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WBBM devotes an hour each weekday to discussion about the economy and financial markets with some of the top experts in the nation.

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    Aging Parents - One Kid/One Parent Trip & Fall Getaways

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 25:46


    Talking about money with aging parents can be tough - but it's a critical conversation. One-parent, one-kid trips can be both fun and meaningful with the right planning. And fall is the perfect season for quick getaways - but you'll need to act fast, as popular destinations book up quickly.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Fall Getaways

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 4:33


    Fall is the perfect season for quick getaways - from pumpkin patches and apple orchards to autumn festivals - but you'll need to act fast. Popular destinations book up quickly. Mark Wolters, of the Wolters World Travel and Culture YouTube channel and Teaching Associate Professor of Business Administration at the University of Illinois Gies College of Business in Urbana-Champaign joins Andy Dahn on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details...

    Week Ahead - Mag Mile & Risk Tolerance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 26:28


    A preview of the busy week ahead on Wall Street, Chicago's Mag Mile shows signs of recovery and some Financial advisors may misjudge some clients' risk tolerance.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Risk Tolerance

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 4:28


    Financial advisors may misjudge some clients' risk tolerance. Standard questionnaires often fall short - potentially leading to investment decisions that could prove costly over time. Mark Hulbert, Investment Columnist for - The Wall Street Journal, Barron's & MarketWatch dot-com in Washington joins Andy Dahn on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to explain...

    Rainbow Cone - Babs Boards & Beer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 26:00


    Chicago's iconic Rainbow Cone expands nationwide, a local woman turns her food passion into a national brand, and we check in on brewing for International Beer Day.

    Pokemon Cards - Influencers & Future of Farming

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 26:42


    Pokemon cards are generating a ton of buzz in the collectibles market. A look at a big resume question that was unheard of a decade ago - should you include social media influencer? And AI-powered tools are now providing much-needed help to the agriculture industry.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Pokemon Cards

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 4:59


    Move over, baseball cards - Pokemon cards are exploding in popularity - driving the collectibles market and even being cited as a profit driver for eBay. Stephen Fishler, CEO of ComicConnect.com and Metropolis Comics in New York, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to explain.

    Age Proof Resume - Sports Card & Grey Divorce

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 25:22


    Tips on how to age-proof your resume, a basketball card showcased at a Chicago-area convention could be the most valuable ever sold, and keys to navigating divorce in your "grey" years.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Age Proof Resume

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 5:25


    People over fifty looking for a job should consider age-proofing their resumes. Rick Cobb, founder of the Chicago-based workplace consulting firm 2-Discern, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with key advice.

    Holiday Travel - Chicago Staycation & Restaurants

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 27:22


    If you're planning holiday travel this year, now's the time to act. Meanwhile, turn a Chicago staycation into a special occasion - and a look at restaurants as they struggle to retain customers.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Chicago Staycation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 5:04


    Treating yourself to a Chicago staycation can include a downtown luxury hotel with a great pool, skyline views - and enjoying everything the city offers right in your own backyard. Mark Wolters, Wolters World Travel and Culture YouTube channel host and Associate Professor of Business Administration at the University of Illinois' Gies College of Business in Urbana-Champaign, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details…

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - QR Codes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 3:59


    QR code scams are on the rise - tricking millions into visiting fake sites and turning once-convenient tech into a powerful tool for cyber-criminals. Jerry Irvine, CIO of Prescient Solutions and member of the U.S. Secret Service Electronic Crimes Task Force here in Chicago, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to explain.

    Weekend Box Office - QR Codes & Stock Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 26:25


    So much for talk of "superhero fatigue" - a comic book flick has topped the box office for the second time this month. Plus, QR code scams are spiking, and we check in with our Monday stock picker

    Stale Listings - Families on the Fly & TATES Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 24:14


    How homebuyers can turn a "stale" listing into an opportunity, a new TSA test program helps families breeze through airport security with less stress, and we meet the woman who's turned homemade ice cream and community spirit into a sweet success story in suburban La Grange.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Families on the Fly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 4:35


    The TSA's new “Families on the Fly” program adds kid-friendly lanes and Pre-Check discounts - just in time for summer travel. Though it's not yet in Chicago, the concept is expanding. Cindy Richards, Editor-in-Chief at SheBuysTravel.com here in Chicago, joins Rachel Pierson on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.

    MLB All Star Game - Back-to-School & Wearables

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 24:28


    League officials are expected in Chicago next month to announce Wrigley Field as the site of the 2027 MLB All-Star Game. Families are starting back-to-school shopping early to get ahead of rising costs and potential tariffs, and wearables are evolving beyond fitness tracking into powerful health tools.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - MLB All Star Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 4:01


    League officials are expected to visit Chicago next month to announce that Wrigley Field will host the 2027 MLB All-Star Game. Justin Laurence, reporter at Crain's Chicago Business, joins Andy Dahn on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the latest details.

    Housing - Snack Wraps & Grandparents

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 25:31


    An update on the struggling housing market, McDonald's scores with a popular menu comeback, and how grandparents can give grandkids a financial head start - without spoiling them.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Grandparents

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 5:09


    Grandparents can give their grandkids a financial head start - without spoiling them. Ed Gjertsen, Certified Financial Planner and Founder of Engage Wealth Group here in Chicago joins Andy Dahn on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with key advice.

    Splurge in Retirement - Social Media Travel & Credit Cards

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 24:08


    Why splurging in retirement can be well worth it, how social media is reshaping trip planning, and smart credit card advice for young adults.

