This is a partial list of the “best friends of the program”. If you don’t see someone here that you liked hearing me talk to in the past just know that I’m working on getting them to this list of people you will find regularly on stevecochranshow.com
The Funny People
Patti Vasquez
Funniest woman in America. (period!) An outspoken advocate for Breast Cancer Research, Patti has created a clever tongue-in-cheek campaign to get women and men more involved and interested in breast cancer research and events. She has participated in fund-raising events with groups such as Gilda’s Club and the Brain Research Foundation in Chicago. She also helps raise funds for Avon’s Breast Cancer Crusade, Y-ME & the Susan G. Komen Foundation. www.pattivasquez.com
Tim Clue
Writer, producer, funny man and a confused new dad. Tim’s directing, writing and performing experience has made him a sought-after triple threat and a one-stop shop for high-powered, big-time events, as well as more intimate gatherings. www.timeclue.com
John DaCosse
Always makes me laugh…always…I’m laughing now as you read this…
In addition to playing clubs and colleges across the country, John has opened for Jay Leno, Howie Mandel and Louie Anderson. His cartoonish, expressive face allows him the unique ability to get laughs without saying a word. http://www.facebook.com/people/John-DaCosse/1076414254
Mike Toomey
Good friend of Skip Parker from WGN TV sports, Batman, and every voice stuck in your head from your childhood. Your very own Chicago Tribune calls Mike, “One of the funniest and most talented performers to ever work in Chicago.” www.mike-toomey.com
The Experts
Dr. Kevin Most
The Vice President of Medical Affairs at Central DuPage Hospital, Sanjay Gupta can’t carry this man’s stethoscope. He is the best communicator of medical information I have ever seen or heard. Active in charitable giving with special interests in children’s health and athletics, Dr. Most gives of his time and talents to programs such as Marklund Children’s Home, Chicago Christian Academy and the Michael Jordan Foundation. www.cdh.org
Bill Zehme
The Czar of Pop Culture, Bill has written books with and about Sinatra, Hef, Regis, Leno and a million magazine pieces where he got the best of Letterman, Jack Nicholson, and taught us more on Late Night TV than everyone else combined. He is a longtime writer at large for “Esquire”, and his profiles have appeared in “Rolling Stone”, “Playboy”, and “Vanity Fair”. http://www.randomhouse.com/boldtype/1299/zehme/
The Best Political Team…PERIOD
Rick Pearson
The best political writer in America who still does the best work the Chicago Tribune has to offer. Rick serves as “the Captain” of our Best Political Team (period). An award-winning journalist, Pearson has spent more than two decades reporting on Illinois government and politics and also has been part of the Tribune’s presidential election coverage team. www.chicagotribune.com
Nick Tzitzon
An expert on all things political and Senior VP at the Bronner Group. Nick served as an aide to Mitt Romney and Tommy Thompson during his long career in politics and government. At Bronner, he digs into the weeds of management and budget challenges within the public sector and helps figure out reforms to save taxpayer money. www.bronnergroup.com
Mark Doyle
Mark worked in the White House during most of the Clinton years and was closely involved with Sen. Biden’s Presidential campaign. He remains close to the Vice President and has numerous business interests including forensic accounting for major clients including the federal government.
Hi Steve,
Who was the guy you used to have on who works at the BBC? He was great!
Just wondering if you are still in touch with him…
Paul Coyte
Hes With capitol radio in london now…
miss you in the afternoons Steve
how about the lady mystery writer – she was great – as was the wine lady -
I always enjoyed your time with Dean Richards, who has become almost a stranger it seems on WGN radio of late. And of course the entertaining time with the morning weather guy at WGN TV. I have become very disenchanted with WGN radio, enjoy Gary M., but sadly find only Nick, and Johnny and Steve to be the glimmer that used to be my favorited station. Wishing you the best and my wife and I both miss the fun that you had with interns, and guests alike. We will be hoping to hear you on the air around here soon.
Tom
Will you be featuring Chris the Wine Diva anytime soon? I have not seen anything from her Chemo and Vino blog lately and hope she is doing ok. I love learning about wine from her. How is she doing??
I just found this site about the Wine Diva. Very sad
http://chemoandvino.wordpress.com/2010/08/
Hi Steve,
Any chance now that Tom Langmyer has his station back your phone starts ringing from WGN. That was the worst mismanagement that I have ever seen. Really miss you on the radio. Where and when will we hear you again?
And how is our favorite little foul mouthed, gambling pre-teen Katie? I remember on eof the 1st times my daugther and I heard it – around Christmas. Hard to keep all 4 wheels on the road. Did she get into therapy?
I also miss your stories about your adoption and pro-adoption stance.
Hi Steve,
Really miss hearing you on WGN. I loved listening to you on the way home every day. You have such a quick wit with callers and guests. You can talk serious politics and two minutes later make me laugh about goofy stuff. Good things happen to good people and you will do fine wherever you go. Please let us know what you end up doing. I miss laughing with you! I love your sense of humor!!! Take Care.
Having fun dialing you in late afternoons. Now I’ve got two reasons to put 560 on – you and Miller middays.
Hope to catch you on the stage around the area, too.