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What are the differences between civil and criminal...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/06

Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to talk about how the state of Texas issued civil arrest warrants for lawmakers and what the difference is between civil and criminal warrants. She also discusses the possibility of releasing the transcripts of the discussion between Ghislaine Maxwell and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche.

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This Week in Chicago History: Walter Payton, Second...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/06

Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Walter Payton’s induction in the NFL Hall of Fame, Janis Joplin’s concert at Ravinia, the Black Sox scandal, and more.

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How to protect yourself against Lyme disease

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/06

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty explains what Lyme disease is, how people contract it, and the best ways to help prevent it.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Bob Newhart,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/06

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the renaming of a city street after Bob Newhart, why Francis Ford Coppola was hospitalized, and the MTV Video Music Awards nominations. They also share why the original “Naked Gun” director refuses to see […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 8/6/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/06

On August 6th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Extremely Local News: Yeti store in Wicker Park...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/05

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: Wicker Park’s Yeti Store Closes After 6 Years In Former Double Door Space: The Yeti opening in 2019 was seen by some neighbors as the ultimate symbol of gentrification in […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Paramount...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/05

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share details about Jimmy Fallon’s contract extension, Stephen Colbert’s acting role, and the fate of Aurora’s Paramount Theatre, as well as some of Aurora’s other show venues. They also talk about why Stevie Nicks postponed the […]

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Tips for buying a new phone or computer

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/05

Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to talk about what you should consider when buying a new device, including if you just need it for taking pictures and checking emails, or editing photos and videos. He also explains when you should upgrade your device and answers this week’s genius bar question.

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Are jobs numbers enough to push for a rate cut?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/05

Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to figure out where consumers are spending their money by looking at stocks and why the tech stocks fell back from last month. He also explains what’s happening in the AI sector and whether or not the jobs numbers will […]

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 8/5/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/05

On August 5th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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The Beatles’ music is still very relevant in society...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/04

Tom Frangione, SiriusXM Beatles Channel ‘Resident Beatles Expert’, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the diversity and relevance of Beatles songs in today’s society and the demand for Paul McCartney tickets. He also shares the possibility of Paul and Ringo Starr meeting up in the near future and new Beatles-related releases. To purchase tickets to […]

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Try these three exercises to help improve insomnia

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/04

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine’s Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to talk about a trial for a pill that treats obstructive sleep apnea and three exercises that could help improve insomnia. He also shares some tips to help quit smoking for good, the severity of withdrawal from antidepressants, and […]

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Extremely Local News: Why did CTA get rid of Red...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/04

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: After CTA Eliminates Red Line ‘Slow Zone,’ Noise Has Become Unbearable For Uptown Residents: Neighbors on Kenmore Avenue between the Sheridan and Wilson Red Line stops say track improvements […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Lollapalooza,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/04

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 and the death of Loni Anderson. They also discuss some Lollapalooza highlights, what Harrison Ford was told by a former producer, and the ending of “And Just Like That.”

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 8/4/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/04

On August 4th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Lt. General Richard Newton: Israel looking for...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/01

Lt. General Richard Newton, NewsNation National Security Contributor and former U.S. Air Force Assistant Vice Chief of Staff, joins Bob Sirott to discuss U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff’s visit to Gaza and if relations with Israel will be affected by recent events. Lt. General Newton also gives his thoughts on Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s […]

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How to plan and save for your destination vacation

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/01

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to talk about how everyone seems to be going on European vacations and what they are doing to save money and make time for it. Marianne also shares her recipe on sweet potato and zucchini fritters. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays […]

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‘Chicago’ magazine highlights the best food in the...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/01

Amy Cavanaugh, dining editor and food and drink writer at Chicago magazine, joins Bob Sirott to discuss the August issue and its focus on food in the suburbs. Amy details the best place for a breakfast burrito, the best bar for people who read the whole menu, daily brunch specials, and much more.

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Stephen Colbert...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/01

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean discuss Justin Timberlake’s diagnosis of Lyme Disease, Hulk Hogan’s cause of death, Stephen Colbert’s jump in the ratings, Lollapalooza Day 2, ‘The Naked Gun,’ and more.

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Extremely Local News: ‘Take it easy’ at Lollapalooza...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/01

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: Century-Old Greystone In Lakeview To Be Demolished, But Neighbors Are Fighting To Save It: Neighbors hope to convince the developer to save the building’s facade and preserve the architectural unity of one […]

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