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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 3, 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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    Latest episodes from McNeil & Parkins Show

    Full Show — June 2, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 176:44


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes welcomed on Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner for a wide-ranging conversation and discussed whether Bears chairman George McCaskey needs to take charge and become the face of the organization's stadium pursuit.

    Nico Hoerner talks Cubs' recent play, rivalry with White Sox (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 45:03


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by discussing the madness surrounding the Bears' quest to build a new stadium. After that, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the show to discuss the club's recent performance, its rivalry with the White Sox and more.

    Mayor Brandon Johnson reveals he's talking to Bears about a stadium again (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 42:49


    In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the news that Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson has been talking to the Bears about a new stadium in the city. After that, Spiegel and Holmes discussed how it might be time for Bears chairman George McCaskey to take charge in the organization's pursuit of a new stadium.

    Ian Happ's approach to a 162-game season is admirable (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 44:14


    In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Cubs left fielder Ian Happ explain his approach to the highs and lows of the long MLB season. After that, the guys discussed how Spiegel may be leaking confidences in his proclamation that the White Sox will go .500 without star slugger Munetaka Murakami across the next four to six weeks.

    Eric Collins reflects on Pete Crow-Armstrong hitting a home run into 'tarps off' section (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 44:36


    In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed whether the Bears' stadium mess has ruined what should be a fun offseason of conversation around the team. Also, they pondered if the Bears should've done more to improve their pass rush. After that, broadcaster Eric Collins joined the show to reflect on calling the Cubs' win over the Cardinals on FOX on Saturday.

    Eric Collins reflects on calling Pete Crow-Armstrong hitting a homer into 'tarps off' section

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 18:59


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by broadcaster Eric Collins to reflect on calling the Cubs' win over the Cardinals on FOX on Saturday.

    Are the Bears ruining what is supposed to be a fun offseason?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 19:16


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed whether the Bears' stadium mess has ruined what should be a fun offseason of conversation around the team. Also, they pondered if the Bears should've done more to improve their pass rush.

    Is Spiegs leaking confidence in his White Sox proclamation?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 14:56


    Matt Spiegel may be leaking confidences in his proclamation that the White Sox will go .500 without star slugger Munetaka Murakami across the next four to six weeks.

    Ian Happ's approach to a 162-game season is admirable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 19:19


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Cubs left fielder Ian Happ explain his approach to the highs and lows of the long MLB season.

    Bret Bielema was wowed by Caleb Williams' arm talent

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 8:56


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Illinois football coach Bret Bielema's comments on the Mully & Haugh Show about what he saw in attending Bears OTAs recently.

    Should George McCaskey start the Bears stadium effort over with new leadership?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 14:01


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how it might be time for Bears chairman George McCaskey to take charge in the organization's pursuit of a new stadium.

    Mayor Brandon Johnson reveals he's talking to Bears about a stadium again

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 18:58


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the news that Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson has been talking to the Bears about a new stadium in the city.

    Nico Hoerner talks Cubs' recent play, rivalry with White Sox

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 24:28


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner the club's recent performance, its rivalry with the White Sox, his hitting in May and more.

    Can we bring back the floating Bears stadium idea?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 10:14


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the madness surrounding the Bears' quest to build a new stadium.

    Best of the Bears: Stadium bill stalls in Springfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 48:54


    In the Best of the Bears, NBC 5 reporter Paris Schutz joined the Mully & Haugh Show to outline how and why a stadium bill stalled in Springfield as Illinois lawmakers adjourned the spring legislative session; Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how both the Bears and state lawmakers have had a hand in creating this stadium mess; and Rahimi, Harris and Grote opened up the phone lines for Score listeners to sound off on the Bears' stadium saga.

    Full Show — June 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 174:10


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the Bears stadium bill stalling in the Illinois House as lawmakers adjourned the spring session. Where will the Bears end up building a new stadium? Is there any chance they remain in Chicago?

    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.

    Can the White Sox stay afloat without Munetaka Murakami? (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 44:31


    In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed if the White Sox can keep playing good baseball with star slugger Munetaka Murakami ruled out four to six weeks with a hamstring strain. After that, the guys reacted to the news that the White Sox will host an old-timers home run derby this summer.

    NBC's Sunday Night Baseball broadcast was highly conversational (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 41:47


    In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the broadcast crew of Jason Benetti, Albert Pujols and Jim Deshaies on Sunday Night Baseball on NBC. After that, they previewed the Spurs-Knicks matchup in the NBA Finals.

    NBA Finals stage is set

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 13:44


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes previewed the Spurs-Knicks matchup in the NBA Finals.

    NBC's Sunday Night Baseball broadcast was highly conversational

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 21:38


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the broadcast crew of Jason Benetti, Albert Pujols and Jim Deshaies on Sunday Night Baseball on NBC.

    White Sox are getting alums together for a home run derby

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 15:15


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the news that the White Sox will host an old-timers home run derby this summer.

    Can the White Sox stay afloat without Munetaka Murakami for 4-6 weeks?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 19:26


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed if the White Sox can keep playing good baseball with star slugger Munetaka Murakami ruled out four to six weeks with a hamstring strain.

    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.

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