If you are feeling the societal pressures to perform certain actions or reach mythical timelines in your relationship, fear not, Dr. Nicole K. McNichols is here to help you make you feel better about your relationship.
What is your key to a happy, healthy relationship? The conversation lives on Facebook!
The lovable, purple dinosaur that graced the TV sets of children for decades, is finally back. “Barney & Friends” has been off the air since 2010, but Mattel is reviving the extinct creature for a 2024 reboot…and he’s going to be animated. Mattel is relaunching its Barney franchise through a series of television, film and YouTube videos alongside a line of toys, books, clothing and accessories. A new animated series is set for release in 2024, followed by a product line in 2025.
Mattel’s resurrection of this franchise comes after successful relaunches of its Monster High and Masters of the Universe franchises, both of which have have launched new content and consumer products in recent years.
Chicago comedy icons Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are going on tour and Chicago is getting one of their tour dates. The duo is teaming up for “The Restless Leg Tour” and hitting Washington DC, Boston, Atlantic City, and of course, Chicago,
Both Fey and Poehler are Second City and iO alumni who have since go on to…*checks notes*…take over the comedy world. We can’t wait for this show.
Cardi B and Offset are the first couple to receive a couples-themed McDonald’s meal. Available across the U.S., the meal features the celebrities’ favorite items and is “perfect for sharing with your plus one, your situationship, your best friend, or anyone in between,” according to a McDonald’s news release.
Cardi B’s half of the meal includes a McDonald’s Cheeseburger paired with tangy BBQ sauce and a large Coca-Cola. Offset brings to the table a Quarter Pounder with Cheese and a Large Hi-C Orange Lavaburst. Each meal will come with a large order of fries and a hot, flaky apple pie to share.
Punk Rock Vegan Movie is available to watch for free on YouTube .
2023 was a banner year for ads during The Big Game. From Crown Royal to T-Mobile to Tubi, companies big and small created a ton of buzz.
Will Ferrell’s GM x Netflix
Breaking Bad x Pop Corners
Workday x Rockstars
Dave Grohl x Crown Royal
Ben Affleck x T-Mobile
Tubi shocks America
You know what we’re not going to link? The Farmer’s Dog commercial. Shame on them.
Is there a more 2023 headline?
While camping out in Las Vegas, the 27-foot long wiener had its catalytic converter stolen. The crew became aware of the theft on Friday morning, when they couldn’t get it started before for a 10AM appearance at a supermarket. It was then towed to a truck-rental facility where mechanics installed a “temporary” catalytic converter.
Currently, there are six Wienermobiles in Oscar Mayer’s “meat fleet,” according to the company. Wiener enthusiasts can check their whereabouts on the official Oscar Mayer website.
Dave Grohl, the newest Crown Royal spokesman, performed an invite-only show for the liquor company. “If you’re wondering why I’m here,” he said with a grin, “I’ve had a long and fruitful relationship with Crown Royal.” He played a raw, stripped back set featuring four of his biggest hits in “Times Like These”, “My Hero”, “Best of You” and “Everlong”.
Dave Grohl is bringing Foo Fighters back on the road this summer, and while no dates in Chicago are confirmed yet, we are crossing our fingers that he’ll stop by a pay a visit sooner rather than later.
A bill that would make it easier for people in Wyoming to consume alcohol while doing things like throwing axes, darts and chicken roping is only one step away from reaching Gov. Mark Gordon’s desk. Senate File 13 would make entertainment-based businesses in Wyoming eligible for a bar and grill liquor license. These businesses now have to compete with other businesses for retail liquor licenses.
The expanded license states that 60% of the revenue for license holders could be from the grill or entertainment, or a combination of the two.
Is our national nightmare finally over? Gossip vultures swarmed over Megan Fox after she wiped her photos of Machine Gun Kelly from her Instagram and then quoted Beyonce’s ‘Lemonade’, a notorious breakup album.
She followed Eminem on Instagram, who ether’ed Machine Gun Kelly out of the hip hop genre a few years ago.
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Moor’s Brewing was co-founded by Jamhal Johnson and Damon Patton, who recently spoke with WGN about their success.
More information about the brewery, including where to buy it, can be found here.
8-year-old Molly Morris, someone who captured the hearts of Brian & Justin and all of Chicagoland in May 2021 when she was diagnosed with stage four kidney cancer, has passed away.
Morris will be remembered for her infectious spirit and the #MollyStrong campaign that took Chicago by storm. In a statement written by her parents, they said, “The void of Molly Grace will be felt on a million levels for us and thousands of people. Molly united strangers and whole communities like nobody before her. She showed the world how much love and kindness exists,” Erin Morris wrote. “We will never, ever let a day go by without mentioning her name or rehashing a hilarious Molly story. We promised her we wouldn’t let anyone forget her, ever. We also promised her we would fight like hell for all the other children and families.”
