Podcast appearances and mentions of Bob Sirott

Chicago's Very Own Eats podcast co-host Michael Piff joins Bob Sirott to talk about the 2026 Pizza Madness tournament and how Bob inspired a twist for the local chains competition. Click here to vote in the Chicago Pizza Madness Tournament 2026 and the Chicago Pizza Madness 2026: Local Chains Division.

Fourth-generation owner of Manny’s Deli Dan Raskin joins Bob Sirott to talk about their menus for St. Patrick’s Day and Passover, as well as the history of the deli and when you should get your orders in for St. Patrick’s Day.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott's wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to talk about the evolution of friendships as we get older and how to tell if that evolving connection is beneficial for you both. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your […]

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about Sting’s tour announcement and a rumor of Barbra Streisand at the Oscars. She also shares details about Harry Styles’ new album and movies coming out this weekend.

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: ‘The Bear' Ending After 5 Seasons: The series' upcoming season, expected to drop in June, will be its final one. ‘Women Who Built Chicago' Bus Tour Highlights History Of City's Trailblazers: […]

Chicago's Very Own Eats podcast co-host Michael Piff joins Bob Sirott to talk about the 2026 Pizza Madness tournament and how Bob inspired a twist for the local chains competition. Click here to vote in the Chicago Pizza Madness Tournament 2026 and the Chicago Pizza Madness 2026: Local Chains Division.

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how the war in Iran is impacting the U.S. economy, as well as the status of AI and private credit. He also shares details about what could happen to oil and natural gas prices and the increase […]

Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Bob Sirott to discuss whether or not Zendaya and Tom Holland secretly got married, how much Jack Hughes’ game winning puck is worth, and Bruce Campbell’s health announcement. He also shares details about a controversy surrounding the casting of an actress for “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” and the rediscovery of […]

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: Hattie B's Hot Chicken Taking Over Urbanbelly's Wicker Park Location: The Nashville-based chicken chain plans to move into the corner space by “early 2027.” Urbanbelly will relocate but has yet […]

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to discuss what you should prioritize when taking care of your technology and why it’s important to keep that tech updated. Some of the steps you can take include backing up your data on a regular basis, updating reused passwords, and decluttering any unused apps and old […]

Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Bob Sirott to talk about the final season of “The Bear” and some of his predictions for the upcoming Academy Awards ceremony. He also shares details about the landmark status granted to “The Brady Bunch” house in Los Angeles.

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about a new warning from the Cook County Circuit Court about unpaid parking charges, as well as other fake warnings about utilities and lost pets. He also shares details about side hustle scams and why the beginning of spring is the perfect time […]

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to share details about the increasingly good quality of fast food restaurants at airports and the opening of The Original Mr. Beef at Midway Airport. They also talk about a number of athletes whose careers were cut short, like Drew Dalman and Bobby Orr.

Michael Liptrot, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Michael has details on: These Are Chicago's Most Endangered Buildings In 2026: Preservation Chicago's 2026 list of eight endangered structures includes city bridges, union halls and Pope Leo XIV's childhood parish. As Chicago Loses Another Iconic Neon Sign, Preservationists […]

Connell McShane, anchor of “NewsNation Live with Connell McShane,” joins Bob Sirott to talk about reactions from the president of Turkey concerning the conflict in Iran and some of the Americans that are stranded in the Middle East. He also shares his experiences flying into Istanbul and if there are any peace talks in the […]

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty answers questions about when to get your shingles shots and a study about ChatGPT Health that involves assessing health emergencies.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the world’s first skyscraper, Chicago’s short-term time change, Lady Gaga’s Polar Plunge, and more.

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: The Original Mr. Beef Opens At Midway Airport: The legendary River North beef stand — made even more famous by FX's “The Bear” — opened its second location near gate B14. […]

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about whether or not it was lawful for President Trump to issue an attack on Iran and what the Illinois Epstein Files Investigation Commission is. She also discusses what the government is claiming about the Ticketmaster/Live Nation trial and what the father of the school […]

NewsNation's national security contributor Lt. General Richard Newton joins Bob Sirott to give an update on the progress of the conflict in Iran and what could happen between the U.S. and Iran in the next 24 to 48 hours. He also explains some U.S. military tactics that were used and the timeline he thinks President […]

Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Bob Sirott to share details about a “Game of Thrones” movie in the works, a preview of Maggie Gyllenhaal’s movie “The Bride!,” and just how much money Nicole Kidman made from her AMC ad.

Nationally syndicated financial columnist and author Terry Savage joins John Williams to talk about how the stock market is working its way through the conflict in the Middle East, and what you should know if you are trying to ‘beat the market.’ Oh, and don’t forget you can join Terry (and Bob Sirott) on a trip to Spain! […]

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Downtown Hotel Stays Could Get Pricier Under Ordinance Designed To Boost Tourism: The proposal would allow some Downtown hotels to charge a 1.5 percent fee added to the existing […]

Blockbuster Blake Stubbs joins Bob Sirott to talk about highlights from the 32nd Actor Awards, including a tribute to Catherine O’Hara. He also shares his spoiler-free review of “Scream 7” and Jim Carrey’s speech at the César Awards.

Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Thomas Moran joins Bob Sirott to talk about heart attack symptoms for women and why more people under 55 are dying from heart attacks, as well as a study on men aging faster due to forever chemicals. He also discusses the impact of drinking soda on your […]

WGN Radio host John Records Landecker joins Bob Sirott to talk about Amy Landecker’s movie “For Worse,” that will be shown at the Music Box Theatre this week along with a Q&A after the movie, hosted by John Landecker himself. He and Bob also discuss Amy’s many accomplishments, as well as take the time to […]

Freelancer Samantha Nelson joins Bob Sirott to share her favorite restaurants in the Chicagoland area that have weekly fish fries and pepper and egg sandwiches for those who observe Lent or just have a taste for a delicious seafood dinner. Some of the restaurants include the Irish American Heritage Center, King Crab House Chicago, Buona, […]

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: Pullman's Historic Hotel Florence To Be Restored As Part Of $100 Million State Project: Neighbors and community stakeholders hope the project will drive tourism and economic growth to the Far South […]

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to give an update on the bidding for Warner Bros., her phone call with Ryan Gosling, and where you can watch “Epic: Elvis Presley in Concert.” She also shares Pink’s response to rumors about […]

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott's wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to explain the psychology of reasons why some people really dislike daylight savings time and how to gain a sense of control during that time of change. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go […]

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees and the alleged return of “Ted Lasso.” She also shares details about Metallica performing at the Las Vegas Sphere in October and Taylor […]

Oak Forest City Clerk Nicole Tormey joins Bob Sirott to share her experiences of working and living in Oak Forest, as well as some of her favorite restaurants. She also talks about upcoming events that the Oak Forest community can participate in and their project to expand sidewalks and bike trails.

Chicago's Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Bob Sirott to talk more about the fate of the Bears in Chicago, what he needs from the state of Illinois to keep the Bears in the city, and what he has to do to match what Arlington Heights and Hammond are offering. He also explains what he thinks the […]

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to share details about a U.S. Postal inspection service warning and an increase in fake Publishers Clearing House winnings. He also discusses fake calls and emails about Cook County taxes and why research is important before attending home shows and expos.

Quinn Myers, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Quinn has details on: Congress Theater Overhaul ‘Full Speed Ahead,' With Construction To Start In March, Ald. Says: After a series of funding delays, the revival of the century-old theater could be complete by December 2027 and include affordable […]

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about what could happen to Soldier Field if the Bears decided to move and the other kinds of events that are hosted there throughout the season. He also shares details about driverless cars making their way to Chicago and what he thought about “Paul […]

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how the criminal justice system in the U.K. is different from the U.S. and the nine people who died in a California avalanche. She also discusses any possible violations of posting the Ten Commandments in the classroom and which tariffs were affected by the […]

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about Lou Gramm’s new album, another project from Michael Mann, and the return of “MasterChef.” She also shares details a limited series on Netflix based on “Pride and Prejudice,” as well as […]

Chicago Sun-Times special correspondent Lynn Sweet joins Bob Sirott to talk about whether or not State of the Union Addresses carry a lasting impact and if he should have condensed his speech. She also discusses some important points mentioned in his speech, like state income tax versus sales tax and the state of the economy.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the capturing of El Chapo, Jonathan Toews’ first hat trick, and the arrival of an aardvark at Brookfield Zoo.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty clears up a couple studies that aren’t necessarily proven, including a vaccine to protect against all coughs, colds, and flu, as well as an alleged link between GLP-1 weight loss drugs […]

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: Waymo Starts Testing Self-Driving Cars In Chicago — But With Drivers, For Now: The self-driving cars, staged in a Downtown parking lot Tuesday, will hit the roads with the help of […]

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about an apology from the BBC after the BAFTAs and the future of the Olympics in Los Angeles. She also shares details about a biopic on Lorne Michaels and a second season […]

Joseph Lindsley, Editor in Chief of Under Fire News, joins Bob Sirott to reconnect on the four-year anniversary of the Ukraine-Russia War, talking about how this past winter fared and the living conditions of many Ukrainians. He also expresses the importance of solidarity during times of war, his opinions of Vladimir Putin’s strategy, and when […]

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to explain why yesterday’s stocks were down and concerns about AI hurting the tech sector. He also discusses why the Fed could raise rates and three important reports that investors are looking out for.

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: ‘Survivor' Fans Pack Brown Line Train For 50th Season Idol Scavenger Hunt: CTA brown line cars served as a temporary Survivor set as fans swarmed the Kimball station on Saturday […]

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about what our devices do when we think we turn them off, when really they continue to run in the background. He focuses on phones, tablets, laptops, and answers this week’s genius bar question.

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Cindy and Bob talk about last night’s BAFTA Awards in London, the ‘GOAT’ movie success at the box office, the possible reunion between Steve Perry and Journey, […]

Chicago trial attorney Karen Conti joins WGN’s Bob Sirott to discuss the current tariff situation after the U.S. Supreme Court decided to strike down President Trump’s tariffs. Karen talks about how long it could take consumers and businesses to get refunds on tariffs and potential legislation that could help people get their money back.

Dr. Jeffrey Bohmer, Emergency Medicine Physician & Associate Chief Medical Officer for Northwestern Medicine's Central DuPage Hospital, joins WGN’s Bob Sirott to discuss a new approach that can predict when Alzheimer’s symptoms may begin, how cats could offer clues for human cancer treatment, the relationship between weight and sleep apnea, a new study on brain […]