    Timeless Toys - Cars & Midwest Foodie Destinations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 25:33


    Facing the threat of tariffs, a Lincoln Square toy store stocked up early—making a bold move that could pay off this holiday season. Plus, an expert shares the best car choices for young adults, and we highlight some of the Midwest's top foodie hot spots.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Timeless Toys

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 4:08


    Facing the threat of tariffs, a Lincoln Square toy store stocked up early—making a bold move that could pay off this holiday season. Scott Friedland, Head Shopkeeper of Timeless Toys in Chicago's Lincoln Square, joins Judson Richards on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.

    Back-to-School - Merging Finances & Parent Workspace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 29:38


    Back-to-school costs are climbing, relationships are reaching the next level - financially - and a new co-working space with on-site childcare has opened in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, giving working parents access to their kids throughout the day.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Parent Workspace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 8:07


    A new co-working space with on-site childcare recently opened in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood - offering working parents flexibility - support - and proximity to their kids all day. Annie Pecoraro, Owner of Le Village Lakeview-Uptown here in Chicago joins Brandon Ison on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details...

    Housing - TikTok Finances & A-I Workplace

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 24:06


    Homebuilders are slashing prices at the fastest pace in three years, a viral TikTok claims teenagers can retire with millions - if parents sacrifice and kids save big early - and businesses are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to spark new ideas and streamline operations.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Chicago Housing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 4:02


    Homebuilders are slashing prices at the fastest rate in three years as economic concerns weigh on demand - raising the big question - will things finally improve for homebuyers? Dru Wischhover, Founder and Owner of the Inspired Title Group here in Chicago joins Rachel Pierson on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the latest...

    Chicago AI - Downsizing & Old 401k

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 22:55


    Chicago is emerging as a major AI hub. Some retirees are rethinking downsizing amid high rates. Plus - what you should do with an old 401k.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Chicago AI Hub

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 3:21


    Chicago is emerging as a key hub for artificial intelligence, joining cities like New York and Boston - thanks to its talent, top research universities, and strong corporate presence. Chris Stegh, Chief Technology Officer at E-Group here in Chicago, joins Andy Dahn on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to explain…

    Retire on a Cruise - Sabbaticals & Grandparents

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 25:13


    Retiring on a cruise ship isn't just a dream - it can sometimes be even cheaper than many senior living options. More companies are offering paid sabbaticals beyond academia, and grandparents are increasingly bonding with grandkids on parent-free adventures.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Sabbaticals

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 3:12


    Retiring on a cruise ship isn't just a dream - it can sometimes be even more affordable than many senior living options, with meals, care, and travel all included. Cindy Richards - Editor in Chief of She Buys Travel dot-com here in Chicago joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss...

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Retire on a Cruise

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 6:06


    Retiring on a cruise ship isn't just a dream - it can sometimes be even more affordable than many senior living options, with meals, care, and travel all included. Cindy Richards - Editor in Chief of She Buys Travel dot-com here in Chicago joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss...

    Summer Box Office - Malls Comeback & Stock Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 26:34


    Blockbusters and ticket discounts are drawing crowds back to theaters, some local shopping centers are defying the odds - and a pair of stock picks from a money pro.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Malls

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 5:11


    While many shopping centers and retail complexes across the country are struggling, top-tier malls remain strong - performing as well as ever. Bob Phibbs, CEO of the Retail Doctor in New York, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to explain.

    Superman - Angel Reese & Hiro Izakaya

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 27:08


    The summer movie box office heats up today with the official opening of Superman. Meanwhile, Chicago Sky's Angel Reese continues her marketing roll - and a new spot brings live Japanese-style dining to Chicago.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Angel Reese

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 4:15


    It's been a big week for Chicago Sky star Angel Reese - she unveiled her new Reebok sneaker line and debuted it on the cover of a video game, marking a major moment in the WNBA's continued rise. Julia Poe, Chicago Bulls and Sky reporter, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.

    Home Repairs - Bug Out Bag & Digital Detox

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 25:05


    Rising costs are causing homeowners to delay repairs. A financial bug-out bag offers protection in emergencies and a digital detox can help reset your mind.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Digital Detox

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 4:53


    Summer is the perfect time to unplug. Experts say a digital detox can reduce stress, improve sleep, and help families reconnect. Jennifer Jolly, Editor-in-Chief of Techish.com in Seattle joins Judson Richards on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with advice on the benefits - and how to implement one.

    Don't Let Money Get in the Way - Aging Parents & Cocktails

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 24:40


    Financial stress is causing many young people to delay marriage, buying a home, and having kids. We'll also explore ways to help aging parents with their money, and how cocktail prices are dropping at Chicago restaurants in hopes of attracting budget-conscious customers.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - Cocktails

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 3:48


    Cocktail prices are dropping at Chicago restaurants in hopes of attracting budget-conscious customers. Izzy Kharasch, President of Hospitality Works - also known as The Restaurant Coach here in Chicago - joins Judson Richards on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

    Tourist Hate - AI Voice & Chicago Pizza

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 26:43


    As popular travel destinations overflow with crowds, navigating the surge - along with rising tourist backlash - is becoming increasingly challenging. An AI voice hoax triggers global diplomatic and security concerns, and Chicago deep-dish pizza chains push for national expansion.

    WBBM Noon Business Hour - AI Voice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 3:38


    An imposter recently used AI-generated audio to pose as Secretary of State Marco Rubio - contacting foreign ministers and U-S politicians - raising red flags about misinformation, security, and diplomatic risks. Andrew Busch, Economic Futurist at AndrewBusch.com, joins Andy Dahn on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.

    Week Ahead - Housing & Stock Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 23:15


    A preview of the busy week ahead on Wall Street, signs the tight housing market is loosening, and a visit with our Monday afternoon stock picker.

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