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Carmen and Jurko

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Join ten-year NFL veteran John "Jurko" Jurkovic & Carmen DeFalco weekdays as they host the most entertaining sports talk roundtable in town.

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Latest Episodes

Bears legend Tom Thayer chats with Carmen and Jurko from Hawaii to discuss the state of the Bears D-line as well as his trip! Plus, What to make of post game comments out of the Cleveland Cavaliers team.

ESPN Analyst and host of "Get Up!" Mike Greenberg joins the show to discuss how the city of New York is celebrating the Knicks success. Plus, Jack has a conundrum trying to watch a movie on his list during The Brunch Rush!

Carmen and Jurko return from the holiday weekend as both Chicago baseball teams are lurking around .500...

Jesse Rogers joins to break down the Pedro Ramirez move. Does he think the Cubs could make an offer for Skubal at the deadline if he is available? Taking calls on Cubs & should fans really be panicking yet? Jesse Rogers audio on Venable Manager of th... more

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Recent Guests

Sam Antonacci
Analyst/Executive involved with Chicago baseball analytics and player development
Chicago White Sox (baseball operations)
Episode: 5/14 10AM: The Brunch Rush
Liam Hendriks
Pitcher, Cubs signing on minor league deal during offseason chatter
Chicago Cubs
Episode: 5/13 11AM: Fair or Foul: Shea's CTA Etiquette Rules & Cubs New Signing!
Rich Eisenwaddle
Guest on sports talk show
Episode: 5/8 11AM: The Brunch Rush
Chuck Garfin
Sports radio veteran, frequent guest on Chicago sports radio
Chicago Land Sports Network
Episode: 5/6 10AM: The Brunch Rush
Chuck Garfien
Sports reporter, frequent guest
Chicago Land Sports Network
Episode: 5/6 9AM: Who Is The Biggest Douche In Sports?
Alan Portage Park
Derby picks segment guest via YouTube channel
Episode: 5/1 9AM: Draft Winners and Losers
Jim Miller
Analyst, Hawthorne (as referenced in show)
Hawthorne/Odds Couple
Episode: 4/30 11AM: Bulls can't even tank right!
Howard Anken
Howard Anken, invited guest (likely to provide input or commentary during a segment)
Episode: 4/28 9am: Sox are Movin' on Up!
Jack McGrath
Guest reviewer discussing film and providing commentary
ESPN Chicago contributor
Episode: 4/27 11AM: More Bears 2026 Draft, Cole Kmet Future, and Jack's Movie Review; Silence of the Lambs

Hosts

Carmen DeFalco
Host of the show, on-air personality with ESPN Chicago affiliation; longtime Chicago sports radio presence
John Jurkovic
Co-host, NFL veteran, recognized in Chicago as Jurko; provides expert analysis and veteran perspective

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 336 ratings
  • There’s good football talk but….

    I can’t listen to Jurkos right wing politics, casual racism and homophobia anymore

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    puddleberg
    United States3 months ago
  • Monotonous and Grating

    How many Italian American Goodfellas jokes until it’s enough? Carmen’s stubbornness regarding certain topics makes the show impossible to enjoy. He mistakes his milquetoast surface level understanding of topics like analytics (for example) as gospel. And incorrectly applied these concepts way too often. Jurko’s humor can’t even save this show

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dave Gai
    United Statesa year ago
  • Jurko is racist

    When Jurko isn’t being a football meathead, he’s being racist. He says so many coded messages. He criticizes black players differently that how he criticizes white players. One could argue he doesn’t know or realize it and I could are that’s worse.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PromoGuru
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best Show on ESPN

    I appreciate this show even more now that I have to be dragged through 2 hours of Clinton and Friends. Worst 2 hours of radio.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AntiNottingham
    United Statesa year ago
  • Best local Chicago sports talk

    Love the show boys, keep it up! Great window into the state of local Chicago sports. Let’s me keep track of my fave teams while living in a different city. Jurko is insanely funny. You guys capture the mood of the city incredibly well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David Chicagooo
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Jurko is racist
Carm and Jurko
One of my favorite podcasts I listen to Carmen and Jurko every day.
Monotonous and Grating
Carm.
There's good football talk but....
One of my favorites podcast
The incompetence of ESPN always seeps through. Doesn't download 70% of the time for some reason.
Thank you for the endless laughs and enjoyment
Carmen Defalco is a verified racist and bigot
I can't listen to Jurkos right wing politics, casual racism and homophobia anymore
Best local Chicago sports talk
Best Show on ESPN
He's a good dude, but my brother, have an opinion occasionally. It's radio.
I appreciate this show even more now that I have to be dragged through 2 hours of Clinton and Friends. Worst 2 hours of radio.
Carmen's stubbornness regarding certain topics makes the show impossible to enjoy.
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One could argue he doesn't know or realize it and I could are that's worse.
Love the show boys, keep it up! Great window into the state of local Chicago sports.
When Jurko isn't being a football meathead, he's being racist. He says so many coded messages.
Let's me keep track of my fave teams while living in a different city. Jurko is insanely funny.
terrible
These guys are hilarious best sports show in Chicago maybe best anywhere.
I listen occasionally, but wow, Carm has the personality of a 2x4.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#118
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#164
Australia/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#230
France/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#14
South Korea/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#119
Ireland/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#154
Singapore/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

4/17 11AM: Noah Schultz
Q: What was it like reflecting on your debut now that you've had a chance to think about it?
It's been whirlwind, nerve-wracking but special, with a standing ovation and support from family and friends.
4/17 11AM: Noah Schultz
Q: Noah, thank you for joining us. How are you?
I'm doing great and excited to be on with you guys.
4/29 11 AM: Jesse Rogers
Q: How seriously should we take the Rock Chalowski chatter for the number one pick?
There is real chatter about Chalowski being a top pick, but the discussion also stresses understanding the draft mechanics and slot values, suggesting fans should wait to see how the process unfolds rather than drawing firm conclusions from speculative talk.
4/29 11 AM: Jesse Rogers
Q: What do you think hitters are hitting off Davis Martin's fastball?
Hitters are hitting the fastball at an elevated rate, but his off-speed stuff is outstanding; the data shows the fastball being hit more, while the off-speed is performing much better, indicating a recent shift in how teams are approaching him.
4/15 9AM: The Noah Schultz Show
Q: What stands out to you about Noah Schultz's first big-league start?
The panel notes his nerves, the early trouble, but also his ability to bounce back and show a competitive, advanced pitching profile that could translate with more experience.

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A fast-paced Chicago sports roundtable where two veteran hosts discuss the latest in NFL and local Bears news, often weaving in trade rumors, cap space debates, draft scenarios, and cross-sport banter. Episodes mix deep sport-specific analysis with lively caller interactions, pop culture references, and regional humor, with frequent discussions around high-profile targets, trades, and the evolving off-season landscape. Notable traits include a strong focus on the Bears' strategy, star edge-rusher conversations, and a chemistry-driven, banter-heavy format that blends analysis with entertainment for local sports fans and industry-followers alike.

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Recent guests on Carmen and Jurko include:

1. Sam Antonacci
2. Liam Hendriks
3. Rich Eisenwaddle
4. Chuck Garfin
5. Chuck Garfien
6. Alan Portage Park
7. Jim Miller
8. Howard Anken

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