Podcast appearances and mentions of Bob Sirott

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean to talk about where people can watch the movie “Conclave” and about the weekend box office numbers. They also share details about a possible celebrity romance and how Zak Starkey is back with The Who.

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: Photographer Reunites With Kids He Snapped On Bucktown Streets 45 Years Later: An exhibit featuring photos of kids playing in Bucktown in 1979, taken by then-college student Ray Reiss, […]

Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Tom Moran joins Bob Sirott to explain when you should take Advil versus Tylenol. He also talks about who should be taking vitamin A supplements and what we should know about the measles vaccination.

White House correspondent for The Hill Alex Gangitano joins Bob Sirott to talk about Vice President J.D. Vance’s meeting with Pope Francis and if the Pope’s Easter Sunday appearance surprised anyone. She also explains what will happen next in the search for a successor and Pope Francis’ funeral arrangements.

Freelancer Samantha Nelson joins Bob Sirott to talk about restaurants that are hosting Easter dinners this weekend, including Swift Tavern and Big Star West Town. Dan Levy, host of the Barguments podcast, also joins Bob to review Portillo’s new breakfast menu and his opinion of the Popeyes pickle lemonade.

Former CPD Superintendent Eddie Johnson joins Bob Sirott to talk about safety in Chicago as the warm weather approaches, including new barricades in Streeterville and what he’s hearing about the curfew proposal. He also shares his thoughts on how parents can help crack down on the teen takeovers.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott's wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob this morning to talk about ways to save money, like making your own coffee at home and not buying bottled water at the store. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about some “Star Wars” news from Tokyo, Robin Williams’ advice to a child actor, and famous dual roles in movies. He also shares some things to do this weekend and his movie review of “Sinners.”

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: Could Banning Cars On Michigan Avenue Be The Key To Revitalizing Downtown?: The winning proposal from UChicago graduate students in this year's Harris Policy Innovation Challenge suggests the city turn a stretch […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about who will host the Emmys, why Haley Joel Osment was arrested, and Michelle Trachtenberg’s cause of death. They also talk about Michael Shannon’s role as Bill Parcells, the price of a meal at Coachella, […]

Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Fern Hill's Old Town Redevelopment Plan Clears Final City Council Vote: The 30-story apartment tower and renovation at North Avenue and LaSalle Drive will bring 349 units, including 70 affordable apartments, to […]

2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins joins Bob Sirott to talk about the City Council meeting that occurred yesterday and how his proposal for an earlier curfew for unaccompanied minors was received. He explains how other members of the council expressed interest in extending the curfew to other wards in the city and Mayor Brandon Johnson’s […]

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about how scammers are using paid search results online to trick consumers and a survey that shows how many people are working for businesses they don’t trust. He also discusses how often you should look at your Social Security account, explains what sextortion […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share new details about the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife, as well as a health update from Gerry Turner. They also talk about the death of Wink Martindale and what’s new on streaming services.

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about a possible change to a state cannabis bill and why the Menendez brothers are set to be resentenced. She also discusses why Harvey Weinstein is set to be retried in New York, and the FTC’s antitrust case against Meta.

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the birth of Thillens Stadium, the opening of McDonald’s in Des Plaines, the election of Harold Washington, 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: After Another Pedestrian Killed Crossing DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Neighbors Say Better Signs Needed: Tourists and other visitors sometimes try to cross the drive near the Museum Campus instead of using […]

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty shares what will be discussed in the CDC’s vaccine advisory meeting and the impact Long COVID has on aging.

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to explain how markets are reacting to frequently changing tariff policies. He also talks about what recent retail sales numbers are saying about a majority of consumers and if tariffs will impact rate cuts.

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to explain how to troubleshoot and fix technology issues. Some of the issues he talks about include emails that won’t appear, slow devices, and lagging Wi-Fi.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about Katy Perry’s space flight, the new “Harry Potter” cast, and Johnny Depp’s new movie. They also share some of SNL’s greatest impressions and Dean’s interview with Ryan Coogler.

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: Portillo's For Breakfast? You Can Try It Starting Tuesday: Italian beef isn't on the menu, but a Polish sausage and egg sandwich and chocolate cake doughnut are. The chain is testing […]

Dr. Jeff Bohmer, Medical Director of the Emergency Department at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital, joins Bob Sirott to talk about when you should reevaluate the supplements you’re taking and a study that assesses the association between heavy drinking and brain lesions. He also shares details about a link between healthy eating and healthy aging, […]

WTTW's Geoffrey Baer joins Bob Sirott to talk about a new season of “Touring Chicago’s Lakefront with Geoffrey Baer.” He shares his experiences of snorkeling in a prehistoric reef, the history of Chicago’s first automobile race, his meal at Calumet Fisheries, and more.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the weekend box office numbers, a remake of “The Bodyguard,” and “The Breakfast Club” reunion at C2E2. They also discuss the apology SNL issued to a “White Lotus” star, a celebrity breakup, and Dean’s […]

