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Carmen and Jurko

ESPN Chicago
Chicago Bears
NFL
Chicago White Sox
Caleb Williams
Chris Getz
Major League Baseball
Pedro Grifol
NFL Preseason
Hard Knocks
Training Camp
Buffalo Bills
Football Fest
Hard Rock Casino
Justin Fields
Cincinnati Bengals
Pete Vasili
Chicago
Bathroom Mishaps
Matt Eberflus
Pittsburgh Steelers

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

Todd Fuhrman joined the show to preview week 10 in the NFL.

Jurko gives his keys to the Bears game, the guys go inside The Brunch Rush and they talked with Mike North.

The guys preview the Bears and Giants game this Sunday and they talked about the development of Caleb Williams to this point in the season.

Jason McKie joined the show to preview the Bears hosting the Giants in Week 10 and they pick the Cover 5 games for the weekend.

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Recent Guests

Jim McKeel
Sports analyst joining the show
Episode: 10/30 10 AM: The Brunch Rush
Frank Caliendo
Comedian and impressionist known for his sports and celebrity impersonations.
Episode: 10/7 11 AM: Frank Caliendo
Matthew Boyd
Starting pitcher for the Chicago Cubs
Chicago Cubs
Episode: 9/30 9AM CUBS PADRES WILD CARD TALE OF THE TAPE
Ben Johnson
Bears Special Teams Coordinator
Chicago Bears
Episode: 9/29 9 AM: Bears over Raiders 25-24
Lance Briggs
Former NFL linebacker for the Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears
Episode: 9/26 10AM CARMEN & JURKO THE BRUNCH RUSH FROM VEGAS
Todd Furhman
Sports betting analyst and commentator
Formerly of Vegas Stats & Information Network (VSIN)
Episode: 9/5 11 AM: Todd Furhman
Jed Hoyer
Cubs General Manager
Chicago Cubs
Episode: 8/18 1 PM: The Lunch Rush
Kyle Brandt
Co-host of NFL Network's Good Morning Football
NFL Network
Episode: 8/11 1 PM: Kyle Brandt
Kevin Warren
CEO of the Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears
Episode: 8/8 2 PM: Kevin Warren on new stadium

Hosts

Carmen DeFalco
Co-host of Carmen and Jurko, a sports broadcaster known for insightful commentary and engaging discussions.
John Jurkovic
Co-host of Carmen and Jurko, a former NFL player and sports analyst known for providing humorous insights and sports commentary.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 322 ratings
  • 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 States4 months 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 States5 months 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 States7 months 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 Statesa year ago
  • One of my favorites podcast

    One of my favorite podcasts I listen to Carmen and Jurko every day.Thank you for the endless laughs and enjoyment

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stephen DeSantis
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There are mixed reviews regarding the hosts' comedic style, with some finding it appealing and others critiquing it as repetitive.
Listeners commend the informative yet entertaining sports analysis that captures the essence of local Chicago sports culture.
Many fans appreciate the balance of insightful commentary and humor while some express frustration over episode availability and technical issues.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#127
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#227
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#225
Australia/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#54
South Korea/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#107
Singapore/Sports/Football
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#126
India/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

11/5 11 AM: Courtney Cronin
Q: How do you view the Bears' offensive performance this season?
Cronin believes the confidence in the offense's direction is justified given its recent improvements.
11/5 11 AM: Courtney Cronin
Q: What do you think this team can take away from that victory?
The ability for the offense to carry the defense was a major takeaway from the victory.
11/6 11 AM: Jason McKie
Q: What needs to happen for the Bears to secure a playoff berth?
The Bears need to win their crucial NFC games and maintain confidence against teams like the Giants and others in the division.
11/6 11 AM: Jason McKie
Q: How is Ben Johnson affecting the Bears' run game?
His creativity in formations and understanding of angles for offensive execution has contributed to the run game's success.
11/6 11 AM: Jason McKie
Q: What do you like about Colston Loveland's playing style?
He has a short stature that gives him great contact balance, and his aggressive, downhill running style is effective.

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Centered around sports discussion, this series delivers lively commentary, analysis, and humor from seasoned hosts with extensive backgrounds in football. The focus is primarily on NFL topics, notably the Chicago Bears, along with insights into related sports like basketball. Episodes feature engaging banter that touches on current events, player performances, betting strategies, and humorous anecdotes, creating an accessible yet knowledgeable environment for sports enthusiasts. The interaction with listeners further enhances the dynamic, making it a staple for fans wanting in-depth sports dialogue combined with entertainment.

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2. Frank Caliendo
3. Matthew Boyd
4. Ben Johnson
5. Lance Briggs
6. Todd Furhman
7. Jed Hoyer
8. Kyle Brandt

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