In the 2025-26 NHL season premier episode of Bardown show hosts Vinny and Frank get you geared up for what could be one of the most exciting in recent memory. Also Anthony Donati! is the duo's guest. Donati is the Editorial & Social Media Manager at Draft Prospects Hockey. Vinnie Parise and Frank Mueller co-host and produce.
The Chicago Bears are coming up to one of those forks in a football season. A win in Washington on Monday Night could propel the into the "In The Hunt" category for a playoff spot. A loss, and it's a step closer to saying "Wait Until Next Year." The guys discuss the importance of the Bears upcoming game. Our chipper food reviewer talks potato chips and Ricobene's. (Some portions of the show are unsuitable for young audiences.)
A look at the team's performance through four weeks, an assessment of Caleb Williams' performance, grading Ben Johnson's work and a preview of the Bears and Commanders. It's fast-paced Bears talk with John Buffone, Danny Shimon and Aldo Gandia (filling in for Alyssa).
Greg Gabriel starts the show by saying, "The Bears will win Monday night." He and Aldo Gandia talk about the game, some analytics, and about 45 minutes into the show Greg breaks down the play of Theo Benedet.
Tim Willis and Jeff talk about the Bears after four games.
Jeff Willis and Aldo Gandia host several Bears content creators in a discussion of what's gone well for the team and what are the concerns/solutions. Guests: G Walker, CNG Podcast Claws, Claws Up Bear Down Nomad, The Nomad Network Swanky, Barroom Contributor Brendan Segrue, Bears Wire
Joe Fortenbaugh from ESPN is Greg's guest. Afterwards Greg and Aldo talk for a full hour about the Bears win in Vegas.
Danikin's five takeaways from the Bears win against Dallas John Santucci's Bears State of Affairs Fitz gets a free hot dog from the Weiner's Circle, thanks to Caleb Williams And, the guys discuss HBO's Task and some of the favorite TV episodes.
The biggest celebratory show that the Barroom has had in years. John, Alyssa and Danny talk about the Bears win over the Cowboys and preview the Raiders game.
First 25 minutes - Greg and Aldo reflect in the Bears win Next 45 minutes - Courtney Cronin of ESPN joins the show Last 50 minutes - More football talk w Greg & Aldo
Tim and Jeff dig into the problems the Bears have and how they can be remedied. Is there a win against the Dallas Cowboys coming?
First 30 minutes - Danikin and Aldo talk straight-up Bears football Next 30 minutes - John Santucci's Bears State of Affairs Next 30 minutes - Zim Zimmerman & the rest of the guys talk more Bears 90 minutes in - Fitz joins the show to talk football & food Last 30 minutes - pop culture
John, Danny and Alyssa dig into the details about what''s brought the Bears to an 0-2 start. And, it wasn't as depressing as you might think. At least that's what they said after the show.
Greg Gabriel is not going to panic about the Chicago Bears and their 0-2 record to start the season. He offers insight into why. Fans in the chat challenged his thinking and so did his co-host Aldo Gandia
Tim and Jeff cover most of what happened this week and preview the Lions - Bears game at Ford Field Sunday.
Show starts with music celebrating the 1985 Bears. After that the crew digs into the Bears loss against the Vikings. Food is discussed after the 75 minute mark. Lots of music, laughs and football talk.
Greg and Aldo disagree on how poorly Caleb Williams looked in the 2025 season opener against the Vikings. Each share their candid thoughts about the entire game, including the officiating (not the reason the Bears lost).
Greg and Aldo Rundown: Sunday's NFL Action (25 minutes) Tyler Dunne Report Dissing Caleb & Poles (25 minutes) Bears Vikings Preview
Tim and Jeff opine on a report that was critical of Caleb Williams. Then, they preview the week one match.
In anticipation of the start of the Chicago Bears season the guys talk about the team's strengths and what they are most looking forward to.
Sanjin Jovanovic
Bro. What's with the tapping in the audio. Somebody needs a new mike??? Great episode thou.
T Bear
amazing debut show, cant wait for more!!!!
Tom Derrick
an epic episode of 100 proof!!!!!! amazing to have so many of the stars of the network on. great section with Aaron Leming too. keep it up and 🐻⬇️
Sam Burns
this episode was insufferable.. dumb unneccessary drops
Tom Derrick
an amazing episode with so many incredible stories. the Walter Payton story had me choked up a little. hope this wont be the last we hear from Be-Be. going from best bears podcast network to best Chicago sports podcast network to best podcast network. period. end of story.