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Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast

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Chicago Bears
Caleb Williams
Ben Johnson
Logan Jones
Kyler Gordon
Braxton Jones
NFL Draft
NFL
Dillon Thieneman
Arlington Heights
Luther Burden
Indiana
Montez Sweat
Coby Bryant
Green Bay Packers
Rome Odunze
Colston Loveland
Illinois
Chicago
Jaylon Johnson

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote host Take The North, which covers the latest Chicago Bears news and storylines every week. The duo promises to bring you informed, compelling, honest and responsible analysis of all the latest topics surrounding Da Bears.

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Bears quarterback Caleb Williams recently spoke to a group of reporters about his potential future contract and a number of other topics. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote have the quotes and bring them to you via dramatic reading from Grote.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear former Bears quarterback Brian Hoyer's comments on current Chicago quarterback Caleb Williams from his interview on 104.3 The Score in Chicago.

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear from Bears offensive coordinator Press Taylor, who was asked when he thinks the team will start really digging into its bag of tricks.

It's time for another edition of Listen To This! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote have picked out the best Bears sound of the week. We hear from quarterback Caleb Williams (via dramatic reading from Grote), former NFL quarterback Brian Hoyer, offensive co... more

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Tyson Bagent
Bears quarterback, guest on Take The North Live
Chicago Bears
Episode: Tyson Bagent: Ben Johnson is the hardest-working person in the building
D'Andre Swift
Running back for the Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears
Episode: [FULL EPISODE] Take The North LIVE at Gurnee Hyundai!
Mak Nong
Team captain for the GLASA Chicago Bears Wheelchair Football Team
Glasa Chicago Bears Wheelchair Football Team
Episode: [FULL EPISODE] Bears still aren't sure who their left tackle is
Prest Taylor
Offensive coordinator for the Chicago Bears
Chicago Bears
Episode: How does Ozzy Trapilo's potential return shake up the left tackle competition?
Neville Gallimore
Canadian-born NFL defensive tackle, Bears player
Chicago Bears
Episode: [FULL EPISODE] A new Bears player raves about the culture the team has built
Mike Sando
NFL senior writer for The Athletic; quarterback tiers creator
The Athletic
Episode: [FULL EPISODE] Mike Sando breaks down The Athletic's QB tiers list
Pres Taylor
Offensive assistant coach
Chicago Bears
Episode: [FULL EPISODE] Bears offense off to strong start at training camp
Kyle Long
Former Bears player, special guest in camp setting
CBS Sports (media presence), former Bears player
Episode: [FULL EPISODE] Bears offense off to strong start at training camp
Dennis Allen
NFL coach discussed in the episode
Episode: Dennis Allen is a big fan of the way Coby Bryant plays

Hosts

Dan Wiederer
Host focused on Bears reporting and analysis; multiple affiliations noted across episodes.
Mark Grote
Co-host providing Bears-focused analysis with insider perspectives.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 255 ratings
  • What’s with the tiny episodes??

    I used to listen to this podcast exclusively to get my Bears fix. But I can’t do it anymore because of these tiny episodes. 1/5th of the episode but all the ads!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tiny episodes r the worst
    United States3 months ago
  • Unsubscribing because of fake episodes

    I was open to giving this show a chance and enjoyed the first episodes I listened to. I’m unsubscribing after the first week because of the onslaught of episode clips posted to the feed.

    Incredibly annoying. Zero benefit to the listeners. Just ruins my podcast feed.

    There’s a reason zero other podcasts do this.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BK42316
    United States9 months ago
  • Top shelf analysis

    Mark and Dan provide a good chemistry and breakdown the game well each week.

    Good all around Bears pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaybNexYr Bear fan 77
    United States9 months ago
  • Love the show, but I do disagree on some points

    I do think that Dan is judging too early on Trapillo just taking either the Left or Right Tackle position with nothing standing in his way. He has looked very good in helmet, t-shirt and shorts. But he won’t beat out Darnell Wright (a 1st round pick, who has played well) on the right side. And Braxton Jones who is just capable, has 3 seasons of experience against NFL rushers. Until we see Trapillo in action with the pads we shouldn’t make that assumption.

    Mark seems emotionally scarred by the Gr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James P Whitney
    United Statesa year ago
  • Enjoyable Podcast

    How can there be any talk of not taking any position other than a left tackle in the 1st round?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johncoachm
    United Statesa year ago

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

[FULL EPISODE] Bears still aren't sure who their left tackle is
Q: What sets wheelchair football apart from traditional football, and what can fans expect to see at the games?
Mak Nong describes the physicality, speed, and strategic play of wheelchair football, noting that while athletes use chairs, the competition is intense with big hits, high level skill, and a strong sense of community and inclusion.
Grote spoke to Kyler Gordon in the Bears locker room after their preseason game
Q: What is it like for Malik Mohammed to play both nickel and corner, and how is the process going?
Mohammed said the transition is going well, it's been a mental adjustment, and while it's different, football basics stay the same; he's getting the groove of the defense and focusing on physicality and reliable tackling.
[FULL EPISODE] Mike Sando breaks down The Athletic's QB tiers list
Q: Mike, can you walk us through your quarterback tiers methodology and why it isn't simply a raw ranking list?
The tiers are built from a broad survey of how veterans and executives view quarterbacks, focusing on criteria like consistency, leadership, and how a player elevates the team around him, not just raw talent, which is why it's more than a simple ranking.
BONUS: Dan Wiederer talks latest Bears training camp injuries on 104.3 The Score
Q: How precautionary does this all feel when you see players leaving practice early and not returning?
It's treated on a case-by-case basis, with a focus on long-term health and ensuring players can return with full strength for the start of the season, rather than rushing anyone back.
What does Ben Johnson think Caleb Williams needs to do to be an elite QB?
Q: What do you deem Caleb Williams's elite traits to be?
Williams has elite arm talent, playmaking ability, and escape ability; he also has the overall package that can make him a top-tier quarterback if consistency is maintained over a full game.

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Two Chicago-based hosts deliver informed, no-nonsense analysis of the Bears, blending camp updates, positional battles, injury timelines, and roster decisions with behind-the-scenes color from practices, joint sessions, and game prep. Frequent topics include the left tackle competition, quarterback development in the preseason, camp accessibility and media dynamics, and the evolving stadium saga. Notable strengths include candid insider perspective, live practice observations, and high-level guest commentary from beat reporters, executives, and players, making it useful for listeners who want practical takeaways for fantasy, betting, and sponsorship alignment across football seasons.

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2. D'Andre Swift
3. Mak Nong
4. Prest Taylor
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7. Pres Taylor
8. Kyle Long

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