Lin's Bin

Mondays and Fridays at 7:15am and 6:15pm

Got a question for XRT's Morning Host, Lin Brehmer? Well, now you can ask him! Monday and Friday mornings at 7:15, with an encore performance at 6:15pm, Lin will be answering e-mails sent to him by XRT listeners, and those who are chosen will receive a prize pack from WXRT! Just e-mail your question to linsbin@wxrt.com, be sure to put "Lin's Bin" in the subject line, and your mailing address and phone number in the body of the e-mail. Then listen to Lin Brehmer in the mornings and you could win!

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6/29/09: Trillion
How big is a trillion? Lin says it's not as big as it used to be.
6/26/09: Would You Hurt A Fly?
Lin explores the effects of hurting a fly.
6/19/09: Bowling, Part Two
What is it about bowling that people like? Part Two.
6/15/09: Bowling, Part One
What is it about bowling that people like?
6/22/09: No
Lin explores the use of the negative word "No" in rock and roll songs.
6/12/09: The Blues
Why does listening to the blues make us feel so good? Lin says the blues were born to sustain us.
6/8/09: Coffee
Why do we love coffee? Is it because caffiene is one of the only legal substances we can use?
6/5/09: High Pitched Voices in Rock
What happened to all the high pitched voices in rock music? Lin explains his theory.
6/1/09: School Goodbyes
Why is it so hard to say goodbye?
5/29/09: Nurses
How come school teachers and firemen are always getting accolades but registered nurses aren't getting the same attention?
5/22/09: Why was this done to us?
Lin dives into the philosophical meaning of why things happen to us.
5/15/09: Do Overs
In what cases should we be allowed a do over?
5/11/09: Paper or Plastic
How come grocery stores never ask if you want paper or plastic anymore?
5/8/09: Blame
Who should take the blame when things go wrong? Lin looks into the blame game.
5/4/09: Mountain Climbing
Lin discusses the dangers of mountain climbing.
5/1/09: Made Up Words
Are pseudo-words a creative way to sell a product or the bastardization of the English language?
4/27/09: Spices
Lin explores the use of spices in rock songs.
4/24/09: Inventions Part Two
Lin discusses inventions that don't get the praise they deserve. Part Two.
4/20/09: Inventions Part One
Lin discusses inventions that don't get the praise they deserve. Part One.
4/17/09: Dead Rock Stars
Why is the average life span of rock stars 43 years? Lin weighs the problems of rock musicians.
4/13/09: Cubs Opening Day
Is this finally going to be the year the Cubs win the World Series? Lin hopes the Cubs show him the crazy.
4/10/09: Lazy
Lin discusses why men seem more lazy than women.
4/6/09: Spring Break
Lin discusses the safety of various Spring Break destinations.
4/3/09: Action Heroes Part Two
Who is the best movie action hero of all time? Part two.
3/30/09: Action Heroes Part One
Who is the best movie action hero of all time? Lin debates between Jason Bourne and John McClain.
3/27/09: Best Friends
Lin explains why he's your best friend in the whole world.
3/23/09: Mondegreens
Did you ever think you knew the lyrics to a song, only to find out you were singing the wrong words all along?
3/20/09: Double Entendres
Lin discusses rock and roll double entendres.
3/16/09: Horses Part Two
What is the deal with horse songs? Lin explains the powerful symbolism of horses in lyrics. Part Two.
3/9/09: The Land of Lin
What would the Land of Lin look like?
3/13/09: Horses Part One
What is the deal with horse songs? Lin explains the powerful symbolism of horses in lyrics.
3/6/09: Are We There Yet?
Lin says there are so many important questions to be asked on a road trip. So, why is the question "are we there yet?" even asked?
3/2/09:Divorces
Why are divorces so expensive Lin?
2/27: Board Games
Are there any board games mentioned in rock music?
2/23/09: When I Was Young
Lin describes what things were like when he was a kid.
2/18: Maturity Part Two
What's the most immature way to celebrate your 50th birthday? Part Two.
2/16: Maturity Part One
What's the most immature way to celebrate your 50th birthday?
2/20: Books are Reality
What's the deal with the fingerprint payment and computerized ordering at the deli? There is a catalogue of literature that described the present and future.
