On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul explains why the Cubs must not extend Willson Contreras, and how keeping him can negatively affect their rebuild. Jon also catches up with Chris Boden, host of Blackhawks Live on WGN Radio, and sports reporter for WGN TV (22:45)! They discuss the Blackhawks’ big trades, and […]
NCAA Tournament
NIL and NCAA, David Samson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 7-2-21)
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 […]
White Sox’s Struggles, Greg Gumbel Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 5-6-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the White Sox’s recent struggles, and explains why their record indicates better times ahead. Jon also catches up with Greg Gumbel, NFL on CBS broadcaster and March Madness studio host (19:35)! They discuss the Bears’ draft haul, and take a look at Justin […]
Cubs Hitting Struggles, Professor Allen Sanderson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Cubs’ hitting struggles, and explains why it’s time to consider moving on from their trusty core. Jon also catches up with Professor Allen Sanderson, University of Chicago Professor, noted sports economist, and Chicago Life columnist (21:24)! They discuss the current NCAA Supreme […]
Cubs & White Sox Opening Weekend Update, Professor Allen Sanderson Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 4-6-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses MLB opening weekend, and breaks down the Cubs’ and White Sox’s first games of 2021. Jon also catches up with Professor Allen Sanderson, University of Chicago Professor, noted sports economist, and Chicago Life columnist (18:17)! They discuss the current NCAA Supreme Court showdown, […]
Extending Anthony Rizzo, Todd Fuhrman Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 4-1-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Anthony Rizzo extension talks, and explains why the Cubs are right in waiting to sign him. Jon also catches up with Todd Fuhrman, host of the Bet The Board Podcast, and sports gambling analyst for FOX Bet Live and CBS Sports (20:40)! They discuss […]
Bulls Trade Deadline Questions, Doug Gottlieb Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 3-25-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses the Bulls’ lingering roster questions ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline, and explains why they should look to deal Lauri Markkanen and Thaddeus Young. Jon also catches up with Doug Gottlieb, host of “The Doug Gottlieb Show” on FOX Sports Radio, and March […]
Loyola Takes Down Illinois, Randy Mueller Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 3-23-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses Loyola’s upset of Illinois in the NCAA Tournament, and analyzes their path to a National Championship. Jon also catches up with Randy Mueller, 2000 NFL Executive Of The Year, CEO of MuellerFootball.com, and host of the GM Football Podcast (17:30)! They discuss the […]
The Bears Are Imploding, Scott Merkin Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 3-19-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul addresses Andy Dalton’s status as the Bears’ starting quarterback, along with the Bills’ decision to sign Mitchell Trubisky. Jon also catches up with Scott Merkin, White Sox Beat Writer for MLB.com (25:15)! They discuss the latest from Spring Training in Arizona, and assess their […]
Cubs & White Sox Spring Training Updates, Dave Eanet Interview (Sports Talk Chicago / WCKG 3-9-21)
On today’s show, host Jon Zaghloul analyzes the latest from Cubs and White Sox camp, and previews what to expect for the upcoming MLB season. Jon also catches up with Dave Eanet, Sports Director at WGN Radio, and voice of Northwestern Athletics (20:23)! They discuss Northwestern’s chances in the Big […]