On today’s episode of The Stretch we start by recapping the Papa Hops Tournament and filling Big Cat in on Dave’s performance (1:12). Big Cat gives us a quick recap on his weekend in Tahoe (10:25) and we get into how we feel about Ryan Poles’ extension (13:20). We talk about the lack of fans at the 2005 White Sox Reunion (25:48) and reflect on the Cubs first half performance, and what needs to happen now (32:50). We review our awesome interview with Patrick Kane (45:11) and close out by discussi...
Jul 14, 2025•51 min
Today on the Stretch we are joined by Blackhawks legend, Patrick Kane. We start off the show by talking about 8/8 Day in Chicago and what it was like leaving this city (04:02). We tell stories from the Cup days when Big Cat was apart of the team for a day (11:55) and Kane’s tribute and first return to the United Center (14:30). Kane talks about the amazing group he played alongside and how they all keep in touch now (17:48). We get into the powerhouse that the hawks were in the playoffs and bein...
Jul 11, 2025•45 min
On today's episode of The Stretch we are back in studio after a week's break and the guys addresses some grievances that occurred over break. White Sox Dave confronts Big Cat for being a "soft" basketball player during the Barstool Barstool Association (6:20), to which Big Cat confronts Dave for paying for his Charity Softball team for the last 5 years (15:40). We then get into the Cubs upcoming stretch and how moves need to be made towards winning a championship (23:56). Chief recaps the Blackh...
Jul 07, 2025•55 min
Happy 4th of July! Today we are bringing you a throwback episode from June of 2022 when Chief and White Sox Dave went down to south bend to interview the legend Hawk Harrelson. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
Jul 03, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Today on The Stretch we are joined by White Sox players Kyle Teel, Sean Burke, and Mike Vasil. We get into how Kyle Teel can’t stop smiling on the field (6:00) and what it’s like playing for Ryan Fuller (11:17). They answer some questions for us about how new technology has changed the way they play (21:06) and we go in depth on how baseball ratings would skyrocket if they could fight (21:06). WSD couldn't be happier that the Sox are fun to watch again (32:12) and we get into what the boys like ...
Jun 27, 2025•42 min
On today's episode of The Stretch we start by recapping the NBA finals game 7 and compare Tyrese Halliburton's injury to Derrick Rose's (1:43) We then get into hypothetical trade scenarios that would potentially rebuild the Chicago Bulls (4:08) and predict the NBA Draft (24:25). We discuss the Stanley Cup Finals and what it would take to make the Panthers a dynasty (26:15). We discuss another dream scenario where McDavid comes to the Blackhawks (30:25) and then we get realistic and talk the upco...
Jun 23, 2025•1 hr 19 min
Today on The Stretch we are joined by Ice Cube and Chris Allen of the Big 3. We kick things off by discussing the new city format of the Big 3 and Chris Allen promises us that Chicago will finally have a winning team to root for (2:22). Then we get into what it was like filming Anaconda in the Amazon Rainforest (8:46). Ice Cube tells us the story behind how he made the White Sox hat iconic (16:30) and his performance at the World Series last year (19:30). Next we talk the future of Big 3 and tak...
Jun 20, 2025•48 min
On today's episode of The Stretch, we from the jump get into a throwback of White Sox Dave's shower not taking. We then get into the stretch the Chicago Cubs have been on, while having a 2-4 record in their last 6 games, the pitching has improved. We later get into how the Pope had a service at Rate Field, we reminiscence on the former Blackhawk Stanley Cup championship teams and having the opportunity to party with them, and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spoti...
Jun 16, 2025•58 min
On today's interview episode we are joined by Chicago Bears backup Quarterback Tyson Bagent. We get into his playing career in high school and at Shepherd University. We also get into how Ben Johnson's new staff compares to previous staffs, being a back up for Caleb Williams and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio...
Jun 13, 2025•51 min
On today's episode of The Stretch, we start the show with a special guest and old friend Danny Conrad as Big Cat and him continue their ice cream Cold War. We then get into the White Sox new plan to have Justin Ishbia take over the White Sox in 2029. We then get into the Cubs adding bull pen arms, how Aaron Rodgers and the steelers are on the Bears schedule for 2025, the Chicago athletes we'll always defend and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. ...
Jun 09, 2025•1 hr 4 min
On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by former Chicago Cub Ryan Dempster. We get his thoughts on how umpires have changed since he was in the league, his thoughts on PCA's success, and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
Jun 06, 2025•41 min
On today's episode of The Stretch Big Cat starts the show by bringing a gift for White Sox Dave, and noticing how well Dave's hair looks 6 months after his transplant. We then get into the Blackhawks hiring Jeff Blashill to be their head coach. We then get into how the Cubs are a top team in the national league, Caleb Williams addresses that he wants too be in Chicago, and more. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:37 - Big Cat gets White Sox Dave a gift 6:25 - White Sox Dave has a doppelganger 6:53 - White...
Jun 02, 2025•56 min
On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by former Blackhawk Alec Martinez and the 108 Guys. With Alec we get into his time being coached under Blackhawks new head coach Jeff Blashill and stories from his playing career. With the 108 guys we get into their new bobblehead night with the White Sox, the state of the team and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redl...
