The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

Big Red Bus – Episode 245 - Still Trying to Win Show Summary  Title: Still Running for Wins Date: March 14, 2026 Hosts: See Red Fred & Doug Thonus Show Opening The episode begins with See Red Fred introducing the show on a cold mid-March day in Chicago , welcoming co-host Doug Thonus as the Big Red Bus rolls again. Fred briefly notes: The podcast is now officially part of the All-City Network . Li...

The Big Red Bus – Episode 244 features See Red Fred recording from the road while driving the Big Red Bus down I-65 in Indiana alongside the Podfather, Doug Thonus. The two break down the Bulls’ bizarre 2-point “win” over the Suns in Phoenix and debate why the organization can’t even seem to tank correctly. They also dive into a discussion about the Bulls’ best unrestricted free agent signing sinc...

In the latest episode of The Big Red Bus podcast, driver See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus celebrate the Chicago Bulls' dramatic turnaround, going undefeated in March, with a dominant win over the Milwaukee Bucks—after an entirely winless February that featured an 11-game losing streak. They dive into the key contributions from that Bucks victory, while also examining the ongoing struggle...

Big Red Bus - Episode 242 – Episode Summary 2:00 — See Red Fred and Michael Walton II open with a candid discussion on whether Bulls fans should be concerned about Matas Buzelis’ development heading into Year 2. 5:30 — The debate shifts to role and fit: is Matas ultimately a true 3, a modern 4, or something in between? 8:36 — Ceiling talk: could a Giddey/Matas pairing surpass what the Bulls once e...

1:00 See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus diving into growing concerns around the Bulls’ long-term building blocks.  11:00 The duo breaks down what Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis realistically project to become. 22:00 Jaden Ivey Concerns  28:00 Rob Dillingham Concerns Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data fo...

Big Red Bus — Episode Segments & Timestamps 0:00 — Would You Give Up Your Pinky Toe for a Title? The ultimate fan sacrifice debate and what a championship would really mean for Bulls fans. 5:00 — Which New Guard Do You Keep? Breaking down the new backcourt options and who actually fits the future. 10:00 — Were the Coby & Ayo Deals Really That Good? Re-examining the contracts, value, and how they c...

The legendary MarkK from Australia jumps on the Big Red Bus to talk about the Bulls recent team teardown at the All Star Break.  See Red Fred also asks him his thoughts on the growing issues with tanking. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Part 2 of Episode 238.   See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus continue the discussion and unpack the frustration building within the Bulls fanbase. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Part 1 of this episode, See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus react to the negative response surrounding the Coby and Ayo trades. They unpack the frustration building within the Bulls fanbase and even among loyal listeners on the Big Red Bus, exploring why the moves landed the way they did emotionally. Fred caps the segment with his car analogy to frame how fans are processing change, expe...

See Red Fred opens with updated thoughts on Coby White following news that broke after his initial recording with Podfather Doug Thonus. Then, tune in for a special emergency segment with Fred and Doug reacting to the Jaden Ivey trade and saying adios to Vooch as the Bulls signal a new direction. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

The Big Red Bus – Episode 236 | Episode Notes 5:00 – Will Coby White Be Traded? See Red Fred and Doug make a bet on whether or not he will be traded. 10:00 – Building Around Matas Buzelis and Josh Giddey Is it a good idea? 15:55 – Nikola Vučević Trade Rumors The Bulls Offer Vooch to Boston, and they say No. 19:30 – Possible Centers for Next Season Surveying short-term and long-term options if the...

On this episode of The Big Red Bus , See Red Fred and Doug dig into three timely Bulls topics that sit right at the heart of the team’s present and future. Segment 1: Coby White Trade Rumors (5:00) We open the show by unpacking the latest buzz around potential trade scenarios involving Coby White. What’s real, what’s noise, and what would moving Coby say about where the Bulls think they are right...

See Red Fred and Doug Thonus kick off the Big Red Bus with a burst of Chicago Bears excitement before quickly steering back toward Bulls country. Fred then unveils his “Lost in the Forest” fast-food survival game, prompting laughs, debate, and some very strong hunger-based opinions. He wraps it all by attempting —and mostly failing—to tie the game back to the Bulls fanbase’s growing excitement aro...

