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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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    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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    Best of the Bears: What Ben Johnson accomplished in Year 1 was 'so damn impressive'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 56:40


    In the Best of the Bears this week, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes marveled over head coach Ben Johnson's impact on the organization in his first season in Chicago; Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote shared how they feel about quarterback Caleb Williams' future after he made big strides in his second NFL season; and ESPN analyst Matt Bowen joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to explain why Williams could be one of the most dangerous players in the NFL in 2026.

    Best of the White Sox: Disappointing Luis Robert Jr. era ends with a trade

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 46:05


    In the Best of the White Sox this week, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the White Sox trading center fielder Luis Robert Jr. to the Mets for a pair of young players in infielder/outfielder Luisangel Acuna and right-hander Truman Pauley; Joe DeMayo of SNY joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to share insight and scouting reports on Acuna and Pauley; and David Haugh and Gabe Ramirez discussed what's next for the White Sox after they offloaded $20 million in trading Robert to the Mets.

    Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score: Jan. 19-23

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 54:28


    In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, Bulls legend Derrick Rose joined the Mully & Haugh Show to reflect on his career ahead of the organization being set to retire his No. 1 jersey Saturday night at the United Center; Arlington Heights mayor Jim Tinaglia joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the Bears' pursuit of a new stadium to and to share why he believes it's in the best interest of "everybody" for the organization to play in his village; and FS1 host Danny Parkins joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to reflect on the Bears' successful 2025 season.

    Full Show - January 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 154:13


    Full Show - January 23, 2026 full 9253 Sat, 24 Jan 2026 05:59:00 +0000 t9GpV6U0TEt4prh1qbTeMNS6oonlcQrj sports Spiegel & Holmes Show sports Full Show - January 23, 2026 Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes bring you Chicago sports talk with great opinions, guests and fun. Join Spiegel and Holmes as they discuss the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox and delve into the biggest sports storylines of the day. Recurring guests include Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson, former Bears coach Dave Wannstedt, former Bears center Olin Kreutz, Cubs manager Craig Counsell, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner and MLB Network personality Jon Morosi. Catch the show live Monday through Friday (2 p.m. - 6 p.m. CT) on 670 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Fr

    Will Bears fans want to watch NFL Championship Sunday? (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 21:37


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by discussing how they're feeling ahead of NFL Championship Sunday after the Bears were eliminated from the playoffs last weekend. After that, they took calls from Score listeners.

    Stacey King: Derrick Rose inspired a generation of small point guards (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 44:47


    In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Chicago Sports Network television analyst Stacey King to reflect on Bulls icon Derrick Rose's legacy as the organization is set to retire his No. 1 jersey in a ceremony Saturday. Later, Spiegel and Holmes discussed how the Chiefs gently fired offensive coordinator Matt Nagy.

    Olin Kreutz believes DJ Moore was playing through injury on interception (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 43:38


    In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score football analyst Olin Kreutz to break down the Bears' overtime loss to the Rams in the divisional round last Sunday and to reflect on the team's strong season. Later, Spiegel and Holmes discussed how star outfielder Kyle Tucker signing a four-year, $240-million contract with the Dodgers has caused MLB owners to panic.

    Dan Wiederer still wants to hear from DJ Moore (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 44:09


    In the final hour of the show, Laurence Holmes & Matt Spiegel were joined by Dan Wiederer of The Athletic who wrapped up the Bears season.

    Derrick Rose says he got everything he could out of his body

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 14:33


    Laurence & Spiegs listen & react to former Bulls star Derrick Rose as he told Mully & Haugh he got everything he could out of his body

    Kyle Tucker's contract is causing MLB owners to panic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 10:00


    Laurence & Spiegs talk about how Kyle Tucker's contract with the Dodgers is making MLB owners seethe.

    Olin Kreutz believes DJ Moore was playing through injury on interception

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 22:41


    Laurence & Spiegs were joined by former Bears Center Olin Kreutz who shared his thoughts on the Bears falling to the Rams in the divisional round on Sunday.

    Matt Nagy was gently fired by the Chiefs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 11:12


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed how the Chiefs gently fired offensive coordinator Matt Nagy.

    Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti for Championship Weekend in the NFL | 'Kickoff with Boomer & Valenti'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 45:35


    From 'Kickoff with Boomer & Valenti' (subscribe here): Kickoff with Boomer Esiason and Mike Valenti for Championship weekend in the NFL. Should Ben Johnson have went for 2? Boomer feels bad for Bo Nix and Josh Allen. Mcdermott's exit from Buffalo. Catch or interception in Broncos Bills game? 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

    Stacey King on how Derrick Rose inspired a generation of small point guards

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 23:27


    Laurence & Spiegs were joined by former Bulls player and current CHSN color-commentator Stacey King who talked about Derrick Rose ahead of Rose's jersey retirement Saturday night!

    Bears fans share how they're feeling about NFL Championship Sunday

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 8:35


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes took calls from Score listeners ahead of NFL Championship Sunday.

    Will Bears fans want to watch NFL Championship Sunday?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 10:36


    Laurence & Spiegs discuss how they're feeling ahead of NFL Championship Weekend after the Bears exit.

    Full Show — January 22, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 152:40


    Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali reacted to opposing teams showing interest in Bears assistant coaches as the NFL coaching carousel spins. They also welcomed on Score football analyst Dave Wannstedt to discuss the Bears' offseason needs.

    NFL teams are looking to get in on the Bears success (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 23:31


    In the first hour of the show, Laurence Holmes & Carmen VItali begin the show discussing the fac that teams from around the NFL are looking to poach Bears assistant coaches.

