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Dean's one-on-one interview with Carol Burnett

Dean's one-on-one interview with Carol Burnett

Dean talks to Chicago Native, Jane Lynch about her role in The Three Stooges

Dean talks to Chicago Native, Jane Lynch about her role in The Three Stooges

Dean talks to Lee Hirsh, director of the movie, Bully

Dean talks to Lee Hirsh, director of the movie, Bully

Dean talks to Tony the Tax Man who answered your last minute tax questions

If you have more questions for Tony, email him at anazarowski@jhamlin.com

Dean talks to Jason Biggs and Seann William Scott about their latest movie, American Reunion

Dean talks to Jason Biggs and Seann William Scott about their latest movie, American Reunion

Dean's one-on-one interview with Paula Deen

Dean's one-on-one interview with Paula Deen

Dean's conversation with with Meatloaf where they talk about his new album and the iconic "Bat Out of Hell."

Dean's conversation with with Meatloaf where they talk about his new album and the iconic "Bat Out of Hell."

Dean talks to Chicago Tribune Dining Critic Phil Vettel to get his favorite Easter brunch choices

Dean talks to Chicago Tribune Dining Critic Phil Vettel to get his favorite Easter brunch choices

Dean talks to Jennifer Lawrence, star of The Hunger Games

Dean talks to Jennifer Lawrence, star of The Hunger Games

Dean talks to Liam Hemsworth and Josh Hutcherson about their roles in The Hunger Games

Dean talks to Liam Hemsworth and Josh Hutcherson about their roles in The Hunger Games

Dean talks to Donald Sutherland about his role in The Hunger Games

Dean talks to Donald Sutherland about his role in The Hunger Games

Dean welcomes the cast of Hair in-studio, now playing at the Paramount Theater in Aurora

Dean welcomes the cast of Hair in-studio, now playing at the Paramount Theater in Aurora

Dean talks to stars of Hunger Games, including Lenny Kravitz, Elizabeth Banks and Woody Harrelson

Dean talks to stars of Hunger Games, including Lenny Kravitz, Elizabeth Banks and Woody Harrelson

Dean talks to Jason Segel about his latest movie, Jeff, Who Lives at Home

Dean talks to Jason Segel about his latest movie, Jeff, Who Lives at Home

Dean visits with the always popular and very talented group, Celtic Thunder

Dean visits with the always popular and very talented group, Celtic Thunder

Dean talks to Betty White about her latest movie, Lorax

Dean talks to Betty White about her latest movie, Lorax

Dean talks to Danny DeVito about his latest movie, Lorax

Dean talks to Danny DeVito about his latest movie, Lorax

Dean talks to Ed Helms about his latest movie, Lorax

Dean talks to Ed Helms about his latest movie, Lorax

Dean's interview with Carol Burnett and Amy Poehler

Dean's interview with Carol Burnett and Amy Poehler

Dean talks to Ryan Reynolds about his latest movie, Safe House

Dean talks to Ryan Reynolds about his latest movie, Safe House

Dean talks to Denzel Washington about his latest movie, Safe House

Dean talks to Denzel Washington about his latest movie, Safe House

Dean talks to listener Jim and his son, David, as a follow-up to a previous conversation centered around Hoarfrost

Dean talks to listener Jim and his son as a follow-up to a previous conversation centered around Hoarfrost

Dean talks to Daniel Radcliffe about life after Harry Potter and his latest movie, The Woman in Black

Dean talks to Daniel Radcliffe about life after Harry Potter and his latest movie, The Woman in Black

Dean talks to Glen Campbell about his life, career, and "Goodbye Tour"

Dean talks to Glen Campbell about his life, career, and "Goodbye Tour"

Dean talks to Sam Worthington, star of Avatar, about his latest film: Man on a Ledge.

Dean talks to Sam Worthington, star of Avatar, about his latest film: Man on a Ledge.

Dean talks to Mark Wahlberg about his latest movie, Contraband

Dean talks to Mark Wahlberg about his latest movie, Contraband

Dean discusses the controversy of Cardinal George's comments about gays and lesbians

Cardinal George recently made a publicly offensive remark relating gays and lesbians to the KKK. Dean discusses the controversy and backlash...

