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. hace 2 días

    Ben Johnson: The Right Coach at the Right Time

    Dan Bernstein examines why Year 2 is the true test for every NFL head coach. After an unexpected division title in his first season, Dan believes Ben Johnson understands that the honeymoon is over and that heightened expectations come with the job. 0:00 The Ben Johnson honeymoon is over 16:20 Sam Antonacci is a dirty player 23:30 How many arrests at Chicago baseball games since 2021? 34:45 Is Aaron Rodgers season over yet? 45:30 ESPN has abandoned journalism for marketing 52:00 Dan loves the USPS More importantly, he argues Johnson is prepared to embrace the pressure, navigate the challenges ahead, and lead the Bears to another level as the spotlight grows even brighter. Dan also sounds off on White Sox prospect Sam Antonacci, explaining why dirty play has no place in sports and why fans shouldn't celebrate players who cross that line. Plus, he reacts to a report detailing arrests at Cubs and White Sox games over the past five seasons and what the numbers say about the fan experience around Chicago baseball. Elsewhere, Dan explains why Aaron Rodgers' 2026 season is already becoming exhausting before it has even begun, takes ESPN to task for abandoning serious sports journalism in favor of marketing and promotion, and wraps up the show with unexpected praise for an institution that rarely gets the credit it deserves: the United States Postal Service. 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.

  2. hace 4 días

    Chicago White Sox have Renderings. Chicago Bears have Excuses.

    Dan Bernstein questions why the White Sox and future owner Justin Ishbia can unveil renderings and a vision for a new stadium development while the Bears, after owning the Arlington Heights property for five years, still can't show fans what a stadium project there might even look like. 0:00 The lack of money makes everything harder for the Bears 16:00 Lincoln-Way East high school students' racist behavior 39:00 Matt Suhey passed away at the age of 68 46:00 Congrats to Dan's dad on winning another club championship Dan argues it all comes down to money and wonders whether the McCaskeys simply lack the financial resources necessary to compete with the NFL's biggest players in 2026 and beyond. Later, Dan reacts to the troubling situation that unfolded at a high school football game between Lincoln-Way East and Homewood-Flossmoor over the weekend. The guys also remember former Bears fullback Matt Suhey following news of his passing, and Dan wraps things up by congratulating his father after another club golf championship victory. 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.

  3. 3 sep

    Diana Russini / Mike Vrabel - A Weak Investigation, an even Weaker Conclusion

    Dan Bernstein takes aim at The Athletic's five-month investigation into Dianna Russini's relationship with Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel, questioning both its process and its underwhelming conclusion. 0:00 The Athletic's investigation into Diana Russini 14:00 The Clippers face penalties from Adam Silver the NBA 31:30 Matt Campbell Penn State did something very dumb 45:00 Chicago Cubs bullpen is bad - news on Jacob Webb 48:00 Some positive news from MLB labor negotiations Dan explains why he found the reporting lacking, the findings unsatisfying, and the final product far less compelling than the hype surrounding it. Also on the show, the Los Angeles Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer faces significant consequences from the NBA, Penn State head coach Matt Campbell made a decision that Dan believes is never wise: inviting the vampires into your home, an update on Jacob Webb after last night's game, and some encouraging developments regarding MLB's ongoing labor negotiations. 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.

  4. 2 sep

    The Penn State Scandal Time can't Erase

    Dan Bernstein reflects on why the Jerry Sandusky scandal remains impossible to forget, revisiting the failures of Penn State leadership and the enduring questions surrounding Joe Paterno's role amid one of the darkest chapters in college sports history. 0:00 The Paterno Family Football Experience 31:45 Stan Kroenke shows what ownership in sports looks like 52:40 The Cubs bullpen is in crisis mode 59:50 Tommy Pham - welcome back to Chicago!! Prompted by the launch of the new Paterno Family Football Experience, Dan examines how Penn State and many of its supporters worked to shield the program's legacy while minimizing accountability for those who enabled Sandusky's abuse. Plus, Dan discusses how Stan Kroenke's approach with the Angels provides a modern example of what committed, hands-on ownership can look like in professional sports. Later, the focus shifts to the Cubs, where a bullpen meltdown has become a major concern as pressure mounts on Craig Counsell and Tommy Hottovy to find answers before it derails the club's postseason hopes. And finally, the Tommy Pham story takes another entertaining turn as the veteran outfielder reunites with the White Sox, adding another chapter to one of baseball's most colorful careers. 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.

  5. 1 sep

    The Chicago Bears' Success Isn't a One-Man Operation

    Dan Bernstein pushes back against the growing tendency among Bears fans to keep a running ledger between Ryan Poles and Ben Johnson, assigning every good decision to one and every bad decision to the other. 0:00 This isn't Ryan Poles vs. Ben Johnson 33:00 The Cubs keep adding to the record books 40:35 Why sign Tommy Pham? 55:20 The Red Sox sold out Heated Rivalry night in 48 hours 59:25 What does a real Wrigley Field "romance" look like? Dan explains why successful NFL organizations operate with a unified vision and why personnel decisions should be viewed through that lens. Plus, another unforgettable night for the Cubs as historic comparisons continue to pile up and records keep falling. Dan also weighs in on the White Sox's Tommy Pham trade and why he hopes it proves beneficial for the organization. Elsewhere, the Red Sox delivered a memorable "Heated Rivalry Night" at Fenway Park, and the Cubs are getting into the entertainment business with a TikTok rom-com. Dan shares what it would take for the team to authentically capture the unique romance of Wrigley Field. 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.

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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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