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Spiegel & Holmes Show

Audacy
Chicago Cubs
Chicago Bears
Cubs
Chicago Bulls
Chicago
Nico Hoerner
White Sox
World Baseball Classic
NFL Draft
Baseball
Chicago White Sox
Pete Crow-Armstrong
Illinois
Bears
Milwaukee Brewers
NCAA Tournament
Major League Baseball
Seiya Suzuki
Caleb Williams
Tiger Woods

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes bring you Chicago sports talk with great opinions, guests and fun. Join Spiegel and Holmes as they discuss the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox and delve into the biggest sports storylines of the day. Recurring guests include former Bears coach Dave Wannstedt, former Bears center Olin Kreutz, Cubs manager Craig Counsell, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner... more

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Latest Episodes

In Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score, ClutchPoints insider Brett Siegel joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the Bulls' coaching search and options in the NBA Draft; Tribune reporter Brad Biggs joined the Mully & Haugh Show to share his o... more

In the Best of the Bears this week, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote listened and reacted to quarterbacks coach J.T. Barrett explain why quarterback Caleb Williams should try to "do less" at times on the field; Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed h... more

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes previewed the Cubs-Cardinals series and discussed the latest Bears storylines coming out of OTAs.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by previewing the Cubs-Cardinals series in St. Louis this weekend.

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Recent Guests

Alex Kuhn
Host of Categories
Episode: Categories!
Michael Smith
Former SportsCenter anchor, Cubs for a Cure Radiothon guest
ESPN/United States
Episode: Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score: May 18-22
Jim Schwantz
Former Bears player, Mayor of Palatine
Palatine, Illinois
Episode: Best of the Bears: How much heat is on Dennis Allen?
Jun Lee
Baseball analyst and writer
ESPN, Field, Substack (baseball analyst)
Episode: Full Show — May 20, 2026
Joon Lee
Baseball journalist; writer for ESPN and The Times, independent Substack/YouTube creator
ESPN; The Times; Joon Lee Substack/YouTube
Episode: Joon Lee discusses his intricate reporting on MLB pitching injuries (Hour 2)
Sal Salamakia
Guest introduced as Sal Salamakia
Episode: Matt Spiegel Is Explaining How Chicago Is Going Baseball Crazy
Brock Holt
Former MLB player
MLB
Episode: Matt Spiegel Is Explaining How Chicago Is Going Baseball Crazy
John Lester
Former MLB pitcher
MLB
Episode: Matt Spiegel Is Explaining How Chicago Is Going Baseball Crazy
June Lee
Baseball writer
News/Media
Episode: No need for the Cubs to panic, but fans don't want to hear 'it's early'

Hosts

Matt Spiegel
Host of Spiegel & Holmes Show with Chicago sports focus and analytical approach to roster-building.
Laurence Holmes
Co-host focusing on Chicago sports with a balanced, level-headed perspective and strong interview presence.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 717 ratings
  • Bad

    I used to like both of these guys. But Holmes selling his soul to Portnoy absolutely killed The Score for me. Spiegel is a puppet. No thoughts of his own.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    causemonaught83
    United States3 months ago
  • Can’t do it anymore…

    The transition from the originals to the “new” talent has been IMO unsuccessful… Holmes w/ Jason was what many of us had been waiting for … and it just did not get done … the mid-day and afternoon pairings are too oatmeal / the same voice / same opinions there is no “rub” … nice and safe is what it has felt like for too long … I’m out

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    The Wet Monkey
    United States4 months ago
  • Hosts and guests

    Why is Danny Parkins listed under hosts and guests and Laurence Holmes is not?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gross Rexman
    United States7 months ago
  • Review of Audacy’s upload practice

    Let me start by saying Spegiel and Holmes get a 5 star review from me as a show. Subscribe and listen because Laurence is the level headed voice of Chicago sports to me. Matt is pretty ok too.

    My problem and the reason for my 3 star review is with the way Audacy takes 1 show which lasts 4 hours with commercials on the radio(about 2.5 hours of content) and uploads it multiple times in multiple different lengths. It throws off my “Up Next” queue. You get the (full show) upload, EACH of the 4 ind... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SemiC0L0N
    United States9 months ago
  • Jay zawaski and Rick camp

    Jay and Rick need more air time

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jp from Peoria
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Audience appreciates the hosts' strong Bears and NFL focus and insider guest lineups.
Overall sentiment highlights engaging local Chicago sports perspective, entertaining segments, and informative breakdowns from guest experts.
Listeners value the analytical approach to roster decisions, cap space, and strategy with credible former players and reporters.
Some reviews note pacing and consistency concerns with show length and episode uploads, but many praise the banter and chemistry between hosts and guests.

Chart Rankings

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

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#150
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Foodie crew gives its 'best kept secrets' in Chicago
Q: What makes Chicago a great city for burger lovers?
The group emphasizes variety, neighborhood charm, and memorable experiences at distinct spots like Little Bad Wolf and Small Bar, arguing that quality, uniqueness, and accessibility combine to create a standout burger scene.
Joon Lee discusses his intricate reporting on MLB pitching injuries
Q: do you think baseball is any closer to best practices when it comes to protecting arms?
Lee suggests that while teams are increasingly aware of arm health and evolutionary training methods, the incentive structure and pressure to reach big-league velocity can undermine best practices, making it a mixed bag with pockets of progress.
Jed Hoyer reminds that it's difficult to make meaningful trades this time of year (Hour 4)
Q: What did Jed Hoyer say about the Cubs' approach to trades this season?
Hoyer suggested it's too early for large, external moves and emphasized evaluating internal options first, with selective deals as the season unfolds and depth becomes a deciding factor.
Full Show — May 22, 2026
Q: What would you have suggested be a move that illustrates that they're trying to win a World Series?
The caller suggested more aggressive investing in high-impact players and a shake-up at the top, but the hosts discussed the challenge of finding players who both fit financially and in terms of talent, implying that pure lineup shuffles aren't a simple solution without broader organizational changes.
Full Show — May 13, 2026
Q: What stands out about the Bulls' top four draft prospects at the combine?
Cody Westerlund explains the differences between Caleb Wilson, Cam Boozer, Darren Peterson, and AJ DeBonsa, focusing on measurements, wingspan, and how these traits translate to NBA potential and fit with the Bulls.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Spiegel & Holmes Show

What is Spiegel & Holmes Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Chicago sports talk show with a strong focus on the Bears and NFL offseason strategy, blended with analysis of other local teams and pop-culture banter. Hosts mix data-driven roster and cap-space conversations with candid guest insights from former players, reporters, and analysts. Notable strengths include in-depth center and offensive line discussions tied to roster-building, high-visibility guest appearances from ex-NFL players and Bears insiders, and a conversational, entertainment-forward style that keeps football strategy accessible. The format often balances hard analysis with lighthearted segments, audience calls, and in-studio guests, making it appealing to listeners who want practical NFL coverage delivered in a collaborative, C... more

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1. Mully & Haugh Show
2. Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show
3. Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast
4. Dan Bernstein Unfiltered
5. Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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Recent guests on Spiegel & Holmes Show include:

1. Alex Kuhn
2. Michael Smith
3. Jim Schwantz
4. Jun Lee
5. Joon Lee
6. Sal Salamakia
7. Brock Holt
8. John Lester

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