Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Tom Brady's high praise for his former teammate, current Bears guard Joe Thuney.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss which team they believe is the biggest threat to the Bears in the NFC North.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to NFL analyst Mark Schlereth's recent criticism of Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. Is it fair to call him a great playmaker, but not a good QB?

Dan Wiederer is back! He returns from his vacation alongside Mark Grote and the guys dive right into something that caught the attention of Bears fans. NFL analyst Mark Schereth said on The Stinkin' Truth podcast that he doesn't believe quarterback Caleb Williams is a good QB. The guys breakdown what they think Schlereth was right in his analysis - and also where they feel he missed the mark. Late...

Dan McNeil believes Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher is the Bears best defensive player of all time. He explains why for Mark Grote.

Dan McNeil tells Mark Grote why he believes the Packers have been so much better than the Bears since the 1990s - and it's not just because of the quarterbacks they've had.

Dan McNeil explains for Mark Grote why he has historically been harsh on Bears pass rushers, and why he believes defensive end Montez Sweat has not live up to his contract.

We have a special treat in this one, as longtime Chicago sports radio host Dan McNeil joins Mark Grote for some Bears conversation! Mac discusses his new book, "I Bear Witness," which takes the guys down Bears memory lane. Grote and Mac also get into some present day Bears conversation, including the hope that this team can finally consistently win. And what does Mac think of the Bears threatening...

Mark Grote and guest host Mark Potash discuss the Bears slightly restructured offensive line. Will a new center and new left tackle be enough to keep the line in good shape?

Mark Grote and guest host Mark Potash discuss the Bears rebuilt defensive back room, along with the rest of the defense.

Mark Grote and guest host Mark Potash discuss some of their own critiques of Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. Is it possible we have been too critical at times?

Dan Wiederer is on vacation, so our friend Mark Potash sits in with Mark Grote for this one! The guys dive into a deep conversation on Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. Have we been too critical of him at times? What's fair criticism of Williams? Also, the guys play a game called "Is It Enough?" – specifically looking at the additions the Bears made this offseason. Did they do enough to improve th...

During their mailbag episode, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote take a look at the Bears linebacker room. Is there enough there for the Bears defense to be effective?

During their mailbag episode, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote ponder how important this season is for Bears receiver Rome Odunze.

During their mailbag episode, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss whether rookie center Logan Jones can earn the starting job this year.

We got so many questions for our previous mailbag episode that we had to do a second one! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote tackle a wide range of Bears inquires. Will rookie center Logan Jones earn the starting job this season? Is it a make-or-break year for receiver Rome Odunze? How do we feel about the team's linebacker room? And, have we ever been kayaking on the Chicago River?

Things go completely off the rails when Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote are asked if they think Nickelback is a good band.

During their mailbag episode, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer discuss the Bears defensive line. Is there a way to spin this group as more than just OK at best?

During their mailbag episode, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer answer a listener question regarding the depth the Bears have in their secondary.

It's been awhile since we took questions from the audience, so that's exactly what Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote do in this one! Our listeners asked. Our guys answered. What are the chances Jedrick Wills wins the left tackle job? Do the Bears need better/more defensive back depth? Do we still feel good about the running back room? How do we feel about the band Nickelback?! That and more in this mail...

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the latest municipality to come out with a proposal for a Bears stadium site. Can anyone make these proposals?!?

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote like the fact that the Bears will take part in joint practices with two different teams during training camp.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the latest developments in the ongoing Bears stadium project saga. It sounds like the team is beginning to work with Illinois on getting legislation together to stay in the state.

The ongoing Bears stadium saga is making headlines yet again! Various reports indicate the team is working with Illinois lawmakers on crafting legislation which would help keep them in the state. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the latest pieces of news. The guys also hear from State Rep. Kam Buckner, who spoke with 104.3 The Score about the reports. In non-stadium news, we officially know th...

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear State Rep. Kam Buckner explain on WGN-TV just how much the state of Illinois is still talking with the Bears about their stadium project.