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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

Lucas Williamson on the 'The Loyola Project' documentary

Laurence Holmes was joined by Loyola guard Lucas Williamson to discuss the new documentary “The Loyola Project,” which explores civil rights through the historic rise of the 1963 Loyola Ramblers and “The Game of Change” they played against the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Williamson narrated the project.

Mar 29, 202217 min

Transition: Tony La Russa makes off-base comment about fans

Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition, where they discussed White Sox manager Tony La Russa's recent comment that fans who want the team to sign a right fielder from outside the organization are "not White Sox fans."

Mar 29, 202227 min

Baseball police captain Tony La Russa strikes again (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Loyola guard Lucas Williamson to discuss the new documentary “The Loyola Project,” which explores civil rights through the historic rise of the 1963 Loyola Ramblers and “The Game of Change” they played against the Mississippi State Bulldogs. Williamson narrated the project. Holmes then conducted his Top 5 Tuesday segment, sharing his top Will Smith movies of all time. Later, he reacted to a recent comment by White Sox manager Tony La Russa, who c...

Mar 29, 202236 min

Breaking down Bulls' loss to Knicks (Hour 1)

Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Score teammate Cody Westerlund to break down the Bulls' 109-104 loss to the Knicks on Monday. Later, Holmes discussed the point in the game that signaled the Bulls were in trouble.

Mar 29, 202218 min

Transition: Vegas trip recap

Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for their daily transition segment, where they discussed the afternoon crew's trip to Las Vegas over the weekend.

Mar 28, 202223 min

Chris Rongey on Andrew Vaughn, White Sox

Laurence Holmes was joined by Score teammate Chris Rongey to discuss White Sox outfielder Andrew Vaughn's right hip pointer, which is expected to sideline him from game action for one to two weeks. He suffered the injury while making a diving catch Sunday in a spring training game. How should the White Sox fill their right field position this season?

Mar 28, 20227 min

Meghan Montemurro on Seiya Suzuki's spring debut, vibe in Cubs camp (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Meghan Montemurro of the Tribune to discuss Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki's debut in spring training, what the vibe is like in the team's camp and more. Later, Holmes shared his takeaways from the Bulls' win against the Cavaliers on Saturday.

Mar 28, 202238 min

Andrew Vaughn's injury, White Sox talk (Hour 1)

In the first hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Score teammate Chris Rongey to discuss the impact of White Sox outfielder Andrew Vaughn suffering a right hip pointer, which is expected to sideline him from game action for one to two weeks. He suffered the injury while making a diving catch Sunday in a spring training game. How should the White Sox fill their right field position this season?

Mar 28, 202223 min

Transition: Boys are in Vegas

In transition, Mark Grote was joined by Matt Spiegel, Dan Bernstein, Shane Riordan and Chris Tannehill, who are all live at Circa Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.

Mar 25, 202222 min

Matt Eberflus has thoughts on Justin Fields

Mark Grote talked with a listener from his overnight show about the Bears and their recent moves this free agency. Grote also listened and reacted to new sound from Bears coach Matt Eberflus regarding quarterback Justin Fields' development.

Mar 25, 202215 min

Tony Gill breaks down why Bulls continue to struggle (Hour 1)

Filling in for the vacationing Laurence Holmes, Mark Grote opened his show by welcoming on Tony Gill of NBC Sports Chicago to discuss the Bulls' struggles, as they've lost 10 of their last 13 games after a 126-109 setback to the Pelicans on Thursday.

Mar 25, 202227 min

Transition: Bummed-out Danny is asked about cheeks

Anthony Herron was joined for transition by Danny Parkins, who's bummed out that everyone from the afternoon show is in Las Vegas except him. Herron decided to cheer him up by asking him about cheeks.

Mar 24, 202227 min

Jerry Reinsdorf has been here before

Anthony Herron connected White Sox ace Lucas Giolito heading to arbitration with the club to former Bulls star Scottie Pippen's contract situation that was detailed in "The Last Dance."

Mar 24, 20226 min

Joe Ostrowski on latest NFL & NCAA Tournament odds (Hour 1)

Filling in for the vacationing Laurence Holmes, Anthony Herron opened his show by welcoming on BetQL Daily host Joe Ostrowski to discuss the Dolphins' acquisition of star receiver Tyreek Hill and the latest NCAA Tournament odds.