May 30, 2025•1 hr 38 min
On today's show we are joined by Ryan Arcidiacono to talk about, his future career plans, how his former teammates from Villanova are playing in the conference finals, and his time playing with the Chicago Bulls. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
May 23, 2025•48 min
On today's episode of The Stretch, we get into breaking down the article stating Caleb Williams did not want to be drafted by the Bears and the Bears schedule release. We also get into the Cross-Town Classic and how Pete Crow Armstrong is playing at an MVP level. We later get into the NBA playoffs and how Nicky Smokes does not know what a dive bar is. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit b...
May 19, 2025•59 min
On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by Bears Cornerback Kyler Gordon. We get into how his life has changed since signing his extension with the Bears. We talk about the vibe of the locker room last season after Eberflus was fired, his newly found hatred for the packers, and his competition with offensive players and Caleb Williams. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool....
May 16, 2025•39 min
On today's episode of The Stretch, we break down the sports fandom of the new pope as he is a Chicagoan, and seen at the 2005 world series. We later get into Chief's favorite soccer team having a season collapse making White Sox Dave Big Cat's new soccer informant. We also get into Bears mini camp, Eddie apologizes for gaslighting chief, we talk NBA & NHL lottery and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazo...
May 12, 2025•53 min
On today's episode we are joined by Nate Marques, an MLB agent. We get an inside look on how MLB contract negotiations are discussed, the arbitration process, and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
May 09, 2025•48 min
On today's episode of The Stretch, White Sox Dave is back from italy, so he begins with giving the boys a wine and cheese tasting. We then get into the Bears signing/trading for a new running back which leads us to a HEATED debate between Chief and Eddie over who was the worse signing: DeAndre Swift or Nate Davis? We also get into the Cubs, White Sox and NHL/NBA Playoffs. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Mus...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 19 min
On today's episode we are joined by Mike Renner from CBS sports and the Pushing the Pile Podcast to breakdown the Chicago Bears 2025 draft class. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
May 02, 2025•33 min
On today's episode of The Stretch we recap Bears 2025 draft picks. Many came surprising but overall still a good draft. With the first two picks being Tight End and Wide Receiver we bet into how there are no excuses for Caleb Williams next season and we should expect the Bears offense to take great leaps forward. We later hear from White Sox Dave in Italy and talk some Cubs and Blackhawks. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-...
Apr 28, 2025•52 min
On today's episode of The Stretch we are doing our own mock draft of the first 10 picks in the NFL draft. Our draft will feature many Barstool talents such as Ohio's Tate, Dana Beers, Liam Blutman and more. Each person will select what they would want for their respective team. After the first 9 picks are taken, Eddie, Chief, White Sox Dave and Lantz will decide who they would draft for the Chicago Bears in that scenario. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouT...
Apr 24, 2025•56 min
It's finally draft week, so on today's episode we break down the many scenarios the Bears will find themselves in. We also get into the White Sox new ownership plan, how WSD will be in Rome soon, and later joined by Steven Cheah for a Mock Draft. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio
Apr 21, 2025•1 hr 4 min
On today's interview episode we ate joined by Chicago Radio legend Dan McNeil. he tells stories on how he got started in radio and the Chicago sports scene in the 90's. We also get into who was more important specifically to the city of Chicago - Michael Jordan or Walter Payton. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio...
Apr 18, 2025•1 hr 14 min
On today's episode of The Stretch, we recap Dave's big victory in his run-off vs Captain Cons and determine whether or not he was disrespectful to the troops. We then get into a WSD vs Chaps debate as to will Paddy The Baddy ever become a UFC champion. We later get into the Cubs losing Justin Steele for the season, the Bulls clinching the Play-In game, the Bears draft and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amaz...
Apr 14, 2025•58 min
On today's show we are joined by former Bears kicker and Bears all time leading scorer Robbie Gould. We get into his new life as a football coach at St. Viator High School in Arlington Heights, we also get into how he was in the building for the double doink and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio...
Apr 11, 2025•51 min
On today's episode of The Stretch, we start by addressing WSD get back into addressing things - which leads to another foot-off. We then get into the struggles of the White Sox and the Cubs bullpen. We also touch on how the Cubs must re-sign Kyle Tucker to keep any good grace with fans. We later get into WSD addressing voicemails which leads us to rehashing Cons vs WSD mile race and set a date to make it happen. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:24 - Matas Highlight Reel 03:47 - WSD Twitter 05:16 - WSD...
Apr 07, 2025•1 hr 4 min
On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by Pat Maroon of the Chicago Blackhawks and Victus Sports CEO Jared Smith. We talk about Pat getting to his 100th fight, and challenging White Sox Dave to a marathon. We then get into whether torpedo bats are cheating and discuss their future in baseball. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio...
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 13 min
On today's episode of The Stretch, we first recap the last few days of College Basketball. We then get into the Chicago Cubs and WSD being unaware of the new "Torpedo Bats" the yankees have been using. This leads to Big Cat creating a mandate for WSD stating he must once again address things and have an active voice on the internet. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlin...
Mar 31, 2025•59 min
On today's episode we are joined by former Loyola basketball star Cam Krutwig to talk about being a Bears fan while playing basketball professionally in Spain. We also get into his thoughts on current college basketball now that NIL endorsements are allowed and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio...
Mar 28, 2025•35 min