Dean talks to Sterling Pratt of Schaefer's Wine Food and Spirits

The New Year is around the corner and Dean is joined by wine and champagne expert Sterling Pratt to give tips and advice for purchasing...

Dean talks to Daniel Craig about his role in the movie, Girl With the Dragon Tattoo.

Dean talks to Daniel Craig about his role in the movie, Girl With the Dragon Tattoo.

Dean talks to Robert Downey Jr. about his role in Sherlock Holmes 2

Dean talks to Robert Downey Jr. about his role in Sherlock Holmes 2

Dean talks to Charlize Theron about her role in the movie, Young Adult.

Dean talks to Charlize Theron about her role in the movie, Young Adult.

Dean talks to Diablo Cody, writer of the new movie, Young Adult

Dean talks to Diablo Cody, writer of the new movie, Young Adult

Dean Richards talks to Patton Oswalt about his latest movie, Young Adult

Dean Richards talks to Patton Oswalt about his latest movie, Young Adult

Dean talks to Marie Osmond about her show, "Donny and Marie: Christmas in Chicago."

Dean talks to Marie Osmond about her show, "Donny and Marie: Christmas in Chicago."

Dean checks in with Regis Philbin about his new book, How I Got This Way, while in Naperville on his book tour

Dean checks in with Regis Philbin about his new book, How I Got This Way, while in Naperville on his book tour

Dean talks to television chef, best-selling cookbook author, and restaurateur, Lidia Bastianich

Dean talks to television chef, best-selling cookbook author, and restaurateur, Lidia Bastianich

Dean talks to Director Martin Scorsese about his latest project, Hugo

Dean talks to Director Martin Scorsese about his latest project, Hugo

Dean talks to Sir Ben Kingsley about his role in the new movie, Hugo

Dean talks to Sir Ben Kingsley about his role in the new movie, Hugo

Dean talks to Regis Philbin about his new book, How I Got This Way

Dean talks to Regis Philbin about his new book, How I Got This Way

Dean talks to Robert Pattinson about his role in Twilight: Breaking Dawn

Dean talks to Robert Pattinson about his role in Twilight: Breaking Dawn

Dean talks to Kristen Stewart about her role in Twilight: Breaking Dawn.

Dean talks to Kristen Stewart about her role in Twilight: Breaking Dawn.

Dean talks to Taylor Lautner about his role in Twilight: Breaking Dawn.

Dean talks to Taylor Lautner about his role in Twilight: Breaking Dawn.

Dean talks to Rosie O'Donnell about her new show and her time so far here in Chicago

Dean talks to Rosie O'Donnell about her new show and her time so far here in Chicago

Dean talks to Leonardo DiCaprio about his latest movie, J. Edgar

Dean talks to Leonardo DiCaprio about his latest movie, J. Edgar

Dean talks to Armie Hammer about his latest movie, J. Edgar

Dean talks to Armie Hammer about his latest movie, J. Edgar

Eddie Murphy and Ben Stiller chat with Dean about their latest movie, Tower Heist

Eddie Murphy and Ben Stiller chat with Dean about their latest movie, Tower Heist

Dean talks to Oak Park native, Thomas Lennon, also of Reno 911 fame, about his role in Harold and Kumar: 3D Christmas

Dean talks to Oak Park native, of Reno 911 fame, Thomas Lennon, about his role in Harold and Kumar: 3D Christmas

Dean talks to Neil Patrick Harris about his role in Harold and Kumar: 3D Christmas

Dean talks to Neil Patrick Harris about his role in Harold and Kumar: 3D Christmas

Dean talks to Justin Timberlake about his latest movie, "In Time."

Dean talks to Justin Timberlake about his latest movie, "In Time."

