Waddle & Silvy

Carmen joins Jesse to talk the White Sox ahead of their matchup with the Twins. We also get to what to watch for, and preview the weekend!

Taylor McGregor joins Jesse to talk week one in College Football and the Cubs. We also get to Quick Bitch!

Kevin Gausman joins Jesse on Waddle and Silvy after his night SHOVING against the Brewers. We also discuss if it's right to root for both the Sox and the Cubs!

Jesse is in for Waddle and Silvy to send you off into your holiday weekend! Jesse recaps the stars coming out to watch PCA at Wrigley last night and is joined by Barstool Big Cat!

Waddle & Silvy welcome Jeff Joniak to discuss the Bears’ expectations heading into the 2026 season. Rich shares his 10–7 prediction, praises Caleb Williams and Colston Loveland, and explains why he believes the Bears can take a major step forward. Jeff provides a practice report, including updates on Rome Odunze, D’Andre Swift, Austin Booker, and the Bears’ defensive line. The show also covers the Cubs’ fading division hopes, the White Sox’s playoff push, Jacob Misiorowski’s complaints about the Wrigley Field mound, and Munetaka Murakami’s troubling slump.

Waddle & Silvy welcome Rich Eisen to discuss the Bears’ outlook, Caleb Williams, Colston Loveland, and Rich’s 10–7 season prediction. The guys also react to Rome Odunze and D'Andre Swift leaving practice early, examine the White Sox’s playoff hopes and Luis Castillo’s struggles, and listen to highlights from Caleb Williams’ appearance on Hot Ones.

Waddle & Silvy go fully uncensored on the FAFO livestream edition of Waddle's World, debating Shohei Ohtani’s MVP chances, ranking the Cubs and White Sox, and discussing the SEC’s lawsuit against LSU over former NFL players. The guys also react to Cam Skattebo, Clemson’s decline, and John Harbaugh’s viral football conversations before taking a wild turn into stalking, human skulls, John Wayne Gacy’s brain, rabies, and a political candidate accused of planting cocaine on his opponent.

Waddle & Sylvy go fully uncensored on the FAFO livestream, breaking down the Cubs’ bullpen collapse, the Brewers’ remarkable development pipeline, and the White Sox’s push to stay atop the AL Central. The guys take calls on the Cubs’ playoff chances, Luis Castillo, Murakami’s slump, the greatest athlete debate, Michael Jordan versus LeBron, and plenty of unfiltered Chicago sports opinions. Plus, stories about childhood heartbreak, old Cubs memories, hockey legends, and the callers who make FAFO what it is.

Waddle & Silvy recap the Bears Insider roundtable and discuss the latest developments in the Kyler Gordon saga, including workout videos that appear to show a disconnect between Gordon and the Bears’ medical staff. The guys debate whether the relationship can be repaired and whether Gordon should remain with the team. They also discuss Caleb Williams potentially taking less money to help the Bears build a winner, compare Ryan Poles and Jed Hoyer, and preview the Cubs’ postseason chances and the White Sox’s push for the AL Central.

Waddle and Silvy commence their annual Chicago Bears Media Roundtable with Courtney Cronin, Adam Jahns, Patrick Finley, Adam Hoge, Dionne Miller, Peggy Kusinski and Pat the Designer.

Waddle & Silvy continue the countdown of Tom Waddle’s 10 most important Bears, with Austin Booker landing at No. 5—or possibly No. 6 after Waddle accidentally lists two players at No. 6. The guys discuss Booker’s pass-rushing potential and how much the Bears need their defense to improve. In Waddle’s World, the crew covers Tiger Woods’ suspended license, Penn State’s Paterno family football experience, Kirk Cousins becoming the Raiders’ starter and the Bears’ thin offensive tackle situation. Plus, they play “Florida or Ohio” and debate a raccoon caught with a meth pipe.

Waddle & Silvy break down the latest twist in the Kyler Gordon saga after workout videos surface on social media, creating more questions about his rehab and relationship with the Bears. The guys also discuss the Cubs’ bullpen struggles, their fading chance to catch the Brewers and the White Sox’s huge upcoming start from Davis Martin. Plus, they compare Ryan Poles and Jed Hoyer, debate whether the Cubs’ trade deadline moves can still pay off and revisit the Bears’ defensive outlook heading into the season.

Waddle & Silvy lead off with the latest on Kyler Gordon’s ongoing injury mystery after Ryan Poles said he does not know whether the cornerback will play for the Bears again. The guys discuss the growing frustration, Gordon’s future with the team and how the Bears are preparing to move forward without him. Jesse Rogers joins the show to discuss the Cubs’ postseason outlook, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic season, Clay Holmes’ impact and the White Sox’s pitching concerns. Plus, Aki’s A-List examines Caleb Williams’ growing leadership and the debate over position players pitching.

Waddle & Silvy celebrate the 35th anniversary of Tom Waddle’s first career touchdown catch with a special edition of “Tales From the Stylist's Chair.” Tom shares the story behind the catch, getting cut and re-signed, buying tickets for his family and the unforgettable moment with Mike Ditka afterward. The guys also discuss the Bears’ offensive potential, debate their minimum expectations for the season and welcome Michael Wilbon to talk Cubs baseball, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic run and the Bears’ chances of making the playoffs.

