Best beardown Podcasts (2025)

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The Bears have a TOUGH 2025 schedule #beardown 21:52

7d ago21:52

21:52

Joey give his 2025 predictions for the Chicago Bears. Do they even make .500? #bearsfootball #benjohnson MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bears-2025-Schedule-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Chicago Cubs All-Quarter Century Team #chicagocubs 11:12

3h ago11:12

11:12

The MLB put out it’s team, so Joey is putting out his Cubs team. #cubsnation MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/WLS-STC-05312025-Cubs-All-Quater-Team-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Chicago White Sox All-Quarter Century Team #whitesox 19:38

1d ago19:38

19:38

The MLB put out it’s team, so Joey is putting out his White Sox team. #soxnation MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WLS-STC-05312025-Sox-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Call it What You Want! | S9E20 1:06:26

1d ago1:06:26

1:06:26

The Cardinals and Cubs keep winning. That puts the guys in a good mood this week. But before they got into baseball, some time was spent talking about movies and tv shows. ToR's official and pretentious reccomendations. Ron falls for a fake story on PCA doing PED's during Cubs talk while Pete and Elliott are surprisingly hinged regarding the Cubs e…

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‘Would you rather…’ with the Cubs amazing 2025 start. PCA MVP. PCA MVP. #chicagocubs #cubbies 23:33

2d ago23:33

23:33

Joey asks fun questions with the Cubs great start to the 2025 season. We’re rooting for PCA MVP. #pca MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WLS-STC-05312025-Cubs-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Ben Johnson brings INTENSITY to the OTAs #benjohnson #beardown 10:18

8d ago10:18

10:18

Joey breaks down some initial reporting coming out of the OTAs. #calebwilliams #bearsfootball MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Ben-Johnson-OTAs-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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REPORT: According to upcoming book, Caleb Williams did not want to play for the Bears #calebwilliams 15:13

9d ago15:13

15:13

Joey gives his thoughts on the revelations of Caleb Williams in Seth Wickersham’s upcoming book. #chicagobears #beardown MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Caleb-Williams-book-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Is this Real? | S9E19 1:06:34

12d ago1:06:34

1:06:34

Pete's back, and he has questions. With Elliott mere hours away from vacation and madly packing the Family Truckster, Ron and Pete dive deep into the world of baseball and beyond, tackling everything from the clown show in St. Louis to the Cubs' continued early-season success to the Cardinals' surprising stretch of good baseball. The show starts wi…

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Bulls get the No. 12 Draft Pick because……Bulls…. #chicagobulls 5:20

13d ago5:20

5:20

Bulls get the No. 12 Draft Pick to keep that mediocrity train moving. #joshgiddey #giannisantetokounmpo MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WLS-Bulls-Podcast.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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The bans are lifted and no, you still can’t let them in. #HOF #peterose #shoelessjoejackson 15:00

14d ago15:00

15:00

The bans are lifted and Joey explains why they still shouldn’t be let in. MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WLS-HOF-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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The Cubs NEED to extend Kyle Tucker. NOW. #chicagocubs #kyletucker 23:45

15d ago23:45

23:45

Joey explains why the Cubs need to extend Kyle Tucker. Now. No more waiting. DO IT. #cubsnation https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/WLS-Cubs-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Streaking! | S9E18 55:30

19d ago55:30

55:30

With Pete out, Ron and Elliott get to go wild on Star Wars talk, but not before covering some interesting ground on the baseball front. MLB reinstates Pete Rose, Shoeless Joe Jackson, and others. The Cubs call up one of their top prospects, Cade Horton, while sending Ian Happ to the IL (which will make Pete HAPP-y). The Cardinals are on a nine-game…

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Chicago Sports Power Rankings: Cubs GOOD, Bulls….meh…. #cubs #bears #blackhawks #whitesox #bulls 50:30

22d ago50:30

50:30

With summer right around the corner, Joey gives his Power Rankings of Chicago’s sports teams. MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/05102025-Chicago-Sports-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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At the Quarter Pole, and Is the New Pope a Cubs Fan? | S9E17 1:04:54

