A Milwaukee and a Chicago sports fan give their hottest takes and speak their minds on the many facets of this classic sports rivalry.
Frank Fernandez and Evan Schlanser
The boys are back together. It's been awhile so they have a lot to discuss! - Biggest moments for the Bears and Packers from the NFL Draft weekend - Bucks bow out in the first round again - Is Giannis done in Milwaukee? - MLS talk! Chicago Fire in the hunt for a Premier League legendFind the show on instagram @war.on.94pod and follow for more content
Evan is here to discuss all things Green Bay ahead of tomorrow's NFL draft! From the logistics of the big weekend at Lambeau to how Brian Gutenkust may choose to spend his 8 picks, there's a lot to unpack ahead of this weekend. Plus, a quick glance at the Bucks as they look to make a playoff push (or lose in the first round) and how the young campaign has started for the Brewers.
Hope springs eternal! The NFL Draft is here and Frank is back to break down the Bears and their first draft with new Head Coach Ben Johnson. Will it be a skill position like Ashton Jeanty or Tyler Warren, or will the Bears continue to build up the trenches like in free agency? And it wouldn't be a Frank solo show without him spiraling about the Bulls. At least he has the Cubs to make him feel better! Thanks for listening and be sure to follow along on instagram @war.on.94pod for more
The final part of a team by team breakdown of the NFC North. This time, Frank and Evan focus on the Vikings and Lions and all the intrigue surrounding two of the best teams in the NFL this past season. With so much change and mystery surrounding these teams, it should be an offseason in flux. Thanks for listening and be sure to follow along on instagram @war.on.94pod!
Part 1 of a team by team breakdown of where each team stands heading towards the league new year. What moves have happened already? What moves are likely to happen based on expiring contracts and areas of need? Frank and Evan have it all on the Bears and Packers this episode, with the Lions and Vikings coming soon.Thanks as always for tuning in!
The Bears get their guy and Ben Johnson is the new head coach in Chicago. The boys break it all down, from the rumors to the introductory press conference and everything in between. After that, they get into a recap of the NFL Divisional Round and preview Championship Sunday. Stick around to the end for a few of Bob Uecker's iconic moments. Thanks for listening and make sure to follow us on instagram for more @war.on.94pod
It is Frank's favorite episode of the season! The Packers get knocked out by the Eagles in a poor showing, and an important offseason looms in Green Bay. Meanwhile, the Bears continue their search for a new head coach as one favorite candidate comes off the board. The boys finish with a Wild Card Weekend recap and a bit of baseball talk. Thanks for listening and be sure to follow on instagram @war.on.94pod for more!
For the first time in 12 tries and the history of the podcast, the Bears emerge victorious over the Packers! Too bad the game was largely disappointing for both sides. Frank and Evan recap the game from both team's perspectives and look ahead to a Packers Eagles Wild Card matchup that has Evan feeling less than optimistic. Plus, a look at the rest of week 18 action and a sneak peak at some of the other games on the Wild Card Weekend slate. Frank also reflects on Derrick Rose and the handling of his number retirement by the Bulls ownership group. Thanks for listening as always! If you've enjoyed the episode, please let us know by leaving a comment or a review! And follow us on Instagram @war.on94pod
Now it's Evan's turn! In his own rambling way, he discusses the Packers impressive performance in Seattle, before turning to some general conversation around the NFL. How long can the Lions and Chiefs survive the injuries sustained? What's going on in Atlanta and New York? Before wrapping, he also takes a look at the Bucks' impressive NBA Cup win and reacts to the Brewers saying "so long" to Devin Williams. Thanks as always for listening and have a happy holiday!
It's a Frank solo episode! Lucky you! Bears lose their eighth in a row, but what else is new? Frank works through their myriad of issues and looks ahead to another NFC North powerhouse coming to town. He finishes with a few NFL Week 16 takeaways and gets happy talking about the Cubs hot stove. Thank you for supporting all through 2024! Find us on instagram @war.on.94pod for more.
