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Domestic DraftBelly Up - Bears, Bulls & CubsOn this episode of the Domestic Draft Podcast, Dan and Evan crack open a new series called “Belly Up”—a throwback to their weekly barstool catch-ups back in the Chicago days. Just like old times, they’re diving deep into Chicago sports with a cold one in hand.First up, they break down the Bears' upcoming draft, sharing who they want to see in navy and orange—and who they think the team will actually take. Then it’s over to the North Side, where the Cubs are rolling and bringing some much-needed joy to Chicago fans. But it’s not...2025-04-2436 min
Domestic DraftMarch Madness Prediction ShowMarch Madness is here! Evan and Dan are back with their annual bracket prediction show on The Domestic Draft Podcast! 🏆 From Cinderella stories to Final Four locks, the guys break down the matchups, highlight potential upsets, and give their best picks for who’s cutting down the nets in April. Who’s your sleeper team? Who’s getting bounced early? Is this the year your bracket finally survives past the first weekend?!2025-03-1928 min
Domestic DraftNew Year, New Bears? w/Herb HowardIs this finally the turning point for the Chicago Bears, or are we setting ourselves up for heartbreak yet again? 🤔Dan and Evan welcome back Herb Howard, Bears reporter for The Bigs Media, to break down what feels like a franchise-altering offseason. We dig into whether Kevin Warren and Ryan Poles are truly steering this team in a bold new direction—or if history tells us to stay cautiously optimistic.We also dive into Ben Johnson’s coaching staff, analyzing how his hires could impact the team’s identity and development. Which players are primed for a bre...2025-01-2951 min
Domestic DraftDo the Cubs need a change at the top? w/ Evan AltmanIn today's episode, we welcome special guest, Evan Altman from Cubs Insider! We dissect the Chicago Cubs' challenging season including the team's struggles on and off the field. We explore whether the root of the problem lies within the management and discuss potential changes that could steer the Cubs back to success. Tune in for a candid conversation filled with insights, analysis, and a passion for Cubs baseball!2024-07-1143 min
Domestic DraftBagent vs. FieldsIn this episode, we dive into the Chicago Bears' outstanding victory at Soldier Field, marking their first home win this year. We analyze the pivotal moments of the game and their implications for the team's future momentum. Join us as we delve into the quarterback debate, weighing the strengths and weaknesses of Tyson Bagent and Justin Fields. Who should helm the Bears in the coming games? Transitioning to basketball, we focus on the Chicago Bulls and their prospects for the upcoming season. We take a closer look at the team's roster and identify the key players who must step...2023-10-2526 min
Domestic DraftMonsters of the Midway: Bears Season PreviewChicago is buzzing right now and on todays episode, we're breaking down everything that's made Cubs fans believe in miracles again! With the MLB playoffs just around the corner, we're placing our bets on whether they'll go all the way. Later, we turn our attention to the Monsters of the Midway. With the NFL season on the horizon, Evan predicts the Chicago Bears' 2023 record and their odds to emerge as champions of the NFC North. Who needs to step up most for this team to compete? Fantasy football fanatics, this one's for you too! We're dishing out our top...2023-09-0638 min
Domestic DraftCubs: Sellers at the Deadline? w/ Evan AltmanOn todays episode, we sit down with Evan Altman, the editor-in-chief at Cubs Insider! We're diving deep into the current performance of the Chicago Cubs and uncovering the direction this team is set to take at the trade deadline. Are we sure they'll be sellers? It's a captivating question for a major market team that's missed the playoffs for 5 straight years. Stay tuned as we tackle the roster issues and passionately debate the future of this organization! Don't miss out on the action - join the conversation on Instagram (@domesticdraftpodcast) and Twitter (@domesticdraft). Your thoughts matter, and we want...2023-07-1946 min
Sons of Antiquity PodcastDangerous and Dumb Things We Used to DoYouth is wasted on the young! Let's talk about some of the dumb and dangerous things Evan and Dan did (and thought) when they were young. Leave your dumb and dangerous anecdotes in the comments!2023-03-2618 minSons of Antiquity PodcastThe Wisdom of Dave Ramsey - SOA Highlight ReelIn this clip, Evan and Dan review Dave Ramsey's "Baby Steps" approach to personal finance, and give their own takes on how the system has worked for them. This clip was taken from Episode 32: "How NOT to be Poor".2023-02-1308 min
Beats, Beards & BrewsEvan's REAL 2022 Album Picks, 8-bit Beard Co., NA Beers & Hop WaterIn an episode so thrilling that the boys took a month to edit and release it, Evan revisits 2022 to pick two of his top albums of the year. Despite this very large slap in the face to Eric and Dan, who picked the correct album choices for him in the previous episode, the boys listen to Evan's new picks. So just what two albums motivated Evan to want to return to the mic so badly? Evan's Interesting Album Picks Released in 2022 (Revised) Where the Heart Is by Sweet Pill five seconds flat by Lizzy...2023-02-091h 04Sons of Antiquity PodcastThe Canadian Healthcare Hellscape (Let's Talk About... Ep. 3)Evan and Dan discuss Canada's most recent push to open up MAID to a wider group of medical patients. What are the moral implications of this? Will this slippery slope lead to broader acceptance of euthanasia, or even eugenics?2023-02-0519 minSons of Antiquity PodcastStoicism - SOA Podcast Ep. 34Evan and Dan explore the philosophy of Stoicism, its roots, and its journey through history, drawing inspiration from "Meditations" by Marcus Aurelius. (Chapters coming soon!) SOURCES: “Meditations” by Marcus Aurelius Cynicism: https://iep.utm.edu/cynics/ Marcus Aurelius Biography: https://www.biography.com/political-figure/marcus-aurelius Discourses of Epictetus: https://dailystoic.com/epictetus-discourses-summary-quotes/ Stoicism: https://iep.utm.edu/stoicism/ https://www.exurbe.com/stoicisms-appeal-to-the-rich-and-powerful/ https://dailystoic.com/stoicism-christianity-history/ https://www.wondriumdaily.com/stoics-influenced-christianity/ https://dailystoic.com/the-transformation-of-stoicism-over-the-centuries-an-interview-with-historian-ada-palmer/ https://www.nytimes.com/2021/12/28/books/stoicism-books.html AoM Article on Stoicism Extinguishing the Fire of Life: https://www.artofmanliness.com/character/advice/does-stoicism-extinguish-the-fire-of-life/2023-01-301h 00Sons of Antiquity PodcastWestern Tradition and Education - SOA Highlight ReelEvan and Dan discuss platonic dialogues, as well as the changes in the education system which have excluded most logic and rhetoric. Evan's solution? Supplement (or replace) public education with the "Great Books" reading list. This clip was taken from Episode 30: "How NOT to Argue".2022-12-2711 min
Domestic DraftChicago Beer w/ Mike ZollerOn today's episode, Evan is joined by Chicago beer expert, Mike Zoller! Mike is a writer and editor for porchdrinking.com and is well known in the Chicago beer community. Mike discusses the rise of porchdrinking.com before touching on some of his favorite breweries in the city. Later, Evan gives a brief history of breweries in Chicago and Mike answers a few listener questions. Stick around to the end for some fantasy football playoff advice! Cheers!2022-12-1433 min