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Dan McNeil and Danny Parkins bring you in-your-face Chicago sports talk with great opinions, guests and fun. Nick Shepkowski is the executive producer of the show, while Chris Tannehill is the associate producer. Follow the show on Twitter @McNeil_Parkins.

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    • Jun 2, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
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    The McNeil & Parkins Show podcast is a must-listen for any sports fan in Chicago. The dynamic duo of Dan McNeil and Danny Parkins offers an entertaining and insightful take on all things sports, making it a favorite among listeners. Their chemistry is impeccable, as they feed off each other's energy and engage in lively discussions that feel like you're sitting with friends at a bar. It's this camaraderie that sets the show apart from others in the sports talk radio landscape.

    One of the best aspects of The McNeil & Parkins Show podcast is the hard-hitting analysis and sports opinions offered by both hosts. They provide in-depth insights into current events, games, and player performances, giving listeners a comprehensive understanding of the sports world. Whether discussing the latest NFL game or breaking down strategic moves in baseball, McNeil and Parkins never fail to deliver thought-provoking commentary.

    Another standout aspect of this podcast is its ability to balance serious sports analysis with moments of pure entertainment. The show has its fair share of "off the rails" moments that will leave you laughing for hours. From witty banter to hilarious segments, McNeil and Parkins know how to keep their audience entertained while still delivering valuable content. Credit must also be given to Chris Tannehill, their sound guy, who enhances the show's quality with his technical expertise.

    Despite its many strengths, one drawback of The McNeil & Parkins Show podcast is its occasional inconsistency regarding episode uploads. Some listeners have reported issues with episodes not being uploaded or uploaded out of order, which can disrupt the listening experience. While this may be a minor issue for some, it could be frustrating for dedicated fans who rely on the podcast to catch up on missed episodes. However, it's important to note that these issues seem isolated and may not affect all listeners.

    In conclusion, The McNeil & Parkins Show podcast is an outstanding source of sports commentary and entertainment. The chemistry between the hosts, the insightful analysis, and the ability to entertain make it a standout show in Chicago sports radio. While there may be occasional hiccups with episode uploads, these minor inconveniences do not detract from the overall quality of the podcast. If you're a fan of sports and enjoy a mix of serious analysis and hilarious moments, this podcast is definitely worth a listen.



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    Illinois legislature adjourns without passing stadium legislation (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 45:25


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to a Bears stadium bill stalling in Springfield as Illinois lawmakers adjourned the spring legislative session without passing it. After that, they listened to Gov. JB Pritzker's latest comments on the Bears stadium legislation failing to pass in this session.

    Rams acquire Myles Garrett from Browns (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 42:25


    In the 2nd hour of the show, Laurence Holmes & Matt Spiegel react to the news that the Los Angeles Rams have acquired star defensive end Myles Garrett from the Browns for Jared Verse & multiple draft picks.

    Chris Rongey tells us if Pete Crow-Armstrong is a villain in St. Louis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 16:57


    Laurence & Spiegs were joined by friend & KMOX host Chris Rongey who weighed in on how Cubs star Pete Crow Armstrong is viewed in St. Louis

    Rams acquire Myles Garrett from Browns

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 18:03


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the Rams acquiring star defensive end Myles Garrett from the Browns in exchange for edge rusher Jared Verse and draft pick compensation.

    Gov. JB Pritzker weighs in on Bears stadium legislation not passing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 9:14


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to Gov. JB Pritzker's latest comments on Bears stadium legislation stalling in Springfield as legislators adjourned the spring session.

    Illinois legislature adjourns without passing Bears stadium legislation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 16:39


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to a Bears stadium bill stalling in Springfield as Illinois lawmakers adjourned the spring legislative session.

    Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score: May 25-29

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 59:58


    In Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score, ClutchPoints insider Brett Siegel joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the Bulls' coaching search and options in the NBA Draft; Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share his observations from Bears OTAs; and NBC 5 reporter Paris Schutz joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to discuss the latest developments in the Bears' pursuit of a new stadium and why Sunday and the ensuing days represent a pivotal deadline.

