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Carmen and Jurko

ESPN Chicago
Chicago Cubs
Chicago Bears
Cubs
Chicago White Sox
White Sox
Chicago
Baseball
Chicago Bulls
World Cup
Major League Baseball
Milwaukee Brewers
Caleb Williams
Pete Crow-Armstrong
ESPN
Bears
NFL Draft
Dansby Swanson
NBA
Kentucky Derby
NFL

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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Jeff Joniak joins Carmen and Jurko ahead of Ben Johnson, Kevin Warren and George McCaskey pressers, List of Lists, and PCA joins quite the list of centerfielders...

The Cubs win again and are now just 3 games back of the Brewers! Silvy better get his jock strap ready for his run from CBOT to Wrigley! The guys listen to audio from Hammond Mayor & Indiana Governor on possible looming Bears stadium announcement... ... more

Jesse is in for Carmen as he and Jurko start the hour with The List of Lists! Today's topic: Best duos. The guys take calls on The List of Lists, and then take on The Brunch Rush. Are you fine with PCA being a villian in the MLB? Could Caleb Williams... more

Jesse enters the show for Jack and continues the topic of Ben Johnson and the offense with Jurko!. A caller asks Jurko to bless the Bears with a prayer! He says he will on the eve of the season. Dan Pompei from The Athletic joins the show to talk abo... more

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Recent Guests

Shane Orling
Sitting in for Carmen as guest/alternate host
ESPN Chicago
Episode: 8/3: BREAKING NEWS: Coby Bryant Carted Off Field at Bears Practice
Jeff Joniak
Voice of the Bears, weekly contributor
Chicago Bears broadcasting
Episode: 7/28 10AM: The List of Lists & The Brunch Rush
Todd Furman
Expert handicapper
Vegas betting community
Episode: 7/28 10AM: The List of Lists & The Brunch Rush
Pat Boyle
Sports journalist/analyst who covers the Hawks
Chicago Sports Network / ESPN Chicago
Episode: 07/23 11AM: Pat Boyle
Rich Eisen
Sports broadcaster, guest commentator
NBC/ESPN radio network appearances
Episode: 07/20 11AM: To cheat or not to cheat?
Roch Cholowsky
First overall pick in the MLB draft, Sox prospect
Chicago White Sox
Episode: 7/17 9AM: Roch Cholowsky
Connor McKnight
Chicago Sports Network contributor mentioned as upcoming guest
Chicago Sports Network
Episode: 7/13 9AM: Can the Cubs Catch the Brewers in the NL Central?
Downtown Dean
Call-in guest known for on-air rivalry discussions
Cap'n Hood segment on show
Episode: 7/1 10AM: The List of Lists: Most Overrated Things
Tiago Splitter
Former NBA player; new Bulls head coach
Chicago Bulls
Episode: 6/15 10 AM: Bulls have a Coach!

Hosts

Carmen DeFalco
Co-host and long-time host of the show with deep ties to ESPN Chicago; frequently introduces segments and guides discussions.
John Jurkovic
Host of the show, often referred to as Jurko; known for candid takes and in-depth sports banter.

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 States6 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

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Listeners appreciate the Chicago-centric sports banter and chemistry between hosts.
Some reviews call out problematic political or inflammatory comments and jokes.
Some episodes suffer from download or consistency issues that frustrate subscribers.
Fans praise the show for window into local sports and entertaining dialogue.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#104
United States/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#247
Canada/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#151
Australia/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#244
Germany/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#6
South Korea/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#76
South Korea/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

8/3 11AM: Jesse Rogers & White Sox trade for Brenton Doyle
Q: What was the reasoning behind the White Sox acquiring Brenton Doyle?
The discussion suggests Doyle adds outfield depth and potential value as a centerfielder, with consideration given to how he fits alongside other outfield options, as well as ongoing payroll and future-year considerations in a broader deadline strategy.
7/30 11AM: Courtney Cronin
Q: What have you noticed about the Bears' general attitude as they reconvene for preparations?
Courtney Cronin describes a culture that's already in place, with a clear identity and a sense of being hunters rather than hunted, which she believes is essential for sustaining success through a tough schedule.
07/24 11AM: Jesse's Keys!
Q: What is the likelihood of Caleb Bonamer being moved at this deadline?
The panel consensus is that moving Caleb Bonamer at the deadline is unlikely, with calls to keep him for future development.
7/17 9AM: Roch Cholowsky
Q: What was cooler for you—the draft call or meeting the Sox staff during the June visit?
The visit was a major moment, meeting Jerry and the staff, but the draft call was the culmination of everything and special in its own right.
7/17 9AM: Roch Cholowsky
Q: When did you know you were the number one pick, and how did your family react at the moment you found out?
I learned about an hour and a half before the draft, and my family found out on TV with everyone else; I told my two best friends first and kept the surprise for my parents.

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This long-running Chicago sports roundtable blends sharp game analysis with lively banter, covering baseball, football, and local sports culture. Episodes frequently pair in-depth discussions of Cubs, White Sox, and Bears with guest interviews from players, executives, and analysts, plus frequent sponsor reads and lighthearted personal anecdotes. The chemistry between hosts drives a casual, opinionated vibe that appeals to local fans who want the inside scoop, candid takes, and a strong sense of place. Notably, the show often threads data-driven insights with story-driven moments, travel anecdotes, and fan interactions, creating a memorable, neighborhood-sized sports talk experience.

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2. Jeff Joniak
3. Todd Furman
4. Pat Boyle
5. Rich Eisen
6. Roch Cholowsky
7. Connor McKnight
8. Downtown Dean

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