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Lara threw away a family heirloom on today's Chicago Confessions, and her aunt is not very happy about it. Also, we find out the sexiest things that no-one asked for but everyone needs. And of course, Whip has a hot take that's gonna knock your cheese curds off.

Chris chats with North Pond Executive Chefs Cesar Murillo and John Brandon about Celebrity Chef Ball 2026 benefiting Meals on Wheels Chicago on Friday, October 23rd.More than 50 top chefs, including many Michelin, James Beard, and Bib Gourmand awardees, work together to create a truly unique experience for Meals on Wheels Chicago supporters. Guests enjoy tasting stations, cocktails, custom six-course tasting menus prepared just for their table by a team of top chefs, raffles, live auction, and more!For more information, click HERE.Listen to The Morning Mix weekdays from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris of The Morning Mix chats with cast members of Music Theater Works' Jimmy Buffett's Escape to Margaritaville now on stage at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts!Music Theater Works presents the first professional production of JIMMY BUFFET’S ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE in Chicago since its pre-Broadway run. Set sail for a tropical getaway with this feel-good musical packed with island vibes and beloved Buffett classics. This lighthearted romantic comedy follows Tully, a laid-back island singer, and Rachel, a career-focused tourist, as their worlds collide at a beachfront resort. With a story about adventure, self-discovery, and living life to the fullest, ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE is the ultimate musical vacation for Parrot Heads and newcomers alike.For tickets and more information, click HERE.Listen to The Morning Mix weekdays from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at…

Nikki is back to the Morning Mix and is feeling great! It's so amazing to hear a familiar voice. Also, Alexis got transferred to NYC and hasn't told her fiancé yet. And we learn about the weirdest things that happened during a job interview.

Amelia might need a new apartment after today's Chicago Confessions. Also, your kids beg for something that you know deep down, they really don't want. And you've been waiting for it, the professional Hallmark review of Holliday Touchdown: A Bears Love Story.

Chris and Whip of The Morning Mix chat with comedian Hannah Magy about her life of improv online and her upcoming shows at The Den Theatre in Chicago. Hannah is a Chicago-based comedian, actress, and writer. She was just named one of Time Out’s comedians to watch in 2026!To see Hannah in Oh Great, They're Gonna Sing - get tickets here.Listen to The Morning Mix weekdays from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Molly eavesdrops on her coworker speaking Spanish on today's Chicago Confessions. You want to sleep like a starfish? You're in luck because we learned about all the perks to being single. And it's Friday so of course we need to hear some Good News. All that and more on today's Episode of the Morning Mix Podcast.

Chris of The Morning Mix chats with actress Carmen Berkeley about Dead Girl's Quinceañera, now on stage at Goodman Theatre in Chicago!Maria has not responded to any messages in 19 hours. Now, her three best friends—armed with confidence, questionable clues and zero adult supervision—are on the case, racing against the clock to find out what happened. The pressures of Latine girlhood punctuate this joy ride through the power and pleasure of adolescent friendships—a comic thriller of secrets, sisterhood and solving crime.For tickets and show information, click HERE.Listen to The Morning Mix weekdays from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's Chicago Confession drives an outpouring of support for our caller's kid, we have a follow up and update on our dear Nikki (who will be back soon!), and we've got your back on what to stream or skip!

Jaime Tribo and Cody Langlois - a sibling team from Tinley Park competing on The Amazing Race Season 39 - join Chris of The Morning Mix to chat about the competition, why they auditioned, and what we can expect from this season!Watch The Amazing Race Wednesdays on CBS and Paramount+.Listen to The Morning Mix with Chris, Nikki, and Whip live weekday mornings from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you're over hearing about Kelly Clarkson's beef with a small store in Brooklyn, so is Whip - he punches up in today's Hot Take. Plus, Chris does something that his wife says is lowkey psychotic and she calls in to the show to defend herself!

Sometimes you need some alone time, so much so that you lie to your husband about your work commute. Plus, have you ever gone back to a date's place only to discover it was disgusting? And sometimes, a job just isn't worth sticking around and you have to quit on that spot.

Ethan Hawke chats with Chris and Whip of The Morning Mix about Season 2 of his show The Lowdown back on FX October 14th. Listen to The Morning Mix weekday mornings from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mondays mean we want to hear your Weekend Oopsies, and today it's a Weekend Poopsie! Plus, Sarah Jindra of WGN fame had a critter in her house so needed to hear your stories about when the outside came IN, and was your ex at your wedding?

Chris of The Morning Mix chats with Kelly Wilson, GM of Jake Melnick's about their new "DA SWIFT Picks" menu designed in collaboration with D'Andre Swift of the Chicago Bears! The menu includes High Step Hoagie Dip, Hometown Fries, and Swift City Wings!For more on the Da Swift Picks menu, click HERE.Listen to The Morning Mix weekdays from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are officially in Spooky Season which means we need to know your irrational fears. You may have been involved in a love triangle, but did you win? And it's Friday which means we've got your Good News.

