Bob Sirott

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to share details about the man who was sentenced to nine years after killing a man on Michigan Avenue and if Illinois has a “one punch rule.” She also talks about how often botched executions occur and if public executions are legal.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the aftermath of The Great Chicago Fire, the city’s new area code, Al Capone’s takedown, and more.

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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:

Griffin Museum Of Science And Industry Breaks Ground On Historic South Portico Opening: The $22 million project will open the museum’s south entrance for the first time in more than a century with accessibility improvements, a café and a terrace overlooking Jackson Park.

Aragon Ballroom Celebrates 100 Years Of Jazz Dancing, Modern Rock Concerts With Nod To 1920s: Neighbors can enjoy the historic venue at Uptown United’s annual fundraiser Casino Uptown Thursday, which will also honor the Aragon’s 100th anniversary.

Chicago’s 2nd-Ever Cat Tour Sees Pets And Humans Gather In Halloween Costumes: Following up on the smash success of the first cat tour, Saturday’s event saw hundreds of feline fans take over Bowmanville, many with their own cats in tow.

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Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to share details about a documentary of Michael Jackson’s 1993 Super Bowl halftime performance, a reunion of “The Girls” cast, and a “Fast & Furious” TV series. She also talks about recent SNL news and HBO’s drama series “How to Survive Without Me.”

On October 14th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Craig Bolanos, co-founder and wealth advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Bob Sirott to take a look at this morning’s corporate earnings and why consumer sentiment is down. He also explains why it’s likely we won’t see a rate hike this month and when we might see a decrease in gas prices.

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Author Ron Barber joins Bob Sirott to talk about his campaign to get Jack Quinlan elected into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and why this could be his last chance. He also shares some of his favorite Quinlan stories, what Jack Brickhouse said about national networks wanting to work with him, and how you can participate in the campaign to get Jack Quinlan elected.

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“Baseball comes to life through the voices who bring fans into every game. Jack Quinlan was one of those voices. As the Cubs’ voice on WGN Radio, he made every broadcast memorable, bringing warmth, knowledge and enthusiasm to listeners across the country. His talent extended beyond Cubs baseball through his calls of the World Series and All-Star Games. Though his career was cut short, his impact on the game endures. The Cubs are proud to support his candidacy for the Ford C. Frick Award and believe his contributions deserve lasting recognition.”

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about how technology is integrated into everyday activities, like shopping through social media or using smart glasses to help out with daily tasks. He also shares how much of your personal information is shared with this new technology and answers this week’s genius bar question.

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:

Expansion Of Automated Ticketing Program For Bike, Bus Lane Blockers OK’d By City Panel: The Smart Streets pilot program that began two years ago Downtown could soon be made permanent — and expanded citywide. It uses cameras on city vehicles and CTA buses to document parking infractions.

A Billionaire’s Squirrel-Feeding Operation Is Driving Lincoln Park Neighbors Nuts: The Seid family’s nut-feeding operation has continued despite city fines, as neighbors report rat infestations, damage to park property and disruptions to Green City Market.

‘Green Bay Sucks’ Has Become An Anthem For Chicago: The Bears-Packers rivalry has spilled beyond football. The chant has spread to Cubs, White Sox, Bulls, Blackhawks and Fire games — and even concerts and other cities.

Open House Chicago 2026: The Ultimate Guide To Exploring Neighborhood Gems: Open House Chicago returns this weekend. Check out Block Club’s individual guides to area highlights as compiled by our beat reporters.

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Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the death of “Breaking Bad” actor RJ Mitte, an update on Selma Blair after being arrested and hospitalized, and information about a Fred Astaire biopic. She also shares details about a book from Quentin Tarantino and a new project starring Keanu Reeves.