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Dan Bernstein and Connor McKnight bring you fun, smart and compelling Chicago sports talk with great listener interaction. Jay Zawaski is the executive producer of the show, while Rick Camp is the associate producer. Follow the show on Twitter @Bernstein_McK.

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    • Oct 9, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Bernstein & McKnight Show podcast is a must-listen for sports fans, particularly those in the Chicago area. Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi provide an entertaining, informative, and often hilarious take on all things sports. The chemistry between the hosts is undeniable, and they have a knack for finding the perfect balance between insightful analysis and light-hearted banter.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the dynamic between Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi. They play off each other effortlessly, with their witty exchanges keeping listeners engaged throughout each episode. Additionally, their combined knowledge and expertise make for thoughtful discussions on a wide range of sports topics. Whether they are dissecting the latest game or delving into broader issues within the industry, Bernstein and Rahimi never fail to deliver compelling content.

    Another strong point of The Bernstein & McKnight Show podcast is its variety of segments and guests. From funny weekly bits to interviews with notable figures in the sports world, there is always something fresh and exciting to look forward to. The show's ability to seamlessly blend different elements keeps it engaging from start to finish.

    However, one drawback of this podcast can be its sporadic release schedule and occasional disorganization in terms of episode order. Some listeners have expressed frustration with episodes being released out of order or being cut off midway through. This can make it confusing to follow along, especially for those who rely solely on podcasts rather than live broadcasts.

    In conclusion, The Bernstein & McKnight Show podcast is a top-tier option for sports enthusiasts seeking an entertaining and informative listen. With its engaging hosts, diverse content, and occasional comedic twists, it offers a well-rounded experience that consistently delivers entertainment value. While there may be some minor issues with consistency in episode releases and organization, these do not detract significantly from the overall quality of this podcast.



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    Full Show — October 9, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 165:45


    Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote reacted to the Cubs keeping their season alive with a 4-3 win against the Brewers on Wednesday in Game 3 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field.

    Cubs survive Brewers in Game 3 of NLDS — can they do it again in Game 4? (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 40:58


    Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote opened their show by reacting to the Cubs keeping their season alive with a 4-3 win against the Brewers on Wednesday in Game 3 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field. Can the Cubs survive in Game 4 as well? Later, they opened up the phone lines to take Cubs calls from Score listeners.

    Ben Johnson is taking the Bears' run game struggles 'personally' (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 41:07


    In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote examined how Bears head coach Ben Johnson is taking the team's running game struggles "personally." After that, they discussed how Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson is using his mishap on the infamous "Fail Mary" play in Chicago's loss at Washington in 2024 as motivational fuel as he looks forward.

    5 On It & Clay Harbor talks Bears (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 41:47


    In the third hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor joined the show to discuss the latest Bears storylines and to preview their matchup against the Commanders on Monday Night Football.

    Danny Parkins talks blame for Cubs' shortcomings, Bears-Commanders (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 39:23


    In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote were joined by Fox Sports 1 host Danny Parkins to discuss the Cubs' issues as they trail 2-1 against the Brewers in the National League Division Series. He also previewed the upcoming Bears-Commanders game on Monday Night Football. Later, Rahimi and Grote discussed if Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong has unlocked something that could help the club if it advances to the NLCS.

    Transition: Late-afternoon playoff baseball at Wrigley Field can be challenging

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 20:16


    Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

    Did Pete Crow-Armstrong unlock something that could be useful if Cubs advance to NLCS?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 11:58


    Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed if Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong has unlocked something that could help the club if it advances to the NLCS.

    Clay Harbor: Bears' Theo Benedet deserves his opportunity at left tackle

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 10:29


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor to discuss the latest Bears storylines and to preview their matchup against the Commanders on Monday Night Football.

    Clay Harbor doesn't want to dwell on Bears' infamous 'Fail Mary' moment

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 11:38


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor to discuss the latest Bears storylines and to preview their matchup against the Commanders on Monday Night Football.

    Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson is using infamous 'Fail Mary' play as fuel

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 13:39


    Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed how Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson is using his mishap on the infamous “Fail Mary” play in Chicago's loss at Washington in 2024 as motivational fuel as he looks forward.