24d ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Ron and Pete trade places this week, with Pete in the role of Road Warrior, checking in from Orlando, Florida. That's why this week's pod recorded during their original Thursday night slot. With both the Cubs and Cardinals nearing Ron's critical 40-game mark, it's only a little too early for the guys to engage in a spirited debate about the perform…

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Grading the Bears draft class. #bearsfootball #beardown #benjohnson 25:17

29d ago25:17

25:17

Joey grades the 2025 Bears draft class. WE GOT A RUNNING BACK. MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Draft-reaction-part-2-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Old GMs, New Stars, and One Big What-If | S9E16 1:26:10

1M ago1:26:10

1:26:10

This week, the Team discusses the Cubs’ impressive early-season performance, having navigated the toughest schedule in baseball to sit six games over .500. The hosts marvel at the Cubs’ 9-0 thrashing of the Pirates, highlighting breakout performances from Carson Kelly and Pete Crow-Armstrong, while debating whether this team echoes the 2015 Cubs’ u…

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Bears draft Colston Loveland & Luther Burden III. #beardown 22:12

1M ago22:12

22:12

Joey breaks down the first two draft picks. Ben Johnson sure is loading up that offense. He remembers that we have a defense as well, right? RIGHT?! #bearsfootball #benjohnson #colstonloveland #lutherburdeniii MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Draft-Reaction-part-1-PODCAST.mp3…

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Needles and Sledgehammers | S9E15 53:30

1M ago53:30

53:30

Dive into the electric energy of this week's episode, as Ron, Elliot, and Pete deliver a rollicking blend of sports, nostalgia, and unfiltered banter. The trio dives headfirst into the MLB season, breaking down the Cubs’ red-hot offense and basepath chaos that’s got fans buzzing, while dissecting the Cardinals’ pitching woes and looming trade deadl…

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The Chicago Bears WILL select THIS player in the NFL Draft. #nfldraft #beardown 10:21

1M ago10:21

10:21

Joey gives his prediction for the Bears’ number 10 pick. Not a sexy pick, but a beefy one. #bearsfootball MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Joey-draft-pick-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Draft Week: Top 10 prospects for the Bears’ 10th pick. #nfldraft #ashtonjeanty #beardown 54:39

1M ago54:39

54:39

Joey breaks down his top ten prospects for the NFL Draft this week. The Bears need to get this right. #bearsfootball MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Draft-outlook-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Up, Down, and All Around | S9E14 1:03:21

2M ago1:03:21

1:03:21

This week, the Team discusses the Cubs' surprising roster moves, including Matt Shaw's demotion to Triple-A and the implications for prospects like Gage Workman. They debate Shaw's unorthodox batting stance, drawing comparisons to legends like Stan Musial and Barry Bonds, while unpacking the team's strategy against a tough upcoming pitching schedul…

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Are the Chicago Bulls for real? Short Answer: No. #chicagobulls #joshgiddey 6:34

2M ago6:34

6:34

Joey asks the important questions about the Chicago Bulls. They are fun to watch lately, but unfortunately that’s just empty calories. MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/04102025-Bulls-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Bears BURNING questions: Super Bowl run? Draft pick? WHERE’S THE BEEF? #bearsfootball #beardown 21:40

2M ago21:40

21:40

Joey has some burning questions for the Bears. Our editor won’t take off his Off-Season crown. #calebwilliams #superbowl MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/04102025-Bears-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Cubs BURNING Questions: Kyle Tucker? Justin Steele’s Elbow? Do we need a closer? #cubsbaseball 19:05

2M ago19:05

19:05

Joey has some burning questions about the Cubs after their good start. #cubs MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/04102025-Cubs-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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It's Too Early | S9E13 1:11:26

2M ago1:11:26

1:11:26

After two weeks "off", Ron, Elliott, and Pete reunite for a lively discussion about the latest in Major League Baseball. The guys kick things off with a light-hearted chat about Yohel Pozo, the recent passing of Octavio Dotel, and the dangerous of MLBers in the Dominican Republic. They eventually dive into the current state of the Cubs and the Card…

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Kyle Tucker GOOD, bullpen BAD – Talking Cubs baseball with guest Shaun Graves #cubsnation 50:28

