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Carmen and Jurko

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

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

Hour 3: National Bears Reporter for ESPN Courtney Cronin Joined Carmen & Jurko with the latest Bears update on trading DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills and the latest NFL storylines. Carmen & Jurko reacted to the Bears trading WR DJ Moore to the Buffalo... more

Hour 2: Carmen & Jurko served up the Brunch Rush. The guy's paid tribute to former Notre Dame Head Football Coach Lou Holtz; Jurko's brother Mirko Jurkovic played for Holtz and shares stories of his late brother and Holtz. Bathroom Gate: Waddle accus... more

Hour 1: Carmen & Jurko discussed Tyler and Kap had a really spirited debate about Tyson Bagent and his value. Would you give him up for a fourth? Is Bagent replaceable? If Caleb was to go down for the multiple games, what would be your confidence lev... more

Hour 3: MLB Insider ESPN Jesse Rogers joined Carmen & Jurko with updates on the White Sox, Cubs and the latest MLB storylines. Who has more trade value DJ Moore or Rome Odunze? What type of deal would you propose to get Max Crosby? World Baseball Cla... more

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Recent Guests

Jayden Ivey
Professional Basketball Player
Detroit Pistons
Episode: 2/23 11AM The Old Jayden Ivey is Dead
Jack Hughes
U.S. Hockey player who scored a notable goal in the Olympics
NHL
Episode: 2/23 10AM The Brunch Rush
Maxx Crosby
Defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders, brother of the co-host on his podcast
Las Vegas Raiders
Episode: 2/18 9AM: Caleb Williams and Maxx Crosby Offseason Connection!
Viking Scott
Caller providing insights on college basketball
Episode: 2/13 11AM: Sports Gift Ideas for Valentines Day
Downtown Dean
Caller discussing food and bacon preferences
Episode: 2/13 11AM: Sports Gift Ideas for Valentines Day
Tom McDermott
Mayor of Hammond
Episode: 2/12 11AM: Come on Chris Getz!!!!
Thomas McDermott
Mayor of Hammond, Indiana
City of Hammond
Episode: 2/12 10AM: Mayor Thomas McDermott
Austin Bonta
Mayor of Portage
City of Portage
Episode: 2/11 9AM: Austin Bonta
Jed Hoyer
President of Baseball Operations for the Chicago Cubs
Chicago Cubs
Episode: 1/15 11AM: Jed Hoyer

Hosts

Carmen DeFalco
Co-host known for insightful sports analysis and driving discussions with humor and anecdotes.
John Jurkovic
Co-host characterized as the comic relief and engaging sports commentator, often providing deeper insights from a player's perspective.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 331 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 States8 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 States9 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 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
  • 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.

Listeners appreciate the focus on local Chicago sports, making it relatable and relevant.
There are mixed feelings about the hosts' personalities, but many find them reflective of an engaging sports environment.
Engaging discussions filled with humor and thoughtful sports commentary.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#88
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#96
France/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#142
Australia/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#4
South Korea/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#21
Ireland/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#52
South Korea/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

2/25 11AM: Jesse Rogers
Q: How do you view the potential challenge philosophy of teams going into the regular season?
Teams might be more cautious with challenges, focusing on absolute certainty rather than taking risks early in games.
2/25 11AM: Jesse Rogers
Q: What do you think about the efficiency of challenges observed during spring training?
Only 53% of the challenges have been overturned, which many find surprising given the high number of games played so far.
2/25 9AM: Courtney Cronin
Q: What tough decisions will have to be made?
Cronin mentions that the team needs to evaluate contracts for players like Cole and DeAndre Swift to save on cap space, considering younger and potentially cheaper options.
2/23 10AM The Brunch Rush
Q: What are your thoughts on the Tush push debate in the NFL?
Jurko shared that he thought it might not be banned this season despite previous events and controversy surrounding it.
2/23 10AM The Brunch Rush
Q: How do you feel about the upcoming events like March Madness and the Masters?
They expressed excitement about upcoming sports events and how they help fill the gap after football season, especially appreciating the competition.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Carmen and Jurko

What is Carmen and Jurko about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features engaging discussions centered around sports, particularly focusing on football and basketball. The hosts, known for their lively banter, cover a range of topics including team strategies, recent games, weather conditions affecting play, and general sports culture. Notably, there is an emphasis on local Chicago sports, especially the performance of the Chicago Bears, making it a go-to for listeners interested in in-depth team analysis and humor-filled commentary.

The format includes lively exchanges between the hosts and expert guests, blending humor with insightful analysis. With a mix of personal anecdotes, predictions, and listener interactions, this podcast is aimed at sports enthusiasts looking for a comprehensive ... more

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1. Waddle & Silvy
2. Kap & J.Hood
3. Hoge & Jahns: a show about the Chicago Bears
4. CHGO Chicago Bears Podcast
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1. Jayden Ivey
2. Jack Hughes
3. Maxx Crosby
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6. Tom McDermott
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8. Austin Bonta

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