    Ben Johnson is taking the Bears' run game struggles 'personally'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 17:17


    Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote examined how Bears head coach Ben Johnson is taking the team's running game struggles "personally."

    Grote: Brewers' hitters are scary, their pitchers not so much

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 11:18


    Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed what does and doesn't scare them about the Milwaukee Brewers, who hold a 2-1 lead over the Cubs in the best-of-five National League Division Series.

    Cubs survive Brewers in Game 3 of NLDS

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 15:02


    Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed the Cubs keeping their season alive with a 4-3 win against the Brewers on Wednesday in Game 3 of the National League Division Series at Wrigley Field. Can the Cubs survive in Game 4 as well?

    Full Show — October 8, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 165:07


    Live from Gallagher Way, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote previewed the Cubs-Brewers matchup in Game 3 of their National League Division Series on Wednesday at Wrigley Field.

    Whom are you trusting to get the Cubs a win against Brewers in Game 3? (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 40:25


    Live from Gallagher Way, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by previewing the Cubs-Brewers matchup in Game 3 of their National League Division Series on Wednesday at Wrigley Field. Whom on the Cubs do you trust to lead the team to a victory in a must-win game?

    Mike Florio talks latest NFL storylines & Kyler Gordon is set to return for Bears (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 40:10


    In the second hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the latest NFL headlines. After that, Rahimi, Harris and Grote discussed Brewers first baseman Andrew Vaughn's resurgence in Milwaukee after his disappointing White Sox tenure. Later, they discussed the importance of Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon's impending return to action after he was sidelined by injury for the team's first four games.

    5 On It & Lance Brozdowski previews Game 3 of Cubs-Brewers (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 40:58


    In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, Marquee Sports Network analyst Lance Brozdowski joined the show to preview the Cubs-Brewers matchup in Game 3 of the National League Division Series on Wednesday at Wrigley Field.

    Ron Coomer previews Game 3 between Cubs, Brewers (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 43:33


    In the final hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer to preview Game 3 of the National League Division Series between Chicago and the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday at Wrigley Field. Later, Rahimi, Harris and Grote shared their predictions for Game 3.

    5 On It: Has it hit you yet that this could be Kyle Tucker's last game as a Cub?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 21:24


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment.

    Lance Brozdowski: Cubs pitchers are 'running on fumes' heading into Game 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 11:51


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Lance Brozdowski to preview the Cubs-Brewers matchup in Game 3 of the National League Division Series on Wednesday at Wrigley Field.

    Examining how the Brewers have maximized Andrew Vaugh's potential

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 14:29


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed Brewers first baseman Andrew Vaughn's resurgence in Milwaukee after his disappointing White Sox tenure.

    Mike Florio talks Mark Sanchez incident, Bill Belichick-UNC dysfunction

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 17:50


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the latest NFL headlines.

    Which Cubs pitchers are in your circle of trust for Game 3 of the NLDS?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 15:06


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared which Cubs pitchers they trust heading into a must-win Game 3 of the National League Division Series on Wednesday at Wrigley Field.

    Full Show — October 7, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 165:45


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reacted to the Cubs suffering a 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of their National League Division Series, which Chicago now trails 2-0.

    Did Craig Counsell get too cute in Cubs' loss to Brewers in Game 2 of NLDS? (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 40:20


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of their National League Division Series, which Chicago now trails 2-0. After that, they examined the Cubs' decision to start struggling left-hander Shota Imanaga before opening up the phone lines to Score callers, who sounded off on the loss.

    Callers sound off on Cubs & what do Bears need to improve most? (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 42:18


    In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris took calls from Score listeners who sounded off on the Cubs' 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of their National League Division Series. After that, Rahimi and Harris discussed what the Bears need to improve on most coming out of their bye week as they're off to a 2-2 start.

    5 On It & Russ Dorsey talks Cubs being on brink of elimination (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 44:49


    In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment, with a focus on the Cubs. After that, Dorsey discussed the Cubs falling behind 2-0 against the Brewers in their National League Division Series. How'd it all go wrong for the Cubs so quickly?

