This Podcast focuses on Chicago and growing up on the Northwest side during the late 60's thru the 70's. Ken shares personal stories and life experiences with guests and co-hosts. From the city to the suburbs and the State of Illinois, he'll tackle everything, no topic is off limits. From sports to human interest and everything in between...Facts, fiction, comedy and commentary. It's all about Chicago, without Ketchup.
Emerging Menaces
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This Podcast focuses on Chicago and growing up on the Northwest side during the late 60's thru the 70's. Ken shares personal stories and life experiences with guests and co-hosts. From the city to the suburbs and the State of Illinois, he'll tackle everything, no topic is off limits. From sports to human interest and everything in between...Facts, fiction, comedy and commentary. It's all about Chicago, without Ketchup.
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Recent Episodes
August 3, 2026
Episode #120 Carina for Senate
<p><strong>Carina Santa Maria </strong>is running for the Illinois Democratic Senate Seat in District #27 in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. Ken and Frank sat down with her on this podcast to get her views on Life, Family & Politics. Carina is also the CEO of "Shelter" a non-profit 501-C3 organization that helps children from abused homes and trafficking. She is a licensed clinical Social Worker and also a Trustee in Arlington Heights. It's a great show and interesting conversation. Additional info: carinaforsenate.com</p><p><br></p>
July 27, 2026
Episode#119 "One Tank Trips" with special guest Roz Varon
<p>You'll really enjoy this episode as Roz talks about some of her favorite "One tank trips" locations she produced while she was the Transportation and Traffic reporter at ABC7 Chicago. She won an Emmy for this feature as she traveled throughout the Midwest in pursuit of the not-so common things to see and do in Illinois. So, get some paper and take some notes. Oh, and don't forget to buckle up!</p>
July 13, 2026
Episode #118 You'll never guess who I met today
<p>A recap of the 4th of July. An Earthquake in Illinois? Yep Plus, Ken bumps into some not so friendly people but also meets a politician at Jewel. It's hot in the office, A firework hits a plane at Midway. Illinois is #1 with bugs, Deep tunnel is in trouble and architecture from Louis Sullivan is found in Lake Michigan.</p>
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