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The Chicago SmokehouseOf Mice, Men, and Michael Jackson (with John Dempsey)John Howell and Rick Telander are joined by veteran broadcaster John Dempsey for a vermin-infested edition of The Chicago Smokehouse. What starts as a simple houseguest anecdote morphs into a whirlwind conversation about mice, rats, movies, plagues, breeding cycles, and the shocking realization that “Ben” was a love ballad... for a rodent. It's informative, hilarious, and slightly unsettling—like Willard. Except with cigars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-06-0929 min
The Offseason with Cassie CarlsonCaleb Williams bombshell report & how farm work made Colston Loveland NFL-readyThis week on 'The Offseason': ESPN Senior Writer Seth Wickersham discusses his bombshell article that revealed Caleb Williams sought ways around being drafted by the Bears. 670 The Score's Mark Grote reacts to the article and discusses the Bears 2025 schedule. Columnist Rick Telander details his trip to Colston Loveland's hometown, Gooding, Idaho.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-05-1754 minThe Chicago SmokehouseBlocking Jurko, Smoking Cubans, and Belichick’s Mermaid MuseJohn Howell and Rick Telander relive John’s glory days behind the plate—most notably, tagging out former Packers nose tackle John Jurkovic at a charity softball game. The conversation shifts from cigars and sports nostalgia to Bill Belichick’s eyebrow-raising relationship with a 24-year-old “muse” and the public spectacle it has become. Along the way, the duo riff on Yoko Ono, tortured genius, self-defense kicks, and why some basements just have better acoustics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-05-1246 minThe Chicago SmokehousePunch Cigars, Beatles Obsessions, and the Time John Howell Passed on Taylor SwiftJohn Howell and Rick Telander light up cigars and dive into a lively conversation about The Beatles, Buck Owens, and the musicians who shaped their lives. Along the way, John shares the story of the time he told a record label to pass on a young Taylor Swift—something he now calls “the dumbest thing ever.” From musical legends to yodeling news anchors, it’s a smoke-filled trip down memory lane with plenty of laughs along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2841 minThe Chicago SmokehouseChicago’s Fiery Past, Present, and FutureJohn Howell and Rick Telander dive into the history of the Great Chicago Fire, using Scott Berg’s new book to explore how the disaster shaped the city’s power structure and modern identity. They compare 19th-century fires to today’s climate-driven infernos—including John’s personal account of losing his home in Pacific Palisades. With references to Peshtigo, Paradise, and pop culture classics like Backdraft, this episode explores the destructive power—and strange allure—of fire through history, memory, and lived experience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-2125 minThe Chicago SmokehouseGoose on the Loose: Wrigley Field’s Unexpected Mascot Sparks DebateA Canada goose has taken up residence in the Wrigley Field bleachers, sparking debate between John Howell and Rick Telander over whether the bird should stay or go. The two light up cigars and swap stories about wildlife encounters—from backyard raccoons to six-foot iguanas—as they ponder the line between conservation and practicality. Along the way, they veer into gene-edited dire wolves, Civil War statues, and the proper use of the word "ask." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-1417 minThe Chicago SmokehouseSmoke-Filled Rooms and Tariff TantrumsThere’s something comforting about lighting up a cigar and talking politics, sports, and the decline of the American empire from the cozy haze of The Chicago Smokehouse. This week, as we puffed on a (possibly illegal) Cuban Cohiba and discussed everything from press box etiquette to presidential posturing, one thing became abundantly clear: whether it’s taxes, tariffs, or the return of Erik the Red, the smoke is getting thicker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-0735 minThe Chicago SmokehouseAmateurs No More: College Sports, Cash, and the End of IllusionsThis week on The Chicago Smokehouse, John Howell and Rick Telander dive into the billion-dollar business of college athletics—and the increasingly blurry line between amateurism and professionalism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-3125 minThe Chicago SmokehouseBlitzed by Ambition: Donald Trump's Role in the Demise of the USFLBig John Howell and Rick Telander light up cigars—and history—as they crack open one of the wildest sports stories of the 20th century: the short-lived, long-mythologized United States Football League (USFL). With the help of Jeff Pearlman’s book Football for a Buck: The Crazy Rise and Crazier Demise of the USFL, the conversation goes far beyond X’s and O’s, veering into locker rooms, courtrooms, and even the White House. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-2442 minThe Chicago SmokehouseRick Telander Says Goodbye to the Sun-Times—but Not to the StorytellingAfter nearly three decades as one of Chicago’s most distinctive voices in sports journalism, Rick Telander is moving on from the Chicago Sun-Times. The longtime columnist and Sportswriters Hall of Fame member announced that he has accepted a buyout from the newspaper. The episode, co-hosted with self-described “almost broadcast legend” John Howell, was equal parts reflection, frustration, and humor—an impromptu farewell from one of the city’s most revered writers who insists he’s not fading away, just turning the page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-2134 min
