Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about a Social Security “con job” and constant debate over when to take yours out. Terry also answers all of your financial questions. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8380254/8380254_2026-05-13-214954.64kmono.mp3 More with Terry Savage Recent Posts John Williams Do you want the DNC to come back to Chicago? .cls-4{fill:#000;} Mincing Rascals: The McStadium, gas prices, hantavirus .cls-7{fill:#fff;fill-r...
May 13, 2026
Segment 1: Tom Gimbel , job expert and founder of LaSalle Network , joins John Williams to talk about positive affirmation in the workplace and how it’s not always great to surround yourself by people who only tell you what you want to hear. Segment 2: Philippe Weiss , President, Seyfarth at Work , joins John to talk about the closure of Spirit Airlines and how the spike in oil prices had an effect on Spirit going out of business. Segment 3: Longtime Chicago radio veteran Harvey Wells, Founder, ...
May 12, 2026
Segment 1: Ilyce Glink , owner of Think Glink Media , joins John Williams to discuss rising household debt, climbing FHA mortgage delinquencies, continued home price increases across the country, and what the latest jobs report signals about the economy. Segment 2: Jim Dallke , Director of Communications at TechNexus Venture Collaborative , talks with John about how University of Michigan and other university endowments are cashing in on AI investments, the growing number of AI startups and tool...
May 11, 2026
Segment 1: Steven Esposito, President of Yellowstone Wealth Management in Lake Forest, joins John to talk about the ‘green on screen,’ why the stock market continues to break records, the better than expected job report, and what he’s telling investors about this rally. Segment 2: Carl Prouty, “The Technologist” at Abt Electronics in Glenview, tells John about some great items they have for the mom in your life. Carl also gives John the details on Abt’s third annual Grill Fest . https://serve.ca...
May 08, 2026
Segment 1: Georgiaree Godfrey, director of public information for the Chicago Department of Aviation , tells John everything we should know about the upcoming Airport Small Business Summit + Job Fair . Segment 2: Scott Stein , Editor at Large, CNET , joins John to talk about Google’s newest health announcements including the new Fitbit Air. Segment 3: Michael Miller , Economics Professor, Western Washington University and Professor Emeritus at DePaul University, joins John to talk about the heal...
May 07, 2026
Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about the stock market being all-time highs despite signs of a fractured economy, and why she believes there are two economies right now. Terry also answers all of your financial questions. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8361432/5-6-26_Noon_Business_Lunch_Terry_Savage_stock_market_highs_fractured_economy_two_economies_financial_questions_answered_2026-05-06-185832.128.mp3 More with Terry Savage Recent...
May 06, 2026
Segment 1: Tom Gimbel , job expert and founder of LaSalle Network , joins John to talk about the importance of having a nurturing manager that is a good ‘people person,’ why new college graduates have unrealistic salary expectations, his thoughts on Zoom and Deloitte eliminating some benefits, and how AI will impact the labor market in the future. Segment 2: Dennis Rodkin , residential real estate reporter for Crain’s , joins John Williams to talk about spring homebuyers have one-third the choic...
May 05, 2026
Segment 1: Ilyce Glink , owner of Think Glink Media , joins John Williams to talk about housing’s share of the economy dipping below 16% for the first time since 2019, new data showing the salary expectations of college graduates, and why people are talking about Indian mangos. Segment 2: Jim Dallke , Director of Communications, TechNexus Venture Collaborative , tells John about IBM deepening its commitment to Chicago, West Coast tech firm Databricks expanding their Chicago office, and Chicago A...
May 04, 2026
Segment 1: Faron Daugs , CFP, Founder and CEO, Harrison Wallace Financial Group , joins John to talk about the markets and economy looking right through the war drama, President Trump announcing new tariffs, what’s going on with the labor market, and what he expects from the new Fed chair. Segment 2: Rich Gamble, Interim President & CEO of Chicago Loop Alliance , joins John to break down the numbers of Chicago Loop Alliance’s recently released quarter one 2026 State of the Loop report . Segm...
May 01, 2026
Segment 1: Derik Farrar, head of Everyday Banking and Borrowing at U.S. Bank , tells John about new data that shows two in three Americans say they’re currently delaying at least one major financial milestone, but still are finding ways to adapt their plans to stay focused on long-term goals. Derik explains why consumer confidence remains strong and how he’s helping customers reach their financial goals. Segment 2: Scott Stein , Editor at Large, CNET , joins John to give us his review of two new...
