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On today's interview episode we ate joined by Chicago Radio legend Dan McNeil. he tells stories on how he got started in radio and the Chicago sports scene in the 90's. We also get into who was more important specifically to the city of Chicago - Michael Jordan or Walter Payton.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL player Tim Grunhard to discuss the Chicago Bears' offseason improvements. They break down Joe Thuney's likely impact on the offensive line and Caleb Williams' development.

Dan McNeil welcomes Big Ten Network Football Analyst Howard Griffith to discuss the NFL Combine, the Bears' draft needs, and offensive line prospects. They also chat about new head coach Ben Johnson and break down the seismic changes in college football.

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL coach Herm Edwards to discuss Ben Johnson's hiring by the Bears, Chicago's quarterback situation, and offseason moves.

Former Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz joins Dan McNeil to discuss new Bears head coach Ben Johnson. Martz also highlights Caleb Williams' development and the NFC North outlook for 2025.

NFL legend Kurt Warner joins Dan McNeil to discuss new Bears coach Ben Johnson, Caleb Williams' development, Rome Odunze's potential, and the team's offensive future. Plus, insights on the NFC North race and how the Bears stack up against the competition.

Chicago media legend Dan McNeil makes his CHGO debut after writing his latest book I Bear Witness. McNeil talks all things Bears with Adam Hoge and Mark Carman looking back at the 1985 Bears and all the missteps that occurred leading up to today. Hoge discusses his latest piece on Ben Johnson and how the Bears finally adjusted their hiring process. Carm considers playing the harmonica to celebrate. Hoge and Carm host the CHGO Bears Podcast.

Dan McNeil welcomes former Bears coach Dave Wannstedt to discuss the Ben Johnson hiring, Chicago's coaching staff, and NFL decision-making. They also debate the Bears' defensive priorities, NFL coaching trends, and Mike McCarthy's next move.

Dan McNeil gives his initial reactions to the press conference introducing Ben Johnson as the Bears' newest head coach. Dan has optimism about Johnson's potential impact on the Bears, especially his ability to adapt and grow a team. Will Bears' management step out of their comfort zone and address the challenges to make the team a contender again?

January 17, 2025, 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central is wheels up for The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! in 2025! Garry's guest will be Dan McNeil to discuss his book "I Bear Witness". The cocktail hour show streams LIVE exclusively on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel. Streaming the show LIVE on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel is the only way to be sure we see your comments in the virtual studio, and it's the only way to play along with Leslie's giveaway.

 Friday, January 17, 2025, 6 p.m. Eastern/5 Central is wheels up for The Garry Meier Show Cocktail Hour LIVE! in 2025! Garry's guest will be Dan McNeil to discuss his book "I Bear Witness". The cocktail hour show streams LIVE exclusively on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel. Streaming the show LIVE on the GarrForceLIVE YouTube channel is the only way to be sure we see your comments in the virtual studio, and it's the only way to play along with Leslie's giveaway. It's free! 

Dan McNeil welcomes former Bears OL star Tom Thayer to discuss Chicago's offseason strategies. Thayer stresses the need for the Bears to prioritize the weight room, improve performance from high-paid players, and address key roster gaps.

Dan McNeil welcomes fantasy sports expert Paul Charchian to discuss the NFL playoffs, focusing on the NFC North. Highlights include insights on the Vikings' season, Kevin O'Connell's impact on Sam Darnold, and Brian Flores' coaching future.

Dan McNeil welcomes sportscaster Wayne Larrivee to discuss the Bears and the NFC North. They dive into Chicago's defensive struggles, rebuilding hopes under new leadership, and Caleb Williams' potential as a franchise quarterback.

Dan McNeil and Ricky Watters reflect on the Bears' history, including their clash with the 1995 49ers. They discuss Saquon Barkley's record-breaking season, the evolution of NFL running backs, and playoff predictions.

Dan McNeil reacts to the Chicago Bears' dreadful 6-3 loss to the Seahawks, calling it one of the worst games of the season. He criticizes interim coach Thomas Brown's decision to punt late in the game instead of attempting a field goal. He highlights Caleb Williams' poor performance, including seven sacks and minimal passing yards.

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL quarterback Erik Kramer to discuss the Chicago Bears' struggles this season. They also discuss head coach prospects, Caleb Williams' potential, and organizational challenges. 

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFLer Lomas Brown as the Bears prepare to take on the Detroit Lions. They discuss the Bears' struggles and critique former head coach Matt Eberflus' late-game timeout mismanagement. Plus, thoughts on Ben Johnson as a potential Bears coaching candidate and the challenges of competing in the NFC North.

NFL Hall of Famer Steve Young joins Dan McNeil following yet another Bears loss, this time to the 49ers. Young offers his thoughts on Caleb Williams' potential and the challenges of organizational cohesion in Chicago. Can Williams escape the same fate as Justin Fields?

The Bears managed just 4 yards of offense in the first half and lost 38-13 to the San Francisco 49ers. Dan McNeil reacts to the offense's lack of big plays, what the feeling should be regarding Thomas Brown's first game, and who the Bears should pick to lead the team next.

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL coach Ron Rivera to discuss the chaos and hardship that has engulfed the Chicago Bears. Rivera believes the McCaskey family is finally ready to be more hands-off in their approach to the front office, a fact that could alter the team's destiny.

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Dan McNeil recaps the Bears' loss to the Lions, highlighting their recurring struggles, including poor first halves, weak coaching under Matt Eberflus, and missed opportunities. Danny urges Chicago to rebuild with better leadership.

Dan McNeil welcomes NFL Hall of Famer Tim Brown to discuss the Chicago Bears' struggles, Caleb Williams' growing pains, and the challenges of balancing wide receiver roles. What can fans expect from Williams now that he's already on his second OC?

