Dan Bernstein Unfiltered

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Chicago Bears Stadium Project: The Truth Behind the Headlines May 27, 2026

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Dan Bernstein cuts through the noise and breaks down what’s really happening behind the headlines surrounding the Chicago Bears’ new stadium project—and how Illinois politics are shaping it all.

0:00 Bears Stadium

16:00 Kyle Busch

44:15 White Sox

48:00 Mayor and Pope

We also bring a follow-up to the tragic Kyle Busch story, plus the latest White Sox news and notes you need to know.

To wrap things up, Dan dives into Mayor Brandon Johnson’s visit to the Vatican—including the unique gift he plans to bring to the Chicago-native Pope now living in Italy.

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✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈

✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀

✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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Chicago Cubs: It's a SLUMP, not a COLLAPSE - Don't Panic. May 26, 2026

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Dan Bernstein has a clear message for Craig Counsell and the Chicago Cubs: don’t panic.

0:00 Cubs

15:30 NBA

28:00 Kyle Busch

46:40 Local Hunger

57:40 DBU Picks

Despite a brutal 9-game losing streak that’s knocked the Cubs out of first place, Bernstein urges patience and perspective as the season grinds on. Is this just a rough stretch, or something deeper?

We shift to the NBA Playoffs, where the Western Conference has delivered absolute fire. OKC and San Antonio have put on a show, while the Knicks sit and wait to see who earns the right to meet them in the Finals. We break down the matchups, the stars, and what’s next.

Plus, we react to the tragic death of Kyle Busch — a loss that raises serious questions about safety and prevention.

We wrap it all up with DBU Picks, giving you our best bets and insights.

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✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈

✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀

✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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"Shane's Meat" with Shane Riordan and Friday Feedback Friday May 22, 2026

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Dan Bernstein wraps up the week with a strong edition of Friday Feedback Friday and a visit from an old friend, Shane Riordan. The fellas catch up and talk grilling for the holiday weekend.

Plus, we have DBU Picks for Friday.

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✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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Chicago Bears: What's going on at Halas Hall? May 21, 2026

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Dan Bernstein: "The Bears have found a way to make something more difficult than it needs to be."

0:00 Chicago Bears

20:25 MLB

26:45 NBA

48:52 PCA

The vibes on the North Side are… not great. 😬 The Chicago Cubs are in a tailspin after a brutal 5-game losing skid, capped off by getting swept at home by the Milwaukee Brewers. What’s going wrong, and how concerned should fans be right now?

Meanwhile, on the South Side, the White Sox—yes, those White Sox—are suddenly… kind of interesting? With expectations low, they’re starting to give fans a reason to tune back in. Are they turning a corner, or is this just a temporary spark?

Plus, we have to talk hoops. The NBA Western Conference Finals are delivering some of the best basketball we’ve seen in years. Insane shot-making, elite matchups, and high drama—this series has everything.

And finally, a closer look at Pete Crow-Armstrong. The young Cubs outfielder clearly has the talent, but he looks like he might be pressing right now. Does he just need a day off to reset, or is there something deeper going on mentally?

All that and more—let’s get into it. 👇

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✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈

✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀

✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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SERIES RECAP: PCA and Chicago Cubs SWEPT AND EMBARRASSED by Brewers at Wrigley Field May 21, 2026

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The Chicago Cubs are officially in a slump after getting swept by the Brewers and dropping out of first place in the NL Central. Another costly defensive mistake from Pete Crow-Armstrong in the outfield added to a frustrating series as the Cubs continue to struggle on both sides of the ball.

In today’s episode, we break down what went wrong at Wrigley Field, the growing concerns with PCA mentally, the offense disappearing again, and what needs to change quickly before this skid gets even worse.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong pays the price May 20, 2026

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Dan Bernstein raises the big question: does anyone actually feel better now that Pete Crow-Armstrong has been fined by MLB following his interaction with a White Sox fan?

0:00 PCA

18:20 NBA

26:30 Cybertruck

42:15 Mel Brooks

52:00 The Spam Dog

Plus, Jason Kidd is out — so what does that mean for the Chicago Bulls’ coaching search?

And to wrap things up, we hit a wild mix of stories:

A bizarre Cybertruck incident

A legendary moment involving Mel Brooks

And of course… the Spam Dog returns

Don’t miss this jam-packed episode full of Chicago sports talk, controversy, and off-the-wall stories.

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✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈

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✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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A Message for Pete Crow-Armstrong May 19, 2026

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Dan Bernstein delivers a simple, direct message to PCA.

0:00 PCA

17:30 NBA

49:10 PGA

The Western Conference Finals matchup between OKC and San Antonio lived up to the hype, and Bernstein breaks down what stood out from the game.

After watching, he shares his latest thoughts on the Chicago Bulls and what their future could look like—starting with this year’s NBA Draft.

We wrap things up with a conversation about the PGA Championship

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✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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Pete Crow-Armstrong is becoming that Guy May 18, 2026

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Dan Bernstein floated the idea that PCA might be the most polarizing athlete in Chicago since…

0:00 PCA

19:40 MLB Notes

33:15 NBA

PCA doesn’t just play baseball—he performs. He leans into every moment, every reaction, every stare from the stands.

And that moment at Guaranteed Rate—yeah, “The Rate”—is a perfect example. You’ve got a White Sox fan celebrating her engagement party, just trying to have her moment, and then suddenly she’s part of the show because PCA inserts himself into it. Whether you think it’s hilarious or annoying probably says more about you than it does about him.

But here’s the thing: PCA knows exactly what he’s doing. This isn’t accidental. He understands the role. He embraces being the villain when it calls for it, especially on the South Side. And let’s be honest, baseball could use more of that.

Meanwhile, the NBA is down to its final four, and Bernstein dropped a pretty bold take: the real championship is the Western Conference series between Oklahoma City and San Antonio. Not the Finals—the West.

DraftKings shuts down its sportsbook at Wrigley Field as the gambling market starts to shift - it's easy to see why as the numbers explain it in the revenue.

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OFF THE IVY: Chicago Cubs lose BRUTALLY in extra innings to White Sox to drop third consecutive series May 18, 2026

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The Chicago Cubs dropped the weekend series to the White Sox and have now lost three consecutive series all thanks to the Cubs bullpen inability to keep the White Sox bats cold Sunday afternoon. Cubs lost 9-8 in extra innings after an Edgar Quero walk off 2-run homer. Michael Conforto gave the Cubs new life in the 9th inning with a 3-run homer to tie the game. They eventually took the lead in the 10th inning, but Ryan Rolison failed to close the game out.

In this episode, we break down what went wrong against the White Sox, the biggest concerns from the series, and whether this recent skid is just a rough patch or a sign of larger issues. We’ll also discuss what the Cubs need to do to get back on track as they come back to Wrigley Field to host the Brewers tonight.

Can the Cubs turn things around quickly, or should fans be worried about this downward trend?

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Montgomery Rising as Sox Welcome First-Place Chicago Cubs May 15, 2026

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Dan Bernstein gives some praise to the Chicago White Sox for capitalizing on a weak American League and playing legitimately solid baseball right now. The Sox sit just one game behind the first-place Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central and now get a big-city spotlight as they host the first-place Chicago Cubs for a weekend showdown.

0:00 White Sox

5:00 FFF

46:30 Top 10 List

1:05:00 DBU Picks

Colson Montgomery is starting to look like the real deal — and that matters in a big way for the White Sox future.

It’s Friday, which means Feedback Friday — we hear from you — plus Dan’s Top 10 list of MLB players who’ve suited up for both the White Sox and Cubs.

And as always, we close out the week with DBU Picks.

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