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10/25 EP105: Herm Edwards Oct 25, 2024

In this episode ESPN Football Analyst Herm Edwards talks about coaching Jayden Daniels at ASU and his progression in the NFL with the Washington Commanders. How close is the race for Offensive Rookie of the Year with Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears? Why are they succeeding?

10/25 EP104: Bobby Engram Oct 25, 2024

Former Chicago Bears WR Bobby Engram is now coaching wide receivers with the Washington Commanders, he joins the podcast talking Jayden Daniels and Caleb Williams

9/29 EP 103: Rams vs Bears Sep 29, 2024

Chicago Bears look to get back to .500 in Sunday's matchup with the Rams. Sean McVay's team is banged up and without future HOF Aaron Donald but still poses problems for Caleb Williams and company. Jason Kinander previews the matchup.

9/21 EP 102: NFL QBs with Leigh Steinberg Sep 21, 2024

This episode feature Super Agent Leigh Steinberg, who has represented eight #1 overall draft picks in the NFL. From Steve Young to Troy Aikman to Kordell Stewart, Steinberg knows what it takes to be a successful QB in the NFL. What does he think of today's crop of young throwers? Steinberg gives us an in-depth analysis and an up close look at Chicago Bears QB Caleb Williams and why he thinks #18 will be a star in the NFL.

9/11 EP 101: COURTNEY CRONIN Sep 11, 2024

ESPN Chicago Bears and NFL Nation reporter joins the podcast to talk about Caleb Williams NFL debut and how the Bears can be better.

9/7 EP 100: Dave McGinnis Sep 07, 2024

Previews the Chicago Bears Opening game against the Tennessee Titans with former Bears LB Coach Dave McGinnis now a Titans analyst. The Caleb Williams era begins!

7/29 EP099: Steve McMichael Jul 29, 2024

Steve McMichael was a rebel WITH a cause. From South Texas to the Super Bowl winning '85 Chicago Bears and now the Hall of Fame. Steve McMichael and his wife Misty join this special episode.

7/29 EP098: Bears RB Khalil Herbert Jul 29, 2024

Chicago Bears open training camp with a roster full of talent on offense. RB Khalil Herbert joins the show to talk about the competition to make the roster and the expectations for the Chicago Bears 2024 season.

7/25 EP097 Caleb Williams Era Begins Jul 25, 2024

The Caleb Williams ERA begins with the Chicago Bears opening of Training Camp 2024. Peggy & Jason break down the expectations for the rookie QB and how the team has surrounded him with elite talent.

7/9 EP096 Bulls Draft Buzelis Jul 09, 2024

Peggy & Jason are back after a "graduation Hiatus" talking Chicago Bulls Draft and Matas Buzelis. The discussion revolves around the local Chicago area H.S. star's background, his family and his experience bypassing college to play in the G-League. Brewster Academy Coach Jason Smith coached Buzelis and gives an in depth breakdown of this "unicorn's" game.

3/12 EP095: Tom Thayer Mar 12, 2024

Episode 95 focuses on the Chicago Bears OffSeason heading into the NFL Draft. Bears Radio Analyst Tom Thayer breaks down the needs of this team and what should happen with Justin Fields.

12/29 EP094 Roschon Johnson Dec 31, 2023

Chicago Bears rookie Running back Roschon Johnson joins the show to chat "thunder & lightning" with Bijan Robinson at Texas and now sharing a backfield with Chicago Bears. Insights into his childhood goals and the College Football Playoff too!

11/13 EP093: Curtis Granderson Nov 14, 2023

The Hot Stove has fired up as Peggy & Jason talk about the Cubs hiring of Craig Counsell as their manager. 16 Season MLB Veteran Curtis Granderson joins the podcast talking about what it was like playing for Counsell in Milwaukee, what makes a Championship team, and his Chicago Baseball & Educational Academy.

10/20 EP092: Tyson Bagent Shepherd University Oct 20, 2023

9/19 EP091: Jim McMahon Sep 20, 2023

As the Chicago Bears continue to look for their franchise quarterback, the Punky QB Jim McMahon joins the podcast to talk about being a QB in Chicago, the hits he took in the NFL, pain management and addiction and how his Cannabis Brand helps him recover after life in the NFL.

8/14 EP90: Breaking down Bears Defense w/Rod Marinelli Aug 14, 2023

Friend of the Show, Rod Marinelli joins Peggy & Jason to break down the Bears defense under Matt Eberflus and new Pass Rusher Yannick Ngakoue.