We will always be #MollyStrong, forever.
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Linkin Park opened their archives up and found “Lost”, a song from 2003’s Meteora sessions. We are floored by how good this sounds.
Chester, we miss you, we love you, and we’re so thankful we were able to hear your voice once more.
On Friday, February 10, Q101 will be playing “Lost” at the top of every hour. We hope you join us in listening to it over and over again.
More information on Linkin Park’s stunning Meteora 20th Anniversary re-issue can be found here.
With 11 bodies of young men being pulled out of Lake Michigan recently, it’s impossible to ignore the growing rumor that there is a serial killer on the loose. The National Desk news outlet recently spoke to Karen Conti, who represented John Wayne Gacy during his death row appeals. She said, “Nobody’s talking about it but it’s an astounding amount of men and it could be as many as 15 men in a period of just over a year.” She continued, “Days later, they are found in either the lake or the river…and this is now being tied to what they called ‘The Smiley Face Killers,’ and I urge your viewers to Google that. That’s somewhere between 45 and 200 young men, who have disappeared all over the country in the same exact way. and they’re saying that there’s a possibility that there is a killer or group of killers who are doing this in a ritualistic fashion. We don’t know those facts yet, but it’s something we really need to watch.”
Information on The Smiley Face Killers can be found here.
You might be suffering from “Boyfriend Air” and you don’t even know it. If your house feels grimy, slimy, or greasy after your boyfriend is in your space, you might be one of the many women who are falling victim to this phenomenon.
“Two seconds with my boyfriend and suddenly I have no makeup on, my face is puffy and breaking out, I haven’t showered in weeks and my hair looks like a creature has been living in it.” claims one woman. Her thoughts were echoed by commenters immediately.
If you or someone you know is suffering from boyfriend air, they may be entitled to financial compensation.
If you are itching to get out of the house this weekend with temperatures expected to flirt with 50 degrees, check out these events that the Q101 staff are itching to get to.
University of Chicago Folk Festival (February 10-11): The 63rd annual University of Chicago Folk Festival is back in person for 2023. Attendees will enjoy seven bands from a variety of genres, including blues, bluegrass, Bulgarian folk, Irish folk and more. Tickets are $30 for general admission, $20 for seniors and $5 for students. You can purchase tickets here.
Winter GreekFest (February 10-12): It’s still cold out but you can escape to the isles of Greece for a bit this weekend by heading to St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church for Winter Greekfest. The three-day event will include lots of authentic Greek fare and spirits plus live music and dancing. Free parking will be available at Swedish Hospital. More info can be found here.
Chicago Auto Show (February 11-19): The Chicago Auto Show, the largest car show in North America, is headed back to McCormick Place for 10 days this February to showcase the latest and greatest developments in the world of cars, trucks, electric cars and concept cars. Manufacturers trot out their newest models in elaborate exhibitions, often accompanied by interactive installations that allow you to get behind the wheel (whether physically via indoor/outdoor test track or virtually). Tickets can be purchased here.
Sarah Silverman at The Chicago Theater (February 11): Sarah Silverman will bring the Grow Some Lips Tour to The Chicago Theatre on Saturday, February 11.
Cocktails With Cupid (February 12): Presented by Chicago Vintage Fest, Cocktails With Cupid at Thalia Hall will showcase 20 vintage and handmade vendors. Guests will also be able to sip on Valentine’s-themed concoctions and take a picture with cupid. Entry is free; RSVP here.
The Den Theater’s Puppy Bowl (February 12): Don’t care about football? Then join the Den Theatre for the Puppy Bowl instead. You’ll be able to watch little pups on the big screen and enjoy mimosas and Bloody Marys from the bar all afternoon. There will also be a complimentary brunch buffet as well as activities for children. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Anti-Cruelty Society to help rescue, shelter and foster animals. Buy tickets here.
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Depeche Mode’s fifteenth studio album “Memento Mori” will be released March 24th.
Paramore played to a sold-out Grand Ole Opry in Nashville for their “This Is Why” album release show. Their sixth studio album is set to be released on February 10, but Paramore gave their hometown fans a treat during the blistering 90-minute set, debuting “Running Out of Time” as a part of the band’s three-song encore.
“It’s not that deep…unless you want to think about the planet dying,” explained front-woman Hayley Williams before launching into the post-punk number.
We cannot wait to listen to “This Is Why” upon its release.