Part 1 - Dean has an exclusive one-on-one interview with Bob Newhart

Part 1 - Dean has an exclusive one-on-one interview with Bob Newhart

Part 2 - Dean has an exclusive one-on-one interview with Bob Newhart

Part 2 - Dean has an exclusive one-on-one interview with Bob Newhart

Dean talks to Hugh Jackman about his role in Real Steel

Dean talks to Hugh Jackman about his role in Real Steel

Dean talks with Seth Rogen and Joseph Gordon-Levitt from the movie 50/50

Dean talks with actors Seth Rogen and Joseph Gordon-Levitt about their roles in the movie 50/50 - a film about a devastating cancer...

Dean's chats with comedian Frank Caliendo

Dean talks with comedian Frank Caliendo about his many impersonations, and his upcoming show coming to Chicago in October.

Dean's web exclusive from Tyra Banks' visit to WGN-TV

Dean's web exclusive from Tyra Banks' visit to WGN-TV

Tyra Banks comes to Chicago to talk about his first fantasy novel, Modelland.

Tyra Banks comes to Chicago to talk about his first fantasy novel, Modelland. She stops by WGN-TV for a visit!

Matt Damon talks about his latest role in the movie, Contagion

Matt Damon talks about his latest role in the movie, Contagion

Dean welcomes first responders and Chicago Firefighters, retired Lieutenant Mike Michon and firefighter/EMT John Scheinpflug (Squad 1) to the show to talk about their experiences at Ground Zero post 9-11.

Dean welcomes first responders, retired Lieutenant Mike Michon and firefighter/EMT John Scheinpflug (Squad 1) to the show to talk about...

Dean welcomes Greg Jacobs of Siskel/Jacobs Productions to the show to talk about their latest documenary: 102 Minutes That Changed America.

Dean welcomes Greg Jacobs of Siskel/Jacobs Productions to the show to talk about their latest documenary: 102 Minutes That Changed America.

Betty White was in town this weekend. Dean talks with her exclusively!

Betty White was in town this weekend. Dean talks with her exclusively!

Chicago's Very Own, Jeremy Piven talks about life after "Entourage."

Chicago's Very Own, Jeremy Piven talks about life after "Entourage."

Dean reviews the movie adaptation of the best selling novel, "The Help" and talks, one on one with one of it's stars, Emma Stone.

Dean reviews the movie adaptation of the best selling novel, "The Help" and talks, one on one with one of it's stars, Emma Stone.

Dean shares his interview with Andy Serkis, star of "Rise of the Planet of the Apes."

Dean shares his interview with Andy Serkis, star of "Rise of the Planet of the Apes."

Dean shares his interview with James Franco, star of "Rise of the Planet of the Apes."

Dean shares his interview with James Franco, star of "Rise of the Planet of the Apes."

Dean talks tomatoes on this week's edition of Foodtime!

Dean talks tomatoes on this week's edition of Foodtime!

Dean talks to Ryan Gossling about his latest role in Stupid Crazy Love

Dean talks to Ryan Gossling about his latest role in Stupid Crazy Love

Dean talks to Steve Carell about his latest role in Stupid Crazy Love.

Dean talks to Steve Carell about his latest role in Stupid Crazy Love.

Dean welcomes Oscar winner and Chicago native Jennifer Hudson to the show to talk about some exciting upcoming projects she is working on.

Dean welcomes Oscar winner and Chicago native Jennifer Hudson to the show to talk about some exciting upcoming projects she is working on.

Rich Koz, also known as, Svengoolie, talks to Dean about his life and career.

Rich Koz, also known as, Svengoolie, talks to Dean about his life and career.

Dean talks with Selena Gomez

Dean Richards talks with actress and singer Selena Gomez.

Dean talks with two-time Oscar winner Tom Hanks

Dean talks with two-time Oscar winner Tom Hanks

Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds talks with Dean about "Green Lantern."

Plainfield's own Melissa McCarthy checks in with Dean and talks about the box office success of the movie "Bridesmaids."

Plainfield's own Melissa McCarthy checks in with Dean and talks about the box office success of the movie "Bridesmaids."

Johnny Depp talks with Dean about his Oprah appearanceÂ….and addresses rumors about him calling it quits as Captain Jack Sparrow.

Johnny Depp talks with Dean about his Oprah appearanceÂ….and addresses rumors about him calling it quits as Captain Jack Sparrow.

