Dan Bernstein Unfiltered

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Pritzker Sends Message to McCaskey / Chicago White Sox Stay Hot Jun 10, 2026

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Dan Bernstein breaks down the latest comments from Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker on the Chicago Bears’ stadium situation—and reads between the lines. To Dan, it sounds like a clear message to team chairman George McCaskey: get it together and figure it out.

0:00 JB Pritzker

26:20 White Sox

37:40 Main Sox TV Broadcast

42:45 Will Venable

51:30 NBA

Plus, excitement is building on the South Side as the White Sox notch another win, fueled by a rookie call-up who plays hero with a walk-off against one of the National League’s top teams.

And we set the stage for Game 4 of the NBA Finals as the series heats up

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✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀

✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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Chicago Cubs Will Make the Playoffs Jun 09, 2026

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Dan Bernstein welcomes Joe Sheehan for a wide-ranging baseball conversation centered on the Cubs’ outlook for 2026.

0:00 Introduction

2:15 Joe Sheehan

26:20 NBA

37:00 Brendan Sorsby

44:00 Rush

While expectations on the North Side may be tempered, Sheehan makes the case for optimism—projecting a playoff-caliber team fueled by a rebound in offensive production that could push the Cubs back into contention.

The show also recaps a thrilling Game 3 of the NBA Finals, where the Spurs delivered a statement win on the road at Madison Square Garden. With the victory, San Antonio cuts into the Knicks’ series lead, now trailing 2–1 in what’s shaping up to be a dramatic and tightly contested championship battle.

Off the court, the conversation turns to a controversial ruling from a Texas judge in the Brendan Sorsby case. Despite strong disagreement with the decision itself, the ultimate outcome leaves room for satisfaction, sparking a thoughtful discussion about fairness and process in sports-related legal matters.

Plus, a quick hit on the return of Rush to the touring stage—bringing iconic rock energy back to fans everywhere.

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✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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Remembering Stacey King Jun 08, 2026

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Dan Bernstein reflects on Stacey King and the lasting impact he’s had on generations of Chicago Bulls fans.

0:00 Stacey King

19:30 NBA

42:10 NBC Baseball

53:30 NHL

57:00 DBU Picks

Meanwhile, the NBA Finals continue tonight with Game 3 in New York, as the Knicks look to extend their 2–0 series lead over the Spurs. And regardless of the score, last night’s NBC baseball broadcast proved to be an absolute joy to watch.

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Rome Odunze Raises Eyebrows with ‘New Normal’ Comment Jun 05, 2026

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Dan Bernstein dives into whether Rome Odunze’s value as a top 10 pick has taken a hit after the wide receiver called his fully healed foot “his new normal.”

0:00 Rome Odunze

17:50 Topgolf

24:30 Elmo

34:40 FFF

1:10:00 DBU Picks

Plus, we bring you the latest update on the Naperville Topgolf story, Elmo catches heat from Knicks fans on Twitter, and it’s Friday—so you know we’ve got another edition of Friday Feedback Friday, along with the DBU Picks to close it out.

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✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️

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Mayor Johnson's Chicago Bears Stadium Vision = Nothing. Jun 04, 2026

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Dan Bernstein unpacks the latest twist in the Chicago Bears stadium saga after Mayor Brandon Johnson publicly outlined his vision for a new lakefront home downtown—Bernstein’s verdict: much ado about nothing.

0:00 Mayor Johnson

28:00 White Sox Fans

42:20 NBA Finals Game 1

51:30 Mummy Sourdough

He also turns inward on his White Sox fandom, calling out the hollow satisfaction Sox fans are taking in the Cubs’ struggles as dumb and pointless. Plus, a look at the NBA Finals after New York steals Game 1 on the road in San Antonio, and a bizarre food-for-thought: would you try bread made from yeast discovered inside a 5,000-year-old mummy?

