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WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Susannah Wickham of the Boys and Girls Clubs about fundraising challenges, their collaboration with Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong, children success stories & more!
Some experts say the job market is dead - and it's not coming back. Rick Cobb, founder of the Chicago workplace consulting firm 2-Discern, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
Sports tourism is exploding - as fans turn "Away-Games" - fantasy drafts - and major events into full-scale destination weekends. Angie Rice, Co-Founder of Boutique Travel Advisors based in Scottsdale, Arizona joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.
From kindergarten drop-off to college move-in day - it happens much faster than most parents expect - and having a plan to pay for it all is key. Sandi Bragar - Chief Client Officer and Partner at Aspiriant in San Francisco joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Monica Fox, the vice-president of government relations and external affairs at the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois, to discuss their efforts in raising awareness of under-diagnosed kidney diseases.
If an emergency left you unable to manage your finances, would someone else know what to do? Why every household should conduct a financial fire drill - and how to make sure yours is prepared. Craig Bolanos, co-founder and wealth advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners in Inverness and Downers Grove, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
As relationships develop, couples must decide whether to combine their finances - but for older couples, that decision can be more complicated. Shane Gornik, financial advisor at Forefront Financial Planning in Lisle, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.
'Tis the season for apple, cinnamon and pumpkin flavors in beer and spirits - but if you wait for sweater weather, you may already be too late. Carly Katz, owner of Bottles and Cans in Chicago's Edgebrook neighborhood, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to explain.
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Paula Fasseas, Founder & Executive Chair of PAWS Chicago to discuss the organization's high school origins, their mission, and so much more.
Opposition to massive A-I data centers is spreading across communities nationwide - and with the midterm elections approaching, it's becoming a bipartisan political issue. Andrew Busch, economic futurist at AndrewBusch.com in Charlotte, North Carolina, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.
There are a host of common grocery shopping habits that are quietly draining budgets - from impulse buying and bulk mistakes to wasted memberships. Chicago-based business reporter Jennifer Waters joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
It's spooky season - and theme parks across the country - including Disney and Universal, and even Six Flags Great America locally - are transforming Halloween into the perfect excuse for a fall getaway. Melissa McCallister, President and Owner of Ticket-to-Ride Inc. in Park Ridge, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Tracy Levine of the Naomi Ruth Cohen Foundation to discuss mental health support and how to address the subject with kids as they go into the school year.
Gen Z is going retro - embracing dumb phones, old game consoles and vintage gadgets as younger consumers seek simpler, less-connected technology. Paul Hochman, President of Humongous Media joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
Severe storms can bring down trees, quickly turning it into a busy time for local tree-cutting services. Eric Grossnickle, Arborist for Bartlett Tree Experts here in Chicago joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with University of Illinois board member Jesse Ruiz to discuss the search for the next president of the school system, the state of AI in academics and more.
As workplace technology evolves, more employers are using digital tools to monitor employee activity, raising new questions about privacy, trust, and productivity. And yes, your boss is likely watching you. Rick Cobb, Founder of the workplace consulting firm 2-Discern here in Chicago joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
Helping family and friends feels generous, but without financial boundaries, good intentions can put your own long-term financial security at risk. Jonathan Shenkman, President and Chief Investment Officer of Park Bridge Wealth Management in New York, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss the cost of being nice.
Helping grandchildren financially can be rewarding, and there are smart ways to build their financial confidence without creating a sense of entitlement. Shari Greco Reiches, Regional Director at EP Wealth in Chicago, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with details.
From giant turkey legs to deep-fried desserts, Midwest state fairs have become must-visit destinations for food lovers every summer. Mark Wolters, Wolters World Travel and Culture - YouTube channel 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's Rob Hart sits down with Connie Esparza and Emily Analis of the American Red Cross to discuss the national blood donation shortage, the factors contributing to this crisis, and what can be done to solve it.
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Rick Harnish of the Midwest High Speed Alliance to discuss the state of bullet trains in the Midwest, how Chicago would make for a great high speed rail city, why bullet trains are limited in the U.S & much more!
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with former Illinois Governor Pat Quinn to discuss the past, present, and future of Illinois politics. They cover a gamut of topics, including Pat's vision for a millionaire's tax, mending the political divide in Illinois, and the Chicago Bears and White Sox house hunting sagas.
An Alaskan cruise is unlike most other voyages, and understanding what makes it different can help you make the most of the experience. Ilana Schattauer - Founder & Content Creator for the YouTube channel - Life Well Cruised and Life Well Cruised dot-com in Montreal, Quebec joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with key advice.
Prediction markets are gaining popularity, but experts warn they can mislead investors by amplifying speculation, bias, and unnecessary financial risk. Mark Hulbert, Investment Columnist for The Wall Street Journal, Barron's & MarketWatch in Washington, DC joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.
Rob Hart is the author of The Medusa Protocol, Assassins Anonymous, The Paradox Hotel, The Warehouse, and the Ash McKenna crime series, and the co-author of Scott Free with James Patterson. He's worked as a book publisher, a reporter, a political communications director, and a commissioner for the city of New York. Hart lives in Jersey City. Visit his website at https://robwhart.com/ Spies, Lies and Private Eyes is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair#suspensebooks#authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip#writers#writersinspiration #books#bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted#bookaddiction #bibliophile #read#amreading #lovetoread #terrencemccauley#terrencemccauleybooks #bookouture #thrillers #thetwilighttown #RobHart #ThreeHitmenandaBaby
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Maria McCauley & Dan Montgomery of the Chicago-based American Library Association to discuss 150 years of the organization, the state of public libraries, national funding & more!
After all these years, you'd think everyone would know that what they post on social media could hurt their job search. Yet many job seekers still need to clean up their online presence. Jason Wachtel, Managing Partner at JW Michaels & Co here in Chicago joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
Autonomous rides are expanding nationwide, with Waymo adding more U.S. markets as the robotaxi race accelerates. Matt Jones, independent auto expert in Los Angeles, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
The biggest financial successes often begin with small daily decisions that quietly compound into greater wealth and long-term financial security. Sandi Bragar, Chief Client Officer at Aspiriant in San Francisco, joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
Lending money to friends can often be a relationship-killer, with studies showing that more than half of people have lost friendships over financial issues. Shane Gornik, Financial Advisor for Forefront Financial Planning in Lisle joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss how to navigate this tricky situation
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Michelle Hearn & Paula Santos of Open Books Chicago to discuss the organization's mission to provide book access to all, where you can help & so much more!
People are turning clutter into cash through yard - garage - and estate sales as they downsize - move - or simply get organized. Lisa Stover, Expert in Senior Transitions and Owner - Presto Real Estate and Services in Naperville joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details...
As summer continues to fly by, one vacation that's still within reach for many families is the classic American road trip - from historic Route-66 to California's scenic Highway 1, or even the iconic drive from Chicago to Mount Rushmore. Cindy Richards, Editor in Chief of She Buys Travel dot-com in Chicago joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour to discuss.
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Umi Grigsby from Share our Spare Chicago to discuss the challenges that many families and children are facing with affording essentials, and how Share Our Spare is working to build a network with other agencies and organizations to provide children's essentials to those in need.
Rob Hart discussed his new book, Three Hitmen and a Baby. He also talks about this other body of work.
Steve chats with Rob Hart, author of the new book, Three Hitmen and a Baby, the third book in the Assassins Anonymous series, about how the skills of an assassin do not translate to the skills of a parent, the emotional depth the book explores, fight choreography, found family, and how Rob upended his plans … Continue reading 315: Three Hitmen and a Baby by Rob Hart – Summer Reading Spectacular 2026
Experts say consumers should think twice before using debit cards for some transactions, as credit cards may be a better option and offer greater protection. Ted Rossman, Independent Credit Card Analyst based in New York joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details...
