On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul talks with Mike North, sports radio legend and host on ESPN 1000, about Bears’ free agent signings, their 2023 expectations, his new podcast, and so much more! Tune in at 5pm Central on Thursdays to hear Sports Talk Chicago on AM 1230 WJOB and […]
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Bears Make Big Moves, Mike North Interview | Sports Talk Chicago 3-15-23
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down the Bears’ free agent signings, plus talks with sports radio legend Mike North about the state of the Bears, and their expectations for 2023. Tune in at 5pm Central on Thursdays to hear Sports Talk Chicago on AM 1230 WJOB and JED […]
Cubs Begin To Spend In Free Agency, Len Kasper Interview (Sports Talk Chicago 12-11-22)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down the Cubs’ signings of Cody Bellinger and Jameson Taillon, and explains what these moves mean for their 2023 playoff hopes! Jon also catches up with Len Kasper, radio voice of the Chicago White Sox, and founder of Sonic 45 (15:41)! They discuss […]
Bears Fall To Falcons, Tom Waddle Interview (Sports Talk Chicago 11-25-22)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul breaks down the Bears’ loss to Atlanta, and explains why “tanking” doesn’t explain their recent regression. Jon also catches up with Tom Waddle, host of Waddle and Silvy on ESPN 1000, and former Chicago Bears wide receiver (21:47)! They discuss the Bears’ 2022 season, Justin Fields’ progress, […]
Don’t Fire Tony La Russa, Mike North Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 6-18-22)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the widespread support for firing Tony La Russa, and why it does not make much sense. Jon also catches up with Mike North, sports radio pioneer, and host of The Odds Couple on ESPN 1000 (20:27)! They discussed the current state of the […]
Will Akiem Hicks Return To The Bears?, Pat Boyle Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-22-22)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Akiem Hicks reunion rumors, and explains why they are definitively false. Jon also catches up with Pat Boyle, host of Chicago Blackhawks coverage on NBC Sports Chicago and The Hockey Show on ESPN 1000 (16:47)! They discussed the Hawks’ tough 2021-22 season, and what […]
The Cubs’ Season Is Over, Dan Wiederer Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-7-22)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ tough start to the season, and explains what really led up to it. Jon also catches up with Dan Wiederer, Bears Beat Writer at the Chicago Tribune (21:25)! They discussed the Bears’ NFL Draft haul, and whether or not it will bolster the […]
Should The Bears Trade For DK Metcalf?, Scott Kaplan Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 3-25-22)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the most recent DK Metcalf trade rumors, and explains why the Bears should do everything they can to acquire him. Jon also catches up with Scott Kaplan, host The Mightier 1090/ESPN Los Angeles, and the founder of Sided.co (19:34)! They discuss the Chargers’ […]
EXCLUSIVE: Mike North Talks Mitch Trubisky, Bears Offseason, and More! (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 3-17-22)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul welcomes Mike North, host of The Odds Couple on ESPN 1000, and contributor to the Barroom Network, for the full show to break down the Steelers’ signing of Mitch Trubisky, the Bears’ trade of Khalil Mack, team expectations for 2022, and so much more! Remember to […]
Poles and Eberflus Speak Out, David Kaplan Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 3-6-22)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses recent comments from Matt Eberflus and Ryan Poles, plus explains why the Bears may end up keeping Allen Robinson. Jon also catches up with David Kaplan, host of Kap and J Hood on ESPN 1000, and The Football Aftershow on NBC Sports Chicago […]