    Mark Grote shares a Bears report & we fire up the Meatball Machine (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 38:17


    In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Score reporter/host Mark Grote to share a Bears report live from practice. Later, they fired up the Meatball Machine to hear messages from Score listeners who were frustrated by the Cubs' 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of the National League Division Series.

    Transition: Cubs' loss to Brewers in Game 2 made Spiegel sad

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 18:11


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris welcomed on Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes for the daily transition segment.

    Meatball Machine: Score listeners sound off on Cubs' loss in Game 2 of NLDS

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 8:09


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris fired up the Meatball Machine to hear messages from Score listeners who were frustrated by the Cubs' 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of the National League Division Series.

    Russ Dorsey: Cubs' trade deadline moves were 'nowhere near enough'

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 9:27


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey to discuss the Cubs falling behind 2-0 against the Brewers in their National League Division Series. How'd it all go wrong for the Cubs so quickly?

    Why did Shota Imanaga start Game 2 of the NLDS with Cubs' playoff life on the line?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 13:29


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey to discuss the Cubs' decision to start struggling left-hander Shota Imanaga in their 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of their National League Division Series.

    What about the Bears needs to improve the most coming out of the bye week?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 13:58


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed what the Bears need to improve on most coming out of their bye week as they're off to a 2-2 start.

    Callers sound off: Middle of Cubs' lineup doesn't have Brewers' swagger

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 18:56


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris took calls from Score listeners who sounded off on the Cubs' 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of their National League Division Series.

    Did Craig Counsell get too cute in the Cubs' loss to the Brewers in Game 2?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 15:02


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed Cubs manager Craig Counsell's decisions in the team's 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of the National League Division Series.

    Examining Cubs' decision to start Shota Imanaga in Game 2 loss to Brewers

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 14:57


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris examined the Cubs' decision to start struggling left-hander Shota Imanaga in the team's 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of the National League Division Series. Imanaga allowed four runs in 2 2/3 innings.

    Full Show — October 6, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 167:54


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote broke down the Cubs' ugly 9-3 loss to the Brewers on Saturday in Game 1 of their National League Division Series. They also previewed Game 2, which is set for Monday night.

    Cubs were an absolute mess in a 9-3 loss to Brewers in Game 1 of NLDS

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 42:38


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by breaking down the Cubs' 9-3 loss to the Brewers on Saturday in Game 1 of their National League Division Series. They pondered whether the Cubs made the wrong decision to start left-hander Matthew Boyd on short rest. Later, they took calls from Score listeners who were frustrated by the Cubs' loss.

    Ryan Dempster talks Cubs & we share takeaways from Week 5 in NFL (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 42:15


    In the second hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Ryan Dempster to discuss the Cubs' 9-3 loss to the Brewers on Saturday in Game 1 of the National League Division Series. He also previewed Game 2, which will be Monday night in Milwaukee. After that, Rahimi, Harris and Grote shared their takeaways from a Bears-less Week 5 in the NFL.

    5 On It & Sahadev Sharma talks Cubs-Brewers (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 41:10


    In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of Cubs-related topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic joined the show to break down the Cubs' 9-3 loss to the Brewers on Saturday in Game 1 of their National League Division Series and to preview Game 2.

    Should Colin Rea be starting over Shota Imanaga in Game 2 of the NLDS? (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 41:48


    In the final hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed whether the Cubs have made the right decision in choosing left-hander Shota Imanaga to start Game 2 of the National League Division Series on Monday night. Should right-hander Colin Rea be getting the ball instead as the Cubs trail 1-0 in the series against the Brewers? After that, Ramie Makhlouf of The Fan in Milwaukee joined the show to discuss the Cubs-Brewers series.

    Meatball Machine | Cubs fans sound off on loss to Brewers in Game 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 5:31


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened up the Meatball Machine to hear messages from Cubs fans who were frustrated by the team's 9-3 loss to the Brewers on Saturday in Game 1 of the National League Division Series.

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