
Location:
Chicago, IL
Genres:
News
Description:
The Bob Sirott Podcast from Chicago's Very Own, 720 WGN
Twitter:
@BobSirott
Language:
English
Episodes
What do your eyes reveal about your heart?
11/10/2025
Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Tom Moran joins Bob Sirott to explain how the number of steps your take daily could help slow the progression of Alzheimer’s, symptoms of lung cancer, and why radiation might be unnecessary for some breast cancer patients. He also talk about how your eyes could help predict […]
Duration:00:10:44
Extremely Local News: How buying a pizza can help families across Chicago
11/10/2025
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: Feds Clarify Prayer Ban at Broadview: Restrictions Only Apply On Federal Property: In a Friday phone call, a federal official told faith leaders and activists that there would be […]
Duration:00:03:38
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Kim Kardashian, and P Diddy
11/10/2025
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the new class inducted in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the weekend box office numbers. They also share details about Kim Kardashian’s social media post and what TMZ is reporting about […]
Duration:00:08:07
What to expect during your Thanksgiving travels
11/10/2025
Johnny Jet, travel influencer, joins Bob Sirott to talk about whether or not Thanksgiving travel will be impacted by the government shutdown and the number of increased flight cancellations due to increasing TSA numbers. He also discusses why some carry-ons have to be checked in and what the “healthiest” seat on an airplane is.
Duration:00:09:38
IDOT prepares for the first snow of the season
11/10/2025
IDOT’s director of the office of communications, Guy Tridgell, joins Bob Sirott to talk about when they start preparing the roads before it starts snowing and why the roads don’t tend to stay clear for long. He also explains whether or not they have to wait to salt the roads.
Duration:00:02:20
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 11/10/25
11/10/2025
On November 10th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Duration:00:00:59
Can a deal be reached to keep Gene’s Bistro at Midway Airport?
11/7/2025
Third-generation principal of Gene & Georgetti’s, Michelle Durpetti, joins Bob Sirott to talk about why her grandfather decided on opening a steak house and why she believes steak-based restaurants do so well even with a lot of competition. She also shares the latest on discussions concerning Gene’s Bistro at Midway Airport, what could possibly be […]
Duration:00:10:55
Celebrate ‘Friendsgiving’ with great friends and new recipes
11/7/2025
Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to explain what “Friendsgiving” is, how it’s a good opportunity to test out new recipes, and the do’s and don’ts of Thanksgiving with your family. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. […]
Duration:00:07:55
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Jimmy Kimmel, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and ‘Wicked’
11/7/2025
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the upcoming Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, why Jimmy Kimmel was canceled last night and the “Wicked” TV special. They also shared details about “Stranger Things” red carpet moments, things to […]
Duration:00:12:32
Extremely Local News: Will the city of Chicago buy the Greyhound bus station?
11/7/2025
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: City Plans To Buy Greyhound Bus Station Downtown: Ald. Bill Conway said he discovered a $50 million line item for the station in tax-increment financing reports. The Mayor’s Office confirmed the […]
Duration:00:04:21
Is that Facebook privacy settlement email a scam?
11/7/2025
President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to explain how you can spot a Facebook settlement scam and why sharing your information online could lead to more telemarketing calls. He also discusses cable and streaming scams, like texts and calls from scammers pretending to be a company representative.
Duration:00:04:34
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 11/7/25
11/7/2025
On November 7th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Duration:00:01:03
Richard Roeper: Celebrating 50 years of Siskel & Ebert
11/6/2025
Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about complaints about smoking on the CTA and how they would address a smoker in that situation. He also shares details about a celebration honoring Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert and how he will participate in the events.
Duration:00:08:00
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Snoop Dogg, Oprah, and John Mulaney
11/6/2025
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about Oprah’s favorite things to give as gifts this year, why Snoop Dogg won’t host his New Year’s Eve special and John Mulaney’s appearance at the Supreme Court. They also share details about Dean’s interview […]
Duration:00:11:50
Extremely Local News: Lynn’s Chicago Pizza may be closed, but catering is still an option
11/6/2025
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: Families Rally After Feds Take Chicago Daycare Teacher: ‘We Are Filled With Rage’: Hundreds of neighbors gathered in North Center demanding that federal immigration agents stay out of schools after a teacher […]
Duration:00:03:45
Thought Leader Duston Detrick explains impact on small business lending
11/6/2025
Duston Detrick, Vice President and Business Banking Relationship Manager at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader conversation to discuss an analysis of how the government shutdown is impacting small business lending, as well as small business health insurance premiums.
Duration:00:15:50
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 11/6/25
11/6/2025
On November 6th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Duration:00:00:39
Innovation DuPage continues to help small businesses grow
11/5/2025
President and founder of Innovation DuPage, Joe Cassidy, joins Bob Sirott to talk about what Innovation DuPage is and how they help small businesses thrive. He also explains their ties to College of DuPage and what makes them different from other organizations that aid in small business growth.
Duration:00:03:46
What you need to know about GLP-1 drugs
11/5/2025
Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty talks about how GLP-1 drugs interact with our genes and whether or not individuals need to continue taking them indefinitely.
Duration:00:08:16
This Week in Chicago History: Michael Jordan, Walgreens, and the Cubs
11/5/2025
Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Michael Jordan’s statue, the Chicago Tribune’s 1948 election mistake, Marshall Field’s Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Lab Kit, and more.
Duration:00:10:18