In this latest episode of The Big Red Bus , See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus dive headfirst into the current disaster unfolding with the Chicago Bulls. With Coby White and Josh Giddey — the team’s two best players and starting backcourt — both sidelined with injuries , the Bulls find themselves staring into the abyss with no clear timeline for either player’s return. Fred and Doug break...

Recorded just before the Bulls’ win in Atlanta, See Red Fred and Podfather Doug Thonus break down a team that suddenly looks alive after a stunning two-game sweep of the Cavs. They dig into what’s driving the surge, then rewind to the seven-game losing streak to separate fact from frustration—who actually struggled, who quietly held the line, and what it all means going forward. A timely snapshot...

️ Big Red Bus — Episode 231 | Podcast Summary Find See Red Fred's Original and Parody songs on his artist page on the various music platforms:  seeredfred.fanlink.tv/SeeRedFred In Episode 231 of the Big Red Bus , See Red Fred debuts the hit single “Bring Back Gar & Pax,” setting the tone with classic Bulls humor and satire. Fred also shares the unbelievable story of an incident involving Little Pe...

See Red Fred and Doug Thonus rumble down the road in their trusty styrofoam Red Bus, coming to terms with the harsh reality that all hopes of glory died with the Okoro injury—and that this Bulls team, unfortunately, really sucks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode Notes — The Big Red Bus - Interview with Joel Lorenzi (Part 1) 1. Background & Chicago Roots In Part 1, Joel takes listeners back to where it all began—growing up on the West Side of Chicago. . 2. Career Path & Early Success Joel discusses his path toward winning the 2023 USBWA Rising Star Award , an honor that spotlighted him nationally as one of the most promising young journalists in th...

Big Red Bus – Episode 228: The Bigs Issue Episode Notes In this episode, See Red Fred and the Podfather tackle the growing debate in Bulls Nation surrounding the team’s frontcourt defense and the misconceptions fueling it. Fred breaks down why some defenders keep drawing the toughest scoring assignments—Banchero, Lauri Markkanen, and other oversized, high-usage forwards—and why blaming Billy Donov...

In Episode 227, To Add AD or Not to Add AD , See Red Fred and Doug Thonus analyze the Bulls’ recent four-game losing streak and what’s driving the downturn. They also debate the case for pursuing Anthony Davis and outline what Chicago should—and shouldn’t—be willing to give up. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da...

Big Red Bus Podcast Episode Title: AKME Redemption: The Rise of the Red Leviathan Hosts: See Red Fred & The Podfather, Doug Thonus Summary: See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus break down one of the most thrilling weeks in recent Bulls history — a miraculous comeback win that cements the Bulls as the #1 seed in the Eastern Conference . The guys argue that we’re witnessing the greatest front...

The Big Red Bus - Episode 224 - The Undefeated Red Leviathan See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus return aboard The Big Red Bus to break down the meteoric rise of the Chicago Bulls — also known across the league as The Red Leviathan. In this fiery episode, the duo unveils their Top 5 Reasons for the Rise of the Red Leviathan, exploring the chemistry, defensive intensity, and offensive evolut...

See Red Fred and the Podfather himself, Doug Thonus, welcome the GOAT of Bulls media — Will Gotlieb of CHGO Bulls — for a lively discussion on the team’s direction, taking charges, cup talk, and what lies ahead for Bulls Nation. #SeeRed #BigRedBus Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode Highlights: 0:00 – Intro: See Red Fred Provides his thoughts on the Bulls' first 4 preseason games. 5:25 – The Bulls’ Best-Case Scenario: How good could the Bulls be in the weak East? 13:17 – Would you Trade Matas for Giannis?  18:00 Can Coby Be that Guy? 22:00 Is Your Fifth Starter? With the core four looking sharp, Fred and Joe debate who deserves that final starting spot — balancing che...

🚌 The Big Red Bus – Episode 221: Interview with Bruce Bernstein Hello again, everybody — welcome aboard another exciting edition of The Big Red Bus! In Episode 221, See Red Fred sits down with one of the most respected voices in basketball media — Bruce Bernstein. A longtime NBA media executive, producer, and podcast host, Bruce spent over 30 years at ESPN, where he was an Emmy Award–winning prod...