Bob Sirott

On July 18th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about famous houses that turned into Airbnb sites, including Michael Jordan’s mansion, the “Home Alone” house, and Buffalo Bill’s house. They also share details about why White Sox fans believe ESPN disrespects the 2005 World Series champions.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about the BBB’s tips regarding free trial subscriptions, their poll on consumer buying decisions, and the BBB’s 2025 Torch Awards. He also shares details about the local man who lost thousands of dollars in a crypto scam and why your online “friend” could be a scammer.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the death of Connie Francis, the new “Stranger Things” trailer, and why Emma Watson is banned from driving. They also share details about why Jane’s Addiction members are suing each other, Pete Davidson’s announcement, and the 70th anniversary of Disneyland.

Vice President of Lending for Team Hochberg at Homeside Financial and host of WGN’s “Home Sweet Home Chicago” David Hochberg joins Bob Sirott to explain what CPI numbers are and why Fed Chair Powell does not control mortgage rates. David hosts “Home Sweet Home Chicago” on Saturdays from 10am to 1pm on WGN Radio. You can call him at 855-56-David, or check out the Team Hochberg website.

Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on:

As South Side Businesses Face Challenges, Some Turn To Crowdfunding To Survive: The Silver Room in Hyde Park, Woodlawn restaurant Conscious Plates and the Quarry Event Center in South Shore have leaned on crowdfunding. “Every entrepreneur deserves the right to ask for help,” one owner said.

Artis Restaurant And Lounge Closes For Good After River North Mass Shooting: The owners made the announcement on social media Tuesday afternoon, citing political hostility. Four people were killed and 14 were wounded in the July 2 shooting outside the restaurant.

Melissa Cooper (Director of Treasury Management Sales and Onboarding at Associated Bank) joins Steve Grzanich in an Associated Bank Thought Leader conversation to talk about the upcoming webinar that will virtual cards, digital payments and fraud.

On July 17th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Morning show producer and resident Beatlemaniac Hayley Boyd details her experience as she sought to buy Paul McCartney tickets during the fan pre-sale. She also talks more about ticket prices and how you can purchase tickets.

Paul McCartney is performing at the United Center this year on November 24th and November 25th.

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins Bob Sirott to talk about how we are still unsure of how tariffs will impact the economy and why the Fed will most likely not cut interest rates. She also shares details about the increased consumer prices and an update on today’s stock futures.