Bob Sirott

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about what you should consider when buying a new device, including if you just need it for taking pictures and checking emails, or editing photos and videos. He also explains when you should upgrade your device and answers this week’s genius bar question.

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to figure out where consumers are spending their money by looking at stocks and why the tech stocks fell back from last month. He also explains what’s happening in the AI sector and whether or not the jobs numbers will be enough to push the Fed towards a rate cut.

On August 5th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Tom Frangione, SiriusXM Beatles Channel ‘Resident Beatles Expert’, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the diversity and relevance of Beatles songs in today’s society and the demand for Paul McCartney tickets. He also shares the possibility of Paul and Ringo Starr meeting up in the near future and new Beatles-related releases.

To purchase tickets to The Fest for Beatles Fans, go to www.TheFest.com.

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to talk about a trial for a pill that treats obstructive sleep apnea and three exercises that could help improve insomnia. He also shares some tips to help quit smoking for good, the severity of withdrawal from antidepressants, and a study that focuses on when aging hits a dramatic turning point.

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:

After CTA Eliminates Red Line ‘Slow Zone,’ Noise Has Become Unbearable For Uptown Residents: Neighbors on Kenmore Avenue between the Sheridan and Wilson Red Line stops say track improvements have allowed the southbound train to go significantly faster — and rumble significantly louder.

One Summer Chicago A ‘Huge Help’ For Local Businesses — And The Young People They Employ: “I am getting experience in the workforce, and it’s a way to have my own money to support my family and learn new skills,” one intern said.

Chicago Performer’s Terrible Portraits Have Become A Hit: ‘I Have No Plan To Get Better’: Logan Square farmers market attendees are flocking to a table in the boulevard to have their portrait drawn by Jacob Ryan Reno for $5 — and he’s “bewildered” as to why.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the weekend box office numbers and the death of Loni Anderson. They also discuss some Lollapalooza highlights, what Harrison Ford was told by a former producer, and the ending of “And Just Like That.”

On August 4th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Lt. General Richard Newton, NewsNation National Security Contributor and former U.S. Air Force Assistant Vice Chief of Staff, joins Bob Sirott to discuss U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff’s visit to Gaza and if relations with Israel will be affected by recent events. Lt. General Newton also gives his thoughts on Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s comment on there being no famine in Gaza and how a ceasefire is not currently being discussed.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to talk about how everyone seems to be going on European vacations and what they are doing to save money and make time for it. Marianne also shares her recipe on sweet potato and zucchini fritters.

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