Bulls have some work to do
Laurence Holmes previewed the Bulls-Suns game Friday night and discussed what Chicago needs to do to find success in its upcoming schedule.
Mar 18, 2022•8 min
Laurence Holmes Show
In addition to Laurence Holmes' insightful perspective, a signature feature of his show is the in-studio interview with athletes, coaches and journalists, allowing for deeper discussion on their backgrounds and the day’s most important topics. Herb Lawrence is the executive producer of the show. Follow Laurence on Twitter @LaurenceWHolmes.
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Episodes
Your feelings on the Cubs? (Hour 2)
In the final hour, Laurence Holmes took calls from listeners regarding how they're feeling about the Cubs' direction. Do they support the team's moves this offseason?
Mar 18, 2022•40 min
Chris Emma reacts to breaking Bears news (Hour 1)
Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Score reporter Chris Emma to react to the breaking news that the Bears won't sign defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi due to a failed physical.
Mar 18, 2022•30 min
Transition: Spiegel got the call
Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition, where Spiegel was notified that he'll be doing radio play-by-play for a handful of Cubs games this spring.
Mar 17, 2022•23 min
Jason Lieser talks Bears, 2-Minute Report (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Jason Lieser of the Sun-Times to discuss the Bears' additions in free agency. Later, Holmes conducted his 2-Minute Report, breaking down the Bulls' 125-110 loss to the Jazz on Wednesday.
Mar 17, 2022•37 min
Shoutout to FanDuel
Laurence Holmes couldn't handle a sweat on one of his bets, so he got on the FanDuel app to cash out.
Mar 17, 2022•6 min
Joe Ostrowski talks odds in NFL free agency & March Madness (Hour 1)
In the first hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by BetQL Daily host Joe Ostrowski to discuss intriguing gambling developments surrounding Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady coming out of retirement, quarterback Mitchell Trubisky landing with the Steelers and NCAA Tournament odds.
Mar 17, 2022•23 min
Bomani Jones on what to expect from 'Game Theory'
Laurence Holmes was joined by ESPN sports personality Bomani Jones, who's the host of HBO's new sports show "Game Theory with Bomani Jones." He discussed the process of launching his new show and what to expect from it.
Mar 16, 2022•15 min
Evan Altman talks Wu-Tang & new Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Evan Altman of CubsInsider.com to discuss the Cubs' addition of Japanese star outfielder Seiya Suzuki on a five-year deal worth a reported $85 million. How big of a difference will he make? Later, Holmes discussed the crazy money being thrown around to high-profile sports broadcasters, as Joe Buck and Troy Aikman have left Fox to join ESPN and take over the Monday Night Football booth. Program director Mitch Rosen hopped on to discuss the industr...
Mar 16, 2022•40 min
Bomani Jones discusses new show 'Game Theory' (Hour 1)
Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on ESPN sports personality Bomani Jones, who's the host of HBO's new sports show "Game Theory with Bomani Jones." He discussed the process of launching his new show and what to expect from it. Later, Holmes previewed the Bulls-Jazz game Wednesday evening.
Mar 16, 2022•22 min
Transition: Spiegs is back!!!
Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition, where they caught up on everything that happened in sports while Spiegs was out on vacation.
Mar 15, 2022•25 min
A tribute to Scott Hall
Laurence Holmes ended his show by sharing a tribute for wrestling legend Scott Hall, who passed away Monday at 63.
Mar 15, 2022•5 min
Dan Wolken previews NCAA Tournament, 2-Minute Report (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Dan Wolken of USA Today to preview the NCAA Tournament. Who will emerge as a breakout star? How far can Illinois and Loyola advance? What are the most interesting matchups? Later, Holmes continued with the Bulls conversation in his 2-Minute Report.
Mar 15, 2022•34 min
Cody Westerlund on Bulls' horrible loss to Kings, Top 5 Tuesday (Hour 1)
Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Score teammate Cody Westerlund to discuss the Bulls' ugly 112-103 loss to the Kings on Monday and how much concern there is surrounding star guard Zach LaVine's left knee soreness. Later, Holmes conducted his Top 5 Tuesday segment, getting in the NCAA Tournament spirit by revealing the ugliest courts in college basketball.
Mar 15, 2022•25 min
College Basketball Ready?
Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins who's solo for his show to talk about the NCAA College Tournament Bracket and Danny's Sunday Selection Sunday Show which was a bit of a disaster.
