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Spiegel & Holmes Show

Audacy
Chicago Bears
Chicago Cubs
White Sox
Caleb Williams
Cubs
Chicago
Chicago White Sox
Pete Crow-Armstrong
Ben Johnson
Chicago Bulls
Chicago, United States
Bears
Milwaukee Brewers
Patrick Kane
Shohei Ohtani
Joint Practices
Nico Hoerner
Lebron James
Ozzie Guillen
Kyler Gordon

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, new Bulls assistant coach Taj Gibson joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share his excitement for getting his coaching career started in Chicago; FS1 host Danny Parkins joined the Rahimi & Grote Show to d... more

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes welcomed on Dan Wiederer of The Athletic and Score football analyst Olin Kreutz to preview the Bears-Vikings game Sunday at Soldier Field.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by reacting to the news that veteran quarterback Carson Wentz will start for the Vikings against the Bears on Sunday after Kyler Murray was ruled out with a concussion. After that, they discussed the... more

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes were joined by Dan Wiederer of The Athletic to preview the Bears-Vikings game Sunday at Soldier Field. After that, author, lawyer and former NFL executive Andrew Brandt joined the show to discuss t... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Kuhn
Host of Categories
Episode: Categories!
Brian Hoyer
Former NFL quarterback
Free agent/Analyst appearances
Episode: Interviews of the Week on 104.3 The Score: Aug. 31-Sept. 4
Peyton Manning
Two-time Super Bowl champion, football figure featured in interview segments
NFL/Media appearances
Episode: Full Show — September 4, 2026
Jori Parys
Singer and sports anchor/reporter at CBS Chicago
CBS Chicago
Episode: Steve Ballmer lied through his teeth to ESPN (Hour 3)
Kaitlin Sharkey
Reporter from WGN
WGN
Episode: Is Pete Crow-Armstrong most 'drop what you're doing' at-bat in baseball? (Hour 4)
Jori Paris
Friend of Kaitlin Sharkey and CBS Sports Chicago on-air talent; singer who performed the national anthem at Wrigley Field
CBS Sports Chicago
Episode: Jori Parys reflects on singing national anthem at Cubs game Thursday
Jorie Parris
Singer and sports anchor/reporter
Competing station
Episode: Steve Ballmer lied through his teeth to ESPN
Tyson Bajan
NFL quarterback, Bears rookie QB
Chicago Bears
Episode: Dan Wiederer is waiting for Kyler Gordon to give his side of the story
Dan Weider
Guest on Bears issues segment
Episode: Is the state of the Bears defense giving you anxiety?

Hosts

Matt Spiegel
Host focused on insightful Chicago sports analysis and witty banter, frequently discussing Cubs, Bears, and White Sox with a popular on-air persona.
Laurence Holmes
Co-host with broad Chicago sports coverage, blending Bears and Cubs analysis with local culture banter.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 722 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 States6 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 States7 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 States10 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 Statesa year 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

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

Longtime fans appreciate the host duo's banter and consistency across episodes.
Listener enthusiasm for Cubs and Bears coverage remains strong; guests often provide valuable insider context.
Some listeners value the mix of sports with local culture moments and cross-promotional guests.
Criticism centers on occasional shifts in guest dynamics and perceived over-reliance on familiar formats.
Users often comment on the show's ability to surface timely trade and roster insights.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Cubs need to find a bullpen hero & a Kyler Gordon-Derrick Rose saga comparison (Hour 1)
Q: Who might emerge as the Cubs' bullpen hero in the postseason?
The discussion centers on internal options like Palencia or someone in the lower tiers or coming back from injury who could seize a high-leverage role, emphasizing the need for a late-inning presence.
Cubs need to find a bullpen hero & a Kyler Gordon-Derrick Rose saga comparison (Hour 1)
Q: What is the key issue with Kyler Gordon's rehab and availability?
The hosts discuss that Kyler's rehab trajectory is unclear, with questions about the calf recovery, potential risk of re-injury, and whether the organization believes he can return safely, which affects their approach and public messaging.
Craig Counsell talks Cubs & we share appreciation for Sean Newcomb (Hour 2)
Q: What kind of in-game decisions does that affect when you're thinking about it from that perspective?
Bullpen usage and wearing out relievers can impact future outcomes; decisions are made with an eye toward sustaining performance and health for upcoming starts.
QB1 Caleb Williams dazzles on 'Hot Ones'
Q: What is a great version of the quarterback coach relationship, and is it more like a mentorship or a jazz duo?
Caleb describes the relationship as a mentor-and-jazz duo, where the coach is tough and demanding yet supportive, helping him grow while you collaborate through the game's flows.
Full Show — September 2, 2026
Q: What did Dennis Allen say about the Jervon Dexter trade and the defensive line depth?
Allen stressed confidence in the current defensive line group, noted the trade was about timing and fit, and emphasized developing young players while maintaining a competitive edge.

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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-based sports talk show that blends in-depth analysis of Cubs, White Sox, Bears, and local sports stories with lively banter and guest appearances. Episodes frequently dissect roster moves, front-office decisions, and game-day performances while weaving in pop culture moments and city politics. Notable strengths include long-running chemistry between hosts, access to high-profile guests (players, managers, and executives), and a knack for turning big regional storylines into entertaining, conversation-driven segments. The format tends to mix practical sports analysis with light-hearted culture bits, making it appealing for listeners who want both depth and personality from a local sports voice.

A standout trait is the show's abili... more

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Recent guests on Spiegel & Holmes Show include:

1. Alex Kuhn
2. Brian Hoyer
3. Peyton Manning
4. Jori Parys
5. Kaitlin Sharkey
6. Jori Paris
7. Jorie Parris
8. Tyson Bajan

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