We didn't know it was possible but today's Chicago Confession is outshone by a caller responding to said confession. Plus, we've got to motivate our Chicago White Sox to win in today's Thursday Threestyle, and some of you are inheriting more than just headaches from relatives.

Chris of The Morning Mix chats with 2026 Portraits of Hope Ambassadors, Dawn Mosley and LaTia Maxwell about their cancer journeys. Portraits of Hope show an outstanding commitment to the fight against cancer, by continually offering inspiration through their outstanding presence and significant contribution (time, talents, and financial - raising a minimum of $2,500) in their local community through Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Chicago. For more information on Portraits of Hope, click HERE.For more information about the 2026 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event, click HERE.Listen to The Morning Mix weekday mornings from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A woman was injured at a bachelorette party in Vegas and some of you have also been in pain at the party, Whip gets hot under the collar because he's overwhelmed by national days in today's Hot Take, and you love something even if it's not made for you

Justin Timberlake recently apologized to...the world for his beat boxing phase, so we had to know - which phase of your life are you apologizing for? Plus, your kid may want Skyrizi in their stocking this year, and the Bears and White Sox are on a tear so we need your sports superstitions to keep them going.

Today's Chicago Confession will have you chanting GREEN BAY SUCKS, you were burned by someone who was just trying to help, and we've got a forgetful Weekend Oopsie.

Is Maddie out of her mind on today's Chicago Confession? I'll tell you this, your coffee orders aren't as crazy as Mitch's, and it's Friday which means it's time to hear some good news.

We kicked off our Men Wear Pink campaign with Thursday 3Style as we raise money in the fight against breast cancer. We also have a very special guest, filling in for Nikki the next couple weeks, Sarah Jindra from WGN's Chicago Spotlight!

Chris of The Morning Mix chats with actress Sam Scruggs who will portray Jenna in Waitress on stage at the James M. Nederlander Theater with Broadway in Chicago!Don't miss Waitress. Get tickets and more information here.Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as “The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie” and “Betrayed By My Eggs Pie.” When a baking contest in a nearby county — and a satisfying encounter with someone new — show Jenna a chance at a fresh start, she must find the courage to seize it. Change is on the menu, as long as Jenna can write her own perfectly personal recipe for happiness.Listen to The Morning Mix with Chris, Nikki, and Whip weekday mornings from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…

You're dead. But your friends are trying to summon you back to life. What items should they use to bring you back? Plus, Whip needs you to get away from him in today's Hot Take, and some of you are finding critters that got caught.

Chris and Nikki of The Morning Mix chat with Chef Paul Kahan (Blackbird, avec, The Publican, Big Star) about being awarded the Culinary Excellence Award the upcoming Banchet Awards! The Banchet Awards will celebrate their 25th Anniversary on January 31st, 2027 at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance in Chicago! Get your tickets here.Listen to The Morning Mix weekday mornings from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store or Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today we have a big update from Nikki, a Chicago Confession that has our audience united behind the caller, and some sounds just send us into an instant rage.

It's Monday which means we have alllllll the Weekend Oopsies, don't worry, we remembered the right day! Plus, some people are springing date surprise set ups on people, and you may wear a fancy outfit to said date that you're returning tomorrow.

Today's Chicago Confession has our audience completely aligned against our confessor, a bedazzled shirt is a very petty reason to breakup with someone, and is bringing an iced coffee to a job interview unprofessional? We let you decide.

Sometimes your parents never stop parenting you and it means there are a lot of behaviors we all wish our parents would stop doing, today's Chicago Confession has one caller saying YUCK, and we needed to hear the origin stories of your nickname.

Chris & Nikki of The Morning Mix chat with Joie Chitwood, Executive Director of the 2026 Presidents Cup about the delicious food available on the course for fans! Fans attending the 2026 Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club will experience a taste of Chicago throughout Medinah Country Club, taking place September 22-27. This year’s food and beverage lineup will feature dishes from Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants including elevated fare like a Lobster Roll from RPM Seafood, a Wagyu Hot Dog from Gus’ Sip & Dip, and hand-rolled sushi from Sushi-san, as well as favorites from Bub City, il Porcellino, Pizzeria Portofino, The Oakville Grill & Cellar, Summer House and Tallboy Taco.For more information on Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, click here.For more information or tickets to the Presidents Cup at Medinah Country Club, click here.Listen to The Morning Mix weekday mornings from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy…

Sometimes you think your opening line is going to crush but you actually bomb the first impression, you couldn't have it as a kid so you got it as an adult, and even in the saddest of times funeral fails are still really funny

Taylor Swift was caught celebrating Travis Kelce's touchdown last night by screaming THAT'S MY HUSBAND, so we had to hear about your partner pride. It's Monday which means we've got a particularly crunchy Weekend Oopsie, and some of you are getting caught prankin'.