Apr 30, 2026
Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about the stock market nearing all-time highs, her thoughts on the proposed Billionaires Tax in California, how to make your retirement money last, what you should know about annuities, and how inflation is impacting your money. Terry also answers all of your financial questions. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8348947/4-29-26_Terry_Savage_retirment_income_stock_market_billionaires_tax_annuities_inflat...
Apr 29, 2026
Segment 1: Tom Gimbel , job expert and founder of LaSalle Network, joins John to give some great tips for new college grads who are beginning their first professional job. Segment 2: Philippe Weiss , President, Seyfarth at Work , joins John to talk about the trend of companies consolidating the top tier of their organizational charts. Philippe tells John about the risks involved in this reorganization and what companies should know to make the consolidation successful. Segment 3: Craig Bolanos ,...
Apr 28, 2026
Tom Fortino , Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group , and host of “ The Alpha Wealth Hour ” on WGN Radio, joins John on the Noon Business Lunch to talk about the unpredictability of the market, how the market has rallied the past month, why the market seems impervious to turmoil, the advice he’s giving to clients right now, and why he thinks Kevin Warsh is a great pick for the next Fed Chair. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8338204/8338204_2026-04-27-202804.64kmono.mp3 TUNE IN to WGN Radio ...
Apr 27, 2026
Segment 1: Ilyce Glink , owner of Think Glink Media , joins John Williams to talk about Customers Bank signing a partnership with OpenAI, how AI is fueling fraud, America’s hidden debt crisis, and how much you can expect to pay for FIFA World Cup tickets. Segment 2: Jim Dallke , Director of Communications, TechNexus Venture Collaborative , tells John about Morningstar mulling a relocation to the revamped Thompson Center, Rivian beginning production of its new R2 electric vehicle, and UK startup ...
Apr 27, 2026
Segment 1: Tom Fortino , Founder and Principal, Alpha Wealth Group , and host of “ The Alpha Wealth Hour ” on WGN Radio, joins John to talk about the unpredictability of the market, how the market has rallied the past month, why the market seems impervious to turmoil, the advice he’s giving to clients right now, and why he thinks Kevin Warsh is a great pick for the next Fed Chair. Segment 2: Tom Appel, Publisher, Consumer Guide Automotive and host of the Consumer Guide Car Stuff podcast, joins J...
Apr 24, 2026
Segment 1: Tim O’Malley, producer of The Summit , Chicago’s biggest tourism, hospitality and special events trade show, joins John Williams to tell us everything we should know about this year’s event and the health of Chicago tourism in 2026. Segment 2: Scott Stein , Editor at Large, CNET , talks to John about the tenure of Apple CEO Tim Cook , who announced this week that he will be stepping down. Segment 3: Phillip Shaw , CFP, Senior Advisor, Goldstone Financial Group , joins John to talk abo...
Apr 23, 2026
Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about the market being up again after President Trump announcing an extension on a ceasefire, why the market continues to zig-zag, if we are heading towards a health insurance crisis , and to answer all of your financial questions. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8328396/4-22-26_Noon_Business_Lunch_Terry_Savage_stock_market_Iran_war_investing_portfolio_health_insurance_crisis_2026-04-22-180336.128.mp3 ...
Apr 22, 2026
Segment 1: Tom Gimbel , job expert and founder of LaSalle Network, joins John to talk about why learning proper social skills can help you succeed in business. Should we be teaching these social skills in school? Segment 2: Alex Papadopoulos , President of Egéa Wealth Management and Egéa SRI (Socially Responsible Investments), joins John Williams to talk about how their investment firm focuses on sustainability and companies that are socially responsible. Alex says there is an appetite for this ...
Apr 21, 2026
Segment 1: Ilyce Glink , owner of Think Glink Media , joins John Williams to talk about the government opening their tariff refund portal, the NAR’s generational trends report, the challenges for first-time homebuyers, and the latest on the war in Iran and its impact on oil prices and the stock market. Segment 2: Jim Dallke , Director of Communications, TechNexus Venture Collaborative , tells John about Blockchain firm Ripple opening a big new office in River North, Chicago startups raising just...
Apr 20, 2026
Segment 1: Steven Esposito, President of Yellowstone Wealth Management in Lake Forest, joins John to talk about how the market has soared since he was last on two weeks ago, if he still sees more market upside, why he believes the Fed should cut interest rates, the lack of concern about a temporary inflation hike, his belief that oil and gas prices will come down quickly, and what he’s telling his clients right now. Segment 2: Matt Schultz, LendingTree chief credit analyst, joins John to break d...
Apr 17, 2026
Segment 1: Jack Ablin , Founding Partner & Chief Investment Strategist, Cresset Capital , talks to John about how the market has been performing this week, his outlook for the market for the new few months, why he doesn’t see a credit crisis on the horizon, the overall health of the consumer, if he’s concerned about the federal deficit, his thoughts on a tenuous labor market, and what he would tell investors right now. Segment 2: Emily Stewart , Senior Correspondent , Business Insider, joins...
Apr 16, 2026
Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about why Tax Day is her least favorite day of the year, how rising gas prices are impacting all aspects of the economy, why the stock market is still nearing all-time highs despite the war with Iran, and to answer all of your financial questions. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8267878/4-15-26_Noon_Business_Lunch_tax_day_rising_gas_prices_stock_market_highs_2026-04-15-181618.128.mp3 More with Terry Sa...
Apr 15, 2026
Segment 1: Steve Alexander gives John an update on today’s market movement. Segment 2: Philippe Weiss , President, Seyfarth at Work , tells John what businesses can learn from the failing U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Philippe says that cease-fire between the Trump administration and Iran offers a vivid, real-world case study in the complexities of negotiation—and the costly consequences of misalignment. Segment 3: Michael Miller , Economics Professor, Western Washington University and Professor Emeritus...
Apr 14, 2026
Segment 1: Ilyce Glink , owner of Think Glink Media , joins John Williams to talk about consumer sentiment being at its lowest level ever, the concern over inflation, the most lucrative mountain towns in which to own an Airbnb, and why the markets have remained mostly resilient despite the war in Iran. Segment 2: Jim Dallke , Director of Communications, TechNexus Venture Collaborative , tells John about the University of Chicago getting a $50M donation to recruit AI experts, and the state of VC ...
Apr 13, 2026
Segment 1: Craig Bolanos , Founder and Wealth Advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners , joins John Williams to talk about today’s hot inflation report, the three signs that the economy and markets are rebounding, the alarming rate of people taking early withdrawals from their 401k plans, why people should stay excited about the energy sector of the market, and why it could be a good time to rebalance your portfolio. Segment 2: Mark Steber, Chief Tax Officer of Jackson Hewitt Tax Services, joins John ...
Apr 10, 2026
Segment 1: Stephen Kates , CFP, Financial Analyst, Bankrate , joins John Williams to preview tomorrow’s release of CPI data and talk about how sticky inflation is impacting homeowners. Segment 2: Scott Stein , Editor at Large, CNET , tells John about Artemis II astronauts using iPhones to capture stunning space images , and what we should know about Anthropic’s new AI model . Segment 3: Aki Ito , Chief Correspondent at Business Insider , joins John Williams to talk about how many workers are tak...
Apr 09, 2026
Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about how the ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran is impacting the markets, the gamesmanship going on in the financial markets right now, and the importance of revaluating your exposure to the market. Terry also answers all of your financial questions. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8087247/4-8-26_Noon_Business_Lunch_Terry_Savage_Trump_Iran_ceasefire_market_gamesmanship_2026-04-08-185247.128...
Apr 08, 2026
Segment 1: Tom Gimbel , job expert and founder of LaSalle Network , joins John to talk about the positive ways that AI can be used in business, and what you can do to improve communication at work. Segment 2: Tim Coffey, President & CEO, OMI Industries , joins John to talk about their chemical company, their consumer line called Fresh Wave, their recent feature on NBC News that spotlighted their relationship with a local charity Horizons for Youth. Segment 3: Jessica Smart , President and CE...
Apr 07, 2026
Segment 1: Ilyce Glink , owner of Think Glink Media , joins John Williams to talk about a new survey that shows half of Americans in debt say that financial stress impacts their daily lives, how many people are turning to AI to get financial advice, and why we need more 401k access. Segment 2: Jim Dallke , Director of Communications, TechNexus Venture Collaborative , tells John about Chicago VC firm Corazon Capital raising $100M for its latest fund that focuses on AI for the consumer, and the fo...
Apr 06, 2026
Segment 1: Mark Hamrick , Washington Bureau Chief and Senior Economic Analyst for Bankrate.com , joins John Williams to talk about the better than expected March employment report. And what are the expectations for interest rates and Fed policy? Segment 2: Colleen Ceh Becvar, Co-Founder, Trinity Advocacy Group , joins John Williams to talk about how they help seniors with no family to make an estate plan, financial plan or a care plan. Segment 3: Beth Swanson , CEO, A Better Chicago , joins John...
Apr 03, 2026
