Born in Chicago, Roger Badesch was raised in nearby Evanston, IL by working parents and an extended family that included old-school Chicago precinct workers. With a degree in broadcasting along with minor studies in government, Badesch added to his training later in life with education courses as he embarked on a 20 year career as a high school teacher. In between, his unplanned path took him into the inner offices of Chicago city hall, behind the beginning push of the gourmet coffee craze and into the homes of thousands of people as a news anchor at WGN Radio in Chicago.... Read More
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The Unplanned Life is the amazing memoir from broadcaster/educator/PR Man/Bon Vivant Roger Badesch.
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“You may think you know Roger Badesch if you have listened over the years to his exact and artful news reports on radio, but between the covers of this book you will find so much more–a man of great depth, many passions and skills. His is a wonderful life that you can now share.”
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“This book’s cover photo was taken on a night we’ll never forget. Trust us, we never had a night like that on the radio before or since and, along with our WGN radio listeners, were praying that Roger would survive. Spoiler alert: He did! In this book Roger shares the details of that night and other adventures, including his time with Chicago’s first black mayor, Harold Washington, and first woman mayor, Jane Byrne. “The Unplanned Life” of this man we’re so proud to call a friend was obviously part of a bigger plan. Thankfully, he listened to the universe and went along for the ride. Buckle up, it’s a good one!”
Summary
It seems nothing about the life of Roger Badesch has been planned. Nearly killed as a child when he was run over by a VW minibus, losing his older brother to a drunk driver, surviving an invasive cancer, getting stuck in a blizzard, and winning an Emmy award are just some of the life-changing stories you’ll share with him.
His story-telling may bring a tear to your eyes, a smile to your face, and you might even shake your head in disbelief at his stupidity, but The Unplanned Life will also make you examine your life in a new light.