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Mike Tanier of Bleacher Report talks 2016 NFL Draft Apr 19, 2016

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We swear, only a week more of draft speculation, and Bleacher Report's Mike Tanier (@MikeTanier) joined Kevin to continue adding fuel to the fire of pre-draft talk. The guys discussed the media coverage of the draft (3:04), the 12 options for the Bears at No. 11 (10:17), the Ezekiel Elliott predicament (15:08), then talked about Mike's Johnny Manziel story (20:33) and wrapped up with the NFL schedule release (37:10). Kevin, John and Dan ended the show with "watchability" rankings, the best-to-worst Bears games on the schedule for 2016.
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Peter Schrager of Fox Sports talks 2016 NFL Draft Apr 12, 2016

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It's time to get (kind of) serious about the NFL Draft, which is two weeks away, so Peter Schrager of Fox Sports (@PSchrags) joins Kevin to discuss his favorite part of the pre-draft media hype (2:42), potential Bears prospects like Ronnie Stanley (6:49) and Ezekiel Elliott (12:02). He also gives us the national perspective of what the Bears are building (16:27) and his take on Jay Cutler. Following the interview, Kevin & John answer your Bears draft questions in a special podcast mailbag (24:05).
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Actor Desmin Borges talks FX's "You're the Worst", Chicago roots, & Bears Apr 05, 2016

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The CF Podcast goes Hollywood! Actor and Chicago native Desmin Borges (@desminborges), who plays Edgar on FX's "You're the Worst," joins the podcast to talk acting and Chicago. Borges gave us his 2016 Cubs prediction (5:35), then discussed what it's like to be a part of a unique comedy like You're the Worst (7:25). Desmin tells us about his upcoming off-Broadway play 'Crude,' (16:26) and then described his Chicago roots (18:49). Desmin and Kevin talk Bears, from Desmin's favorite Bears memories to being Jay Cutler's hype man on the podcast (30:42). The podcast wraps up with Desmin's Bears prediction for 2016, and then a look ahead to our Chicago Football draft content and upcoming podcasts.
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Marc Mariani, of the Chicago Bears, joins Chicago Football Mar 29, 2016

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The recently re-signed WR/returner Marc Mariani makes his return to the Chicago Football Podcast. He tells us about the process of deciding to come back to the Bears for 2016 (4:51), discusses the new touchback rules and how they may impact the kicking game (12:32), gives some insight on new Bears offensive coordinator Dowell Loggains (20:20), tells us his Final Four picks (30:10) and who's allowed to poke fun at Jay Cutler in the locker room.
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CBSSports.com's Tom Fornelli talks Bears, beats, & Fox Mar 22, 2016

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It's time to start talking NFL Draft, so CBSSports.com's Tom Fornelli (@TomFornelli) was the guest this week. A Bears fan, too, Tom talked with our Kevin Fishbain about the exits of Martellus Bennett and Shea McClellin (5:07) and then analyzed some of the Bears' options at No. 11 in terms of defensive linemen or offensive tackles. Tom also had some players for the Bears to target in the middle rounds. We also talked John Fox's media methods (21:00), Bears fans compared to other Chicago teams (27:30) and which Bears player Tom would like to have a beer with (30:37). The podcast concludes with a one-minute lightning round of non-football questions with new Bears ILB Danny Trevathan (37:32).
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Patrick Mannelly: Bears greatest long snapper Mar 16, 2016

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On this week's episode of the Chicago Football Podcast, former Bears long snapper Patrick Mannelly joins Kevin Fishbain to talk about how one determines the best long snapper of all time (4:00), what Warren Sapp did to him before a snap (7:30), the Bears' free-agent haul (11:45), Brian Urlacher's hair (28:00) and Kevin's fifth grade class (30:05). Kevin and Patrick also discuss the Bears' draft needs Pat's time as a midday host in Chicago, and Jay Cutler's hair.
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ChicagoFootball.com Podcast Ep. 22: Jarrett Payton Mar 03, 2016

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It's a new format at the Chicago Football Podcast with our post-Combine return. Kevin Fishbain recaps the Alshon Jeffery move and previews what's to come next week in free agency and then is joined by Jarrett Payton (@paytonsun. Jarrett talks about his experiences at the Combine (7:31), his high school soccer career (5:35) and who he thinks the Bears should take at No. 11 (11:01). Jarrett answers our 'Cutler 6-pack' of questions (21:27), discusses how he got into the media (26:36) and makes his case for players the Bears should sign next week.
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ChicagoFootball.com Bears Podcast [Ep. 121] Feb 03, 2016

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We're back for a special Super Bowl episode of the Chicago Football Podcast. Kevin and Arthur discuss the John Fox connection to both the Panthers and Broncos and then break down Sunday's matchup and the keys to the big game. Along with producers Dan Mott and John Sahly, the guys make their Super Bowl prop bet picks and analyze how long Lady Gaga's National Anthem will last. We conclude the show with our predictions for Super Bowl 50.
The ChicagoFootball.com Bears Podcast, presented by your Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana Chevy Dealers. For Bears news, analysis, and more, please visit ChicagoFootball.com
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ChicagoFootball.com Bears Podcast [Ep. 120] Jan 20, 2016

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The guys are back in studio and we had the full crew of Kevin, Arthur and Hub to go through the rest of the Bears' free agents. We did our best Ryan Pace impression and tried to guess who will be re-signed. Kevin and Arthur shifted gears to next week's Senior Bowl and previewed our draft coverage, then discussed conference championship weekend. Stay tuned for the guys' picks for Sunday's games, and Kevin makes his pitch for why NFL coaches should play more video games.
The ChicagoFootball.com Bears Podcast, presented by your Chicagoland & Northwest Indiana Chevy Dealers. For Bears news, analysis, and more, please visit ChicagoFootball.com
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Chicago Football Fantasy Podcast [Ep. 129] Jan 19, 2016

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We wrap up the 2015 fantasy football season with our year-end fantasy awards. Hosts John Sahly, JC Talon and Arthur Arkush also look ahead to the 2016 fantasy football season with some names to keep an eye on during the offseason.
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