Dan McNeil reacts after the Bears' failed rally against the Packers. Caleb Williams drove the offense into field goal range, but Green Bay blocked the attempt and stole the win in Chicago.

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL offensive tackle Bryan Bulaga to talk Bears and Packers. How does the Green Bay organization compare to Chicago's, and what does the future hold for the Bears' young stars?

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL star Daryl "Moose" Johnston to discuss the challenges facing the Chicago Bears. They break down the Bears' need for consistency, head coach Matt Eberflus's performance, and more. 

Dan McNeil says Chicago is losing their coaching battles as he reacts to the Bears losing 19-3 to the lowly Patriots. He highlights the continued struggles and regression from Caleb Williams, what the Bears do to fix the problems and, what Matt Eberflus' future is in Chicago.

Dan McNeil chats with former Patriots linebacker Rob Ninkovich about the NFL struggles in New England and Chicago this season. They also break down the upcoming battle Week 10 battle between the Pats and Bears.

Dan McNeil critiques the Bears' coaching, offensive line, and overall lack of toughness following a 29-9 loss to the Cardinals, leaving them 4-4. He highlights injuries, missed opportunities, and underperformance by key players.

Somehow, the Bears won a very inconsistent game at Washington - only to lose it on a Hail Mary as time expired. Dan McNeil reacts to the wild finish and the head-scratchers along the way as the Bears fall to 4-3.

Former NFL coach Jay Gruden joins Dan McNeil to discuss the Bears' development this season and their chances to contend in the tough NFC North. They also discuss rookie phenom Jayden Daniels and other NFL storylines.

Dan McNeil interviews former Bears quarterback Eric Kramer, who weighs in on the Bears' recent three-game winning streak, Caleb Williams' improvement, and how the Bears have stabilized their offensive line.

Dan McNeil discusses Bears' offensive line issues with guest Keith Van Horn, former Chicago Bears offensive tackle. They break down the team's struggles and recall some memories of the legendary 1985 Bears squad.

Dan McNeil reacts following the Bears' easy victory over the Jaguars in London. Caleb Williams was in complete command, throwing two TDs each to Keenan Allen and Cole Kmet.

The Bears are now 3-2 after a convincing 36-10 win against the Carolina Panthers. Dan McNeil breaks down the game.

While Caleb Williams is getting up to speed, the Bears defense has kept them in games. Herm Edwards joins Dan McNeil to talk about that defense and more in today's Danny Mac Podcast/

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL coach and analyst Mike Martz to discuss the Chicago Bears' early struggles and the untapped potential of rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. Despite a poor offensive start and an injured, weak offensive line, Martz believes Williams is a special talent.

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL player Brandon Stokley to discuss the struggles of Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears. They discuss the team's slow start, issues with the offensive line, and how Caleb Williams needs better protection to thrive.

Caleb Williams and the Bears faced another test against a tough defense, but this time, they came up short. The Houston Texans beat the Chicago Bears on Sunday Night Football 19-13. Dan McNeil breaks down the game in this post-game edition of the Danny Mac Podcast.

Dan McNeil welcomes Houston sportswriter John McClain to discuss the Houston Texans' impressive start under rookie quarterback CJ Stroud. They also discuss the Bears' Caleb Williams, the importance of solid team management, and predict the outcome of the Texas v Bears Week 2 clash.

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL coach Tony Dungy to discuss the Bears-Texans matchup, highlighting young quarterbacks Caleb Williams and CJ Stroud. Dungy reflects on his coaching career, community contributions, and the evolving NFL landscape, including gambling and player safety.

Dan McNeil welcomes NFL Hall of Famer Richard Dent to discuss his experiences with the Chicago Bears. Dent dishes on the Bears' legendary 1985 team, the challenges of contract negotiations, and the missed opportunities to win more Super Bowls. Dent also reflects on his post-football life and offers thoughts on his upcoming documentary about the 1985 Bears.

Dan McNeil welcomes former All-Pro wide receiver TJ Houshmandzadeh to discuss Caleb Williams' potential, wide receiver Rome Odunze, and rookie quarterbacks and receivers' challenges. TJ also emphasizes the need for better coaching in the NFL, particularly for wide receivers.

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL wide receiver Amani Toomer, who shares insights on Andre Johnson's Hall of Fame career and thoughts on Rome Odunze and Caleb Williams. Toomer also discusses Jim Harbaugh's potential NFL return and his experiences with teammates from his Michigan days.

Dan McNeil welcomes Bears QB Tyson Bagent to discuss his promising young NFL career. After taking over for Justin Fields last season, Bagent proved his worth -- but the arrival of Caleb Williams could complicate matters.

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL running back Merril Hoge to discuss the suspense around the Bears' #1 draft pick options. Hoge offers his thoughts on the player evaluation process and how important it is to find the right talent for the right team. Would Caleb Williams be at home in Chicago

A fixture in Chicago Sports Radio and my friend for many years, Dan I I discuss our glory days at WSCR Chicago's first full time sports radio station. Beyond our good time talk, we lament the fact that local big city radio has lost it's impact, just like TV has.

On today's show, host Jon Zaghloul talks with Dan McNeil, host of “Danny Mac's Friday Tailgate” on WJOB and sports radio legend, about the Bears' decision to retain Matt Eberflus and fire Luke Getsy. Jon also reacts to the moves, and takes a look at the offseason to come. Find […]

On today's show, host Jon Zaghloul talks with Dan McNeil, sports talk radio legend and host of The Danny Mac Podcast, about the Bears' decision to retain Matt Eberflus, fire Luke Getsy, and, at the moment, keep Justin Fields. Find a list of our syndication partners here, and listen/watch on a […]