The Chicago Bulls Charge - A Podcast Devoted to Chicago Bulls, NBA, and Basketball Discussion

Brandon Pence - Chicago Bulls Charge
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The Chicago Bulls Charge is a podcast devoted to discussion, insight, and analysis of the Chicago Bulls, the NBA, college basketball, and basketball in general. The Chicago Bulls Charge was originally established in 2011 as a blog and continues on as a Chicago Bulls media site including videos, podcasts, and blogs on both our website and our social media channels. Like and subscribe for all the best Chicago Bulls and basketball insight and analysis.

Episodes

  1. MAY 12

    Basketball Hell: How Jerry Reinsdorf Turned the Chicago Bulls Into WWE Before Vince McMahon Left

    The Chicago Bulls are one of the NBA’s most iconic franchises — but why have they been stuck in mediocrity for nearly 30 years? In this episode, we break down how Jerry Reinsdorf transformed the Bulls into a global brand through the Michael Jordan dynasty while simultaneously creating the culture that has trapped the franchise in “basketball hell.” From avoiding the luxury tax to the failures of GarPax, the Jimmy Butler trade, Arturas Karnisovas, Marc Eversley, and the stale “Mid 3” era, Bulls fans have seen the same problems repeat themselves under different front offices for decades. We also compare the Bulls’ situation to WWE under Vince McMahon — another billionaire owner who built a worldwide empire before becoming the very thing holding it back. WWE only entered its current “Renaissance Era” after McMahon’s exit and Triple H took control. Could the Bulls need a similar reset before real change happens? Plus: Why Bulls fans no longer trust ownershipThe firing of Arturas Karnisovas & Marc EversleyBryson Graham’s hiring and whether it signals modernizationWhy the Bulls operate like a small-market teamNBA luxury tax issues & roster stagnationThe real reason Chicago remains mediocre despite massive revenueIf you're a Chicago Bulls fan, NBA fan, or someone interested in sports business, ownership culture, WWE, AEW, or franchise management, this episode dives deep into how legendary brands lose their edge. #ChicagoBulls #NBA #JerryReinsdorf #WWE #VinceMcMahon #MichaelJordan #JimmyButler #NBAPodcast #BullsNation #TripleH #AEW #SportsPodcast

    10 min

  2. 10/07/2025

    Micro Pod: The Chicago Bulls Are BACK!

    Hey! The Chicago Bulls play basketball tonight! The Bulls open their 2025 preseason against the Cleveland Cavaliers. In this micro pod, Brandon talks about what to expect tonight as the Bulls take the court, what he's watching, what the Eastern Conference looks like, realistic expectations for the Bulls this season, and what direction the franchise is heading. Follow The Chicago Bulls Charge on Spotify and all of our social media channels for the best Chicago Bulls content you can find!

    6 min

  3. 10/25/2023

    Questions About the 2023-2024 Chicago Bulls Season

    The Bulls Charge is BACK and Pence is here to talk about what he's watching for in the 2023-2024 Chicago Bulls season. Can the "Mid Three" develop better chemistry? Will the Bulls style of play change or was it all smoke and mirrors? Will the young Bulls have opportunity to show improvement? Is Patrick Williams really worth what he wants? Will the Bulls look to improve or sell at the trade deadline? Make sure to SUBSCRIBE on Spotify. Follow us on social media! X (@thebullscharge) Instagram (@thebullscharge) Facebook (bullscharge) YouTube

    9 min

  4. 07/03/2023

    The ISO: Zach LaVine Continues to Deceive Bulls Nation

    Brandon discusses why Zach LaVine isn't the player Bulls fans and management expect him to be and why the Bulls are stuck. YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram

    6 min

  5. 07/06/2020

    Episode 3 - CAN or KEEP Part 2 w/ See Red Fred

    CAN or KEEP continues with part 2 as Brandon is joined by See Red Fred of the Chicago Bullseye, BullsHQ, & the Waddle & Silvy Show.  They rip apart Jim Boylen, discuss Ryan Arcidiacano, Denzel Valentine, Wendell Carter Jr, Lauri Markkanen, and Zach LaVine.  Will they CAN (get rid of) or KEEP each guy?  Tune in to find out.

    55 min

  6. 06/09/2020

    Episode 2 - CAN or KEEP Part 1

    In episode 2 of the Chicago Bulls Charge Podcast, Brandon plays CAN or KEEP with the Chicago Bulls roster. Going player by player, he decides if the Bulls should CAN (get rid of) or KEEP that player.  Part 2 coming next week.

    30 min

  7. 04/13/2020

    Episode 1 - The Gar/Pax Era is Done

    In the first episode of "The Bulls Charge" podcast, Brandon is joined by Big Dave Watson of NBC Sports Chicago's "Bulls Outsiders" and co-host of BAWL on Bulls podcast.  They discuss the big day in Chicago Bulls news: Arturas Karnisovas' hiring is made official, Gar Forman is fired, and John Paxson has been reassigned as an advisor.  They also discuss the legacy of Gar/Pax, the future of Jim Boylen, the Bulls roster, and of course, Big Dave is given an opportunity to bash Brandon about "Black Panther" and his taste in James Bond films.

    41 min
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The Chicago Bulls Charge is a podcast devoted to discussion, insight, and analysis of the Chicago Bulls, the NBA, college basketball, and basketball in general. The Chicago Bulls Charge was originally established in 2011 as a blog and continues on as a Chicago Bulls media site including videos, podcasts, and blogs on both our website and our social media channels. Like and subscribe for all the best Chicago Bulls and basketball insight and analysis.

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