Two teams, two losses, and two angry podcast hosts! Evan rails against the internet after the Packers lose a tight one to the Lions. Frank is onto next season after the Bears embarrassing performance in San Fran. The boys then talk more big news around the NFL and finish with CFP and Hot Stove talk! It's a packed show! Be sure to follow us on instagram for more and thanks for all your support this year
Frank and Evan are here to discuss a full slate of Thanksgiving Day happening. Beginning with the end, we discuss the Packers 30-17 beatdown of the Dolphins. Later, a discussion of another disastrous ending in Detroit--and the fallout that followed. Finally a look around the league to some of the other storylines of the game. Thanks for listening as always! Make sure to subscribe wherever you get podcasts, so you never miss an episode. For more content, check us out on Instagram @war.on.94pod
The boys talk turkey in this Thanksgiving episode. - Caleb shines, but the Bears blow it in OT. - The Packers roll past the 49ers thanks to Josh Jacobs. - NFL Week 12 takeaways From our family to yours - Happy Thanksgiving! We are so thankful for all our fans. Follow us on instagram @war.on.94pod
It's a mixed bag this week! After a thrilling finish in the Bears/Packers matchup, the boys are not feeling great. Frank continues his streak of anger on the pod as the Bears lose their 4th straight, while Evan somehow finds a way to be upset about beating his biggest rival. They break down the game from all angles and then get into NFL talk that takes them all across the league. Things are heating up! Be sure to follow us on instagram @war.on.94pod for even more content all season.
In this episode, Frank and Evan discuss the current state of the Chicago Bears, focusing on the recent firing of offensive coordinator Shane Waldron and the implications for the team's future. They delve into the struggles of the offense, the impact of injuries, and the management issues stemming from the McCaskey family. Frank airs the frustration of Bears fans, Evan the Packers, and both look ahead towards another chapter in this historic rivalry. delve into the current state of the NFL with a recap of Week 10. They discuss the struggles of the Giants and Jets, and analyze the surprising success of the Steelers as potential contenders.
Just when you thought things couldn't get worse, they let Matt Eberflus coach another Sunday road game. The Bears look lost. Can Frank being in the building this week bring back some mojo? Probably not. Thanks as always for listening. Follow along on instagram for more!
The boys are in a groove. The Packers squeak one out and Frank might have been broken by the Bears. They talk things out and finish up with NFL and NBA talk. It's an all-timer. Find us on instagram for more @war.on.94pod
The Bears are on bye so that means the boys must talk about the Packers only :(...but Frank finds a way to slide the Bears in of course :) After more NFL talk (and Evan's Browns fandom coming out to play), it's time for the NBA preview. Nobody is excited about their basketball team! Thanks for listening and make sure to follow along on instagram for more.
Evan is here for a friday episode, breaking down the Green Bay Packers' emphatic victory over the Arizona Cardinals, highlighting Jordan Love's impressive performance and the team's offensive and defensive performances. He discusses the upcoming game against the Houston Texans, the competitive landscape of the NFC North, and shares insights on coaching issues with the Eagles and the rising dominance of the Ravens.
It's a solo episode! Frank is here to talk Bears Week 6 win in London and Caleb Williams taking another step. He breaks down the game along with a couple other Chicago sports stories. Thanks for listening and be sure to follow us on Instagram for even more content
Summary Frank and Evan are back to discuss the recent playoff heartbreak for the Brewers, the Bears' dominant performance against the Panthers, and the growth of Jordan Love and the Packers. They also highlight the impact of Xavier McKinney on the Packers' defense, preview the upcoming Bears vs. Jaguars game, and analyze the Packers' matchup against the Cardinals. The episode wraps up with quick-fire takeaways from NFL Week 5, including standout performances and surprising results. Thanks everyone for listening, and be sure to follow along on instagram for more content!
In this episode of the War on 94 Sports Podcast, Evan discusses the latest updates from the NFL, focusing on the Packers' recent performance and the upcoming game against the Titans. He highlights Jordan Love's return to practice and the impressive rushing game of the Packers. The conversation then shifts to the Bears' struggles against the Texans, analyzing Caleb Williams' performance and the team's potential in upcoming games starting with the Titans Sunday.
New season, new episode format! Evan and Frank are here with some in-depth analysis of a Packers week 1 defeat in Brazil and a Bears home opener win! Plus, discussion on some of the favorite moments from week 1 around the NFL. And of course...we can't forget to mock the White Sox! Thanks for subscribing and listening. Stay tuned to Instagram for our upcoming week 2 previews!!
We finally made it! Football is back and Frank is here to break down his beloved Bears as they enter a new era. Will they break his heart, or is this time different? Follow us on IG: @war.on.94pod
The 2024 NFL Season is here! Evan sits down and shares his thoughts on the Packers upcoming season, kicking off this Friday in Sao Paolo, Brazil.
WE ARE BACK! It's been a minute, but the boys have returned. It's training camp season with big money contracts being handed out on both sides and optimism filling the air. We then finish with a baseball roundup, including a giggle sesh over the state of the Chicago White Sox. As always, thank you for listening and be sure to find us anywhere you listen to podcasts!
After a long break, the boys are back ahead of the NBA Playoffs and NFL Draft! First, Frank details the Bulls repeat showing in the NBA play-in tournament, while Evan looks at what lies ahead in the dreaded first round matchup that we all saw coming for the Bucks. Next, the boys summarize the Brewers' and Cubs' respective strong starts that see them neck and neck atop the NL Central with "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly" Finally, a wrap-up of Mock Draft season with a look ahead to the first round of the NFL Draft, breaking down possibilities of where the Bears might look at 9 and the Packers at 25. Thanks for listening as always and be sure to check us out on Instagram for more live content @War.on.94pod
Recapping the tampering period and the frenzy of moves by the Packers and Bears
The Boys are back! Frank and Evan open with basketball and baseball talk before getting into their favorite topic - who will play QB for the Bears next season? They recap the NFL combine and talk Justin Fields trade market. Things are happening! Thanks for listening and be sure to find us on instagram for even more content!
For a slow week, these boys sure can yap. Frank and Evan are in NFL off-season mode as they breakdown the Bucks under Doc Rivers and the Bulls perpetual mid-ness. They finish off with a round-up of coaching hires and recap the NFL championship games. Thanks for listening and be sure to leave a 5-star review anywhere you listen to podcasts!
Stop me if you've heard this one before...we've got a PACKED show. The Packers go down and fire their DC Joe Barry in the aftermath and Evan finally gets his wish. The Bears get their OC and Frank is optimistic (for once). The boys also react to the firing of Bucks HC Adrian Griffin and new coach Doc Rivers. We promise it's worth the ride! Thank you for following along and joining us all season on our IG live pregame shows! We have so much fun doing those so it's always great to see our fans in there with us.
Everything's coming up Evan! The Packers cruise to victory in Dallas and now head to San Francisco to try and exorcise their past playoff demons. Meanwhile in Chicago, Frank runs down the week from hell in Windy City sports. From lame duck coaches to crying widows to Cody Bellinger, it was a wild one. Thanks for listening and please be sure to leave us a 5-star review. You can find us everywhere you listen to podcasts!
It's Week 18 and Frank is officially done talking about Bears games for 8 months! The Packers do what they do and humble Chicago once again. Evan revels in his team's playoff clinching victory while Frank questions every decision he's made up until now. This is a fun one (depending on who you ask)! Thank you for following along all season and we will be back on Sunday for a special playoff edition of our NFL Sunday Live on IG!
