
Location:
Chicago, IL
Genres:
News
Description:
The Bob Sirott Podcast from Chicago's Very Own, 720 WGN
Twitter:
@BobSirott
Language:
English
Episodes
Digital coupons are unreliable – State Rep. Janet Yang Rohr seeks to change that
10/31/2025
State Representative Janet Yang Rohr joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about how unreliable digital coupons can be and what she’s doing to make clipping coupons easier for people with or without smartphones. She also discusses people’s reactions to the passing of a spending bill for transit agencies.
Duración:00:05:02
Are you brave enough to visit Chicago’s haunted landmarks?
10/31/2025
Choose Chicago’s director of corporate communications, Isaac Reichman, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about some of Chicago’s most haunted landmarks, including The Drake Hotel, Chicago Water Tower, and the Chicago Theater District. He also shares some fun Halloween activities to do with your family and friends.
Duración:00:12:32
Extremely Local News: Mag Mile Lights Festival reveals this year’s headliner
10/31/2025
Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Plain White T’s To Headline 34th Magnificent Mile Lights Festival: The fest and parade are expected to draw one million revelers to Michigan Avenue on Nov. 22 […]
Duración:00:04:02
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘The White Lotus,’ ‘Stranger Things,’ and ‘Fallout’
10/31/2025
Alex Zalben, the host and editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about “The White Lotus” filming locations, when the new season of “Fallout” will return, and the renewal of “King of the Hill.” He also discusses the “Stranger Things” trailer, why Disney pulled its channels from YouTube TV, […]
Duración:00:11:55
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 10/31/25
10/31/2025
On October 31st, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Duración:00:01:03
LaGrange Park Antique Mall has something for every generation
10/30/2025
Owner of LaGrange Park Antique Mall, Nancy Lisowski, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about how long her shop has been in LaGrange Park and how they help other businesses with the help of their resident cow, Moonique. She also discusses the importance of working with other communities and the celebrity that […]
Duración:00:07:03
Richard Roeper: Check out these Chicago-themed Halloween costumes
10/30/2025
Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the Netflix movie “A House of Dynamite” and how the city of Chicago is portrayed. He also shares some fun Chicago-themed Halloween costumes to put together last minute.
Duración:00:06:52
The story of Resurrection Mary still lives on
10/30/2025
Chicago History Museum digital humanities fellow, Jojo Galvan, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss the history of Resurrection Mary and the story of her handprints on the cemetery gates. He also explains whether or not we know who Mary actually is and the weekly tradition at Chet’s Melody Lounge.
Duración:00:04:58
Extremely Local News: Is your buildings fire code inspections up-to-date?
10/30/2025
Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Thousands Of City Buildings Are Overdue For Fire Code Inspections, Watchdog Report Says: The report found that only 17 percent of buildings are up to date on fire […]
Duración:00:05:18
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘The Pitt,’ ‘South Park,’ and Hulu
10/30/2025
Alex Zalben, the host and editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about a streaming service merger and tips when looking to get a streaming service bundle. He also shares details about a new “South Park” episode and the lawsuit between Warner Bros. and Michael Crichton’s estate.
Duración:00:12:25
What to know about these social security scams
10/30/2025
President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share details about two kinds of social security scams and how you can “Thank a Business” this November. He also talks about the new “Get a Quote” feature from the BBB and when you should check on your credit report.
Duración:00:05:34
WGN Radio’s own Steve Bertrand to retire this November
10/30/2025
WGN Radio news anchor, Steve Bertrand, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss his decision to retire and his jokes with the morning crew. He also shares how many people have already reached out to him with well wishes and when his last official day is.
Duración:00:03:47
Thought Leader Kimberly Adams explains recent rise in home sales
10/30/2025
Kimberly Adams, Residential Loan Officer at Associated Bank, joins Steve Grzanich on this week’s Thought Leader segment to discuss why lower mortgage rates are creating a rise in home sales, along with the refinance demand jumping 81% compared to last year.
Duración:00:12:24
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 10/30/25
10/30/2025
On October 30th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Duración:00:00:49
Bob and Maria Odenkirk taking part in SkyRise Chicago
10/29/2025
Actor Bob Odenkirk, his sister Maria Odenkirk, and Kyle Bisping at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, join Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the return of SkyRise Chicago at the Willis Tower for it’s 16th year. They talk about Maria’s experience having a stroke and her health afterwards, as well as how people can […]
Duración:00:09:56
This Week in Chicago History: White Sox, Pat Sajak, and Starbucks
10/29/2025
Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the White Sox World Series win, the birth of Pat Sajak, and Chicago’s first Starbucks. Sponsored by UI Health.
Duración:00:06:20
Extremely Local News: Is Mayor Johnson calling for a strike?
10/29/2025
Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: 300 Little Village High Schoolers Walk Out To Protest Immigration Raids: “This is not political. This is personal. Our people are under attack,” one student […]
Duración:00:04:32
Your tire pressure light turns on – now what?
10/29/2025
Service drive manager at Apple Chevy, Colleen Nihlean, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system) light that turns on in your car as it gets colder outside and when you should refill your tires. She also shares details about how you can make an emergency kit […]
Duración:00:05:55
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Taylor Sheridan, ‘Only Murders in the Building,’ and ‘Doctor Who’
10/29/2025
Alex Zalben, the host and editor of Comic Book Club, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the renewal of “Only Murders in the Building,” a “Doctor Who” Christmas special in 2026, and why Taylor Sheridan left Paramount. He also shares details about the early premiere of the second episode for “IT: Welcome […]
Duración:00:11:47
How to look up sex offenders in your area before Halloween
10/29/2025
Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to discuss why Greg Bovino, head of Border Control, was called into court yesterday and what she knows about the alleged murder of Caitlin Tracey. She also shares some laws tied to Halloween and how you can search up sex offenders in your […]
Duración:00:08:10