Dan Bernstein Unfiltered

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The Most Unbelievable Headline of 2026 Jul 09, 2026

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Dan Bernstein kicks things off with one of the wildest stories of the year out of Indiana, where an alleged arsonist reportedly severed his own penis and used it to ignite a neighbor’s garage.

0:00 Story of the Year

20:45 Telemundo

32:00 Blackhawks

37:20 Pete Crow-Armstrong

From there, Dan praises Telemundo’s World Cup coverage as the best thing on television right now, discusses the news that Connor Bedard is expected to miss the start of the NHL season, and reveals his latest player comparison for Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong.

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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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PCA's Star Is Rising — Where Are the Sponsors? Jul 08, 2026

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Dan Bernstein dives into the rapidly growing star power of Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, wondering why more major brands haven’t already lined up to secure endorsement deals with one of baseball’s most marketable young players.

0:00 PCA

34:30 JD & MLB

55:00 Discounted Groceries

Dan argues that companies may be missing a golden opportunity to get in on the ground floor before PCA’s profile climbs even higher.

The conversation also turns to Major League Baseball as Bernstein shares his growing appreciation for Cubs television analyst Jim Deshaies and the value he brings to broadcasts. Plus, Dan weighs an unexpected question: is he overlooking a chance to save money by passing up discounted groceries? Tune in for baseball talk, media observations, and a few thoughts on bargain hunting.

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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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Favored. Home Crowd. Humiliated. USMNT Crushed 4-1 by Belgium Jul 07, 2026

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Dan Bernstein recaps the USMNT's disastrous 4-1 loss to Belgium in World Cup play, a performance so bad that one of the goals allowed had Dan laughing.

0:00 World Cup

31:20 Bears Stadium

43:30 Miguel Vargas

52:00 Hobbits & Dragons

Plus, new comments from the mayor of Hammond add another twist to the ongoing Bears stadium saga. Dan also gives a shoutout to White Sox slugger Miguel Vargas for earning his first All-Star selection. To close out the show, things take a turn into fantasy as the conversation shifts to hobbits, dragons, and everything in between.

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✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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The White House Fights for Folarin Balogun to Play Against Belgium Jul 06, 2026

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Dan Bernstein dives into the irony of the White House calling on FIFA to overturn Folarin Balogun’s red card just days after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against the administration’s effort to end birthright citizenship.

0:00 USA Soccer

18:20 MLB

33:00 John Smoltz

52:15 NBA

53:15 DBU Picks

Balogun, who was born in Brooklyn to Nigerian parents and raised primarily in London, suddenly finds himself at the center of a debate far bigger than soccer.

Later, Dan shares newly uncovered information about changes to MLB baseballs and how they may be affecting the game across the league this season. Plus, John Smoltz comes close to making a coherent point before completely losing the thread.

The NBA’s Summer League is underway, bringing plenty of storylines, standout performances, and reasons to overreact. Dan breaks down everything happening around the league before wrapping up the show with another edition of DBU Picks.

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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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Can the Chicago Cubs Stay Steady? Jul 02, 2026

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Dan Bernstein takes stock of the Cubs' roller-coaster season and asks the big question: Can they avoid falling back into the kind of prolonged slump that nearly derailed them this spring?

0:00 Cubs

28:00 NBA

34:45 The Onion

46:20 A Feel-Good Story

54:20 4th of July Warning

Dan knows the Cubs are capable of playing at a high level, but he also knows just how bad things can get when they're not at their best. The challenge now is finding consistency and making sure they don't revisit their lowest point of the season. Plus, Dan reacts to the latest major NBA news, discusses The Onion's takeover of Infowars, and delivers his annual Fourth of July warning.

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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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Pete Crow-Armstrong Joins Ruth and Gehrig: A Month for the History Books Jul 01, 2026

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Dan Bernstein breaks down Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic month and where it stands among the greatest stretches in MLB history.

0:00 Matt miller

21:45 Bulls

31:30 PCA

49:00 Gator Talk

He also reacts to the latest developments surrounding Matt Miller following his serious car accident. Plus, we revisit our wild Gator story with new updates and reactions.

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✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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Chicago White Sox: Don't Rush It Jun 30, 2026

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Dan Bernstein urges the White Sox to stay patient and let their young core develop organically, emphasizing the importance of learning what the organization truly has without disrupting the positive clubhouse vibe they’ve built. Rather than mortgaging the future for a one-year push that’s unlikely to end in a World Series, he advocates for trusting the process and continuing the natural progression of the roster.

0:00 White Sox

27:00 Cubs

40:00 NBA

51:30 Alligators

Dan also dives into NBA free agency, taking a look around the league with a particular focus on the Bulls and their offseason outlook. And finally, a simple lesson we can all take to heart: swimming in alligator-infested water is a very bad idea.

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Chicago Bears Play More Games / WNBA Leaves Caitlin Clark Out Jun 29, 2026

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Dan Bernstein breaks down the current state of the WNBA, questioning the league’s ongoing handling of its biggest star, Caitlin Clark, and urging leadership to align around maximizing the impact of the most important player the league has ever had.

0:00 Bears

19:20 WNBA

35:00 Chicago Baseball

40:45 Mel Brooks

49:00 Uncle Sam

He also dives into what he calls the Chicago Bears’ latest public bluff, staging a headline-grabbing photo op in Hammond with soil-testing equipment. Plus, it’s a great moment to be a Chicago baseball fan, Mel Brooks celebrates his 100th birthday, and Dan reacts to shady Uncle Sam character at the Great American Fair on the National Mall.

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TONIGHT: PCA vs Jacob Misiorowski + FFF & Top 10 WORST No. 1 NBA Draft Picks Jun 26, 2026

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The NL Central race heats up tonight as the Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers open a pivotal series with major playoff implications! Can Pete Crow-Armstrong (PCA) continue his MVP-caliber season, or will Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski shut down the Cubs' offense once again?

Misiorowski enters the matchup as one of baseball's most dominant pitchers, leading the majors with a sparkling 1.45 ERA and 138 strikeouts, making this one of the toughest challenges the Cubs have faced all season.

It's Friday, which means Dan Bernstein goes through your emails for Friday Feedback Friday & gives his Top 10 WORST No. 1 NBA Draft Picks.

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Illinois Plays the Long Game as the Chicago Bears Pretend to Exit for Indiana Jun 25, 2026

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Dan Bernstein dives into the latest twist in the Chicago Bears stadium saga, as Illinois lawmakers take a patient, wait-and-see approach. With no urgency from the state, any potential deal to build in Arlington Heights could now be pushed further into the summer. And if Indiana truly has a compelling offer on the table, it may be time for the Bears to pursue it and move things forward.

0:00 Bears

19:45 Minnesota Trade

23:00 Bulls

26:15 Micah Nori

37:05 MLB Baseballs

44:10 PGA

Plus, Dan recaps Night 2 of the NBA Draft for the Bulls, breaks down the blockbuster Minnesota Timberwolves trade, and questions Micah Nori's decision to sign with Portland. He also explores whether MLB baseballs are “juiced” and takes a look at the PGA’s new format that could add some much-needed excitement to the sport.

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