The Mincing RascalsThe Mincing Rascals 3.19.25: Tesla protests, funding vote, Sun-Times buyouts
The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Jon Hansen of WGN Radio and Block Club Chicago, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week, the Rascals start the podcast by congratulating new dad Jon Hansen! Next, the Rascals discuss the first few months of the Trump administration. What are the biggest takeaways? And what do the Rascals make of the Democratic response to how the GOP is running the country. Attacks on Tesla cars and dealerships are rising as people protest Elon Musk and DOGE. Do the Rascals believe this i...2025-03-2000 minThe Chicago SmokehouseRemembering John FeinsteinSports writer John Feinstein has passed away at 69. Rick Telander shares personal anecdotes and insights about Feinstein's impact on sports journalism, his relationships with notable figures like Bobby Knight, and the art of storytelling in sports writing. The discussion also touches on the evolution of journalism, the importance of rooting for the underdog, and the personal reflections that arise from the loss of a colleague. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1722 minThe Chicago SmokehouseMike Ditka, the 1985 Bears, and Football’s Toughest EraRick Telander shares his experiences with Mike Ditka, reflecting on their collaboration for the book 'In Life, First You Kick Ass.' The discussion covers personal anecdotes, the legacy of the 1985 Bears, and the intense culture of football during that era. Telander provides insights into Ditka's personality, the challenges of writing the book, and the impact of injuries on players. The conversation also touches on the evolution of football culture and the lessons learned from Ditka's life and career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1745 minThe Chicago SmokehouseSportswriting, the NFL, and Life’s CrossroadsJohn Howell and Rick Talender delve into the world of sports journalism, the evolution of sports talk radio, and Talender's personal journey from being drafted by the Kansas City Chiefs to becoming a prolific author. They discuss the dynamics of coaching, the legacy of the Chiefs, and the representation of race in football, all while reflecting on the lessons learned from Talender's memoir, 'Like a Rose.' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1730 minThe Chicago SmokehouseIntroducing the Chicago Smokehouse with Big John Howell and Rick TelanderSome conversations feel like a front-row seat to history. Others feel like stepping into a smoke-filled backroom where legends swap stories over a cigar. When John Howell sits down with Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist and author Rick Telander, you get both. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-03-1601 min
The Fran Spielman ShowSun-Times sports columnist Rick Telander | Super Bowl preview & remembering Virginia McCaskeyIn this special Super Bowl week episode, Fran Spielman and Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist Rick Telander discuss the evolution and significance of the Super Bowl, the unique qualities of star quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts. Rick provides insights into the future of the Bears, including the hiring of their new head coach Ben Johnson, potential conflicts of interest in the NFL, and the passing of Bears matriarch Virginia McCaskey, along with its implications for the team's ownership and stadium prospects.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19...2025-02-0638 min
The Sportsnaut InterviewIs Cole Kmet Being Underutilized By The Chicago Bears?Is Cole Kmet Being Underutilized By The Chicago Bears? Special guest, Chicago Sun-Times columnist Rick Telander, joins to give his insight on all things Chicago Bears. Subscribe for more sports news, analysis, and podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBTXpK0dhV9jbwfNLL-pjeQ?sub_confirmation=1 Read the latest sports news: https://sportsnaut.com Follow us! Instagram: @sportsnaut TikTok: @sportsnaut Twitter: @sportsnaut Facebook: @sportsnaut
2024-11-1011 min
Daniel Riley Sports Talk RadioExposing Amateurism - How Wealth Shaped NCAA RulesIn 1989, Rick Telander of Sports Illustrated revealed a harsh reality: the concept of amateurism in college sports originated as a way for wealthy athletes to keep sports exclusive to their social class. The NCAA embraced this model because, in the 1800s, it was the only way to justify profit-driven college sports. This unsettling history is worth recalling the next time a college coach defends the NCAA's regulations.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daniel-riley-sports-talk-radio--4211915/support.2024-09-0314 min
Talking Caleb, Mongo, and Ryno with Rick Telander #calebwilliams #bearsnation #cubsnationRick Telander joins Joey on WLS to talk about Caleb Williams, Steve McMichael finally getting into the HOF, and asking the question ‘Is Ryne Sandberg the greatest 2nd baseman of all time?’
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2024-08-1851 minSports Talk ChicagoTalking Caleb, Mongo, and Ryno with Rick Telander #calebwilliams #bearsnation #cubsnationRick Telander joins Joey on WLS to talk about Caleb Williams, Steve McMichael finally getting into the HOF, and asking the question ‘Is Ryne Sandberg the greatest 2nd baseman of all time?’
