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Spiegel & Holmes Show

Audacy
Chicago Bears
Chicago Cubs
World Baseball Classic
Chicago Bulls
NFL Draft
Cubs
Chicago
Nico Hoerner
Baseball
Illinois
NFL
NCAA Tournament
White Sox
Pete Crow-Armstrong
Chicago White Sox
Team USA
NFLPA
Major League Baseball
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

Matt Spiegel and Dan Wiederer discussed the optimism surrounding the Bulls and welcomed on Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner to discuss the club's recent surge.

Matt Spiegel and Dan Wiederer opened their show by discussing the optimism surrounding the Bulls these days. After that, Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner joined the show to discuss the club's recent surge.

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Dan Wiederer discussed which Bears rookies are primed to make the biggest impact in the 2026 season and what roles they'll fill. After that, the guys discussed the potential generational divide between those who e... more

In the third hour, Matt Spiegel and Dan Wiederer discussed potential roster-building strategies for the rebuilding Bulls, including whether they could take on bad money with draft assets attached this offseason. After that, Score football analyst Ant... more

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Recent Guests

Jamal Collier
Reporter for ESPN
ESPN
Episode: Michael Reinsdorf promises to give 'resources' to Bryson Graham
Bryson Graham
Executive VP of basketball operations, Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls
Episode: Bryson Graham comported himself well at introductory press conference
Rod Walker
Sportswriter covering the Pelicans, New Orleans
nola.com
Episode: Best of the Bulls: Chicago hires Bryson Graham as new lead executive
Chris Hine
Timberwolves beat writer for Minnesota Star Tribune
Minnesota Star Tribune
Episode: White Sox are fun right now (Hour 3)
Alex Kuhn
Host of Categories
Episode: Categories!
Dillon Thieneman
Bears safety/defensive back prospect
Chicago Bears (draft pick)
Episode: Cassie Carlson is excited to see how Dillon Thieneman fits in Bears defense
Alex Coon
Contributor, appeared on show
The Score
Episode: Craig Counsell's aggressiveness with playing matchups is working
David Syvertsen
Ourlads analyst
Ourlads
Episode: Best of the Bears: Experts assess Chicago's draft class
Paris Schutz
News anchor providing political context and analysis
CBS Chicago / WBBM? (as introduced in discussion)
Episode: Paris Schutz breaks down latest developments in Bears' stadium fiasco (Hour 2)

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 715 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 States2 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 States3 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 States6 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 States8 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

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

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.

Apple Podcasts
#234
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Cody Westerlund reacts to Bryson Graham's introductory press conference
Q: From what you've heard since the hire, is there an area that makes you feel confident the Bulls got this right?
Cody points to Graham's broad department exposure, especially in drafts and player personnel, as a strong indicator, despite inexperience, that he can build the foundational pieces the Bulls need.
Cody Westerlund reacts to Bryson Graham's introductory press conference
Q: Cody, what's going on man, how are you?
Cody responds that the environment is positive, noting Graham's sharp presentation and the sense that he understands the task at hand and has a plan, while emphasizing the collaborative culture plus final decision-making authority.
Full Show — May 6, 2026
Q: What is Bryson Graham's approach to rebuilding the Bulls?
He emphasizes a clean slate, collaboration across departments, and a focus on talent evaluation and development rather than quick-fix moves, with a plan to hire a coach and build a strong draft and scouting operation.
Best of the Bulls: Chicago hires Bryson Graham as new lead executive
Q: What about Graham's track record with talent evaluation and development—how might that translate to Chicago?
His history of finding and developing talent, including players who were overlooked or undervalued, is seen as a major strength that could help the Bulls' two top draft picks and overall roster construction.
Best of the Bulls: Chicago hires Bryson Graham as new lead executive
Q: How might the front office be structured under Graham, and how different could it be from the traditional model?
Everything is on the table, with Graham proposing a build-out that prioritizes a modern, collaborative front office and potential expansion of analytics and player development roles.

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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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Recent guests on Spiegel & Holmes Show include:

1. Jamal Collier
2. Bryson Graham
3. Rod Walker
4. Chris Hine
5. Alex Kuhn
6. Dillon Thieneman
7. Alex Coon
8. David Syvertsen

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