    Best of the Bears: Caleb Williams could benefit from doing less

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 44:59


    In the Best of the Bears this week, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote listened and reacted to quarterbacks coach J.T. Barrett explain why quarterback Caleb Williams should try to "do less" at times on the field; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how Williams and head coach Ben Johnson can build their relationship in their second year working together; and Rahimi and Grote wondered if the Bears could be a better team in 2026 but have a worse record than they had in the 2025 regular season.

    Full Show — May 29, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 164:08


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes previewed the Cubs-Cardinals series and discussed the latest Bears storylines coming out of OTAs.

    Cubs get the Cardinals after winning final 2 games against Pirates (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 44:25


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by previewing the Cubs-Cardinals series in St. Louis this weekend.

    Bengie Molina talks Cardinals, family & his upcoming biopic (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 45:27


    In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the latest Bears storylines coming out of OTAs and detailed how receiver Luther Burden III sounds like a man on a mission. After that, former MLB catcher Bengie Molina joined the show to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series this weekend. Later, Spiegel and Holmes reacted to MLB owners proposing a salary cap to the union.

    David Sandlin talks White Sox's clubhouse culture & Caleb Williams (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 41:32


    In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to Bears defensive tackle Grady Jarrett mention how outside doubt about the team's defense has been heard in the locker room. After that, White Sox right-hander David Sandlin joined the show to reflect on his sensational performance in his MLB debut Wednesday, when he led Chicago to a win over Minnesota. He also discussed the White Sox's clubhouse culture and Bears quarterback Caleb Williams.

    Mike Montgomery reflects on Game 7 of 2016 World Series (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 31:02


    In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by former Cubs left-hander Mike Montgomery to reflect on the 2016 club winning the World Series and to discuss what he's up to these days.

    David Sandlin talks White Sox's clubhouse culture & Caleb Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 18:20


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by White Sox right-hander David Sandlin to reflect on his sensational performance in his MLB debut Wednesday, when he led Chicago to a win over Minnesota. He also discussed the White Sox's clubhouse culture and Bears quarterback Caleb Williams.

    Grady Jarrett hears the doubt about the Bears defense

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 16:23


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to Bears defensive tackle Grady Jarrett mention how outside doubt about the team's defense has been heard in the locker room.

    Bengie Molina talks Cardinals, family & his upcoming biopic

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 20:10


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by former MLB catcher Bengie Molina to preview the Cubs-Cardinals series this weekend.

    Luther Burden III sounds like a man on a mission

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 18:50


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the latest Bears storylines coming out of OTAs and detailed how receiver Luther Burden III sounds like a man on a mission.

    Jordan Walker is finally becoming a star for the Cardinals

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 10:32


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed Cardinals slugger Jordan Walker's emergence.

    Cubs get the Cardinals after winning final 2 games against Pirates

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 11:33


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes looked ahead to the Cubs-Cardinals series in St. Louis this weekend.

    Best of the Cubs: A feeling of relief

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 32:59


    In the Best of the Cubs this week, Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the club winning back-to-back games against the Pirates after a 10-game losing streak and to also preview Chicago's series in St. Louis this weekend; and Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote detailed how the Cubs are struggling to hit breaking balls.

    Full Show — May 28, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 134:23


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes welcomed on Cubs manager Craig Counsell to discuss his club snapping its 10-game losing streak with a win Wednesday. Spiegel and Holmes also reacted to Bears head coach Ben Johnson's most notable comments during his media session during OTAs.

    Craig Counsell reacts to the Cubs snapping a 10-game losing streak (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 44:22


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by reacting to the Cubs snapping their 10-game losing streak with a 10-4 win against the Pirates on Wednesday. After that, they welcomed on Cubs manager Craig Counsell to discuss the relief that comes with snapping out of their long funk.

    Ben Johnson tells everyone to buy Luther Burden stock (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 44:30


    In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bears head coach Ben Johnson's most notable comments during his media session during OTAs. After that, the guys discussed the Minnesota Vikings' odd quarterback situation.

