Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about different ways scammers try to get your information, whether it’s sending a suspicious email or sending friend requests through social media. He also explains how we can develop habits to keep ourselves safe from scammers and answers this week’s genius bar question.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the death of Robert Duvall, why Anderson Cooper is leaving “60 Minutes,” and Dean’s interview with Dennis Quaid. They also share details about the FCC’s ruling on Bad Bunny’s Halftime Show, Logan Paul’s $16 million dollar Pokémon card, and a concert announcement from Santana and The Doobie Brothers.

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how AI is impacting the economy and why the Fed will probably skip raising rates for now. He also shares details about the softening of the housing prices and the growing popularity of bonds.

On February 17th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Tom Moran joins Bob Sirott to discuss the importance of screening for colorectal cancer and why doctors aren’t agreeing when it comes to diagnosing Alzheimer’s. He also talks about healthy heart habits, foods than can help lower blood pressure, and how your brain functions when you don’t get enough sleep.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about Will Smith’s Valentine’s Day presents to his family and highlights of the 2026 Spirit Awards. They also share details about weekend box office numbers and the “Stranger Things” reunion.

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on:

Mayor Vetoes Controversial Ban On Intoxicating Hemp Products: Mayor Brandon Johnson has long backed hemp businesses, pointing to minority operators locked out of the state’s limited legal cannabis rollout. His veto — the second of his term — now puts him at odds with City Council.

A West Side Mailman Went Viral For Singing To A Widowed Grandmother. It Changed His Life: Postal worker Lavonte Harvey’s singing while on his mail route was caught on the doorbell video camera of an Austin grandmother, who was so delighted she shared the video with her influencer granddaughter. The viral video led neighbors to help Harvey buy a car.

Here’s Block Club Chicago’s Annual Bucket List To Get You Through The Rest Of Winter: There’s lots you can do during Chicago’s bleakest season. Our staffers offer their favorite ways to make the most of winter.

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Alex Maragos, NBC 5 news anchor, joins Bob Sirott from Milan to talk about the focus on women’s hockey, the story of two local speedskaters, and where Americans stand on the medal leaderboard. He also explains what ski mountaineering is, his favorite moment so far, and the dishes he’s tried.

On February 16th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

The Chicago Auto Show is in town through President’s Day (Monday, 2/16). Seeing all the new cars, and innovative features got Bob Sirott’s creative juices flowing. Bob, traffic anchor Amanda Czernecki, and even some Morning Show listeners shared ideas that could help make roadways safer in the near future.

Later on, the Chairman of the 2026 Chicago Auto Show, Jason Roberts, joins Bob to discuss highlights from this year’s auto show, including the Friday Night Flights event. He also talks about some of his favorite aspects of the show, including test driving and exploring new car options.