Dan Bernstein Unfiltered

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Dan Bernstein Unfiltered is where Chicago sports gets told straight — no filters, no filler. After nearly three decades on Chicago radio, Dan’s back with longtime executive producer Matt Abbatacola at his side, ready to break down the stories that actually matter.From the highs and lows of the Chicago Bears, Bulls, Cubs, White Sox, and Blackhawks to the biggest headlines across the sports world, nothing’s off-limits. Expect sharp takes, smart debate, and the kind of unflinching honesty Chicago fans have always known Dan for — with Matt chiming in when it counts.New episodes drop every weekday morning.

  1. 1 day ago

    Rome Odunze Raises Eyebrows with ‘New Normal’ Comment

    Dan Bernstein dives into whether Rome Odunze’s value as a top 10 pick has taken a hit after the wide receiver called his fully healed foot “his new normal.” 0:00 Rome Odunze 17:50 Topgolf 24:30 Elmo 34:40 FFF 1:10:00 DBU Picks Plus, we bring you the latest update on the Naperville Topgolf story, Elmo catches heat from Knicks fans on Twitter, and it’s Friday—so you know we’ve got another edition of Friday Feedback Friday, along with the DBU Picks to close it out. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1hr 13min

  2. 2 days ago

    Mayor Johnson's Chicago Bears Stadium Vision = Nothing.

    Dan Bernstein unpacks the latest twist in the Chicago Bears stadium saga after Mayor Brandon Johnson publicly outlined his vision for a new lakefront home downtown—Bernstein’s verdict: much ado about nothing. 0:00 Mayor Johnson 28:00 White Sox Fans 42:20 NBA Finals Game 1 51:30 Mummy Sourdough He also turns inward on his White Sox fandom, calling out the hollow satisfaction Sox fans are taking in the Cubs’ struggles as dumb and pointless. Plus, a look at the NBA Finals after New York steals Game 1 on the road in San Antonio, and a bizarre food-for-thought: would you try bread made from yeast discovered inside a 5,000-year-old mummy? Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    58 min

  3. 3 days ago

    The Chicago Bears’ Mixed Messages: Deception or Incompetence?

    Dan Bernstein breaks down the timeline surrounding the Bears’ stadium saga—focusing on the collapse of the Illinois PILOT megaproject deal and the team’s public statements along the way. He revisits a key question: have the Bears been misleading, intentionally or not? 0:00 Bears 27:00 Cubs 35:00 NBA 47:00 Topgolf - Naperville Time and again, the organization has insisted the decision is down to just two sites—Arlington Heights and Hammond, Indiana. But Chicago’s mayor continues to openly push the lakefront as a legitimate contender, offering a very different narrative. So what’s really going on? Are the Bears being deceptive, or is this simply dysfunction and mixed messaging? Who’s telling the truth—and why does it matter? Plus, the Cubs’ latest loss felt all too familiar offensively—but somehow different. The NBA Finals tip off tonight, and we highlight a feel-good story out of Naperville involving Topgolf. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1hr 4min

  4. 4 days ago

    How is Kevin Warren Still Employed?

    Dan Bernstein asks the question: How is Kevin Warren still employed by the Chicago Bears? With the damage done and the illusion fading fast, Dan breaks down why confidence in Warren is gone—and why the organization continues to stand by him. Where is George McCaskey? Where’s the accountability from the Bears' board? As the franchise stares down what could be the lowest point in its 106-year history, Dan lays out the frustration, the missteps, and what it all means for the future of the Chicago Bears. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1hr 15min

  5. 5 days ago

    Chicago Bears Left Empty-Handed: Breaking Down Kevin Warren’s Failure

    Dan Bernstein breaks down the collapse of the Chicago Bears' stadium efforts with Illinois lawmakers and doesn’t mince words—placing the bulk of the blame squarely on team president Kevin Warren. 0:00 Bears 20:50 Impact on White Sox 27:50 White Sox 39:00 NBA 50:00 Birds With the “megaprojects” bill failing to deliver, where do the Bears realistically go from here? Hammond, Indiana? Don’t count on it. Dan explores the viable paths forward to keep the Bears in Illinois—something George McCaskey has consistently said he wants—and what a workable deal could look like in the current political and economic climate. The ripple effects extend beyond Halas Hall. The White Sox were also counting on movement tied to the same legislative push, though at least the on-field product has been surprisingly entertaining this spring. Plus, a look ahead at what could become a familiar June scene for years to come: Victor Wembanyama making his first NBA Finals appearance—with the potential to dominate the league for the next decade. And in a moment straight out of Hitchcock, Dan recounts his unexpected run-in with an aggressive flock of birds. We wrap things up with DBU Picks, presented by MyBookie. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1hr 7min

  6. 29 May

    Who are the worst coaches in Chicago sports history?

    It's Friday here on Dan Bernstein Unfiltered so we bring you Friday Feedback Friday and this week's top 10 list is the 10 Worst Coaches in Chicago Sports History. We end with our Friday picks on DBU Picks 0:00 Stan Van Gundy 4:15 FFF 36:35 Top 10 List 1:08:22 DBU Picks Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1hr 13min

  7. 28 May

    Springfield Deal Nears Finish Line: Bears Stadium Momentum Builds

    Dan Bernstein breaks down the latest developments out of Springfield, where momentum is building toward a major MEGAPROJECTS deal that could clear the path for the Chicago Bears to build their new stadium in Arlington Heights. 0:00 Bears Stadium 11:40 Cubs and White Sox 23:00 NHL 31:15 SGA 40:00 Mitchell Robinson 53:20 Dogs and shotguns We also dive into the NHL playoffs (yes, we’re talking hockey), and take a closer look at one of the NBA’s biggest stars — just how often does Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) hit the floor during a Thunder game? Dan gets into The Knicks, including Mitchell Robinson’s mental health journey, and why it matters beyond basketball. Plus, we wrap things up with a wild (and slightly concerning) story about dogs accidentally firing guns — and why Dan isn’t laughing it off. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1hr 3min

  8. 27 May

    Chicago Bears Stadium Project: The Truth Behind the Headlines

    Dan Bernstein cuts through the noise and breaks down what’s really happening behind the headlines surrounding the Chicago Bears’ new stadium project—and how Illinois politics are shaping it all. 0:00 Bears Stadium 16:00 Kyle Busch 44:15 White Sox 48:00 Mayor and Pope We also bring a follow-up to the tragic Kyle Busch story, plus the latest White Sox news and notes you need to know. To wrap things up, Dan dives into Mayor Brandon Johnson’s visit to the Vatican—including the unique gift he plans to bring to the Chicago-native Pope now living in Italy. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈 ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀 ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    1hr 2min
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Dan Bernstein Unfiltered is where Chicago sports gets told straight — no filters, no filler. After nearly three decades on Chicago radio, Dan’s back with longtime executive producer Matt Abbatacola at his side, ready to break down the stories that actually matter.From the highs and lows of the Chicago Bears, Bulls, Cubs, White Sox, and Blackhawks to the biggest headlines across the sports world, nothing’s off-limits. Expect sharp takes, smart debate, and the kind of unflinching honesty Chicago fans have always known Dan for — with Matt chiming in when it counts.New episodes drop every weekday morning.

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  • Creator
    312 Sports
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    242
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