    Current and former Packers players are crying again (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 43:34


    In the second hour, Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali listened and reacted to the Packers and their fan base expressing saltiness about the Bears amid a rivalry that has been renewed after Chicago won a playoff thriller between the teams. After that, Chicken Dinner host Joe Ostrowski joined the show to preview NFL Championship Sunday from a gambling perspective.

    Mina Kimes talks Bears & NFL Championship Sunday (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 42:30


    In the 3rd hour of the show, Laurence Holmes & Carmen Vitali were joined by Emmy Award winning NFL Analyst Mina Kimes.

    Dave Wannstedt weighs in on Bears' offseason needs (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 43:03


    In the final hour, Laurence Holmes and Carmen Vitali were joined by Score football analyst Dave Wannstedt to share his background with new Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley, whose work ethic he praised. Wannstedt also discussed what the Bears need to add this offseason to fortify their roster.

    Coach Wannstedt shares how he brought Jeff Hafley onto his staff at Pitt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 20:57


    Laurence & Carmen wrap up the 2025 season with former Bears Head Coach Dave Wannstedt.

    Mina Kimes talks Bears & NFL Championship Sunday

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 14:02


    Laurence & Carmen were joined by Emmy Award Winning NFL Analyst Mina Kimes.

    Weird things are happening around the NFL

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 20:01


    Laurence & Carmen take a trip around the NFL and discuss the strange happenings in Buffalo, New England and Tampa.

    Joe Ostrowski previews Championship weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 14:40


    Laurence & Carmen were joined by betting expert Joe Ostrowski who previews NFL Championship weekend

    Packers players, current & former, are crying again

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 20:32


    Laurence & Carmen listen & react to Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubbs and former linebacker Clay Matthews coping with the Bears beating them.

    The Bears are once again in the market for a Left Tackle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 7:20


    Laurence & Carmen discuss the Bears Left Tackle situation.

    NFL teams are looking to get in on the Bears success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 14:40


    Laurence & Carmen Vitali react to the news that teams are interviewing Bears assistant coaches for bigger roles

    Full Show — January 21, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 150:33


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to the highlights from the Bears' end-of-season press conference featuring general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson.

    Ben Johnson is clearly spearheading the Bears operation (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 24:22


    In the first hour of the show, Laurence Holmes & Matt Spiegel discuss Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson & General Manager Ryan Poles closing the book on the 2025 season today at Halas Hall.

    Ben Johnson & Ryan Poles glow about Caleb Williams' season (Hour 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 41:06


    In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to the glowing praise that Bears head coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles had for quarterback Caleb Williams' progress in his second NFL season. After that, the guys listened and reacted to comments from Johnson and Poles about receiver DJ Moore's future with the organization.

    Where else should Caleb Williams & Pete Crow-Armstrong show up to? (Hour 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 43:21


    In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the White Sox trading center fielder Luis Robert Jr. to the Mets in exchange for two young players. The trade officially closed the book on a once-promising but eventually disappointing era for the White Sox. After that, Spiegel and Holmes welcomed on Marquee Sports Network analyst Jim Deshaies, who's a proud member of a club of former MLB players who have exactly one Hall of Fame vote to their name. Later, Spiegel and Holmes discussed the growing bromance between Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong.

    Mark Grote's last Bears hit of the season (Hour 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 41:42


    In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score teammate Mark Grote for his final Bears report of the 2025 season. Grote shared what he learned at the team's end-of-season press conference Wednesday morning featuring general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson. He also discussed what lies ahead for the Bears in the offseason.

    Mark Grote's last Bears hit of the season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2026 32:54


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score teammate Mark Grote for his final Bears report of the 2025 season. Grote shared what he learned at the team's end-of-season press conference Wednesday morning featuring general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson. He also discussed what lies ahead for the Bears in the offseason.

    Jim Deshaies is a proud member of club of former MLB players with exactly 1 Hall of Fame vote

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 10:13


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Jim Deshaies, who's a proud member of a club of former MLB players who have exactly one Hall of Fame vote to their name.

    White Sox trade Luis Robert Jr. to the Mets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 22:12


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to the White Sox trading center fielder Luis Robert Jr. to the Mets in exchange for two young players. The trade officially closed the book on a once-promising but eventually disappointing era for the White Sox.

    Ben Johnson & Ryan Poles were non-committal on DJ Moore's future with Bears

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 16:36


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to comments from Bears head coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles about receiver DJ Moore's future with the organization.

    Ben Johnson & Ryan Poles glow about Caleb Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 19:20


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to the glowing praise that Bears head coach Ben Johnson and general manager Ryan Poles had for quarterback Caleb Williams' progress in his second NFL season.

    Ryan Poles echoed our sentiments on Ben Johnson's first season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 6:45


    Laurence & Spiegs listen & react to Bears General Manager Ryan Poles remarking on Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson's first season.

    Ben Johnson is clearly spearheading the Bears operation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 17:04


    Laurence & Spiegs discuss the fact that the Bears are led by Head Coach Ben Johnson after he talked before Ryan Poles today at Halas Hall.

    Full Show — January 20, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 147:29


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reflected on the Bears' terrific 2025 season and discussed what lies ahead for them in the offseason.

    Caleb Williams, Pete Crow-Armstrong are developing a bromance (Hour 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2026 22:04


    Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by discussing the friendship between Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong after the two attended the Blackhawks game together Monday. Later, Spiegel and Holmes reacted to Indiana winning its first football national championship with a 27-21 victory against Miami on Monday.

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