Bears Nation Podcast

Chicago media personality and host on ESPN1000 and NBCSports Chicago David Kaplan joins us to talk Bears ahead of the season start against the Lions. We each give our record predictions, our boldest prediction and week one score predictions. Plus, do we need to give QB Mitch Trubisky a shot? Get ready for the beginning of Bears football with Bears Nation Podcast. 

Mitchell Trubisky has been given the chance to write a true comeback story, but will he live up to the expectations? We talk that decision, plus why the Bears didn't grab Leonard Fournette, roster cuts and the week one depth chart in our latest episode. 

On this episode of Bears Nation Podcast ESPN 1000 personality Adam Abdalla joins the show to talk about the Bears QB competition, the injury to David Montgomery, and why you shouldn't buy what Jimmy Graham is selling. As always thanks for listening, and cheers. 

The boys are back to break down some of the more interesting position battles the Bears will face for this upcoming season. They also give some predictions on performances from some newcomers, and have an exciting announcement on where you can buy Bears Nation Pod merch! Cheers

In this episode of the Bears Nation Podcast Jake, Chris and Kevin break down some Madden ratings, what they expect for the Bears and their players in the new Madden game. Then the guys play a little fact or fiction on topics like number of sacks between Khalil Mack and Robert Quinn, expectations for Eddie Jackson and David Montgomery's total rushing yards. Cheers, and as always Bear Down!

Clifton Duck, former Bears cornerback during 2019 training camp joins the show for an episode of laughs, insight and phenomenal stories! Duck discusses his biggest Bears mentor, players he looks up to, his streaming career and much more about Duck as a player and his time with the Bears. Be sure to follow Clifton on Twitch at: TheCliftonDuck and Twitter at theylove_duck to follow his football and...

In this episode of Bears Nation Podcast Jake, Chris and Kevin talk some Madden ratings, specifically what the Bears rating should be and who the next Bears cover athlete might be. Then the guys do some would you rathers like: Who would you rather go to dinner with? Akiem or Tarik?

In this episode of Bears Nation Podcast we say goodbye to Josh Liles, as he moves on from the podcast to focus on his growing family life. Jake, Chris and Kevin break down the NFC North, who the real contenders are, and then answer some of your questions. Cheers, and bear down!

NBC Sports Chicago Bears reporter J.J. Stankevitz joined hosts Chris Nano and Kevin Lapka to break down all the current Bears news. He makes his record prediction, says who on the Bears is most like MJ in practice, and reveals details about the Bears draft process in 2017. 

In today’s interview we have NFL Agent, Nathan Shackelford. Nathan’s company, Higher Calling Sports, has had success in the CFL, XFL and now breaking into the NFL with a player who just recently signed with the LA Rams. We go behind the scenes of what it takes to be an NFL agent. This segment is to give a behind the scenes look at Bears football. Whether that be a person’s beginning to their fando...

TWO EPISODES IN ONE. We covered the draft, then decided the fans deserved conversation about big time free agent signings Teshaun Gipson and Ted Ginn Jr. So we combined to episodes together for one giant episode about our draft picks, the new FA's and why the Bears are STILL getting disrespected around the league. Plus, are you proud to be a Bears fan? Because we sure are, and we destroy the myths...

Today’s interview we have Taylor Eichel, Chicago Sports Nation staff and Bears Nation Twitter Admin. If you see a post on @BearsNationCHI’s Twitter page, you could very well be seeing Taylor’s work! Later in the interview we find out Taylor actually played defensive end in college. He’s able to give insider insight on newly added Bears OLB Robert Quinn. This segment is to give a behind the scenes...

In this episode, Ally Redig of Athlete Relations helps debut our new Bears Nation Podcast segment, "Behind the Bears." Ally Redig, a Chicago native, has worked with many Chicago players and affiliates at some point in her career! She shares some of those experiences and really dives into the nature and intent of, "Athlete Relations." The biggest takeaway, Ally Redig is family with everyone she wor...

On the eve of the Draft Jake Kevin and Chris sit down to give you their round by round picks and explain to you why they think the Bears will go in a certain direction. Of course Kevin brings some electricity with a trade. The guys also discuss Trey Burton's release and how that impacts the team.

In this episode of Bears Nation Podcast, the guys welcome on Aaron Leming to talk about the upcoming draft and some needs that Ryan Pace may look to address. Then Jake Chris and Kevin give their thoughts on some specific guys they like and hope to see in Chicago.

The show begins with co-host, Josh Liles, talking about food and ends with Josh Woods plugging his catering company, (IG:@TheBrunchGods.) Food and Podcasts are just meant to go together! This episode dives into Woods' experience with the Bears. Explaining his relationship with a few of the players and what has built him as a man. Really great episode with even some insight into what the players ar...

The crew of Josh Lisles, Chris Nano and Kevin Lapka come together during quarantine to bring you the Bears content you so desperately need. The guys do a FULL rundown of the Bears roster and answer the biggest questions surrounding the the holes on the roster and what the biggest needs are. There are lots of laughs and powerful insight on this episode that may give you a different outlook on the t...

It happened, the Bears have brought in another quarterback to "compete" with Mitchell Trubisky heading into the 2020 season. Kevin Jake and Chris break it all down for you as well as break down the Robert Quinn and Jimmy Graham signings. 

In the most anticipated event of 2020, Jake Hasan returns to Bears Nation Podcast (Josh Liles is back too) and the whole crew discusses the swirling QB rumors, Matt Nagy's comments from the Combine and Josh has a BLAZING HOT take about Khalil Mack. The boys end the show with a little "Would You Rather" and think about their 40 times. Bear down.

Hosts Kevin Lapka and Chris Nano are joined by ESPN1000 Chicago host and producer Chris Bleck. We talk the latest FA QB rumors and best fits, the new potential NFL rule changes and continue our new "Would You Rather" segment. You won't wanna miss this jam-packed episode full of hot takes and insightful analysis about all things Bears. 

Hosts Chris and Kevin debut brand new segment "Would You Rather" and discuss all topics from QB options to TE and Edge. Get prepared for free agency with this jam packed episode! 

Hosts Jake, Kevin and Chris return for a full episode about the latest news and rumors surrounding the Bears in the beginning stages of the offseason. QB rumors, Bears relationship with the fans, FA prospects and more is discussed! Make sure to drop a like and subscribe, and always, Bear Down!!!!

Hosts Chris and Kevin ring in the new year by bringing on special guest Austin Fuglestad of the great Halas Hall Brawl Podcast to join the show. The guys provide their thoughts and insight about the Pace and Nagy presser and the coach firings as well as detailing some of the best moments and players of the 2019 season. Thanks for listening and always, Bear Down. 

Jake and Kevin get together despite the busy holiday season to get you your fix of Bears Nation Podcast. They break down the loss to the Chiefs and what the path forward is. They also talk about what to expect in the upcoming Vikings game to end the season. Stick around after the music for a word from Chris Nano!

Hey hey the boys are back! Yes, Josh Liles is back to talk Bears with Jake Hasan, Chris Nano and Kevin Lapka. We recap the tough loss in Green Bay, preview the SNF game vs. the Chiefs (can Trubisky outplay Mahomes?), and answer listener questions in the Bears Nation Podcast Mailbag segment. Thanks for listening and bear down!