Bob Sirott

On October 19th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Freelancer Samantha Nelson joins Bob Sirott to talk about food pop-ups happening throughout October, including the DixiePura Kitchen 1st Anniversary Dinner and the Chefs’ Chili Cook-Off. Freelance food writer Lisa Shames also joins Bob to share her updated list of the best restaurants to visit in Chicago, like Smyth, Hermosa Restaurant, Lula Cafe, and more.

Joseph Lindsley, Editor in Chief of Under Fire News, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the reason for satellite disruptions in Ukraine and why Russia is focusing on striking Kyiv. He also shares details about the current morale of Ukrainians and why they feel betrayed by U.S. leaders.

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: Blocking A Bike Or Bus Lane Anywhere In Chicago? City Vehicles With Cameras Can Ticket You Soon: The Smart Streets program, which uses cameras on CTA buses and city vehicles to […]

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about movies coming out this weekend, the movie trailer that had permission to use Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven,” and Celine Dion’s own Barbie doll. Meryl Vissel, Vice President of communications and […]

On October 16th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Robert Channick, business reporter for the Chicago Tribune, joins Bob Sirott to talk about Mike Ditka’s career as a TV pitchman and why Bears former President Michael McCaskey eventually told him to scale it back. He also shares details about when the Schwinn documentary will premiere and what resources you will find on the Chicago […]

Michael Liptrot, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Michael has details on: Chicago Takes On Philly And LA In Trash Cleanup Challenge. Here’s How To Help: Chicagoans have until Oct. 31 to help the city defend its title in the second annual Clean-Off. Logan Square Trader Joe’s […]

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about how AI is used in Medicare scams and reports of people receiving strange appointments in Google Calendar. He also discusses details of scams involving digital wallets and a local story about a person receiving a fake text from scammers pretending to be […]

Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Atlantic Coast Mortgage and host of WGN’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” David Hochberg joins Bob Sirott to discuss the latest CPI inflation update and the categories it focuses on, as well as why there are currently more home sellers than buyers. He hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” […]

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how the Cubs are getting involved with short-form romance stories for social media, Eddie Murphy’s new streaming series, and the 50th anniversary of “Rocky.” She also shares details about the first […]

Brittany Snorgrass, Senior Vice President, Treasury & Payments Solutions at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader segment. They explain commercial card programs and how they can help a business with cash flow, make expenses easier to manage, and cut down the risk of fraud. Brittany also shares why more companies are turning to commercial cards […]

On October 15th, 2026, 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 her opinion of Pope Leo XIV’s lung cancer diagnosis and why his outlook seems “extremely hopeful.” She also explains what type of tests he will undergo and how that will […]

WGN-TV anchor and investigative reporter Ben Bradley joins Bob Sirott to discuss in further detail the stabbing of a CTA janitor and why the suspect was on electronic monitoring, even though he has prior felony convictions. He also explains why the number of people on electronic monitoring is high and what Cook County Sheriff Tom […]

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to share details about the man who was sentenced to nine years after killing a man on Michigan Avenue and if Illinois has a “one punch rule.” She also talks about how often botched executions occur and if public executions are legal.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the aftermath of The Great Chicago Fire, the city’s new area code, Al Capone’s takedown, and more. This Week in Chicago History is sponsored by UI Health.

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: Griffin Museum Of Science And Industry Breaks Ground On Historic South Portico Opening: The $22 million project will open the museum’s south entrance for the first time in more […]

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to share details about a documentary of Michael Jackson’s 1993 Super Bowl halftime performance, a reunion of “The Girls” cast, and a “Fast & Furious” TV series. She also talks about recent SNL news […]

On October 14th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Craig Bolanos, co-founder and wealth advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Bob Sirott to take a look at this morning’s corporate earnings and why consumer sentiment is down. He also explains why it’s likely we won’t see a rate hike this month and when we might see a decrease in gas prices. For more information […]

Author Ron Barber joins Bob Sirott to talk about his campaign to get Jack Quinlan elected into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and why this could be his last chance. He also shares some of his favorite Quinlan stories, what Jack Brickhouse said about national networks wanting to work with him, and how you […]

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about how technology is integrated into everyday activities, like shopping through social media or using smart glasses to help out with daily tasks. He also shares how much of your personal information is shared with this new technology and answers this week’s genius bar question.

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: Expansion Of Automated Ticketing Program For Bike, Bus Lane Blockers OK’d By City Panel: The Smart Streets pilot program that began two years ago Downtown could soon be made permanent […]

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the death of “Breaking Bad” actor RJ Mitte, an update on Selma Blair after being arrested and hospitalized, and information about a Fred Astaire biopic. She also shares details about a […]