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Carmen and Jurko

ESPN Chicago
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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

The guys give picks for the Cover 5 in Week 13 and the guys listened to the Ben Johnson press conference live from Halas Hall.

Courtney Cronin joined the show to preview the Bears and Eagles on Friday. Jurko gives his Keys to the Game and the guys go inside The Brunch Rush.

It's the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and Jurko drives the show. The guys also preview the Bears at Eagles game on Friday.

The guys ask if the Bears can make the playoffs after starting the season 8-3? The guys also talked about the semi finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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Recent Guests

Neil Funk
Legendary NBA play-by-play announcer, known for calling Chicago Bulls games during their championship era
Former Bulls Play-by-Play Announcer
Episode: 11/21 10 AM: Neil Funk
Tracy Butler
Weather anchor and loyal Steelers fan
ABC 7 Chicago
Episode: 11/21 9 AM: Tracy Butler
Ben Johnson
Head Coach of the Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears
Episode: 11/3 11 AM: Bears HC Ben Johnson with Jeff Joniak
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
Lance Briggs
Former NFL linebacker for the Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears
Episode: 9/26 10AM CARMEN & JURKO THE BRUNCH RUSH FROM VEGAS
Jason McKie
Former NFL player and current broadcaster
ESPN Chicago
Episode: 9/25 11 AM: Jason McKie
Todd Furhman
Sports betting analyst and commentator
Formerly of Vegas Stats & Information Network (VSIN)
Episode: 9/5 11 AM: Todd Furhman

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 324 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 States5 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 States6 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 States8 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

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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.

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Apple Podcasts
#155
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#132
France/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#17
South Korea/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#49
Norway/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#89
Ireland/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#100
Singapore/Sports/Football

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

11/25 10 AM: Tom Thayer
Q: What impressed you or made you happiest about the Bears' performance?
Thayer notes the physicality of the game and how the Bears managed injuries while performing competitively.
11/21 11 AM: Todd Fuhrman
Q: What do you expect to happen with this Bears line with the current injuries?
Fuhrman discusses the potential impact of injuries on the Bears' game against the Steelers, indicating the uncertainty and strategical issues this creates.
11/19 11 AM: Courtney Cronin
Q: Are playoffs a dirty word up there, or is that team starting to really believe it behind the scenes?
Players are saying they are not looking at playoffs yet, but there's real possibility considering their current position and schedule.
11/19 11 AM: Courtney Cronin
Q: What do you expect to happen with Gordon this week?
Ben Johnson believes that Kyler Gordon may be activated this week, considering it a short-term situation.
11/21 9 AM: Tracy Butler
Q: How do you feel about your Steelers coming to town this weekend?
I get very superstitious about wagering, and prefer not to make any bets related to the Steelers' chances.

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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. Tracy Butler
3. Ben Johnson
4. Jim McKeel
5. Frank Caliendo
6. Matthew Boyd
7. Lance Briggs
8. Jason McKie

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