Waddle & Silvy continue Tom Waddle’s countdown of the 10 most important Bears with Colston Loveland landing at No. 6. The guys also debate the Packers’ handling of Josh Jacobs, react to the NFL’s projected top 100 players and discuss whether Caleb Williams could statistically outperform Patrick Mahomes. Plus, John Lester joins the show to talk about Pete Crow-Armstrong’s incredible stretch, the Cubs’ postseason chances, his Cubs Hall of Fame weekend, Greg Maddux’s prank, his infamous pickoff struggles and the problem of position players pitching.

Waddle & Silvy dive into the growing mystery surrounding Kyler Gordon after Ryan Poles admits he is unsure whether the Bears cornerback will play for the team again this year. The guys debate Gordon’s future, the frustration surrounding his ongoing injury and whether the Bears should try to salvage the relationship. They also discuss the Bears’ development under Ben Johnson, Ryan Poles’ mixed record as general manager and the team’s defensive roster construction. Plus, they debate baseball’s use of position players as pitchers, revisit the “don’t care bucket” and break down Caleb Williams’ growing leadership role.

Waddle & Silvy recap the Bears’ preseason finale, including standout performances from Tyson Bagent, Zavion Thomas, Roshon Johnson, Maurice Alexander and Jordan Van Den Burg. The guys discuss how Ben Johnson’s coaching has influenced the development of the Bears’ young players and debate Ryan Poles’ record as general manager. The show also features Waddle & Silvy’s “Good, Bad and Dirty” weekend recap, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic stretch with the Cubs, Scottie Scheffler’s continued dominance and a debate over who would win in a fight: a bodybuilder or an arm wrestler.

Waddle & Silvy break down the Bears’ preseason finale, including Zavion Thomas’ game-breaking speed, Tyson Bagent’s strong performance and the team’s offensive potential under Ben Johnson. The guys also debate Ryan Poles’ tenure as Bears general manager, weighing his successful moves against the lack of defensive draft hits. In Waddle’s World, Tom reveals ESPN’s preseason NFL power rankings, with the Bears landing at No. 12 and the Packers ranked ahead of them. The guys also discuss roller-coaster injuries, the bizarre looksmaxing trend and the proper way to keep score at a baseball game.

Waddle & Silvy react to an eventful weekend in Chicago sports. The guys break down the Bears’ preseason win over Tennessee, including Tyson Bagent’s impressive performance, Zavion Thomas’ breakout game and the team’s growing offensive potential. They also discuss the Bears’ defensive concerns, Gervon Dexter’s trade, roster moves and the importance of players like Jayln Johnson, Kyler Gordon and Jordan Van Den Berg. On the baseball side, the crew debates the Cubs’ frustrating recent stretch, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic power surge and whether the bigger emotion should be excitement over PCA or concern about the Cubs’ playoff positioning. They also look at the White Sox maintaining their lead in the AL Central despite major questions about the starting rotation.

Jeff Meller joins Waddle & Silvy to discuss the White Sox's push for the AL Central, Tristan Peters' remarkable breakout season, and whether the starting rotation can hold together through the stretch run. Meller also shares his favorite fantasy football draft values, why he's avoiding a couple of early-round running backs, and why D'Andre Swift could be one of the better values on the board. The hour also features Aki's A-List, with NFL award odds, Bears betting markets, and more.

Waddle and Silvy react to Dan Campbell's thoughts on high school football before Waddle reflects on the end of his NFL career and why players should appreciate every opportunity they get. The guys mix in Cubs and White Sox talk before unveiling Rome Odunze as No. 8 on Tom Waddle's 10 Most Important Bears, explaining why the second-year receiver is poised for a breakout season in Ben Johnson's offense. They also discuss the growing national praise for Ben Johnson and wrap up with What to Watch For heading into the weekend.

Tom Thayer joins Waddle & Silvy from Tennessee to break down everything he saw during the Bears' joint practices with the Titans. He discusses Rome Odunze's impressive week, Roschon Johnson's strong camp, Braxton Jones' development, Logan Jones' learning curve, and why the Bears' defensive tackles have caught his attention. Thayer also previews the preseason opener, highlighting the players he's most eager to watch and why the offensive line still has the most to prove. The hour wraps with Waddle's World, Florida or Ohio, fantasy football talk, and a little Cubs-Reds scoreboard watching.

Waddle and Silvy ask Bears fans a simple question: what is the minimum level of success this season? The guys agree that simply seeing Caleb Williams improve is no longer enough and that making the playoffs has to be the expectation. They compare the Bears to recent Bengals teams, debate whether the defense can be good enough to support a high-powered offense, and discuss what it would take to finally open a sustained championship window. The hour also includes fantasy football talk, Cubs MVP chatter and a look at Tristan Peters' home-run streak.

Jeff Joniak joins Waddle and Silvy from Nashville to recap the Bears' second joint practice against the Titans, highlighting Caleb Williams' sharp performance, Colston Loveland's continued emergence, the offensive line, and the competitive atmosphere between the two teams. Joniak also discusses the Bears' special teams outlook, Trey Taylor, Daniel Hardy, and why he believes the unit has a chance to become one of the team's biggest strengths. Later, Aki's A-List examines Sean McDermott's visit to Bears camp, ESPN's ranking of the Bears as one of the NFL's most watchable teams, and why Ben Johnson's offense could be built for shootouts. The hour closes with Pete Crow-Armstrong's criticism of MLB's balk rule and a debate over whether obvious missed balks should become reviewable.

