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Out Chicago (Full Episodes)
by WCPT 820
From Heartland Signal and WCPT AM 820 in Chicago, here are full episodes from "Out Chicago" (Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central). Scott Duff and Ellen Miller invite you to spend Sunday brunch with your gay best friends! Each week on "Out Chicago" they tackle today’s headlines from a queer perspective and focus on the accomplishments of the vibrant LGBTQ community in Chicago and across the globeScott Duff is an OUT AND PROUD comic, actor and activist who performs throughout Chicagoland and around the country. Ellen Miller is an OUT AND PROUD accomplished musician who has had successful careers in the fields of radio advertising, and real estate."Out Chicago" is Chicago's only live broadcast for the LGBTQ community!
Episodes
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Out Chicago | October 11, 2026
On this week's show Scott Duff is joined by guest co-host Ken Mejia-Beal and their guests are – Denise Poloyac, Indivisible Chicago executive committee member – Rick Miller, LICSW, founder and executive director of Gay Sons and Mothers and director of the documentary "Mom, I Have Something to…
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Out Chicago | October 4, 2026
On this week's show Scott Duff is joined by guest co-host Ken Mejia-Beal and their guests are – Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza, 2027 candidate for Chicago mayor – Kyna Lenhof, 2026 candidate for Chicago Board of Education – Owen Keehnen, author, historian and public speaker on LGBTQ history...
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Out Chicago | September 27, 2026
On this week's show Scott Duff is joined by guest co-host Ken Mejia-Beal and their guests are – Bridget Lee, founder of the Academy for Local Leadership (ALL Chicago) – Rauly Luna, playwright/director of "Of America: A Mall Delirium," playing at the Rhinoceros Theater Festival October 4, 11, 18…
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Out Chicago | September 20, 2026
On today's show – Eliza Bent (playwright) and Paul Oakley Stovall (actor) from "Bonnie's Last Flight," having its world premiere at Rivendell Theatre through October 17 – Jason Laurits, writer-director of "Loves Company," showing tonight (Sept 20) at Reeling International Film Festival – Whitney...
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Out Chicago| September 13, 2026
On this week's show – Mitchell J. Fain, cast member of “The Birth of the Pill,” having its world premiere at TimeLine Theatre through October 4 – Sheldon Epps (director) and Alan H. Green (actor) from Chicago Shakespeare Theater's production of "Play On!" playing through October 18 – Julio…
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Out Chicago | September 6, 2026
On this week's show – August Spree, senior manager of special events at AIDS Foundation Chicago – Tania Richard, writer and performer of "Black Girl From a White Suburb," along with the production's director J. Nicole Brooks; the solo show is having its world premiere at American Blues Theater...
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Out Chicago | August 30, 2026
On this week's show – Jay Kuo, two-time Tony-winning co-producer and composer; CEO and founder of The Social Edge (a social media and digital publishing company based in New York City); author of The Status Kuo Substack newsletter; and member of the board of directors for the Human Rights…
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Out Chicago | August 23, 2026
On this week's show Scott Duff is joined by guest co-host Ken Mejia-Beal and their guests are – Lindsay Gaskins, CEO of Chicago House – David Cerda, artistic director for Hell in a Handbag Productions; he is currently starring in “Joan Crawford Goes To Hell,” playing through September 27 at The...
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Out Chicago | August 16, 2026
On this week's show: – Madison Alderperson Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford, 2026 candidate for Wisconsin Assembly – Ada Cheng, speaker, producer, educator, storyteller; her solo show, “The Trouble with My Hair: Coloring, Cutting, and Coming into Who I Am,” is coming to five different locations…
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Out Chicago | August 9, 2026
On this week's show – Michael Ighodaro, filmmaker, human rights activist, and creator/director of “Red Light Diaries,” a seven-episode “global drama series that explores queer life, migration, and HIV prevention across six international cities” – Taylor Pasche (director) and Matt Schutz...
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Out Chicago | August 2, 2026
On this week's show – Chicago Ald. Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth, 48th Ward – RJ Silva, playwright of Nova Entertainment's production of "Hail Mary/Maria," opening August 14 at Chicago's Theater Wit Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT...
