The Pat McGann Show

Pat McGann

Stand-up. Stories. Real talk.Chicago’s own Pat McGann brings comedy, conversation & good company every week.🎧 Powered by @tiegehanley

  1. Ian Happ: The Most Tenured Cub on Loyalty, Lakeshore Drive & Life at Wrigley | Ep. 39

    4D AGO

    Ian Happ: The Most Tenured Cub on Loyalty, Lakeshore Drive & Life at Wrigley | Ep. 39

    This week, Pat is thrilled to welcome Ian Happ, the first major leaguer to appear on the podcast. No stranger to “the show”, Dwayne Kennedy also joins this wide ranging conversation with the most tenured Cub. Get behind the scenes of life in the big leagues and leave knowing more about being HAPP-y.  Watch to the end of this week’s episode to learn how you can win two free tickets to go see Pat live!  🎧 New episodes every Thursday — filmed at Tiege Hanley Studios in Chicago.  🔗 Follow The Pat McGann Show: Instagram: @thepatmcgannshow TikTok: @thepatmcgannshow Apple Podcasts & Spotify: The Pat McGann Show 🎤 Co-Host: Dwayne Kennedy Instagram: @dwaynetkennedy 🎤 Guest: Ian Happ Instagram: @ihapp_1 Check out Ian's podcast + coffee! Instagram: @thecompoundpod_ + @connectroasters 💚 Sponsored by Tiege Hanley — Get 40% off your first box + free gift → tiege.com/pat Interested in sponsoring The Pat McGann Show? Please reach out to us at ThePatMcGannShow@Tiege.com EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - Kelley Thornton PRODUCER - Paula Thornton SHOWRUNNER - Tom Bambara VIDEO AND AUDIO EDITOR - Madeline Curless AUDIO ENGINEER - Tommy Grant VIDEO PRODUCER - Eddie Perez ORGANIC CONTENT MANAGER - George Moster 0:00 - Welcome & Intro 1:04 - The 162-Game Grind 5:36 - Learning From Veterans 7:02 - Wearing #8 8:37 - Cubs' Rich History 13:24 - Toughest Pitches to Hit 30:52 - Life in the Locker Room 33:54 - Playing Cool Under Pressure 36:51 - Getting Sent to Triple-A 40:42 - Minor Leagues vs. The Show 43:01 - Meeting His Wife 53:25 - Sports Psychology 55:37 - The Postural Therapist 57:34 - Walk-Up Songs 1:00:40 - Giving Back to Chicago 1:03:04 - Golf on Off Days 1:05:09 - Cubs-Sox Rivalry 1:08:41 - Pitch Clock Changed Everything 1:09:57 - Wildest Mound Visit Story 1:13:09 - Growing Up Watching Baseball 1:14:03 - Giving Back to His Coach 1:19:20 - Outro & Where to Find Ian

    1h 22m
  2. Bringing Back the Factoids with Ryan Chiaverini | The Pat McGann Show Ep. 38

    MAY 14

    Bringing Back the Factoids with Ryan Chiaverini | The Pat McGann Show Ep. 38

    We're celebrating Pat's 50th with three Chicago guys and one matching outfit. This week, ABC7 Chicago's lead sports anchor and Windy City Live co-host Ryan Chiaverini joins Pat and Dwayne for a long-overdue conversation. Ryan shares what it was actually like to replace Oprah Winfrey on live television the day after she retired — including the Yahoo comment section, which was not kind. Also: Mike Tyson's tigers (he had a whole house for them), the celebrity who broke Ryan's heart the most, and John Travolta calling a piece of family history "the coolest factoid anyone's ever told me." That factoid? Ryan's dad had a song in Pulp Fiction — and the royalty check situation is exactly what you'd expect. Along the way: Route 66 road trips, the economics of lounge singing, and why Dwayne's show may leave you in tears. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday — filmed at Tiege Hanley Studios in Chicago. 🔗 Follow The Pat McGann Show: Instagram: @thepatmcgannshow TikTok: @thepatmcgannshow Apple Podcasts & Spotify: The Pat McGann Show 🎤 Co-Host: Dwayne Kennedy Instagram: @dwaynetkennedy 🎤 Guest: Ryan Chiaverini Instagram: @ryanchiaverini 💚 Sponsored by Tiege Hanley — Get 40% off your first box + free gift → tiege.com/pat Interested in sponsoring The Pat McGann Show? Please reach out to us at ThePatMcGannShow@Tiege.com EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - Kelley Thornton PRODUCER - Paula Thornton SHOWRUNNER - Tom Bambara VIDEO AND AUDIO EDITOR - Madeline Curless AUDIO ENGINEER - Tommy Grant VIDEO PRODUCER - Eddie Perez ORGANIC CONTENT MANAGER - George Moster 0:00 Intro & Hantavirus 14:22 Meet Ryan Chiaverini 15:21 Sports vs. Hard News 19:52 Replacing Oprah 23:07 Mike Tyson's Tigers 25:08 Justin Timberlake 27:38 Henry Winkler & The Fonz 29:18 Indiana Lotto Rant 34:37 Growing Up & Sports 35:42 Dad's Pulp Fiction Song 36:17 John Travolta's Factoid 41:41 Music & Richard Marx 42:40 Brother in the NFL 46:15 Starting in Montana 50:15 Coming to Chicago 54:04 Sweet Caroline Incident 1:07:47 Going Viral in a Movie 1:10:16 Chicago P.D. & Shameless 1:14:44 Pat's Crowd Work 1:15:40 Pat Turns 50