Quick Bitch takes over the hour as Waddle and Silvy and their listeners unload about bad parking etiquette, airport security, fantasy football mock drafts, spouses, gluten allergies, dirty bathrooms, and just about everything else that has annoyed them this week. The conversation then shifts back to baseball after Jeff Passan's report on Major League Baseball's latest labor proposal, with the guys questioning whether a free-agent dead period would make the offseason even more boring. Waddle and Silvy also debate the best story on the first-place White Sox, with Tristan Peters, Miguel Vargas, Grant Taylor and Chri s Getz all earning strong cases after another impressive stretch. The hour wraps with callers debating whether Chicago's success is a product of a weak American League or simply a talented young team taking advantage of its opportunity before Jeff Joniak joins from Nashville.

Adam Hoge joins Waddle and Silvy from Nashville to break down the Bears' second joint practice against the Titans, including Caleb Williams' bounce-back performance, the offensive line, Braxton Jones, Rome Odunze, and the ongoing left tackle competition. Hoge also discusses the latest injuries, why the Bears appear further ahead than they were entering last season, and whether the starters have seen enough work before the preseason finale. After Hoge, the guys react to breaking news involving Packers running back Josh Jacobs before Waddle's World goes off the rails with Zyn flavors, Dolly Parton, cologne etiquette, and Major League Baseball Power Rankings. The hour wraps with the Cubs climbing to No. 3 despite a disappointing road trip, the White Sox slipping in the rankings, and a setup for Quick Bitch.

Waddle and Silvy react to Titans head coach Robert Saleh comparing Caleb Williams to a young Russell Wilson and debate whether Bears fans would sign up today for Russell Wilson's first decade in Seattle. The guys also discuss a much better day for the Bears in Nashville after a rough practice in Cincinnati, including injuries to Austin Booker and Gervon Dexter and Ben Johnson's approach to managing player workloads. Caleb explains how he's improving his processing and becoming a stronger leader as the Bears continue preseason work. Waddle also unveils No. 9 on his "10 Most Important Bears" list with rookie safety Dylan Thieneman before the guys wrap up by celebrating Tristan Peters' fifth straight game with a home run and his remarkable breakout season.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Jesse Rogers from Rate Field to discuss a tough series loss for the Cubs and a big 3 game stretch for the White Sox. Then, they run through LaMotta's List

Waddle and Silvy continue the Bears conversation with listeners before kicking off the annual countdown of Tom Waddle's 10 Most Important Bears. Waddle explains why the list is not simply the team's best players, but instead the players whose seasons will have the biggest impact on the Bears' success. The guys also revisit the anniversary of the Khalil Mack trade during Tales from the Stylist Chair, remembering how the blockbuster move reshaped the franchise. Along the way, they mix in listener calls, shopping habits, and the kind of Bears debates that make list season one of the most anticipated parts of the preseason.

Waddle and Silvy spend the hour taking Bears calls as fans share their biggest prediction, concern, or expectation heading into the 2026 season. The guys debate whether Caleb Williams can take another step without immediately becoming one of the NFL's elite quarterbacks, and whether the Bears could actually be a better football team even if they finish with fewer wins than last year. They also discuss concerns surrounding the offensive line, defensive front, and whether expectations for Caleb have become unrealistic after his strong finish to last season. The hour wraps with Waddle's World, featuring Pat Murphy's message to a young Brewer, Paul Skenes' dominant return, and another entertaining round of Florida or Ohio.

Waddle and Silvy react to another frustrating Cubs collapse in Arizona and debate whether Jacob Webb's recent struggles are simply regression, fatigue, or the league finally adjusting to him. They also discuss encouraging news on Darnell Wright, the discouraging setback for Ben Brown, and what it means for the Cubs' postseason bullpen plans. Then the conversation turns almost entirely to the Bears, as the guys ask listeners for their biggest prediction entering the 2026 season. Will the Bears actually be better than last year's 11-win team? How much pressure is on Caleb Williams, and what are the biggest reasons for optimism—or concern—before Week 1?

Michael Wilbon joins Waddle and Silvy to discuss the growing controversy surrounding players returning to college after NFL opportunities, the Big Ten's new policy, and why college athletics desperately needs clearer rules. Wilbon also weighs in on the Cubs' playoff chances, Pete Crow-Armstrong's MVP race with Shohei Ohtani, and the Diamondbacks accusing Chicago of stealing signs. The guys continue their daily Cubs and White Sox conversation with Chicago Baseball Power Rankings, while also revisiting PCA's MVP odds and the White Sox's pitching struggles after another rough outing.

Waddle and Silvy debate the Cubs' all-time team after Ian Happ earns a spot in left field, with Waddle making the case that Moisés Alou, Kris Bryant and Kyle Schwarber all had stronger Cubs peaks. Waddle's World returns with a mix of sports and oddball stories, including CTE research, college athletics, sleep disorders and a running joke about Aiden trying to swat a bee despite being allergic.

Waddle and Silvy react to Jordan Schultz's report that the Bears have explored trade scenarios involving defensive tackle Gervon Dexter before shifting their focus to the team's biggest remaining camp questions. Courtney Cronin joins live from Halas Hall to provide updates on Darnell Wright's elbow injury, the left tackle battle, the safety competition, and why Jalen Johnson's leadership stood out during practice. She also explains why a Dexter trade would not be surprising given the Bears' defensive line depth and discusses Caleb Williams' continued growth within Ben Johnson's offense. The hour also includes a look at the Bears' new rivalry uniforms, Ben Johnson's memorable "don't care" response, and why expectations around Caleb will only continue to grow.

Waddle and Silvy broadcast live from Halas Hall and discuss the final public Bears training camp practice, with Tom Waddle praising Rome Odunze's movement and Colston Loveland's ability to create mismatches. The guys revisit Caleb Williams' missed deep throw to Loveland against Cincinnati and debate Ben Johnson's explanation for why the Bears quarterback should have dialed back the aggression on first-and-20. Stacey Dales joins to break down Jordan Vandenberg's emergence, Ben Johnson's coaching style, the ongoing battles at left tackle and safety, and why Caleb continues to grow at the line of scrimmage. She also weighs in on the possibility of the Bears moving Gervon Dexter before the season, the progress of Ozzy Trapilo's recovery, and why Ben Johnson's attention to detail has quickly earned the respect of everyone inside Halas Hall.

Waddle and Silvy try to take a more positive approach to Bears-Bengals before they run through LaMotta's List.

Waddle and Silvy continue discussing what happened in Cincinnati for the Bears before they recap the weekend with the Good, the Bad, the Dirty.

Waddle and Silvy continue discussing their main takeaways from the Bears loss to the Bengals. Then, they get weird in Waddle's World.

Waddle and Silvy break down the Bears loss to the Bengals and discuss what it means for the team moving forward. They hear from Ben Johnson and Caleb Williams and get a break down from Waddle about a missed throw to Colston Loveland.

Waddle and Silvy get some anger off their chests with Quick Bitch before they run through Aki's A-List.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Barstool Big Cat for their weekly conversation. Then, they discuss Caleb Williams's MVP potential before setting your weekend viewing with What to Watch For.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Super Bowl champion and Bears color analyst Tom Thayer. Then, they run through Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

It's a Dr. Pepper Bears Friday! Waddle and Silvy discuss the Bears' preseason matchup with the Bengals and what they're looking for in their second preseason game of the yar.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Jeff Joniak live from Cincinnati to discuss his observations from Bengals-Bears joint practice. Then, they run through Aki's A-List.

Waddle and Silvy discuss what they've heard from Bears-Bengals joint practices before they dig into what their favorite longshot bets are.

Waddle and Silvy are back to FAFO one more time! They are joined for a camp report by Pat the Designer before they share their conversation with Antwaan Randle-El.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Jesse Rogers to recap Sox Cubs before Michael Wilbon hops on for his weekly conversation.

Waddle and Silvy break down the White Sox shutting out the Cubs in Game 3 of Cubs-Sox at Wrigley Field.

Waddle and Silvy close out their FAFO session with Waddle's World.

Waddle and Silvy bring you a Cubs-Sox watchalong as they bring in a variety of friends, including David Kaplan, Jeff Meller and Carmen DeFalco.

Waddle and Silvy discuss the best regular season games they can remember before they're joined by Cubs starter Clay Holmes. Then, they wrap things up by going through Aki's A-List.

Patrick Finley of the Chicago Sun-Times joins Waddle and Silvy to discuss his latest observations from Halas Hall.

Marquee Sports Network's Boog Sciambi joins Waddle and Silvy to recap Cubs and Sox. Then, the guys run through Waddle's World.

Waddle and Silvy react to another classic chapter in the Crosstown Series rivalry. They discuss the ascension of Pete Crow-Armstrong and Will Venable's decision-making.

Voice of the White Sox Len Kasper joins Waddle and Silvy to preview the Crosstown Classic. Then, they run through Aki's A-List and handout their toasts of the game from the Bears preseason game.

Waddle and Silvy turn their focus toward Sox-Cubs ahead of a massive rivalry series. Then, they recap the weekend with the Good, the Bad and the Dirty.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by ESPN's Louis Riddick before they run through Waddle's World.

Waddle and Silvy react to the Bears' 34-10 win over the Cleveland Browns. They discuss what they saw from the left tackle position and Waddle Shares his film observations. Plus, they try to figure out what in the world is up with Kyler Gordon.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by broadcaster and voice of the Detroit Tigers Jason Benetti. Then, they run through Aki's A-List and set your weekend viewing with What to Watch For

Waddle and Silvy get some complaints off their chests in Quick Bitch before they run through Waddle's World. Then, they get a surprise appearance from Barstool Big Cat on the Ben Devine situation.

Waddle and Silvy discuss the arrival of the first Bears Friday of the season and what they want to see from the Bears as they face the Cleveland Browns.

Waddle and Silvy continue their FAFO sesh at Halas Hall and discuss the latest on the Bears, Cubs and White Sox.

Waddle and Silvy are live at Halas Hall to FAFO after the Bears brass met the media regarding training camp and their stadium project. Then, they are joined by Rick Sutcliffe to discuss the Cubs' NL Central chances and his attendance at Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's wedding.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Jeff Joniak live at Halas Hall before they run through Aki's A-List.

Waddle and Silvy are live at Halas Hall to react to what Kevin Warren and George McCaskey had to say regarding the Bears stadium project.

Jesse Rogers joins Waddle and Silvy before they run through Aki's A-List

Waddle and Silvy remember a big day in Chicago sports history in Tales From the Stylist's Chair. Then, they're joined by Courtney Cronin for her observations at Halas Hall.

Waddle and Silvy break down the latest from the Bears, Cubs and White Sox before they run through Waddle's World. Then, they play Florida or Ohio.

Waddle and Silvy react to Dan Pompei's profile of Ben Johnson in The Athletic and why they're even more fired up about the Bears head coach.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Michael Wilbon for their weekly conversation. Then, they talk to Tom Thayer for a Bears practice recap and his observations from a big day of practice.

Waddle and Silvy continue analyzing the fallout from the Coby Bryant injury before they're joined by Courtney Cronin. Then, they share their updated Chicago baseball power rankings.

Waddle and Silvy react to the devastating news that Coby Bryant is out 4-6 months and why it is such a massive loss for the Bears. Then, they run through Waddle's World.

Waddle and Silvy are live at Halas Hall! They discuss the week ahead for the Bears and hear from Ben Johnson, where he announces Coby Bryant will be out 4-6 months.

Waddle and Hoodie break down the young up and comers on the Bears roster before running through Aki's A-List

Waddle and Hoodie get a surprise visit from Carmen DeFalco before they recap the weekend with the Good, the Bad and the Dirty.

Hoodie and Waddle discuss a gritty win from the White Sox and get weird in Waddle's World.

Jonathan Hood fills in for Silvy as he and Waddle break down the recent slew of injuries for the Chicago Bears and why they're not concerned about the team impact of Luther Burden's injury.

Jesse Rogers joins Peggy and Dionne to discuss PCA's MVP case and the recent stretch for the Cubs and White Sox.

Peggy and Dionne continue their Bears conversation before running through Waddle's World and playing Florida or Ohio.

Peggy and Dionne fill in for Waddle and Silvy as they discuss Bears training camp and much more.

Waddle and Silvy react to another MVP moment for Pete Crow-Armstrong before they run through Aki's A-List.

Waddle and Silvy get some frustrations off their chests in Quick Bitch before they break down the recent stretch of baseball from the Red Sox.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Courtney Cronin for an update from Bears training camp. Then, they run through Waddle's World.

Waddle and Silvy discuss the White Sox struggles in Boston and why they're confident they'll bounce back. They also break down what Ben Johnson had to say at Halas Hall this morning.

Waddle and Silvy hear Charlie recount the time he fell into a camel exhibit before they run through Aki's A-List.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Barstool Big Cat for their weekly conversation.

Waddle and Silvy break down the Darnell Wright extension and Bears training camp with Kevin Fishbain before they run through Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

Waddle and Silvy react to the Cubs win over the Dodgers in Tarik Skubal's debut before they break down Darnell Wright's contract extension.

Waddle and Silvy have Michael Wilbon for his weekly chat and wrap up the show.

The guys update their weekly Chicago Baseball Power Rankings, talking Cubs/Sox deadline. Taking Calls on the Chicago Baseball scene. Darnell Wright got extended, did the Bears get good value?

Waddle and Silvy react to Darnell Wright's extension, Jeff Joniak talks all things Bears, then they take a trip inside Waddle's World.

The guys are live from Halas Hall. Kyle Long joins the show, he gives them Tales From the Stylist Chair. Waddle debuts a new cologne, and gives his thoughts on his Bears training camp practice. The guys play sound from Ben Johnsons media session. 

Waddle and Silvy recap a whirlwind day of trades for the Sox and Cubs with Jesse Rogers. Then, they run through Aki’s A-List.

Waddle and Silvy react to the Cubs' big swing for Clay Holmes following the Kevin Gausman trade. They also discuss the White Sox moves in adding to their rotation, outfield and behind the plate. Plus, they recap the weekend with the Good, the Bad and the Dirty.

Waddle and Silvy break down the latest from Halas Hall and get the latest on the Coby Bryant injury

Jesse Rogers joins Waddle and Silvy off the jump to dispute reports the Cubs have acquired Reid Detmers. They break down the rest of the trade deadline and what the Cubs and Sox have done to this point, and even react to breaking Cubs trades.

Waddle and Silvy set your weekend viewing in What to Watch For. Then, they run through Aki's A-List.

Voice of the Bears Jeff Joniak joins Waddle and Silvy to discuss his observations from Bears training camp. Then, they get one final trade deadline report from Jesse Rogers ahead of the weekend.

Waddle and Silvy hear from Ben Johnson and his response to Liam Coen. They also discuss the Bears' ability to stave off regression and how they can continue on the trajectory they were on.

Waddle and Silvy get some frustrations off their chest in Quick Bitch. Then they run through Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

Waddle and Silvy react to two dramatic wins for the Cubs and Sox before they speculate on trade deadline options for both sides of town.

Courtney Cronin joins Waddle and Silvy to discuss her observations from Halas Hall as the Bears begin the early days of training camp.

Waddle and Silvy FAFO in Waddle's World before they react to the end of the Cubs and White Sox games.

Waddle and Silvy are back on the FAFO show to discuss a wild night of extra innings baseball for the Sox and Cubs. They also kick around trade possibilities and discuss Waddle's Lollapalooza traffic frustrations.

Waddle and Silvy hear from Caleb Williams at the podium inside Halas Hall today before they discuss if there's any hope for their pass-rush. Then, they run through Aki's A-List

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Barstool Big Cat for their weekly conversation. Then, they discuss what Silvy is passing down to his son tonight.

Waddle and Silvy discuss Wand Night coming to Rate Field before they're joined by the wizard himself, Mike Vasil. Then, they run through Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

Waddle and Silvy kick things off discussing what Dennis Allen had to say up at Halas Hall. Then they're joined by Pro Bowl NFL left tackle Terron Armstead to discuss his time with Bears O-line coach Dan Roushar and his impressions of the Bears offensive line.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Michael Wilbon for his weekly conversation. Then, they run through Aki's A-List.

Waddle and Silvy discuss the White Sox and Cubs playoff aspirations before they update their Chicago baseball power rankings. Then, they discuss training camp memories in Tales From the Stylist's Chair.

Waddle and Silvy hear Ben Johnson's media availability today before they run through Waddle's World.

Waddle and Silvy break down some of the news from Ryan Poles at Halas Hall today before the guys are joined in-person by Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher.

Waddle and Silvy discuss their excitement levels for playoff baseball vs a potential undefeated Packers-Bears matchup. Then, they run through Aidan's A-List.

Waddle and Silvy discuss Kyler Gordon starting on the PUP list and what Caleb Williams had to say on Up and Adams. Then, they recap the weekend with the Good, the Bad and the Dirty.

Waddle and Silvy discuss the recent banning of Downtown Dean before they run through Waddle's World.

Silvy is back from his Greek odyssey to discuss the latest in Cubs-White Sox and to break down what our baseballs should do on both sides of town.

Waddle and Aki welcome Jesse Rogers to the program to discuss all the latest news surrounding the White Sox and Cubs. The guys also go through Aki's A-List, ranking the top five newcomers for the Bears this season.

Waddle and Aki are joined by Barstool Big Cat as they discuss Patrick Kane back in Chicago and another 50/50 raffle win.

Waddle and Aki have fun going through Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio!

Tom Waddle and Tyler Aki are in today and they begin the show reacting to finding out that one of our ESPN1000 co-workers doesn't know how to ride a bike. What are some things that you should be able to do as an adult that you should know?

Waddle and Tyler get some frustration off their chest in Quick Bitch.

Waddle and Tyler discuss the Ringer's listing of Caleb Williams as the Bears biggest question for the 2026 season. They share their biggest Bears question marks before they run through Waddle's World.

Waddle and Tyler discuss if the Chicago sports world has entered a sports renaissance: This October, the Bulls will have Caleb Wilson, the Blackhawks will have Patrick Kane, the Bears will be in Week 5 and both baseball teams could be in the World Series. Operation Chasing October has begun.

Waddle and Tyler continue their Bears conversation before they examine 2 potential bullpen arms for the White Sox and Cubs. Then, they run through LaMotta's list.

Waddle and Tyler are joined by Jeff Joniak to preview Bears training camp and the rest of the NFC North. Then, they debate who has the better core of young players between the Bears and White Sox.

Waddle gets a chance to share his baseball power rankings before he and Tyler run through Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

Tyler recaps his journey to Wrigley Field in what he described as a baseball disgrace by the Detroit Tigers. He and Waddle also discuss the nearing trade deadline and some potential targets for both sides of town.

After Aaron Rodgers reunited with his family, Tyler and Jesse discuss the top Chicago sports reunions they want to see. Then, they run through LaMotta's List.

Tyler and Jesse continue discussing why they feel better about the Sox October prospects before they remember a new World Series revelation in Tales From the Stylist's Chair.

Tyler and Jesse discuss what Jesse's hearing at the trade deadline regarding the Cubs and White Sox.

Hey there buddy! Jesse Rogers fills in for Waddle as he and Tyler discuss the 2026 MLB trade deadline with MLB insider Buster Olney.

Waddle and Tyler discuss the Cubs' honoring of their 2016 World Series before they run through Aki's A-List.

Tyler and Waddle discuss ESPN's NFC North division odds before they recap the weekend with the Good, the Bad and the Dirty.

Tyler and Waddle continue their trade deadline conversation before they get weird in Waddle's World.

Waddle and Tyler discuss the Cubs and White Sox coming off an impressive weekend of baseball and how they should approach the deadline. They also discuss Carmen's suggestion of a Poo Dollar.

Tyler and Shea are joined by Jesse Rogers to kick off the post-All-Star game stretch of the MLB season.

Tyler and Shea discuss a bizarre bachelor party Tyler attended before they set your weekend viewing in What to Watch For.

Tyler and Shea continue their conversation about their least favorite sports towns before they run through Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

With the Cubs trying to chase down the Brewers and the White Sox trying to fend off the Guardians, Tyler and Shea discuss the sports teams they can not stand and will just not go away.

Shea and Tyler discuss a trend Shea has noticed after his wife got invited to a bridal shower of someone she's never met: Envelope grifters. They discuss if Shea's in the wrong or if callers think he's in the right.

