On June 22nd, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Harvey Wells, founder of LowerTechBills.com, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about how many people pay for subscriptions they don’t use and how it happens. He also explains how his company can do a “tech check” to figure out what you’re paying for and how to get rid of unwanted subscriptions.

CEO and founder of Windy City Sweets, John Manchester, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the sweets they make for Father’s Day, including chocolate baseballs, footballs, and mustaches. He also shares some fun treats for graduation and the Fourth of July.

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:

Jim’s Original Could Stay In Maxwell Street Area ‘For Years’ Under New Deal With UIC: The beloved hot dog stand still plans to move to Pilsen, but a lease extension with UIC will allow Jim’s to stay in its current location “until we want to leave,” Jim’s owner said.

Curtains Up This Month On Music Box Theatre’s Highly Anticipated 3rd Screen: The new 98-seat theater screen will open to the public June 26.

Chicago’s ‘Godfather Of Neon’ Is Still Lighting Up The City After 40 Years In Business: At Neon Shop Fishtail, Tom Brickler and his team design and repair neon signs for movies, TV shows and countless Chicago taverns and other businesses — and they’re not slowing down anytime soon.

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Chicago Tribune food critic Louisa Chu joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the dining options at the Obama Presidential Center and Father’s Day specials at Justice of the Pies. She also shares details about how a bean pie won a journalist a James Beard Award, highlights of the Tribune Food Awards, and their favorite toppings on a hot dog.

Alex Zalben, the host and editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss what they thought about “Disclosure Day” and the excitement surrounding “Toy Story 5.” He also shares details about a possible sequel to Jim Carrey’s “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” why “The Boroughs” was canceled, and why “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” could be the best summer movie.

On June 19th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Chicago native and legendary actor Joe Mantegna teamed up with sports journalist Brigham Avery to join Bob Sirott on WGN Radio to talk about ‘Hollywood and Ivy.’ Listen in while they break down their exciting project, Hollywood & Ivy—a show that perfectly pairs a love for entertainment with an obsession for the Chicago Cubs and talk about some upcoming celebrity guests and how the show was created. They also share their condolences on the loss of both Tom Dreesen and Walter Parazaider and what we can expect on the new episode of ‘Criminal Minds.’

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:

As Obama Center Opens, South Siders Hope Global Destination Will Serve The Neighborhood: “Hope,” like the Obama campaign slogan, is a common feeling for nearby residents awaiting this week’s opening. Others question what community benefits will come with the global destination.

Late-Night Jazz Is Coming Back To The Green Mill: The famed Uptown lounge will now be open until 4 a.m. Fridays and 5 a.m. Saturdays under new ownership.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about how people can get scammed at their own homes or by falling for urgency driven utility bill payment requests. Steve also explains why you should be cautious of tap-to-pay scams that you can encounter on the street since those request don’t typically warrant a receipt. Steve also shares details surrounding Evanston Township High School’s recent ransomware attack which disrupted district systems.