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Out Chicago | July 26, 2026
On this week's show Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by – Carolyn Pinta and Army Captain Katie Benn on Pinta Pride Project‘s letter writing campaign (read more) – Derek Van Barham, producing artistic director of Kokandy Productions; Kokandy’s production of “Hair” is now playing at the…
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Out Chicago | July 19, 2026
On this week's show Ellen Miller is joined by guest co-host Kathy Voltmer and their guests are – Andrew Sa, singer-songwriter; his new album, American Rough," came out on Bloodshot Records in June – Tim Rhoze, artistic director of Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre; their new show, “In the Continuum,”...
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Out Chicago | July 12, 2026
On this week's show – Ken Mejia-Beal of the LGBTQ+ Victory Fund – Sandra Delgado of “The Sandra Delgado Experience,” July 24-26 at Collaboraction – Lewis Rawlinson, writer and performer of “Nervous Breakdown in G Minor,” playing July 17-19 at Steppenwolf Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00…
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Out Chicago | July 5, 2026
On this week's show – Actor Alan H. Green, appearing in Marriott Theatre’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s “A Little Night Music” through August 9 – Keira Fromm, director of Raven Theatre’s “Octet,” playing at The Goodman’s Owen Theatre through August 2 Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00…
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WCPT's Live Coverage of the 55th Chicago Pride Parade
Scott Duff and Ellen Miller lead WCPT's live coverage of the 55th Chicago Pride Parade. Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/out-chicago). Follow us: Website: https://heartlandsignal.com WCPT Facebook:...
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Out Chicago | June 21, 2026
On this week's show – Cook County Circuit Court Judges Jill Rose Quinn and Cecilia Horan – Mona Noriega and Evette Cardona, 2026 Community Grand Marshals for the 55th Chicago Pride Parade, Sunday, June 28 – Steve Needham, co-artistic director for the Tin Drum Theatre Company; their new…
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Out Chicago | June 14, 2026
On this week's show – John Parker and Jim Pounds of KTNF AM 950’s “The Gaily Show,” weeknights at 10:00 p.m. Central on WCPT – Tracy Baim, co-founder and owner of Windy City Times and a grand marshal in the Chicago Pride Parade, June 28 – Zia Varajon, Chicago-based author, whose debut book…
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Out Chicago | June 7, 2026
On this week's show: – Madison Alderperson Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford, 2026 candidate for Wisconsin Assembly – Omari Collins, star of “Kinky Boots,” opening June 9 at the James M. Nederlander Theatre – Dylan Conmy, founder of the Ottawa Family Pride Festival, taking place Saturday, June 13…
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Out Chicago | May 31, 2026
On this week's show – Melissa McMahon, Woodstock Pride board member; Woodstock PrideFest happens June 12-14 – Ashley Robinson, playwright of “Brokeback Mountain,” having its North American premiere through June 28 at Chicago Shakespeare Theater – Manny Petty of Thirst Trap Salon with Manny Petty…
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Out Chicago | May 24, 2026
On this week's show – Jake Wittich, managing editor for The Windy City Times – Liz Chidester, singer, songwriter and actor, currently starring in "Always... Patsy Kline" at American Blues Theater through June 21 – Harley Reid, Teen Programs Coordinator at Hyde Park Art Center Catch “Out Chicago”...
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Out Chicago | May 10th, 2026
On this week’s show Scott and Ellen are joined by: – Carolyn Pinta, founder of BG Pride, along with her husband Bob Pinta; this year’s Buffalo Grove Pride Fest is scheduled for Sunday, June 7 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Paul Kruse, playwright; his new work, “Eelpout,” plays through May 30 at…
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Out Chicago | April 26, 2026
On this week's show Scott Duff is joined by guest co-host Tania Richard and their guests are – Elizabeth Stam, star and co-writer of “Hekla,” a new film by director Michael Glover Smith; it opens May 10 at the Music Box Theatre in Chicago – Kayla Boyle, star of the one-woman show “Call Me...
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Out Chicago | April 12, 2026
On this week's show – David Zippel, director of “Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon,” coming to Chicago’s Apollo Theater April 21-May 17 – Bob Bullen, Chicago-based actor, writer and singer; he is currently performing the role of Sylvia St. Croix in “Ruthless: The Musical,” playing April 15th...
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Out Chicago | April 5, 2026
On this week's show Scott Duff is joined by guest co-host Tania Richard (filling in for Ellen Miller) and their guests are – Noelle Oh, cast member of “White Rooster,” having its world premiere run at Chicago’s Lookingglass Theatre through April 26 – Ted Hoerl and Steve Scott, co-stars of “Love...
