Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about the importance of fact checking, how to make sure a social media post is accurate, and how to spot deepfakes. He also explains what a “human password” is, the rise of scam texts, and answers this week’s genius bar question.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share an update on the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, as well as how protestors interrupted Sigourney Weaver’s play and Snoop Dogg’s backlash. They also talk about Dean’s interview with Lil Rel Howery and the reopening of the Lookingglass Theatre.

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about Nvidia’s stock plunge and why earnings season is coming in better than expected. He also explains why the PCE numbers are important and what the term “Goldilocks year” means.

On January 28th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

WGN-TV political analyst Paul Lisnek joins Bob Sirott to talk about President Donald Trump’s tariffs proposal to Columbia and how those tariffs could impact the U.S. He also shares details about what Trump has focused on during his first week in office and the pardons of the January 6th rioters.

Johnny Jet, travel influencer, joins Bob Sirott to talk about a myth when people search for airfare prices online, whether or not you’re able to hold reservations at no charge, and what to do during weather delays and flight cancellations. He also shares details about how you can get TSA PreCheck and Global Entry access for free, as well as overcrowded airport lounges.

The Chicago Bears won their first (and only) Super Bowl 39 years ago yesterday. Dan Hampton, an anchor for the dominant defense that led to that championship, joins Bob Sirott and Dave Eanet to preview Super Bowl LIX. The Pro Football Hall of Famer breaks down the results of the AFC and NFC Championship games and shares his thoughts on Ben Johnson’s coaching staff, as well as the ad for Uber Eats that has a Bears theme.

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to explain the benefits of intermittent fasting, new guidelines for alcohol consumption, and a study on how a single cigarette can impact your health. He also talks about the side effects of weight loss drugs and a study on how airport noise could have an impact on your heart health.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the Pee-wee Herman documentary, Sinéad O’Connor’s will, and Timothée Chalamet on SNL.

On January 27th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers: