Poppin' Bottles

Before they head to the great cart in the sky, the Dawg Dudes ride one last time! We got Kate Coney in studio to chat about a Chicago Dog landmark, The Weiner’s Circle!

She admits she’s never been and then takes a Chicago test. All while we listen to audio of our latest visit to Weiner's Circle with a bun load of guests, including :

Listen as we finally try a special store brand hot dog, visit Tony’s Coney Island, a...

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The Dudes are joined by the Duchess of Dogs Lauren Williams (Holy Goat Improv, Whirled News Tonight) to try her fave dog house, Byron's Hot Dogs located on Irving Bark! 

Her Highness reminisces about losing her Duke Doug and being a lazy movie fan on Letterboxd. We then get into the classic debate of "Is a hot dog a sandwich?"  before uncovering the fabled Demon Dogs hiding under the city of Chicago.

We then try to recall the most famous pop culture hot dog moments. Call in now with your favorite!

Dawg Dudes ride at noon with Chef Neal Starbird (Midnight Burger Podcast) all the way to Sonic the All-American Dive-In!

He shares his childhood hot dog ritual and why he only gets back to Sonic with host Rob. 

We get into the nitty gritty of brats vs dogs before he shares his dog dressing preference and why he thinks dogs should be in the Great American Outdoors. 

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Sierra Mist superfan Mike Gospel (How Star Wars Is It, Baby Wants Candy, BLANK! The Musical) stops by the Dawg House to chat about a Chicago institution, the  Superdawg Drive-In!

He shares how he's always thinking of hot dogs but even more so in photos. We get the truth about his pickle feelings and learn the secret of Chicago Sauce. 

We take some medicine to help us recover from eating a bowl full of hot dogs and get a visit from a famous doctor! 

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Well, hot dog! We have a "weiner"! - The Simpsons (S05E17)

It's opening day for Dawg Dudes and throwing out the first pitch is fan-fave Kate Cohen (CSZ Chicago, Blank the Musical)! We visit local institution Budacki’s Drive In with Kate Coney as she shares her love of classic Chicago-style dogs.

She tells us about the importance of keeping dogs snappy, veg fresh, and buns grilled while we try her Chosen dog on mic. 

Listen as we have a mustard taste test and see who's #TeamVinegar and who’s #TeamChili.

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We've got the dutchess of the double deck aka Marie Maloney back in studio to chat about three different beverages! 

She shares stories of destination weddings, supper clubs, and hanging out with Spritz Influencers. We then learn about Bulgarian efficiency and the best way to send pennies to rising country star Tate McRae.

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The original St. Paddy's Day crew is back!  Two of the brightest emeralds, Allie Ring (DCOMmentaries, Malarkey Comedy) & Kevin Lambert (Go Cubs) are in studio for a Holiday Draft and to try some Pots o' Gold!  

They share their first-hand account of day drinking and witnessing hungover zombies. We then dive into the green deep end to make our luckiest St. Patrick's Day and rank sweet and savory Pots o' Gold!

Listen now to learn how many marshmallows are too many and why should always bring a dish towel.

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Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time! - King Leonidas

The man, the myth, the legend, Ken Grabowski (The Keg Band) is in studio for our 300th Episode! 

The Rob-father shares with us the importance of being hydrated, where to get the best OJ, and that even dirty-looking water can taste delicious.

He then reveals how he's a #BulkBoy for Sam's Club and gives us tips for fighting management scum or Russian aggression. #UnionProud

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CW: Parental Loss

After a month of mourning Papa Bottles, we’re back with fan fave Andreas Tsironis (The First Annual Inaugural Grief Awards) for a very special episode. 

We talk about love, loss, and whether there can be ethical consumption under capitalism. Listen as we try to keep loss light and try three new soda flavors: Blackberry Dr Pepper, Wild Cherry and Cream Pepsi, and Coca-Cola Orange. 

Let your people know you love them and get your advance directive done asap! 

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This is one time where television really fails to capture the true excitement of a large squirrel predicting the weather.  -Phil Connors

it's time for Deja Brew and View with fan-fave Buck LePard  (Music Box Theatre) and the holiday classic Groundhog Day!

He joins the illustrious #ThreeTimersClub as we learn how a fateful sleepover introduced him to the Pennsylvania Polka and a future vacation destination. 

We then swap our Bill Murray stories and marvel at getting same-day X-rays in a small town. Buck shares why he wishes he was an extra before we get i...