Tim Anderson Stirs The Pot, Dan Hampton Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-9-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I analyze Tim Anderson’s comments on the White Sox’s hiring of Tony La Russa, and explain what they mean for the team’s future. I also catch up with Dan Hampton, Hall of Fame defensive tackle, Super Bowl Champion, and Chicago Bears contributor to WGN Radio! We discuss […]

La Russa Won’t Work With Sox, Scott Merkin Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-5-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I explain why Tony La Russa will not work with the White Sox, although it won’t necessarily be his fault. I also catch up with Scott Merkin, White Sox Beat Writer for MLB.com (19:50)! We further discuss the team’s decision to hire Tony La Russa, and assess […]

Matt Nagy vs. Marc Trestman, Bob Nightengale Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-3-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I break down the Bears’ loss to New Orleans, plus assess Matt Nagy’s eerie similarities to Marc Trestman. I also catch up with Bob Nightengale, Senior MLB Columnist for USA TODAY, and MLB Network Insider (18:57)! We discuss the White Sox’s hiring of Tony La Russa, and what […]

Analytics Have Ruined Baseball, Governor Rod Blagojevich Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-30-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I address the Rays’ decision to “trust” the analytics in the World Series, and explain why it actually benefits the game moving forward. I also catch up with Governor Rod Blagojevich, former governor of Illinois and host of the Lightning Rod Podcast (23:06)! We discuss the current […]

Two Quick Bears Fixes, Ryan Dempster Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-28-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I break down the Bears’ loss to Los Angeles on Monday night, and explain why they’re two quick fixes away from being back on track. I also catch up with Ryan Dempster, former MLB All-Star pitcher, MLB Network analyst, and host of Off the Mound on Marquee Sports […]

Another Cubs Scapegoat, Dr. Willie Wilson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-26-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I explain why the Cubs’ firing of Assistant Hitting Coach Terrmel Sledge makes him the team’s newest scapegoat. I also catch up with Dr. Willie Wilson, noted businessman and philanthropist, and independent candidate for Illinois’s United States Senate seat (21:35)! We discuss why he entered the race, […]

Baseball Will Never Be The Same, Dan Hampton Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-23-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I explain why baseball’s “temporary” new rules are becoming permanent, and how that stands to ruin the game come next year. I also catch up with Dan Hampton, Hall of Fame defensive tackle, Super Bowl Champion, and Chicago Bears contributor to WGN Radio (20:27)! We discuss the […]

Baker Is Not A Bust, Jim McMahon Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-21-20)

On today’s show, I address the unnecessary hate surrounding Baker Mayfield’s current performance in Cleveland. I also catch up with Jim McMahon, Super Bowl-winning quarterback and subject of a new documentary entitled Mad Mac (16:34)! We discuss the direction of the NFL today, and the league’s recent shift in championing […]

The Bears Have An Identity, Mark Medina Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-20-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I explain why the Bears quarterback controversy means nothing for the team’s future outlook. I also catch up with Mark Medina, national NBA reporter for USA TODAY! We recap the NBA Finals, and touch on the now infamous LeBron vs. Jordan debate. We also talk about impending […]

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