Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about what will be the key focus for investors this week and how the U.S. presidential election could impact the stock market. He also discusses the Fed’s expectations when they meet after the election and why oil futures are down.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott, to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about Jennifer Aniston’s tribute to Matthew Perry, Jon Stewart’s contract extension, a push to vote from Mariah Carey and Kerry Washington, and new accusations against P. Diddy. They also discuss Colin Farrell’s Dublin Marathon run and Dean’s interview with the stars of a new Clint Eastwood movie.

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War, including elements of President Zelensky’s ‘victory plan’ that weren’t known to the public and how people are reacting. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts to distribute supplies throughout Ukraine, click here. View the Ukrainian Freedom News YouTube page here.

On October 30th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War, including Russia’s guided bomb attack on the Derzhprom building in Kharkiv and how people are reacting. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts to distribute supplies throughout Ukraine, click here. View the Ukrainian Freedom News YouTube page here.

On October 29th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

WGN Radio morning traffic anchor Vikki Kokuzian has spent basically her entire adult life in media. A career that saw stops at FOX 32, WGN TV, and of course WGN Radio, Vikki is officially turning off her microphone. When she wasn’t on screen, or behind a microphone, the West Ridge neighborhood native was an active realtor. As she shifts her focus to her family and the real estate business, Vikki gets farewell messages from Bob Sirott, John Williams, and plenty of listeners.

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to talk about the CDC’s new recommendations for the COVID vaccine, online gambling’s public health risks, and symptoms of sports concussions. He also shares details about the best exercises for your metabolic health, the link between mammograms and heart disease screenings, and who is more likely to have a higher risk for diabetes and depression.

Relationship therapist, coach, and radio host Jaime Bronstein joins Bob Sirott to talk about how Australian authorities enforce precautions on dating apps and what to do if you’re frustrated with your long-term partner. She also explains how couples can revive their stalled sex lives through just a few steps.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott, to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the final night of the Chicago International Film Festival, how much the Concert for Carolina raised, and weekend box office numbers. They also share details about a moment between Adele and Celine Dion, Loomis’ apology after singing the National Anthem, and Dean’s interview with Michael Cudlitz.