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The Chicago Bears’ Mixed Messages: Deception or Incompetence? Jun 03, 2026

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Dan Bernstein breaks down the timeline surrounding the Bears’ stadium saga—focusing on the collapse of the Illinois PILOT megaproject deal and the team’s public statements along the way. He revisits a key question: have the Bears been misleading, intentionally or not?

0:00 Bears

27:00 Cubs

35:00 NBA

47:00 Topgolf - Naperville

Time and again, the organization has insisted the decision is down to just two sites—Arlington Heights and Hammond, Indiana. But Chicago’s mayor continues to openly push the lakefront as a legitimate contender, offering a very different narrative.

So what’s really going on? Are the Bears being deceptive, or is this simply dysfunction and mixed messaging? Who’s telling the truth—and why does it matter?

Plus, the Cubs’ latest loss felt all too familiar offensively—but somehow different. The NBA Finals tip off tonight, and we highlight a feel-good story out of Naperville involving Topgolf.

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How is Kevin Warren Still Employed? Jun 02, 2026

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Dan Bernstein asks the question: How is Kevin Warren still employed by the Chicago Bears?

With the damage done and the illusion fading fast, Dan breaks down why confidence in Warren is gone—and why the organization continues to stand by him. Where is George McCaskey? Where’s the accountability from the Bears' board?

As the franchise stares down what could be the lowest point in its 106-year history, Dan lays out the frustration, the missteps, and what it all means for the future of the Chicago Bears.

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Chicago Bears Left Empty-Handed: Breaking Down Kevin Warren’s Failure Jun 01, 2026

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Dan Bernstein breaks down the collapse of the Chicago Bears' stadium efforts with Illinois lawmakers and doesn’t mince words—placing the bulk of the blame squarely on team president Kevin Warren.

0:00 Bears

20:50 Impact on White Sox

27:50 White Sox

39:00 NBA

50:00 Birds

With the “megaprojects” bill failing to deliver, where do the Bears realistically go from here?

Hammond, Indiana? Don’t count on it. Dan explores the viable paths forward to keep the Bears in Illinois—something George McCaskey has consistently said he wants—and what a workable deal could look like in the current political and economic climate.

The ripple effects extend beyond Halas Hall. The White Sox were also counting on movement tied to the same legislative push, though at least the on-field product has been surprisingly entertaining this spring.

Plus, a look ahead at what could become a familiar June scene for years to come: Victor Wembanyama making his first NBA Finals appearance—with the potential to dominate the league for the next decade.

And in a moment straight out of Hitchcock, Dan recounts his unexpected run-in with an aggressive flock of birds.

We wrap things up with DBU Picks, presented by MyBookie.

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Who are the worst coaches in Chicago sports history? May 29, 2026

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It's Friday here on Dan Bernstein Unfiltered so we bring you Friday Feedback Friday and this week's top 10 list is the 10 Worst Coaches in Chicago Sports History. We end with our Friday picks on DBU Picks

0:00 Stan Van Gundy

4:15 FFF

36:35 Top 10 List

1:08:22 DBU Picks

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Springfield Deal Nears Finish Line: Bears Stadium Momentum Builds May 28, 2026

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Dan Bernstein breaks down the latest developments out of Springfield, where momentum is building toward a major MEGAPROJECTS deal that could clear the path for the Chicago Bears to build their new stadium in Arlington Heights.

0:00 Bears Stadium

11:40 Cubs and White Sox

23:00 NHL

31:15 SGA

40:00 Mitchell Robinson

53:20 Dogs and shotguns

We also dive into the NHL playoffs (yes, we’re talking hockey), and take a closer look at one of the NBA’s biggest stars — just how often does Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) hit the floor during a Thunder game?

Dan gets into The Knicks, including Mitchell Robinson’s mental health journey, and why it matters beyond basketball.

Plus, we wrap things up with a wild (and slightly concerning) story about dogs accidentally firing guns — and why Dan isn’t laughing it off.

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