On August 14th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Author of The 12 Steps and Tales of Fellowship Tom Serritella joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about why he wanted to write this book and what prompted him to seek help to start his sobriety journey. He also discusses how he became a sponsor and where you can buy his book.

Director of The Idaho Murders: College Nightmare Skye Borgman joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss how this documentary focuses on the victims rather than the killer and what happened on the night of the murders. She also focuses on the victim statement made by Alivea Goncalves and what some of her future projects include.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about an increase in storm chaser scams and how you can find reputable companies with the BBB. He also discusses how scammers are placing coupons in mailboxes and how they make money from it.

Michael Liptrot, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Michael has details on:

Chicago’s Fingerboarding Community Is Taking Off — On Tiny Skateboards: The miniature skateboard brand and youth organization TrapDecks has helped turn Chicago into a “mecca for fingerboarding.”

How Nathaniel Mary Quinn Went From Robert Taylor Homes To Designing Art For Rolling Stones: The artist behind the Stones’ 25th album cover also has a debut Chicago exhibit, “A Love Letter to My Mother,” which runs through Aug. 23 at the National Public Housing Museum.

Back To School With Block Club: Learn how you can help to provide books to CPS students.

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Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger update and how this could impact consumers. He also discusses whether or not we could see a sequel to the “Barbie” movie and John Cena’s role in “Coyote vs. Acme.”

Joseph Lenzie, Senior Vice President, Treasury Management Officer Lead at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader conversation to explain how treasury and finance are embracing AI, the challenges they face, and why staying ahead of the technology is more important than ever.

On August 13th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Comedian Pat McGann joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the White Sox giveaway dedicated to Pope Leo XIV, if they did anything special with the Pope’s seat at the park, as well as the atmosphere at the sold out stadium. He also shares details about his upcoming shows and what it’s like working with Sebastian Maniscalco.

Amy Rynell, executive director of Active Transportation Alliance, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about this year’s Bike the Drive event, the history of the event, and how long the course is. She also discusses the landmarks you will see along the way, how to register, and the discount code you can use when purchasing tickets – WGN6.