Dominant displays by the Bears and Packers in week 17 see the boys gearing up for a seismic Week 18 rivalry showdown in Lambeau Field, with a trip to the playoffs (for the Packers) on the line. Full recaps of the games, with a little good ol' fashioned smack talk to boot! Plus, a look back on the life of Herb Kohl, former Bucks owner , who recently passed away at the age of 88 years old. Herb was vital to the success and permanence of the franchise, and the city is forever indebted to him. Thanks as always for tuning in, and check us out on Instagram @war.on94pod
Week 16 in the NFL and the boys have their playoff dreams CRUSHED. The Packers get stomped by a vintage Baker Mayfield performance while the Bears lose in stunning fashion to the Browns to effectively end their season. Evan wants Joe Barry's head (surprise surprise) and Frank is ready for a new era at QB. They finish with a breakdown of the rest of the biggest storylines from around the NFL. Thank you for listening and be sure to join us for a special holiday edition of our NFL Pregame LIVE on instagram! Find us at @war.on.94pod!
It's Week 15 in the NFL and we have so much to discuss! Packers lose a trap game against the G-Men and Frank gushes over a Bears victory. The gushing doesn't last long as he once again questions if Justin Fields is the one for the future. The boys then talk the Bucks crashing out of the In-Season Tournament and Coby White's emergence as a dude. Thanks for listening and be sure to join us Sunday for our NFL Pregame Live on Instagram!
The Packers win a big one on SNF and Frank is not happy about it. While Evan basks in the glory that is 6-6, Frank talks about possible new Bears coaches. The boys then go down a Winter Meetings Wormhole and finish with NBA In-Season Tournament talk as the Bucks head to Vegas for a chance at the cup! ' Thanks for joining us and be sure to check out our live show this Sunday on instagram! Follow the show and leave a 5-star review!
The Boys are back with a busy one! Week 12 in the NFL with the Packers and Bears both winning but Evan and Frank have very different feelings. They also touch on the Corey Perry-Blackhawks situation and talk NBA as the Bulls flounder and the Bucks find their footing. It's a good one! Thank you for listening and helping us to have a successful 2023! We look forward to bringing more to you in 2024. Please subscribe, leave a 5 star review, and share with the sports fans in your life!
The Boys are back! Jordan Love leads the Packers to a come from behind win while the Bears suffer a historically bad defeat and Frank wants Matt Eberflus gone already. They finish up with a few thoughts on Zach Lavine and the state of the Bulls and Evan pays homage to Brandon Woodruff (editor's note: he is not dead just got non-tendered). Thanks for listening! Please leave us a 5-star review and share with the sports fan in your life! Happy Thanksgiving!!!
The boys have A LOT to discuss this week. From NFL Week 10 recaps to the Bulls and Bucks to Connor Bedard to the Brewers new manager, it's a big one! Shams Charania didn't sync his schedule with Frank and Evan but that's okay as they still talk Zach Lavine being traded. Than Thanks for listening! Find us on instagram this Sunday morning for our Week 11 NFL Preview Show. It's always fun and we love to hear from you! Instagram: @War.On.94Pod
It's Week 9 in the NFL but who cares...the Cubs just hired Craig Counsell away from the Brewers!!!! It's a mixed bag of emotions as Evan wallows and Frank thrives. Labeling this one a MUST LISTEN is an understatement. Thanks for listening! Please leave a 5 star review and follow us on instagram for more content @War.On.94pod
The boys are back to recap a dismal week 8 and a not-so-quiet trade deadline! Plus a peek at the young NBA season and the first round of NBA Cup matches on Friday! Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, be sure to leave us a five star review! And follow us on Instagram @War.on.94pod
We're back with a weekly recap of the Bears running wild at home and the Packers stumbling off a cliff at Mile High. Plus, a look ahead to week 8 and a little sneak peak of the NBA! Thanks for listening! If you like what you hear, consider leaving us a five-star review!
