Associated Bank Market Outlook: 6/13/25
On June 13th, 2025, Kevin Wells, in for Steve Grzanich, shares today’s potential market drivers:
Jun 13, 2025
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Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Brian Wilson, Paul McCartney, and ‘How to Train Your Dragon’
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the death of Brian Wilson and how the song “Good Vibrations” was created. They also shared Dean’s interview with the cast of “How to Train Your Dragon.”
Jun 12, 2025
Last-minute Father’s Day deals could be a scam
President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about why you should be cautious of any last-minute Father’s Day purchases, gym membership scams, and how an Evanston woman lost thousand to a Kevin Costner impersonator. He also shares details about social media videos asking for money and deceptive passport and visa […]
Jun 12, 2025
Brian Wilson’s musical impact on multiple generations
Columnist and film critic Richard Roeper joins Bob Sirott to talk about the death of Mike Love and the impact The Beach Boys’ music has on many generations. They also discuss the creative rivalry between The Beach Boys and The Beatles and why Brian Wilson moved to St. Charles in the 90s.
Jun 12, 2025
Extremely Local News: Mayor Johnson’s response to President Trump’s immigration orders
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: Chicago Braces For Surge In Immigration Raids As Mayor Brandon Johnson Urges City To ‘Resist’: The mayor’s chief of staff said federal agents received notice to deploy to five […]
Jun 12, 2025
Thought Leader Adam Lutostanski on current financial markets status
Thought Leader Adam Lutostanski (Head of Illinois Commercial Banking at Associated Bank) is with Steve Grzanich this week to talk about the current status of the financial markets and the impact on business leaders and owners. Later on, they discuss how tariffs may be impacting those same leaders, especially in Chicago.
Jun 12, 2025
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 6/12/25
On June 12th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Jun 12, 2025
Bob Sirott reminisces on summers as a kid and Bob Greene
Bob Sirott pays tribute to Chicago Tribune columnist Bob Greene and his nostalgic article about summer: “Of Summer Days, Summer Nights and Pebbles in a Jar.” He reads a few of his favorite excerpts and how he remembers spending his summers as a kid.
Jun 11, 2025
Karen Conti: The state of California’s lawsuit against President Trump
Karen Conti, Chicago trial attorney, joins Bob Sirott to discuss the state of California’s lawsuit against President Trump and why Mike Madigan was denied a new trial. She also shares details about talk of jury misconduct in Harvey Weinstein’s trial and the new ruling concerning payments to college athletes.
Jun 11, 2025
Extremely Local News: Uber starting to refund Chicago customers
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: Uber Overcharged Riders Nearly $1.8 Million In Congestion Fees, City Records Show: Block Club found that Uber had been charging the city’s Downtown congestion fee outside the window the fee is […]
Jun 11, 2025
Why are whooping cough cases increasing?
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 the increase in whooping cough cases and who should get the pneumonia shot.
Jun 11, 2025
This Week in Chicago History: Michael Jordan, Jeff Tweedy, and Cows on Parade
Anna Davlantes, WGN Radio’s investigative correspondent, joins Bob Sirott to share what happened this week in Chicago history. Stories include Abraham Lincoln’s letters to the Chicago Tribune, Jeff Tweedy’s solo debut album, Michael Jordan’s first NBA appearance, and more.
Jun 11, 2025
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: R. Kelly, Mary Lou Retton, and Millennium Park
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about a request from R. Kelly’s attorneys for his immediate release, a message from Mary Lou Retton, and movies coming to Millennium Park this summer. They also discuss the debut of “The Wizard of Oz” […]
Jun 11, 2025
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 6/11/25
On June 11th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Jun 11, 2025
Extremely Local News: Will Crosstown Expressway be a bike trail?
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: Failed Crosstown Expressway Could Become Bike Trail Connecting Bucktown To Botanic Gardens: The 3.2-mile trail would follow a Union Pacific rail line and connect The 606 to the North Branch […]
Jun 10, 2025
When should you replace your phone?
Social media strategist Scott Kleinberg joins Bob Sirott to explain when you should replace your technology and how long the devices are typically good for. He also shares signs people tend to miss concerning when to buy a new phone or laptop and new updates from Apple.
