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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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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 8/1/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/08/01

On August 1st, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Thought Leader Michael Hides discusses the business...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/07/31

Michael Hides (Senior Vice President Business Banking at Associated Bank) joins Steve Grzanich in today’s Associated Bank Thought Leader conversation to talk about the impact that business owners are seeing related to AI, as well as how the stock market is impacting businesses.

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Richard Roeper: Can news coverage promote bad behavior?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/07/31

Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about news coverage of recent anti-Semitic graffiti in places like Little Village and Hyde Park and if this kind of coverage can promote bad behavior. He also discusses the latest American Eagle Outfitters ad with Sydney Sweeney and the controversy surrounding it.

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Travel to Minooka to visit their beautiful ‘Parks and...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/07/31

Minooka Village President Ric Offerman joins Bob Sirott to talk about how his family has lived in Minooka since 1945 and his son Nick Offerman’s ties to the area as well as the Steppenwolf Theatre. He also shares some of his favorite things about Minooka, like their parks and a new pickleball court and why […]

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Be cautious when shopping for last minute...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/07/31

President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to take about counterfeit Lollapalooza tickets and back-to-school scams. He also explains the differences between a real Labubu and a fake “Lafufu,” as well as a warning issued by the FBI about installing certain apps on your phone.

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Extremely Local News: What could Grant Park look like...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/07/31

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: Part Of DuSable Lake Shore Could Move Underground If City Extends Grant Park To Lakefront: The bold Park District plan would expand the plaza around Buckingham Fountain to the lakefront — […]

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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Lollapalooza,...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/07/31

Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean preview the acts at Lollapalooza and shares details about Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral. They also talk about why Grateful Dead fans are upset about ticket prices and a new celebrity couple.

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 7/31/25

Bob Sirott ·

2025/07/31

On July 31st, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

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Mayor Brandon Johnson’s strategy for reshaping...

Bob Sirott ·

2025/07/30

Chicago’s Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Bob Sirott to dive deeper into the recent teen takeovers and his debating with the aldermen about the snap curfew, as well as how his administration is working to change the negative aspects of Chicago’s image. He also shares insight on his talks with The Bears organization to stay in […]

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How does COVID age your brain?

Bob Sirott ·

2025/07/30

Dr. Aileen Marty, Infectious Disease Specialist and Professor at Florida International University, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest health news. Dr. Marty discusses how adults get the fluoride that they need. She also explains how people’s brains aged during the COVID pandemic and the ‘razor blade throat’ symptom.

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