Carmen and Jurko

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9/22 10AM: Frank Caliendo Cracks Up the Studio Sep 22, 2026

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Carmen and Jurko welcome Frank Caliendo into the studio for a hilarious visit ahead of his Chicago Improv shows in Schaumburg. Frank tells stories about John Madden, Charles Barkley, Jon Gruden, Tom Brady, Greg Olsen and why he stayed away from helping AI copy famous voices. He also shares a behind-the-scenes story from an upcoming Netflix appearance with Oscar Isaac, Alec Baldwin and Vincent D’Onofrio. After Frank, the guys play Tyson Bagent trivia and look back at the Bears roster from Bagent’s last start in 2023, showing just how much has changed around Chicago’s offense. The Brunch Rush hits Bears power rankings, Michael Penix returning against the Packers, Caleb Williams’ hamstring status, the White Sox playoff chase, PCA’s MVP push, Miguel Vargas’ big week and Alex Bregman’s scary foul-ball injury.

9/22 9AM: Rallying Around Caleb Sep 22, 2026

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Carmen and Jurko start turning the page to Bears-Eagles while reacting to the online jokes about Caleb Williams’ hamstring injury. The guys defend Caleb’s toughness, discuss how scary hamstring injuries can feel in the moment and debate whether the Bears should even consider playing him Monday night if he does not practice. They also revisit Jaxson Dart’s knee injury, Jameis Winston’s rough Monday night performance and the importance of Tyson Bagent being ready if Caleb misses time. The hour digs back into the Bears’ final offensive sequence against the Vikings, with Ben Johnson saying the last three plays had chances but were not executed properly. Carmen and Jurko also question Colston Loveland’s usage, preview the Eagles defense and take calls on whether Ben Johnson can help the Bears survive with a backup quarterback.

9/21 11AM: BREAKING: Ben Johnson Joins, Caleb Dodges Disaster Sep 21, 2026

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Carmen and Jurko react to breaking news that Caleb Williams avoided a major hamstring injury after leaving the Bears’ 9-3 loss to the Vikings. The guys discuss why Chicago may not be ruling him out for next Monday against the Eagles, while still expecting the Bears to prepare for the possibility of Tyson Bagent starting. Ben Johnson joins Jeff Joniak on the Coaches Show to review the offensive struggles, Brian Flores’ pressure, the red-zone failures, Caleb’s status, Bagent’s confidence and the defense keeping the Bears in the game. Carmen and Jurko also question why Colston Loveland was not more involved, why the Bears looked reactionary on offense and how Philadelphia’s offensive line may give Chicago a chance next week. The hour closes with Will Compton’s comments on Caleb’s injury reaction, more Bears calls and a final reset on where the team stands after a frustrating Week 2.

9/21 10AM: Bears Pressure Problems & Bregman Scare Sep 21, 2026

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Carmen and Jurko keep breaking down the Bears’ ugly 9-3 loss to the Vikings, with Brian Flores’ pressure packages overwhelming Caleb Williams and Tyson Bagent all afternoon. The guys discuss the blocked field goal, Cairo Santos’ operation time, Ben Johnson’s rough day as a play caller and why Colston Loveland still has not been featured in the passing game. They also look ahead to the Eagles, with Tyson Bagent likely needed if Caleb’s hamstring injury keeps him out next Monday night. The Brunch Rush covers the Cover 5 contest, Alex Bregman’s scary foul-ball injury, the Cubs and White Sox both winning and the Sox still pushing toward October. The hour closes with brutal college football bad beats, Northwestern blasting Colorado and one more reset of where the Bears stand after Week 2.

9/21 9AM: Bears Offense Crashes Back to Earth + Caleb Williams Injury Sep 21, 2026

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Carmen and Jurko open Bears Monday after a brutal 9-3 loss to the Vikings at Soldier Field. The guys react to Caleb Williams’ hamstring injury, the early optimism that it may not be catastrophic and the possibility that Tyson Bagent could start against the Eagles next Monday night. They also break down how the Bears went from 59 points in Week 1 to zero touchdowns in Week 2, with penalties, red-zone failures, a blocked field goal, a costly fumble and a rough day from the offensive line. Brian Flores’ defense overwhelmed Chicago with pressure, while Dallas Turner and Jalen Redmond caused major problems and left Ben Johnson’s offense searching for answers. The hour also covers the rotating left tackles, Sam Roush’s struggles, Colston Loveland’s usage, the Throw-mometer backlash and an attempt to smash away the Madden curse.

