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Weekdays, 12–3 PM ET Chris Bleck and Adam Abdalla have been friends for nearly 20 years, first connecting in college and growing up together as producers and hosts on Chicago’s ESPN 1000. Their show possesses a natural chemistry – smart, fast and fun. It feels like two lifelong friends inviting you into the conversation.From breaking news to fearless takes, they mix insider knowledge with humor and an immersive approach, covering the NFL and the biggest viral sports moments, in the moment. With listener calls that literally keep fans at the center of the conversations and a strong digital presence, Bleck & Abdalla deliver a midday sports escape that’s as entertaining as it is connected. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bleck-abdalla/id1863793630 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50eAoYWPwECqw4wA2so6uQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BleckAndAbdallaShow

  1. vor 2 Tagen

    LeBron James is headed to the Philadelphia 76ers, why?

    As we take the air, the breaking news has finally come down that LeBron James is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers. This was clearly a basketball decision, was it the right one? Where do LeBron's other suitors like the Golden State Warriors go from here? Does James need to win a fifth title to be known as a greater player than Kobe Bryant? How will the 76ers other big acquisition, Jaylen Brown, handle sharing the spotlight with LeBron? What is the best all-time ranking James can finish his career as? Who is the best player on the new Philadelphia team: James, Brown, Joel Embiid or Tyrese Maxey? What should the title of LeBron's documentary being filmed be? James is taking a massive pay cut, should that be commended or mocked for ring chasing? The Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks and AFC Champion New England Patriots reported for training camp today. Bleck wants to discuss the greatest football moments in movies and hijinks ensue. Will Abdalla go to see The Odyssey this weekend? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. vor 3 Tagen

    Who in sports do you want to just go away?

    LSU coach Lane Kiffin spoke at SEC Media Days and somehow wound up talking about the late WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan, what is happening here? As LeBron James keeps us waiting, is he trying to find a way to team up with one of his former teammates: current Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving or current Washington Wizards forward Anthony Davis? New York Giants coach John Harbaugh gave his team a speech that's catching a lot of attention. The Las Vegas Raiders signed #1 pick Fernando Mendoza, will he be the team's starting quarterback week one? Jake Paul wants to play in the NFL, is he trolling? What is the ideal amount of teams in the College Football Playoff? Glen Powell is set to play New York Yankees legend Lou Gehrig in a biopic, the guys case their dream sports biopic. How much will The Odyssey drop in its second weekend? Can Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" become the all-time #1 song on the billboard charts? Will former Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill play again in the NFL? Who is under more pressure this season from last year's Super Bowl teams: the Seattle Seahawks or New England Patriots? Why is someone surfing on top of a train in Colorado, naked? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  3. vor 4 Tagen

    Can Bryce Young get the Carolina Panthers back to the playoffs?

    The Miami Heat posted, then deleted, a link for an introductory press conference of LeBron James rejoining the team. Was it a simple mistake or a sign that James is heading back to south beach? Our first NFL teams are reporting today, the Carolina Panthers and Arizona Cardinals. Is stealing soda at restaurants a real problem? Cleveland Browns quarterbacks Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders are training together before their competition, who has the edge? Is "The Odyssey" superfan Bleck excited for a new AI version? Will Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward be the NFL's breakout star of 2026? What should expectations be for Panthers quarterback Bryce Young this season? Does Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett deserve a new contract. NBA 2K announced San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will be this year's cover star. Should Pittsburgh Steelers fans be excited that quarterback Aaron Rodgers has reconciled with his family? New York Giants coach John Harbaugh commented on the failed backflip of his running back Cam Skattebo. Do the New England Patriots have the best young talent in the league in the NFL? With more talk about the College Football Playoff expanding to 24 teams, is the regular season about to be ruined? The World Cup final drew monster ratings, does it mean anything for the future of soccer in America? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  4. vor 5 Tagen

    The NFL season kicks off in 50 Days! 

