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Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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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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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Bears could have an opening to rise in the NFC North 13.11.2025

Dan Wiederer and guest Sean Hammond of the Chicago Tribune take a look around the NFC North. The Bears suddenly seem to have one of the more stable situations in the division.

Bears are creating a culture of belief 13.11.2025

Dan Wiederer and guest Sean Hammond of the Chicago Tribune discuss the Bears' ability to win close games and the belief it's creating inside the locker room.

[FULL EPISODE] Sean Hammond chimes in on the 6-3 Bears 12.11.2025

With the Bears season just past the halfway mark of the regular season, Dan Wiederer brings in Sean Hammond of the Chicago Tribune to get his thoughts on the team's 6-3 start to the year. What type of impact has head coach Ben Johnson had on the entire franchise? And what has Hammond thought of quarterback Caleb Williams' progress?

BONUS: Rex Grossman talks Caleb Williams, reflects on his Bears career on 670 The Score 11.11.2025

Along with co-hosts Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris, our own Mark Grote had the chance to talk to former Bears quarterback Rex Grossman, who discussed current Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams' development. Grossman also reflected on his Bears tenure and relived a few of his favorite moments.

BONUS: Dan Wiederer discusses his belief in Ben Johnson's Bears on 670 The Score 11.11.2025

Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show on 670 The Score the day after the Bears' thrilling comeback victory over the Giants. Wiederer is starting to have a ton of faith in Bears head coach Ben Johnson.

[FULL EPISODE] Bears find a way to get past Giants, 24-20! 10.11.2025

The Bears did it again! They came from behind in the fourth quarter to beat the Giants, 24-20, on Sunday at Soldier Field. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote unpack yet another Bears victory as they improved to 6-3.

Take The North exclusive interview with Ceedy Gardner-Johnson 08.11.2025

Hear the entire interview Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote had with new Bears defensive back Ceedy Gardner-Johnson.

[FULL EPISODE] Listen To This: Best Bears sound of Week 10! 08.11.2025

It's another edition of Listen To This! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote bring you the best Bears sound they heard heading into the game against the Giants. This week, we hear from head coach Ben Johnson, quarterback Caleb Williams, former Bears long snapper Patrick Mannelly and recently acquired defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson.

What's the Bears' path to victory against the Giants? 07.11.2025

Dan Wiederer lays out for Mark Grote what he believes is the Bears' best path to a win at home against the Giants.

Rome Odunze reacts to his dad's social media posts 07.11.2025

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss how Bears receiver Rome Odunze reacted to what his dad posted on social media about Odunze's usage within the team's offense.

Ben Johnson might be a little crazy (in a good way) 07.11.2025

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear how Bears players and coaches talk about the intensity of head coach Ben Johnson.

[FULL EPISODE] Bears look to ride run game to a win against Giants 07.11.2025

The Bears have an opportunity to get to 6-3 on the season when they host a Giants team that has struggled against the run this season. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote highlight the Bears' most likely path to victory in the game. Also in this episode, what was receiver Rome Odunze's reaction to what his dad said on social media about the Bears after their win against the Bengals? And how will the Bears...

Does Pat Leonard think Brian Daboll's job is safe? 06.11.2025

Dan Wiederer asks guest Pat Leonard, who talks Giants on the Talkin' Ball with Pat Leonard podcast, whether he believes Giants head coach Brian Daboll will keep his job after this season.

What made the Giants want to draft Jaxson Dart? 06.11.2025

Guest Pat Leonard, who talks Giants on the Talkin' Ball with Pat Leonard podcast, explains for Dan Wiederer why the Giants decided to select quarterback Jaxson Dart in the first round of the NFL Draft.

Pat Leonard explains the current state of the Giants 06.11.2025

Dan Wiederer asks guest Pat Leonard, who talks Giants on the Talkin' Ball with Pat Leonard podcast, what the overall state of the Giants franchise is halfway through the 2025 season.

[FULL EPISODE] Pat Leonard tells us all about the 2025 Giants 05.11.2025

The Bears will face a Giants team this Sunday that has lost three straight games heading into Week 10 of the NFL season. Dan Wiederer is joined by Pat Leonard, who hosts the Talkin' Ball with Pat Leonard podcast and covers the Giants for the New York Daily News. He takes us inside the Giants locker room. What has gone wrong for this team? What are his thoughts on rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart? An...

BONUS: Dan Wiederer discusses Caleb Williams' abilities in clutch moments on 670 The Score 04.11.2025

Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show on 670 The Score in Chicago the day after the Bears' insane win against the Bengals. Bears quarterback Caleb Williams once again delivered in a big moment. How crucial is that continued aspect of his game?

[FULL EPISODE] Bears win an INSANE game in Cincinnati! 03.11.2025

The Bears won one of the wildest games of the NFL season with a 47-42 victory against the Bengals on Sunday! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote do their best to unpack an absolutely insane football game.

Do we need to lower the ceiling for Caleb Williams? 01.11.2025

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote have a deep discussion on Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. Do we think he can still become an elite quarterback?

A plea from Dan Wiederer for deep breaths! 01.11.2025

Dan Wiederer explains for Mark Grote why he's asking Bears fans to take deep breaths after what has been a weird week following the team's loss to the Ravens.

3 things to watch for in Bears-Bengals 01.11.2025

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote share what to watch for in the Bears-Bengals matchup.

BONUS: Dan Wiederer discusses Bears' culture on 670 The Score 01.11.2025

Our own Dan Wiederer joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show on 670 The Score in Chicago to discuss the Bears' belief in their locker room culture after the team signed veteran defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson, who's known to be a bit of an instigator.

[FULL EPISODE] Can the Bears get back in the win column against the Bengals? 31.10.2025

The Bears are back on the road to take on the Bengals in Week 9. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote preview the game but not before Wiederer makes a plea for everyone to take a deep breath after the loss to the Ravens! Also in this episode, the guys have a discussion about expectations for second-year quarterback Caleb Williams. Do we need to lower the ceiling for him? Plus, can the Bears slow down Benga...

How might Ben Johnson's leadership evolve during his first year in Chicago? 30.10.2025

Dan Wiederer, Mark Grote and guest host David Haugh discuss the way that Bears head coach Ben Johnson has led his team so far and how his approach might change.

David Haugh doesn't want the Bears making a big move at the trade deadline 30.10.2025

Guest host David Haugh explains why he doesn't want Bears general manager Ryan Poles to make a big splash at the NFL trade deadline next week.

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