Bob Sirott

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

Sean Hoffman, producer of “A Blast From The Cellar! – Lost Gems From The ’60s Chicago Garage Rock Explosion,” joins Bob Sirott to talk about the teen dance club that stood in Arlington Heights during the 60s, how they attracted nationally popular bands, and how Hoffman complied the recordings for the new album. He also shares details about some […]

Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Tom Moran joins Bob Sirott to talk about a new strain of COVID, how to get a flu vaccine you can administer at home, and the updated blood pressure guidelines. He also shares why less Americans are drinking, how many steps a day we actually need, and […]

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: Private Pools Across Chicago Shut Down All Summer Thanks To Health Dept. Delays: Residents, contractors and building managers say a newly enforced state law and a short-staffed public health […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the Salt Shed’s new gaming area, the death of Terence Stamp, and Conan O’Brien’s comments about Stephen Colbert. They also share details about why Tom Cruise turned down the Kennedy Center Honors, why Billy […]

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

Bob Sirott and John Landecker are back again for round 2 of For Radio Geeks Only! Join Bob and John as they go down memory lane from their time working together back in the day. Ron Riley, legendary WLS disc jockey, and Spike O’Dell, legendary WGN Radio host, also call into the show to share […]

Elvis Presley’s best friend, Jerry Schilling, joins Bob Sirott to remember the life and legacy of Elvis 48 years after his passing. Jerry discusses how he met Elvis, his generosity for his fans, his physical struggles later in life, staying friends after having multiple falling outs, and the impact of Colonel Tom Parker. Jerry also […]

Robert Sherman, NewsNation National Correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to preview the meeting in Alaska between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Robert explains the current situation in Ukraine after attacks by Russia, what we can expect from the summit, the possibility of a second meeting in the near future, and what Ukraine thinks […]

Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the status of ‘Top Gun 3’, Timothee Chalamet’s new film, two new ‘Star Trek’ installments, Daniel Day-Lewis’ return to the big screen, season 38 of ‘The Amazing Race’, and more.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to share tips on what you should and should not say when talking to someone online. Marianne also details her Caesar salad recipe with homemade skillet croutons. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go […]

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: How A Rogue Laboratory Got People Convicted For Driving High: A forensics scandal at the University of Illinois Chicago reveals a crisis of oversight in the state’s crime labs. Cubs To […]

On August 15th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Actor Steve Schirripa joins Bob Sirott to share how he got his big break in the movie “Casino,” how he found out his character dies on “The Sopranos,” and what it was like writing a book with Michael Imperioli. He also talks about who he originally auditioned for before getting the part of Bobby ‘Bacala’ […]

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about a viral video that urges viewers to go back to the ways of the 80’s and why some of the claims in the video are inaccurate. They also discuss the latest Chicago hoax of a man trapped inside The Bean, or Cloud Gate, […]

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about why you should refrain from posting your child’s back-to-school picture on social media and how to spot a fake refund promise. He also discusses fake celebrity ads, scammers who target older adults’ life savings, and why you shouldn’t have to pay for […]

Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to discuss why Priscilla Presley is being sued and the end of “Sex and the City.” She also shares why Martha Stewart will not be a “Real Housewife,” a health update from Sheryl Crow, and […]

Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Augusta On Premise Bringing Wine Bar With Small Plates, Live Jazz To Lincoln Square This Fall: The wine bar from the owners of Augusta Food & Wine will feature jazz age decor, […]

Angie Kappel (Vice President, Foreign Exchange at Associated Bank) joins Steve Grzanich in today’s Associated Bank Thought Leader conversation to discuss what consumers can expect from new tariffs, the September interest rate cut potential, plus the Federal Reserve board and chair succession.

On August 14th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers: