Bernstein & Holmes Show
Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes bring you fun, smart and compelling Chicago sports talk with great listener interaction. Rey Diaz is the executive producer, and Adam Studzinski is the associate producer.
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Episodes (500)
Jaylon Johnson, Bears reach 4-year contract extension (Hour 1)
Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi opened their show by reacting to Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson and the Bears reaching an agreement on a four-year contract extension worth up to $76 million. They then explained how Bears general manager Ryan Poles sent the right message to players on Chicago's roster by signing Johnson to the lucrative extension. Later, Bernstein and Rahimi then reacted to the Bulls coming up big in the clutch again by earning a 125-122 win over the Warriors on Thursday night.
Alex Cohen talks Cubs' top prospects: Pete Crow-Armstrong, Matt Shaw, Owen Caissie (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi were joined by Marquee Sports Network play-by-play announcer Alex Cohen to discuss the Cubs' top prospects, including outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, infielder Matt Shaw, outfielder Owen Caissie and right-hander Caleb Kilian. BetQL Daily host Joe Ostrowski then joined the show to discuss the latest Bulls' win total as well as the odds on Chicago guard Coby White winning the NBA's Most Improved Player award, Bears quarterback Justin Fields' next team and NL Central win totals. Later, during the High Noon segment, Bernstein and Rahimi discussed "Smash Park" — 50,000 square feet of pickleball, karaoke and more.
Kevin Fishbain talks Jaylon Johnson's contract, market for Justin Fields (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi were joined by Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic to discuss Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson and the Bears reaching an agreement on a four-year contract extension worth up to $76 million. Fishbain also discussed the trade market for Bears quarterback Justin Fields. Bernstein then explained why he believes the Bulls' passing velocity is too slow. Later, he discussed how Chicago star forward DeMar DeRozan is on pace to have the most productive 3-point shooting season of his career.
Caleb Williams isn't being represented by agent but is being advised by one (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi reacted to reporting from Kalyn Kahler of The Athletic that presumptive No. 1 overall draft pick Caleb Williams isn't being represented by an agent but is being advised by one. Bernstein and Rahimi then listened and reacted to ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller share his thoughts on Williams after meeting him at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. Later, they listened and reacted to Score teammate Mark Grote do his impression of the way that late Score legend Les Grobstein would've reacted to Bears coach Matt Eberflus and Packers coach Matt LaFleur hanging out together at a Marquette basketball game earlier this week.
Transition | Is DeMar DeRozan underappreciated, underrated by Bulls fans?
Dan Bernstein was joined by Danny Parkins and Gabe Ramirez for the daily transition segment, where they pondered whether Bulls star forward DeMar DeRozan is under appreciated and underrated by fans.
Matt Miller: Caleb Williams is funny, personable, humble, confident
Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi listened and reacted to ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller share his thoughts on presumptive No. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams after meeting him at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.
DeMar DeRozan is on pace to have his most productive 3-point shooting season
Dan Bernstein explained how Bulls star forward DeMar DeRozan is on pace to have the most productive 3-point shooting season of his career.
Kevin Fishbain talks Jaylon Johnson's contract, market for Justin Fields
Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi were joined by Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic to discuss Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson and the Bears reaching an agreement on a four-year contract extension worth up to $76 million. Fishbain also discussed the trade market for Bears quarterback Justin Fields.
Joe Ostrowski talks odds on Coby White winning Most Improved Player, Justin Fields' new team odds
Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi were joined by BetQL Daily host Joe Ostrowski to discuss the latest Bulls' win total as well as the odds on Chicago guard Coby White winning the NBA's Most Improved Player award, Bears quarterback Justin Fields' next team and NL Central win totals.
Alex Cohen talks Cubs' top prospects: Pete Crow-Armstrong, Matt Shaw, Owen Caissie, Caleb Kilian
Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi were joined by Marquee Sports Network play-by-play announcer Alex Cohen to discuss the Cubs' top prospects, including outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, infielder Matt Shaw, outfielder Owen Caissie and right-hander Caleb Kilian.
Ryan Poles sent right message to Bears players with Jaylon Johnson's 4-year contract extension
Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi explained how Bears general manager Ryan Poles sent the right message to players on Chicago's roster by signing Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson to a four-year contract extension worth up to $76 million.
Jaylon Johnson, Bears reach 4-year contract extension
Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi reacted to Pro Bowl cornerback Jaylon Johnson and the Bears reaching an agreement on a four-year contract extension worth up to $76 million.
Full Show — March 7, 2024
Transition | John Schriffen goes viral for Eloy Jimenez home run call
Dan Bernstein was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for the daily transition segment, where they discussed new White Sox television play-by-play announcer John Schriffen going viral for his call of a home run by slugger Eloy Jimenez and more.
Billy Donovan, Coby White, John Collins talk Bulls-Jazz sideline scuffle (Hour 1)
Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi opened their show by listening and reacting to Bulls coach Billy Donovan, guard Coby White and Jazz forward John Collins discuss the late-game sideline scuffle that involved Collins and Chicago assistant coach Chris Fleming on Wednesday. The Bulls held on for a 119-117 win after the altercation. Later, Bernstein and Rahimi debated the significance of the Bulls leading the NBA in "clutch minutes" played. What does it really say about the team?
Bears are preparing to unveil plan for new domed lakefront stadium (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi reacted to the news that the Bears are preparing to unveil a plan for a new domed lakefront stadium, according to Crain's Chicago Business. Bernstein explained why it's likely a move to create leverage to extract the best deal from Arlington Heights, where the Bears own Arlington Park and have been eyeing a new stadium. Back in June, the Bears began interior demolition of Arlington Park but then revealed that they’re exploring other locations and municipalities for a new stadium following friction over tax assessments in Arlington Heights. After that, Bernstein and Rahimi pondered how the Cubs will set the order of their starting rotation. Later, during the High Noon segment, they discussed Iditarod musher Dallas Seavey being penalized for not properly gutting a moose that he killed to protect his dogs.
Alex Shapiro talks defensive tackle & safety markets for Bears, acquisition of OL Ryan Bates (Hour 3)
In the third hour, Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi were joined by Alex Shapiro of NBC Sports Chicago to discuss potential options for the Bears in free agency at the defensive tackle and safety positions, Chicago's acquisition of offensive lineman Ryan Bates in trade with Buffalo and more. Bernstein and Rahimi then listened and reacted to Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce get emotional talking to brother and newly retired Eagles center Jason about his retirement. Later, Bernstein and Rahimi reacted to Netflix announcing that former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson and social media influencer/boxer Jake Paul will go head to head in a "boxing mega-event" on a livestream on its platform on July 20.
Jason Lieser talks Jaylon Johnson-Bears negotiations, Justin Fields' market (Hour 4)
In the final hour, Dan Bernstein and Leila Rahimi were joined by Jason Lieser of the Sun-Times to discuss contract negotiations between star cornerback Jaylon Johnson and the Bears after the team announced Tuesday it was placing the non-exclusive franchise tag on him. Lieser also discussed the trade market for quarterback Justin Fields and more. Bernstein then explained why he wants to be truthful and fair with new White Sox play-by-play announcer John Schriffen's acclimation process to the club's television booth. Later, Bernstein listened and reacted to former Bears guard Kyle Long tell the story of the time he was all that stood between a 330-pound man and a $1-million contract incentive.
Bernstein wants to be truthful, fair with John Schriffen's acclimation to White Sox booth
Dan Bernstein explained why he wants to be truthful and fair with new White Sox play-by-play announcer John Schriffen's acclimation process to the club's television booth.