Bob Sirott

David Goldenberg, Midwest Regional Director at Anti-Defamation League, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the hate crime in Boulder, Colorado and the resilience of the Jewish community. He also discusses the spike in racially charged hate crimes in the last ten years and if there’s a solution to this.

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:

Rooftop Cinema Club Returns With Open-Air Movie Screenings In Fulton Market: The open-air theater takes over the fifth floor terrace of the Emily Hotel and screens classics including “Mamma Mia” and “Mean Girls.”

Closed Catholic Church To Become Indoor Pickleball Clubhouse: Along with two full pickleball courts, the Jefferson Park club will have billiards and dart rooms, workspaces and a commercial kitchen, developers said.

Chonk The Snapping Turtle Spotted In Chicago River Once Again: The famed snapping turtle can usually be seen hanging out on a pillar on sunny summer days — and she’s a sign the river is thriving.

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about how you can keep your phone and your information safe while traveling, like researching your public Wi-Fi sources and choosing a VPN. He also shares different ways to keep your phone charged on-the-go, the importance of downloading offline maps and translators, and answers this week’s genius bar question.

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the increase of gold, equity, and international stocks, as well as how businesses are trying to get ahead of tariffs. He also gives an update on the unemployment rate and how the economy can keep these numbers stable.

Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to discuss an update on “Top Gun 3,” a documentary about Barbara Walters, and when we can expect to see season four of “The Bear.” We also hear highlights from the late night TV hosts and a clip of Dean’s interview with Ana de Armas.

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

On June 3rd, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Morning show producer Hayley Boyd recently came back from her trip to England with many experiences to share. During her time there, she learned all about places throughout Liverpool that inspired Beatles songs, like “Penny Lane” and “Strawberry Fields Forever,” visited Freddie Mercury’s former home in London, and shares her engagement announcement!

Johnny Jet, travel influencer, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the decrease in flight bookings from Europe to the U.S., the status of passport control lines at J.F.K., and how Uber could be overcharging you if traveling abroad. He also shared the benefits of a United Airlines’ premium upgrade, Southwest’s new policy on portable chargers, and the best day and time to buy domestic airline tickets.

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:

Chicago Public Transit In Limbo After State Lawmakers Fail To Fill Nearly $1 Billion Budget Gap: State lawmakers missed a deadline Saturday to fill a $770 million budget gap being faced by the Regional Transportation Authority. Steep service cuts could now be in the works, officials have warned.

Big-Box Stores ‘Killing’ American Science & Surplus, Owner Says As Beloved Shop Launches GoFundMe: The novelty shop has been around for 88 years. It was a Far Northwest Side staple before moving to Park Ridge in 2021. “There’s no place else like American Science and I’m not ready to let it go yet,” its owner said.

Tommy’s On Higgins Reopens Monday, More Than 2 Years After Devastating Fire: Tommy’s on Higgins, a beloved Norwood Park sports bar, had to close in 2022 after an electrical fire.

Irving Park Food Pantry Awarded $1 Million City Grant To Build New Home: The Irving Park Community Food Pantry has partnered with Irving Park Lutheran Church to build a new home on Pulaski Road. Construction could begin next year, according to the nonprofit.