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2024-08-1851 min
Basketball's BoroughThe Summer of '74In this episode, we take a nostalgic trip back to the summer of 1974, a pivotal time for Brooklyn basketball. Featuring interviews with Albert King, John Salley, World B. Free, and Rick Telander, this episode highlights the unique culture of playground basketball and the characters who made that summer unforgettable. Discover the stories behind Albert King's rise to fame, Fly Williams' playground legend, and Rick Telander's classic book, Heaven is a Playground. 02:01 - 06:00: Albert King on the essence of Brooklyn playground basketball 06:01 - 12:00: Rick Telander's journey to Brooklyn and the birth of Heaven is a Playground 12:01 - 22:00: The legend...2024-07-0119 min
The Ben Joravsky ShowMick Dumke—Sherman’s GiftRick Telander teaches aspiring young journalists how to cover TIFs. Ben riffs. Mick Dumke joins the riff. Soon they’re leading a symposium on journalism. Mick then discusses his latest investigative story. It deals with drugs, low income housing, policing and the inability of the CHA to take care of its property. Also, a few words about Sherman Alexie. Mick is a reporter for Block Club. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-06-171h 09
After Further ReviewCan Jaden Rashada Win Lawsuit vs. Billy Napier? - After Further Review, May 22, 2024In the second hour of After Further Review, Matt delves into a topic of significant interest and controversy as he discusses the Jaden Rashada lawsuit with attorney David Fleshman. With a keen focus on legal nuances, implications, and potential outcomes, they dissect the intricacies of the case, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of the legal proceedings surrounding Rashada and its broader implications for sports law.Continuing the momentum from hour one, the recap of LSU's commanding 11-0 victory over Kentucky in the SEC Tournament takes center stage once again. Matt revisits key moments, standout performances, and strategic maneuvers, offering...2024-05-2346 min
Talk LouisianaRick Telander, Katie Charleston, David MatlockSports columnist Rick Telander talks his career in sports as well as his latest work as a author of "Sweet Dreams". Lawyer Katie Charleston speaks on the latest in collegiate athletics with the NCAA anti-trust suit. Secretary of the Department of Children and Family Services David Matlock discusses what's new with the DCFS and the importance of child welfare.2024-05-2244 min
Ask the Expert1203. Community Spotlight - Rick TelanderThe “Community Spotlight” edition of the “Ask the Expert” podcast series shares the stories of our community members. For this episode, Rick Telander joined Dr. GG deFiebre of SRNA to talk about his journey with transverse myelitis (TM). Rick shared about his diagnostic process [00:08:05], the testing that took place, and the treatment and rehabilitation that he received [00:09:25]. He emphasized the importance of early diagnosis, research for better treatments, and support from organizations like SRNA [00:25:02]. Rick also discussed ongoing symptoms, his experience of living with TM, and the children’s book of poetry that he published [00:26:11].
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Lake Forest on TopicLegendary Sports Writer, Sports Editor, Author, and Player - Rick TelanderRick has written for newspapers and magazines as varied as Esquire, National Wildlife, Premiere, TV Guide, Playboy, Men’s Journal, PTA Magazine, American Libraries, Baseball Digest, Outside, and others. In 1972, Sports Illustrated published his first national article. It was about the jolt of being done with football, and being forced to, as Kansas City head coach Hank Stram advised him, “get on with your life.” That article would eventually become a book and later be made into a film.Rick was a Special Contributor for Sports Illustrated for eight years, before joining the magazine full time as a Seni...2024-03-021h 03
Rick KoganA great new book for kids
Rick Telander, sports columnist at the Chicago Sun-Times, joins Rick Kogan to talk about what’s happening in the world of sports and also his new book, “Sweet Dreams: Poems and Paintings for the Child Abed.”
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Score OvernightsScore Overnights Special: Remembering Les Grobstein (Hour 3)In the third hour of Score Overnights, Mark Grote was joined by Mark Potash of the Sun-Times and later Rick Telander of the Sun-Times to reflect on how they used to call into Les' overnight show. They shared their favorite moments with the Grobber.2024-01-1750 minThe Ben Joravsky ShowRick Telander—Sweet DreamsFor almost 50 years, Rick Telander’s been one of America’s great sportswriters. And then this year, his collection of poems was published. He’s still one of America’s great sportswriters. But now he’s also a published poet. And that’s just so freaking cool! Ben and Rick talk about their lifelong love for poetry and how there are metaphors for everything everywhere. Like…Donald Trump goes through life playing tennis without a net. Shoutout Robert Frost! Rick’s poetry collection is Sweet Dreams. And he’s a columnist for the Sun-Times.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.c...2024-01-121h 03
Reset with Sasha-Ann SimonsSun-Times Sports Columnist Rick Telander Is Now A Published PoetSports writer Rick Telander started writing poetry when he was hospitalized with a serious illness and thought about what kids who were in his situation might be going through. Reset talks with Telander about seeing his longtime side project come to fruition with the publication of Sweet Dreams: Poems and Paintings for the Child Abed. If you liked this conversation, check out our full catalog of interviews with Chicago artists and newsmakers at wbez.org/reset.2023-11-2917 min
