On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul evaluates the Cubs’ first-half performance, and explains why it’s time to sell at the trade deadline. Jon also catches up with Chuck Swirsky, radio voice of the Chicago Bulls ()! They recap the Bulls’ season, and take a look at their prospects moving forward. […]
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NIL and NCAA, David Samson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-2-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the NCAA’s new NIL policy, and explains what it means for the college sports landscape moving forward. Jon also catches up with David Samson, former Miami Marlins President and current host of Nothing Personal on the CBS Sports Podcast Network (17:24)! They discuss MLB’s sticky […]
The Cubs’ Season Is Over, Ryan Dempster Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-5-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ series loss to Milwaukee, and explains why it’s time to give up on their 2021 playoff prospects. Jon also catches up with Ryan Dempster, World Series Champion, All-Star pitcher, and host of Off The Mound on the Marquee Sports Network (22:00)! They further […]
Cubs’ Season In Jeopardy, Ryan Dempster Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-30-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ series loss to Los Angeles, and explains why their upcoming Brewers series could determine the fate of their season. Jon also catches up with Ryan Dempster, World Series Champion, All-Star pitcher, and host of Off The Mound on the Marquee Sports […]
The Cubs Are Clearly Pretenders, Dan Wiederer Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-22-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ recent pitching struggles, and explains why they are now clearly pretenders and not contenders. Jon also catches up with Dan Wiederer, Bears Beat Writer at the Chicago Tribune (19:50)! They discuss the Bears’ current quarterback competition, Matt Nagy’s strategy, and 2021 […]
Bears Guarantee Dalton For Week 1, Mark Schanowski Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-7-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Bears’ decision to make Andy Dalton the Week 1 starter, and explains whether or not that’s subject to change. Jon also catches up with Mark Schanowski, Bulls Insider at Stadium, sports reporter at ABC 7 Chicago, and host of Gimme The Hot Sauce (21:56)! […]
White Sox Are MLB’s Best Team, Mark Schanowski Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-4-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the White Sox’s recent string of wins, and explains why he thinks they’re the best team in baseball. Jon also catches up with Mark Schanowski, Bulls Insider at Stadium, sports reporter at ABC 7 Chicago, and host of Gimme The Hot Sauce (21:56)! […]
White Sox Recovery, Carrie Muskat Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-11-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the White Sox’s recent win streak, and explains why Tony La Russa is receiving unfair media treatment. Jon also catches up with Carrie Muskat, former Cubs Beat Writer for MLB.com and the author of The Big 50: The Men and Moments That Made […]
Trading Kris Bryant, Greg Gumbel Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-10-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Kris Bryant trade rumors, and explains why the Cubs should deal him before the deadline. Jon also catches up with Greg Gumbel, NFL on CBS broadcaster and March Madness studio host (19:20)! They discuss the Bears’ draft haul, and take a look […]
White Sox’s Struggles, Greg Gumbel Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-6-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the White Sox’s recent struggles, and explains why their record indicates better times ahead. Jon also catches up with Greg Gumbel, NFL on CBS broadcaster and March Madness studio host (19:35)! They discuss the Bears’ draft haul, and take a look at Justin […]