
Location:
Chicago, IL
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News
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The Bob Sirott Podcast from Chicago's Very Own, 720 WGN
Twitter:
@BobSirott
Language:
English
Episodes
Spring cleaning has many benefits
3/28/2025
Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob this morning to talk about the many benefits of spring cleaning, including physically and mentally, as well as how to motivate yourself to clean. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your […]
Celebrate March Madness in these Chicagoland bars
3/28/2025
Chicago Tribune food critic Louisa Chu joins Bob Sirott to talk about the winners of Chicago’s Critics Food Choice Awards, including Justice of the Pies and Maxwells Trading. Editor at Eater Chicago, Ashok Selvam, also joins Bob to talk about the best bars to celebrate March Madness, like Nobody’s Darling and Cork and Kerry.
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Betty White, Smokey Robinson, and Bobby Sherman
3/28/2025
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about Bobby Sherman’s health announcement, the denied parole of the woman who killed a famous musician, and the Betty White stamp. They also talk about things to do this weekend, as well as Dean’s […]
Extremely Local News: Keep an eye out for Chicago’s new speed cameras
3/28/2025
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: 16 New Speed Cameras Will Go Live Across Chicago Next Week — And More Are Coming Soon: Although Mayor Brandon Johnson supported phasing out speed cameras on the campaign trail, 50 new […]
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 3/28/25
3/28/2025
On March 28th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Check out Villa Park’s summer concert series
3/27/2025
Communications specialist of Villa Park, Riley Pillar, joins Bob Sirott to talk about what it’s like to be a lifelong resident of Villa Park and highlights of upcoming summer events. She also shares details about places people should check out when they visit and new additions to the town.
Baseball season is in full swing, and so are the ticket scams
3/27/2025
President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about scams ahead of concert and the start of baseball season, as well as what to know about the 23andMe bankruptcy. He also shares details about retirement savings scams, impersonators from the Social Security Administration, and fake CAPTCHA tests.
Highlights of Trump administration Signal chats
3/27/2025
Chicago Sun-Times Washington bureau chief Lynn Sweet joins Bob Sirott to share an update on the Trump administration Signal chat, discussing whether or not this is something that could blow over. She also explains how a situation like this should be handled and if President Trump should fire some of the people involved.
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘The Avengers,’ Mel Gibson, and Johnny Mathis
3/27/2025
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the cast for “Avengers: Doomsday,”, another celebrity appearance on “Only Murders in the Building,” and Johnny Mathis’ retirement announcement. They also discuss Mel Gibson’s new project and Dean’s interview with Jonathan Roumie.
Extremely Local News: Chicago residents can participate in “Amnesty Month”
3/27/2025
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: The City Is Waiving Sticker Penalties For Chicago Drivers For All Of April: From April 1-30, the Office of the City Clerk is offering an “Amnesty Month” by waiving late fees and […]
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 3/27/25
3/27/2025
On March 27th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Could security breach of Trump admin texts have been prevented?
3/26/2025
NewsNation’s national security contributor Lt. General Richard Newton joins Bob Sirott to elaborate on texts exchanged in a group chat between Trump administration officials and whether or not there are safeguards to prevent events like this from happening. He also provides an update on ceasefire talks between Ukraine and Russia.
New books details the legacy of talent agent Norman Brokaw
3/26/2025
Author of “Driving Marilyn: The Life and Times of Legendary Hollywood Agent Norman Brokaw,” Joel Brokaw, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the many friendships his father created as a talent agent, as well as how he got his start. Joel tells stories about Marilyn Monroe, Colonel Tom Parker, Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, and […]
Extremely Local News: Visit these museums over spring break – for free!
3/26/2025
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: Historic South Loop Church’s 134-Year-Old Stained Glass Windows Getting ‘Labor Intensive’ Restoration: The $700,000 restoration is expected to take 14 months. It’s the fourth window to be restored by Tom […]
FBI investigating attacks on Tesla dealerships
3/26/2025
Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the legal aspects concerning a group chat with sensitive information involving several Trump administration officials. She also discusses an FBI investigation about attacks on Tesla dealerships and a Georgia jury’s awarding of $2.1 billion in a Roundup lawsuit.
How you can help protect yourself from HPV
3/26/2025
Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty discusses how you can protect yourself from HPV and how bird flu was discovered in sheep in the U.K.
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Lady Gaga, Pedro Pascal, and ‘Malcom in the Middle”
3/26/2025
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about Lady Gaga’s tour announcement, the return of “Malcom in the Middle,” and a new spinoff book of “Wicked.” They also share details about romance rumors between Pedro Pascal and Jennifer Aniston, J-Lo’s new house, […]
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 3/26/25
3/26/2025
On March 26th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Fallout from the 23andMe bankruptcy and how to keep your information safe
3/25/2025
Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about ’23andMe’ filing for bankruptcy and its impact on users. Scott shares helpful tips on how to navigate the site’s traffic, and how to delete an account. The early part of their conversation focuses on permission requests from smartphone apps and websites, what they are, […]
Are gas prices lower in the suburbs?
3/25/2025
Head Petroleum Analyst at GasBuddy, Patrick De Haan, joins Bob Sirott to talk about where gas prices are at compared to last month and why suburbs tend to see lower prices. He also explains why different gas stations offer different prices.