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.

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to share details about a study that focuses on the impact of a nasal spray and how it impacts Alzheimer’s, as well as how intermittent fasting can help keep off weight. He also explains how you can protect your hearing as you age and bad habits that can impact people at a young age.

On June 2nd, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

WGN Radio’s Senior Digital Strategist and co-host of the Chicago’s Very Own Eats podcast Michael Piff joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about the third edition of WGN’s ‘Chicago’s Best Beef Tournament’, sponsored by Turano Baking Company and Caruso Provisions. Michael details this year’s bracket which features 64 mom-and-pop restaurants from the Chicagoland area. Wendy, Michael, and Andy Masur also talk about some of their favorite beef sandwiches, unique ways to have Italian beef, and preview season 4 of ‘The Bear’, which was originally set in an Italian beef sandwich shop in Chicago. Voting for Round 1 begins Thursday, June 5th at 10 AM.

Sabrina Ortiz, senior editor for ZDNET, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, to talk about the benefits and shortcomings that AI has for all walks of life. Wendy asks Sabrina if we should be worried that AI will take our jobs and how soon that process could take place. Sabrina also explains her liking of the ChatGPT voice assistance option on iPhones compared to using Siri.

John Dumas, Administrative Director at Share Food Share Love Food Pantry, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, to chat about the increase in people at the food pantry since the price of food has risen. Wendy also talks about the celebrity bartending event she’s participating in at Milkstop Cafe in La Grange that will give 10 percent of its proceeds to the Share Food Share Love Food Pantry in Brookfield. The event takes place Saturday, June 14th from 8 to 10PM.

Host & editor of Comic Book Club Alex Zalben, in for Dean Richards, joins Wendy Synder, in for Bob Sirott, to provide details on the latest news in entertainment. Wendy and Alex talk about the ‘Duck Dynasty’ return, Jon Hamm’s new show, Nathan Fielder in ‘The Rehearsal’, the Netflix series ‘Sirens’, the season finale of ‘Doctor Who’, Owen Wilson’s new comedy, and more.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on:

Navy Pier Marina Opens In June, Allowing Boaters To Dock At Popular Tourist Site: First proposed in 2016, the marina will finally allow public boaters to dock — by the hour or even overnight — near Navy Pier attractions such as the Centennial Wheel.

What’s Happening With The Weber Spur, A 606-Style Trail A Decade In The Making?: The city is working with Union Pacific to acquire the land for the Weber Spur, which would bring a bike and walking trail to the Far Northwest Side. Construction on the trail could begin in 2029.

Friends Of Friends Bar Opens In West Town — With Danny’s Tavern Schlitz Sign Hanging Outside: The cocktail bar owned by Chicago bar industry veterans also offers natural wine and a small food menu. Its neon sign hung outside Danny’s in Bucktown for decades.