Producer MJ here! AKA the on-air producer of The Steve Shannon Show. My dog Nelly, my family, and my friends are the most important thing in my life. When I'm not on the air I'm probably watching game shows or YouTube. Catch me Monday-Friday 6:00-10 a.m.
MJ
A New COVID-19 Vaccination Website Just Launched in Illinois
It's wild to think that almost a year later we're finally in the midst of the COVID-19 vaccine getting rolled out. And now that we're in that phase, do you know if you're eligible to receive the vaccine? Good news Illinois, there's actually a website that just launched to make this whole phase of the pandemic a little less confusing...
VIDEO: Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium Penguins First Field Trip of 2021
When I think back on 2020 life, I'll never forget the entertainment and joy the Shedd Aquarium Penguins brought me throughout the whole year.
When the Chicago aquarium shut down, they realized that the animals there could use some exploring and interaction...
Help Ditch Your New Year’s Eve Hangover With This One Grocery Item
Did you know that January first is like national hangover day? It's the day out of the year the most people are hungover. It makes sense, you're ending a year and you're celebrating a new one. That means you're probably drinking double what you'd normally drink...
You Can Stay at These Dreamy Winter Geo-Domes In Wisconsin
One of my favorite experiences I had in 2020 was staying at a really cool Airbnb in Michigan City, IN. Sure Airbnbs are great for a quick overnight stay when you're traveling, but there's a whole different world of Airbnbs you might be missing out on...
6 of The Weirdest Holiday Flavored Foods You Can Buy This Year
'Tis the season of peppermint, gingerbread, Christmas cookie and all your other favorite holiday flavors. Menus and store shelves are filled with plenty of holiday flavored goodies. But did you know there's a whole other world of holiday flavored things out there...
VIDEO: Chicago Shedd Aquarium Penguins Take Another Adorable Field Trip
You know when you watch a video on your phone or computer and when it's over and the screen goes black and you're literally staring at a reflection of yourself smiling because the video made you feel that good? That's what happens to me every time I watch a video of the Shedd Aquarium penguins taking a field trip...
Shedd Aquarium’s New Baby Penguins Are Here to Make Your Week
I remember at the start of quarantine, the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago brought a ton of joy to our lives by sharing videos of their penguins. The penguins took field trips all around the aquarium and Chicago, and it was nothing short of amazing...
Illinois’ “Best Beer” is Actually Perfect For Halloween
I'm not much of a drinker, but if I do decide to have a drink, more likely than not it'll be a beer. But I can admit I'm not a serious beer drinker. I stick to the light and easy stuff. So Illinois "Best Beer" honestly intimidates me...
Hocus Pocus Wine Makes Celebrating Halloween on The Couch Better
Looking for some wine to put a spell on you this Halloween? Look no further.
Calling all 'Hocus Pocus' fans, oh yeah, and calling all wine fans (everyone). Your dreams have come true because this Halloween we can watch a classic favorite while sipping some spooky wine...
Costco’s 4-Pound Pumpkin Pies Are Back For The Season
I love pie. It's one of my favorite desserts, and fall is pie prime time.
There's pumpkin, apple, cherry, cranberry, pecan, and so many more. But when you think of fall dessert, you can't help but think of pumpkin pie.
And if you love pumpkin pie, then you NEED to try to Costco's giant 4-pound pumpkin pie...