Jun 10, 2025
NV5 Invitational to benefit the Evans Scholars Foundation
NV5 Invitational Tournament Director Chris Montagano joins Bob Sirott and Dave Eanet to share details about this year’s NV5 Invitational, including why golfers and spectators enjoy going back to The Glen Club and the new addition of complimentary tickets for general admission. He also explains how you can upgrade your tickets to the Trophy Club […]
Jun 10, 2025
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Sly Stone, Tony Awards, and Justin Baldoni
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the death of Sly Stone, the Tony Awards ratings, and highlights of the BET Awards. They also share details about why Justin Baldoni’s lawsuit was dismissed and Dean’s interview with Gerard Butler.
Jun 10, 2025
Tips for saving more money in your 401(k)
Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the status of the jobs report and the increase in hospitality numbers. He also explains how you should be saving money in your 401(k) and whether or not oil prices impact how we feel about the state […]
Jun 10, 2025
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 6/10/25
On June 10th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Jun 10, 2025
Summer is the perfect time to visit your local hot dog stand
Bob Schwartz, VP of Vienna Beef, joins Bob Sirott to take calls from listeners and answer questions about their favorite hot dogs stands. He also discusses how smaller hot dog stands were functioning after the pandemic and the perfect time of year to eat a hot dog.
Jun 09, 2025
Can taurine supplement aid in healthy aging?
Chief Medical Officer at Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Thomas Moran joins Bob Sirott to discuss alternatives to aspirin for blood clot prevention, new research for colorectal cancer treatment, and the progress to a potential cure for Multiple Myeloma. He also talks about a possible key to healthy aging that focuses on taurine and coffee’s health […]
Jun 09, 2025
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: Tony Awards, ‘Steppenwolf,’ and Ron Howard
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean talk about the results from last night’s Tony Awards, including a big win for Chicago’s ‘Steppenwolf.’ They also share detail about Ron Howard’s 50th wedding anniversary.
Jun 09, 2025
Extremely Local News: The important message from ‘We Walk For Her’ participants
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: At ‘We Walk For Her’ March, Locals Call For New City Office Dedicated To Missing Black Women And Girls: Now in its eight year, the “We Walk for Her” […]
Jun 09, 2025
Associated Bank Market Outlook: 6/9/25
On June 9th, 2025, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:
Jun 09, 2025
Blackout over: CHSN agrees to deal with Comcast
Deputy sports editor at the Chicago Sun-Times Jeff Agrest joins Bob Sirott and Dave Eanet to discuss the deal between Chicago Sports Network and Chicagoland’s main cable provider: Comcast. The network will launch via Xfinity’s “Ultimate tier” today. Agrest talks about some of the potential reasons for the delay, and the impact the deal may […]
Jun 06, 2025
Marc Malnati remembers serving his friends deep dish pizza
Marc Malnati, author of “Deep Dish,” joins Bob Sirott to talk about learning how to cook in Italy, working with his father in his family’s restaurant, and the first time his friends sampled their famous deep dish pizza. He also shares how Lou Malnati’s expanded through the years and maintaining the quality of the pizza.
Jun 06, 2025
Your guide to the best Father’s Day gifts
Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joined Bob this morning to talk about gift ideas for Father’s Day, from concert tickets to an indoor pizza oven. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, go to Savvy-Planet.Com. Share your own savvy tip: hello@savvy-planet.com. Follow Marianne […]
Jun 06, 2025
Dean Richards’ Entertainment Report: George Wendt, Billy Joel, and Tom Cruise
Dean Richards, entertainment reporter for WGN, joins Bob Sirott to provide the latest news in entertainment. Bob and Dean share deep insights into Billy Joel’s life, George Wendt’s cause of death, Nick Jonas’ new musical role, and Tom Cruise’s world record. They also talk about their predictions for this weekend’s Tony Awards, things to do […]
Jun 06, 2025
Extremely Local News: Edison Park newsstand closing up later this month
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 Green Mill Is For Sale — But Will Likely Remain Unchanged: The owner of the iconic, historic jazz club is selling the Uptown building it calls home. Edison Park’s Kaage […]
Jun 06, 2025
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