Segment 1: Scott Bauer, CEO of Prosper Trading Academy, joins John from the CBOE trading pit to talk about why open outcry trading is still so essential.

Segment 2: Liv Peterson, Events Producer with Overflow After Dark (OAD) Productions at Overflow Coffee in the South Loop, tells John about the incredible legacy of the space that houses the coffee shop and event space, the historical significance of the building, what makes their spot unique, the types of events they hold, and their upcoming event taking place this Saturday.

Segment 3: Attorney Rae Kaplan of Kaplan Law Firm joins John Williams to talk about federal judges halting key parts of President Joe Biden’s new student loan repayment program.

Segment 4: Laura Ellis, chief strategy officer, executive vice president and president of residential sales, Baird & Warner, joins John Williams to separate fact from fiction about new home buying rules.

Segment 1: Tom Gimbel, job expert and founder of LaSalle Network, joins John to talk about some employers mandating vacation time, if you should apply for a job if you don’t have all the requirements listed on the job posting, and how a job search often comes down to timing.

Segment 2: Faron Daugs, CFP, Founder and CEO, Harrison Wallace Financial Group, joins John to talk about market performance this week, why tech and AI is winning big, how AI has been impacting the economy, the difference between stocks like Nvidia and the dot com boom, if we’ll see a broader market, the Fed being very calculated about interest rates, and why he tells clients to be disciplined in their investing.

Segment 1: Ilyce Glink, owner of Think Glink Media and Best Money Moves, joins John to talk about how Generation Z has been disproportionately pummeled by rising prices, higher housing costs, larger student loan balances and more overall debt than the millennials before them, how your name could help you get a free ride to college, and the impact climate change is having on the economy.

Segment 2: Jim Dallke, Director of Communications, TechNexus Venture Collaborative, tells John about American Express acquiring restaurant reservation service Tock, VC firm Nurse Capital announcing the close of its inaugural $1M fund, and Level Ex’s technology on SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission. 

Segment 3: Anthony Tiritilli, President of Development, Lynd Living, joins John to talk about the growth of build-to-rent communities.

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Chicago-based restaurant software company Tock is being acquired by American Express for $400 million. The reservation software was developed by Alinea owner Nick Kokonas and former Google engineer Brian Fitzpatrick and founded in 2014. It employs about 200 people. American Express says Tock will operate as its subsidiary under the American Express Global Dining banner. American Express also owns the online reservation company Resy and has been beefing up its related payments and loyalty technology. The company says it’s creating a world-class digital experience platform that’ll include a wide range of benefits for diners and restaurants. 

Also, hackers are demanding tens of millions of dollars in ransom from Hoffman Estates-based CDK Global. Listen for more below:

Segment 1: Michael Miller, Economics Professor, Western Washington University and Professor Emeritus at DePaul University, chats with John about the 2025 tax battle and the difference in the corporate tax plans being proposed by President Biden and Donald Trump.

Segment 2: Paul Kostopanagiotou, Owner, Nicky’s of Beverly, tells John about their restaurant that has become a staple in the Beverly neighborhood of Chicago. Paul talks about the food they offer, how business has been the last few years, their extensive happy hour menu, how they support local farms, artists and musicians, and what you should know about Nicky’s Summer Music Series.

Segment 3: Ann Logue, writer specializing in business and finance, joins John Williams to talk about the retirement Catch-22. Her most recent book is “Options Trading.”

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The restaurant replacing Dick’s Last Resort in Chicago’s Marina City towers finally has an opening set for July. According to Crain’s, Legal Sea Foods has two floors in the space at 315 N. Dearborn with private event spaces and outdoor terraces overlooking the Chicago Riverwalk. The restaurant had planned to open over the winter but there were issues that caused delays. PPX Hospitality Brands is the parent company, based in Massachusetts. It has 26 restaurants, most of them on the east coast. It also owns Smith & Wollensky Restaurant Group. 

Also, Chicago’s Federal Reserve president says the Fed should be able to cut interest rates inflation keeps cooling. Listen for more below:

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The video shout-out company, Cameo, is moving its headquarters to Fulton Market. The company’s signed a six-year lease for two floors of space at 320 N. Elizabeth. The first floor will be used for events and the second floor will be used for offices. Cameo currently has headquarters in River North in about half the space of the new location. The new lease comes after a successful round of fundraising. Cameo also plans to hire some new employees in 2025. The expansion comes after a rough patch that included a drop in valuation and staff cuts. 

Also, one of the shuttered Dom’s Kitchen & Market locations will soon become The Fresh Market. Listen for more below:

Segment 1: Indira Venkat, Senior Vice President of Research, AARP, joins John Williams to talk about building a retirement nest egg and the resources AARP offers to older Americans looking to start saving for retirement or to increase the amount they are saving.

Segment 2: Bree Fowler, Senior Writer, CNET, joins John to talk about California Governor Gavin Newsom wanting to restrict students’ usage of smartphones during the school day, and Electric vehicle maker Fisker filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Segment 3: Steven Esposito, President of Yellowstone Wealth Management in Lake Forest, tells John about recent market performance overall, the market concern over Fed policy, why a broadening out is crucial to a healthy market, inflation coming down, and what he expects the Fed to do with interest rates.

Segment 4: Rocky Troutman, Owner, Rocky’s Dojo & Gym, talks to John about how business is going since COVID, the types of classes they offer at the gym, and the business celebrating 50 years this Saturday!

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about why people wrongly believe we are in a recession, if we are about to enter a bear market, what to know if you about your portfolio if you are close to retirement, and why you should be award of ‘sim swapping.’ As always, Terry answers all of your financial questions.

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Chicago tavern-style pizza is going national. Pizza Hut is rolling out a new menu item called Chicago Tavern-Style Pizza and claims the chain is the only global pizza brand to offer the local favorite. Several choices will be available including a pesto Margherita, the Ultimate with pepperoni and sausage, spicy chicken sausage and double pepperoni. Pizza Hut says its newest offering pays homage to Chicago and a pizza style created 100 years ago. Tavern-style pizza first appeared in Chicago in the 1930’s. Taverns served up the thin crust pizza to entice patrons to stay longer drink more. 

Also, the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission has fined Chicago-based R.R. Donnelly & Sons $2.1 million for the company’s handling of a ransomware attack. Listen for more below: