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The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast

Chicago Sports Network
Chicago Bears
Caleb Williams
NFL
Ben Johnson
Green Bay Packers
Detroit Lions
Ryan Poles
Matt Eberflus
NFL Draft
Shane Waldron
DJ Moore
Minnesota Vikings
NFC North
Thomas Brown
Jacksonville Jaguars
Super Bowl
NFL Playoffs
St. Xavier University
Keenan Allen
Kansas City Chiefs

The Charter Podcast is where you can find everything you need to know about the Chicago Bears. Our team of Ruthie Polinsky & Clay Harbor bring you postgame reaction, interviews, and game previews. We’ll provide you with latest and have some fun along the way. New episodes available every Thursday throughout the season.

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Latest Episodes

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor preview the Bears’ Week 9 Sunday Night Football matchup against the Buccaneers, discussing Baker Mayfield, Tampa Bay’s rushing attack, and the latest injury updates. Plus, they evaluate the Bears’ defense and the NFC N... more

Ruthie and Clay recap Caleb Williams and the Bears’ big Monday night win over the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks, highlighting Jeffery Simmons’ instant impact, D’Andre Swift’s three touchdowns, and the team’s defensive performance.

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor preview the Bears’ Monday night matchup against the defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks and discuss Chicago’s blockbuster trade for All-Pro DT Jeffery Simmons. They break down what Simmons brings to the defense, how... more

Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor preview the Bears’ Thursday night matchup against the Patriots, discussing Drake Maye’s recent improvement, his relationship with Caleb Williams, and the coaching battle between Ben Johnson and Mike Vrabel. Plus, they ... more

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Recent Guests

Kaitlin Sharkey
Sports reporter who covers the Bears and Packers
WGN Chicago
Episode: PREVIEW: Bears battle Packers at Lambeau Field
Jake Asman
Jets podcaster and ESPN New York personality
Jake Asman Show / ESPN New York
Episode: WEEK 4 PREVIEW: Ben Johnson, Bears Face Aaron Glenn & Jets
Ashlyn Sullivan
Sports anchor/host covering Eagles, Flyers, Sixers
NBC Sports Philadelphia
Episode: PREVIEW: Bears and Eagles clash on Monday Night Football
Ahmad Hicks
Sports anchor/reporter
Fox 9 Minnesota
Episode: Bears-Vikings Week 2 PREVIEW with Ahmad Hicks
Adam Amin
Broadcaster, Fox NFL lead play-by-play for Bears-Panthers week one
Fox Sports
Episode: Bears-Panthers Week 1 PREVIEW with Adam Amin
Charlie Clifford
Sports director at NBC 5 in Cincinnati
NBC 5 (Cincinnati)
Episode: What We Learned From Bears-Bengals Joint Practice
David Haugh
Colleague and sports journalist featured as a guest
Ball State alumnus, Chicago Bears insider
Episode: Bears Stadium Update, Coby Bryant & Preseason Preview with David Haugh
Herb Howard
Media analyst and host from The Bigs Media
The Bigs Media
Episode: Darnell Wright's EXTENSION, Training Camp Standouts & more with The Bigs' Herb Howard
Kevin Fishbain
Senior writer for The Athletic covering the Chicago Bears
The Athletic
Episode: The Athletic's Kevin Fishbain talks Caleb Williams, Kyler Gordon & more

Hosts

Ruthie Polinsky
Host of The Charter Podcast; Bears coverage; Chicago sports media presence
Clay Harbor
Co-host of The Charter Podcast; Bears coverage; former NFL player

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 862 ratings
  • Cut the jingle

    Love clay and Ruthie, but cut the jingle!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BlocksJJ
    United States5 months ago
  • Almost 5 stars

    I have to fast forward the first 30 seconds because Ruthie singing the Charter Podcast song is beyond cringe. Please stop!!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    loho jr
    United States5 months ago
  • Excellent Bears Podcast, but………

    This is one of my go-to Bears Podcasts, with Ruthie, Alex, Clay and Kevin doing an excellent job delivering insightful analysis. But for the love of all things Bears, can someone PLEASE tell Clay to stop smacking his lips so much when he talks?! It is super annoying and distracting!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Genesworld
    United Statesa year ago
  • Used to be great

    This show is just so rough to listen to now. It used to be really fun, but the host changes are awful. Half the time it is Clay and Ruthie flirting or talking about their very expensive vacations. Occasionally it slips into football analysis, but you need to tune out a lot of junk.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ZombieCrane
    United Statesa year ago
  • Bring back Kenneth

    It’s a great podcast but I miss Kenneth as the host who brought his knowledge and exuberance to the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ru44Mets
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Overall sentiment skews positive with notes on improving sound and pace.
Guests and analysts are valued for credible Bears context and insider knowledge.
Some critique the show for host dynamics and pacing, especially during transitions.
Listeners appreciate the Bears-focused depth and banter between hosts.

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Apple Podcasts
#45
Argentina/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#66
South Korea/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#101
Finland/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#101
Hong Kong/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#123
Philippines/Sports/Football
Apple Podcasts
#192
Ireland/Sports/Football

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

BLOCKBUSTER: Bears land All-Pro DT Jeffery Simmons before Seahawks showdown
Q: What other matchups do you have your eye on? And what could be some of the, you know, I guess we just did the Clay's Corner where you gave some X factors. But like, what are some of the things you'll keep your eye on of like, these are areas that the Bears can exploit and maybe have an advantage to win the game.
Harbor says Chicago must pressure Sam Darnold, create turnovers and run effectively against Seattle's defense. He highlights the Bears' blocking personnel and Caleb Williams's ability to extend plays as potential advantages.
BLOCKBUSTER: Bears land All-Pro DT Jeffery Simmons before Seahawks showdown
Q: Tell me what you see on tape from Jeffrey Simmons.
Harbor describes Simmons as an explosive, versatile defensive lineman who stops the run, pressures quarterbacks, draws frequent double teams and plays with sustained effort. He says those traits could strengthen the Bears' pass rush and help teammates.
WEEK 4 PREVIEW: Ben Johnson, Bears Face Aaron Glenn & Jets
Q: What makes Ben Johnson's Bears offense stand out compared to the Jets' system?
Asman and the hosts highlight Ben Johnson's ability to tailor the game plan to the quarterback, generate efficient fits for Case Keenum or Tyson Bagent, and sustain offensive efficiency with versatility and play-calling expertise.
WEEK 4 PREVIEW: Ben Johnson, Bears Face Aaron Glenn & Jets
Q: What is the trajectory for the Jets under Aaron Glenn and the quarterback situation in New York?
Jake Asman explains that the Jets' trajectory depends on ending the interception drought, leveraging their improving defense, and possibly pairing Geno with a future quarterback while evaluating the three first-round picks and the head coach's strategy.
PREVIEW: Bears and Eagles clash on Monday Night Football
Q: What is the interview guest's pick and reasoning for the game?
Ashlyn selects the Bears to win in a close contest, highlighting the Bears' pass protection, Case Keenum's game management, and Bears' potential to exploit the Eagles' adjustments, while acknowledging Philly's talent.

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What is The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Bears-focused show led by two hosts who blend postgame reaction, interviews, and game previews with entertaining banter. Episodes center on roster moves, camp observations, and strategic context around players like Caleb Williams and Darnell Wright, often featuring deep dives from beat writers and analysts. The format blends practical football analysis with personality-driven discussions, offering actionable roster and scheme insights for teams evaluating sponsorship or guest opportunities. A notable strength is the hosts' ability to translate camp and draft chatter into accessible takes, making it useful for listeners who want both football detail and a sense of team culture.

A standout aspect is the consistent host collaboration with g... more

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3. Ashlyn Sullivan
4. Ahmad Hicks
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6. Charlie Clifford
7. David Haugh
8. Herb Howard

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