Bob Sirott

WGN’s own and host of Eye on Travel Peter Greenberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about new details on the Air India crash and why airfare to Europe is coming down. He also discusses whether or not airlines can tag backpacks, paying to avoid the middle seat, and whether or not solo travelers are charged more than traveling with others.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about the weekend box office numbers, where you can find the “Jaws” movies on streaming services, and why the Jonas Brothers are moving some of their concerts. They also talk about why “Gunsmoke” is trending and Dean’s interview with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Carrie-Anne Moss.

On June 16th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

President of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Doug Boles joins Bob Sirott and Dave Eanet to talk about the upcoming Bommarito Automotive Group 500 race Sunday night at World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison, IL (near St. Louis) and the significance of that race track. He also shares some of his personal stories with David Letterman attending races and why people are returning to the IndyCar Series as viewership increases. The race can be heard Sunday night beginning at 6:30pm on WGN Radio 720 and our digital streams.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to discuss how you can communicate with a dad who doesn’t talk a lot. She also shares her recipe for chicken meatballs.

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Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share statements from Mike Love and Al Jardine as they remember Brian Wilson and a “Leave It to Beaver” reunion. They also talk about Mel Brooks’ return to “Spaceballs” with Rick Moranis, things to do this weekend, and Dean’s review of “How to Train Your Dragon.”

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:

Could Alderpeople Soon Have The Power To Ban Short-Term Rentals? City Council To Decide Next Week: A proposed ordinance would allow alderpeople to ban Airbnb and other rentals on a precinct-by-precinct basis. Opponents say the ban could infringe on property owners’ rights.

Former Signature Room To Become Observation Deck, Private Event Venue: 360 Chicago will be taking over the 95th and 96th floors of the former John Hancock building, creating a multi-level observation deck and private event space. The project is slated to open within 24 months.

The Legend Of Chicago’s Great Lake Jumper: A Hangover Cure, Frostbite And 5 Years Of Daily Leaps: Dan O’Conor, aka the Great Lake Jumper, leaps into Lake Michigan every morning for the solitude and a splash of rejuvenation. He marks five years of daily lake jumps with a party Saturday.

Dan Levy, host of the Barguments podcast, joins Bob Sirott to talk about which sub sandwich chain is the best between Subway, Jimmy John’s, and Jersey Mike’s. He also shares some of his favorite Chicago patios to visit this summer, like Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits, as well as some pet-friendly patios.

On June 13th, 2025, Kevin Wells, in for Steve Grzanich, shares today’s potential market drivers:

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the death of Brian Wilson and how the song “Good Vibrations” was created. They also shared Dean’s interview with the cast of “How to Train Your Dragon.”