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Out Chicago | March 29, 2026
On this week's show – Alan Mingo Jr., star of “The Wiz,” playing at Chicago’s James M. Nederlander Theatre March 31-April 5, 2026 – Chase Glenn, executive director of the GenderCool Project Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT...
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Out Chicago | March 22, 2026
On today's show – Starr De Los Santos of Indivisible Chicago on next Saturday’s No Kings rally – Landree Flemming (director) and Alec Phan (actor) from About Face Theatre‘s new production of “Modern Gentleman” – Joli Robinson, CEO of Center on Halsted; their 2026 Human First Gala takes place…
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Out Chicago | March 15, 2026
On this week's show – Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL), 2026 candidate for U.S. Senate [Listen to the conversation] – Alex Grelle of “Grelley Duvall Best Actress,” playing through April 12 at Chicago’s Chopin Theatre – Claire Divizio, director of Thompson Street Opera Company‘s new production of “Off…
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Out Chicago | March 8, 2026
On this week's show – Zoey Carter, candidate for Illinois state House (District 93) – “Fully Committed” director Derek Bertelsen and actor Mike Newquist; the one-person show runs March 13 through 28 at the The Den Theater, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago – Asher McMaher, executive director of...
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Out Chicago | Mar. 1, 2026
On this week's show Scott Duff and guest co-host Tania Richard are joined by – Kevin Morrison, 15th District County Board commissioner and candidate for Congress – George Keating, star of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," playing through March 28 at the Marriott Theatre – Sophia Wong Boccio,...
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Out Chicago | Feb. 22 2026
On this week's show Ellen Miller is joined by guest co-host Kathy Voltmer and their guests are: – Wesley Taylor, cast member in The Goodman’s production of “Holiday,” playing through March 8 – Cat McDonnell of The Second City – Sara Feigenholtz, Illinois state senator serving the 6th District and...
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Out Chicago | Feb. 15, 2026
On this week's show – Mike Simmons, Illinois state senator (7th District) and candidate for Congress in the 9th District of Illinois – Alex Lubischer, playwright of Rivendell Theatre Ensemble‘s “Pivot,” playing through March 21 Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on...
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Out Chicago | Feb. 8, 2026
On this week's show: – Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss, candidate for Congress in the 9th District of Illinois – Collaboraction Theatre Company Artistic Director Anthony Moseley and Executive Director Darlene Jackson on “Trial in the Delta: The Murder of Emmett Till,” playing at the Kimball Arts…
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Out Chicago | January 25th, 2026
Scott Duff is joined by guest co-host Tania Richard and their guests are – John Parker and Jim Pounds of KTNF’s “The Gaily Show,” weeknights at 10:00 p.m. Central on WCPT – Jackson Evans, star of “Little Shop of Horrors,” playing through March 15 at the Marriott Theatre – August Spree, senior...
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Out Chicago | January 18th, 2026
Scott Duff and Ellen Miller are joined by: – Dr. Lindsay Doyle, LGBTQ+ affirming licensed clinical psychologist at Chicago Therapy Collective – Aurora Adachi-Winter, cast member of the Chicago premiere production of “Eureka Day,” the Tony Award®-winning hit satire of progressivism, parenting, and...
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Out Chicago, January 4th, 2025
On this week's show:| – Marj Halperin, Democratic analyst and political commentator on “The Mincing Rascals” podcast – Anne Friedman, executive director of Gay For Good, a national organization that mobilizes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ+) and ally volunteers to promote...
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Out Chicago, December 28th, 2025
On this week's show – John Parker and Jim Pounds, co-hosts of “The Gaily Show,” which originates from KTNF-Minneapolis and airs weeknights at 10:00 Central on WCPT – Ken Mejia-Beal of The LGBTQ+ Victory Fund and Youth Outlook Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on…
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Out Chicago, December 21, 2025
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Out Chicago, December 14th, 2025
On this week's show: – Timothy Jackson, senior director of Policy & Advocacy at AIDS Foundation Chicago – Jeff Copeland, author of “Love You Madly, Holly Woodlawn” – Carolyn Pinta of Buffalo Grove Pride Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central on WCPT...
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Out Chicago, December 7th, 2025
On this week's show: – Anthony Rapp, star of “Anthony Rapp: Home for the Holidays,” December 17-20 at The Joan & Paul Theatre in Chicago – Colin Kelty, co-founder of Stars & Garters retro entertainment venue (3914 N. Clark St. in Chicago) Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m....
