Bob Sirott

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

2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins joins Bob Sirott to talk about a teen takeover in the Loop over the weekend that resulted in the death of a 14-year-old boy and what police know about the alleged suspect. He also explains how police can currently enforce a curfew after a certain time and if there will be another curfew proposal in the future.

Emergency medicine physician and associate chief medical officer for Northwestern Medicine’s Central DuPage Hospital, Dr. Jeffrey Bohmer, joins Bob Sirott to explain how ultra-processed foods can harm major organs and what some of the healthiest low-sugar fruits. He also shares details about how roots canals could help lower blood sugar levels, the benefits of fluoride, and how to have a healthy Thanksgiving.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the Guns N’ Roses world tour, the box office success of “Wicked: For Good,” and the new “Stranger Things” trailer. They also share details about Eddie Murphy’s award, Donald Glover’s health update, the death of Jimmy Cliff, and Dean’s interview with Jason Bateman.

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:

Oldest Brewing School In The US Leaving For Canada, Citing Trump Visa Restrictions: The Siebel Institute of Technology and World Brewing Academy, which has been in Chicago for 157 years, is relocating to Montreal next year. Trump’s proposed changes to student visa policy have been listed as factors for the move.

What Will Downtown Look Like In 2045? New Plan Calls For Energized Nightlife, More Public Transit: The Central Area Plan 2045 envisions office-to-housing conversions, transit upgrades, more green space and a new Office of Nighttime Engagement to energize Chicago after dark.

Chicago Explodes — Literally — In These Movies: Whether it’s DC superheroes fighting supervillains or giant CGI animals attacking museums or skyscrapers, Chicago has taken a beating in lots of blockbuster films.

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

Phil Stefani, Founder and CEO of Phil Stefani Signature Restaurants, joins Bob Sirott to talk about his history of owning restaurants and how he got his start. He also shared details about his project with the Vatican and working on this project with chef Art Smith.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about a Superman comic that sold for millions of dollars, the new Miss Universe, and a celebration for Michael B. Jordan. They also talk about Dean’s review of “Wicked: For Good” and things to do this weekend.

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:

South, West Sides Hit Hardest By Massive Property Tax Bill Spikes, New Report Shows: A report this week from Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas’ office found the median residential tax bill in Chicago rose 16.7 percent. The Downtown economy still rebounding from the pandemic is to blame, officials said.

Chicago Artist Starts His Own Postal Service — And Will Deliver And Read Mail To Anyone For Free: A whimsical yet very serious public art project by Logan Square artist Charlie Dean is gaining traction as an alternative to a paid postal service, designed to be used for monumental conversations or difficult news that need softening.

Smoke Daddy BBQ Closing In Wicker Park After 31 Years: The barbecue joint on Division Street will close in early January, although the owners plan to open another restaurant there. The Wrigleyville Smoke Daddy will remain open.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to talk about the things people wished they would’ve done before they died per a nurse. Some of those things include allowing yourself joy and forgiving others.

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