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Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote host Take The North, which covers the latest Chicago Bears news and storylines every week. The duo promises to bring you informed, compelling, honest and responsible analysis of all the latest topics surrounding Da Bears.
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Episodes
Bears-Eagles alliance ends on Black Friday 27.11.2025 9:37
Dan Wiederer, Mark Grote and producer Adam Studzinski discuss the alliance between Bears and Eagles fans that happened over the last couple of months. That alliance will end on Black Friday when the teams square off.
[FULL EPISODE] Bears face biggest test of their season against Eagles 26.11.2025 45:17
The Bears have a chance to prove themselves when they take on the Eagles on Black Friday. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote take a look at the matchup. Will the Bears get cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and/or Kyler Gordon back? A fellow defensive back seems to have shared the plan for at least one of them. And how will quarterback Caleb Williams handle facing Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio? Plus, t...
BONUS: Grote details why he wants Nahshon Wright to keep starting on 670 The Score 26.11.2025 15:15
On his Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show on 670 The Score, our own Mark Grote explained why he wants Bears cornerback Nahshon Wright to continue starting once the team's entire secondary is healthy.
'The Shuffle' director details how '85 Bears players convinced teammates to participate 26.11.2025 9:13
HBO's "The Shuffle" director Jeff Cameron takes Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote inside what he learned about the making of "The Super Bowl Shuffle" in 1985.
[FULL EPISODE] Director Jeff Cameron breaks down the making of HBO's 'The Shuffle' 25.11.2025 21:28
We have a special treat for this one. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote welcome in Jeff Cameron, who directed HBO's "The Shuffle," which documents the creation of the Bears' "Super Bowl Shuffle" in 1985! Cameron takes us inside the making of the documentary and what he learned that we might not have known about how the song/music video came to be.
BONUS: Dan Wiederer discusses Bears' win over Steelers on 670 The Score 24.11.2025 15:20
Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show on 670 The Score in Chicago to share his takeaways from the Bears’ 31-28 win against the Steelers on Sunday at Soldier Field.
[FULL EPISODE] Bears move to 8-3 with 31-28 win over Steelers 24.11.2025 29:20
Another week, another one-score win for the Bears! They're now 8-3 and remain in first place in the NFC North! Dan Wiederer and producer Adam Studzinski unpack the Bears' 31-28 win over the Steelers.
Bears -2.5 vs Steelers | Cash the Ticket 23.11.2025 3:25
From Cash The Ticket ( subscribe here ): With Aaron Rodgers injured for the Pittsburgh Steelers, is this an obvious Bears play? Download the latest episode of Cash the Ticket today.
We hope Aaron Rodgers plays against the Bears 22.11.2025 13:13
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote are embracing the idea of ailing Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers playing against the Bears. And what does Bears coach Ben Johnson think quarterback Caleb Williams needs to do to get to the level Rodgers once was at?
Jaylon Johnson is trending toward making a return soon 22.11.2025 8:43
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss Bears star cornerback Jaylon Johnson's continued progress as he tries to return from a groin injury. Will he play against the Steelers?
3 things to watch for in Bears-Steelers 22.11.2025 9:28
Dan Wiederer presents for Mark Grote his weekly three things to watch for in the Bears game this weekend.
[FULL EPISODE] Jaylon Johnson could make his return against the Steelers 21.11.2025 41:02
Perhaps the Bears' best player could make his return against the Steelers on Sunday. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote kick off this episode by reacting to the news that star cornerback Jaylon Johnson was a full participant in practice Thursday. Also, the Bears still aren't sure if Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will play as he deals with a left wrist injury. If he does, it's a welcome opportunity f...
How can Caleb Williams improve his deep ball? 20.11.2025 7:22
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote detail the area they want to see improvement in from Bears quarterback Caleb Williams — his deep ball accuracy.
Do we want Aaron Rodgers to play against the Bears? 20.11.2025 10:28
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the great debate ahead of the Bears-Steelers game. Do we want Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers to play in this game as he deals with a left wrist injury?
Kyler Gordon returns to practice! 20.11.2025 9:54
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the news of Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon returning to practice and having his 21-day window opened to be activated from injured reserve! When will he and fellow cornerback Jaylon Johnson return to game action?
[FULL EPISODE] Will Aaron Rodgers take the field against the Bears? 19.11.2025 37:42
The Bears' next opponent could bring an extremely familiar person back into the mix in Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss whether they want Rodgers, who's dealing with a fractured wrist, to play against the Bears on Sunday. Also in this episode, two key members of the Bears defense — cornerbacks Kyler Gordon and Jaylon Johnson — are back on the practice field....
Rome cools down in the fall | Reception Perception 19.11.2025 12:54
From Reception Perception ( subscribe here ), the guys discuss Bears receiver Rome Odunze cooling off considerably after his scorching hot start to the season. Whether it's the biggest stars in the league or new rookies bursting on the scene, you won't get better wideout information anywhere else. Along the way, they'll break down the biggest stories in the NFL and offer up a few big-picture fanta...
BONUS: Dan Wiederer discusses the 1st-place Bears on 670 The Score 17.11.2025 20:29
Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show on 670 The Score to explain where he thinks the Bears are at after they improved to 7-3 with a 19-17 win against the Vikings on Sunday.
[FULL EPISODE] Bears come through with another heart-stopping victory 17.11.2025 33:13
Once again, the Bears needed all 60 minutes to find a way to win. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote break down the Bears' heart-stopping 19-17 win against the Vikings!
How realistic are the Bears' playoff chances? 15.11.2025 8:26
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote marvel at how the Bears would actually be in the playoffs if the season ended right now. While it's good that the team has shown so much progress, what are the chances the Bears make the playoff field at the end of the regular season?
Dennis Allen finally showed us some personality 15.11.2025 9:09
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote recap what they heard from the Bears coordinators this week. Defensive coordinator Dennis Allen finally cracked a smile for us!
3 things to watch for in Bears-Vikings 15.11.2025 12:05
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote share what to watch for as the Bears face the Vikings on Sunday for the second time this season.
BONUS: Dan Wiederer reacts to Jaylon Johnson's return to practice on 670 The Score 14.11.2025 16:03
Our own Dan Wiederer joined Laurence Holmes & Matt Spiegel on Chicago's 670 The Score, not long after we found out the Bears have opened corner Jaylon Johnson's 21-day practice window.
[FULL EPISODE] Bears aiming to avenge Week 1 loss to Vikings 14.11.2025 40:45
The Bears are hitting the road and looking to avenge their Week 1 loss as they face the Vikings on Sunday. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote dive into the matchup. What does head coach Ben Johnson think makes Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores such a headache to face? And how might Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy perform? Plus, believe it or not, the Bears would be in the playoffs if the seaso...
Bears players are embracing Ben Johnson's personality 13.11.2025 8:49
Dan Wiederer and guest Sean Hammond of the Chicago Tribune discuss Bears head coach Ben Johnson's personality and the way his players seem to love his energy.
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