Mar 14, 2022•26 min
Good move by Bears, concern about Zach LaVine's knee
Laurence Holmes reacted to the Bears agreeing to a deal with defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi and explained why he likes the move. Later, he recapped the Bulls' win against the Cavaliers on Saturday and shared his growing concern for star guard Zach LaVine's ailing knee.
Mar 14, 2022•16 min
Lamond Pope is live from White Sox spring training (Hour 2)
In the second hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by LaMond Pope of the Tribune to discuss the latest news from White Sox camp, including newly signed reliever Joe Kelly's health and the team's plan for reliever Craig Kimbrel.
Mar 14, 2022•36 min
Brad Evans brings the noise on brackets, Tom Brady unretires (Hour 1)
Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Live On The Live host Brad Evans to share his takeaways from Selection Sunday. What are his upset picks for the opening round? Later, Holmes reacted to star quarterback Tom Brady coming out of a short-lived retirement to return to the Buccaneers.
Mar 14, 2022•27 min
Transition: Baseball is back!!!!!
Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins for transition, where they learned that MLB owners and players had reached an agreement on a new labor deal.
Mar 14, 2022•24 min
Live at BetRivers Sportsbook
Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Adam Hoge, who were live from BetRivers Sportsbook in Des Plaines. The guys discussed gambling, sports and more as we got ready for a big afternoon.
Mar 11, 2022•19 min
Laurence honors Grobber on Les Grobstein Day
With Friday officially being designated Les Grobstein Day in Chicago, Laurence Holmes took time to remember the one and only Grobber.
Mar 11, 2022•2 min
Kevin Anderson talks Bulls, Mark Grote reacts to Khalil Mack trade (Hour 2)
In the final hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Kevin Anderson of NBC Sports Chicago to discuss the Bulls' recent play and to preview their matchup against the Cavaliers on Saturday. Later, Score teammate Mark Grote joined the show to discuss ribs and to react to the Bears' trade of star pass rusher Khalil Mack to the Chargers for two draft picks.
Mar 11, 2022•42 min
Baseball is back & Rick Hahn feedback (Hour 1)
Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Scott Miller of MLB Radio Network, but the connection was spotty, so Holmes decided to shift gears to White Sox general manager Rick Hahn's recent comments as spring training opens. Holmes shared what stood out to him.
Mar 11, 2022•24 min
2-Minute Report: Bulls beat Pistons
Laurence Holmes conducted his 2-Minute Report, breaking down the Bulls' 114-108 win against the Pistons on Wednesday. He shared the positives and negative from the game for the Bulls.
Mar 10, 2022•11 min
Gary M. Pomerantz reflects on Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game (Hour 2)
In the final hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by award-winning author Gary M. Pomerantz to discuss NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game and to share stories about him. Pomerantz is the author of "Wilt, 1962: The Night of 100 Points and the Dawn of a New Era."
Mar 10, 2022•36 min
Joe Ostrowski on how NFL trades affect gambling lines (Hour 1)
Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on BetQL Daily host Joe Ostrowski to discuss how the flurry of trades and big moves in the NFL across the past few days have affected Super Bowl odds and other gambling lines. He also broke down the NBA MVP race. Later, Holmes recommended a piece of reading you should check out.
Mar 10, 2022•24 min
Transition: Why don't more restaurants offer the half-half?
Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins for transition, where they wondered why more restaurants don't offer a half-french fries/half-onion rings option or a food sampler.
Mar 09, 2022•28 min
Welcome to my baseball Ted Talk
Laurence Holmes dug deeper into a survey he got from MLB, which sparked questions on where baseball is right now as a sport. How did baseball become so regional?
Mar 09, 2022•15 min
Mark Grote on big NFL moves, 2-Minute Report (Hour 2)
In the final hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Score teammate Mark Grote to discuss another wild day in the NFL as the Colts traded quarterback Carson Wentz to the Washington Commanders. Later, Holmes previewed the Bulls-Pistons matchup Wednesday evening in his 2-Minute Report.
Mar 09, 2022•36 min
Assessing the state of baseball (Hour 1)
Laurence Holmes opened his show by discussing the state of baseball as MLB owners and players continue to negotiate a new labor deal. Holmes focused on baseball fandom and how the game is slowly declining. Later, Holmes listened back to audio from ESPN personality Clinton Yates about his love of baseball.
Mar 09, 2022•27 min
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