7/27 EP089: Northwestern Hazing Scandal Jul 27, 2023

Northwestern Hazing Scandal has rocked College sports in the Summer of '23. Peggy & Jason go over the timeline of how an internal investigation went from suspending Head Football Coach Pat Fitzgerald to his firing and other sports athletes coming forward with accusations too. Attorneys who have filed lawsuits on behalf of former athletes join the conversation to give some details and suggestions on what may lie ahead.

6/28 EP088: NBA’s newest Twin's with Dave Leitao. Jun 28, 2023

Amen and Ausar Thompson made NBA History for twins getting drafted in the Top 5 of the NBA Draft 2023. Amen Thompson is going to the Houston Rockets, while his identical twin brother Ausar is headed to the Detroit Pistons. Overtime Elite Coach Dave Leitao joins the podcast to give first hand knowledge on the NBA’s newest Twin Towers.

6/8 EP087: Father’s Day Special with Justin Fields’ Dad, Pablo Fields Jun 08, 2023

The Sportscaster and Her Son Podcast, Episode 87 - “Father’s Day Special with Justin Fields’ Dad, Pablo Fields”. The Father of Chicago Bears QB1 Justin Fields makes a rare interview appearance on this episode and it’s worth the wait! Pablo Fields reminisces about Justin as a child, from crying during games to his growth as a professional football player. Mr. Fields shares some great stories of Justin growing up, how snapchat plays a part in their relationship, his football prowess and how difficult it is as a parent watching your son ‘go to battle’. Enjoy this wonderful Father’s Day episode of the podcast!

3/29 EP086: One Shining Moment Mar 29, 2023

One Shining Moment has never been more appropriate than the 2023 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Upsets galore. Brackets busted. Peggy & Jason talk to Princeton’s Caden Pierce about being one of the Cinderella’s on college basketball’s biggest stage.

1/20: Chris Zorich on New Bears CEO Kevin Warren Jan 21, 2023

Season 5 of the Podcast opens with the hiring of new Bears CEO Kevin Warren. His first client and friend, former Chicago Bears DT Chris Zorich joins the podcast giving great insight and background on the new Chicago Bears President & CEO.

11/23: Royals 2B Mike Massey on Pedro Grifol Nov 23, 2022

Who is the new White Sox Manager Pedro Grifol? Kansas City Royals 2B Mike Massey tells us. Massey was called up as a rookie to the Royals last season and had an up close view of the bench coach. Growing up in the Chicago area playing baseball at Brother Rice and University of Illinois, Massey is a White Sox fan and has some thoughts on the new manager meshing with the South Side team.

11/16: Bobby Douglass Nov 17, 2022

Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields continues to break NFL Rushing records. With each game the franchise record held by QB Bobby Douglass gets closer and closer. Fields is closing in 50 years after "Lefty" did it. Bobby Douglass joins the podcast to talk about how much the game has changed, what to do with a rushing QB and what he sees in Justin Fields. It's deja vue all over again!

11/2: Abuse in Sports Nov 02, 2022

“Abuse in Sports” - Episode 82 focuses on how to prevent and identify abusers in sports. From youth sports to summer camps, club teams and more predators lurk and groom young athletes. Judge Rosemarie Aquilina sentenced Larry Nasser to 120 years in prison for abusing 150 gymnasts. The honorable judge joins the Podcast along with Dr. Amy Saltzman a former Stanford gymnast and victim who created a program called “Spot a Spider” to help identify abusers in sports. Check out our website: www.thesportscasterandherson.com for important show notes on this topic.

10/16: NFL Spies on the Sidelines Oct 16, 2022

On this episode, “NFL SPIES ON THE SIDELINES” with author Kevin Bryant, a former Military officer who worked in the Department of Defense now unveils Espionage in the NFL and how coaches will go to great lengths to get an edge… even if its illegal!

10/3: White Sox Disaster 2022 with Chuck Garfien Oct 03, 2022

On this episode, Chuck Garfien, NBC Sports Chicago, joins the show and we discuss the White Sox 2022 season...

9/6: Rod Marinelli Sep 07, 2022

On this week's episode: Rod Marinelli, "The mentor of Matt Eberflus", joins the show to discuss the Bears upcoming season, H.I.T.S, and much more!

8/30: Bob Babich & Talking Bears Defense Aug 30, 2022

Former NFL Player & long time Coach Bob Babich joins Peggy Kusinski & Jason Kinander on this week's episode! Plus, we breakdown the Bears 4-3 defensive.

8/11: Adam Hoge & Adam Jahns Aug 11, 2022

For their debut episode on ESPN 1000, Peggy Kusinksi and Jason Kinander recap some of the stories from Bears Training camp. Plus, Adam Hoge & Adam Jahns of the Hoge & Jahns podcast join the show.

Bulls Draft Recap Aug 11, 2022

Title IX Anniversary Aug 11, 2022

Chris Berman Aug 11, 2022

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