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The Closing Bell (4/22) – What’s Next for TikTok, and What Makes the “Best” Boss?

The Closing Bell (4/22) – What’s Next for TikTok, and What Makes the “Best” Boss?

On today’s edition of the Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: ABC News Technology Reporter Mike Dobuski joins the show with the latest on TikTok and the House of Representatives. Mark Denzler, President and CEO of the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association, returns to the program to discuss competing carbon capture proposals and more. Plus, what are the…

Inflation is not going away – how to keep your money safe

Inflation is not going away – how to keep your money safe

Inflation is not going away anytime soon. Jonathan Hoenig, aka The Capitalist Pig, visits the Steve Cochran Show to share his money tips for the middle 60% from how to save to how to invest during this uncertain time.

It’s Parvo Awareness Day – how to keep your puppy safe

It’s Parvo Awareness Day – how to keep your puppy safe

The first ever Parvo Awareness Day is April 23th. Susanna Wickham from PAWS and Bobby Modi from Elanco Animal Health join the Steve Cochran Show to talk about what parvo is, warning signs, and how to keep your puppy safe from it. Plus, Chicago’s homeless pet crisis and how to help. 

Russian hackers target water tower in small Texas town

Russian hackers target water tower in small Texas town

A small town in Texas was targeted by Russian hackers who caused their water tower to overflow, sending the message that nowhere is safe. Small towns may be the target because of the lack of updated cybersecurity and software infrastructure. Plus, how did a hack cause the tower to overflow?

Are foreign wars taking precedent over domestic issues?

Are foreign wars taking precedent over domestic issues?

Michael O’Hanlon, senior fellow and director of research in Foreign Policy at the Brookings Institution, joins the Steve Cochran Show to talk about the hot issues in the Senate. With the US getting involved in Russia/Ukraine and Israel/Palestine, why are billions of dollars being funneled into international wars instead of helping issues facing Americans. Plus,…

PM Chicago (4/19) -A “Healthcare Protection Bill” & the Tulips are Blooming

PM Chicago (4/19) -A “Healthcare Protection Bill” & the Tulips are Blooming

On this episode of PM Chicago: Greg Bishop, Associate Editor for the Center Square and @BishopOnAir, discusses the Illinois House passing a Healthcare protection bill and also a rally of gun owners that took place yesterday. Bill Cameron, Host of Take 1 and City Hall Reporter Emeritus, joins to discuss the latest happenings around City…

Episode 100: Fun in Chicago Like You’ve Never Seen

Episode 100: Fun in Chicago Like You’ve Never Seen

On this episode of Show & Tell: fun in Chicago like you’ve never seen. Get ready to experience, taste, and see the city in a brand new way. First up, Brian Krajack, Director of Operations at Forbidden Root, tells us all about the tastes at Chicago’s first botanic brewery. Forbidden Root’s unique fares – and…

The Closing Bell (4/19) – Our Favorite Albums of All Time & a Cybertruck Recall

The Closing Bell (4/19) – Our Favorite Albums of All Time & a Cybertruck Recall

On today’s edition of the Closing Bell with Bret Gogoel: ABC’s Brian Clark joins Bret to discuss the Tesla recall on the Cybertruck. On a big release day for Taylor Swift, we ask our listeners what their most impactful albums of all-time are. Plus, Netflix is catching flak for a reboot of a classic sitcom.