Danny Salazar (Senior Vice President and Relationship Manager, Commercial Banking at Associated Bank) joins Steve Grzanich in the Associated Bank Thought Leader conversation to discuss what to expect from upcoming jobs report, as well as how tariffs are affecting consumer spending and small businesses.

On May 1st, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Tony Stewart’s resume is quite lengthy. The NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee won three NASCAR Cup Series championships, as well as an IndyCar championship. Over the weekend, Stewart earned his first career NHRA Top Fuel victory at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. He joined Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) and Dane Neal in studio to preview the NHRA Route 66 Nationals taking place in Joliet May 15-18. Stewart also explains differences between the types of race cars, and what it’s like being in a car with him when he’s not the driver.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the reveal of Al Capone’s vault, the Bears’ draft pick of 1975, and the debut of the Grand Prize Game on “Bozo’s Circus.”

Bob Zeni, the Chicago Tomato Man, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the perfect time to plant tomatoes and the definition of a true “heirloom” tomato. He also answers listeners’ questions, like how to keep squirrels away from your garden and how often you should water tomato plants.

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

New DuSable Park Plans Would Bring A Boardwalk, Lush Greenery To The Lakefront: The park’s design pays homage to Chicago’s founder and first non-Indigenous Black settler, Jean Baptiste Point du Sable.

Zeitlin’s Deli Opening Lincoln Park Store After 5 Years Of Selling Bagels At Pop-Ups: Brothers Sam and Hal Zeitlin will open their first brick-and-mortar shop this summer on Clybourn Avenue. They’ll continue operating a stall in the Old Post Office food hall.

South Side Neighbors Want Housing Protections Before City OKs ‘Luxury’ Hotel Near Obama Center: City Council should pass a slate of housing protections centered on low-income renters instead of advancing plans for a hotel near the Obama Center site, protesters said at a rally Tuesday in Woodlawn.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to provide the latest news in entertainment. Wendy and Dean talk about a revelation in Jeremy Renner’s memoir and why Terrence Howard turned down a role in the Marvin Gaye biopic. They also share details about Martin Short’s new hosting gig and Beyoncé’s first show of her “Cowboy Carter” tour.

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about President Trump’s executive orders against multiple law firms and why a Milwaukee judge was arrested. She also explains whether or not the death penalty is considered for people with mental impairment and the start of P Diddy’s trial.

Ron Onesti, CEO of Onesti Entertainment, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about some upcoming shows, including Justin Hayward and Ace Frehley. He also shares details about the reopening of the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame and the Studio 64 dance parties at the Arcada Theatre.

On April 30th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers: