Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob this morning to talk about how to keep up with trends and stay relevant as you age. Some tips include learning about technology and volunteering.

Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment 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:

Tom Felton Visits Chicago’s New Harry Potter Store — Take A Look Inside: The Mag Mile store is divided into sections, including areas for each Hogwarts House. There’s also a sweets shop, wand shop, Butterbeer bar and lots of props.

Demolition Underway To Make Room For Red Line Extension, Officials Say: The CTA expects to break ground on the $5.7 billion extension — which includes four new Red Line stations on the Far South Side — in early 2026.

Wrigley Field Goose Left The Ballpark — And Now Has Its Own Bobblehead: The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum is selling a $30 bobblehead honoring the Canada goose that made a nest in a planter box in deep centerfield during Saturday’s game.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about how Jack Nicholson offered his home to his ex-wife after L.A. wildfires, Eric Dane’s health announcement, and a British version of SNL. They also share details about “The Wizard of Oz” at the Sphere in Las Vegas, Dean’s movie reviews, and things to do this weekend.

On April 11th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

John Dreznes, Beverly Records third generation, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the upcoming Record Store Day and the history of Beverly Records. He also explains the increase in younger people shopping for vinyl and why that might be.

Craig Bolanos, co-founder and wealth advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Bob Sirott to talk about why people are keeping a close eye on bond markets and the possibility of a recession. He also shares the best advice for people who are either close to or at retirement.

For more information on VestGen Wealth Partners, check out their website: GetRetiredStayRetired.Com.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk more about fake websites selling concert and sporting tickets and how AI is used on the dark web to fuel identity theft. He also explains what Google fingerprinting is and what you should do if you receive a fake diamond ring in the mail.

Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on:

Chicago Coffee Shops Raise Prices As Trump Tariffs Already Lead To More Expensive Beans: One South Side coffee shop owner said he paid $2,000 more than usual for his latest shipment of beans — and the uncertainty isn’t helping matters. “It’s not devastating, but it’s worrisome.”

An Illegal Junkyard Has Operated In Englewood For A Decade. Why Hasn’t The City Cleaned It Up?: For years, residents have tried to get the city to shut down the illegal operation spanning two lots, one of which is city-owned. “What exists here would never happen on the city’s North Side,” one neighbor said.

‘High Tech’ Shuffleboard Bar Coming To River North In May: The first Chicago location of Electric Shuffle, from the founders of Flight Club, will offer electronic shuffleboard tables, a full-service bar and weekend brunch packages.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the albums and songs added to the Library of Congress National Registry and who will host this year’s American Music Awards. They also share details about Kenan Thompson’s health issue and the return of Riot Fest to Douglass Park.

Thought Leader Drew Lear, Senior Vice President and Relationship Manager at Associated Bank, is with Steve Grzanich this week and they start things off with how tariffs and the current state of the U.S. economy are challenging business owners, as well as discussing the potential impact to commercial business owners based on the proposed zoning changes in parts of Chicago.