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Dan Bernstein Unfiltered is where Chicago sports gets told straight — no filters, no filler. After nearly three decades on Chicago radio, Dan’s back with longtime executive producer Matt Abbatacola at his side, ready to break down the stories that actually matter.From the highs and lows of the Chicago Bears, Bulls, Cubs, White Sox, and Blackhawks to the biggest headlines across the sports world, nothing’s off-limits. Expect sharp takes, smart debate, and the kind of unflinching honesty Chicago fans have always known Dan for — with Matt chiming in when it counts.New episodes drop every weekday morning.

Dan Bernstein dives into the Giannis trade fallout and breaks down the Bulls’ move for Nic Claxton. 0:00 NBA19:40 White Sox33:10 Dansby Swanson312 Sports goes live from the Advocate Center for full NBA Draft coverage. Plus, we pitch a wild new idea for a 2026 White Sox mascot and Dan takes us on a trip through the land of “Pretty Good Shortstops.”Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to...✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan Bernstein breaks down the latest on the Bears’ Arlington Heights stadium deal—could a special legislative session be coming soon? 0:00 Bears Stadium21:45 Dusty May / NBA Draft37:00 White Sox50:25 World Cup- Scotland1:01:27 DBU PicksPlus, big NBA news as the Mavericks hire Dusty May as head coach. Dan offers a lighthearted apology to White Sox fans, and highlights one of the best storylines of the 2026 World Cup: Scotland. We wrap up with today's DBU Picks. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to...✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan Bernstein breaks down the latest “proposal” from MLB team owners to the MLBPA—and sums it up in one word: no. 0:00 MLB13:30 FFF44:20 Top 10 List1:03:20 DBU PicksHe explains why the plan would fundamentally reshape the structure of Major League Baseball in all the wrong ways. It’s also Friday, which means another round of Friday Feedback Friday, plus a creatively reimagined Top 10 List from Dan. The show wraps with this week’s DBU Picks heading into the weekend.Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to...✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan Bernstein takes a moment to savor the global spectacle of the World Cup and the stories that make it unforgettable—from TSA encounters involving ranch dressing to Scottish fans reportedly drinking Boston out of beer. 0:00 World Cup26:45 Tiago Splitter28:30 White Sox35:45 SF Giants47:25 US OpenAlong the way, we dive into Dan’s uncanny “kiss of death” effect on the White Sox, checks back in on the Giants and their Pride Night follow-up, and wraps things up with a quick look at the latest U.S. Open leaderboard.Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to...✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan Bernstein opens the show by marking the five-year anniversary of the Chicago Bears’ announcement to purchase land in Arlington Heights for a new stadium. He reflects on how the process has stalled, calling it a frustrating misfire—from the initial vision to the hiring of Kevin Warren—with the team no closer to breaking ground today than it was on June 17, 2021.0:00 Bears23:45 White Sox32:25 NBA Finals37:45 Brazil - Bungee Jumping The “Bernstein Kiss of Death” struck again as Davis Martin and the White Sox were routed 12–2 by the Yankees. Dan also dives into the business-driven nature of the NBA, questioning whether the buzz around the Finals reflects the league’s strength or simply a New York-driven spotlight. Plus, a tragic story out of Brazil, where a young woman lost her life during a bungee jumping excursion.Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to...✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan Bernstein is buying what the Bulls are selling. We break down why Tiago Splitter might actually be the perfect fit for a team finally ready to commit to youth, player development, and building through the draft. Is this the start of a real plan in Chicago?0:00 Bulls11:30 White Sox33:45 San Francisco Giants43:20 Brendan Sorsby49:20 The OdysseyPlus, a marquee matchup in the Bronx as the White Sox take on the Yankees in a star-studded showdown featuring multiple All-Stars on both sides. Big names, big stage — what should you be watching for?We also dive into the growing tension in San Francisco, as Giants pitchers continue to draw attention for standing in opposition to the team’s Pride Night. What it means for the clubhouse and the league at large.In football news, Brendan Sorsby is taking a major gamble by entering the NFL Supplemental Draft — we discuss the risks and what this move says about his future.And to wrap it up: The Odyssey is getting the movie treatment. Are we in… or is this a hard pass?All that and more on today’s show. 🎙️🔥Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to...✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan Bernstein brings the heat on this episode, arguing that both things can be true: the Knicks earned their NBA title—and the Spurs absolutely gave it away. 0:00 NBA20:45 Giants Pitchers39:20 Brendan Sorsby45:30 NHL50:55 World Cup1:09:00 DBU PicksIn fact, if these teams played ten best-of-seven series, San Antonio probably wins nine… but this was that one, and New York cashed in. Dan also weighs in on the San Francisco pitchers who pushed back on Pride Night hats, urging players to stand by their beliefs without hiding behind scripture. Plus, the Brendan Sorsby situation at Texas Tech keeps getting stranger—what’s really going on there? We also hit the highs: Carolina lifts the Stanley Cup, Team USA gets it done on the World Cup stage, and a shoutout to the Libertyville Wildcats for capturing the 4A state baseball title. We wrap it all up with DBU Picks.Dan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to...✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Chicago Bears' stadium search has another chapter. While the Hammond site has been discussed as a potential option for the franchise's future home, new questions are emerging about whether the location actually has enough space to accommodate everything the Bears want in a modern NFL stadium development.In this episode, we break down the concerns surrounding the Hammond proposal, including land availability, parking requirements, surrounding infrastructure, and whether the site can support the massive mixed-use district the Bears have envisioned and how Kevin Warren and the Bears continue to say but not do what they say.Dan also dives into Friday Feedback Friday and gives his top 10 list of Cubs and White Sox best major league debuts.The Best Replacement Windows and Doors at the Best Price. Chicagowindowguys.com Go to MyBookie.ag now, use code DBU, and get your first bet covered up to $500. If it doesn’t hit, use your Bet Back Bonus token and run it back.Make sure to subscribe to...✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Dan Benrstein breaks down a thrilling Game 4 between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, as the Knicks escaped with a dramatic 107-106 victory to take a commanding 3-1 series lead. What were the biggest plays, key coaching decisions, and turning points that could define this Finals matchup? He covers it all and discuss whether the Spurs have any chance of mounting a historic comeback.Plus, the World Cup officially kicks off this week! We preview the biggest storylines for Team USA, teams to watch, and what fans should expect as one of the world's biggest sporting events gets underway.We also learned how much money Bob Costas made for his appearance on the White Sox' recent 1980s-themed broadcast alongside Steve Stone. Make sure to subscribe to...✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.com#nbafinals #knicks #spursSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dan Bernstein breaks down the latest comments from Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker on the Chicago Bears’ stadium situation—and reads between the lines. To Dan, it sounds like a clear message to team chairman George McCaskey: get it together and figure it out.0:00 JB Pritzker26:20 White Sox37:40 Main Sox TV Broadcast42:45 Will Venable51:30 NBAPlus, excitement is building on the South Side as the White Sox notch another win, fueled by a rookie call-up who plays hero with a walk-off against one of the National League’s top teams.And we set the stage for Game 4 of the NBA Finals as the series heats upDan Bernstein Unfiltered drops Monday-Friday 11am CT Make sure to subscribe to...✅ Dan Bernstein Unfiltered✅ Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast 🏈✅ Organization Win Championships: A Chicago Bulls Podcast 🏀✅ Off The Ivy: A Chicago Cubs Podcast ⚾️All links to YouTube, Apple, Spotify and more available on 312Sports.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.