On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul analyzes the Bears’ loss to Detroit, and explains why it is indeed time to explore a rebuild. Jon also catches up with K.C. Johnson, Bulls Insider for NBC Sports Chicago (18:57)! They discuss the Bulls’ selection of Patrick Williams in the NBA Draft, and his […]
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The Bulls Take Patrick Williams, Bob Carpenter Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-23-20)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down the Bulls’ selection of Patrick Williams in the NBA Draft, and what it could mean for the team’s future. He also catches up with Bob Carpenter, TV voice of the Washington Nationals and creator of the Bob Carpenter Scorebook (15:04)! They discuss […]
Russell Westbrook Hits The Market, Derrick Goold Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-16-20)
On today’s show, I analyze Russell Westbrook’s desire to leave Houston, and explain why contenders will refuse to trade for him. I also catch up with Derrick Goold, St. Louis Cardinals Beat Writer for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch (21:17)! We discuss the White Sox’s hiring of Tony La Russa, and […]
The Bears Have An Identity, Mark Medina Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-20-20)
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 […]
LeBron Is Not The G.O.A.T., JJ Stankevitz Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-13-20
On today’s show, I explain why LeBron James is still not the G.O.A.T., despite winning his fourth NBA Finals Championship on Sunday. I also catch up with JJ Stankevitz, Chicago Bears Beat Reporter, and host of the Under Center Podcast for NBC Sports Chicago (18:49)! We discuss the Bears’ win […]
Bears Defense Takes Down Bucs, Mark Schanowski Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-12-20)
On today’s show, I explain why the Bears’ defense, and NOT Nick Foles, deserves the credit behind their big win over Tampa Bay. I also catch up with Mark Schanowski, Bulls analyst for NBC Sports Chicago, host of the Sharp Shooters podcast, and host of White Sox Pre/Post coverage on WGN Radio! […]
Bulls Hire Billy Donovan, George Ofman Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 10-1-20)
On today’s show, I break down the Bulls’ hiring of Billy Donovan, and what it means for the future of the franchise. I also catch up with George Ofman, former sports anchor at WBBM-AM, WSCR, and WGN (18:07)! We discuss the Bears’ decision to bench Mitchell Trubisky, and the expectations […]
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 […]
The Real Reason Behind The NBA’s Ratings Problem, Teddy Greenstein Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 9-9-20)
On today’s show, I address the true cause behind the NBA ratings debacle. Hint: It has NOTHING to do with in-game social justice protests. I also catch up with Teddy Greenstein, Sports Columnist at the Chicago Tribune and BBWAA member (16:44)! We discuss the current Big Ten Football season, and […]
Bears QB Competition Heats Up, K.C. Johnson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 9-2-20)
On today’s show, I address Matt Nagy’s comments on the Bears quarterback competition, and double down on my Week 1 prediction. I also catch up with K.C. Johnson, Bulls Insider for NBC Sports Chicago! We discuss the Jim Boylen firing, and his possible replacement candidates. We also talk about the […]