Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War, including how the people in Chicago are supporting Ukraine and an attack of Iranian drones in Kharkiv. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts to distribute supplies throughout Ukraine, click here. View the Ukrainian Freedom News YouTube page here.

On May 21st, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Smashing Pumpkins lead singer Billy Corgan joins Bob Sirott to talk about his new reality show, ‘Billy Corgan’s Adventures in Carnyland,’ and how he got into wrestling. He also shares details about a new album coming out and feedback he’s received about the show.

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to talk about the importance of eating an early dinner and misconceptions about protecting your skin. He also discusses the health benefits of vegetarian and vegan diets, whether or not plant-based meat is healthier than real meat, and possible health risks from Botox.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about Diddy’s response to a video that was surfaced and how you can support Mike Lowe during his cancer battle. Dean also reviews ‘Death Becomes Her’ and shares his interview with André Holland.

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Bob Sirott from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War, including living situations for Ukrainians in Kharkiv and the relationship between Russia and Iran. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts to distribute supplies throughout Ukraine, click here. View the Ukrainian Freedom News YouTube page here.

On May 20th, 2024, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Travel expert and host of WGN Radio’s Eye on Travel, Peter Greenberg, joins Bob Sirott to talk about new rules for airline ticket refunds and why it’s difficult to find parking spots at airports. He also shares details about an air pressure system in planes that can fight against jet lag.

Chicago Tribune writer Brian Rogal joins Bob Sirott to talk about how restaurants in the Loop are benefiting from the increase of workers going back to the office and which restaurants survived the pandemic. Photographer Nick Murway also joins Bob to explain how he started rating Chicago’s burgers and what his top three favorites are.

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:

Free Michigan Avenue Tulip Bulbs Are Up For Grabs At West Side Lot: Tulip bulbs harvested from Michigan Avenue planters are available. More bulbs were scheduled to be brought to the site Thursday night and possibly Friday night.

Maxwell Street Market Moving To ‘Original Home’ After 15 Years In South Loop: The open-air market has operated since 2008 at Desplaines and Polk streets, which currently serves as the city’s landing zone for migrants arriving in Chicago by bus.

Uptown’s CircEsteem, A Circus Arts Nonprofit, Debuts Overhauled Youth Center In Old Movie House: The organization hopes the renovations will help it double the capacity of kids it can serve.