Consumer technology journalist Jennifer Jolly and WGN Radio host Dane Neal join Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about a tech game that focuses on board games and bringing families together and how more people have to rely on technology as it continues to become more prominent. They also talk about Jennifer’s new podcast on WGN, called Techishly Jenn, as well as some future topics.

On October 29th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

WGN Radio news anchor Lauren Lapka joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about her spook-tacular pumpkin carving skills and some of the favorite carving designs she’s created. She also explains what kinds of tools she uses and how her art is being recognized.

Clinical psychologist and parenting expert Dr. John Duffy joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the deaths of Illinois gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey’s son and his family and how this could impact his ten-year-old grandson. He explains the best way to talk to children about death and how children in past generations were shielded from important information.

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on:

Chicagoans Flock To Belmont Cragin Restaurants After ICE Fears Slowed Sales: ‘Truly Grateful’: Restaurant owners and local activists hope the recent boost in sales will continue as winter approaches and ICE operations continue in the city.

Southside Market, A Grocery Co-Op And Cafe, Brings Fresh Food To Chatham At Critical Time: As SNAP recipients brace for a cutoff of benefits, the new grocery store is offering a 15 percent discount on produce and pantry staples to residents with EBT cards.

Feds Tear Gas Northwest Side Street, Disrupting Halloween Parade For Kids: Two neighbors, including a 70-year-old man, were arrested after allegedly interfering in the arrest of another man by immigration agents, neighbors said. Agents also threw a woman, 67, to the ground.

CEO of Share Food Share Love Pantry John Dumas joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to explain what SNAP benefits are, how they helps people who need money for food, and how the government shutdown is impacting it. He also discusses how many neighborhoods they serve and how people can help by volunteering and donating food.

Alex Zalben, the host and editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about a new show on Apple TV+, the fifth season of “Slow Horses,” and another season of “Shrinking.” He also shares an update about “The Morning Show” with Jennifer Aniston and when to expect a new season of “Hazbin Hotel.”

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to take a look at consumer and labor markets, as well as an increase in commodity prices. He also explains the impact of declining interest rates throughout the year and transferring credit card balances.

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

Dr. Jeff Bohmer, Medical Director of the Emergency Department and Associate Chief Medical Officer at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about how COVID-19 vaccines could have extra benefits for some cancer patients and the side effects caused by different antidepressant medications. He also shares details about what could raise the risk for liver disease, a healthy amount of daily steps, and Halloween-related injuries.