2M ago50:28

50:28

The Cubs are off to an ok start with some bumps and bruises along the way. Joey talks Cubs baseball with his Cubs consigliere, Shaun Graves #kyletucker #craigcounsell Stream the movie ‘Green and Gold’ https://www.greenandgoldmovie.com/ MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/WLS-04052025-POD…

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Season 9, Episode 12 – Torpedoes & Sweeps 1:02:51

2M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

Ron takes the reins this week as Pete ventures out west to catch the Chicago Cubs in action at the temporary A's complex in Sacramento. Joined by co-host Elliott and special guest Don Glenn from Gateway Sports, the trio dives into the excitement of the MLB opening weekend. They discuss the surprising start to the season, including the undefeated Do…

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Cubs bullpen IMPLODES, The White Sox WIN ONE?! Blackhawks changing things up – WEEKEND RECAP 21:10

2M ago21:10

21:10

The bullpen implodes so hard that Joey loses his radio voice. The White Sox win one (maybe some hope?), and the Blackhawks are playing the youngins – WEEKEND RECAP #chicagocubs #whitesox #blackhawks MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03312025-weekend-recap-PODCAST_1.mp3…

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My Top Ten Sports Villains – #10 The Minnesota Twins #minnesotatwins #chicagowhitesox 6:31

2M ago6:31

6:31

When it comes to the Minnesota Twins, Joey is never, ever, rooting for them. They’re #10 on his top ten sports villains list. #rivals #alcentral https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/10-Minnesota-Twins-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Season 9, Episode 11 – Pinch Hitter 57:44

2M ago57:44

57:44

In this episode of the Team of Rivals Podcast, we take a deep dive into the current state of the St. Louis Cardinals as the 2025 season approaches. With Ron away on the road, Elliott and Pete are joined by special guest Derek King to discuss the palpable apathy among Cardinals fans and the looming changes in the organization. They dissect the end o…

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How many more games with the White Sox win this year? 10? 15? #soxnation 14:34

2M ago14:34

14:34

It’s going to be another rough year for the White Sox, but there are some bright points. Joey breaks it down. #willvenable MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03222025-White-Sox-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Blackhawks are building around Connor Bedard – but not fast enough #connorbedard #blackhawks 8:02

2M ago8:02

8:02

The Blackhawks have good pieces to build with like Alex Vlasic and Spencer Knight, but they need to move faster. #spencerknight MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03192025-Blackhawks-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Imanaga vs Yamamoto in Japan. #ohtani #cubsnation 25:32

2M ago25:32

25:32

Cubs drop two to the Dodgers in Japan. Joey breaks it down. #cubsbaseball MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03192025-Cubs-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Season 9, Episode 10 – Waking up in the Land of the Rising Sun 51:33

2M ago51:33

51:33

In this week's episode, the guys dive headfirst into the "excitement" of the 2025 MLB season kickoff! With Ron logging in remotely from a convention in Orlando, Pete and Elliott kick things off with a lively discussion about the Cubs’ frustrating first loss to the Dodgers in Tokyo. The duo reflects on the early morning game, the challenges of inter…

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Bears sign Olamide Zaccheaus. Bold Cubs predictions of Justin Steele, Kyle Tucker, Porter Hodge 8:13

3M ago8:13

8:13

Bears sign Olamide Zaccheaus and Joey give his three bold predictions for the Chicago Cubs. #cubsnation #beardown MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03172025-Cubs-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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BUILD THAT WALL! BUILD THAT WALL! Reviewing the Free Agency moves. #jonahjackson #bearsfootball 25:25

3M ago25:25

25:25

Joey reviews the moves that makes the Bears the off-season kings once again.#beardown #benjohnson MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03152025-Bears-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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How many WINS will the Cubs get with Kyle Tucker this year? #cubsnation #kyletucker #shotaimanaga 22:49

3M ago22:49

22:49

Joey gives his wins predictions for the Cubs this season, and he shares his many concerns with the pitching rotation. #chicagcubs #petercrowarmstrong MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03152025-Cubs-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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EMERGENCY REACTION: Chicago Bears sign Drew Dalman + Grady Jarrett in Free Agency Frenzy! #beardown 8:29

3M ago8:29

8:29

Joey breaks down the free agency signings while our editor is crying in the corner because, no, Mack didn’t come home. #benjohnson #freeagency MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03102025-Free-Agency-moves-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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MACK COMING HOME? NFL Free Agency deep dive – DEFENSE #khalilmack #calebwilliams #beardown 19:01

