On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Bears’ latest roster cuts, and explains why the team’s quarterback controversy should be the least of their concerns. Jon also catches up with Phil Rogers, national MLB writer for Forbes, and BBWAA member (18:20)! They discuss the Javier Baez booing incident, and […]
White Sox
Trubisky Gets Revenge, Mike Harmon Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-23-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul recaps the Bears’ preseason loss to Buffalo, and breaks down Mitch Trubisky’s revenge performance. Jon also catches up with Mike Harmon, national host on FOX Sports Radio, and host of the I Want Your Flex podcast! They discuss the Bears’ first preseason game, and debate whether […]
Don’t Boo Mitch Trubisky, George Ofman Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-22-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul explains why fans should not boo Mitch Trubisky when he returns to face the Bears on Saturday. Jon also catches up with George Ofman, host of Tell Me A Story I Don’t Know (19:40)! They discuss the Bears’ offensive line issues, and when Justin […]
Andy Dalton Gets More Reps, Mike Harmon Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-21-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses Matt Nagy’s comments on Andy Dalton, and explains why it makes sense for him to receive more first-string reps. Jon also catches up with Mike Harmon, national host on FOX Sports Radio, and host of the I Want Your Flex podcast (18:37)! They discuss […]
Move On, Cubs Fans, Scott Merkin Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-14-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the state of the Cubs post-trade deadline, and explains why it’s time to move on. Jon also catches up with Scott Merkin, White Sox Beat Writer for MLB.com (18:43)! They discuss the White Sox’s sweep over the Cubs, and its significance moving forward. They […]
Javier Baez Extension Talks, Dave Wills Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-24-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ extension talks with Javier Baez, and explains why he is not worth the $200 million he could be seeking. Jon also catches up with Dave Wills, radio voice of the Tampa Bay Rays (19:36)! They discuss the Rays’ success in 2021, […]
White Sox Beat Down Astros, Jose Canseco Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-19-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the White Sox’s big series win over Houston, and explains why they are the preeminent World Series favorite across MLB. Jon also catches up with Jose Canseco, two-time World Series Champion and 1988 AL MVP (18:45)! They discuss his recovery from shoulder surgery, […]
White Sox First Half Recap, Jose Canseco Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-17-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul evaluates the White Sox’s first-half performance, and explains why, despite numerous injuries, they are still World Series favorites. Jon also catches up with Jose Canseco, two-time World Series Champion and 1988 AL MVP (21:33)! They discuss his recovery from shoulder surgery, and when he […]
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 […]
MLB’s Sticky Baseball Problem, Dan Wiederer Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-28-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses MLB’s sticky baseball problem, and explains why the league, not the players, are responsible for the issue. Jon also catches up with Dan Wiederer, Bears Beat Writer at the Chicago Tribune! They discuss the Bears’ current quarterback competition, Matt Nagy’s strategy, and 2021 team […]