Two Writers Slinging YangRick Telander: Chicago Sun-Times columnist, former SI senior writerOn having Albert Belle threaten him with a bat; on the strange contradictions of Mike Ditka; on whether anyone cares about newspaper columns in 2023; on the joy of ... poetry.2023-11-2754 min
Me & Virgil: A Genesis Brothers PodcastEpisode 2: I Know What I LikeWelcome to Me & Virgil: A Genesis Brother's Podcast Episode 2: I Know What I Like. In this episode we talk about our favorite Genesis music: top three albums with some runners up, then top five Genesis songs, moving on to the drum bit all about electric drums, and ending with what the "I Know What I Like" is actually about and which live version is our favorite. In the episode we mention the "Trick of the Tail" video which can be found here.In the episode Virgil mentions a documentary with Tony talk about...2023-10-062h 10The Ben Joravsky ShowRick Telander—The Hundred Yard LieOver 30 years ago, Sun-Times sports columnist Rick Telander wrote The Hundred Yard Lie, an expose of corruption and exploitation in college football. Well, with the recent hazing and racism scandal involving the football team at Northwestern University, he could add another chapter to his book. Ben and Rick run through the scandal in all of its sleaziness. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-08-151h 07
Explore New Full Audiobooks in Biography & Memoir, Arts & EntertainmentSweet Dreams by Rick TelanderPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/683340 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Sweet Dreams Author: Rick Telander Narrator: Rick Telander Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 0 hours 43 minutes Release date: April 19, 2023 Genres: Arts & Entertainment Publisher's Summary: 'Sweet Dreams'' consists of 42 original poems with bedtime, sleep, and dreaming as their central themes. The poems are traditional in form and follow rhyme and meter, done in in the fashion of Robert Louis Stevenson’s century-old classic, A Child’s Garden of Verses. Topics include moonlit nights, snowy days, dreams of dinosaurs in the bedroom, annoyance at a Key West rooster crowing all night, what it w...2023-04-1903 min
Download Best Full Audiobooks in Literature, PoetrySweet Dreams by Rick TelanderPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/683340to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Sweet Dreams
Author: Rick Telander
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Length: 0 hours 43 minutes
Release date: April 19, 2023
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'Sweet Dreams'' consists of 42 original poems with bedtime, sleep, and dreaming as their central themes. The poems are traditional in form and follow rhyme and meter, done in in the fashion of Robert Louis Stevenson’s century-old classic, A Child’s Garden of Verses. Topics include moonlit nights, snowy days, dreams of dinosaurs in the bedroom, annoyance at a Key West rooster crowing all night, what it would be l...2023-04-1943 min
MUSINGS ON GOLFRick Telander: All Big-Ten Corner, All Big-Time WriterThe pride of Peoria, Illinois, Rick Telander has left his mark with the written word at Sports Illustrated, the Chicago Sun-Times and as the author of eight books on sports. Yet, he might be best known as the youngest member of a pioneering TV show filled with cigar-puffing, old-school Chicago sportswriters.
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2023-01-0350 min
Halas IntrigueHalas Intrigue PreviewThe latest Chicago Bears news and analysis from the Chicago Sun-Times and WBEZ. Listen as we evaluate games, make predictions, provide insights and analyze the day’s big stories. Stay informed this football season with Chicago Sun-Times reporters and columnists Patrick Finley, Jason Lieser, Mark Potash, Rick Morrissey and Rick Telander.2022-09-0100 min
AWM Author TalksEpisode 100: A Celebration Count Down!This is a special week…it is our 100th episode! To celebrate, we’re counting down our top ten most listened-to podcasts from the past three years and sharing highlights from each. From poets to journalists to novelists and more, we hope you enjoy entering the minds of these writers.Listen to the full episodes below:Alice McDermott, Joseph O'Neill & Daniel Mulhall: Irish-American Writers and WritingNicole Perlroth: This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends: The Cyberweapons Arms RaceSandra Cisneros & Fernando A. Flores: Tears of the TrufflepigViet Thanh Nguyen, Kao Kalia Yang & Vu Tran: The Disp...2022-07-0447 min
Press Box Access: A Sports History PodcastRick Telander: Going Beyond the SurfaceRick Telander is curious by nature, and his drive to learn more through reporting and relationships has served readers well for five decades. He’s always dives deep on stories, and he takes us with him on this episode. Rick puts us in an NFL training camp, where getting cut as a player caused his writing career to bloom. We go with him to the heaven-like basketball playgrounds of New York City in the 1970s for his first book. We ride with Rick into the Wild West of college football in the ‘80s. He takes us behind the scenes with...2022-01-191h 01The Fran Spielman ShowRick Telander | Chicago Bears season previewSun-Times City Hall reporter Fran Spielman is joined by sports columnist Rick Telander to preview the upcoming Chicago Bears season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2021-09-1036 min
Middle Country Public Library PodcastEpisode 184 - Are You Ready for Some Football?!?Football season is upon us. Get ready with some interesting football facts.
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The ultimate Super Bowl book : a complete reference to the stats, stars, and stories behind football's biggest game-- and why the best team won / Bob McGinn ; foreword by Michael MacCambridge.
