On today’s show, I break down the NBA’s plan to resume the 2019-20 season, which involves all future games being played at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando. Although encouraging news at the outset, important details still have to be worked out, and player safety should be the […]
Chicago Bulls
Bulls Are Still Rebuilding, Barry Zito Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-20-20)
On today’s show, I examine the final episode of The Last Dance, specifically, the Bulls’ never-ending rebuild that the series alluded to. Why have the Bulls been unable to adapt like other premier NBA franchises, and when can we expect the team to recreate the success of the Jordan-era? I […]
MLB Salary Dispute, Teddy Greenstein Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-14-20)
On today’s show, I address the MLB’s monetary dispute in lieu of the 2020 season. The owners, in this case, should be more empathetic towards the players, and therefore, pay their pro-rated salaries instead of offering up a 50-50 revenue split. Later in the show, I caught up with Teddy […]
Deshaun Watson’s Twitter Storm, Mark Giangreco Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-12-20)
On today’s show, I dissect Deshaun Watson’s most recent tweet claiming that the Bears never spoke to him before the 2017 NFL Draft. In retrospect, that was arguably the biggest mistake made by the Bears and the Ryan Pace regime. Later in the show, I caught up with Mark Giangreco, […]
Boylen Shouldn’t Be Retained, James Wilks Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-11-20)
On today’s show, I analyze Jim Boylen’s tenure with the Bulls, and attempt to understand why ownership wants him to be retained. Boylen, arguably, has done nothing to positively impact the Bulls since his hiring, so why should the team retain him, especially with a newly-revamped front office? Later in […]
NCAA’s Historic Decision, David Haugh Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-1-20)
On today’s show, I detail the NCAA’s historic decision that allows athletes to profit off of their name and likeness beginning during the 2021-2022 academic year. This is a ruling that is long overdue, and it finally gives college athletes the freedom that they deserve. I also caught up with […]
Bulls Hire Marc Eversley, Doc Emrick Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 4-30-20)
On today’s show, I discuss the Bulls’ hiring of Marc Eversley, and what it means for the future of the franchise. His track record, especially with the Philadelphia 76ers, should excite Bulls fans moving forward. I also caught up with Mike “Doc” Emrick, lead NHL broadcaster for NBC Sports and […]
Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 4-23-20
On today’s show, I broke down the misunderstood tale of Tyrod Taylor, and explained why he deserves to be the next starting quarterback of the Los Angeles Chargers. I also caught up with K.C. Johnson, Bulls Insider at NBC Sports Chicago. We discussed The Last Dance, the film’s depiction of […]
Mike North Talks Bears News, Bulls Front-Office Shakeup, Sports Media Career, and More!
Mike North, sports talk radio legend and current host of The Odds Couple on ESPN 1000, joins the show! We discussed the current Bears quarterback situation, the reasoning behind the Nick Foles trade, and Mitchell Trubisky’s future in Chicago. We also talked about the Bulls’ hiring of Arturas Karnisovas, and […]
Sports Talk Chicago Special: NBA All-Star Weekend Recap
On today’s special podcast, I recap what was an eventful NBA All-Star Weekend here in Chicago. The show includes reaction to the Rising Stars Challenge, Slam Dunk Contest, Three-Point Shootout, and NBA All-Star Game, plus audio clips from Zach LaVine, James Harden, Russell Westbrook, Ja Morant, Collin Sexton, P.J. Washington, […]