Bears Barroom Radio Network

Known for his strong, raw takes, Greg Gabriel puts his 30+ years of pro football experience to work in this episode. First, he attacks the notion that OTAs are anything more than an opportunity to build camaraderie, install the playbook and try something things. It's not real football. And, Greg says the media should stop treating OTAs as if they are a playoff game. Then, Greg shares a detailed evaluation of every member of the Bears defensive backfield and expresses his concern over the lack of proven depth in the safety position. Then Aldo Gandia, his co-host, serves up multiple questions from the LIVE chat room audience.

CHGO's Matt Peck and Big Dave join us for a pre-draft show. We discuss the rumored numbers Vucevic's extension and whether retaining him is a wise move. We also get into all of the trade speculation surrounding Zach LaVine and if the Bradley Beal deal has any ties to a potential move. This leads to a conversation about LaVine's negative career perception and why it could create a weaker trade market than deals for past all-stars. We also talked Lonzo Ball and how the team will proceed with his future, our draft expectations, and more.

Dan, Aldo, and their guest, Aaron Current of the Barfly Tailgate Show, discuss several Bears topics including comments made by Dave Wannstadt that this is a critical year for Justin Fields to prove that he's worthy of being a number one quarterback for the team.  Then, Tooch joins the show for his always entertaining Bears State of Affairs. Two hours in, the guys talk about the controversial HBO show, The Idol. The last 45 minutes sees the guys talking politics and while it gets a little heated the conversation is respectful and civil.

Joe, Zim & Vinnie welcome Spinball Sports president Steven Spotanski to the show to talk about the iPitch machine. Over 20 MLB clubs use this breaking edge technology to work on hitting and we go directly to the source to learn how it can help batters and to understand the technology behind it. Don't miss it! Host/Director/Producer: Joe Mandel Executive Producer: Aldo Gandia

Vinnie Parise walks you through the last week of MLB baseball. Topics include the Cincinnati Reds, Shohei Ohtani, the Chicago Cubs, White Sox & much more!

Jerry Azumah wore number 23 for the Bears before Devin Hester. And, when he ran with the ball, he often looked like Hester. He's Greg's guest and the two talk about his time with the Chicago Bears for the first 20 minutes of the show. Then, Aldo joins Greg to ask him about: Teven Jenkins Demarcus Walker There defensive line Robert Tonyan Luke Getsy and much more!

Reports from Halas Hall are that Justin Fields and DJ Moore are developing a strong kinship and their performance is jelling. Evan and Ross discuss. Plus, they comment on Justin Jones firing on Green Bay Packers fans.  Ross and Evan also review the Denver Nuggets NBA Finals win, HBO's The Idol and talk about fathers. 

This episode focuses on the Golden Knights and their first ever Stanley Cup win, plus all the latest NHL news as we quickly move to an existing offseason. 

Tooch & Dan welcome Joe Mandel & Aaron Michalski as guests. Is Ryan Poles being too conservative in adding another pass rusher for the Chicago Bears? That's one of many topics discussed. For adults only!

Joe & Vinnie talk about the hot, then cold, then mediocre White Sox. With 3 games coming vs the Dodgers and another 3 versus Seattle, the schedule is getting TOUGH. Can this team compete in a weak division? How tough is it to lose Liam Hendriks for 2 weeks (or more)? Plus there's bonus hockey talk, Star Wars, Spiderverse, Diablo 4, Door County and plenty of other random conversation shenanigans to wrap the show. Don't miss it! Producer/Director: Joe Mandel Executive Producer: Aldo Gandia

Greg Gabriel talks: Bears defensive backs The team's pass rushing situation The Robert Tonyan/Cole Kmet partnership The Bears' stadium situation Gambling and more

Carl and Salim have their final episode as they gives their thoughts on Across The Spider-Verse.

Joe & Zim welcome Missy Carroll from SouthSide Behavior to talk about the rollercoaster that is the 2023 Chicago White Sox. Beers will be had, predictions will be made and most of all we're gonna have some fun! Are the Sox good again? How much can we drink in one show? Is Romy for real? Tune in for all these answers & more! Host/Director/Producer: Joe Mandel Executive Producer: Aldo Gandia

CHGO's Stephen Pridgeon-Garner joins us to discuss the Chicago Sky's start to the season. We talk the team's roster overhaul led by James Wade in the offseason, how they're building around Kahleah Copper, new acquisition Marina Mabrey, and where they'll end up finishing at the end of the season. We wrapped the episode with some Bulls talk on a possible new contract for NIkola Vucevic, an update on Lonzo Ball's future, and continued confusion about what exactly the Bulls can do this offseason to restore good vibes. 

The first 30 minutes are dedicated to Jason McKie. He talks coaching high school football, his new postgame reporting duties with ESPN and his thoughts on the Bears. The last 45 minutes, Greg Gabriel shares his thoughts on the best pass rushers in the 2024 NFL Draft, the team's current defensive line, and much more.

Vinnie welcomes fellow Barroom Network host Joe Mandel to the show to talk about the stench coming from the North & Southside dugouts. Why are the Sox and Cubs so bad? How good is Shohei Ohtani? Tune in for some quality baseball talk!

Evan and Mac share what they are learning from the Bears OTAs including reports that Justin Fields is mastering the playbook.  Additionally, they share thoughts on the NBA Finals, the Aaron Rodgers saga and Spiderman.

This is the show you need to get ready for the start of the Stanley Cup Finals which begins Saturday, June 3.

CHGO's Will Gottlieb joins us to discuss Zach LaVine's trade value and if this offseason is the Bulls last chance to get optimal value for their all-star. We all discuss the likelihood of a trade between the Blazers and Bulls, DeMar DeRozan's trade value, and Will's experience at the NBA Draft Lottery and Draft Combine. 

Vinnie welcomes SportsZone Chicago's Shawn Sierra to talk about the surging White Sox and all things Major League Baseball!