2/13: Secrets
Why is it so hard for anyone to keep a secret?
2/11: Valentine
What's an appropriate Valentine's Day gift Lin? He'll tell you in this episode of Lin's Bin.
2/6: Time Travel Part One
If you could travel in time, where would you go?
2/4: Flirt
What is the difference between sexual harrassment and plain ol' flirting Lin?
12/5: Music in Relationships
Is music an important part of a relationship? Lin responds with the question, what does a relationship even mean?
2/2: Guns Part Two
Lin discusses whether you should buy a gun and your reasons behind actually wanting one. Part Two.
1/30: Guns Part One
Lin discusses whether you should buy a gun and your reasons behind actually wanting one.
1/28: First Girlfriend
Lin talks about his girlfriend history and where it all began.
1/14: We all love Jack Bauer from "24"
Jack Bauer is loved by all, he is our darkside.
1/26: Facebook
We long for privacy, but why do we need to know what you are doing right now?
1/23: Why Do Girls Listen to Bad Music?
Before you attempt to answer this question, remember there would be no "King of Rock and Roll or Fab Four" if it wasn't for the girls.
1/21: One Hit Wonders
Lin explains the "one hit wonder" phenomenon.
1/19: Obama's Song
In the midst of our country's chaos, the American Dream needs a double shot of inspiration on inauguration. We need a good song, Lin do you have any ideas?
1/16: Why Do We Live in Chicago?
Yes, we will question why we live in Chicago? What is wrong with us?
1/12: Resolutions
What's the deal with New Year's Resolutions? You should probably just wait a week to begin them. Lin gives us some of his favorite.
1/9: Smile
Why do people always say to smile?
12/19: Christmas Movies
What are the best Christmas movies out there? Why are they all the old ones?
12/15: Reinvent Oneself Part Two
It is hard enough just inventing yourself? How do you go about re-inventing yourself? Part Two in the two part series.
12/12: Reinvent Oneself Part One
How does one go about reinventing themselves? We refuse to be fired, but now we volunteer to be laid off?
12/8: Obviously
Obiviously the word obviously is so overused. Obviously!
11/19: Cranky Teenagers
Why are teenagers so whiny and cranky? Could it be their parents' fault?
11/17: Bars
Which bars are better Lin? The north or south side bars? Don't think you know the answer to this one!
11/12: Neon
How many neon songs are there?
11/10: Organics
Lin tells us what really is organic in a world of "all natural" labels.
12/1: Obsession
Lin explains his obsessions and how to cope in this world of obsessions.
11/24: Socialites vs. Rockstars Part Two
Lin do you think it would be better to die and best be known as a socialite or a rockstar? Part Two
11/20: Socialites VS. Rockstars
Lin do you think it would be better to die and best be known as a socialite or a rockstar?
Barack Obama Elected President!
Post-election analysis from Lin Brehmer’s morning show with news anchor Mary Dixon and CBS 2 Political Editor Mike Flannery
11/3/08: Terri Hemmert
Lin pays tribue to Terri Hemmert on her 35th Anniversay with XRT!
10/27/08:Where Does the Time Go?
Defining what time is and where does it go? How does it suck our days away?
10/24: High School Reunions
Lin explains the real meaning of high school reunions. Is it about those fond memories or does it fill the emptiness of expectations?
10/20/08: Voting for the First Time
Lin dissects voting and what to expect your first time casting the ballot.
10/17/08: What About Zappa?
Lin talks about Zappa's influences, songs, guitar playing, and his one word message.
10/13/08: Babylon?
What is it about Babylon that makes people want to sing about it?
10/10/08: Apple Picking?
Lin answers a listeners question about apple picking. Is the apple picking enough? What else do we need to make the experience that much better?
10/6/08:The Number Seven
What does the number seven mean and where does it come from? The world in seven days according to Lin.
10/03/08: Cubs Songs?
Do you have any good songs that will comfort a Cubs fan in exile during this playoff run?
09/29/08: What Makes the World Go Round?
Lins answers the question, "what makes the world go round?" Money? A song? A dance?
09/22/08: Evil?
