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Episodes

Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Taylor Swift, Hall & Oates, and Jean Knight

11/27/2023
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean discuss when Taylor Swift’s concert movie will be available on streaming services, whether or not we will see a ‘Barbie’ sequel, and Dean’s review of ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ at the Paramount Theatre. They also […]

Duration:00:13:34

How do you dwell on good thoughts?

11/27/2023
Certified Consulting Hypnotist Shawn Mossell joins Bob Sirott to discuss breathing exercises you can practice in the car, how to practice dwelling on good thoughts, and how to reduce stress and anger. He also explains why you should envision yourself doing positive things, how to eliminate bad habits, and leads us in a Moment of Zen.

Duration:00:10:11

Ukraine-Russia War update: Who is generating propaganda against Ukraine?

11/27/2023
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 an increased amount of negative propaganda against Ukraine and the combat of Russia’s Iranian drones. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts […]

Duration:00:09:21

Why do we feel colder as we age?

11/27/2023
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 discusses why we feel colder as we age and why people tend to catch a cold in the winter. He also explains what GERD is and how to prevent it, as […]

Duration:00:10:29

Associated Bank Market Outlook: 11/27/23

11/27/2023
On November 27th, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:49

Daniela Crocco and John Vincent are live in Wrigleyville this December!

11/25/2023
David Hochberg is in for Bob Sirott and he brings in a pair of very special guests. Chicago superstar singers John Vincent and Daniela Crocco treat you and the listeners to a special in-studio performance to ring in the holiday season. They’ll be performing on Sundays starting in December at Rizzo’s Bar & Inn in […]

Duration:00:10:54

Put that divorce on hold until the new year

11/25/2023
Raiford Palmer from STG Divorce Law joins David Hochberg, filling in for Bob Sirott, in studio to address the pain of divorce during the holidays and the best course of action to keep it as merry and bright as possible until the gifts are unwrapped.

Duration:00:12:21

Spotlighting some neat eats in Northbrook

11/25/2023
David Hochberg, in for Bob Sirott, is joined by two of his hometown favorites in the northern suburb of Northbrook just in time for the holiday season. He talks to Nick Drivas from Grill House and Sheri Handelman from Shookie’s Cookies and the incredible offerings they have for lunch and dessert, respectively.

Duration:00:09:02

Keep your valuables close when shopping this holiday season

11/25/2023
David Hochberg, in for Bob Sirott, talks to Chief Christopher Kennedy of the Northbrook Police Department to spread awareness about awareness itself when shopping in the chaos of Black Friday to prevent yourself from being an easy target of pickpockets and thieves in the shops and the parking lots.

Duration:00:06:14

Breaking down the Black Friday numbers

11/25/2023
Scott Bauer, CEO of Prosper Training Academy, talks to David Hochberg, in for Bob Sirott, about the key to being a successful small business owner with growing inflation and a strained economy while competing with big box stores during the Black Friday season. Scott also has a non-profit organization called Tulips For Laurie in support […]

Duration:00:06:11

Tackle Box Troubles… with David Daredevil

11/24/2023
David Hochberg, in for Bob Sirott, welcomes a dear friend, high school teacher and Northbrook neighbor Susan Duke to the program to talk about the latest installment in her budding children’s book series, Tackle Box Troubles, featuring a cameo from David himself!

Duration:00:05:46

These are the best tech deals this holiday season

11/22/2023
Consumer technology journalist Jennifer Jolly joins Bob Sirott to talk about the best tech deals for the holidays, such as laptops under $300 and a phone you can buy for kids. She also shares details about tech toys for kids and a wallet finder.

Duration:00:09:35

Precautions to take when preparing the Thanksgiving turkey

11/22/2023
Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty talk about how to wash fruit properly to avoid Listeria and the precautions to take when preparing raw meat. She also discusses what could be causing the respiratory infections in dogs.

Duration:00:06:48

Check out Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden

11/22/2023
Associate VP of Visitor Events & Programs at Chicago Botanic garden, Jodi Zombolo, joins Bob Sirott to talk about their holiday light show, Lightscape. She explains where the light installations come from and what to expect.

Duration:00:03:17

Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: ‘Bozo, Gar and Ray,’ Butterball Turkey Hotline, and Taylor Swift

11/22/2023
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about some Butterball Turkey Hotline tips and the ‘Bozo, Gar and Ray’ special on WGN TV. They also share details about Taylor Swift’s fans raising money for a fan who died, things to do over […]

Duration:00:12:41

Extremely Local News: Tin Roof joins restaurants in Wrigleyville

11/22/2023
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: Weinberg Hosiery Closing In December After 60 Years On Roosevelt Road: Felice and Richard Nelson take a look back as they close the family business that started in 1948 in the […]

Duration:00:04:18

Ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel approved. What’s next?

11/22/2023
Robert Sherman, NewsNation National Correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the approval of the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. He shares details about when the hostages could be released and whether or not we know who they are.

Duration:00:04:17

Ukraine-Russia War update: Ukrainians celebrate Thanksgiving despite the war

11/22/2023
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 how Ukrainians celebrate Thanksgiving and why Russia hasn’t launched a nationwide attack on Ukraine recently. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts […]

Duration:00:10:51

Thought Leader David Faller shares United Kingdom banking developments

11/22/2023
Thought leader David Faller (SVP of Capital Markets at Associated Bank) has been the go-to analyst for everything Brexit-related and joins Steve Grzanich in this week’s Associated Bank Thought Leader Conversation to talk about the recent banking developments in the United Kingdom and how U.K. interest rates continue to rise. They wrap this week up discussing the continuation of the freight recession.

Duration:00:13:01

Associated Bank Market Outlook: 11/22/23

11/22/2023
On November 22nd, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:31