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The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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Zach Levine
Kobe White
Patrick Williams
Eastern Conference
Three-Point Shooting
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Rim Defense
Josh Giddey
Alex Caruso
Boston Celtics
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Milwaukee
NBA Playoffs
Offseason

Join See Red Fred and Bulls Beat's Doug Thonus as they break down everything Chicago Bulls! Featuring the latest Bulls' talk, interviews and more, if you are a Bulls fan, it's time to hop on The Big Red Bus!

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonues continue the discussion with a debate on Matas talking trash to Luka.  They close the show with a discussion about the most common commercials while watching a Bulls' game.   The show ends with See Red Fred... more

Big Red Bus – Episode 245 - Still Trying to Win

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Title: Still Running for Wins

Date: March 14, 2026

Hosts: See Red Fred & Doug Thonus

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The episode begins with See Red Fred introducing the show on a cold mid-March day in Ch... more

The Big Red Bus – Episode 244 features See Red Fred recording from the road while driving the Big Red Bus down I-65 in Indiana alongside the Podfather, Doug Thonus. The two break down the Bulls’ bizarre 2-point “win” over the Suns in Phoenix and deba... more

In the latest episode of The Big Red Bus podcast, driver See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus celebrate the Chicago Bulls' dramatic turnaround, going undefeated in March, with a dominant win over the Milwaukee Bucks—after an entirely winless Fe... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Walton II
Basketball analyst and writer featured on Bulls Roundtable and Bulls Confidential
Bulls Roundtable / Bulls Confidential
Episode: The Big Red Bus - Episode 242 - Pressing Questions on the Bulls
Joel Lorenzi
Bulls Beat writer for The Athletic
The Athletic
Episode: The Big Red Bus - Episode 231 - The Little People Wrestling Story & Part 2 of Joel Lorenzi
Will Gottlieb
Basketball analyst known for his insights on the Chicago Bulls
Episode: The Big Red Bus - Episode 223 - Interview with the GOAT Will Gottlieb
Joe Cowley
Legendary Sun Times reporter and commentary on Bulls
Chicago Sun Times
Episode: The Big Red Bus - Episode 222 - Interview with Joe Cowley Part 1
Coach Lafayette Bell
Owner and head coach for Fast Basketball Academy, and the new head coach at Marion Central Catholic.
Fast Basketball Academy
Episode: The Big Red Bus - Episode 211 - Interview with Coach Bell and Summer League Blues
Alejandro D.
Contributor at Bulls On Tap
Bulls On Tap
Episode: The Big Red Bus - Episode 209 - The Isaac Okoro Era Begins
Betsey Cashmoney
Basketball analyst and commentator
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Episode: The Big Red Bus - Episode 208 - Interview with Betsey Cashmoney
Lacey James
Professional basketball player who played with the Windy City Bulls and has experience overseas.
Windy City Bulls, Toronto Raptors 905
Episode: Lacey James Interview on the Big Red Bus
Drew Stevens
A writer and commentator known for covering the Chicago Bulls
The Bigs, Regal Radio
Episode: Drew Stevens of The Bigs Rides the Big Red Bus

Hosts

See Red Fred
Host of The Big Red Bus; prominent Bulls analyst and Chicago sports commentator with recurring role on the show.
Doug Thonus
Co-host and Bulls Beat contributor; brings analytical and front-office perspective to Bulls discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Appreciate y’all! Great bulls pod!

    Fred’s “all vibes” yin to Doug’s analytical yang is a great balance. Exactly what I miss when I can’t chat Bulls with my friends - banter, genuine arguments, intelligent analysis, humility, and humor all from folks who actually watch the games and follow the team.

    I’m a Bulls lifer; grew up in the golden years, attended many a game at the UC during the post-apocalyptic 1998-2001 seasons, watched the baby bulls grow up and morph into the Rose years, but the Butler trade just broke me and I sto... more

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    5
    Danfio478421
    United States2 years ago
  • Dumb takes

    The bulls don’t miss vuc? Tell me you don’t know basketball without telling me you don’t know basketball

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    joeyreup
    United States2 years ago
  • Best Chicago Bulls Podcast of the Bunch

    Wish the episodes were more regular (3 a week or something) because I enjoy the voices on this pod so much. The material they cover is interesting and always related to what I want to listen to, the Chicago Bulls. There’s no annoying yelling or empty jokes. Just pure good content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anotoll
    United States4 years ago
  • Great

    Fred is crazy, Doug is sane. When they get together hijinks ensue. The podcast is about automobile design, but occasionally touches on the Chicago Bulls. Admittedly it seems like strange bedfellows, but I think that’s an overall theme. It is highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bullsfan1234
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the hosts' basketball knowledge and grounded takes.
Some episodes include off-topic banter and personal stories that add personality without sacrificing depth.
Banter and intelligent analysis balance each other well for Bulls fans.

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#183
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#109
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#122
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Big Red Bus - Episode 242 - Pressing Questions on the Bulls
Q: Out of the new guards acquired, who should the Bulls keep?
The guest ranks Rob Dillingham first, followed by Jaden Ivy, Nick Richards, and then Yabu Selle. The reasoning centers on age, athleticism, and fit with Giddey and the timeline around Buzelis and Giddey, emphasizing keeping the youngest, most versatile guards to build around.
The Big Red Bus - Episode 242 - Pressing Questions on the Bulls
Q: Should Billy Donovan be fired?
No, the guest argues Donovan should remain as head coach because of his demonstrated ability to develop guards and guide the backcourt, which is critical for the Bulls' current rebuild, and because a coaching change in this phase could be disruptive without a clear replacement strategy.
The Big Red Bus - Episode 218 - Giddey Up 100 Million
Q: Are you happy to see that this front office progressed and got aggressive in the negotiation?
I'm glad they didn't cave in on a player option, which seemed like it was going to be a legitimate possibility.
The Big Red Bus - Episode 217 - Bear and Bull Markets
Q: What do you think the Bulls will achieve this season?
I think the Bulls have at least a 25 percent chance to outperform teams like the Atlanta Hawks and could finish with a better record than last year.
The Big Red Bus - Episode 217 - Bear and Bull Markets
Q: What's your favorite game that you've ever been to in the United Center?
Game one of the 2004-05 playoffs where they were chanting Nocione at the end of the game stands out as my favorite.

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Two Bulls-focused hosts offer data-driven debates and personality-driven banter about the Chicago Bulls, often weighing roster moves, development of young core pieces, and long-term timelines. Episodes mix on-court analysis with entertaining tangents, balancing sharp basketball insights with light storytelling and passionate, candid opinions. A notable strength is the duo's chemistry and willingness to trade hot takes for thoughtful discussion, making it appealing to engaged Bulls fans who enjoy both stats-minded dialogue and personality-driven banter.

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3. Will Gottlieb
4. Joe Cowley
5. Coach Lafayette Bell
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