What is Evil? banjo? tasty drinks with cheap tequilla? lima beans in good soup?
09/19/08: Handshake
Lin helps demistify the handshake. Bump fists, bump fists and blow it out, high five, low five, slip some skin, soul shake, hand shake, air kiss, cheek kiss, hug it out?
09/12/08: Routine
Lin discusses what it means to get into a routine.
09/05/08: Farewell to 4949 W. Belmont
Lin gives a salute to the broadcast bungalow on Belmont, as XRT moves its broadcast studio from Belmont and Cicero to downtown Chicago.
08/27/08: Women Rock
What do Tina Turner and Courtney Love have in common? Lin gives input on women who can rock.
08/25/08:Drug Testing
Lin talks about why drug testing is the new rage at schools and work.
8/22/08:Waking Teenagers
Lin discusses drastic ways to get your teenager out of bed and into school.
8/20/08:College
Thinking about pre-med? Lin reflects on his days in college and offers advice to college freshmen.
8/15/08: Ice Cream Man
What if Lin were the Ice Cream Man? Lin lets listeners know what kind of music he would play if he had the pleasure of rocking around town in the ice cream truck.
8/13/08: Are You a Turtle? Pt 2
Part two of Lin talking about his reponse to whether or not he is a turtle...
8/11/08: Are You a Turtle?
Lin answers a question posted about whether or not he is a turtle... a turtle?
8/6/08: Seven Deadly Sins
Lin talks about the seven deadly sins and the music they have inspired over the years.
8/1/08 : Sneezing
Lin talks about proper etiquette of responding to someone sneezing.
7/30/08: Know what I mean?
Are we too obvious and less descrete when we finish a statement with "Ya know what I mean?" Lin shares his thoughts on the popular used phrase, and fills us in on 'what it means.'
7/25/08: Lifeguard
Demons or dynamos? Lin talks about Chicago lifeguards and how they are percieved these days.
07/16/08:Bin California
Lin talks about the Golden State, California.
07/14/08:Night Shift
Lin answers a listeners question about working the night shift. He gives tips about working the small hours just past night time but not quite dawn.
07/09/08:Bin Bragging
When is it appropriate to brag? When is it necessary to be modest? Lin\\\'s answer.
06/27/08: George Carlin
Lin speaks about George Carlin live, he shares a great story of George's career and what it would like to see this legend.
06/23/08:Best Vacation Part Two
Lin's Bin Best Vacation Part Two
6/20/08:Best Vacation Part One
Lin's Bin Best Vacation Part One
06/16:Golf Part Two
Lin's Bin Golf Part Two
06/13/08:Golf Part One
Lin's Bin Golf Part One
06/11/08: Stutter
Lin's Bin Stutter
06/02/08:Salesmenship Part Two
Lin discusses more ways for a listener to liven up his sales classes, part two of two.
06/09/08:Stimulus Package
Lin discusses economic stimulus money, it's worth, and how he intends to spend his by stimulating everything.
06/06/08: Bo Diddley
Lin answers a listener's question of if there's been another artist besides Bo Diddley whose beat has been used as much in rock songs and explains his answer in saying that the beat of rock 'n' roll's name is Bo Diddley.
05/30/08: Salesmen
Lin answers a question pertaining to a listener that teaches a training class on sales and gives music suggestions to liven up the listener's classes.
5/28/08: T-Shirts
Lin discusses the nostalgia and importance behind the rock t-shirt and delves into the meaning behind his own collection.
05/23/08: State Cocktail
Lin discusses a listener's comment on Louisiana proclaiming an official state cocktail, and talks about what Illinios' official cocktail should be.
05/21/08: Left Field
Lin answers a listener's question on which is worse: right or left field, discussing right field as being a place where nothing happens.
05/19/08:The Next Bob Dylan
Lin discusses what happened to all "the next Bob Dylans" and the curse of being considered the "next great artist."
05/16/08: Superdelegates
Lin answers the listener's question, "What the hell is a superdelegate?"
05/14/08: Scream
Lin responds to a listener's question on screaming in rock music and describes screaming in rock as the rock star's primal therapy.
05/12/08: Maturity Part Two
Lin highlights down the "mature" ages in life and the best way to celebrate a 50th! Part two in this two part series.