Tyler and Shea get some complaints off their chest in Quick Bitch. Then, they discuss LeBron James's drawn-out free agency.

Tyler and Shea discuss the looming possibility of an MLB lock out before they run through Norling's Nonsense

Shea fills in for Waddle as he and Tyler react to Jesse Rogers calling Shea a dork for being excited about seeing the Odyssey.

Waddle and Tyler pick up their Bears and White Sox conversations before they run through Aki's A-List.

Voice of the Bears Jeff Joniak joins Waddle and Tyler to break down the latest from Bearsville as they approach exactly a month before their opening preseason game.

Waddle and Tyler are joined by Barstool Big Cat for his weekly conversation. Then, they run through Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

With the All-Star Game now in the rearview mirror, Waddle and Tyler officially turn the page toward the football season. They go around the room and discuss their biggest question about the Bears

Waddle and Tyler discuss a report outlining the Bulls disfunction under AKME before they run through Aidan's A-List.

Waddle, Tyler and the guys reveal their updated top-10 power rankings of Chicago baseball players before they discuss old MLB All-Star games in Tales From the Stylist's Chair.

Waddle and Tyler take a closer look at Rome Odunze and how he fits into this Bears offense. Then, they run through Waddle's World.

Waddle and Tyler recap the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby before they discuss the potential of an MLB lockout and the sport losing the momentum it built up.

Waddle and Tyler are joined by ESPN MLB Insider Jesse Rogers live from the 2026 All-Star Game in Philadelphia. Then, they run through Aki's A-List.

Waddle and Tyler discuss recent updates on both sides of towns before they recap the weekend with the Good, the Bad and the Dirty.

Waddle and Tyler discuss a recent bout of NFL surveys that had Caleb Williams as a top-10 quarterback in the NFL. Then, the guys run through Waddle's World.

Tyler fills in for Silvy as he and Waddle break down a successful first half of the 2026 MLB season for the Cubs and White Sox. They discuss where the two clubs stand and if the Cubs can chase down the Brewers.

Waddle and Silvy react to comments from former NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck as he shares his thoughts on Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and what he expects from the young star. The guys break down whether they agree with Hasselbeck's evaluation before Tyler Aki wraps up the show with another edition of Aki's A-List.

It's time for another edition of Quick Bitch as Waddle, Silvy, and the crew vent about the little things driving them crazy this week. Then, the guys wrap up the show with What to Watch For, sharing the games, events, and storylines they'll be keeping an eye on throughout the weekend.

ESPN's Jesse Rogers joins Waddle and Silvy to break down the White Sox, the return of Munetaka Murakami before the All-Star break, and where Chicago's stars stack up among baseball's best. Jesse also shares who he believes the White Sox are targeting with their first-round pick in the MLB Draft. Plus, the guys dive into another edition of Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

Waddle and Silvy get you ready for the weekend! The guys kick off the show by previewing the White Sox's upcoming series against the Athletics and discussing the anticipated return of slugger Munetaka Murakami before the All-Star break. Silvy also puts everyone to the test with another edition of "Player A vs. Player B," comparing some of Chicago's pitchers. Plus, Waddle and Silvy erupt on MLB Network's Greg Amsinger after he claimed Cubs standout Pete Crow-Armstrong isn't one of the top 10 players in Major League Baseball.

The guys F around and find out! Why isn't PCA considered an MVP candidate, sending poop pics and more!

The voice of the Bears Jeff Joniak joins Waddle & Silvy for an offseason conversation, Plus, Tyler runs through Thursday's edition of Aki's A-List!

White Sox Pre/Post game host Jeff Meller double dips after a Sox losing series and joins Waddle and Silvy to discuss where the team sits after being swept at home. Plus, Sox fans call in with their own thoughts as Mune Murakami is set to return to the lineup!

The guys revisit the topic of Connor Bedard being out for 4 months due to shoulder surgery. Plus, more on Tom Brady and Bill Belichick in Aki's A-List!

Barstool Big Cat joins the guys to talk about how is ANTI PCA for MVP, plus former Chicago Cub and current Red Sox star Willson Contreras joins the guys live from Rate Field to talk about his time as a Cub and the 2016 championship team. They also listen to audio from Craig Counsell on his transition into becoming the Cubs manager.

Is there a legitimate chance that PCA can win NL MVP over Ohtani? The guys look at stats that show how close PCA really is to Ohtani in the race. Plus, they do Waddle's World, and end the hour with Florida or Ohio!

The guys start the show talking about the Cubs win & their baseball player power rankings... why is it that there are so many better Sox players but the Cubs have the better team & record? BREAKING NEWS: Bedard out 4 months with shoulder surgery... are his injuries thus far concerning? What should the Cubs and Sox do at the deadline? Stay put or all in?

Waddle and Silvy discuss what the Cubs and White Sox should do at the trade deadline before they run through Aki's A-List.

Waddle and Silvy discuss the one thing they are certain about in Chicago sports. Then, they relive a moment in Bears history in Tales From the Stylist's Chair.

MLB Network's Dan Plesac joins Waddle and Silvy to discuss the state of baseball in Chicago. Then, the guys run through Waddle's World.

Waddle and Silvy break down the egg laid by the USMNT at the hands of Belgium. They talk to callers about what ails the program and the sport in the United States and think of ways they can improve next time around.

