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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 05/13/26

5/13/2026
On May 13th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:36

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Extremely Local News: Will the city’s scooters and e-bikes be regulated?

5/12/2026
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: After Teens Killed On Scooters, City And State Push To Regulate Motorized Scooters, E-Bikes: A bill to regulate scooters and e-bikes advanced in the House this week, and the city […]

Duration:00:04:42

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The Entertainment Report: The Beatles, Savannah Guthrie, and Larry David

5/12/2026
Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about a Beatles fan experience opening up in London, a new project from Larry David, and the filming of “A Quiet Place Part III.” She also shares details about a new gameshow […]

Duration:00:08:05

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The average time it takes to find a job may surprise you

5/12/2026
Paul Nolte, Senior Wealth Advisor & Market Strategist for Murphy & Sylvest, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the latest from corporate earnings and why the wage growth numbers are slowing down. He also discusses the recent state of the jobs numbers and how long on average someone spends looking for a job.

Duration:00:06:08

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 05/12/26

5/12/2026
On May 12th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:45

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Rewiring your brain with positive thoughts

5/11/2026
Certified Consulting Hypnotist Shawn Mossell joins Bob Sirott to discuss how positive thinking in the morning and at night can help rewire your brain and how your body physically responds when you meditate. He also demonstrates a belly breathing technique as he leads us in another Moment of Zen.

Duration:00:12:16

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How to help reduce your risk for contracting hantavirus

5/11/2026
Emergency medicine physician and associate chief medical officer for Northwestern Medicine’s Central DuPage Hospital Dr. Jeffrey Bohmer joins Bob Sirott to talk about how we can try to avoid contracting hantavirus and a diet that could help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s. He also shares details about the most beneficial types of exercise and if […]

Duration:00:12:17

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Extremely Local News: Logan Square introduces ‘Hope Booth’ for mental health

5/11/2026
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: Jim’s Original Leaving Maxwell Street Area After 87 Years, Moving To Pilsen Due To UIC Development: The famous restaurant that’s been in business since 1939 is moving to 18th […]

Duration:00:06:37

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The Entertainment Report: Stephen Colbert, Johnny Depp, and ‘Private Eyes West Coast’

5/11/2026
Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about the weekend box office numbers, a “Legally Blonde” prequel, and Johnny Depp’s new movie role. She also shares details about “Private Eyes West Coast” coming to The CW, Stephen Colbert’s final […]

Duration:00:07:52

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 05/11/26

5/11/2026
On May 11th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:40

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These restaurants still have Mother’s Day reservations

5/8/2026
Freelancer Samantha Nelson joins Bob Sirott to talk about restaurants throughout Chicago that are celebrating Mother’s Day this weekend and the special menus they have available. Some of the restaurants include Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse, Bar Roma, The Duck Inn, Labriola, and more.

Duration:00:11:58

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Extremely Local News: What to know about city beach parking lots

5/8/2026
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: Vintiques & Company Opens On Andersonville’s Clark Street, A Vintage Shopping ‘Destination’: More than a dozen vendors are selling vintage art, decor and clothing out of the new storefront from the […]

Duration:00:04:03

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Celebrating Mother’s Day as a blended family

5/8/2026
Marianne Murciano, Bob Sirott’s wife and founder of Savvy-Planet, joins Bob to discuss how to celebrate Mother’s Day with your blended family, whether it’s getting together throughout the week or being in the moment instead of focusing on perfection. Marianne joins Bob for a weekly segment Fridays following the 8:30 am newscast. For more savvy tips, […]

Duration:00:07:57

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The Entertainment Report: Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, and Chicago Pickle Fest

5/8/2026
Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about Paul McCartney’s duet with Ringo Starr, movies coming out this weekend, and the making of “Hocus Pocus 3.” Jason Lesniewicz, senior director of cultural tourism at Choose Chicago, also joins Bob […]

Duration:00:09:31

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Associated Bank Market Outlook: 05/08/26

5/8/2026
On May 8th, 2026, Steve Grzanich shares today’s potential market drivers:

Duration:00:00:44

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Don’t be fooled by Mother’s Day scams

5/7/2026
President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau Steve Bernas joins Bob Sirott to talk about how con artists are targeting Mother’s Day shoppers, how to spot a fake email invitation, and summer job scams. He also shares details about calls pretending to be from your bank and how you can create strong passwords.

Duration:00:05:13

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Extremely Local News: Check out this summer’s music and movie lineup at Millennium Park

5/7/2026
Quinn Myers, reporter for Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Quinn has details on: Dozens Of Developments Advance At City Hall As Zoning Committee Finally Meets Again: Under new chair Ald. Gilbert Villegas, the committee greenlit residential developments in the West Loop, Near North Side, Avondale and elsewhere. Avondale […]

Duration:00:04:39

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The Entertainment Report: Ted Turner, Anthony Bourdain, and Ella Langley

5/7/2026
Cindy Pearlman Gaber, senior writer for the New York Times and entertainment columnist for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins Bob Sirott to talk about Jane Fonda’s tribute to Ted Turner, the final season of “The Bear,” and the cast of the next “Superman” movie. She also shares details about an Anthony Bourdain biopic, a book […]

Duration:00:06:25

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Could the U.S. and Iran reach a peace agreement today?

5/7/2026
Wall Street Journal White House correspondent, Natalie Andrews, joins Bob Sirott to discuss an expected timeline for peace talks with Iran and the alleged agreement on not having nuclear weapons. She also shares what U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told her about gas prices and if the Strait of Hormuz will be opened soon.

Duration:00:04:51

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Thought Leader Eric Lien discusses treasury challenges amid market volatility

5/7/2026
Eric Lien (Head of Treasury Management at Associated Bank) joins Steve Grzanich in today’s Associated Bank Thought Leader conversation to discuss common inefficiencies in corporate treasury operations and how ongoing market volatility is making those challenges even more difficult to manage. They also explore why many companies rely on multiple banks and accounts, and the potential risks and operational issues that can come […]

Duration:00:12:29