Bob Sirott

Chicago Tribune food critic, Louisa Chu, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, to talk about the winners of the 2023 Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest and what some of her favorite holiday cookies are. She also discusses what it was like to be a fixer for Anthony Bourdain, her review of Guinness Open Gate […]

Jen Sabella, the Director of Strategy and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Farm Bar Ravenswood Opens Tuesday Night: The second location of the farm-to-table restaurant offers modern twists on Midwestern fare using ingredients from owner TJ Callahan’s […]

Managing editor of Decider.com Alex Zalben joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, to look closer at the Golden Bachelor’s personal life and whether or not a second season will be announced. He also talks about the ‘Squid Game’ finale next week, a new movie on Netflix featuring Natalie Portman, and another popular streaming show coming […]

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 Ukrainians keep cheer in their lives while fighting for their freedom and whether or not they see an end to war. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To […]

On December 1st, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Johnny Jet, travel influencer, joins Bob Sirott to talk about United Airline’s new seating system, a price drop in airfares, and the Southwest Airlines bargain for Costco members. He also discusses how you can find cheaper flights in December and the new rewards chart for Hyatt members.

CEO of Giordano’s, Yorgo Koutsogiorgas, joins Bob Sirott and John Williams in the studio for a surprise Breakfast Club! He discusses where they get their ingredients and where you can visit their 70 locations.

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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: Chicago’s Ornamental Vegetables Are TikTok-Famous — But Don’t Eat Them: Humble, hardy cabbages and kale are outshining mums in the Loop this season thanks to a viral video. 6 Vintage Resellers […]

Mayor of Antioch, Scott Gartner, joins Bob Sirott to talk about family winter activities in Antioch and a theater that residents love to visit. He also shares details about how long he’s been the mayor and what they’re planning on building.

Melissa Cooper (Director of Treasury Management Sales and Onboarding at Associated Bank) joins Steve Grzanich in an Associated Bank Thought Leader conversation to talk about the concerns of rising check fraud, along with check washing and how to avoid it.

Journalist Joseph Lindsley on an inability to imagine a world without powerful tyrants.

On November 30th, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the Our Lady of the Angels school fire, the birth of Patrick Kane, the growing popularity of Malort, and more.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty talks about why the number of COVID cases continues to increase. She also discusses a spike of respiratory illnesses in China and a new treatment for sickle cell disease.

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about why Donald Trump will testify in his civil trial and the importance of former Vice President Mike Pence’s notes. She also discusses why a Hinsdale mother is suing her son’s school, Derek Chauvin’s prison incident, and a New York law that bans discrimination based […]

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: Sox Park Hosting Drive-Thru Christmas Display With 1 Million Lights: The display, put on by Light of Christmas, aims to bring a new holiday tradition to Chicago. You Can Help My […]

Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about where you can watch the last season of ‘The Crown’ and new shows coming to streaming services. We also hear about Dean’s streaming picks, what Jimmy Kimmel thinks of Black Friday shopping, […]

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 hostage situations between Russia and Ukraine, as well as multiple smaller attacks on Ukraine throughout the night. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his […]

On November 29th, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers: