Cubs Season Preview, Bret Boone Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 4-8-22)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul previews the Cubs’ 2022 season, and explains why a playoff appearance is not out of the question. Jon also catches up with Bret Boone, 3-time MLB All-Star, 4-time Gold Glove Award winner, and host of The Boone Podcast (22:15)! They discuss Opening Day 2022, and the […]

Bears vs. Ravens Preview, Gordon Wittenmyer Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 11-21-21)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul previews the Bears’ matchup against Baltimore, and explains why it could end up being a tough game to watch. Jon also catches up with Gordon Wittenmyer, Cubs Insider at NBC Sports Chicago (16:08)! They discuss the 2021 Cubs season, and their decision to retool during […]

The Cubs Are Baseball’s New Surprise, Phil Rogers Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 9-8-21)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ recent seven-game win streak, and explains why their rebuild might be shorter than expected. Jon also catches up with Phil Rogers, national MLB writer for Forbes, and BBWAA member (20:15)! They discuss the Javier Baez booing incident, and his sharp regression since […]

The Bears’ True Controversy, Phil Rogers Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 9-4-21)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Bears’ latest roster cuts, and explains why the team’s quarterback controversy should be the least of their concerns. Jon also catches up with Phil Rogers, national MLB writer for Forbes, and BBWAA member (18:20)! They discuss the Javier Baez booing incident, and […]

Don’t Boo Mitch Trubisky, George Ofman Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-22-21)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul explains why fans should not boo Mitch Trubisky when he returns to face the Bears on Saturday. Jon also catches up with George Ofman, host of Tell Me A Story I Don’t Know (19:40)! They discuss the Bears’ offensive line issues, and when Justin […]

Move On, Cubs Fans, Scott Merkin Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 8-14-21)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the state of the Cubs post-trade deadline, and explains why it’s time to move on. Jon also catches up with Scott Merkin, White Sox Beat Writer for MLB.com (18:43)! They discuss the White Sox’s sweep over the Cubs, and its significance moving forward. They […]

Cubs Trade Deadline Approach, Mark Medina Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-29-21)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ trade deadline approach, and explains why they are making the right moves for the future. Jon also catches up with Mark Medina, national NBA Reporter for USA TODAY (18:12)! They discuss the Bucks’ NBA Finals win, and whether they are capable of repeating. […]

NIL and NCAA, David Samson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-2-21)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the NCAA’s new NIL policy, and explains what it means for the college sports landscape moving forward. Jon also catches up with David Samson, former Miami Marlins President and current host of Nothing Personal on the CBS Sports Podcast Network (17:24)! They discuss MLB’s sticky […]

The Cubs’ Season Is Over, Ryan Dempster Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-5-21)

Jon Zaghloul

On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ series loss to Milwaukee, and explains why it’s time to give up on their 2021 playoff prospects. Jon also catches up with Ryan Dempster, World Series Champion, All-Star pitcher, and host of Off The Mound on the Marquee Sports Network (22:00)! They further […]

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