Dan Bernstein Unfiltered

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Chicago Cubs PBP broadcaster Alex Cohen on upcoming trade deadline, career and more Jul 23, 2026

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Chicago Cubs play-by-play broadcaster Alex Cohen stops by the show for an in-depth conversation about one of baseball's hottest teams.

Dan talks with him about, the Cubs' season and what's fueled their success, what to expect as the MLB trade deadline approaches, Alex's journey to the Cubs' broadcast booth, his experiences calling games and breaking into sports broadcasting, and some of his favorite moments from his career and what it's like covering baseball every day.

Whether you're a die-hard Cubs fan, a baseball junkie, or someone interested in sports media, this episode has something for you.

Also, Dan has news out of Springfield that's not related to the Bears, BUT actually impacts the Bears and the stadium story that keeps on giving, and Patrick Kane returns to Chicago

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Bernstein Blasts Chicago Cubs’ Weak Response to Viral Wrigley Incident Jul 22, 2026

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Dan Bernstein rips the Cubs for what he sees as a complete failure in their statement addressing the viral Wrigley Field incident in which a fan was caught on video slapping another fan in the back of the head for not standing during the national anthem.

0:00 Wrigley Field Anthem Incident

25:20 Rick Sutcliffe and PCA

39:00 Noah Schultz / White Sox

45:10 ESPN Layoffs

Plus, who put the idea in Rick Sutcliffe’s head that Pete Crow-Armstrong needs a break? Dan also explains why the White Sox should proceed as if top pitching prospect Noah Schultz is not MLB-ready — because right now, he isn’t. And to close the show, Dan weighs in on the latest round of layoffs at ESPN and what they mean for the sports media landscape.

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✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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No Reunion Needed: Leave Patrick Kane in the Past Jul 21, 2026

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Dan Bernstein explains why he believes the Blackhawks should avoid a Patrick Kane reunion, arguing that the franchise’s dynasty-era baggage — including scandals and organizational cover-ups — should remain in the past rather than be revisited.

0:00 Patrick Kane

23:30 Fan Confrontation at Wrigley

36:30 Roger Clemens

52:25 Taco Bell Lettuce

Plus, Dan reacts to a viral moment at Wrigley Field where an older Cubs fan slapped a younger fan for not standing during the national anthem, sparking debate about fan behavior and respect in public spaces.

Also on the show, Dan surprisingly offers praise for Roger Clemens (yes, really), breaks down Bryson DeChambeau’s bizarre threat to call the President after a self-inflicted rules violation, and asks the important question on everyone’s mind: is it finally safe to trust Taco Bell lettuce again?

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Theo Epstein Wins the Weekend Jul 20, 2026

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Dan Bernstein crowns the true GOAT of Chicago sports: Theo Epstein. Dan revisits the Cubs' 10-year World Series anniversary celebration, where Epstein stole the show by sporting a memorable "Twinkle Dee and Twinkle Dum" T-shirt.

0:00 Theo's Shirt

23:30 Chicago - World Cup

39:00 The Open Championship

46:00 Sam Presti - Thunder

50:20 The Odyssey

He also looks back at former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel's decision not to pursue World Cup matches for the city and what that choice means in hindsight. Later, the crew recaps the biggest moments from The Open Championship and reacts to the surprise winner, Ryan Fox—a golfer they admit wasn't exactly on their radar. To close out the show, Matt delivers his review of The Odyssey.

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Chicago Will Never Forgive Dan Bernstein for This Top 10 List Jul 17, 2026

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Dan Bernstein is ready to make some enemies. This week, he ranks the 10 worst Chicago All-Stars of his lifetime, taking aim at some fan favorites.

0:00 FFF

41:20 Top 10 List

Plus, it's Friday Feedback Friday, which means plenty of listener reactions, questions, and nonsense. This week's topics include Cyclops, the guy who set his own penis on fire, and an old friend asks, "Dan, what the crap?"

Controversial rankings, strong opinions, and the usual Friday chaos—it's all here.

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A Great Time to Be a Chicago Sports Fan Jul 16, 2026

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Dan Bernstein takes a moment to appreciate the big picture when it comes to the current state of Chicago sports.

0:00 Chicago Sports

15:00 Cubs Anniversary

42:30 The Odyssey

With the Cubs approaching the 10-year anniversary of their 2016 World Series championship, Dan reflects on why fans should enjoy this rare moment: all five major Chicago sports teams are either competing at a high level or boast exciting young stars who could shape the city's future.

Along the way, the conversation takes a few unexpected turns, including a discussion about The Odyssey and a look back at some famously bad TV shows that, despite their notoriety, neither of us ever got around to watching. It's a mix of sports, perspective, and pop culture that makes for a fun and wide-ranging episode.

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Why is Bruce Levine Apologizing? Jul 15, 2026

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Dan Bernstein reacts to the fallout from Bruce Levine’s mistaken tweet/text incident, questioning why a reporter should have to apologize for simply sharing a thought about the team he covers.

0:00 Bruce Levine

39:00 Cubs

46:20 Caleb Wilson

53:00 Olive Garden

Dan argues that if Levine owes anyone an apology, it’s not for using the names “Twinkle Dee” and “Twinkle Dum” in what should have remained a private conversation—it’s to the source within the organization who was inadvertently exposed. Later, Dan explains why he believes Caleb Wilson could become a special player for the Bulls and wraps up with a look at the return of Olive Garden’s wildly popular Pasta Pass.

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The Accidental Masterpiece of Chicago Baseball Twitter Jul 14, 2026

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Dan Bernstein celebrates one of the greatest mistakes in Chicago baseball social media history — because, let's be honest, we've all been there.

0:00 Bruce's tweet

22:00 Bryce Harper

46:30 Caleb Wilson

54:00 Dan can't trust himself

Bryce Harper has no one to blame but himself, and a look back at a rough night for the Bulls and Caleb Wilson that was somehow still a whole lot of fun.

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Caleb Wilson Makes His First Impression Jul 13, 2026

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Dan Bernstein couldn't stop thinking one thing while watching Caleb Wilson's NBA Summer League debut: he's a Chicago Bull.

0:00 Caleb Wilson

15:45 Replacing King

21:00 MLB Draft

33:10 World Cup

38:00 Lindsey Graham

42:00 Bison

55:20 DBU Picks

Dan shares his impressions of the rookie's first appearance and what it could mean for the future of the franchise. Plus, he weighs in on the possibility of replacing Stacey King on Bulls broadcasts, recaps the latest MLB Draft developments, and looks back at the Club World Cup quarterfinals ahead of this week's semifinal matchups. And one more piece of advice: avoid an angry, horny bison at all costs.

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Indiana Governor Mike Braun Has No Clue About the Chicago Bears' Future Jul 10, 2026

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Dan Bernstein unloads on Indiana Governor Mike Braun after his latest comments about the Bears and a potential move to Indiana, arguing the governor has no idea what he’s talking about.

0:00 Mike Braun

5:00 Norwegian Dan

11:00 FFF

48:00 Top 10 List

1:10:00 DBU Picks

Plus, it’s Friday, which means another edition of Friday Feedback Friday, where listeners weigh in on the week’s biggest topics. The show wraps with this week’s Top 10 List and DBU Picks.

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