9/18 11AM: Todd Furman’s Week 2 Betting Guide Sep 18, 2026

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Carmen and Jurko go to Las Vegas with Todd Furman for a full Week 2 betting preview after the Bills opened the week with an impressive win over the Lions. Todd breaks down Bears-Vikings, the movement on the total, Ben Johnson’s history against Brian Flores and why Colston Loveland could be more involved on Sunday. He also gives NFL and college football angles on Steelers-Patriots, Bengals-Texans, Jaguars-Broncos, LSU-Ole Miss, Chiefs-Colts, Stanford-Duke and Akron-Minnesota. Later, the guys revisit Jack’s No Country for Old Men review, promote Chicago’s College Tailgate, and check in on the Throw-mometer as Caleb Williams chases the first 4,000-yard passing season in Bears history. The hour closes with White Sox playoff-race talk, Grant Taylor’s seven-out save, Jurko’s golf league comeback story and final Bears-Vikings score predictions.

9/18 10AM: Jason McKie & Jurko’s Keys To a Bears Win vs. Vikings Sep 18, 2026

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Carmen and Jurko keep Dr. Pepper Bears Friday rolling with Jason McKie, who previews Bears-Vikings and explains why every divisional game deserves a playoff mindset. McKie breaks down how Ben Johnson has handled Brian Flores’ pressure looks, why the Bears’ run game has been so effective and why the defense still needs more pressure up front against Carson Wentz. Jurko then delivers his Keys to the Game, including better communication against Minnesota’s blitzes, fewer penalties, more takeaways, cleaner tackling and improved cornerback play. The Brunch Rush hits Ben Johnson’s comments on Jalen Johnson and Tyrique Stevenson, and whether fans should trust the Bears defense, Sox starting pitching or Cubs bullpen the most. The hour closes with trade-deadline talk around Ryan Poles, Jack’s review of No Country for Old Men and we get Mike North’s bonus plays for Week 2.

9/18 9AM: Introducing... the "Throw-mometer"! & Bears-Vikings Setup Sep 18, 2026

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Carmen and Jurko open a Dr. Pepper Bears Friday by reacting to the Bills’ Week 2 win over the Lions, Josh Allen’s incredible start and Buffalo’s brand-new stadium. The guys also review the Barenaked Ladies’ Canadian national anthem before unveiling the Throw-mometer, which will track Caleb Williams’ push toward the first 4,000-yard passing season in Bears history. They preview Bears-Vikings with Kyler Murray still working through concussion protocol, Darnell Wright trending in the right direction and Brian Flores waiting for Ben Johnson’s offense. The hour also hits the Cubs’ possible playoff clinch, the White Sox’s massive win over Detroit, Munetaka Murakami’s three-run homer and Miguel Vargas’ clutch late-game defense. Carmen and Jurko close by looking at the White Sox’s playoff math and why Sunday’s divisional matchup already matters.

9/17 11AM: Carmen's White Sox Prayer! Sep 17, 2026

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Tommy Pham saved the Sox season... for two innings. Carmen takes over Jurko's prayer and prays for the Sox 11:20AM - PCA and Bregman carrying Cubs offense! Hannah rips on AOC for betting a PCA home run. Carmen vs Jurko Trivia: Bills themed! Ahead of the Bills game vs the Lions tonight, Jack quizzes the guys on their "bills" knowledge.

9/17 10AM: Jeff Joniak Sep 17, 2026

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Jeff Joniak joins the guys to talk about the Bears Week 1 win in Carolina and the look ahead to the home opener vs the Vikings! Paulie Cheesecake gives his NFL picks! Plus, the guys play a Counsell audio talking about PCA's MVP season after two more home runs last night! The guys also do The Brunch Rush, highlighting Lane Kiffin and Ben Johnson. Who is to blame for Sox slump?

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