A Mother's Day tradition on the Sunday Morning show, Dean wish's his mom Ann a Happy Mother's Day!

A Mother's Day tradition on the Sunday Morning show, Dean wish's his mom Ann a Happy Mother's Day!

Lollapalooza founder, Perry Farrell of Jane's Addiction fame, talks with Dean about this year's Chicago summer music festival and his wildest memories of 20 years of Lollapalooza.

Lollapalooza founder, Perry Farrell of Jane's Addiction fame, talks with Dean about this year's Chicago summer music festival and his...

Dean talks to renowned poet and author, Maya Angelou, about being honored in Chicago.

Dean talks to renowned poet and author, Maya Angelou, about being honored in Chicago.

Dean welcomes Peter Pan producer Robert Butters to the show to talk about the stage version of Peter Pan coming to Chicago

Dean welcomes Peter Pan producer Robert Butters to the show to talk about the latest stage version of Peter Pan coming to Chicago

Jodie Foster talks to Dean about her latest movie, Beaver, which she directs and co-stars with Mel Gibson.

Jodie Foster talks to Dean about her latest movie, Beaver, which she directs and co-stars with Mel Gibson.

Classic A-Lister, Burt Reynolds, is in Chicago and sits down with Dean to reflect on his life and career.

Classic A-Lister, Burt Reynolds, was in Chicago and sits down with Dean to reflect on his life and career.

Dean talks to Whoopi Goldberg about her latest project, White Noise.

Dean talks to Whoopi Goldberg about her latest project, White Noise.

Dean talks to Robert Redford about Chicago, the Cubs, the Mayor and his latest movie

Dean talks to Robert Redford about Chicago, the Cubs, the Mayor and his latest movie

Dean talks to Jake Gyllenhaal about his latest movie, Source Code

Dean talks to Jake Gyllenhaal about his latest movie, Source Code

Dean talks to TCM host, Robert Osborne about the life of Elizabeth Taylor

Dean talks to TCM host, Robert Osborne about the life of Elizabeth Taylor

A-lister Bradley Cooper talks to Dean about his latest movie, Limitless

A-lister Bradley Cooper talks to Dean about his latest movie, Limitless

Dean welcomes singer, Gavin Coyle, to the studio for some St. Patrick's Day fun

Dean welcomes singer, Gavin Coyle to the studio for some St. Patrick's Day fun, including a live performance of Danny Boy. Check out his...

Dean welcomes Celtic Thunder in-studio to talk about their latest CD/DVD release

Dean welcomes Celtic Thunder in-studio to talk about their latest CD/DVD release

Dean talks with former Lincoln Park Zoo Director Lester Fisher.

It's the 90th birthday for Lester and he gets a surprise call from his friend Betty White.

Dean talks to Chris Nowinski, Co-Director, Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy at Boston University, about the death of Dave Duerson.

Dean talks to Chris Nowinski, Co-Director, Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy at Boston University, about the death of...

Dean talks to Liam Neeson about his latest movie, Unknown

Dean talks to Liam Neeson about his latest movie, Unknown

Dean talks to Justin Bieber about his new movie Never Say Never

Dean talks to Justin Bieber about his new movie Never Say Never

Dean Richards talks to Elton John about Gnomeo and Juliet

Dean sits down with Elton John to talk about Gnomeo and Juliet

Dean talks with DePaul professor Tom Mockaitis

Dean talks with DePaul professor Tom Mockaitis and gets his thoughts surrounding the crisis in Egypt.

Dean talks with Fancast.com columnist Adam Buckman

Dean talks with Fancast.com columnist Adam Buckman about Fancast's Greatest Comedy Lineups of All Time.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "No Strings Attached" star Natalie Portman.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "No Strings Attached" star Natalie Portman.

Dean discusses and takes calls on the Golden Globes, the Critics' Choice Movie Awards, and Black Swan.

Dean discusses and takes calls on the Golden Globes, the Critics' Choice Movie Awards, and Black Swan.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "The Dilemma" star Vince Vaughn and director Ron Howard.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "The Dilemma" star Vince Vaughn and director Ron Howard.