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In life, first you kick ass : reflections on the 1985 Bears and wisdom from Da Coach / Mike Ditka, with Rick Telander
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Badasses : t...2021-08-1923 min
Last Word On Sports Media PodcastFull Ep: Rick Telander Legendary Chicago and SI writer 8 3 21So you think Rick Telander and you think Natan’s hot dog eating contest, right? It’s just one of the many facets of this award winning journalist and columnist who gained national acclaim for his work at Sports Illustrated and a book most publishers wanted nothing to do with. But Heaven is a Playground became a movie and is still in publication, 45 years after it was penned.Telander has written countless articles about the NCAA and its inequities, appeared on a spectacularly popular TV show in Chicago called The Sportswriters on TV which spawned ESPN’s successful The Sp...2021-08-0352 minLast Word On Sports Media PodcastClip: Rick Telander Legendary Chicago and SI writer Tease 8 2 21So, you think Rick Telander and you think Natan’s hot dog eating contest, right? It’s just one of the many facets of this award winning journalist and columnist who gained national acclaim for his work at Sports Illustrated.Hear the Full Conversation with a Chicago sportswriting legend on "Tell me a story I don't know" coming on Tuesday. And make sure to follow/review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google, etc.! "Tell me a story I don’t know" is sponsored by Vienna Beef (@viennabeef.com) and by The Paulina Market (@paulinamarket.com)2021-08-0201 min
Pod of FameEpisode 24: Steve "Mongo" McMichael with Rick TelanderOn today’s podcast, Jim is joined by Rick Telander, senior sports columnist for the Chicago Sun-Times, to breakdown the hall of fame candidacy of former NFL defensive tackle Steve "Mongo" McMichael. Jim and Rick first discuss McMichael's wild personality, how we might never see another player quite like him, and the differences between McMichael and his hall of fame teammate Dan Hampton (3:26). Then, they breakdown the defensive roster of the 1985 Bears and how they rank among the best defenses of all time, including the 1969 Kansas City Chiefs, 1976 Pittsburgh Steelers, and 2002 Tampa Bay Buccaneers. (26:40). Finally, they make a final ver...2020-11-1648 min
The Black and Blue PodEP. 20 The Rick Telander Interview: Chicago Bears QB and Riding the RailsIn this very special episode, I interviewed legendary Chicago columnist Rick Telander to discuss his childhood of riding the rails, Chicago sports, the Bears' quarterback atrocity and so much more! I don't want to spoil anything with time stamps so click play and enjoy!2020-11-051h 17
The Socially Distant Sports Bar32: Sexual Smorgasbord #SportMike Bubbins, Elis James and Steff Garrero meet up in the bar to talk about NWA & Frank Hennessy’s rap careers and Maurice Flitcroft’s golfing exploits.
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Book Choice from...2020-11-032h 17AWM Author TalksEpisode 21: Baseball WritingThis week, get your peanuts and Cracker Jack ready because we’re chatting with essayist Joe Bonomo and sportswriter Rick Telander about their favorite baseball writing. This program took place and was recorded in June when Major League Baseball was still on hiatus.We hope you enjoy entering the mind of a writer.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS"Baseball especially encourages that, that feeling of connection to other games you’ve been to. And I think that engages imagination and engages memory and it maybe engages, for certain writers, a literary impulse to explore the game in i...2020-10-1948 min
The Rashawn Franklin PodcastAll things Chicago Bulls with Jack SilversteinJim Boylen's gone!!! And the Chicago Bulls' rebuild can officially begin with (hopefully) competent executives at the helm. I reached out to Jack Silverstein, who I met through legendary Chicago sportswriter Rick Telander, to discuss his upcoming book "6 Rings" and all things Bulls. We just so happened to choose the day Boylen was fired. We obviously discuss that, we get into Jack's motivation for writing this book and the great things he's finding out about the 90's teams during his research. We also touch on the Last Dance's back-and-forth format, the misstep of not covering Jerry Krause more in...2020-08-1552 min
Beers with ChadBeers with Chad | Zack TelanderChad sits down with Juggernaut Weightlifter/Coach Zack Telander to discuss growing up the son of a sports media legend, Rick Telander as seen in The Last Dance and Zack's venture into feature films with the upcoming project, The Weight.
