Josh Roberts Podcast

Ella Langley will visit the Illinois State Fair on August 21st. The show is sold out but keep listening to win tickets!

Cole Swindell drops by the ride home with Josh Roberts. We talk music, life on the road, and we put Cole in the hotseat for a round of Rapid Fire Questions. Grab your tickets to see Cole this weekend at the Morgan County Fair!

104.5 WFMB presents Bailey Zimmerman, August 14th at the Illinois State Fair. For concert details check out wfmb.com Audio Courtesy: CMT Photo Courtesy: Reuters

Josh Roberts gives his review of Morgan Wallen's Still The Problem Tour at Soldier Field in Chicago. 

Taylor wrote the song "I Knew It, I Knew You" for the new Toy Story 5 movie. 

Get to know Miss Sangamon County Fair Queen Auralia Stone.

Josh Turner joins Josh Roberts on The Ride Home prior to his show at the Sangamon County Fair.

Everything you missed on The Ride Home, plus it's National Attitude Day!

What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever put cheese on? We dive into some of the strangest cheese combinations people swear by! Plus, we reveal the answer to today’s Ride Home Trivia question and share the surprising survey that found 7 in 10 adults wish they were this.

Who were the big winners and what did they have to say. Listen to find out. 

Country star Lainey Wilson married former NFL quarterback Devlin Hodges on May 10, 2026, in a waterfall-side ceremony at The Ruskin Cave in Dickson, Tennessee. Congratulations!

Lainey Wilson says she could use a wedding planner for her upcoming wedding. Audio Credit CBS

Trust us, it's not anything you would ever guess. Listen to find out. 

What artists did Cojo imitate when he was growing up?

Welcome back to Eating Around The 217! I’m Josh Roberts, and today we’re in Rochester checking out Greenie’s Grill — burgers, salads, ice cream, and more. Let’s dig in!

Week 3 of the Playoffs are here. SHG is at Rochester. It's gonna be a huge game on Saturday. DP makes his prediction. Also there's a big 8-man game in Christian County!

Where are the big games at this weekend? DP runs it all down and gives his take. 

DP tells us about all of the big games this weekend. Plus makes his pick for the SHG/QND game. 

Larry Wilson is a Paranormal Investigator. He took Josh Roberts along for an investigation at Cemetery X. Take a listen to some of the EVP's that were captured and hear some of the stories from the investigation. 

Rochester heads to SHG. Also, who are the teams that must win in week 9 to make the playoffs?

Can Maroa Forsyth bounce back against undefeated Williamsville? Plus SHG and Glenwood will clash in week 8. DP will make his pick.

DP from Channel 1450 Dot Com goes over some of the big games, including a big 8 Man Contest between Pawnee and Kincaid!

Hear about all the delicious offerings from Magro's Meat. 

What's the big game in week 6? Who has to win in week 6? Listen to find out. 

Who will grab their fifth wins in week 5? 5 wins means playoffs! DP gives us the scoop.

Springfield’s newest retro diner, serving up classic American favorites. 1101 S 9th , Springfield, IL

What soda company did Jason once work for? Listen to find out. 

Does DP foresee any surprises in Week 4? Tune in to find out. 

Halfway to St. Patrick's Day is September 17th and the party is at D'arcy's Pint. We visit with T.J. to find out about all of the Irish fare that will be on the menu for the party, plus take a look at some of the awesome Irish Drinks and specials. 

DP stops by to talk about the big matchups in Week 3. Also who were the big performers in Week 2? Listen to find out. 

Nicole Shomidie-Copp from the 217 Foodies Group on Facebook joins us to talk about the 217 Foodies Fest happening this weekend at The Railyard. All of this great food is going to be available in one place on Saturday. WARNING: Listening to this will make you hungry!

Josh Roberts runs down the list of Snubs and Surprises. 

Who were the top nominees this year? Listen to find out.

Get all the details about the show and learn a little about Kaylyn Pace.

DP from Channel 1450 tells us about the Big Matchups for Week 2. Also what was the biggest shocker from Week 1? 

Find out when Jason Aldean's new song is dropping. Plus save it and get a preview of another new song! Listen.

Who do Riley and Tim root for?

We talk with Derek Parris from Channel1450.com about week one of High School Football in Central Illinois. Who is this weeks player to watch?

Which one was blamed for getting them fired? Listen to find out.

What would Luke Combs pick in a game of Would You Rather? Listen to find out. 

State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark stopped by The Ride Home to tell us about a FREE CONCERT at the Illinois State Fair! Randy Houser & Night Ranger!! Plus learn about a two day FLASH SALE. Save on Jake Owen and Chainsmokers tickets. 

If you love 90's Country, you'll love Josh's visit with Larry Stewart of Restless Heart. He tells us his favorite songs from Lonestar and Little Texas. The Frontmen featuring Larry Stewart of Restless Heart, Tim Rushlow of Little Texas & Richie McDonald of Lonestar will play for free on the Grand Central Stage at the Illinois State Fair on August 15th.

Nate shares some unknown facts about himself.

See Gary Allan at the Menard County Fair in Petersburg on Friday July 18th!

Plus the band get's a call from Post Malone.

Kenny is doing his first Vegas Residency. Listen to him talk about the difference in shows. 

Ella Langley takes responsibility for the Mustache. Riley has shaved it off though. 

What are my favorite songs from Morgan Wallen's new album "I'm The Problem?" Listen to find out. 

Who is on it? Find out by listening.  @joshrobertsradio