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A look at the team's performance through four weeks, an assessment of Caleb Williams' performance, grading Ben Johnson's work and a preview of the Bears and Commanders. It's fast-paced Bears talk with John Buffone, Danny Shimon and Aldo Gandia (filling in for Alyssa).

Greg Gabriel starts the show by saying, "The Bears will win Monday night." He and Aldo Gandia talk about the game, some analytics, and about 45 minutes into the show Greg breaks down the play of Theo Benedet.  

Tim Willis and Jeff talk about the Bears after four games. 

Jeff Willis and Aldo Gandia host several Bears content creators in a discussion of what's gone well for the team and what are the concerns/solutions. Guests: G Walker, CNG Podcast Claws, Claws Up Bear Down Nomad, The Nomad Network Swanky, Barroom Contributor Brendan Segrue, Bears Wire

Joe Fortenbaugh from ESPN is Greg's guest. Afterwards Greg and Aldo talk for a full hour about the Bears win in Vegas.

Danikin's five takeaways from the Bears win against Dallas John Santucci's Bears State of Affairs Fitz gets a free hot dog from the Weiner's Circle, thanks to Caleb Williams And, the guys discuss HBO's Task and some of the favorite TV episodes. 

The biggest celebratory show that the Barroom has had in years. John, Alyssa and Danny talk about the Bears win over the Cowboys and preview the Raiders game. 

First 25 minutes - Greg and Aldo reflect in the Bears win Next 45 minutes - Courtney Cronin of ESPN joins the show Last 50 minutes - More football talk w Greg & Aldo

Tim and Jeff dig into the problems the Bears have and how they can be remedied. Is there a win against the Dallas Cowboys coming?

First 30 minutes - Danikin and Aldo talk straight-up Bears football Next 30 minutes - John Santucci's Bears State of Affairs Next 30 minutes - Zim Zimmerman & the rest of the guys talk more Bears 90 minutes in - Fitz joins the show to talk football & food Last 30 minutes - pop culture

John, Danny and Alyssa dig into the details about what''s brought the Bears to an 0-2 start. And, it wasn't as depressing as you might think. At least that's what they said after the show. 

Greg Gabriel is not going to panic about the Chicago Bears and their 0-2 record to start the season. He offers insight into why. Fans in the chat challenged his thinking and so did his co-host Aldo Gandia

Tim and Jeff cover most of what happened this week and preview the Lions - Bears game at Ford Field Sunday.

Show starts with music celebrating the 1985 Bears. After that the crew digs into the Bears loss against the Vikings. Food is discussed after the 75 minute mark. Lots of music, laughs and football talk.

Greg and Aldo disagree on how poorly Caleb Williams looked in the 2025 season opener against the Vikings. Each share their candid thoughts about the entire game, including the officiating (not the reason the Bears lost).

Greg and Aldo Rundown: Sunday's NFL Action (25 minutes) Tyler Dunne Report Dissing Caleb & Poles (25 minutes) Bears Vikings Preview

Tim and Jeff opine on a report that was critical of Caleb Williams. Then, they preview the week one match.

In anticipation of the start of the Chicago Bears season the guys talk about the team's strengths and what they are most looking forward to. 

John, Alyssa and Danny have a blast going through the Chicago Bears regular season schedule and picking wins and losses. Be ready for plenty of surprises!

Greg Gabriel talks about the upcoming Monday Night Football match the Chicago Bears have at Soldier Field versus the Vikings. 

Micah Parson is a Green Bay Packer. Did Ryan Poles screw up? Should the Bears offense be afraid? Tim, Jeff and their guest, Bearski, discuss.

Buffone 55 is back for its ninth season! And, the Bears are back, too,. Could they really be back? We mean, back into playoff contention, John, Alyssa and Danny discuss. But, first they react to news the Packers acquired premier pass rusher Micah Parson.  

Rundown: 00:00 - 03:00 : Opening must for Live audience 03:10 - 05:50 : Introduce Danikin to the show 06:00 - 26:00 : Danikin's take on the Bears 26:00 - 31:00  : Bear Their Soulz theme song 31:00 -             : Bears Talk

Brian Baldinger is considered one of the best analysts of football around. He and Greg are old friends and in this episode of GTF they catch up, talk Bears and NFL.  35 minutes later Aldo and Greg talk about the Bears roster.

First 25 Minutes: Get to know Steven Zim Zimmerman and his wife as they talk about their vacation in Chicago. (The two Bears fans live in Iowa.) Next 80 minutes: Bears talk One hour and 43 minutes in: Fitz restaurant review and Bears talk Two hours: Three guys who do not hear "last call."