Bob Sirott

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Bob Sirott episodes

  • The Entertainment Report: Tom Holland, Jack Hughes, and Bruce Campbell

    Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Bob Sirott to discuss whether or not Zendaya and Tom Holland secretly got married, how much Jack Hughes’ game winning puck is worth, and Bruce Campbell’s health announcement. He also shares details about a controversy surrounding the casting of an actress for “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” and the rediscovery of a new Rembrandt paining.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8007292/8007292_2026-03-03-151632.64kmono.mp3
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    Entertainment Report
    Ann Wilson documentary coming this summer
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    Celine Dion to start touring again
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    Lizzo performing with CSO at Ravinia this summer
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    ‘The Bachelorette’ canceled days before the premiere
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    AI version of Val Kilmer to appear in a new movie
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    From the archives: Joseph Lindsley’s Chuck Norris story
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    Associated Bank Market Outlook: 03/26/26
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    Harry Caray becomes the official ‘Cub Fan Bud Man’
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    Karen Conti: Why is Frank Thomas suing the White Sox?
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  • How could the conflict in Iran progress in the next day or two?

    NewsNation’s national security contributor Lt. General Richard Newton joins Bob Sirott to give an update on the progress of the conflict in Iran and what could happen between the U.S. and Iran in the next 24 to 48 hours. He also explains some U.S. military tactics that were used and the timeline he thinks President Trump was expecting.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8010860/8010860_2026-03-04-141000.64kmono.mp3
    War with Iran
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    Bob Sirott
    From the archives: Joseph Lindsley’s Chuck Norris story
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    Associated Bank Market Outlook: 03/26/26
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    Harry Caray becomes the official ‘Cub Fan Bud Man’
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    Karen Conti: Why is Frank Thomas suing the White Sox?
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    This food could help remove microplastics from the human body
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    8 min
  • Karen Conti: What to know as Ticketmaster-Live Nation trial begins

    Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about whether or not it was lawful for President Trump to issue an attack on Iran and what the Illinois Epstein Files Investigation Commission is. She also discusses what the government is claiming about the Ticketmaster/Live Nation trial and what the father of the school shooter in Georgia was convicted of.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8010794/8010794_2026-03-04-131734.64kmono.mp3
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    Bob Sirott
    From the archives: Joseph Lindsley’s Chuck Norris story
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    Associated Bank Market Outlook: 03/26/26
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    Harry Caray becomes the official ‘Cub Fan Bud Man’
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    Karen Conti: Why is Frank Thomas suing the White Sox?
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    This food could help remove microplastics from the human body
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    7 min
  • Extremely Local News: The Original Mr. Beef lands at Midway Airport

    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:

    The Original Mr. Beef Opens At Midway Airport: The legendary River North beef stand — made even more famous by FX’s “The Bear” — opened its second location near gate B14.

    What’s Next For Austin’s Mars Candy Factory? Neighbors Weigh Development Proposals: The Wrigley Mars factory, closed in 2024, was to be redeveloped into 500 residences and other amenities. Unsatisfied with those plans, neighbors have released their own proposal for the site.

    Chicago’s 1st Automated Public Restroom Coming To Wicker Park: The self-cleaning restroom will be installed later this year at the Milwaukee, Ashland and Division intersection, according to the 1st Ward office.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8011178/8011178_2026-03-04-150418.64kmono.mp3

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    Bob Sirott
    From the archives: Joseph Lindsley’s Chuck Norris story
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    Associated Bank Market Outlook: 03/26/26
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    Harry Caray becomes the official ‘Cub Fan Bud Man’
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    Karen Conti: Why is Frank Thomas suing the White Sox?
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    This food could help remove microplastics from the human body
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    7 min
  • Is ChatGPT qualified to assess health emergencies?

    Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty answers questions about when to get your shingles shots and a study about ChatGPT Health that involves assessing health emergencies.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8010865/8010865_2026-03-04-145705.64kmono.mp3
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    Bob Sirott
    Harry Caray becomes the official ‘Cub Fan Bud Man’
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    Karen Conti: Why is Frank Thomas suing the White Sox?
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    This food could help remove microplastics from the human body
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    Will Ann Sather move to a new location?
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    Ann Wilson documentary coming this summer
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    9 min
  • This Week in Chicago History: Polar Plunge, Quincy Jones, and the Blackhawks

    Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the world’s first skyscraper, Chicago’s short-term time change, Lady Gaga’s Polar Plunge, and more.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8011106/8011106_2026-03-04-152306.64kmono.mp3
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    This Week in Chicago History
    Harry Caray becomes the official ‘Cub Fan Bud Man’
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    Lou Malnati’s opens its first restaurant in 1971
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    B.B. King performs at the Cook County Jail in 1972
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    Lady Gaga takes part in Chicago’s Polar Plunge
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    Chance The Rapper wins big at the Grammys in 2017
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    Recent Posts
    Bob Sirott
    Harry Caray becomes the official ‘Cub Fan Bud Man’
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    Karen Conti: Why is Frank Thomas suing the White Sox?
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    This food could help remove microplastics from the human body
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    Will Ann Sather move to a new location?
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    Ann Wilson documentary coming this summer
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    11 min
  • The Entertainment Report: ‘Game of Thrones,’ Nicole Kidman, and ‘The Bride!’

    Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Bob Sirott to share details about a “Game of Thrones” movie in the works, a preview of Maggie Gyllenhaal’s movie “The Bride!,” and just how much money Nicole Kidman made from her AMC ad.

    https://serve.castfire.com/audio/8011102/8011102_2026-03-04-150302.64kmono.mp3
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    Entertainment Report
    Celine Dion to start touring again
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    Lizzo performing with CSO at Ravinia this summer
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    ‘The Bachelorette’ canceled days before the premiere
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    AI version of Val Kilmer to appear in a new movie
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    Lollapalooza releases full 2026 lineup
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    Associated Bank Market Outlook: 03/25/26
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    Celebrating the Worldwide Toast to Harry Caray
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    These are common mistakes when filing taxes
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    Make it easy to manage your notifications
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    The Mag Mile welcomes back Uniqlo
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  • Associated Bank Market Outlook: 03/04/26

    On March 4th, 2026, Dave Schwan shares today’s potential market drivers:

    • Oil and energy prices
    • ADP Employment Report
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    • Associated Bank Market Outlook: 03/03/26

      On March 3rd, 2026, Dave Schwan shares today’s potential market drivers:

      • Oil shipping
      • Oil and energy stocks
      • Upcoming economic reports
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      • John and Amy Landecker coming to the Music Box Theatre

        WGN Radio host John Records Landecker joins Bob Sirott to talk about Amy Landecker’s movie “For Worse,” that will be shown at the Music Box Theatre this week along with a Q&A after the movie, hosted by John Landecker himself. He and Bob also discuss Amy’s many accomplishments, as well as take the time to catch up with each other.

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        Bob Sirott
        Associated Bank Market Outlook: 03/25/26
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        Celebrating the Worldwide Toast to Harry Caray
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        These are common mistakes when filing taxes
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        Make it easy to manage your notifications
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        The Mag Mile welcomes back Uniqlo
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