Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott on the third year of the Ukraine-Russia War. They discuss the current state of war negotiations and how Joseph views life after the war. You can find more updates through Joseph’s social media pages. View the Ukrainian Freedom News YouTube page here.

On February 25th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to talk about a study between REM sleep and Alzheimer’s, what you should eat and drink for a good night’s sleep, and how to start off your morning with a good mentality. He also shares details about the temporary benefits from cold plunges, the goal of new weight loss drugs, and the lifespan of women versus men.

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:

City Destroys Yurts, Arrests Tent Resident In Gompers Park — Weeks Before Housing Help Set To Arrive: One encampment resident cried while her yurt was reduced to a pile, saying, “I don’t know why they would do that. We’re homeless, we don’t have anywhere to go.” The city said the yurts were illegal structures.

South Loop Unites To Search For Minnie, The Crafty Lab Mix Who Escaped Doggie Day Care: The 8-year-old rescue broke out of her room at Pups Pet Club day care early Sunday morning and hasn’t been seen since. Her owner is asking the community for help.

Famous Chicago Buildings Turned Into Hats At Chicago Architecture Center Exhibit: From a disco version of the Bean to an illuminated 3D model of Chinatown, the new exhibit reimagines some of the city’s most iconic structures — and displays them in the form of wearable headpieces.

Hansen, who is also an in-stadium announcer and emcee for the Chicago Blackhawks, shares details of the conversation he had with the team’s organist, Frank Pellico, who is retiring after over 30 seasons with the organization.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about highlights from the multiple awards ceremonies from over the weekend, including the SAG Awards, Independent Spirit Awards, and the NAACP Image Awards. They also talk about the weekend box office numbers and and who caught COVID after SNL’s 50th anniversary special.

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott on the third year of the Ukraine-Russia War. They remember all of the broadcasts they’ve done since the beginning of the war and talk about Ukraine’s future. You can find more updates through Joseph’s social media pages. View the Ukrainian Freedom News YouTube page here.

On February 24th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Jerry “Ice Man” Butler talks with Bob Sirott and Marianne Murciano, September 27, 2013:

Chicago Sun-Times Washington bureau chief Lynn Sweet joins Bob Sirott to discuss how different politicians view President Trump in public versus private and how U.S. leaders could improve relations with Russia, a well as the European allies.

Dan Levy, host of the Barguments podcast, joins Bob Sirott to highlights a few towns in the suburbs that have their own Restaurant Week promotions, like Batavia and Westmont, as well as which restaurants to visit for a Mardi Gras celebration, like Chicago Firehouse and Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar. Dan also shares dome of his favorite bars and restaurants where you can cozy up next to a fireplace, like Simone’s and Truth Be Told.