President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk all things scams. Listen in while Steve warns listeners to be on the lookout for Lollapalooza ticket scams, campaign fundraising scams, airline customer services impersonators and more. Later on, Steve answers questions sent in from listeners.

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War. On this update, Joseph talks about what it took so long for Ukraine to obtain F-16 jets and Joseph breaks down the latest details surrounding the multi-country prisoner swap.

Caryn Levey, Senior Vice President and Private Banking Group Manager at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader segment to discuss how to fight inflation while retirement planning along with why a mid-year check-in is so important and what moves to hold off on with the pending election.

Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to discuss Harrison Ford’s latest appearance at Comic-Con for the new Captain America film and she tells us a funny story from a previous run-in with him. We also cover some Deadpool and Wolverine spoilers and some fresh music just in time for the fall season.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to discuss how research is leading to blood tests that can detect heart disease and what can be done about the findings from those tests, Then, Dr. Marty speaks as to how cocaine has been found in sharks and other marine life, and the consequences for ocean ecosystems.

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War. On this update, Kyiv, where Joseph is located, narrowly avoided the biggest Russian drone attack yet. According to the Ukrainian military, 89 drones fired on Kyiv and all were shot down.

CEO of the Joliet Area Historical Museum Greg Peerbolte joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about Wendy’s experiences from the first Blues Brothers Con and who will be joining the convention this year. Greg also mentions this year’s dedication to Judy Belushi and where you can get tickets to this year’s Blues Brothers Con: The Sequel.

Brendan Sullivan, father of Charlie Sullivan and author, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the beginnings of the Chucky Ar La Foundation and how it is connected to his son. He also shares his advice with parents and where you can purchase tickets to the 3rd Annual Chucky Ar La Festival.

Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss Jennifer Aniston’s remake of ‘9 to 5,’ Cindy’s interview with Hugh Jackman, and fake Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck relationship rumors. They also share details about Minnie Driver’s new role and the announcement of a new docuseries from Netflix called ‘Famous Last Words.’

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss what you should know when it comes to investing, like why it’s important to keep track of your 401(k). He also talks about why it can be difficult to save money and shares an update on inflation numbers.