05/09/08:Maturity Part One
Lin responds to a maturity question in part one of this two part series.
05/07/08:Mothers
A special Lin's Bin for Mother's Day.
05/05/08:Newlyweds
Lin gives advice to newlyweds regarding the next couple of months and years of their lives!
05/02/08: Recession
Lin explains the economics of the word "recession."
04/11/08:Guitar Hero
Why is Guitar Hero so much fun? Lessons, commitment, and sore fingers go along with playing the actual guitar, that's why!
04/30/08:Moving
What Rock and Roll bands are freaked out by moving, besides the "Talking Heads?" Moving is a scary thing.
04/28/08: Testing Part Two
This two part series takes a look at how ACT tests and schools all depend on 16 year olds.
04/25/08: Testing Part One
Lin gives advice regarding college entrance exams and the anxiety that surrounds this significant event in teens' lives.
04/23/08: Freud
Lin talks about the possibilty of Freud's repressed pressure principle and it's relation to rock music.
04/21/08: Fishing
How does fishing constitute as relaxing? Lin explains the rules to a relaxing fishing experience.
04/18/08: Small Talk
Do you have to be good at small talk to socialize? Why is it important, can't we just be good at "Big Talk?"
04/16/08: Taxes
Where did the saying "all we have to do is die and pay taxes" originate from?
04/14/08: Madonna
Why was Madonna inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame? Lin describes the significance of the "Princess of Pop."
04/09/08: Library
How do you convince teenagers that libarians are cool role models and not shushing she-demons?
04/07/08: End of the World
What is the last track that Lin would pick to play before the end of the world and why?
04/04/08: Revenge Part Two
"The best revenge is living well"...or not. Part two of this two part series.
04/02/08: Cubs Opening Day
There is always next year, but is that really true?
04/02/08: Wrigley Field
Wrigley Field was named in 1926 after the Wrigley family bought the rights. Listen as Lin gives the history and why it is so special, like the first night game, 8/8/88.
02/08/08: Mix Tape
What are the guidelines for creating the mix tape?
03/17/08: St. Patrick's Day
What Irish bands are worth mentioning, besides U2?
03/28/08: Revenge Part One
How many Rock 'n' Roll songs are about revenge? Part one of this two part series.
03/26/08: Voices in My Head
Who controls the voices in your head? Lin says that we all hear them so listen to find out who he thinks controls them.
03/24/08: Family Vacation Part Two
Lin gives tips for surviving a family vacation in Florida. He discusses his own experience with family vacations in this two part series.
03/21/08: Family Vacation Part One
Lin gives tips for surviving a family vacation in Florida. He discusses his own experience with family vacations in this two part series.
03/19/08: CD Obsolete
Could CD's become obsolete? "Bet on it!" says Lin.
03/14/08: Sushi Part Two
What's the big deal about sushi? Lin continues to answer this question in the second half of this Sushi two part series.
03/12/08: Bin Stamps
Why do postal stamps always go up strange prices such as two cents? Lin explains why the postal service does this in an era of internet and e-mails.
03/10/08: Sushi Part One
So what is the big deal about sushi? Lin explains the significance in this two part series.
03/07/08: Daydream
Lin defines daydreaming as thinking about why we daydream. Listen to Lin sum up this answer.
03/05/08: Plug Bug
What is the significance of the mural, downtown Chicago, on Dearbon in between Washington St. and Randolph St., titled "Plug Bug"? Lin explains the cultural significance in relation to Chicago Day!
03/03/08: Karaoke
What is karaoke all about and why do people like it? Should you sing if you have the inability to sing?
02/27/08 Cussing
How do you express that cussing is a cheasy shot at self-expression?
02/25/08 Snow Day
What is a snow day and what do you do that day? Lin recommends and explains things to do on a snow day.
02/22/08 Spy in the House of Love
I always hear about a spy in the house of love, but what is it?
02/15/08 Valentine's Day
Lin dissects the concept of Valentine's Day and all that comes with it!
02/11//08 Figure Skating
Why do some men think figure skating is not a sport? Listen as Lin gives his opinion on figure skating!
01/25/08 Stage Moves Part Three
Who has the best rock stage move? Lin continues to discuss the best rock stage moves. Part three in a three part series.
01/23/08 Stage Moves Part Two
Who has the best rock stage move? Lin continues to discuss the best rock stage moves. Part two in a three part series.
01/21/08 Stage Moves Part One
Who has the best rock stage move? Is it Mick's finger shake or Elvis' pelvis shake? Part one in a three part series.
01/18/08 Cannibals
Have you ever thought about how many calories are in humans? Why are people so interested in cannibalism?
01/14/08 Game of Love Part One
How do you fight the game of love? Do you have to know the up to date changes in relationships? Must we play the game?
01/11/08 Scissors?
Scissors
01/09/08 Dating?
Dating
01/04/08 Stupid?
Stupid
01/02/08 Stupid?
Stupid
12/31/07 T-SHIRTS?
T-Shirts
12/28/07 Perfume?
Perfume
12/26/07 Perfume?
Perfume
12/21/07 Christmas?
Christmas
12/19/07 Christmas?
Christmas
12/17/07 Christmas Tree?
Christmas Tree
12/05/07 Hanukkah?
Hanukkah?
12/03/07 Best of: Mediocre?
Best of: Mediocre?
12/02/07 Whole Lotta Lin: Short Songs?
Whole Lotta Lin: Short Songs?
12/02/07 Whole Lotta Lin: Women in Rock?
Whole Lotta Lin: Women in Rock?
12/02/07 Whole Lotta Lin: Rivers?
Whole Lotta Lin: Rivers?
12/02/07 Whole Lotta Lin: Why Have Kids?
Whole Lotta Lin: Why Have Kids?
12/02/07 Whole Lotta Lin: Irish Rock?
Whole Lotta Lin: Irish Rock?
12/02/07 Whole Lotta Lin: Harry Potter?
Whole Lotta Lin: Harry Potter?
12/02/07 Whole Lotta Lin: Role Models?
Whole Lotta Lin: Role Models?
12/02/07 Whole Lotta Lin: New Orleans?
Whole Lotta Lin: New Orleans?
12/01/07 Whole Lotta Lin: One Hit Wonders?
Whole Lotta Lin: One Hit Wonders?
12/01/07 Whole Lotta Lin: Bands on Bands?
Whole Lotta Lin: Bands on Bands?
12/01/07 Whole Lotta Lin: Cowbell?
Whole Lotta Lin: Cowbell?
12/01/07 Whole Lotta Lin: Wheels in Rock?
Whole Lotta Lin: Wheels in Rock?
12/01/07 Whole Lotta Lin: Advice?
Whole Lotta Lin: Advice?
11/30/07 Best of: Girls?
Best of: Girls?
11/28/07 Best of: Guilty Pleasures?
Best of: Guilty Pleasures?
11/26/07 Nepotism?
Nepotism?
11/23/07 Best of: Complaining?
Best of: Complaining?
11/21/07 Best of: Alice's Restaurant?
Best of: Alice's Restaurant?
11/19/07 Thankful?
Thankful?
11/16/07 Computers?
Computers?
11/14/07 Best of: Songs About Science?
Best of: Songs About Science?
11/12/07 Smell Memory, part two?
Smell Memory, part two?
11/09/07 Smell Memory, part one?
Smell Memory, part one?
11/07/07 Best of: Talking, part three?
Best of: Talking, part three?
11/05/07 Best Of: Talking, part two?
Best Of: Talking, part two?
11/02/07 Best Of: Talking, part one?
Best of: Talking, part one?
10/31/07 Blood On Drapes?
Blood On Drapes?
10/29/07 Car Repair, part two?
Car Repair, part two?
10/26/07 Car Repair, part one?
Car Repair, part one?
10/24/07 Best of: Airport Security?
Best of: Airport Security?
10/22/07 Regular Guy Songs?
Regular Guy Songs?
10/19/07 School Prayer?
School Prayer?
10/17/07 Best of: Smart or Pleasant?
Best of: Smart or Pleasant?
10/15/07 Spelling, part two?
Spelling, part two?
10/12/07 Spelling, part one?
Spelling, part one?
10/10/07 Dog Music?
Dog Music?
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