    White Sox take 3 out of 4 from the 'weird-ass Minnesota Twins' (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 45:30


    In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the White Sox winning their series against the Twins with the help of a 6-2 victory Thursday afternoon. After that, the crew held another edition of Categories.

    Categories!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 13:46


    The crew played everyone's favorite game show, Categories!

    White Sox take 3 out of 4 from the 'weird-ass Minnesota Twins'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 20:41


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the White Sox winning their series against the Twins with the help of a 6-2 victory Thursday afternoon.

    J.J. McCarthy gives bizarre answer on his relationship with Kyler Murray

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 9:27


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Minnesota Vikings' odd quarterback situation.

    Ben Johnson tells everyone to buy Luther Burden stock

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 24:15


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Bears head coach Ben Johnson's most notable comments during his media session during OTAs.

    Craig Counsell reacts to the Cubs snapping a 10-game losing streak

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 26:20


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Cubs manager Craig Counsell to discuss the club snapping its 10-game losing streak with a win over the Pirates on Wednesday evening.

    Cubs break their 10-game losing streak

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 8:18


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the Cubs snapping their 10-game losing streak with a 10-4 win against the Pirates on Wednesday.

    Full Show — May 27, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 131:50


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the Cubs' woes amid their ongoing 10-game losing streak and welcomed on NBC 5 reporter Paris Schutz to discuss the latest developments in the Bears' pursuit of a new stadium.

    We're seeking a team of 'aura cleansers' to help the Cubs (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 43:49


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by going to great lengths in an effort to snap the Cubs out of their 10-game losing streak. After that, the guys discussed how the White Sox are having a fun season while still having their share of issues.

    Paris Schutz explains who has the leverage in Bears' stadium pursuit (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 44:26


    In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by NBC 5 reporter Paris Schutz to discuss the latest developments in the Bears' stadium pursuit and why Sunday represents a pivotal deadline, even if action isn't spurred. Schutz broke down how much leverage the Bears currently have as they consider Arlington Heights and Hammond, Indiana as sites for their new stadium. After that, Spiegel and Holmes got a laugh out of Brewers reliever Abner Uribe's wild celebration after recording a strikeout against the Cardinals on Tuesday.

    Ben Solak contextualizes Caleb Williams' 2025 & sees good things in 2026 (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 43:34


    In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to ESPN writer Ben Solak explain why he's so optimistic about Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' outlook in 2026. After that, they discussed how the Oklahoma City Thunder are becoming the villain in the NBA.

    Oklahoma City is becoming the villain in the NBA

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 11:21


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes broke down why NBA fans are growing tired of the Oklahoma City Thunder.

    Ben Solak contextualized Caleb Williams' 2025, is optimistic about his 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 22:39


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to ESPN writer Ben Solak explain why he's so optimistic about Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' outlook in 2026.

    Abner Uribe unleashes WWE celebration

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 14:54


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes got a laugh out of Brewers reliever Abner Uribe's wild celebration after recording a strikeout against the Cardinals on Tuesday.

    Paris Schutz explains who has the leverage in the Bears' stadium pursuit

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 22:10


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by NBC 5 reporter Paris Schutz to discuss the latest developments in the Bears' stadium pursuit and why Sunday represents a pivotal deadline, even if action isn't spurred. Schutz broke down how much leverage the Bears currently have as they consider Arlington Heights and Hammond, Indiana as sites for their new stadium.

    White Sox are fun but also in danger of losing 3 straight series

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 8:40


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the White Sox are having a fun season while still having their share of issues.

    We're seeking a team of 'aura cleansers' to help the Cubs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 13:52


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes went to great lengths in an effort to snap the Cubs out of their 10-game losing streak.

    Full Show — May 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 131:47


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes welcomed on Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner to discuss the club's woes amid its nine-game losing streak. Spiegel and Holmes also discussed how the White Sox are becoming cool again.

    Nico Hoerner: Cubs are trying to pick each other up amid long losing streak (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 43:36


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by discussing the Cubs' struggles amid their ongoing nine-game losing streak. After that, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the show to discuss the club's mindset amid its long losing streak.

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