    We're 50 days out from the kickoff of the NFL season, and we're talking... grass? Players are getting vocal about wanting to play on the same natural grass fields that World Cup action was played on. No news yet from LeBron James, as his agent Rich Paul has said James will not be rushed into making the choice of his next team. Today is our final day of 32 Teams in 32 Days with last year's Super Bowl participants. We begin with the New England Patriots, discussing how coach Mike Vrabel and quarterback Drake Maye will respond after losing the Super Bowl and offseason of controversy. Will the SEC actually break away from the NCAA? The Avengers Doomsday trailer dropped and we ask who currently in sports is Thor, Captain America and Ant-Man. We finish 32 Teams in 32 Days with the Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks, can quarterback Sam Darnold continue his play from late last season? Can the Houston Texans protect quarterback C.J. Stroud? How will the Philadelphia Eagles offense look under new coordinator Sean Mannion? What changes will new playcaller Davis Webb bring to the Denver Broncos offense? Can defensive lineman Dexter Lawrence help the Cincinnati Bengals defense turn around? Will the Las Vegas Raider give top pick Fernando Mendoza reps at quarterback with the first team? The Red Sox continue their winning streak, but Abdalla is here to pour more water on baseball's bleak future. What is the best version of french fries? Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has reconciled with his family, but the guys still have questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  5. vor 6 Tagen

    Ten Lessons Learned from the World Cup

    The World Cup has concluded after Spain's victory over Argentina, what did we learn from the tournament? Over the weekend, former New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady got into shenanigans with social media influencer and WWE superstar Logan Paul, what's going on here? We've made it to last year's final four teams of our 32 Questions in 32 Days, we lead off with the Los Angeles Rams and discussing their status as the NFL's newest super team. Can American soccer ride the momentum of the World Cup to become a more powerful team in the future? Was this year’s World Cup exceptional, good, okay or meh? The Oklahoma City Thunder traded Lu Dort, will it significantly alter their team. New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo fell while doing a backflip at Fanatics Fest, is he a lovable meathead or does new coach John Harbaugh have some work to do? Will The Odyssey be remembered as Christopher Nolan’s crown jewel, or will it be something else from his catalog? We continue 32 Questions in 32 Days with the Denver Broncos, wondering if quarterback Bo Nix's ankle will be healthy enough pick up where he left off in the playoffs. Nix and Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence were ranked in the NFL Top 100 above Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson? There is no update on LeBron James' future, which is causing DeMar DeRozan to wait on his new home. Rory McIlroy is not a fan of Bryson DeChambeau, would a feud be good for golf? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  6. 17. Juli

    A World... Cup of Soup Champion is crowned

    As we look ahead to Sunday's World Cup Final between Argentina and Spain, what will the long lasting impact of this year's tournament be here in America? Yesterday, we made our pre training camp playoff predictions, did we overlook a few teams like the Minnesota Vikings, Green Bay Packers and Kansas City Chiefs? We head to Western New York for today's first 32 Questions in 32 Days discussing if the Bills newly acquired receiver D.J. Moore. is the missing piece for Bills franchise quarterback Josh Allen. Bleck went to see The Odyssey last night, did it live up to his expectations? Which team is more desperate to add LeBron James: the Cleveland Cavaliers or Golden State Warriors? James was named Time Magazine's Athlete of the Century, is he deserving of the honor? Is Lionel Messi the key player to watch in Sunday's World Cup final? The Miami Heat introduced new star Giannis Antetokounmpo and compared him to franchise greats, will he live up to the expectations? Once James decides his new team, how will we find out? Can The Odyssey become Christopher Nolan's most successful non-Batman movie at the box office? Who are the guys looking most forward to during the World Cup halftime show: Madonna, Shakira, BTS or Justin Bieber? Our next 32 questions in 32 Days topic takes us to San Francisco where the guys discuss if receiver Mike Evans' addition will be enough for the 49ers to offset the absence of injured tight end George Kittle and expected loss of receiver Brandon Ayuk. How many first round draft picks would you be willing to trade for Allen or some of the other franchise quarterbacks around the NFL? Abdalla crowns a champion in the World... Cup of Soup. Our final team of the day for 32 questions in 32 Days is the Houston Texans, can quarterback C.J. Stroud return to the form of his rookie season? Adam Sandler just loves to hoop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  7. 16. Juli

    Argentinean comeback or choke job from England?

