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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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    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 — November 13, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 168:42


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' progress and welcomed on Fox Sports reporter Carmen Vitali to discuss the NFC North outlook.

    Caleb Williams has made strides in his processing (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 40:45


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by reacting to Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' recent comments about his processing ability in making reads. After that, they discussed Williams' leadership. Later, they wondered if the Cubs learned any lessons from the trade deadline this past season.

    Scott Boras unveiled new puns & Paul Charchian shares fantasy football advice (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 41:33


    In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the latest MLB storylines coming out of the GM Meetings and chuckled at super-agent Scott Boras' newly unveiled puns during his annual media session at the event. After that, fantasy football expert Paul Charchian joined the show to preview the Bears-Vikings game Sunday and to share advice for Week 11. Later, Rahimi and Harris held the Halftime segment.

    5 On It & Jarrett Payton talks Caleb Williams' heroics in clutch moments (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 42:46


    In the third hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton joined the show to discuss the latest Bears storylines, with a focus on quarterback Caleb Williams' heroics in crunch time. Later, Rahimi and Harris listened and reacted to Bears offensive coordinator Declan Doyle's comments about how quarterback Caleb Williams is improving in progressing through his reads.

    Carmen Vitali talks Caleb Williams, Bears & NFC North (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 43:37


    In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Fox Sports reporter Carmen Vitali to discuss the latest Bears storylines and the NFC North outlook.

    Transition: Tales of celebrity encounters

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 14:29


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

    Carmen Vitali previews Ben Johnson-Brian Flores chess match

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 15:33


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Fox Sports reporter Carmen Vitali to preview the Bears-Vikings game Sunday.

    Jarrett Payton talks Bears' belief in themselves showing up on the field

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 12:51


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton to discuss the latest Bears storylines, with a focus on quarterback Caleb Williams' heroics in crunch time.

    5 On It: How much do you fear Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 18:37


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

    Caleb Williams suggests he gets through his reads too fast

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 14:27


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reacted to Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' recent comments about his processing ability in making reads.

    Paul Charchian previews Bears-Vikings, shares fantasy football advice

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 13:29


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by fantasy football expert Paul Charchian to preview the Bears-Vikings game Sunday and to share advice for Week 11.

    Did the Cubs actually learn any lessons from the trade deadline?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 8:44


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris wondered if the Cubs learned any lessons from the trade deadline this past season.

    Examining Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 14:57


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' leadership.

    Sean Hammond chimes in on the 6-3 Bears | 'Take The North'

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 35:14


    From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): With the Bears season just past the halfway mark of the regular season, Dan Wiederer brings in Sean Hammond of the Chicago Tribune to get his thoughts on the team's 6-3 start to the year. What type of impact has head coach Ben Johnson had on the entire franchise? And what has Hammond thought of quarterback Caleb Williams' progress? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Full Show — November 12, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 167:34


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris looked ahead to the Bears' game against the Vikings on Sunday and discussed what they Cubs should be focused on adding to their roster this offseason.

    If Bears beat Vikings, will it reset your expectations for this season? (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 44:18


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by discussing how their expectations for the Bears will change if they beat the Vikings on Sunday. After that, they listened and reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's comments about what the club is focused on adding this offseason. Later, they wondered how the Cubs will replace right fielder Kyle Tucker, who seems set to leave in free agency.

    Mike Florio talks Bears & NFL headlines (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 41:42


    In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the latest Bears and NFL storylines. After that, Rahimi and Harris examined the national conversation around the Bears as they sit at 6-3 and are tied atop the NFC North.

    5 On It & should Bulls be interested in Ja Morant? (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 40:48


    In the third hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed a variety of topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, they discussed whether the Bulls should be interested in Grizzlies guard Ja Morant or Mavericks big man Anthony Davis on the trade market. Later, they discussed the pressure that comes with being a quarterback in Chicago.

    Danny Parkins ponders a nickname for Caleb Williams (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 41:12


    In the final hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by FS1 host Danny Parkins to discuss the Bears' rise to a first-place tie in the NFC North. He also pondered potential nicknames for Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. After that, Score reporter/host Mark Grote joined the show to share a Bears report live from Halas Hall.