Mar 24, 202226 min

Transition: Vacation mode is set

Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition, where they discussed how they're all -- well, except for Parkins -- set to head off on vacation. Holmes is going to Arizona to watch spring training games, and Spiegel will head to Vegas. Meanwhile, Parkins is awaiting the birth of his second child.

Mar 23, 202222 min

Dan Pompei break downs Bears' new regime, great honor for Leila (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by Hall of Fame writer Dan Pompei of the Athletic to discuss his insightful profile on Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham and how he meshes with new general manager Ryan Poles. Later, Holmes congratulated Score teammate Leila Rahimi as she takes the next step in her professional journey.

Mar 23, 202236 min

Transition: Time for another Spiegel joke

Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition, where they discussed the Bulls' big win against the Raptors on Monday, their matchup against the Bucks on Tuesday and LeBron James' huge dunk on his buddy Kevin Love. And of course, there was another Spiegel joke.

Mar 22, 202230 min

Tim Anderson is great for baseball!

Laurence Holmes was joined by Scott Suttles, the high school basketball coach of White Sox star shortstop Tim Anderson. Suttles is featured in "TA7: The Story of Tim Anderson," which is a new documentary on Anderson's journey as a person and players. Suttles shared great stories of Anderson's days in high school.

Mar 22, 202217 min

K.J. Wright believes Justin Fields has all the tools, Scott Suttles talks Tim Anderson (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by veteran NFL linebacker K.J. Wright to discuss his Seahawks tenure, star quarterback Russell Wilson's move from Seattle to Denver, second-year Bears quarterback Justin Fields' outlook and more. Later, Holmes was joined by Scott Suttles, the high school basketball coach of White Sox star shortstop Tim Anderson. He reflected on the type of person that Anderson is.

Mar 22, 202236 min

Cody Westerlund talks Bulls, Top 5 Tuesday (Hour 1)

Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Score teammate Cody Westerlund to break down the Bulls' key 113-99 win against the Raptors on Monday. Later, Holmes conducted his Top 5 Tuesday segment, sharing his top players who are in the Hall of Fame of taking it to the bank.

Mar 22, 202224 min

Transition: Spiegel's joke?

Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition, where they discussed a busy sports weekend, the Bulls' important game against the Raptors on Monday evening and more.

Mar 21, 202224 min

NL Central looks winnable

Laurence Holmes discussed the Cubs' signing of outfielder Seiya Suzuki and what it means for the club this season. With two teams in the NL Central already waving the white flag, the division is there for the taking.

Mar 21, 20226 min

Stephen Bardo breaks down NCAA Tournament, NFL QB frenzy (Hour 2)

In the final hour, Laurence Holmes was joined by college basketball analyst Stephen Bardo to break down the NCAA Tournament and to reflect on the Illini's season after they were eliminated Sunday. Later, Holmes was discussing what the Cubs' addition of outfielder Seiya Suzuki means for the organization but was interrupted by the breaking news regarding a quarterback frenzy in the NFL.

Mar 21, 202235 min

Dan Hayes on Carlos Correa's impact on AL Central, 2-Minute Report (Hour 1)

Laurence Holmes opened his show by welcoming on Dan Hayes of the Athletic to discuss the Twins' addition of star short Carlos Correa on a three-year, $105-million deal in free agency. What's that mean for the AL Central outlook? Should the White Sox respond with a key addition of their own? Later, Holmes conducted his 2-Minute Report, reflecting on the Bulls' blowout loss to the Suns on Friday and previewing Chicago's game against Toronto on Monday evening.

Mar 21, 202229 min

Introducing: Shades Of The City - a new podcast from Newsradio WBBM

The Shades of the City podcast focuses on telling the stories of the people. From the south and west sides to the suburbs, this podcast will highlight the stories of those changemakers, educators, and historians who are fighting for change, providing resources for their communities and preserving the history of their beloved home, Chicago. In our first episode, Lauren sits down with viral Tik Tok Chicago historian Shermann "Dilla" Thomas in his Auburn Gresham home to talk about his love for Chic...

Mar 19, 202222 min

Transition: Parkins laying at home

Laurence Holmes was joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for transition, where they discussed how Parkins is working from home because of the NCAA Tournament games.

Mar 18, 202226 min
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