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The Bob Sirott Podcast from Chicago's Very Own, 720 WGN

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Maggie Hennessy, freelance food writer and restaurant critic, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the bagel boom that hit the city and why people are passionate about supporting their favorite local bagel shops. She mentions a few of her favorite picks, l... more

Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to discuss the different uses and functions that your dryer has besides its regular uses. You can get rid of wrinkles in clothes without ironing, sanitize your clothes and be... 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:

Blocked Access To Northerly Island During Some Concerts Has Neighbors Fuming: Events like ... more

Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to share details about movies coming out this weekend, another spin-off of “John Wick,” and Train’s upcoming tou... more

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Ezekiel Emanuel
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Kenneth Womack
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Episode: Battle over the multi-million Beatles demo
Alderman Desmon Yancy
Alderman, 5th Ward Chicago
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Episode: Alderman Yancy’s plan to tackle teen takeovers
Dr. Lori Ross
Emergency veterinarian and medical director
Episode: Preventing pet emergencies over Memorial Day weekend
Dave Plier
President and CEO, Museum of Broadcast Communications
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Episode: The Late Show set, archives headed to the Museum of Broadcast Communications
Jason Lesnevich
Senior Director of Cultural Tourism at Choose Chicago
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Episode: The Entertainment Report: The Late Show finale, ‘The Odyssey’, and Chicago beaches reopening
Shamus Toomey
Journalist
Episode: Extremely Local News: New Chicago rule let’s native plants grow up to 36 inches
Patrick De Haan
Head Petroleum Analyst
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Episode: This is the best time to fill your car with gas

Hosts

Wendy Snyder
Host filling in for Bob Sirott; in-studio at WGN; has multiple episode appearances
Bob Sirott
Host of The Bob Sirott Podcast; veteran Chicago broadcaster

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • A Review of "Bob Sirott"

    I had found certain parts of what I had believed to had been certain recordings of this "Bob Sirott" to had been vulgar, unnecessary, unobjectivve, unprofessional, negative, insulting, disgusting, and detrimental.

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    (Mario500)
    United States3 years ago
  • Bob Sirott and all the show… except for Landecker.

    Management (Morons)… please podcast the full shows please.

    Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bozo •<|:•)
    United States4 years ago
  • Bring Back Full Shows!

    I love to listen to Bob and John in the evening since I cannot during the day. Listening to these snippets vine not worthwhile so you are loosing me as a listener. I’m sure the station has some reason to do this but hasn’t explained it that I know of. I wouldn’t mind including commercials if that is the issue.

    Many have said similar things here. Listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RochandBob
    United States6 years ago
  • Play full show

    Please record full show, I am not able to listen to the morning shows live. If you include commercials you can generate more revenue.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    dan v westmont
    United States6 years ago
  • Full broadcast

    Please podcast Full Shows.

    Does anyone look at Reviews?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    reuabb
    United States6 years ago

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Guests and hosts are seen as knowledgeable and engaging, with a mix of entertainment and civic topics.
Listeners appreciate the local Chicago flavor and practical expert guidance across topics.
Many want full shows as podcasts rather than snippets, citing nostalgia and easier access.

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The positive and negative effects of consuming a lot of protein
Q: Doctor, good morning to you. Let's talk first about something we hear a lot about these days, protein and some new research about how much protein we're eating.
Dr. Hafiz explains that while adequate protein is important for health and muscle maintenance, many people may already be getting enough protein and could benefit from focusing not just on total grams but also on the quality and sources of protein.
The Scoop on ‘Eat Your Ice Cream’ by Dr. Ezekiel J. Emanuel
Q: What makes repetition so crucial to turning a behavior into a habit, and how can listeners practically apply this to their daily life?
Repetition builds automaticity; by practicing a behavior four times a week for about six weeks, people can weave it into their daily schedule and stop relying on sheer willpower to sustain it.
The Scoop on ‘Eat Your Ice Cream’ by Dr. Ezekiel J. Emanuel
Q: You write about six fundamental wellness behaviors; why don't we go through some of these and start with the first one?
The guest highlights that while some risks should be avoided (like smoking), the key is balancing indulgence with long-term health, starting with cultivating social connections and others as part of a sustainable routine.
Catching up with Joseph Lindsley in Portugal
Q: What kind of feeling did you have the day you left Ukraine when you finally started traveling out of the country?
He describes a mix of reflection on the war, memories of both the good moments and the terrible ones, and a recognition that reporting from abroad carries emotional weight and responsibility, especially as he navigates new environments and risks.
Tommy James shares stories about George Harrison, Larry Lujack and more
Q: Didn't George Harrison once reach out to you with songs that he wanted you to record?
Tommy explains that Harrison and the Grapefruit group wrote several songs for him, but because the master tape was damaged in a flood, he never had the chance to record them, and he remained grateful and starstruck by the gesture.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bob Sirott

What is Bob Sirott about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show blends local Chicago culture with practical, expert-driven guidance across a wide range of topics, from pet safety and health emergencies to mortgage advice and market updates. Episodes often feature guests who provide actionable insights on current events, finance, entertainment, and public-interest issues, anchored by charismatic local hosts who mix news, nostalgia, and community storytelling. A recurring strength is the ability to connect broad, timely topics—gas prices, holidays, scams, museums, and major local events—to everyday listener concerns, often weaving in regional context that makes the content especially relevant for Chicago-area audiences. Noteworthy is the mix of celebrity-adjacent cultural discussions (late-night ... more

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1. Tommy James
2. Ezekiel Emanuel
3. Kenneth Womack
4. Alderman Desmon Yancy
5. Dr. Lori Ross
6. Dave Plier
7. Jason Lesnevich
8. Shamus Toomey

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