On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul analyzes the NFL careers of Mitchell Trubisky and Carson Wentz, and explains how similar both players truly are. Jon also catches up with Bruce Miles, former Cubs Beat Writer for The Daily Herald and current Baseball Hall of Fame voter (20:26)! They discuss the […]
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Jed Hoyer Takes Over, Mike North Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-25-20)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down Jed Hoyer’s takeover of the Cubs, and explains why he must start another rebuild. Jon also catches up with Mike North, sports talk radio legend and host of “The Odds Couple” on ESPN 1000 (19:09)! They discuss the Bears’ current quarterback situation, […]
Cubs Begin The Rebuild, Ryan Dempster Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-17-20)
On today’s show, I celebrate the Cubs’ decision to begin their second rebuild, and look forward to the team’s future. I also catch up with Ryan Dempster, former MLB All-Star pitcher, MLB Network analyst, and host of Off the Mound on Marquee Sports Network! We discuss the tough ending to […]
Tony La Russa’s DUI, Cole Wright Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-12-20)
On today’s show, I address Tony La Russa’s February DUI arrest, and what it means for the future of the White Sox. I also catch up with Cole Wright, host of Bear Essentials, and Cubs Pre/Post coverage on the Marquee Sports Network (21:14)! We discuss the Bears’ tough loss on […]
Two Quick Bears Fixes, Ryan Dempster Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-28-20)
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)
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, […]
Carlos Correa’s Comments, Tony Andracki Interview (Sports Talk Chicago/WCKG 10-8-20)
On today’s show, I address Carlos Correa’s recent comments, which double-down on the Astros’ recent success in spite of last year’s cheating scandal. I also catch up with Tony Andracki, Digital Content Manager, and Chicago Cubs Reporter for the Marquee Sports Network (17:52)! We discuss the Cubs’ loss to Miami […]
Bring Back Trubisky, David Samson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-6-20)
On today’s show, I explain why the Bears made a grave mistake in deciding to bench Mitchell Trubisky. I also catch up with David Samson, former President of the Miami Marlins and host of Nothing Personal on the CBS Sports Podcast Network (20:04)! We discuss the Cubs’ loss to Miami […]
The Cubs’ Biggest Issue, Coach Amy Reifert Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-5-20)
On today’s show, I address the Cubs’ prompt elimination from the MLB Postseason, and explain the true issue behind their recent demise. I also catch up with Coach Amy Reifert, Head Women’s Soccer Coach at The University of Chicago (21:08)! We discuss the challenge of coaching collegiate athletics during a […]
Cubs Celebrate Too Early, White Sox Are Hypocrites, Rick Barry Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 9-28-20)
On today’s show, I address the Cubs’ celebration of their division championship after a loss. I also call out the White Sox for beaming Willson Contreras after his bat flip. Later on the program, I catch up with Rick Barry, Basketball Hall of Fame player and NBA Legend! We discuss […]