Bob Sirott

The Northwestern University football team finished their season as strong as anybody in the country, winning four-of-their last five games. The win over in-state rival Illinois in the regular season finale helped land an invite to the Las Vegas Bowl, where the ‘Cats will take on the Utah Utes on December 23. Vice President for […]

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about holiday travel scams, a social media pyramid scheme, and fake pet ads online. He also shares details about fake robocalls and claims for genetic testing companies.

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: Andersonville Small Businesses Team Up To Stop Foxtrot From Opening In Neighborhood: Foxtrot wants to open in the former Reza’s restaurant, but the landlord is now considering other tenants after […]

Sam Rubin, NewsNation reporter filling in for Dean Richards, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how celebrities and TV stations honor Norman Lear and why Angelina Jolie is leaving Hollywood. We also hear Jimmy Kimmel’s tribute to Norman Lear and late night TV monologues.

Robert Sherman, NewsNation National Correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how U.S. officials are attempting to predict the aftermath of war and an update on the hostage situation. He also shares details about claims from the Israel military about how they are progressing.

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 number one question Russian citizens would like Vladimir Putin to answer and war crimes being committed. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his […]

Pending home sales have hit a record low, and Associated Bank Certified Mortgage Planner and Construction Loan Specialist Ed Currie joins Steve Grzanich to talk about why, as well as pending sales rates dropping and the fall in interest rates.

On December 7th, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to explain why two D.C. courts denied arguments made by Donald Trump and why a group of catholic nuns sued the board of Smith & Wesson. She also discusses a judge’s creative sentence for an Ohio woman who threw her fast food order at an employee and […]

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: Slim, 37-Story Tower Proposed For North And Clybourn: A New York-based developer presented plans for the 396-apartment building during a community meeting Monday. The Commissary To Replace Old Town’s Treasure Island […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the deaths of Norman Lear and Denny Laine, as well as Time Magazine’s 2023 Person of the Year. They also discuss Pink’s return to Chicago, what’s new on streaming services, and the republican Debate […]

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 a new COVID variant and discusses how much caffeine is too much.

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 claims of Moscow wanting to talk with Ukraine and how Ukrainians celebrate St. Nicholas Day. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To donate to Joseph and his team’s efforts […]

Denny Laine, founding member of Wings and The Moody Blues, has died at age 79. This past January, he joined Bob Sirott to talk about The Moody Blues’ first hit and how they met The Beatles. He also discussed recording the Wings’ song, “Band on the Run,” experiences with Paul McCartney, and how colleges reacted […]

On December 6th, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Social media strategist and expert Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott this morning to discuss how to keep up with trends on social media, like searching on Google Trends and attending webinars. He also talks about how to find out what your audience is interested in and answers this week’s genius bar question.

Relationship therapist, coach, and radio host Jaime Bronstein joins Bob Sirott to why people are cautious of using dating apps, the social movement of older people finding love, and how common speed dating is. She also talks about suicide rates during the holidays and the alternatives to dating apps.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the first day of Jonathan Majors’ assault trial, why Suzanne Somers was laid to rest wearing hiking boots, and Britney Spears reconciles with her mom. They also share detail about Darius Rucker’s Hollywood Walk […]

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about why November has been the best return for bonds in the last forty years and whether or not inflation rates will continue to come down. He also explains the impact of interest rates on the American dollar.

Bob Sirott’s Breakfast Club welcomes Texas-based restaurant Bear Creek Smokehouse. They sent the morning crew items from their General Store, like peppered pork tenderloin, cranberry turkey breast, and their summer sausage.