Bob Sirott

On November 20th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty shares details about a new strain of the flu and how RSV is sending more babies and young children to hospitals.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include when the Chicago Bears signed Red Grange, The Rolling Stones’ impromptu performance with Muddy Waters, the invention of the chocolate phosphate, and more.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: 1985 Bears’ Hit Single ‘The Super Bowl Shuffle’ Is The Subject Of New HBO Documentary: The 40-minute documentary will explore how a local record executive convinced the Bears to try rapping, […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about Leo High School choir’s star-studded performance, which character was killed off in “The Simpsons,” and Dean’s “Wicked: For Good” pre-review. They also talk about why Alinea lost a Michelin Star and what’s new […]

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about an update in the case against former FBI Director James Comey and the order for OJ Simpson’s estate to pay out Ron Goldman’s family. She also explains what stand-your-ground laws are and the case of the TikTok influencer that was ordered to pay for […]

On November 19th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about digital safety tips to use when traveling for the holidays, like why you shouldn’t use public Wi-Fi and why you should be cautious when using public USB charging stations. He also explains why it isn’t smart to announce your travel plans on social media […]

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: How Chicagoans Helped Their Neighbors Through The SNAP Freeze: From turning their porches into food pantries to baking birthday cakes, neighbors found creative ways to help those going without food […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about new allegations against P Diddy, a local tribute for Robert Redford, and the premiere of “Wicked: For Good” in New York. They also share details about who will host and perform on SNL in […]

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to discuss if the Fed is thinking about cutting rates again in December and why the next four to five months are typically the best for the markets. He also talks about when we will get accurate readings on market […]

On November 18th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Dr. Irfan Hafiz, Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how you should treat a cold versus a fever and how patients have more choices to manage high cholesterol. He also shares research about the rejection of a pig kidney in some transplant patients, a study […]

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Cannabis Dispensary Across From Wrigley Field Gets Final Approval From City Council: Entourage Holdings cleared its final zoning hurdle Friday, paving the way for the team to open after […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean discuss the weekend box office numbers, the Pope’s A-List guests at the Vatican, and why Dennis DeYoung slams the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. They also talk about the 35th anniversary of “Home Alone,” a […]

On November 17th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to talk about how you should react to and handle unruly airline passengers. She also mentions one of her famous Thanksgiving sides. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your own […]

Choose Chicago’s Director of Corporate Communications Isaac Reichman joins Bob Sirott to talk about some of his favorite restaurants in Chicago’s Theater District, like The Berghoff and The Dearborn, and more. He also shares some restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving, like Hawksmoor and Cafe Robey, as well as Thanksgiving Day Afternoon Lunch Cruises.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: 3 Friends Visit Every CTA ‘L’ Stop In 9 Hours In Effort To Set Guinness World Record: The trio wore Chicago flags as capes and fought snowfall Monday to reach their ambitious […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the man who grabbed Ariana Grande on the red carpet, Bad Bunny’s Latin Grammy awards, and the “Dawson’s Creek” star that needs cancer treatment. They also talk about things to do this weekend, […]