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2020-07-1529 min
Bleav in Sports Time MachineSammy Sosa Corked Bat Game - June 3rd, 2003On June 3, 2003, Cubs slugger Sammy Sosa not only shattered a bat but he also shattered his image in the infamous "Corked Bat Game." Anna Kagarakis interviews ESPN Senior Writer, Buster Olney, and Chicago Sun-Times sports journalist, Rick Telander, about their perspectives that day and Sosa's legacy. Listen to a rare glimpse behind the diamond and hear the story of one baseball player doing his best Mission Impossible impression. 2020-06-0400 min
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The Last Dance is a 2020 American sports documentary miniseries about the career of Michael Jordan, with particular focus on the 1997–98 Chicago Bulls season. The series features film from a crew that had an all-access pass to the Bulls during the National Basketball Association (NBA) season. ESPN and Netflix announced their joint production of the 10-part miniseries in 2018, with an official trailer released on December 24, 2019.[3] The first two episodes aired on Ap...2020-05-1002 min
A Very Important Podcast by The HecklerWellness Check: Haymarket Books author/publicist & former Army Ranger Rory FanningToday's Wellness Check is with Rory Fanning, who has many extremely interesting stories to tell. Rory and Brad met about a decade ago through Rick Telander, who walked with Rory in the Arizona desert while Rory was trekking across the country to raise money for his fallen Army Ranger comrade and former Arizona Cardinal Pat Tillman. Rory enlisted in the Army after Sept. 11 because he felt it was the patriotic thing to do. After spending time serving in Afghanistan, he grew very unhappy with the United States' war effort and became a war resistor. Most of his leaders and fellow...2020-04-2535 min
Football Night in ChicagoEp. 789: Reacting to the first two episodes of 'The Last Dance'Everybody is talking about "The Last Dance" and Monday's SportsTalk Live is no different. Laurence Holmes, David Haugh and KC Johnson join Kap to dissect the first two episodes. They weigh in on Jerry Krause's depiction and how the stars of the team treated him. Plus, they discuss Scottie Pippen and how his contract status dominated the second episode and the entire 1997-98 season.Rick Telander made multiple appearances in the first two episodes. He joins Kap to discuss the premiere and to look back on covering that championship team.Finally, Kap asks the panel...2020-04-2122 min
A Very Important Podcast by The HecklerThe Time Bill Murray Crashed a Heckler PartyBrad tells Ethan about the time Bill Murray crashed a Heckler party that we planned with Rick Telander. Check out some photos here: tinyurl.com/BillMurrayParty
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A Very Important Podcast by The HecklerWellness Check: Rick TelanderWe’re a week into the quarantine so we figured we’d check in with some friends to see how they’re doing. Brad caught up with our first-ever repeat guest Rick Telander and talked about a ton of stuff. Among the topics: making a Long Island Ice Tea with Dr. Pepper, Joe Pepitone’s wig (with a casual Roger Maris name-drop that Brad totally missed), how Brad mispronounces “nuclear,” how Rick grew up in fear his town of Peoria would get nuked by the Soviets, stock market tips, the 2016 NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament game Rick most recently watch, the Christian...2020-03-2142 min
A Very Important Podcast by The HecklerRick Telander: Michael Jordan, Mike Ditka, riding the rails, getting drafted by the Chiefs, and moreRick Telander talks with Brad and Ethan at V's Barbershop in Bucktown about a wide ranging list of topics: riding the rails in his youth, the time Michael Jordan's mom made him pancakes, being drafted by the Chiefs in 1971, writing one of the best sports books of all time, whether the Ricketts family is good for the Cubs, and much much more.
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Wealth ActuallySPORTS SPECIALIZATION: The “Pundficator” and “Wealth, Actually” take on the Pressure of Sports SuccessAnother reminder that the "Wealth, Actually" podcasts come out on Thursday morning before the EST commute. You can subscribe on most major podcast platforms . . . and now on with the show!
Remember Todd Marinovich? He was on the cover of Sports Illustrated as the archetype for early specialization and "guaranteed success" in sports . . . his story started out nicely, but ended in a horrible flame out. Here is a recent update on his progress from Rick Telander . . .
https://chicago.suntimes.com/2019/1/15/18386050/todd-marinovich-story-is-a-cautionary-tale-for-parents
In this Episode, Haven and I engage our society's thirst for sports success, the pressure it puts on early sports...2020-01-3043 minFootball Night in ChicagoEp. 668: Cubs' postseason hopes squashedDavid Haugh, Rick Telander and Connor McKnight join Kap on the panel.0:00 - The guys preview the Bears Monday nighter. Will Mitch Trubisky finally have a big game? Plus JJ Stankevitz has the latest news from the nation's capital including Eddy Pineiro's status and Bobby Massie being a shock inactive.12:00 - The Cardinals sweep the Cubs and pretty much end their postseason hopes. So who will be gone next season? Could some big names be on the move before 2020?20:00 - The guys enjoy a brutally honest Eagles fan and break down Eddy Pineiro's...2019-09-2422 minFootball Night in ChicagoEp. 625: Dare we ask... are the Cubs back?Rick Telander, Ben Finfer and Seth Gruen join Kap on the panel.0:00 - The Cubs beat the Padres from their 6th win in their 7 games since the All-Star Break. Are they really this good or are they just feasting on sub-.500 teams?7:00 - The White Sox have lost seven straight after the break. Should fans be furious with the slump or still optimistic about the future?13:00 - The Bears report to Bourbonnais in 6 days. Will the 2019 season be a failure if they do not make it to the Super Bowl?19:00...2019-07-2022 min
Just Not SportsEp. 120: Rick Telander Went from Sportswriter to PainterRICK TELANDER freely admits he could edit a column forever, but when it comes to his paintings ... when it's done, it's done. The iconic Chicago-based sportswriter and TV mainstay just opened his first public art show in Chicago, so we break down (22:00 mark) the frustrations of watercolors, the joys of nature, and just how many times an artist can attend their own exhibit before it gets ... uh, weird. Also, the gang debates which action movies would be better with NBA stars.