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Out Chicago, Nov. 30, 2025
On this week's show: – Singer-songwriter Paul Williams (rebroadcast of a previous “Out Chicago” interview) – Christopher Pazdernik, Jeff Award-winning director and producer, and managing director of Season of Concern, an organization founded in 1987 to support Chicago theater practitioners...
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Out Chicago, Nov. 23, 2025
On this week's show: – Asher McMaher, executive director of Trans Up Front IL – Tara Mallen, artistic director of Rivendell Theatre Ensemble, on their 30th anniversary season and December 9 benefit screening of “Ghostlight” – Paul Oakley Stovall of Writers Theatre, which is performing “As You…
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Out Chicago, Nov. 16, 2025
On this week's show: – Karen Reitan, president and CEO of the Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago – Lesley Ann Warren, Oscar and Golden Globe nominee, who is hosting “Clue: The Movie 40th Anniversary Screening,” November 16 at Chicago’s Studebaker Theater – Russell Thomas of Lyric...
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Out Chicago, October 26th, 2025
On this week's show: – John Waters – Chase Glenn, new executive director of the GenderCool Project – Tim Rhoze and Bria Walker-Rhoze of “The Baldwin|Giovanni Experience,” which will have its world premier at Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre in Evanston, November 1-16 Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from...
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Out Chicago, October 19th, 2025
On this week's show: – Jess Wilcox, curator of Wrightwood 659’s “Scott Burton: Shape Shift,” a comprehensive look at artist Scott Burton, who blurred the boundaries between art and design, identity and public space – Marielle Kraft, indie-pop singer-songwriter who performs at Schubas Tavern in...
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Out Chicago, October 12th, 2025
On this week's show: – Kathy Tholin, chair of the Indivisible Chicago Alliance – Miz Cracker, RuPaul’s Drag Race star, who returns to Chicagoland with an all-new Halloween spectacular, Crack-O-Lantern: Things that Scare Me, 10/25 – Eileen Dixon, director/co-adapter of Redtwist Theatre’s “Chicago:...
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Out Chicago, October 5, 2025
On this week's show: – Madison Alderperson Dina Nina Martinez-Rutherford, 2026 candidate for Wisconsin Assembly – Jessica Esquivel, Ph.D., co-founder of Oyanova Enterprises – Sasha Velour, gender-fluid drag queen and visual artist – Alison Gash, professor of political science at the University of...
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Out Chicago September 28 2025
On this week's show: – John Parker and Jim Pounds, co-hosts of "The Gaily Show" on WCPT 820 – JJ Niemann, star of "Catch Me If You Can," playing at the Marriott Theatre through October 19 – Jen Kober, actor and comedian; she plays Zanies Rosemont October 1 Catch “Out Chicago” Sundays from 11:00...
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Out Chicago September 14 2025
On this week's show: – “Gangsta Baby” playwright and actor Cameron Rasdaal-Monro and director Rikki Beadle-Blair. Open Space Arts is presenting the American premiere of the London hit September 19-October 5. – Jeffrey McHale, director of “It’s Dorothy,” playing Sunday, September 21, as the...
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Out Chicago September 07 2025
Scott Duff is joined by guest co-host Ken Mejia-Beal and their guests are: – Ceramic artists and community organizers Lesley Bevan and Susan McBride; they talk about Pots to the People: Seconds for the First Amendment, happening Saturday, September 13th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. – Countess…
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From Heartland Signal and WCPT AM 820 in Chicago, here are full episodes from "Out Chicago" (Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central). Scott Duff and Ellen Miller invite you to spend Sunday brunch with your gay best friends! Each week on "Out Chicago" they tackle today’s headlines from a queer perspective and focus on the accomplishments of the vibrant LGBTQ community in Chicago and across the globeScott Duff is an OUT AND PROUD comic, actor and activist who performs throughout Chicagoland and around the country. Ellen Miller is an OUT AND PROUD accomplished musician who has had successful careers in the fields of radio advertising, and real estate."Out Chicago" is Chicago's only live broadcast for the LGBTQ community!
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From Heartland Signal and WCPT AM 820 in Chicago, here are full episodes from "Out Chicago" (Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Central). Scott Duff and Ellen Miller invite you to spend Sunday brunch with your gay best friends! Each week on "Out Chicago" they tackle today’s headlines from a queer...
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