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Bleacher Bunch Network: A Chicago Cubs Podcast

Bleacher Bunch Network:
Chicago Cubs
Cubs Convention
Shōta Imanaga
Cubs
Baseball
Major League Baseball
Cody Bellinger
Chicago
World Baseball Classic
Shohei Ohtani
Cubscon
Yokohama Bay Stars
Baseball Analytics
Marcus Stroman
Los Angeles Dodgers
Reese Hoskins
Malort
Spring Training
Cubs Con
Jed Hoyer

For fans of the Chicago Cubs.

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Latest Episodes

Sara Sanchez joins the show from Miami and the World Baseball Classic! Plus a spin of the B-Clock, as the Cubs head into the final fortnight of Spring.

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The Son Ranto Crew chop it up Cubs style on the first full day of the World Baseball Classic.

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Ian Happ might be the most confounding player on the Chicago Cubs.

Every season he seems to produce the same profile: around 20–25 home runs, a strong on-base percentage, and a wRC+ comfortably above league average. Over the last four seasons he’s a... more

The Son Ranto Show discusses the first week of Cubs Spring Games, hatred from Dodgers and Sox Fans over PCA and Bleacher Jeff. And we spin the B-Clock!

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Recent Guests

Tim Sheridan
Public Address Announcer and seasoned Cubs announcer
Cubs Spring Training
Episode: Son Ranto Show #1062: The Voice of Spring
Lou Cella
Renowned sculptor known for creating baseball statues at Wrigley Field
Episode: Son Ranto Show: Lou Cella and the Fellas
Friar Phil
Former Padres podcaster and friend of the show
Friar Phil Show
Episode: Bleacher Bunch #36: Avenging 1984
Billy Devore
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Episode: Bleacher Bunch #36: Avenging 1984
Mike Waller
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Cubs PS Plus Podcast
Episode: Bleacher Bunch #34: Live From Binski's in Cincy!
Ronnie Woo Woo
Beloved Cubs superfan and longtime supporter.
Episode: Bleacher Bunch #31: Braves-ing the Nationals Guard
Unk Zuna
A Braves superfan who dresses in a Braves uniform to inspire kids and promote baseball enthusiasm.
Episode: Son Ranto #1055: Unkzuna
Eric Weelow
Brewers fan and guest commentator
Episode: Bleacher Bunch #29: Brewing Up Double Double Ewes
Yodlin Yocum
Yodeler
Episode: Bleacher Bunch #28: The Complaint Department

Hosts

Michael Cotton
Host/Co-host on multiple Bleacher Bunch shows; prominent Cubs content contributor
Danny Rocket
Co-host/Host roles across Bleacher Bunch Network shows

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • Bad Liberal Takes

    Spends a lot of time trashing differing political opinions. Even bashing Christians. I look for better in my Cubs podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    smashp1979
    United States2 months ago
  • Entertaining Slate of Cubs Podcasts

    Great personalities and a wide variety of content: ranting, analysis, statistics, fandom, nostalgia. Creating not only content but community! SBUCOG!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RFBleachers
    United Statesa year ago
  • All Stars of Cubs Podcasts

    What a talented and fun group of Chicago Cubs podcast personalities. There is something here for everyone. Fantastic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fur72
    United States2 years ago
  • Just Baseball Would Be Better

    This podcast host has trouble hiding political bias when I thought it was just a Cubs podcast. Other than that, it’s ok.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    smashp1979
    United States2 years ago
  • Nope.

    Overly pessimistic cubs podcast. Very annoying to listen to. Had to stop. 0/10.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    the skinny pimp
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Often includes guests and multiple perspectives on baseball and Cubs culture.
Lively, knowledgeable hosts who deliver both stats and stories.
Strong community feel with entertaining banter and fan engagement.
Polished hosting with clear passion for Cubs history and fandom, though some listeners note political bias in political-adjacent discussions.

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#3
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#218
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Talking Points

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CubsPS+ #112: Greg Zumach on the Draft, Trade Misses and Prospects Who Might Actually Be Good
Q: Where do you see Conrad being on a similar kind of pace compared to recent picks?
Conrad will likely have a slower timeline due to his recovery, possibly leading to a debut around 2027, whereas other recent picks moved up more quickly.
CubsPS+ #112: Greg Zumach on the Draft, Trade Misses and Prospects Who Might Actually Be Good
Q: What do you like about Ethan Conrad?
Ethan Conrad shows potential as a capable player, making good contact and possibly rising quickly through the system, although his shoulder injury may set him back.
Bleacher Bunch #26: The Real All-Stars
Q: DJ, tell me how you got the idea to start this organization and what inspired you to found it?
I recognized the lack of Native American representation and was inspired to create Native Nations to fill that gap.
Bricks Behind the Ivy |
Q: Is there maybe a chance that they're going to put all their baskets in potentially trying to sign Tucker before he becomes a free agent?
It's going to be really challenging to sign Tucker before he hits free agency, as he has earned that right.
Bricks Behind the Ivy |
Q: Is it fair to view that Asad and Taeyong coming back and having good players beyond 2025 is good long term?
Yes, it looks good long term as the Cubs appear to be trying not to mortgage the future for the present.

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This show centers on Chicago Cubs coverage, fandom culture, and baseball analysis, blending game insights with community humor and fan engagement. Episodes frequently tackle team strategies, roster moves, spring training chatter, and the broader baseball ecosystem, often weaving in behind-the-scenes anecdotes, fan experiences, and social media dynamics. The tone is informal, witty, and community-driven, with recurring discussions about ownership decisions, analytics, and the interplay between on-field events and fan culture. The format tends to favor lively banter among a core group of hosts, occasional guests, and a strong emphasis on fan loyalty and neighborhood baseball history, making it appealing to long-time Cubs fans and baseball ner... more

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2. Lou Cella
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5. Mike Waller
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