Chicago natives, go see Rick's art in person all the month of June at AdventureLand Gallery, 1513 N Western Ave...2018-06-1200 minFootball Night in ChicagoEp. 396: Will Major League Baseball ever do away with the slide rule?Rick Telander, Adam Jahns and Patrick Finley join Kap on the panel. The Cubs take 2 out of 3 from the Phillies despite 7 walks by Tyler Chatwood. Meanwhile, Joe Maddon successfully challenges the rule he dislikes the most. Will baseball ever do away with the slide rule?Plus the guys discuss George McCaskey’s thoughts on the NFL’s new anthem rule. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2018-06-0829 minFootball Night in ChicagoEp. 392: Are Yu Darvish's problems mental or physical?David Haugh, Rick Telander and Adam Jahns join Pat Boyle on the panel. Yu Darvish gets some good news with his MRI. So are his problems mental or physical? Plus the guys discuss Bryan Colangelo’s reported burner accounts and the latest news from Bears OTAs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2018-05-3123 min
The Max & Tony ShowEPISODE 35: RICK TELANDERMax & Tony talk with Rick Telander...
Athlete to Sportswriter to Artist, Poetry Slams, Working For The Loop, Covering the Chicago Bears, Legendary Sports Writers, Getting into Heaven, Negative Comments on the Internet, The Outdoors and Rick's stuffed Porcupine, and his love for Slipknot...
Do not miss Rick's show at AdventureLand Gallery June 1st, 2018!
1513 N. Western
7pm-10pm (FREE DRINKS, PET FRIENDLY!)
MUSIC CREDIT
"Wait and Bleed" - Slipknot
itunes.apple.com/us/album/wait-an…1469?i=9277317332018-05-251h 06Football Night in ChicagoEp. 377: Theo Epstein addresses panicking Cubs fansIn tonight's episode, Kap is joined by Rick Telander and Rick Morrissey of the Chicago Sun-Times. First, the guys go over the Cubs' disappointing sweep at the hands of the Cardinals. They discuss what currently concerns them the most about the Cubs and we hear from Theo Epstein as he addresses those concerns.Plus, a very exciting update from the White Sox regarding Danny Farquhar's health.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2018-05-0822 min
Radio One ChicagoDemonize Spruiel & Kenneth Davis (The D & Davis Show) - January 11th, 2018Demonze “D” Spruiel and Kenneth Davis are two South Side Chicago guys who love sports and will let you know it! D and Davis have interview the likes of Chicago Bulls center and Chicago native Nazr Mohammed, ESPN’s Jonathan Hood, Chicago Sun-Times reporter Rick Telander & more. You can currently listen to D and Davis every Saturday 11am-2pm on Chicagolandsportsradio.com as they, along with executive producer Sidney Brown, and technical producer Anthony Gill breakdown local and national sports, pop culture and more.
Radio One Chicago airs live every Thursday night from 6p to 8p on WLUW, 88.7.2018-01-1121 min
Hang Up and ListenThe Remember Connie Hawkins EditionStefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Ben Strauss to discuss why academically rigorous universities like Wesleyan are betting big on football. They also speak with Rick Telander about the life and legacy of hoops legend Connie Hawkins.Division III football (3:09): Ben Strauss joins to assess the trend of elite schools investing big in sports, and what happens on campus when universities prioritize football. Connie Hawkins (23:15): Rick Telander, the author of Heaven Is a Playground, explains how Connie Hawkins—who died back in October—became a mythical figure on the New York playground scene, and...2017-12-2558 min
Football Night in ChicagoEp. 244: Can the Cubs carry their September magic into another October run?Rick Telander (Chicago Sun-Times), Sam Panayotovich (WGN Radio) and Chris Bleck (ESPN 1000) join Kap on the panel. The Cubs come from behind to win a thriller in Milwaukee. Can they carry the September magic into another October run? The guys also preview the Bears/Steelers game and Rick gives his thoughts on the Aaron Hernandez/CTE news. Plus Carlos Zambrano drops by to talk Cubs and John Lackey’s tirade last week.
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Football Night in ChicagoEp. 179: Will Butler end up in Boston or Cleveland?Rick Telander (Chicago Sun-Times), Brian Hedger (NHL.com) and Seth Gruen (Bleacher Report) join Kap on the panel. The NBA rumor mill is spinning out of control and Jimmy Butler is a big reason why. Will he be traded? CSNChicago.com’s Vincent Goodwill joins the guys with the latest plus Kap blows a gasket at a report that the Bulls wanted only the #3 pick for their best player.
Also, Anthony Rizzo gets a talking to but will not be disciplined for his slide into home. How can MLB fix the ambiguities of the rule?
