Bob Sirott

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share the latest update on Diddy’s trial, why Pixar is calling out its fans, and Dean’s review of “Always, Patsy Cline.” They also talk about Robert De Niro’s appearance at a Wiggles concert, why Rob McElhenney changed his name, and Dean’s interview with Allison Williams.

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest on inflation, why we don’t know what some tariffs will look like, and the decrease in consumer spending. He also shares details about employment numbers and the latest on gas prices.

On July 1st, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Rich Gardner, an author and self proclaimed music fanatic, joins Bob Sirott to discuss some of the latest publications in his catalog of books documenting the best selling records, top charts, and hits played on WLS. ‘WLS Music Survey Vol. 5 1973-1975‘ is just one of these books and Rich tells us all about the value and significance in preserving this sort of data.

Dr. Santina Wheat, Family Medicine Physician at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital in Geneva, joins Bob Sirott to cover a number of health stories that can benefit those with extensive blood pressure problems. Listen to learn what a DASH diet is, a new FDA approved 3-in-1 drug aimed at blood pressure, why regular midday naps could indicate some potential health issues, and many other health headlines below.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Dean and Bob cover the latest weekend box office numbers including the big opening numbers for Apple’s ‘F1’ starring Brad Pitt, John Travolta surprises fans as he channels Danny Zuko at a showing of ‘Grease’, and Dean shares part of his conversation with Lee Loughnane, one of the founding members of the band Chicago

Jon Hansen, Host and Executive Producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. He provides details on:

Get Inked For A Good Cause At Chicago’s First-Ever ‘Tattoo Lady Fest’ Tickets go on sale next week for the inaugural event that will feature the unique styles of women tattoo artists from around the world while raising money for local nonprofits.

‘Goatsucker’ Nighthawks Are Vanishing. These Chicagoans Are Trying To Find Out Why Populations of common nighthawks, sometimes called goatsuckers, are dropping across North America. A group of volunteers wants to make Chicago a safe haven for the species.

Chicago Fire Fans Fed Up With Monterrey Security After Guard Hog-Ties Fan After video showing guards rough up Chicago Fire fan Dominic Osmund, other fans talked to Block Club about their run-ins with the security firm involved.

The Violet Hour, Chicago’s Most Influential Cocktail Bar, To Close Permanently The cocktail bar had temporarily closed a few weeks ago due to plumbing issues and building damage. “We were regretfully unable to reach a resolution with our landlord,” management said Friday.

On June 30th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to share some grilling tips for 4th of July cookouts.

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).

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:

Damen Silos, Facing Demolition, Should Become Public Festival Grounds, Local Leaders Say: Preservation advocates are pushing for the state to regain control of the abandoned 23-acre site and redevelop it into a venue similar to the Salt Shed.

Universal Studios To Open Immersive Horror Experience In Chicago: Located across the street from the future Bally’s Casino, this is the first Universal Studios attraction ever in the Midwest, and will include “terrifying mazes, unforgettable scares, themed bars” and more.

Baseball’s Zany Savannah Bananas Sell Out Sox Park Twice As Fans Clamor For Hottest Ticket In Town: There won’t be an empty seat in Sox Park for only the second and third time this season when the Savannah Bananas borrow the ballpark for a new twist on baseball two nights in August.