Mark Vargas Talks Freeing Blagojevic, 2020 Election, and Career in Politics! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-14-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I catch up with Mark Vargas, Republican political strategist, tech entrepreneur, and contributor to Newsmax TV and the Washington Examiner. We discuss his take on the Roger Stone commutation, and the true reasoning behind his initial prison sentence. We also talk about the 2020 Presidential Election, President […]

Victor Rojas Talks MLB Restart, Angels Baseball, Big Fly Gear, and More! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-8-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I catch up with Victor Rojas, TV voice of the Los Angeles Angels, and CEO of Big Fly Gear! We discuss Major League Baseball’s plan to resume the season, along with the COVID-19 testing problems that the league has had. We also talk about the Angels’ expectations […]

Tony Andracki Talks MLB Season, Cubs Baseball, and Sports Media Career! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-1-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I catch up with Tony Andracki, Digital Content Manager, and Chicago Cubs Reporter for Marquee Sports Network! We discuss the end of the MLB labor dispute, for now, and what could happen to the game come 2021. We also address the Cubs’ expectations heading into the season, […]

White Sox Season Preview, Sam Panayotovich Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-30-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I preview what the Chicago White Sox have in store for the 2020 season. With excellent pitching depth, and a well-balanced lineup, this could be a memorable year on the South Side. I also catch up with Sam Panayotovich, sports betting analyst and former host on VSIN […]

Bulls Blockbuster Trade Rumors, Quentin Richardson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-25-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I address the Bulls’ blockbuster trade rumor, which involves the team acquiring Blake Griffin and Derrick Rose in exchange for Thaddeus Young and Otto Porter Jr. This trade would actually make sense for the Bulls, yet the injury histories of both Griffin and Rose should warrant concern. […]

Tim Brando Talks CFB Returning and Sports Media Career! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-24-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I catch up with Tim Brando, national college football and college basketball broadcaster for FOX Sports. We address college football’s path to resumption this Fall, and whether fans, in some cases, could be allowed inside of stadiums. We also have an in-depth discussion about his career, which […]

Sports’ Returns in Jeopardy, David Samson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-23-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I address the most recent uptick in COVID-19 diagnoses across America’s biggest sports, and question whether it’s worth promoting their return. I also catch up with David Samson, former President of the Miami Marlins and host of Nothing Personal on the CBS Sports Podcast Network. We discuss […]

Professor John List Talks Current Economy, Sports Economics, and Career! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-19-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I catch up with Professor John List, Economics Professor at The University of Chicago, and former Senior Economist on the President’s Council of Economic Advisers! We discuss the current state of the U.S. economy, and predict when it can return to normal. We also talk about his […]

The NBA Should Not Resume, B.J. Upton Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-18-20)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, I address the latest developments involving the NBA’s path to resumption, including the criticism from players regarding the “bubble city” model. Unfortunately, it looks as if the association has begun to prioritize money over player safety, and that, in turn, could lead to a further spread of […]

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