
Location:
Chicago, IL
Networks:
ESPN
Description:
Chicago Sports
Twitter:
@CarmenDeFalco
Language:
English
Contact:
190 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601 312-332-3776
Email:
cjh@espnchicago.com
Episodes
4/23 11AM: Shea's Omnibus NFL Draft List
4/23/2026
More talk as the NFL draft inches closer... the guys take a look at some mock draft options & is there ANY chance the Bears could trade out of the 25th pick? What's Better: NFL Draft Day or the Super Bowl? The guys take a look at Shea's Omnibus List of guys the Bears should draft. Taking calls on the NFL draft... caller still mad that the Bears didn't get their comp picks!
Duration:00:43:20
4/23 10AM: Will The White Sox Extend Murakami??
4/23/2026
The guys bounce back with audio of the ESPN Milwaukee guys laughing at Loveland pick... plus how big of a deal is it REALLY that Mike Vrabel is missing draft night for "counseling?" White Sox need to ALREADY start to think about extending Murakami! The slugger smashed his FIFTH HR in a row! The guys get in a heated discussion about which route the White Sox might take... They wrap things up with the Brunch Rush and taking calls on NFL draft and Vrabel.
Duration:00:46:05
4/23 9AM: NFL Draft Day! What Pick Would Surprise Bears Fans?
4/23/2026
It's draft day! Carmen and Shea breakdown who the Bears could pick and what would surprise you? Shea will Bear-Cot if the Bears make THIS dumb decision??? What draft positions make a team great? Carm is FIRED UP about certain teams and their draft decisions. Taking calls on draft, plus the Bears will have to pay Odunze eventually... or will they?
Duration:00:47:08
4/22 11AM: Jesse Rogers
4/22/2026
Jesse Rogers joins the show to talk all things Cubs and White Sox. Are PCA's struggles a concern? Plus, how much do you really trust Ryan Poles in the NFL draft tomorrow? The guys talk about their concern level for Poles and the Bears, and look at some of the Bears most recent draft picks. They look at a poll put out by the Tribune on Bears fans and what their reaction would be if the Bears move to Hammond.
Duration:00:44:44
4/22 10AM: Who Should Be Bulls next HC? Bring back Thibs?
4/22/2026
Carm is FIRED UP! Silvy takes shots at him over Tom Thibodeau? He fires back saying Bulls need a younger coach and gives examples of all the successful NBA franchises. Who do you want to see as the Bulls next HC? They take calls on the question. Plus, they do the Brunch Rush and give an update on NBA & NHL playoffs.
Duration:00:47:01
4/22 9AM: Is Akheem Mesidor's Age Concern for Bears in NFL Draft?
4/22/2026
Baseball is BOOMING in Chicago! The guys open the show by talking about the Cubs and White Sox wins last night... teams are regretting their decisions to not go all in on Murakami! Plus, they update the Nico-O-Meter. They listen to audio from Bears Assistant GM Jeff King on the Bears prior to the draft. Is Akheem Mesidor's age a concern? They look at PCA's numbers at the plate since August... should Cubs fans be concerned at his decline or is it just a slump? Plus, Sam Antonacci had one of the craziest first career HR's in MLB history!
Duration:00:46:21
4/21 11AM: Tom Thayer
4/21/2026
Tom Thayer joins at the top of the hour to talk all things NFL & Bears ahead of the draft. What should the Bears do with their pick? Plus, the guys revisit Billy Donovan's announcement that he is stepping down as the Bulls HC. Who should take his place as the next HC of the Bulls?
Duration:00:47:07
4/21 10AM: Courtney Cronin
4/21/2026
Courtney Cronin starts the hour reacting to the news of Billy Donovan leaving the Bulls and talks all things Bears ahead of the NFL draft. Who should the Bears target with the 25th pick? Plus, the guys take calls on the NFL draft & prospects. They round things out with the Brunch Rush and more Bulls & Bears calls.
Duration:00:45:30
4/21 9AM: Breaking News - Billy Donovan Steps Away as Bulls HC
4/21/2026
BREAKING NEWS: Billy Donovan steps away as Bulls HC! The guys live react to the news and take calls on who should be the next head coach. Plus, Carmen and Jurko listen to audio from Caleb Williams press conference from yesterday...he talks about wanting to be the best bears QB EVER and the DJ Moore trade. Also, Carmen and Jurko react to Matt Miller's Bears Mock Draft from Waddle and Silvy... Jurko disagree's with Miller's pick.
Duration:00:44:31
4/20 11AM: Bears Made Right Decision Not Trading for Dexter Lawrence!
