The Opening Bell

On the August 3, 2016 episode of The Opening Bell, Steve chatted with his dentist Dr. Kimberly Dyoco about the most recent study stating that there is very little research backing up flossing. Steve also talked with Jay Koziarz, the Associate Editor of Curbed Chicago  to talk about the most anticipated neighborhood of the year, that being the development of the West Loop.    

On the August 2nd 2016 episode of The Opening Bell, Steve talked with Sara Skirboll of RetailMeNot.com to talk about the new school year that is coming up soon and the best ways to prep for school from elementary to college. Steve also talked to Steve Pounds of Bankrate.com to bring the subject into the big picture about higher education. The company’s recent survey is saying it is still worth the money but it still needs a large change.  

On the July 29, 2016 episode of The Opening Bell, Steve started off the morning with Paul Nolte of Kingsview Asset Management to talk about The Fed flip-flopping but the inevitable rate hike coming, and an important tip about cash in volatile markets. Steve and co-producer, Bennett Wakenight tried out a new consumer analysis segment called, “Good Talk” where they chatted about how they think the new Iphone 7 will effect everyday lives and how the mega tech company will […]

On the July 28, 2016 episode of The Opening Bell, Steve checked in with the latest from Tesla when he chatted with Dale Buss of Forbes. Is the beta testing of autopilot on the roads the best approach for the car maker and how far will the Gigafactory take the company? Maggie Reardon also chimed in on the DNC with Steve from her CNET perspective. The two talked about the use of social media and how it has become the […]

On the July 27, 2016 episode of The Opening Bell, Steve talked with Kellan Terry of Brandwatch) about an infographic that captures some very interesting social media data up until now in the race. Steve also chatted about yet another scare in the markets of whether interest rates will rise with CFA of Bankrate.com, Greg McBride.  

On the July 26, 2016 episode of The Opening Bell Steve talked with Ted Reed of TheStreet and Forbes to check in with the latest airline updated in the wake of Brexit. Delta, American Airlines, and United are approaching things differently these days and Americans are in a good position to travel because prices are low. Fred Williams is the Senior Reporter for CreditCards.com published a recent report about the best and worst states for money management. Surprisingly Chicago isn’t […]

Music and Chicago have always gone hand in hand but Scott Fetters helped put a new age spin on the music industry by creating the music incubator, 2112. Steve sat down with Scott to talk about the roll that 1871 played in his success and how he has helped create a highly respected space for musicians to work their way into the industry.  

On the July 22nd episode of The Opening Bell, Steve recapped the Republican National Convention from a business and finance perspective. Who better to look at this with him than first, Paul Nolte (Portfolio Manager at Kingsview Asset Managment) and then Heather Long (CNN Money) to break down the past fives days.  

On the Juy 21st, episode of The Opening Bell, Steve jumped on the line with Tricia Morrow, GM of global safety engineer, to talk about some new automotive technology from General Motors that is appropriately timed for the hot weather. Tricia discussed with Steve about the new rear seat reminder technology that helps remind drivers about who and what is in the back seat. Steve also talked with John Murphy, Professor of Communication at U of I, about why these […]

On the July 20, 2016 episode of The Opening Bell, Steve talked about one of the technologies we have been waiting for, but have seen move slowly, virtual reality. However according to Chloe Miller of Miller+Miller (a digital production firm in Chicago) virtual reality is gearing up for big moves.Rick Seaney also checked in with Steve to talk about flights to the west coast that are incredibly cheap.