Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how long the Fed hopes to keep rates unchanged for and how businesses are trying to get ahead of tariffs. He also shares details about international stocks and jobs numbers.

Blockbuster Blake Stubbs, in for Dean Richards, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the highest grossing play on Broadway, Conan O’Brien’s acceptance of the Mark Twain Prize, and Nicole Kidman’s new thriller movie.

On March 25th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Tom Moran joins Bob Sirott to talk about how you can check you vaccination status and how to manage your allergies this spring. He also discusses what kinds of foods can lower blood pressure naturally and if there are any benefits of using Vick’s VapoRub on your feet.

Johnny Jet, travel influencer, joins Bob Sirott to give an update on Heathrow Airport, airlines that are testing different Wi-Fi options, and whether or not you should pay extra to get an assigned seat on your flight. He also talks about how airlines are making passengers close the extenders on their suitcases, the lack of clocks in airports, and a new step for passengers when flying international.

Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the new season of “Quarterback” on Netflix and who could be the next “Jason Bourne.” She also shares details about a new mini-series called “American Love Story” and an upcoming season two for “Running Point.”

On March 24th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Editor at Eater Chicago, Ashok Selvam, joins Bob Sirott to talk about some new Chicago restaurants, like Mariscos San Pedro and Mister Tiger. Kevin Pang, author of ‘A Very Chinese Cookbook,’ also joins Bob to share his favorite spots for Asian cuisine, including Mitsuwa, Seafood City Supermarket, and 88 Marketplace.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob this morning to share some facts about sleep you might not be familiar with.

Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your own savvy tip: [email protected]. Follow Marianne on Twitter (@marimur), Instagram (@havanagirl), and on Facebook (SirottAndMurciano).

Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the announcement of “Spinal Tap II: The End Continues,” an SNL exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and new music from Blake Shelton. We also hear from Dean about things to do this weekend and his review of “Snow White.”