Bruce Sudano has been writing hits since the 1960s. He wrote “Ball of Fire” for Tommy James, “Bad Girls” for his late wife Donna Summer, and dozens of other songs you know. Fun conversation with an important American songwriter. [Ep173]

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Nobody does Trump better. JL Cauvin shows off his chops in this interview with Rick and Dave, including several improvised Trump bits. [Ep172]

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“Mike & Molly” and “Bob Hearts Abishola” star Billy Gardell chats with Rick and Dave about his career, including his brand new movie The Vortex. [Ep171]

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Litt becomes the first five-time guest of the show. Every year he picks the Oscar winners for Rick and Dave. (The 4 acting categories and Best Picture) [Ep170]

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Carl and Larry Rosenbaum ran Chicago’s most famous record chain back in the day, Flip Side Records. They have a new book out (The Flip Side) and Larry discusses the book and the many rock and roll memories it evokes. [Ep169]

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The former Chicago cop and Jerry Springer bouncer is now hosting his 18th season of the Steve Wilkos show. He talks about his Chicago roots in this interview. [Ep168]

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Good ol’ #27. One of the greatest players in Blackhawks history and a 2024 inductee into the Hockey Hall of Fame, Jeremy Roenick chats with Rick and Dave. [Ep167]

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John Posey has a long-list of acting credits to his name (including Seinfeld, 24, From the Earth to the Moon, Perry Mason), and he’s also a writer of several screenplays and a one-man play, but people always want to talk to him about being the original Danny Tanner on Full […]

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Movie expert and author Eric Litt discusses his new book about underappreciated movies, Worth A Second Look. [Ep165]

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Beard Award winner and Food Network star Alton Brown talks about his career and his upcoming new book and tour. [Ep164]

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