    1h 6m
  3. Matteo Lane: From Chicago Open Mics to Sold-Out Theaters in Italy | The Pat McGann Show Ep. 37

    MAY 7

    Matteo Lane: From Chicago Open Mics to Sold-Out Theaters in Italy | The Pat McGann Show Ep. 37

    Today we are taking a trip down Matteo Lane, but first, taking a right down memory Dwayne. Before his sold-out show at the Chicago Theater, Dwayne Kennedy and Pat McGann chat with the Chicago-raised, New York-based comedian. They discuss his journey from performing a three-minute open mic at Old Town Pub to sold-out theaters in Italy, Spain, and Australia.  Along the way: why Grease makes absolutely no sense, Dionne Warwick's inexplicable omnipresence in Matteo's life, and the one phone call in 2021 that changed everything. Also, talk of Dress to Impress, not to be confused with hit reality TV show RuPaul’s Drag Race.  🎧 New episodes every Thursday — filmed at Tiege Hanley Studios in Chicago. 🔗 Follow The Pat McGann Show: Instagram: @thepatmcgannshow TikTok: @thepatmcgannshow Apple Podcasts & Spotify: The Pat McGann Show 🎤 Guest: Matteo Lane Instagram: @matteolane 🎤 Co-Host: Dwayne Kennedy Instagram: @dwaynetkennedy 💚 Sponsored by Tiege Hanley — Get 40% off your first box + free gift → tiege.com/pat Interested in sponsoring The Pat McGann Show? Please reach out to us at ThePatMcGannShow@Tiege.com EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - Kelley Thornton PRODUCER - Paula Thornton SHOWRUNNER - Tom Bambara VIDEO AND AUDIO EDITOR - Madeline Curless AUDIO ENGINEER - Tommy Grant VIDEO PRODUCER - Eddie Perez ORGANIC CONTENT MANAGER - George Moster 0:00 – Intro 10:14 – Memory Dwayne 13:32 – Chicago vs. NY vs. LA 28:38 – Matteo Lane Arrives 31:25 – From Opera to Standup 35:07 – The 2021 Phone Call 35:38 – Dionne Warwick Is Everywhere 44:36 – First Open Mic 47:18 – Opinions on Grease 1:11:11 – Deep Dish Mind Melt 1:13:20 – Outro

    1h 5m
  4. Dwayne Kennedy & Maggie Hughes DePalo: Reality Show Nightmares & UFO Scientists | TPMS Ep. 36

    APR 30

    Dwayne Kennedy & Maggie Hughes DePalo: Reality Show Nightmares & UFO Scientists | TPMS Ep. 36