    Argentina is back in the World Cup Final, after yesterday's comeback against England led by Lionel Messi. How will they matchup with Spain in Sunday's final? Are the Golden State Warriors back in the lead to land LeBron James? We head to Philadelphia for today's first 32 Questions in 32 Days discussing if Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will improve now that receiver A.J. Brown is a member of the New England Patriots. As we enter baseball's second half, what trends can we learn from local viewing numbers? Sunday features the immovable object against the unstoppable force as Argentina's highest scoring offense faces the World Cup's stingiest defense in Spain, what will give? George Pickens will be playing this season for the Dallas Cowboys on the franchise tag, can he and fellow receiver CeeDee Lamb continue putting up big numbers? James did not announce his new team during an appearance in New York City, will it be another week before a decision? Our next 32 Questions in 32 Days goes to Duval County, will last year's second overall pick Travis Hunter play on defense, offense or both for the Jacksonville Jaguars? The guys make their NFL pre-camp playoff predictions with some interesting trends involving the Green Bay Packers, Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens among others. We finish today's 32 Questions in 32 Days in Chicago discussing if quarterback Caleb Williams can level up to MVP caliber. We take a look at reviews of Will Ferrell's new golf show, The Hawk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  8. 15. Juli

    Bleck and Abdalla’s Inaugural Westy Awards

    The MLB All-Star Game was last night, with Abdalla calling the event an abomination. In honor of the “Deadest Sports Day” of the year, we presented the inaugural Westy Awards recognizing categories including Best Interlocking Hands and Best New York Knicks Celebrity Fan. Today’s 32 Questions in 32 Days begins in Green Bay as we discuss when star pass rusher Micah Parsons will return to the Packers. LeBron James still hasn’t made a choice on his new team, with the Philadelphia 76ers reportedly putting on a full court press. Who is the best receiver in the NFL: Ja’marr Chase of the Cincinnati Bengals, Minnesota Vikings star Justin Jefferson, Super Bowl Champion Jaxon Smith-Njigba of the Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams stud Puka Nacua or Amon-Ra St. Brown of the Detroit Lions? After not registering a shot in France’s World Cup loss to Spain, what is Kylian Mbappé’s future outlook? Should Chicago fans get excited about White Sox #1 pick Roch Cholowsky? What is next for Norway’s mainstream breakout star Erling Haaland? Next up on 32 Questions in 32 Days, we discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers and if quarterback Aaron Rodgers and coach Mike McCarthy can recapture their magic from Green Bay. We continue the Westy Awards with categories including Best Fake Commercial, Best Escape Act and Best Way to Annoy Bleck and Abdalla. Josh Graham of Westwood One Sports Night joined the guys from ACC Media Days. We finish today’s 32 Questions in 32 Days with the Los Angeles Chargers discussing how quarterback Justin Herbert will mesh with new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. The guys make their predictions for today's England vs. Argentina match in the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Weekdays, 12–3 PM ET Chris Bleck and Adam Abdalla have been friends for nearly 20 years, first connecting in college and growing up together as producers and hosts on Chicago’s ESPN 1000. Their show possesses a natural chemistry – smart, fast and fun. It feels like two lifelong friends inviting you into the conversation.From breaking news to fearless takes, they mix insider knowledge with humor and an immersive approach, covering the NFL and the biggest viral sports moments, in the moment. With listener calls that literally keep fans at the center of the conversations and a strong digital presence, Bleck & Abdalla deliver a midday sports escape that’s as entertaining as it is connected. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bleck-abdalla/id1863793630 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/50eAoYWPwECqw4wA2so6uQ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BleckAndAbdallaShow

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    Cumulus Sports
  • Erstellt von
    Westwood One Sports
  • Jahre aktiv
    2025 - 2026
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    154
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