    Transition: Appreciating Rex Grossman's truth-telling

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 19:44


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

    Danny Parkins is campaigning against 'C-Willy' as Caleb Williams' nickname

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 20:50


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by FS1 host Danny Parkins to discuss the Bears' rise to a first-place tie in the NFC North. He also pondered potential nicknames for Bears quarterback Caleb Williams.

    Examining the national conversation about the 6-3 Bears

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 15:00


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris examined the national conversation around the Bears as they sit at 6-3 and are tied atop the NFC North.

    Mike Florio talks Bears' playoff picture, Caleb Williams' calming influence

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 19:15


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the latest Bears and NFL storylines.

    Examining the pressure of being a quarterback in Chicago

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 7:59


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed the pressure that comes with being a quarterback in Chicago.

    Should the Bulls be interested in trading for Ja Morant or Anthony Davis?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 13:43


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed whether the Bulls should be interested in trading for Grizzlies guard Ja Morant or Mavericks big man Anthony Davis.

    Is Jed Hoyer telling Cubs fans the club's offense is fine as constructed?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 13:16


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris listened and reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's comments about what the club is focused on adding this offseason.

    If the Bears beat the Vikings, will it reset your expectations for this season?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 18:20


    Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris discussed how their expectations for the Bears will change if they beat the Vikings on Sunday.

    Full Show — November 11, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 164:03


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared their midterm grades for the Bears as the team sits at 6-3 and is tied for first place in the NFC North.

    Sharing our midterm grades for the Bears (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 39:41


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by sharing their midterm grades for the Bears as the team sits at 6-3 near the midpoint of the regular season.

    Sharing our midterm grade for Caleb Williams & Rex Grossman joins the show (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 42:57


    In the second hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared their midterm grade for Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. After that, former Bears quarterback Rex Grossman joined the show to discuss Williams' development and to reflect on his tenure in Chicago. Later, Rahimi, Harris and Grote held the Halftime segment.

    5 On It & Bulls couldn't stop Victor Wembanyama (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 42:31


    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, they pondered what the Bears mean when they say they're "living in the known." Later, they broke down the Bulls' 121-117 loss to the Spurs on Monday at the United Center.

    Tim Jenkins breaks down Caleb Williams' performance in Bears' win over Giants (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 38:53


    In the final hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Jenkins Elite founder Tim Jenkins to analyze Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' performance in a come-from-behind win against the Giants on Sunday. Jenkins liked what he saw on tape, and he also torched Bears receiver Olamide Zaccheaus' effort in the blocking game. Later, Rahimi, Harris and Grote posed a question. Does any NFL team have more upside than the Bears?

    Transition: Marveling at Spurs star Victor Wembanyama

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 22:50


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

    Tim Jenkins: Caleb Williams played one of his best games as a pro in Bears' win over Giants

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 17:51


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by Jenkins Elite founder Tim Jenkins to analyze Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' performance in a come-from-behind win against the Giants on Sunday.

    What does it mean when Caleb Williams, Rome Odunze say the Bears are living in the known?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 15:01


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote pondered what the Bears mean when they say they're "living in the known."

    5 On It: How many wins will it take for Bears to win the NFC North?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 18:06


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

    Rex Grossman talks Caleb Williams, reflects on his time in Chicago

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 15:00


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote were joined by former Bears quarterback Rex Grossman to discuss current quarterback Caleb Williams' development and to reflect on his tenure in Chicago.

    Sharing our midterm grade for Bears quarterback Caleb Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 19:16


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared their midterm grade for Bears quarterback Caleb Williams.

    We share midterm grades for Ben Johnson, Bears' defense, special teams

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 15:04


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared their midterm grades for Bears head coach Ben Johnson as well as the team's defense and special teams.

    Sharing our midterm grades for the Bears' offense

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 14:11


    Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared their midterm grades for the Bears' offense.

    Best of the Bears on 670 The Score: Reactions to Week 10 win over Giants

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 40:13


    We share the best reactions to the Bears' 24-20 win against the Giants on Sunday from Mully & Haugh, Rahimi, Harris & Grote and Spiegel & Holmes.

    Bears find a way to get past Giants, 24-20! | Take The North

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 33:45


    From 'Take The North' (subscribe here): The Bears did it again! They came from behind in the fourth quarter to beat the Giants, 24-20, on Sunday at Soldier Field. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote unpack yet another Bears victory as they improved to 6-3. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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