Bob Sirott

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.

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 what will happen if funding for Ukraine from the U.S. runs out and Ukraine’s Air Defense takes down all Iranian drones from last night’s attacks. You can find more updates on […]

On December 5th, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, to talk about his new show ‘The Most Beautiful Places in Chicago 2’ and the history of some of the buildings he visits. Some of the places he highlights are the Chicago Cultural Center and the Ruth and Sam Van Sickle Ford House.

Dr. Kevin Most, Chief Medical Officer at Northwestern Medicine’s Central DuPage Hospital, joins the morning show every Monday morning following the 6:30am newscast. Dr. Most talks to Wendy Snyder about Christmas gifts for seniors, like a blood pressure monitor an resistance bands. He also answers listener questions and discusses what gifts to get your parents […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, to provide the latest news in entertainment. Wendy and Dean talk about the premiere of ‘Wonka’ in London, another celebrity hit in the face, and KISS as avatars. They also share details about the Kennedy Center Honors, a movie about George […]

Journalist and editor of ‘Ukrainian Freedom News’ Joseph Lindsley joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for Bob Sirott, from Ukraine to deliver the latest news on the Ukraine-Russia War, including why three thousand trucks are stuck at the Poland-Ukraine border and who is worried about Ukraine’s democracy. You can find more updates on Joseph’s website, ukrainianfreedomnews.com. To […]

On December 4th, 2023, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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 […]