Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Bob Sirott to talk about the final season of “The Bear” and some of his predictions for the upcoming Academy Awards ceremony. He also shares details about the landmark status granted to “The Brady Bunch” house in Los Angeles.

Mike Sankowski (Vice President of Foreign Exchange at Associated Bank) joins Steve Grzanich in the Associated Bank Thought Leader conversation to break down Europe’s reaction to new tariffs, whether the U.S. dollar is losing some of its traditional safe-haven appeal, and how a new Federal Reserve Chair could influence currency markets and interest rates.

On March 5th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to discuss what you should prioritize when taking care of your technology and why it’s important to keep that tech updated. Some of the steps you can take include backing up your data on a regular basis, updating reused passwords, and decluttering any unused apps and old photos.

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on:

Hattie B’s Hot Chicken Taking Over Urbanbelly’s Wicker Park Location: The Nashville-based chicken chain plans to move into the corner space by “early 2027.” Urbanbelly will relocate but has yet to announce a location.

Feeding A Stray Cat? Animal Rescues Unite To Fix 500 Ferals For Reduced Fees In March: The initiative is part of the trap, neuter, return approach to reduce feral cat populations and improve their quality of life.

10 Iconic Foods Invented In Chicago And Loved By Locals: Italian beef and deep-dish pizza aside, here are some of the city’s most beloved culinary contributions.

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Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how the war in Iran is impacting the U.S. economy, as well as the status of AI and private credit. He also shares details about what could happen to oil and natural gas prices and the increase of international stocks.

Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Bob Sirott to discuss whether or not Zendaya and Tom Holland secretly got married, how much Jack Hughes’ game winning puck is worth, and Bruce Campbell’s health announcement. He also shares details about a controversy surrounding the casting of an actress for “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” and the rediscovery of a new Rembrandt paining.

NewsNation’s national security contributor Lt. General Richard Newton joins Bob Sirott to give an update on the progress of the conflict in Iran and what could happen between the U.S. and Iran in the next 24 to 48 hours. He also explains some U.S. military tactics that were used and the timeline he thinks President Trump was expecting.

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about whether or not it was lawful for President Trump to issue an attack on Iran and what the Illinois Epstein Files Investigation Commission is. She also discusses what the government is claiming about the Ticketmaster/Live Nation trial and what the father of the school shooter in Georgia was convicted of.

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:

The Original Mr. Beef Opens At Midway Airport: The legendary River North beef stand — made even more famous by FX’s “The Bear” — opened its second location near gate B14.

What’s Next For Austin’s Mars Candy Factory? Neighbors Weigh Development Proposals: The Wrigley Mars factory, closed in 2024, was to be redeveloped into 500 residences and other amenities. Unsatisfied with those plans, neighbors have released their own proposal for the site.

Chicago’s 1st Automated Public Restroom Coming To Wicker Park: The self-cleaning restroom will be installed later this year at the Milwaukee, Ashland and Division intersection, according to the 1st Ward office.

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