Dan Bernstein Unfiltered

Dan Bernstein Unfiltered is where Chicago sports gets told straight — no filters, no filler. After nearly three decades on Chicago radio, Dan’s back with longtime executive producer Matt Abbatacola at his side, ready to break down the stories that actually matter.From the highs and lows of the Chicago Bears , Bulls , Cubs , White Sox , and Blackhawks to the biggest headlines across the sports world, nothing’s off-limits. Expect sharp takes, smart debate, and the kind of unflinching honesty Chicago fans have always known Dan for — with Matt chiming in when it counts.New episodes drop every weekday morning.

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  The Chicago Bears Needed This Reality Check Against the Bengals

  Aug 21, 20261 hour

  Dan Bernstein looks back at the Bears' joint practice with the Bengals. While there were positive moments on both sides of the ball, it was largely a rough day for Ben Johnson's team, and Dan believes that's exactly what this group needed. 0:00 Why a rough practice for the Chicago Bears was important 3:30 Friday Feedback Friday - your emails and messages this week 39:30 Top 10 favorite non-Chicago MLB players With the offensive line getting a much-needed wake-up call, the struggles could prove beneficial in the long run. Plus, it's Friday, which means another edition of Friday Feedback Friday. Dan wraps up the show by counting down his top 10 favorite MLB players of all time who never played in Chicago. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Reading Between the Lines: Is Dansby Swanson Finished for 2026?

  Aug 20, 202654 min

  Dan Bernstein connects the dots on the Cubs' handling of Dansby Swanson's injury and explains why he believes there's a real possibility Swanson could be done for the season, regardless of the team's public comments. 0:00 Is Dansby Swanson Out for the Season? 18:25 The main instigator in the Cubs/Sox brawl was identified 22:30 The Chicago White Sox have wrapped up the AL Central 24:30 Why the Chicago Bears starters will not play on Saturday 30:00 The LIV Golf collapse is a bankruptcy 37:30 Why is NW Indiana still out of power? 42:20 There's a new cancer drug that could change everything 48:00 Dan's done with the new season of Ted Lasso Dan also revisits the ugly Cubs-White Sox fan fight at Wrigley Field after one of the key individuals involved was identified. Plus, Dan is making a bold baseball prediction: the White Sox have already wrapped up the AL Central. He also explains why Bears fans shouldn't expect to see the team's starters on the field against the Bengals this Saturday. Elsewhere, Dan follows up on the ongoing LIV Golf saga and argues its latest chapter can be summed up in one word: bankruptcy. He also asks why residents in Northwest Indiana are still dealing with power outages more than a week after a massive storm system rolled through the region. To close the show, Dan highlights a promising new cancer treatment that could be a game changer and shares why he's completely out on the new season of Ted Lasso... unless it's strictly for hate-watching purposes. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Alex Bregman Walks It Off - Wrigley Crowd Enjoys Rain Delay Without Fighting

  Aug 19, 202658 min

  Dan Bernstein celebrates the scene at Wrigley Field, where just one night after a massive bleacher brawl, an 88-minute rain delay brought Cubs and White Sox fans together through singalongs, chants, and a loud chorus of "Green Bay Sucks." 0:00 Cubs / Sox Game 8:30 Rain Delay 11:10 NFL Watch Party 17:30 Padres Coach 27:15 NASCAR in Chicago 37:00 LIV Golf 44:30 PCA MVP Plus, don't miss the 312 Sports NFL Watch Party on September 9. Dan explores whether all roads continue to lead back to Pete Crow-Armstrong, discusses why the Padres need to do more for a minor league coach detained by ICE, reacts to the end of NASCAR's Chicago street race, provides an update on the latest LIV Golf developments, and examines PCA's growing case in the National League MVP race. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  An Instant Classic: Chicago Cubs-White Sox Deliver a Night to Remember

  Aug 18, 202659 min

  Dan Bernstein recaps an instant Chicago baseball classic between the Cubs and White Sox, a game that delivered everything from late drama to standout performances.  0:00 Cubs / White Sox 34:30 NFL Fan Base 45:00 LIV Golf 48:45 The Enhanced Games Pete Crow-Armstrong was the headline story, but the night's twists, turns, and memorable moments made it one of the best games of an already fantastic 2026 Chicago baseball season. Then, Dan dives into a spirited debate over which NFL fan base is the most passionate and loyal. He wraps up the show with the latest sports business headlines, including developments involving LIV Golf and the controversial Enhanced Games. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT  Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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  Could the NFL Force George McCaskey to Sell the Bears?

  Aug 17, 202653 min

  Dan Bernstein discusses the development that has emerged: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has reportedly met with Illinois lawmakers to discuss the team's stadium situation. If the Bears insist their focus remains on a potential move to Hammond, Indiana, why is the commissioner getting involved now? 0:00 Bears 29:45 Swanson 33:45 White Sox 38:00 Jeter and the Bears 43:30 NFL Social Media Campaign Bernstein breaks down what Goodell's involvement could mean and whether it signals a major shift in the franchise's long-running stadium saga. Plus, the Cubs may have suffered a significant setback as shortstop Dansby Swanson exited their game against the Cardinals with a possible oblique injury. The White Sox, meanwhile, continued their impressive run by sweeping the Tigers in Detroit and all but locking up their division. And finally, why is the NFL leaning into a social media campaign featuring players and their wives and girlfriends? Dan examines the league's latest marketing strategy and whether it's connecting with fans or missing the mark. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to... ✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered ✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast ✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast ✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️ All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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