The Midwest is packed with foodie destinations, from Wisconsin supper clubs to Indiana tenderloins, Michigan cherries, and St. Louis toasted ravioli. Mark Wolters, Wolters World Travel and Culture YouTube channel 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.
Before move-in day, it's key to get incoming college freshmen financially prepared for campus life. Ed Gjertsen, Certified Financial Planner and Founder of Engage Wealth Group here in Chicago joins Rob Hart on the WBBM Noon Business Hour with the details.
A fun chat with Rob Hart all about his new book Three Hitmen and a Baby, how to find a snake expert, living in the age of surveillance, and crying at movies. Plus – Dave is roasted at school, Laura recaps the Mumford & Sons concert, and Andrew accidentally opens up his Father's Day present … Continue reading Ep. 332 Crying At The Movies With Rob Hart
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Trevor Clarke, Executive Director of Working Bikes Chicago, to discuss how donated bikes can find a second life in Chicago (or elsewhere) and more!
Barbara Peters in conversation with Rob Hart
This week, I talk with Rob Hart about his third Assassins Anonymous book Three Hitmen and a Baby! Listen to hear about: Why the series resonates beyond action: Hart uses professional killers in recovery to examine guilt, redemption, personal growth, and whether people can truly change. Rob's writing philosophy, and why he believes even pantsers need to know where their story is headed emotionally. Why humor is essential in thrillers, arguing that comedy acts as a pressure-release valve that helps readers connect more deeply with characters and makes even high-stakes action scenes more memorable. Check Out Author Social Media PackagesCheck out the Bookwild Community on PatreonCheck Out My Stories Are My Religion SubstackGet Bookwild MerchFollow @imbookwild on InstagramOther Co-hosts On Instagram:Gare Billings @gareindeedreadsSteph Lauer @books.in.badgerlandHalley Sutton @halleysutton25Brian Watson @readingwithbrianMacKenzie Green @missusa2mba
Today in the writer's interrogation chair, it's the multi-talented Rob Hart, author of Dossier favorite, THE WAREHOUSE, PARADOX HOTEL, and his assassins series. Today we're talking about assassins book three, THREE HITMEN AND A BABY. Hear about this amazing cover, how Rob feels about transitioning from one writing genre to another, what he thinks of AI in writing, and how he's keeping himself entertained. Does he write fast or slow? Find out here. Discover Rob's editing services and what he's up to next here on The Writer's Dossier. robwhart.com | thewritersdossier.com | Voice credit: Hillary Huber
WBBM's Rob Hart is joined by Dawn Melchiorre & Jeannie Thomas of Cradles to Crayons to discuss the modern day price of parenthood & childcare, life for low-income/unhoused parents, the state of childcare and more.
In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Phil Holloway, the Host of the Megyn Kelly True Crime Show and a Former Assistant District Attorney and Former Police Officer. They discuss today's verdict in the Karmelo Anthony murder trial in Texas. He's later joined by Frannie Block, a Reporter for The Free Press. She discusses her latest piece which is headlined, "A Medical Student Took His Own Life. His Parents Blame the School." In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is later joined by Rob Hart, of WBBM Radio in Chicago. They discuss whether or not the Chicago Bears will actually be relocating to Indiana. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Jacob Olidort, a Chief Research Officer and Director of American Security at the America First Policy Institute. They discuss the latest on Iran's shootdown of an American helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, how America will respond and more. He's later joined by George Rosenthal, a Co-Owner of Throttlenet for Tech Talk Tuesday. They discuss various tech topics including Apple's new Siri powered by Google, how scammers are weaponizing A.I., the new A.I. executive order and more. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.
Mark is joined by Rob Hart, of WBBM Radio in Chicago. They discuss whether or not the Chicago Bears will actually be relocating to Indiana.
In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is later joined by Rob Hart, of WBBM Radio in Chicago. They discuss whether or not the Chicago Bears will actually be relocating to Indiana.
WBBM's Rob Hart sits down with Janice Hurtado of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to discuss their upcoming event "Out of the Darkness Overnight Walk". Hart & Hurtado discuss the the event, the life of suicide survivors & more.