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Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Bob Sirott to talk about this weekend’s box office numbers and his review of “Resident Evil.” He also shares details about Brad Pitt’s character Cliff Booth, what you can find at George Lucas’ museum, and William Shatner’s performance at Riot Fest.

On September 21st, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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:

1901 Project Near United Center Scraps Planned Rooftop Park, Adds Other Green Space: Despite some community members being confused by the move, project and city officials assure that parks and green spaces are still goals of the $7 billion redevelopment.

Milshire Apartments? Proposal For Former Logan Square SRO Hotel Would Preserve Historical Building: The proposal by Concord Capital owners would save the historic sign and facade and revive a building that’s been vacant for 12 years.

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Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to discuss which bills listeners should stop paying full price on and how to negotiate better rates. Marianne provides tips for saving money on medical bills, credit card interest rates, rent renewals, major appliances, and gym memberships.

Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your own savvy tip: [email protected]. Follow Marianne on Twitter (@marimur), Instagram (@havanagirl), and on Facebook (SirottAndMurciano).

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to discuss the movies opening this weekend in theatres, Robert DeNiro’s future role as Dodgers Hall of Famer and manager Tommy Lasorda, the new Chris Rock movie, Madonna’s new album, the ‘George Michael: The Faith Tour’ documentary, and more. Then, Stephen Crano, Senior Manager of Corporate Communications at Choose Chicago, joins Bob to share details on events happening throughout the city this weekend, such as Chicago Live Festival at Navy Pier, Riot Fest, and International Greeter Day.

Northwestern football head coach David Braun joins Bob Sirott and Andy Masur to discuss his new contract extension through 2031, the final game at Martin Stadium before the opening of the new Ryan Field, the balanced offensive attack in Week 1, and Saturday’s matchup against Deion Sanders and Colorado.

NBC 5 Reporter Jenn Schanz joins Bob Sirott to share her top burger places to eat at in Chicago. Jenn discusses her criteria for ranking burgers and where Craft Burger, Golden Years, and Mott St fall on her list. Then, Sam Toia, President of the Illinois Restaurant Association, joins Bob Sirott to preview the 19th annual Chicago Gourmet, which kicks off September 24th-27th at Millenium Park. The food festival includes a Tacos & Tequila event, the Hamburger Hop, the Grand Cru, and the Rise & Shine Gourmet.

On September 18th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

The Goebbert Family is celebrating 40 years in Pingree Grove, IL, with a legacy that spans generations and more than 50 attractions for you and your family to enjoy this Fall. Jacob Goebbert joined Bob Sirott on WGN Radio to share what they have to offer, where to find them, and more!

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Robert Channick, business reporter for the Chicago Tribune, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the AM Radio bill that passed through the House of Representatives, as well as why it’s an importance resource. He also shares details about the firing of Eddie Volkman and the honoring of Terri Hemmert at the Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.