4/20/2026
The guys take a look at the Nico-O-Meter updated... how long will he stay hot? Can he reach 100 RBI's this season? The Bengals took a chance with trading the 10th pick for Dexter Lawrence. The guys agree that they are glad the Bears did NOT make that trade. Jack does his movie review: Caddyshack. Around the NBA... Bulls in official search for new GM!
Duration:00:45:10
4/20 10AM: Brunch Rush & Who's the Douche?
4/20/2026
Why aren't a lot of MLB teams hitting home runs? Jurko breaks down some numbers...even if he does the math wrong. Plus, Jack and Hannah bring up the ongoing ESPN Chicago fantasy baseball controversy... Shea comes on the show HOT!! Who's the Douche? They round it out with the Brunch Rush and Players of the Weekend.
Duration:00:45:59
4/20 9am: Cubs & Sox Winning Weekends! Dexter Lawrence Worth the First Round Pick?
4/20/2026
Carmen and Jurko start the show recapping the Cubs sweep of the Mets and the White Sox series win. Did the Mets make a mistake not intentionally walking Nico Hoerner? Plus, they talk about Dexter Lawrence being traded to the Bengals for the 10th overall pick. Was the price too much? Bulls have started their GM search!
Duration:00:45:55
4/17 11AM: Noah Schultz
4/17/2026
Hour 3: White Sox Rookie Pitcher Noah Schultz joined Carmen & Jurko to discuss his first Major League start and what's next for him and the White Sox. Chicago Cubs Skipper Craig Counsell gives and update on Ace Cade Horton. NBA Insider Brain Windhorst shares his thoughts on the problem with the NBA.
Duration:00:46:41
4/17 10AM: The Brunch Rush
4/17/2026
Hour 2: Carmen & Jurko served up The Brunch Rush, Carmen's Blind Ranking: 80's Commercials, Jurko Key: Keys to Golfing In The Cold and Mike North's Bonus Play of the Week.
Duration:00:52:19
4/17 9AM: The White Sox Are So Broken..... Can The Team Be Fixed?
4/17/2026
Hour 1: Carmen & Jurko discussed when is it appropriate for fans to demand change with the White Sox and Blackhawks front offices? The White Sox season has been more of the same, with an awful implosion today, and Davidson said today the playoffs are a realistic goal next year but would take a "major step." How about make the playoffs in 2027 or you lose your job for both front offices? Are fans *too* patient with these teams?
Duration:00:48:53
4/16 11AM: The NBA Has A Massive Ratings Spike.... How?
4/16/2026
Hour 3: Carmen & Jurko discussed the NBA massive ratings jump; the Cubs take 2 of 3 from the Phillies, Jed Hoyer gives details on how the Cubs will work through team injuries. Beat-Off to Beat Cancer campaign, Producer Jack will watch another movie from his top 25 list tonight and more!
Duration:00:46:08
4/16 10AM: The Brunch Rush
4/16/2026
Hour 2: Carmen & Jurko served up The Brunch Rush, discussed the NFL Draft being a week away; ESPN NFL Insider Field Yates shared his thoughts on the Bears trading for Dexter Lawrence. Jurko explains Mushroom Hunting and the White Sox Starting Lineup On Base Percentage.
Duration:00:48:00
4/16 9AM: Pat Boyle
4/16/2026
Hour 1: Chicago Blackhawks Pregame and Postgame Live Host Pat Boyle joined Carmen & Jurko to discuss the state of the Blackhawks. Carmen & Jurko discussed Cubs take 2 of 3 from the Phillies; Nico Horner is having a great season, welcome to the Nic-o-Meter! Jed Hoyer on the Cubs injuries as a team and the NBA Play-In-Tournament GSW beat LAC to advance to the next game.
Duration:00:46:43
4/15 11AM: Jesse Rogers
4/15/2026
Hour 3: MLB Insider ESPN Jesse Rogers joined Carmen & Jurko with updates on the White Sox, Cubs and the latest MLB storylines. Carmen & Jurko discussed that Jackie Robinson Day should be Opening Day for MLB. Plus, the latest Mel Kyper's Mock Draft and more.
Duration:00:45:49
4/15 10AM: The Brunch Rush
4/15/2026
Hour 2: Carmen & Jurko served up The Brunch Rush, discussed the NBA Play-In-Tournament; it was a must watch. Portland Trailblazers Deni Avdija thought the Bulls were going to take him in the NBA Draft but took Patrick Williams. What a mistake the Chicago Bulls has made.
Duration:00:48:22
