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Bear Bets: A FOX Sports Gambling Show

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Welcome to Bear Bets, a FOX Sports podcast that dives deep into the exhilarating world of sports gambling. Join host and betting expert Chris "The Bear" Fallica, former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz & sports betting analyst Sammy Panayotovich, as they break down NFL and college football betting with expert insights, favorite picks, best bets, and comprehensive analysis on the hottest footba... more

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Latest Episodes

Bear Bets is back! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are joined by former UCLA standout and NBA veteran Darren Collison to preview the 2026 NBA Finals.

Can Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs continue their domi... more

Bear Bets is back with a full preview of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™!

Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are joined by FOX Soccer analyst Maurice Edu to break down everything you need to know before the biggest tournament ... more

Bear Bets is back to preview the NBA Conference Finals! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Will Hill to break down their best bets, longshots, and bold predictions across the sports world. The San Antonio S... more

The 2026 PGA Championship is here! 🔥 Chris “The Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz break down their best golf bets with special guest, expert Justin Ray. Is it Scottie or the field? Plus, the crew shifts gears to share their top NBA Playoff picks and ... more

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Recent Guests

Darren Collison
Former NBA guard, NBA TV analyst
NBA TV
Episode: Knicks vs Spurs 2026 Finals: Who Actually Stops Wembanyama?
Moa Du
Guest breaking down the World Cup preview
Episode: 2026 FIFA World Cup™ Predictions: The Title Favorite Destined To Fail
Maggie Wolfendale
Nyra analyst and Derby expert
Nyra
Episode: 2026 Kentucky Derby Best Bets: Why Renegade is in serious trouble
Justin Ray
CBS Sports analyst, Masters preview specialist
CBS Sports
Episode: Masters 2026 Gambling Guide
Bruce Feldman
College football insider and analyst
The Athletic
Episode: College Football Playoff First Round Preview + Michigan's Next Head Coach With Bruce Feldman
Dan Lanning
Head coach of the Oregon Ducks
Oregon Ducks
Episode: Oregon's Dan Lanning On #15 USC + #9 Notre Dame or Miami in CFP | CFB Week 13 Gambling Guide
Mike Elko
Head Coach of Texas A&M Football
Texas A&M University
Episode: Texas A&M’s Mike Elko Talks #22 Missouri + #9 Oregon vs #20 Iowa | CFB Week 11 Gambling Guide
Kirby Smart
Head coach of the Georgia Bulldogs
University of Georgia
Episode: Georgia's Kirby Smart, Texas vs Vanderbilt & Best College Football Bets
Dave Portnoy
Avid horse player and owner
Barstool Sports
Episode: Dave Portnoy’s 2025 Breeders’ Cup Betting Guide | Best Bets, Picks & Top Horses

Hosts

Chris Fallica
Host of Bear Bets and betting expert with FOX Sports, known for real-money bets and deep football analysis
Geoff Schwartz
Co-host and former NFL offensive lineman with a focus on betting analysis and player props
Sammy Panayotovich
Co-host and sports betting analyst bringing market perspective and prop insight

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 280 ratings
  • Mid

    Listened to the show 88 times lighting ⚡️⚡️fast and still ok 👌🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BennyTrill
    United States2 months ago
  • Sammy p.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    J Mac
    3 months ago
  • Great pod

    Love the pod. Just please consistently speak at same level and into mic. It’s either super loud or whispering going on. Very annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    VPGSWP
    United States5 months ago
  • Just Cancel This

    Literally zero value in these podcasts. Sam’s mythical “wise guy” friends? And when did Sam start originating his own numbers? Give us a break. Sad state of affairs when companies are propping up tv producers and a New England nightly news sports guy as any sort of expert. Lazy and sloppy

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Monkee37075
    United States6 months ago
  • Biased and Disingenuous

    Used to be a good show but it’s become Chris being emotional and biased and the other two agreeing with what he says. They also rely way too much on “wise guy” bets rather than providing actual data as to why a particular move is correct. Basically, what started as a show with effort is now lazy and unprepared

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    T bird bossman
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate real-money bets and candid banter among hosts.
Audio quality and consistency often come up as areas to improve.
The team delivers actionable betting content and strong market reads.
Guests and cross-sport coverage are a key strength for edge on markets.

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Apple Podcasts
#152
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#89
Indonesia/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#110
Singapore/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#160
Finland/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#160
Brazil/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bruce & The Bear: #1 Ohio State at #15 Michigan, #3 Texas A&M at #16 Texas + Best Heisman Bets
Q: More pressure this week: Ryan Day in Ohio State to win at Michigan or Kalen DeBoer in Alabama to win at Jordan Hare?
Initially thought Ryan Day had more pressure, but Kalen DeBoer's situation is more precarious because a loss might result in significant consequences for his career.
Miami's Mario Cristobal on the College Football Playoff + #1 Ohio State vs #2 Indiana & More
Q: What does Miami need to do to get recognized for their head-to-head victories?
Cristobal emphasizes that winning both games should impact their ranking, and he believes the metrics will eventually reflect that.
Miami's Mario Cristobal on the College Football Playoff + #1 Ohio State vs #2 Indiana & More
Q: What improvements have you seen from your offense these last four weeks?
Without a doubt, we're hitting on all cylinders right now with significant contributions from both freshmen and veterans in the team.
Oregon's Dan Lanning On #15 USC + #9 Notre Dame or Miami in CFP | CFB Week 13 Gambling Guide
Q: How do you prepare to face a passing attack like that?
You always say, let's take away the opponent's strength, but this team is tough and a challenge.
Oregon's Dan Lanning On #15 USC + #9 Notre Dame or Miami in CFP | CFB Week 13 Gambling Guide
Q: What do you learn about preparation last year in a long season that's helping you now in November?
Navigating the sports science behind taking care of our guys and ensuring freshness as the season progresses.

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This show centers on sports betting analysis for football and other major sports, featuring a trio of seasoned betting insiders who share real bets, strategy, and market reads. Episodes commonly explore top contenders, matchup dynamics, and value bets across outright, head-to-head, and prop markets, often weaving in cross-sport angles and live market takes. A notable strength is the high-stakes, hands-on betting mindset, plus recurring guests and a dedicated mini-series focused on college football insights. Listeners can expect practical betting frameworks, banter, and actionable ideas, with a mix of expert context and personal betting perspectives that appeal to bettors seeking edge and entertainment.

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2. Moa Du
3. Maggie Wolfendale
4. Justin Ray
5. Bruce Feldman
6. Dan Lanning
7. Mike Elko
8. Kirby Smart

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