It's a fabulous Friday which means we've got your Good News! Plus, a Chicago Confession that has one family gagging, and couples are going dates in some weird places.

A 3 year old just set a world record as the youngest person to visit every single Disney park, and so did her parents! What did you get for your kids that was really for you? Chris straps on his lederhosen for today's Thursday Threestyle, and we need you to help us remember your name!

Are you friend's with your ex's ex?? That's the case for major suckball Aaron Rodgers. Whip takes a hot iron to a season he thinks is overrated in today's Hot Take, and you may have gotten into a hobby later in life. Or started a whole new career!

Chris of The Morning Mix chats with actor Tyler Meredith about The Attic - now on stage at Goodman Theatre. From the primal vista of her childhood bedroom springs Shana Carroll’s wildly imaginative, ground-breaking memoir that takes theater to new heights. Inspired by the Tony Award-nominated former trapezist’s mesmerizing life story, a company of fearless performers transforms memory into daring aerial feats that are as moving as they are breathtaking. In the air, on the floor and from the heart, Montreal’s multidisciplinary creative collective, The 7 Fingers, brings its “thrillingly modern brand of circus” (Time Out New York) to The Goodman in this moving new work that embraces the fear and courage of being human.For more information on The Attic and to purchase tickets, click here.Listen to The Morning Mix weekday mornings from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or with the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and…

Be honest, your kid is highly involved in youth sports and you hate it...or at least our confessor on today's Chicago Confessions does. We've got your full Emmy's rundown in Nikki's Deep Dish, including one celeb who was asking to be friends with Spiderman. So we had to know, how do you ask people to be your friend?

On today's Chicago Confessions, Ally lied to her husband about going on a girls trip that costs $4,800! We dove into some crazy things happened to us but we don't have evidence. We SWEAR it happened though! And it's Monday so we have some solid Weekend Oopsie's for ya.

On the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on 9/11/2001, The Morning Mix looks back on that notorious day, discussing where they were and how that day affected them. Also, on today's Chicago Confession, Krista has a college fund for her daughter but is conflicted if she should use it or not.

Julia wants a new bike and Tony just might help her out on today's Chicago Confessions. We also had a realization that fun family movies might not have aged too well, and DAAAA Bears are back and so is Thursday ThreeStyle!

Today, Chris, Nikki, and Whip learn what happens when you skim off the top at work. Plus Nikki's Thousand Dollar Minute puts Mike on the spot to win the cash!Listen to The Morning Mix weekday mornings from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or on the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris of The Morning Mix chats with Rammel Chan of TimeLine Theatre's The Birth of the Pill. The Birth of the Pill takes place in the mid‑20th century as a radical dream begins to take shape: a simple pill that would give women full control over their reproductive futures. For more on the play and to purchase tickets, click HERE.Listen to The Morning Mix weekday mornings from 5:30am - 10:00am on 101.9fm The Mix in Chicago or on the free Mix App available in the Apple App Store and Google Play. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today we've got Labor Day weekend oopsies, people playing softball right after giving birth, and some travel destinations people reeeeeaaallly don't want to go back to

Taylor messed up at work and is letting her coworker take the blame, we discover the best way to annoy your partner, and it's Friday which means it's time for some Good News.

Chris of The Morning Mix chats with Carrie Cihasky, Director of Events and Community Engagement with PAWS Chicago about the recently announced PAWS Rescue Ranch! The PAWS Chicago Rescue Ranch, once a 20-acre equestrian center, is being transformed into a homeless pet adoption, enrichment, and education facility. This new campus will be PAWS Chicago’s flagship location — a calm, natural environment where cats and dogs can decompress from the stress of shelter life as they await uniting with their new families.For more information, click HERE. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris found out he's signed up for a pickleball league with his wife who didn't tell him, there are weird accomplishments that make you feel like you've got your life together, and do you know what a cow chip is? No? Well listen and find out, but leave your gloves at home.

Today we have a Chicago Confession that has a woman using AI for nefarious reasons, you have secret hiding places from your kids (and husbands), and Whip is soooo tired of stinky boys blaming their problems on everyone else in today's Hot Take.

Today's Chicago Confession has a meddling mom potentially ruining a college student's future, Park Ridge Pete solves all marriage problems, and we want to know how much you spent on your wedding.

Today's Chicago Confession has Terry struggling with money problems...that aren't hers, you may have seen some weird things in your date's apartment, and today's Weekend Oopsie has us running on E.