3M ago19:01

19:01

Joey does a deep dive on the defense options in the upcoming free agency. Our editor won’t stop screaming ‘BRING MACK HOME’ #bearsfootball MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03062025-Free-Agency-Defense-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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It’s now time for Caleb Williams to become a MANIAC #calebwilliams #benjohnson #beardown 7:25

3M ago7:25

7:25

Chicago has seen greatness in the past. Caleb has a high bar to get to. #bearsfootball MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03062025-Caleb-Williams-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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BEARS finally, FINALLY, address offensive line. FINALLY. #joethuney #jonahjackson #calebwilliams 27:14

3M ago27:14

27:14

The Bears finally make some moves on the offensive line. THE BEARS MADE MOVES ON THE OFFENSIVE LINE. YES I AM YELLING. #benjohnson #beardown MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03062025-THUNEY-TRADE-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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FINALLY – HOPE for a post-Reinsdorf White Sox #soxnation #justinishbia 8:28

3M ago8:28

8:28

Joey is finally excited to share some White Sox news. A ray of hope for the South Side. #whitesox MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03012025-Sox-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Season 9, Episode 9 – Undefeated - Never Lost! 53:15

3M ago53:15

53:15

It's a special Sunday evening episode of the Team of Rivals Podcast this week. Exciting things lie ahead for the formerly UNDEFEATED Cubs, the UNDEFEATED City FC, and the Star Wars franchise. (Well, maybe not the latter.) In this lively episode, Ron, Elliott, and Pete tackle the latest in sports and pop culture with their signature humor and insigh…

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CUBS Spring Training UPDATE and LINE DRIVES #justinturner #kevinalcantara #cubsnation 9:26

3M ago9:26

9:26

Joey gives a Cubs Spring Training update and is really keen on Kevin Alcantara #cubsbaseball MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03012025-Cubs-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Bears to FINALLY invest in the Offensive Line during Free Agency #bearsfootball #beardown 8:01

3M ago8:01

8:01

Joey does a Free Agency deep dive into the offensive line needs. #benjohnson #calebwilliams MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/03012025-Free-Agency-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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NFL Combine – What to pay attention to………when you don’t really care about it #bearsfootball 19:07

3M ago19:07

19:07

Joey breaks down what he looks for at the NFL Combine because he doesn’t really care about the vertical. Also, Bears NFL Report Card is out, and Joey tries not to take a victory lap about something he was right about all along. #NFL #nflcombine #matteberflus #calebwilliams https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/02272025-Combine-an…

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CUBS SPRING TRAINING and the Cubs sign Justin Turner #chicagocubs #cubsnation 49:29

3M ago49:29

49:29

Cubs spring training is in full swing and Justin Turner signs with the Cubs. Joey gives his thoughts while trying to stay warm. #justinturner #cubs MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WLS-02222025-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Season 9, Episode 8 – Presidents' Day Special 52:36

3M ago52:36

52:36

Pitchers and catchers have reported, Nolan Arenado is still a Cardinal, and Alex Bregman is now a Red Sock. Ron, Elliott, and Pete bring their usual highly rational takes to the latest in MLB on this special Presidents' Day episode. After the obligatory baseball talk, this week's conversation turns to pop culture, chess, and Ron's Soccer minute. • …

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Valentine’s Day Weekend. Who does Chicago love? #benjohnson #calebwilliams #chicagosports 51:13

4M ago51:13

51:13

Joey asks all the tough Valentine’s Day questions…who is the cutest couple? Who gets a love song? Who gets a hug? MVP Injury Love https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WLS-STC-02152025-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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Senior Bowl report. Who looks good for the Bears? #bearsfootball #beardown #benjohnson 50:42

4M ago50:42

50:42

Nicholas Moreano joins Joey to talk about the Senior Bowl, the Bears coaching staff, and of course, America’s Holiday – THE SUPER BOWL. #calebwilliams MVP Injury Law https://mvpinjurylaw.com/ https://sportstalkchicago.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WLS-STC-02082025-PODCAST.mp3By Sports Talk Chicago

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