2nd Ward Alderman Brian Hopkins joins Bob Sirott to share details about how law enforcement prepared for a possible ‘teen takeover’ last Friday and how it was prevented ahead of time. He also talks about his curfew proposal for unaccompanied minors and his recent meeting with Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about how Jack Nicholson offered his home to his ex-wife after L.A. wildfires, Eric Dane’s health announcement, and a British version of SNL. They also share details about “The Wizard of Oz” at the Sphere […]

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: Tom Felton Visits Chicago's New Harry Potter Store — Take A Look Inside: The Mag Mile store is divided into sections, including areas for each Hogwarts House. There's also a sweets […]

Maggie Hennessy, freelance food writer and restaurant critic, joins Bob Sirott to talk about last-minute restaurant cancellations and how you should cancel a reservation properly. She also shares details about a new line of potato chips, Local Style, that includes iconic Chicago flavors, like deep dish pizza and Italian beef.

John Pletz, senior reporter for Crain’s Chicago Business, joins Bob Sirott to talk about when we could see tariffs impacting the U.S. economy and if gas prices will be part of that. He also discusses if he thinks tariffs will work long-term and what some alternatives to stocks are.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott's wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob this morning to talk about how to keep up with trends and stay relevant as you age. Some tips include learning about technology and volunteering. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share […]

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk more about fake websites selling concert and sporting tickets and how AI is used on the dark web to fuel identity theft. He also explains what Google fingerprinting is and what you should do if you receive a fake diamond ring in the […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the albums and songs added to the Library of Congress National Registry and who will host this year’s American Music Awards. They also share details about Kenan Thompson’s health issue and the return of […]

Craig Bolanos, co-founder and wealth advisor at VestGen Wealth Partners, joins Bob Sirott to talk about why people are keeping a close eye on bond markets and the possibility of a recession. He also shares the best advice for people who are either close to or at retirement. For more information on VestGen Wealth Partners, […]

John Dreznes, Beverly Records third generation, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the upcoming Record Store Day and the history of Beverly Records. He also explains the increase in younger people shopping for vinyl and why that might be.

Stephanie Lulay, Executive editor and Co-Founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. She provides details on: Chicago Coffee Shops Raise Prices As Trump Tariffs Already Lead To More Expensive Beans: One South Side coffee shop owner said he paid $2,000 more than usual for his latest shipment of beans — […]

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: South Loop's Ace Hardware To Close Next Month: The final day of operation for the State Street store is May 24. Chicago State University Names Bobby Rome II Its First-Ever Football […]

Chicago Sun-Times Washington bureau chief Lynn Sweet joins Bob Sirott to talk about China’s retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. what will impact people more concerning the stock market and increasing prices. She also discusses what President Trump’s end goals are and if anything will impact his current plans.

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how much fluoride is too much and why the amount of strep infections in the U.S. is increasing.

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about President Trump’s executive orders about diversity hiring and what Scott’s Law is. She also discusses the settlement about whether or not college athletes should be paid and resources for people who need help filing tax returns.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about a possible new role for Robert Pattinson and why a New Jersey theater is banning unaccompanied minors from seeing “A Minecraft Movie.” They also share details about Russell Brand’s upcoming speech at a Florida […]

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio's investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include the first Cubs game without Harry Caray, the destruction of Meigs Field, how Pac-Man became popular, and more.

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: Water Tower Place ‘Past Its Prime' As A Mall — But Mag Mile Recovery In Full Swing, Backers SayThe upper floors of the Michigan Avenue mall — which has seen […]

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor and Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how markets are reacting to President Donald Trump’s tariff moves are pushing markets into bear market territory (Bear market is a term used by Wall Street when an index such as the S&P 500 or the Dow […]

Consumer technology journalist Jennifer Jolly joins Bob Sirott to talks about how tariffs are impacting the prices of tech products, reviews the iPhone 16e, offers tips for getting the most out of ChatGPT, and discusses rumors about a possible iPhone flip-phone.

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about ‘White Lotus’ wrapping up the third season with a ratings bonanza, the ‘Happy Days’ cast reuniting, ‘Walk This Way’ turning 50, and the end of a feud between Madonna and Elton John.

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine's Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to talk about who should get the pneumonia vaccine, a study of the impact of the shingles vaccine on dementia, and how artificial sweeteners could affect your hunger. He also discusses how a low-sodium diet would impact people with […]

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the death of “Dennis the Menace” star Jay North and the hospitalization of Jeff Ross. They also share details about an FCC probe of SNL, Elton John’s performance with Brandi Carlile, and SNL’s joke […]

Cindy Pearlman, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to share share details about the new ‘Superman’ movie and a new crime thriller from Martin Scorsese. She also talks about a reboot of ‘War of the Roses’ and a new comedy from Bobby Farrelly.

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott's wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob this morning to talk about things that we never think to clean that we should, like water bottles, ceiling fans, and toothbrush holders.