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Episodes

Twitter’s checkmark subscription could affect small businesses

3/28/2023
Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about the changes on Twitter, including the blue checkmark subscription. He also discusses how this will affect businesses, if other social media platforms could follow in Twitter’s steps, and answers this week’s genius bar question.

Duration:00:11:04

Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Orlando Bloom, Taylor Swift, and Dolly Parton

3/28/2023
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean discuss Orlando Bloom’s visit with President Zelensky, Taylor Swift fans in court, and the iHeart Music Awards. They also talk about why a song by Dolly Parton and Miley Cyrus was cut from a school performance […]

Duration:00:12:43

What are commodities and how do they affect our economy?

3/28/2023
Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about what is affecting the Fed’s decisions about interest rates and what stocks to be cautious of. He also discusses layoffs at technology companies and explains what commodities are.

Duration:00:06:02

Ukraine-Russia War update: Challenger 2 tanks arrive in Ukraine

3/28/2023
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 Russia’s drone strike on Kyiv and the arrival of Challenger 2 tanks from the U.K. to Ukraine. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his […]

Duration:00:09:12

Associated Bank Market Outlook: 3/28/23

3/28/2023
On March 28th, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:48

Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Bill Zehme, Jonathan Majors, and Jeremy Renner

3/27/2023
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about how Jonathan Majors was arrested, the weekend box office numbers, Jeremy Renner’s steps to recovery, and Daniel Radcliffe’s baby announcement. They also discuss the death of author and writer Bill Zehme.

Duration:00:14:07

How much is Michael Jordan’s autograph worth?

3/27/2023
Scott Beatty, co-owner of AU Sports, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how an autograph can increase or decrease the value of an item and the value of a Michael Jordan autograph. He also takes calls from listeners and share feedback on their sports memorabilia. If you want to email Scott you can at ausports@aol.com.

Duration:00:11:19

Could the warm weather bring an increase in COVID cases?

3/27/2023
Dr. Kevin Most, Chief Medical Officer at Northwestern Medicine’s Central DuPage Hospital, joins Bob Sirott every Monday morning following the 6:30am newscast. Dr. Most talks about a possible increase in COVID numbers this summer, why other countries are pushing booster shots, and the statistics of long COVID. He also discusses a study for treatment of […]

Duration:00:13:24

Ukraine-Russia War update: Russia plans to store nuclear weapons in Belarus

3/27/2023
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 the increase in landmine deaths and Russia’s stance on storing nuclear weapons in Belarus. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts to […]

Duration:00:07:50

Associated Bank Market Outlook: 3/27/23

3/27/2023
On March 27th, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:40

At 65, don’t retire, reinvent your life!

3/24/2023
Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob this morning to talk about life after retirement and a recipe for beef bone broth. 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: hello@savvy-planet.com. Follow Marianne on Twitter (@marimur), […]

Duration:00:07:35

The Beat Cop’s Guide to charcuterie boards and cupcakes

3/24/2023
Lieutenant David Haynes, a police officer who works on the North Side of the city, makes his weekly visit to the WGN Radio studios and the Bob Sirott Morning Show. Lt. Haynes, who co-authored “The Beat Cop’s Guide to Chicago Eats,” reviews The Board Room. Located at 137 Lake St. in Libertyville, they are known for […]

Duration:00:12:17

Extremely Local News: Could Washington Park see a new community center?

3/24/2023
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: Proposed $32 Million Community Center Near Washington Park Goes Before Neighbors For Support: Space for arts and music, a café, rentable offices, athletic courts, programs for older people, a demonstration […]

Duration:00:03:36

Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Queen, Beyoncé, and “John Wick”

3/24/2023
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the Queen and Adam Lambert concert announcement, why Beyoncé split from Adidas, Olivia Wilde’s new tattoo, and Courtney Cox’s Hollywood star. They also share details about new shows to watch, things to do this […]

Duration:00:11:19

Ukraine-Russia War update: Reconstruction of Ukraine has already started

3/24/2023
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 intense fighting in Bakhmut and the reconstruction of Ukraine. 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. […]

Duration:00:08:30

Associated Bank Market Outlook: 3/24/23

3/24/2023
On March 24th, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:35

Extremely Local News: Brighton Park to open a new park district headquarters this summer

3/23/2023
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: New Park District Headquarters In Brighton Park On Track To Open This Summer: Residents can expect summer programs at the new headquarters, Park District officials said during a community meeting Tuesday. […]

Duration:00:05:26

Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Summerfest, Aaron Sorkin, and Laurence Fishburne

3/23/2023
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean discuss which stars are being charged in the cryptocurrency scheme and the Milwaukee Summerfest lineup. They also talk about Aaron Sorkin’s stroke, Marin Morris’ support for drag queens, Dean’s interview with Laurence Fishburne, and a sneak […]

Duration:00:11:13

Scammers are using AI technology to replicate your voice

3/23/2023
President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about how scammers are using AI technology and how they are targeting military personnel. He also discusses wire fraud involving banks and fake texts about your Netflix account.

Duration:00:06:33

Ukraine-Russia War update: President Zelensky visits Ukraine’s troops

3/23/2023
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 President Zelensky’s visit to soldiers near Bakhmut and how Ukraine’s artists continue to express their feelings about the war. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph […]

Duration:00:07:49