This week, Steve Grzanich is joined by Thought Leader Doug McClure (Senior Vice President and Team Leader, Commercial Banking at Associated Bank) to discuss the increased optimism among CFOs on the U.S. economic outlook, as well as CEOs regaining confidence in the wake of tariffs.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Dave Plier in for Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Dave and Dean talks about the 20th anniversary of “Bozo, Gar and Ray: WGN TV Classics,” as well as what movies are must-see in the theater this Thanksgiving weekend.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the first report on John F. Kennedy’s assassination read by WGN Radio’s Orion Samuelson, the opening of the International Amphitheater, a major change to Chicago’s tree lighting ceremony, and more.

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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 a lung cancer study that was conducted by Northwestern Medicine and who should be screened.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to talk about a viral way to test your relationship called the Bird Theory. She explains what it is, how to do it, and other ways you can strengthen your relationship with your significant other.

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Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about where you can watch “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” and Marlo Thomas’ first appearance since the death of Phil Donahue. They also share details about some local holiday events and new movies opening today.

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:

Neighbors Fought To Save NW Side Green Space. Now, The Dunning Read Natural Area Is Growing: Twenty years ago, neighbors fought to keep 21 acres of green space from being turned into a Home Depot. Today, the Dunning Read Natural Area is an oasis of natural plants and important wetlands.

Stretch Of Rogers Park’s Glenwood Avenue Reopening To Cars After 3 Years As Pedestrian Space: The outdoor alfresco space on Jarvis Avenue, north of the Glenwood Avenue site, will remain open for at least another two years, according to the alderwoman’s office.

As Snowy Owls Hang Out Near Montrose Bird Sanctuary, City Limits Access To Area: Native to the Arctic, the birds aren’t necessarily rare in the area, but their presence in Chicago varies year to year. Chicagoans are being urged to stay at least 300 yards away from the birds.

On November 26th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Bob Sirott and the morning crew are excited for the last stop on Paul McCartney’s Got Back Tour! They discuss the possible surprise guests for his last show of the tour, how to get face-value tickets, and a trick to get a front-row upgrade.

34th Ward alderman Bill Conway joins Bob Sirott to discuss the teen takeover after the tree lighting ceremony in Millennium Park and if he believes an earlier curfew could’ve prevented it. He also talks about why he believes Supt. Snelling should have more authority and when the council will vote for a new curfew ordinance.