    Get ready—this might be the best 39 minutes and 92 seconds you’ve ever experienced. A vintage Chicago episode with old friends and all-timers of The Pat McGann Show. This week, Dwyane Kennedy and Maggie Hughes DePalo join Pat to defend Chicago comedy, revisit reality show disasters, and break down the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Why were people still eating? Did Oz see it coming? And where exactly was RFK during all of it? Along the way: Kevin Hart’s Chicago Funny AF auditions, the economics (and mild humiliation) of selling merch, a ref who wants to settle things with a boxing match, and the government casually confirming UFOs. Rate it. Review it. Tell your local ref we’re ready for three rounds.  🎧 New episodes every Thursday — filmed at Tiege Hanley Studios in Chicago. 🔗 Follow The Pat McGann Show: Instagram: @thepatmcgannshow TikTok: @thepatmcgannshow Apple Podcasts & Spotify: The Pat McGann Show 🎤 Guest: Maggie Hughes DePalo Instagram: @maggiehughesdepalo 🎤 Guest: Dwayne Kennedy Instagram: @dwaynetkennedy 💚 Sponsored by Tiege Hanley — Get 40% off your first box + free gift → tiege.com/pat Interested in sponsoring The Pat McGann Show? Please reach out to us at ThePatMcGannShow@Tiege.com EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - Kelley Thornton PRODUCER - Paula Thornton SHOWRUNNER - Tom Bambara VIDEO AND AUDIO EDITOR - Madeline Curless AUDIO ENGINEER - Tommy Grant VIDEO PRODUCER - Eddie Perez ORGANIC CONTENT MANAGER - George Moster

    42 min
  5. Maggie Hughes DePalo & Adam Gilbert: Comedy Cellar, Chicago & Gen Z | Ep. 35

    APR 24

    Maggie Hughes DePalo & Adam Gilbert: Comedy Cellar, Chicago & Gen Z | Ep. 35

    In Episode 35, comedians Adam Gilbert and Maggie Hughes DePalo join Pat McGann for a laid-back conversation that moves between stand-up, life on the road, and Midwest roots. Adam shares his path from Indiana to Chicago’s comedy scene and eventually to the Comedy Cellar in New York, along with the realities of touring, open mics, and the occasional rough night on stage. Maggie tells stories from the road, including a memorable encounter with Michael J. Fox at his Nashville fundraiser.  Plus, Midwest sports parenting, father-daughter dances, and why Lakeview is the best neighborhood to move to post-breakup. Rounding things out are lighter detours into skincare, life choices, and Adam’s decision to cut off the resources. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday — filmed at Tiege Hanley Studios in Chicago. 🔗 Follow The Pat McGann Show: Instagram: @thepatmcgannshow TikTok: @thepatmcgannshow Apple Podcasts & Spotify: The Pat McGann Show 🎤 Guest: Maggie Hughes DePalo Instagram: @maggiehughesdepalo 🎤 Guest: Adam Gilbert Instagram: @adamgilbert__ 💚 Sponsored by Tiege Hanley — Get 40% off your first box + free gift → tiege.com/pat Interested in sponsoring The Pat McGann Show? Please reach out to us at ThePatMcGannShow@Tiege.com EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - Kelley Thornton PRODUCER - Paula Thornton SHOWRUNNER - Tom Bambara VIDEO AND AUDIO EDITOR - Madeline Curless AUDIO ENGINEER - Tommy Grant VIDEO PRODUCER - Eddie Perez ORGANIC CONTENT MANAGER - George Moster

    52 min
  6. Bill Rancic on Entrepreneurship, RPM & Life After The Apprentice | Ep. 34

    APR 16

    Bill Rancic on Entrepreneurship, RPM & Life After The Apprentice | Ep. 34

    In Episode 34 of The Pat McGann Show, the original Apprentice winner (and future canonized saint) joins Pat to share how a South Side Chicago entrepreneur turned a bold risk into a career spanning television, bestselling books, motivational speaking, and the wildly successful RPM restaurant empire. From launching a cigar-of-the-month club in a tiny apartment to proposing to Giuliana in a helicopter over Chicago, Bill proves that sometimes the best business plan starts with simply saying “yes.” The conversation dives into life after The Apprentice, building restaurants with the iconic Lettuce Entertain You team, giving back through philanthropy, meeting Neil Armstrong, and embracing the unexpected twists of fame and family life. It’s equal parts inspiration, behind-the-scenes storytelling, and classic Chicago charm—with lots of laughs along the way. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday — filmed at Tiege Hanley Studios in Chicago. 🔗 Follow The Pat McGann Show: Instagram: @thepatmcgannshow TikTok: @thepatmcgannshow Apple Podcasts & Spotify: The Pat McGann Show 🎤 Guest: Bill Rancic Instagram: @billrancic 💚 Sponsored by Tiege Hanley — Get 40% off your first box + free gift → tiege.com/pat Interested in sponsoring The Pat McGann Show? Please reach out to us at ThePatMcGannShow@Tiege.com EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - Kelley Thornton PRODUCER - Paula Thornton SHOWRUNNER - Tom Bambara VIDEO AND AUDIO EDITOR - Madeline Curless AUDIO ENGINEER - Tommy Grant VIDEO PRODUCER - Eddie Perez ORGANIC CONTENT MANAGER - George Moster