No, the show isn't going anywhere. Frank and Evan are here to discuss Week Six, in which the boys were present at Soldier Field to celebrate Frank's last weekend as an unmarried man! They discuss the Fields injury and what it might mean for his future. We also look ahead towards some incredibly forgettable Week Seven matchups and discuss what it might take for the Bears and Packers to come out victorious.
What's this? A happy Frank??? Believe it or not, the Bears are off the schneid and Justin Fields lit it up again. On the other side, Evan is feeling down as the Packers drop another primetime game and Jordan Love lays an egg. With a bye upcoming, how can the Packers get themselves back in Evan's good graces? And will he survive a trip to Soldier Field this Sunday for Frank's bachelor party? Listen and find out! Make sure to join Evan & Frank every Sunday on instagram (@war.on.94pod) for their live NFL pregame show. Pod: @war.on.94pod Frank: @oldfrancis Evan: @e_schlanzz
Another week and some more heartbreak for your favorite guys. The Packers get humbled by the Lions while the Bears bumble and stumble their way to 0-4. Where's the off ramp? Frank & Evan talk how to fix their teams and if Matt Eberflus is coaching for his job on Thursday night. The boys finish with baseball talk as the Brewers go down and the Cubs hot stove is already heating up. Make sure to join Evan & Frank every Sunday on instagram (@war.on.94pod) for their live NFL pregame show. Pod: @war.on.94pod Frank: @oldfrancis Evan: @e_schlanzz
Two sides of the fan spectrum this week for Evan & Frank. The Bears get laughed off the field in front of Taylor Swift and the whole country while Jordan Love and the Packers complete a huge 4th quarter comeback. Is there any hope left for Chicago? Probably not. The boys also preview Thursday's game between the Packers and Lions and discuss the MLB postseason heading into the final week of the regular season. Be sure to join Evan & Frank every Sunday on instagram for their live NFL Sunday pregame show Pod: @war.on.94pod Frank: @oldfrancis Evan: @e_schlanzz
Another week and another load of optimism from your favorite podcast! The Packers and Bears both lose in Week 2 and Evan still hates Joe Barry. Will Justin Fields ever return to the form we saw last season? Can the Packers defense learn to stop the run? Did the boys record the podcast too early and miss one of the wilder news days in Bears history? The answer to the final question is yes. But listen to the pod to find out about the other two! Be sure to join Evan & Frank every Sunday as they host their live pregame show on the show's instagram @war.on.94pod Pod: @war.on.94pod Frank: @oldfrancis Evan: @e_schlanzz
Evan & Frank are here to talk about the week 1 thrashing that was Bears-Packers. Frank copes with the poor effort of his team while Evan revels in the performance by Jordan Love and the defense. Will Frank have anything positive to say? Probably not. The fellas finish up with some baseball talk as the final stretch has arrived and go over some of the standout moments from NFL Week 1. Be sure to join Evan & Frank every Sunday as they host their live pregame show on the podcast instagram @war.on.94pod 11/10c Pod: @war.on.94pod Frank: @oldfrancis Evan: @e_schlanzz
The fellas are back! After a long hiatus, Evan and Frank return to preview the Bears and Packers ahead of their Week 1 matchup. Will either QB take that next step? Can the defenses show their true potential? What year was 'Sacksonville' a thing? Find out all that and more on the latest episode of the War On 94! Thanks for listening to the War on 94! Like what you hear? Drop us a review and share with a friend. Be sure to follow us on IG and catch our live podcast this Sunday, 9/10:Pod: @war.on.94podFrank: @oldfrancis Evan: @e_schlanzz
The boys are back and navigate some technical issues to talk a little World Cup, catch up on the latest scores, and recap where the Bears and Packers stand as we march past the halfway point of the NFL season and give out some awards. Thanks for listening to the War on 94 Podcast! Like what you hear? Drop us a review and share with a friend. Be sure to follow us on Twitter and Instagram so you don't miss an episode!