Dean talks with cast members of Wicked -- now back at the Cadillac Palace Theatre.

Dean talks with cast members of Wicked -- now back at the Cadillac Palace Theatre.

Guest host Nick Digilio plays back Dean's interviews with "True Grit" star Matt Damon, and with "Little Fockers" stars Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro.

Guest host Nick Digilio plays back Dean's interviews with "True Grit" star Matt Damon, and with "Little Fockers" stars Ben Stiller and...

Former Governor, Jim Thompson, discusses his views about George Ryan's denial of early release from prison, with Dean Richards.

Jim Thompson calls Dean to talk about the latest news of George Ryan's request of early release from prision.

Dean talks with cast members of It's a Wonderful Life -- now playing at the Biograph Theater.

Dean talks with cast members of It's a Wonderful Life -- now playing at the Biograph Theater.

Guest host Nick Digilio plays back Dean's interview with "The Tourist" stars Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp.

Guest host Nick Digilio plays back Dean's interview with "The Tourist" stars Angelina Jolie and Johnny Depp.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "I Love You Phillip Morris" star Jim Carrey.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "I Love You Phillip Morris" star Jim Carrey.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Burlesque" stars Cher and Stanley Tucci.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Burlesque" stars Cher and Stanley Tucci.

Guest host Nick Digilio plays back Dean's interview with "127 Hours" director Danny Boyle.

Guest host Nick Digilio plays back Dean's interview with "127 Hours" director Danny Boyle.

Dean talks with Melissa Etheridge.

As part of Dean's Breast Cancer 2010 special, he talks with musician and survivor Melissa Etheridge.

Guest host Nick Digilio plays back Dean's interview with "Hereafter" star Matt Damon.

Guest host Nick Digilio plays back Dean's interview with "Hereafter" star Matt Damon.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Conviction" stars Hilary Swank and Sam Rockwell.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Conviction" stars Hilary Swank and Sam Rockwell.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks "It's Kind of a Funny Story" star Zach Galifianakis.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks "It's Kind of a Funny Story" star Zach Galifianakis.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Waiting for Superman" director Davis Guggenheim.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Waiting for Superman" director Davis Guggenheim.

Dean checks in with Ron Santo at the JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes.

Dean checks in with Ron Santo at the JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps" star Shia LeBeouf, and with "Buried" star Ryan Reynolds.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps" star Shia LeBeouf, and with "Buried" star Ryan Reynolds.

Dean and WGN Radio listeners thank Orion Samuelson for a great 50 years on the air.

Dean and WGN Radio listeners thank Orion Samuelson for a great 50 years on the air.

Dean talks with the boys who portray Billy Elliot on stage.

Dean talks with the boys who portray Billy Elliot on stage.

Dean asks... what is the right age for kindergarten, and what should kids learn?

Dean asks... what is the right age for kindergarten, and what should kids learn?

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "The Expendables" stars Sylvester Stallone and Jason Statham.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "The Expendables" stars Sylvester Stallone and Jason Statham.

Dean talks with Gov. Pat Quinn.

Dean talks with Gov. Pat Quinn.

Dean chats comedian Mike Toomey -- along with Ana Belaval, Pat Tomasulo, and Marcella Raymond.

Dean chats comedian Mike Toomey -- along with Ana Belaval, Pat Tomasulo, and Marcella Raymond.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Eat, Pray, Love" star Julia Roberts. Todays podcast will be talking about Eat Pray Love and Ana Belaval, Pat Tomasulo, Marcella Raymond and Mike Toomy

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Eat, Pray, Love" star Julia Roberts. Todays podcast will be talking about Eat Pray Love and Ana...

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Eat, Pray, Love" star Javier Bardem.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Eat, Pray, Love" star Javier Bardem.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Dinner for Schmucks" star Steve Carell.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Dinner for Schmucks" star Steve Carell.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Salt" star Angelina Jolie.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Salt" star Angelina Jolie.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Transformers 3" producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura.

Dean goes inside the movies and talks with "Transformers 3" producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura.

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