Bob Sirott

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joined Bob this morning to talk about why Mother’s Day can be a difficult time for some people and how you can reach out to those who are impacted. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to […]

VP of Foodservice Publishing Company Cary Miller joins Bob Sirott to talk about recent restaurant trends and how service charges can change how tips are perceived in the restaurant industry. He also discusses why some restaurants have limited menus for holidays and why it’s easier to make food in a restaurant versus getting it on […]

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: ‘Out Of Control’ Pigeon Poop Problem At Belmont Red Line Station Finally Cleaned Up, Ald. Says: CTA crews added netting to keep out birds and will continue to make repairs after […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the season three trailer of ‘The Bear,’ Brian Wilson’s conservatorship, a celebrity baby announcement, and a new ‘Harry Potter’ event in Chicago. They also share details on things to do this weekend and Dean’s […]

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War, including Ukraine’s entry for the Eurovision Song Contest and Russia’s attack on Ukrainian residential neighborhoods. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts to […]

On May 10th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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: New Late-Night Bars Could Be Banned In Wicker Park, Logan Square: Ald. Daniel La Spata said the measure is “good policy” to reduce rowdiness and illegal late-night behavior in the […]

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to discuss mother’s day scams and AI generated flowers for sale. He also talks about fake calls and emails from the Chinese police and the Cook County Sheriff’s office.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the death of Steve Albini and why Taylor Swift fans are traveling to Europe. They also discuss the new ‘Lord of the Rings’ movies, Dean’s interview with Danny DeVito, and newly discovered ‘Bozo’ […]

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War, including today’s Russian holiday and President Zelensky’s presence on social media. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts to distribute supplies throughout Ukraine, click […]

This week Steve Grzanich is with Thought Leader Doug McClure (Senior Vice President and Team Leader, Commercial Banking at Associated Bank) to discuss the continued concern from small business owners on inflation, followed by what the middle-market is and why there are opportunities for it in financial services.

On May 9th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the celebration of Mother’s Day, the cicada invasion of 1803, the death of H. H. Holmes, 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: Billy Goat Tavern Bringing Its Cheezborgers To Wrigleyville: Eight years after the Curse of the Billy Goat was broken, the famous bar is opening its newest location up the street from […]

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about why John Wayne Gacy’s case is still open and why the family of Roberto Clemente is suing Puerto Rico. She also discusses whether or not the judge in Donald Trump’s hush money case allowed more than enough testimony from Stormy Daniels.

Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about when we can see season two of ‘Wednesday,’ a new Brooke Shields romantic comedy, and Cindy’s interview with members of The Beach Boys. We also hear about Dean’s streaming picks and late […]

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War, including early morning attacks from Russia and why some soldiers aren’t allowed to have contact with their families. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his […]

On May 8th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to discuss major changes on social media platforms including Facebook and Twitter/X over the years. He also talks about how businesses can navigate the social media changes and answers this week’s genius bar question.

Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about highlights from the Met Gala, the announcement of a third ‘Top Gun’ movie, a biopic about Vivien Leigh, and new music from Keith Urban and Lainey Wilsen. We also hear monologues from […]