Free Form Network

Free Form Network

Conversation podcast with native Chicagoans.

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July 12, 2026 73 mins
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This episode of FreeFormNetwork Radio is packed with casual conversation, humor, and lively debates. Andy and Danny kick things off by sharing stories from local summer festivals, discussing rising food prices, live music, fireworks, family outings, and the realities of getting older after late nights.

The conversation shifts to pop culture and technology as they debat...

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This week on Free Form Network Radio, Andy brings up CERN closing temporarily and the theories of its possible ripple effects worldwide. The guys discuss the world events that occurred after previous shutdowns at CERN. The question is what may happen this time around.

Andy and the guys talk about the UFC event held on the White House lawn. UFC Freedom 250 was a great success and the up...

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June 15, 2026 72 mins
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This week on Free Form Network Radio, Andy starts us off with conversation on his trip to Orlando Florida.  He stays in a timeshare with some friends, stops by a Buc-ee's gas station and visits Hogans shop to pickup some Hogan gear.  Noel beats a game on PS5, Bleach Rebirth of Soul.  This game has a lot of similarities to Guardians of the Galaxy.  Noel also beats with his nieces Power Ranger...

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June 1, 2026 67 mins
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Get ready for a no-holds-barred conversation where nothing is off limits. This week on FreeFormNetwork Radio, the crew dives into everything from must-watch movies to real-world chaos—and even the possibility of extraterrestrial life.

It starts with a deep review of a new breakout horror hit that’s leaving audiences shaken, followed by a nostalgic trip through classic martial arts films that still...

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May 17, 2026 72 mins
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Andy and Daniel discuss the Chicago White Sox and their hesitation to sign a new player in Munetaka Murakami despite him having scored over 10 home runs, with 4 being in one game alone. Here is to hoping for a continued good season for the local ball team.

Andy brings up the current JP Morgan lawsuit involving alleged sexual harassment in the workplace. The guys give ...

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May 3, 2026 74 mins
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Free Form Radio is a laid-back, conversational podcast recorded by three Chicagoans—Daniel, Noel, and Andy—who dive into movies, nostalgia, pop culture, and all the random stories that come with decades of friendship.

Andy kicks things off with a deep dive into the buzz around the new Michael Jackson biopic—does he buy into the social media hype, or is it all overblown? He also breaks down Wre...

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April 19, 2026 68 mins
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This week on FreeFormNetwork Radio, the crew dives headfirst into a mix of nostalgia, controversy, and the future of entertainment—and trust us, it gets wild.

Noel kicks things off with a deep dive into underrated horror, spotlighting Summer of ’84 and the OG Black Christmas (1974)—breaking down what makes these films stand the test of time and why old-school storytelling still hits harder tha...

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April 5, 2026 64 mins
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Daniel gives his review of 2018 medieval game Kingdom Come Deliverance. Daniel stated while the game has a PS5 patch to make it run smoother and with higher graphical fidelity, the realism of the game’s mechanics made it a bit off putting. Having to make sure the character eats and sleeps can be a step too far in the name of realism. The combat also felt a bit too realistic ...

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March 22, 2026 58 mins
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The crew is back on Freeform Radio feeling the effects of daylight saving time and jumping straight into real-life chaos.

Andy kicks things off with a wild story about installing a new washer and dryer—what should’ve been a quick upgrade turned into a multi-hour struggle full of unexpected problems, heavy lifting, and last-minute hardware runs.

From there, the conversation shifts into entertainment...

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March 8, 2026 67 mins
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This week on Freeform Radio, the guys cover everything from video games and movies to Olympic glory, global tensions, and one of rock’s most controversial deaths.

Noel kicks things off in the gaming world after finally finishing Guardians of the Galaxy. He breaks down the cinematic gameplay, team-based combat system, and the surprisingly fun “huddle” mechanic that pumps up your squad mid-battl...

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February 22, 2026 65 mins

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Daniel plays Mafia 3 and gives his thoughts on this game that is an oldie, but a goodie.

Daniel watched the new installment into the Frankenstein franchise and enjoyed it more than he previously expected. The guys discuss going into movies with lower expectations and being more impressed versus having high expectations and having a film underdeliver.

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February 8, 2026 68 mins
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In this week’s episode of Free Form Radio, Daniel, Andy, and Noel kick things off by comparing Midwest winter chaos before diving into a full slate of movies, TV, and gaming talk.

Noel starts us off with a detailed breakdown of Carlito’s Way—its legacy, performances by Al Pacino and Sean Penn, Brian De Palma’s direction, and why the film still stands tall among classic crime dramas. He a...

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January 25, 2026 64 mins
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The Freeform Radio crew kicks off the new episode full of movies, games, sports, and tech talk. Noel starts things off with a blunt review of Aquaman 2, breaking down why the long-delayed DC sequel falls flat despite its massive budget, uneven CGI, and rushed finale. He then shifts gears to recommend Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant, praising the intense, emotional military drama starring Jake Gyllenhaal, and s...

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January 11, 2026 63 mins
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Andy talks about the Bears winning the NFC North and having their best year in a very long time. The guys discuss the coaching changes over the years and the great run they’ve had this year.

For Christmas/NYE, Andy brings up liking to cook and eat Prime Rib, and talks about how many of our Hispanic family would consider it raw, despite Prime Rib being a meat that needs to be...

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December 28, 2025 64 mins
Update on our week: FFR is finally back together! Andy kicks off the week by breaking down John Cena’s final match, sharing his honest take on the bout and reflecting on Cena’s legendary career. He also dives into a very modern dilemma—upgrading phones with his wife. Was the switch smooth, or a total headache? Noel brings the hype with the newly released Street Fighter live-action movie trailer. Does it embrace th...
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December 14, 2025 66 mins

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This week’s episode is packed with games, movies, family moments, and timely discussions. Noel kicks things off by diving into the video game Horizon Zero Dawn, sharing his thoughts and experiences before switching gears to movie reviews of the holiday classic A Year Without Santa Claus and the timeless favorite The Wizard of Oz.

Danny then brings the sports and holiday vibes, talking about attending a Chi...

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November 30, 2025 69 mins

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Daniel talks about prepping the house and yard for this upcoming winter season.

He also fills us in on how to prepare a compost bin to help break down compost over the winter to be ready by spring.

Daniel gives his take on a documentary he recently viewed regarding Quincy Jones and his impact on the music industry. It is a definite must watch for music fans

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November 16, 2025 63 mins

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Get ready for another action-packed episode! This week, Andy dives into a hot topic: President Trump’s bold proposal for 50-year mortgages. Could this be a game-changer for homebuyers? Plus, there’s buzz about Trump's team sending out $2000 checks to working citizens—will it be a tax break or cold, hard cash in the mail?

Meanwhile, Noel takes us on a trip down memory lane, revisiting the City S...

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November 2, 2025 63 mins

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Daniel is back and diving deep into his latest movie binge — Saw, Kraven the Hunter, and Signs! With Halloween just behind us, he’s breaking down what gave chills, what fell flat, and which film deserves a rewatch. Meanwhile, Andy covers a shocking ICE arrest involving a Chicago suburban police officer — how do cases like this even fall through the cracks? Plus, the Law & Order revival has ...

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October 19, 2025 69 mins

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Andy gives an update on 3I Atlas

Andy and Daniel discuss their opinion on NFL trying to expand globally and bring in foreign audiences. There are mixed opinions on having American Football shown and played internationally.

Daniel goes into detail on property taxes increasing year after year

Daniel talks about his most recen...

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