    55 min
  7. The Voice of Chicago: Tim Sinclair on Bulls, Bears, and Fighting Illini | The Pat McGann Show Ep. 33

    APR 10 ·  BONUS

    The Voice of Chicago: Tim Sinclair on Bulls, Bears, and Fighting Illini | The Pat McGann Show Ep. 33

    In this bonus episode, Tim Sinclair—known as the Voice of Chicago—joins Pat McGann to share his incredible journey from aspiring architect to one of the most recognizable voices in sports. As the public address announcer for the Chicago Bulls, Chicago Bears, Chicago Fire, and University of Illinois, Tim offers a behind-the-scenes look at how these coveted roles come to life. The conversation explores his unexpected start in radio, auditioning for major teams, and landing his dream job during the NBA Covid bubble. Tim also reflects on the legacy of the iconic Chicago Bulls introductions, the pressure of stepping into legendary shoes, and the art of announcing in fast-paced sports environments. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday — filmed at Tiege Hanley Studios in Chicago. 🔗 Follow The Pat McGann Show: Instagram: @thepatmcgannshow TikTok: @thepatmcgannshow Apple Podcasts & Spotify: The Pat McGann Show 🎤 Guest: Tim Sinclair Instagram: @timjsinclair 💚 Sponsored by Tiege Hanley — Get 40% off your first box + free gift → tiege.com/pat Interested in sponsoring The Pat McGann Show? Please reach out to us at ThePatMcGannShow@Tiege.com EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - Kelley Thornton PRODUCER - Paula Thornton SHOWRUNNER - Tom Bambara VIDEO AND AUDIO EDITOR - Madeline Curless AUDIO ENGINEER - Tommy Grant VIDEO PRODUCER - Eddie Perez ORGANIC CONTENT MANAGER - George Moster

    33 min
  8. Three Woodstocks and a Couch: AJ Leidig, Inked in Comedy | The Pat McGann Show Ep. 32

    APR 7

    Three Woodstocks and a Couch: AJ Leidig, Inked in Comedy | The Pat McGann Show Ep. 32

    Comedian AJ Leidig joins Pat McGann and Dwayne Kennedy to break down his journey in stand-up comedy. From growing up near Woodstock to testing out joke-book material in middle school, AJ shares how he got his start and made his way through the suburbs into Chicago comedy. The guys get into bombing early sets, $600 apartments, road gigs, and why the suburbs might secretly be the best place to start. Plus: Waymo debates, “he gone,” and the South Side roots of a gold record baseball anthem. 🎧 New episodes every Thursday — filmed at Tiege Hanley Studios in Chicago. 🔗 Follow The Pat McGann Show: Instagram: @thepatmcgannshow TikTok: @thepatmcgannshow Apple Podcasts & Spotify: The Pat McGann Show 🎤 Guest: AJ Leidig Instagram: @ajleidig 🎤 Co-Host: Dwayne Kennedy Instagram: @dwaynetkennedy 💚 Sponsored by Tiege Hanley — Get 40% off your first box + free gift → tiege.com/pat Interested in sponsoring The Pat McGann Show? Please reach out to us at ThePatMcGannShow@Tiege.com EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - Kelley Thornton PRODUCER - Paula Thornton SHOWRUNNER - Tom Bambara VIDEO AND AUDIO EDITOR - Madeline Curless AUDIO ENGINEER - Tommy Grant VIDEO PRODUCER - Eddie Perez ORGANIC CONTENT MANAGER - George Moster

    1h 3m
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28 Ratings

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Stand-up. Stories. Real talk.Chicago’s own Pat McGann brings comedy, conversation & good company every week.🎧 Powered by @tiegehanley

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  • Creator
    Pat McGann
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Pat McGann Show
  • Show Website
    The Pat McGann Show

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