Waddle and Silvy discuss the baseball weekend in Chicago before Waddle breaks down how his grandson was hit by a wiffle ball in South Carolina. Then, they run through Aki's A-List.

Waddle and Silvy discuss where the Bears' position players rank in the NFL before they recap the weekend with the Good, the Bad and the Dirty.

Waddle and Silvy discuss their least favorite rules in sports before they run through Waddle's World.

Waddle and Silvy discuss a wild weekend in the World Cup and what's gone down since Flo Balugon's Red Card.

ESPN Chicago's Jeff Meller joins Silvy and Aki as they discuss the upcoming series for the White Sox as they take on the Guardians. Is this the biggest series for the White Sox this season? Both Chicago baseball teams look to make the playoffs, the guys discuss. The guys then go through Aki's A-List and What to Watch For.

It's time for Quick Bitch as Silvy, Tyler Aki and the producers air their grievances about the little things driving them crazy. From everyday annoyances to bigger pet peeves, everyone gets a chance to vent before the callers weigh in with their own opinions. The guys then go through Waddle's World.

With Tyler Aki in for Waddle, he and Silvy debate whether it's fair or foul to chirp soccer after watching the World Cup. The guys break down what they like—and don't like—about the sport before producer Aidan throws out a bold idea: Team USA should move on from "Take Me Home, Country Roads" as its victory song. The crew debates whether team USA needs a new anthem to celebrate wins or if the classic should stay.

Tyler and Silvy are joined by Jesse Rogers to break down a Cubs thumping of the Padres. Then, they run through Aki's A-List.

Tyler and Silvy discuss the Cubs' 23-3 beatdown of the Padres. They also discuss if the White Sox will have to or should be willing to pay the "division tax" to get Tarik Skubal

Silvy and Tyler discuss if Colson Montgomery is held in proper regard among Chicago baseball fans. Then, they run through Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

Tyler and Silvy kick things off on their video stream by discussing the hellish weather outside. They also discuss the visceral reaction their power rankings elicited.

Tyler and Silvy discuss another Chicago stadium saga in Tales From the Stylist's Chair before they weekly conversation with Michael Wilbon.

Tyler and Silvy discuss a quote from Mark Schlereth on where Caleb Williams stands in the NFL hierarchy. They also discuss the 50 best HBO shows in Waddle's World.

Tyler and Silvy break down their top 10 players in Chicago baseball right now. They also discuss the breaking news that Kawhi Leonard has been traded back to the Toronto Raptors.

Tyler and Silvy are joined by ESPN NFL Nation's Packers insider Rob Demovsky joins Tyler and Silvy to discuss where things stand between the Bears and Packers. Then, they are joined by Bears insider Courtney Cronin to discuss this point in the Bears' offseason.

Tyler and Silvy discuss the White Sox weekend that saw them take 2 of 3 from the Royals. They also break down the Blazers trade for Ja Morant and run through Waddle's World.

Tyler steps in for Waddle as he and Silvy recap the Cubs' series win over the Brewers in what could be remembered as a pivotal matchup in the 2026 season.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by White Sox play-by-play voice Len Kasper to preview the Sox's upcoming series against the Royals and discuss what the club needs to do to build some momentum. Later, ESPN Chicago's David Kaplan checks in live from Milwaukee ahead of the Cubs' showdown with the Brewers, breaking down the NL Central matchup, the Cubs' recent surge, and what's at stake in a pivotal divisional series.

Waddle and Silvy discuss the two biggest Calebs making headlines in Chicago. The guys react to Caleb Williams' appearance on Pardon My Take and what the Bears quarterback had to say as he enters a new season. They also break down new Bulls forward Caleb Wilson's introductory after being selected fourth overall in the NBA Draft, sharing their first impressions and expectations for the franchise's newest young star.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Marquee Sports Network's Taylor McGregor to discuss the Cubs' recent hot streak, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and the importance of the upcoming series against the Brewers. They get Taylor's perspective on the Cubs' success and what to watch as the NL Central race heats up. Plus, Waddle wraps up the hour with another entertaining edition of Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

The Cubs are on a roll after completing a four-game sweep of the Mets, and Waddle and Silvy break down what fueled the dominant series and what it means moving forward. The guys discuss the Cubs' recent surge, the key performances that stood out, and whether they've found their groove at the right time. Plus, they preview a pivotal showdown with the division-leading Brewers and examine what's at stake as the NL Central race heats up.

Waddle and Silvy get some frustrations off their chests in Quick Bitch.

Waddle and Silvy are joined by Barstool Big Cat for their weekly conversation. Then, the voice of the Bears, Jeff Joniak, joins the guys to discuss the latest with the Bears and his Halas Hall adventures.

Waddle and Silvy break down their conversation with Tiago Splitter and Bryson Graham and discuss their confidence level in the new direction of the Bulls. Then, they get weird in Waddle's World.

Waddle and Silvy recap a Cubs win and "The Dansby Day" before they are joined by the Bulls' top figureheads, Bryson Graham and Tiago Splitter.

Waddle and Silvy continue to F around and find out with listeners and callers over the latest developments in Chicago sports.

The Sox took the mound today so Waddle and Silvy kick their feet up and F around on their livestream.

Waddle and Silvy discuss a Cubs win and take Sox calls from Rate Field before they run through Waddle's World.