Bob Sirott

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: For 100 Years, Filbert’s Has Made Root Beer The ‘Old Time’ Way: ‘Do It Well And Right’: The family-owned soda business took off during Prohibition in McKinley Park and has […]

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about how you can make your device safer by limiting app permissions and review your privacy settings. He explains what app permissions are, how you can change them in your settings, and which ones you should start with limiting, including access to contacts and photos.

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 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, a “Hunger Games” prequel, and Netflix’s “Little House on the Prairie.” She also shares details about Lady Gaga’s song for “The Devil Wears […]

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to discuss strategies for investors, an update on the tech stocks, and the importance of the Producer Price Index. He also talks about whether earnings numbers will reflect what the Fed will do with interest rates and an update on […]

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

Pat Tomasulo, WGN TV’s Morning Sports Anchor, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the 11th annual Laugh Your Face Off! benefit that raises money for The Facial Pain Research Foundation. He shares details about when he first started this tradition, who will be performing at the event, and the fabulous silent auction prizes.

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to talk about the benefits of eating plant-based foods, the lifestyle changes that could help decrease the risk of dementia, and a blood test that could detect early signs of dementia. He also discusses how you can help decrease […]

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: South Side Birth Center Breaks Ground, Bringing Equitable Maternal Health Care To Area: The center is expected to assist in about 225 births annually while offering reproductive, preventive and gender-affirming […]

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 weekend box office numbers, highlights from Coachella, and a new season of “Emily in Paris.” She also shares details about the return of “The Silence of the Lambs,” another season […]

WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer joins Bob Sirott to talk about his new special “Riding The Rails” on WTTW that focuses on the rich history of trains in the Chicagoland area. He discusses his love of trains, history if the Chicago “L” System, and the more unusual food served on the dining cars.

On April 13th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Contributing editor at Chicago magazine Robert Reed joins Bob Sirott to discuss whether or not Portillo’s can still become a successful national brand and their plans to open eight more restaurants. He also talk about some of the new Portillo’s Pick Up locations and how their Chicagoland locations are doing financially.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to talk about the things people typically forget to clean on a regular basis, including their toothbrush, water bottle, and light switches. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your own savvy […]

Freelance food writer Lisa Shames joins Bob Sirott to talk about the rising popularity of communal dining and people’s personal experiences of dining with strangers. She also shares which restaurants provide this option and a Chicago chef who hosts communal dinners once a month.

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: ‘Puffy Coat Bandits’ Part Of Crime Ring That’s Targeted Downtown Diners For Years, Police Say: After gaining infamy in 2023 for a spree of thefts at North Side restaurants, the pickpockets […]

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 to watch this weekend, this year’s Coachella lineup, and the host of the next Tony Awards ceremony. Choose Chicago’s director of corporate communications Isaac Reichman also joins Bob to discuss […]

On April 10th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Greg Hinz of Crain’s Chicago Business joins Bob Sirott to discuss Chicago’s next Mayoral Election and Mayor Johnson’s chances of re-election if he decides to run again. He also shares how Mayor Johnson’s tactics have changed since he was elected and who some other candidates might be.

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: Chicago Turns All Public School IDs Into Library Cards To Boost Student Access: Chicago Public Library and CPS announced the expansion of The 81 Club, building on a pilot launched […]

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about travel scams involving the war in Iran, an alert from the post office concerning postmark dates, and scams targeting prom. He also shares details about fake rewards points texts, a warning from the Plainfield Police Department, and fake social security email alerts.