On October 8th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals, Dr. Irfan Hafiz, joins Bob Sirott to explain why allergy season is starting earlier and lasting longer, a study focusing on the correlation between seniors prone to bad falls and Alzheimer’s, and what you can do to improve your quality of life. He also talks about the benefits of intermittent fasting, a Long COVID study, and a controversy concerning fluoride.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the weekend box office numbers, director Todd Phillips’ expectations for the new “Joker” movie, and Keanu Reeves’ Indy 500 debut. They also share details about the death of Madonna’s younger brother, why Jussie Smollett is speaking out, and Nate Bargatze on SNL.

NewsNation’s national security contributor Lt. General Richard Newton joins Bob Sirott to talk about the ongoing Israeli strikes on Lebanon and what their main focus is. He also discusses when Israel could attempt to strike Iran and what could be the end goal for Israel’s forces.

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 Ukraine’s attack on a Crimean oil depot and Russian missiles fired at Kyiv. 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 7th, 2024, Dave Schwan shares today’s potential market drivers:

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean discuss recent accusations against Garth Brooks and when the “Rust” movie is set to premiere. They also share details about things to do this weekend and Dean’s movie reviews.

Chicago Tribune food critic Louisa Chu joins Bob Sirott to talk about some of the recent restaurant openings and closings around the Chicagoland area, including Stussy’s Diner and Jus Sandwiches. She also reviews some of the popular dishes at Cariño, a new restaurant in the South Shore Cultural center, and when Superdawg icons Maurie and Flaurie will return.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on:

United Center Campus Project Moves Forward As Owners Outline Music Hall, Apartments And Park Plans: The development of the area surrounding the United Center is projected to create a music venue, community sports fields and nearly 10,000 apartments.

Got A Fir Or Spruce? City Launches Search For 111th Christmas Tree: Those looking to nominate their tree can do so through Oct. 14. But there’s a catch — it has to be 45 feet or taller.

To learn more about a Chicago artist’s latest project, click on the headline: Chicago Artist Tony Fitzpatrick Brings ‘A New Creative Energy’ To Latest Bucktown Studio

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob this morning to talk about why it is important to vote in any election, especially the upcoming Presidential Election.

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