hits and talk with Dean about their upcoming performance.

J.R. Sullivan, Interim Artistic Director of the Irish Theatre Of Chicago (formerly Seanachai Theatre Company), joins Dean in-studio to discuss the upcoming year, as the Theatre enters its 23rd season. To learn more about the Theatre’s offerings, check out their website for more information and tickets.

Louisa joins Dean to discuss her new article on the best corned beef in Chicago. In her review, she ranks 17 of the best corned beef sandwiches in Chicago – you don’t want to miss this!

Dean chats with Andy Mitran on his friendship with Marshall Brodien and the impact he had on The Bozo Show.