Fourth-generation owner of J.P. Graziano Grocery Company, Jim Graziano, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how his giardiniera made its way to the Vatican, the celebration of their 89th anniversary, and the story of how his great-grandfather came from New York to Chicago. President of Marconi Foods, Jeff Johnson, also joins Bob to discuss what else they supply besides giardiniera, what their secret to success is, and how his great-grandfather started the company after coming from Italy.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to talk about the latest trendy workouts on social media and if they actually produce results. Some of the workouts include Japanese walking and Pilates.

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Michael Liptrot, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Michael has details on:

A Free Yard Sale? Ravenswood Neighbors Giving Away Housewares And More This Weekend: The Front Yard Free-Cycle drew over 1,000 attendees last year. It takes place Saturday throughout the neighborhood.

Garfield Park Getting New Little League Baseball Field With Artificial Turf, Batting Cages: The field is set to open this fall, replacing one of the park’s nine baseball diamonds.

Artist With Family Connection To Pullman Porters Pays Homage To Their Legacy: Artist Shane-Jani Jackson will showcase paintings that explore the legacies of Pullman porters and maids in a PullmanArts gallery show opening this week.

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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 new music from Taylor Swift and Prince, as well as a documentary about Gregg Allman and movies to see this weekend. Jason Lesniewicz, senior director of cultural tourism at Choose Chicago, also joins Bob to share some fun weekend events, like the Chicago Blues Fest, the 57th Street Art Fair, and Pokémon GO Fest.

On June 5th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

The Obama Foundation’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Michael Strautmanis joins morning show producer Hayley Boyd to talk about the resources that the Obama Presidential Center is offering to Chicago residents and what he thinks will be the number one attraction on the campus. He also shares stories about former First Lady Michelle Obama’s love for gardening and what visitors can look forward to.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about how people can get scammed at the gas pump, fake letters from big companies claiming to be customer service, and an increase in job scam reports. He also explains why you should be cautious of QR codes in emails and what to do if you receive a text about Apple Pay security.

Quinn Myers, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Quinn has details on:

Swimmers On Parade? New Mag Mile Sculptures Aim To Recapture ’90s Cow Magic: In the tradition of the legendary “Cows on Parade” installation, “Monuments of Stillness” consists of 10 sculptures of swimmers along Michigan Avenue.

$7 Billion 1901 Project — West Side’s Largest Ever — Breaks Ground On Music Hall, Hotel, Retail Space: The project located around the United Center nearly 10,000 housing unites, 1,300 hotel rooms, a music venue and park space.

Teens Can Join The Y For Free This Summer As City Seeks Alternatives To Large Gatherings: The new program offers free access to seven YMCA locations through August as officials debate how to respond to large teen gatherings across the city.

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to share details about a biopic for Shania Twain, the iHeartRadio Music Festival lineup, and her interview with Bryan Adams. She also discusses what Anna Faris had to say about the “Scary Movie” franchise, Amazon’s movie deal with Michael Chiklis, and Sir Idris Elba’s knighting at Windsor Castle.

Tom Wolf (Senior Vice President in Equipment Finance and Leasing at Associated Bank) joins Steve Grzanich in today’s Associated Bank Thought Leader conversation to break down the 2026 outlook for the construction industry, as well as why data center construction remains a bright spot amid slower growth in housing and commercial development.