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Dan Bernstein Unfiltered
Hosted by 312 Sports · EN
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.
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Why is Bruce Levine Apologizing?
Yesterday01:03:40Summary readyDan Bernstein reacts to the fallout from Bruce Levine’s mistaken tweet/text incident, questioning why a reporter should have to apologize for simply sharing a thought about the team he covers. 0:00 Bruce Levine39:00 Cubs 46:20 Caleb Wilson53:00 Olive GardenDan argues that if Levine owes anyone an apology, it’s not for using the names “Twinkle Dee” and “Twinkle Dum” in what should have remained a private conversation—it’s to the source within the organization who was inadvertently exposed. Later, Dan explains why he believes Caleb Wilson could become a special player for the Bulls and wraps up with a look at the return of Olive Garden’s wildly popular Pasta Pass.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.
SummaryThe Accidental Masterpiece of Chicago Baseball Twitter
2d ago01:00:31Summary readyDan Bernstein celebrates one of the greatest mistakes in Chicago baseball social media history — because, let's be honest, we've all been there.0:00 Bruce's tweet22:00 Bryce Harper46:30 Caleb Wilson 54:00 Dan can't trust himselfBryce Harper has no one to blame but himself, and a look back at a rough night for the Bulls and Caleb Wilson that was somehow still a whole lot of fun.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.
SummaryCaleb Wilson Makes His First Impression
3d ago00:58:06Summary readyDan Bernstein couldn't stop thinking one thing while watching Caleb Wilson's NBA Summer League debut: he's a Chicago Bull. 0:00 Caleb Wilson15:45 Replacing King21:00 MLB Draft33:10 World Cup38:00 Lindsey Graham 42:00 Bison55:20 DBU PicksDan shares his impressions of the rookie's first appearance and what it could mean for the future of the franchise. Plus, he weighs in on the possibility of replacing Stacey King on Bulls broadcasts, recaps the latest MLB Draft developments, and looks back at the Club World Cup quarterfinals ahead of this week's semifinal matchups. And one more piece of advice: avoid an angry, horny bison at all costs.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.
SummaryIndiana Governor Mike Braun Has No Clue About the Chicago Bears' Future
6d ago01:10:45Summary readyDan Bernstein unloads on Indiana Governor Mike Braun after his latest comments about the Bears and a potential move to Indiana, arguing the governor has no idea what he’s talking about. 0:00 Mike Braun5:00 Norwegian Dan11:00 FFF48:00 Top 10 List1:10:00 DBU PicksPlus, it’s Friday, which means another edition of Friday Feedback Friday, where listeners weigh in on the week’s biggest topics. The show wraps with this week’s Top 10 List and 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.
SummaryThe Most Unbelievable Headline of 2026
1w ago01:04:31Summary readyDan Bernstein kicks things off with one of the wildest stories of the year out of Indiana, where an alleged arsonist reportedly severed his own penis and used it to ignite a neighbor’s garage. 0:00 Story of the Year20:45 Telemundo32:00 Blackhawks37:20 Pete Crow-ArmstrongFrom there, Dan praises Telemundo’s World Cup coverage as the best thing on television right now, discusses the news that Connor Bedard is expected to miss the start of the NHL season, and reveals his latest player comparison for Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong.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.
SummaryPCA's Star Is Rising — Where Are the Sponsors?
1w ago01:10:12Summary readyDan Bernstein dives into the rapidly growing star power of Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, wondering why more major brands haven’t already lined up to secure endorsement deals with one of baseball’s most marketable young players. 0:00 PCA34:30 JD & MLB 55:00 Discounted GroceriesDan argues that companies may be missing a golden opportunity to get in on the ground floor before PCA’s profile climbs even higher.The conversation also turns to Major League Baseball as Bernstein shares his growing appreciation for Cubs television analyst Jim Deshaies and the value he brings to broadcasts. Plus, Dan weighs an unexpected question: is he overlooking a chance to save money by passing up discounted groceries? Tune in for baseball talk, media observations, and a few thoughts on bargain hunting.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.
SummaryFavored. Home Crowd. Humiliated. USMNT Crushed 4-1 by Belgium
1w ago01:00:23Summary readyDan Bernstein recaps the USMNT's disastrous 4-1 loss to Belgium in World Cup play, a performance so bad that one of the goals allowed had Dan laughing.0:00 World Cup31:20 Bears Stadium43:30 Miguel Vargas52:00 Hobbits & DragonsPlus, new comments from the mayor of Hammond add another twist to the ongoing Bears stadium saga. Dan also gives a shoutout to White Sox slugger Miguel Vargas for earning his first All-Star selection. To close out the show, things take a turn into fantasy as the conversation shifts to hobbits, dragons, and everything in between.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.
SummaryThe White House Fights for Folarin Balogun to Play Against Belgium
1w ago00:54:51Summary readyDan Bernstein dives into the irony of the White House calling on FIFA to overturn Folarin Balogun’s red card just days after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled against the administration’s effort to end birthright citizenship. 0:00 USA Soccer18:20 MLB33:00 John Smoltz52:15 NBA53:15 DBU PicksBalogun, who was born in Brooklyn to Nigerian parents and raised primarily in London, suddenly finds himself at the center of a debate far bigger than soccer.Later, Dan shares newly uncovered information about changes to MLB baseballs and how they may be affecting the game across the league this season. Plus, John Smoltz comes close to making a coherent point before completely losing the thread.The NBA’s Summer League is underway, bringing plenty of storylines, standout performances, and reasons to overreact. Dan breaks down everything happening around the league before wrapping up the show with another edition of 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.
SummaryCan the Chicago Cubs Stay Steady?
2w ago00:58:17Summary readyDan Bernstein takes stock of the Cubs' roller-coaster season and asks the big question: Can they avoid falling back into the kind of prolonged slump that nearly derailed them this spring? 0:00 Cubs28:00 NBA34:45 The Onion46:20 A Feel-Good Story54:20 4th of July WarningDan knows the Cubs are capable of playing at a high level, but he also knows just how bad things can get when they're not at their best. The challenge now is finding consistency and making sure they don't revisit their lowest point of the season. Plus, Dan reacts to the latest major NBA news, discusses The Onion's takeover of Infowars, and delivers his annual Fourth of July warning.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.
SummaryPete Crow-Armstrong Joins Ruth and Gehrig: A Month for the History Books
2w ago01:00:48Summary readyDan Bernstein breaks down Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic month and where it stands among the greatest stretches in MLB history. 0:00 Matt miller21:45 Bulls31:30 PCA49:00 Gator TalkHe also reacts to the latest developments surrounding Matt Miller following his serious car accident. Plus, we revisit our wild Gator story with new updates and reactions.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.
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