See Privacy Policy at https://ar...2017-06-2122 min
Conversations with Allan WolperLacey Schwartz: Little White Lie- A Multi-Racial Woman Growing Up White And JewishLacey Schwartz is a woman whose personal and professional journey of race and religion has won attention across the country. She grew up white and Jewish in predominantly white, Woodstock, New York only to learn after entering Georgetown University that her biological father was Rodney Parker, an African-American friend of her mother. Parker, a legendary New York City college basketball scout was featured in a bestselling basketball book, Heaven is a Playground, by Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist Rick Telander. Lacey Schwartz wrote, produced, and directed a one hour documentary, Little White Lie, that tells her fascinating story. “I started making th...2017-06-0929 min
Football Night in ChicagoEp. 161: Victor Cruz agrees to 1-year deal with BearsRick Telander (Chicago Sun-Times), Danny Parkins (670 The Score) and Jim Litke (Associated Press) join Kelly Crull on the panel. After the Cubs’ 7-2 homestand, should we still be worried about them? Meanwhile, how big of an impact will Victor Cruz make on the Bears?
Plus LeBron James says he’s not worried about the GOAT debate. Do we believe him?
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Football Night in ChicagoEp. 103: Rusty Wallace Previews the Daytona 500Rick Telander (Chicago Sun-Times) and Mark Carman (WGN Radio) join Kap on the panel. It’s the day after the Bulls traded Taj and Dougie McBuckets. So are they better or worse now? And Gar Forman outlines his plan for the Bulls but will it work?
The Blackhawks make a minor move. Is a bigger one on the horizon? The Cubs extend Pedro Strop but will Joe Maddon trust him again?
That plus NBC’s Marty Snider and NASCAR legend Rusty Wallace preview the Daytona 500. And Rick discusses his 5-part series chronicling the Orr High School Basketball Team as they exce...2017-02-2522 min
Football Night in ChicagoEp. 51: DeShone Kizer Is Going ProDavid Haugh (Chicago Tribune), Rick Telander (Chicago Sun-Times) and John Jurkovic (ESPN 1000) join Kap on the panel. Do the Bears need somebody above Ryan Pace to run Football Operations? The guys discuss with former Bear Patrick Mannelly.
Plus is Lamar Jackson already getting bad advice? Did DeShone Kizer make the right choice going pro? And what kind of reception will Tom Thibodeau get tomorrow when he returns to the United Center?
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The Sports-CastersSeason 6 Episode 31 - Rick Telander, SL PriceOn the thirty-first episode of the sixth season of The Sports-Casters hosts Steve Bennett and Anthony Day (filling in for Don) welcome Rick Telander (Chicago Sun Times) and SL Price (Sports Illustrated). Starting the show with 3Things, Steve and Anthony chat about the Buffalo Bills getting hosed on Monday Night Football, the UFC at MSG, and the emergence of Patrick Laine. The book club features books by Jeff Pearlman, Joe Buck, and SL Price. The show ends with Anthony talking about committing to Yale and Steve thanks everyone who has helped us create the first 232 episodes of The Sports-Casters.
-Rick...2016-11-111h 33
Football Night in ChicagoEp. 31: Bears' improving health and White Sox rebuild timetableRick Telander (Chicago Sun-Times), Jordan Bernfield (670 the Score), Teddy Greenstein (Chicago Tribune) and Patrick Finley (Chicago Sun-Times) join Pat Boyle on the panel. They discuss the Bears’ improving health, the White Sox rebuild timetable, Friday night Big Ten football and Vincent Goodwill has the latest on the Bulls.
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Football Night in ChicagoEp. 26: Previewing Game 6 of the World SeriesSports Talk Live from Cleveland previewing Game 6 of the World Series.
David Kaplan is joined by:
David Haugh (Chicago Tribune)
Rick Telander (Chicago Sun-Times)
Sahadev Sharma (The Athletic)
Dan Plesac (MLB Network)
Cubs Pitching Coach Chris Bosio
Todd Hollandsworth (CSN Cubs analyst)
Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg
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Football Night in ChicagoEp. 21: Getting you set for Game 1 from Progressive FieldDavid Kaplan, David Haugh, Rick Telander, Jon Greenberg, Peter Gammons and Patrick Mooney get you set for Game 1 from Progressive Field. Plus Ryne Sandberg and Todd Holladsworth share their knowledge.
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Discover the Libray of Best Audiobooks in Sports, OtherCoach Audiobook by Andrew Blauner, Bill BradleyListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Coach
Subtitle: 25 Writers Reflect on People Who Made a Difference
Author: Andrew Blauner, Bill Bradley
Narrator: Robin Bloodworth, Brian Troxell, Marianne Fraulo, Susan Larkin
Format: Unabridged
Length: 9 hrs and 59 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-07-14
Publisher: Hachette Audio
Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes
Genres: Sports, Other
Publisher's Summary:
Twenty-five celebrated writers share the inspiring words and timeless wisdom of the athletic coaches who changed and influenced their lives and pass on the sage advice they received.
Critic Reviews:
"This intriguing collection of essays will remind...2014-10-079h 59
How to Stream Free Audiobook in Sports, OtherGreat Football Writing by Rob Fleder (editor) | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Great Football Writing
Author: Rob Fleder (editor)
Narrator: Dennis Holland
Format: Unabridged
Length: 23 hrs and 32 mins
Language: English
Release date: 09-30-13
Publisher: Audible Studios
Genres: Sports, Football
Summary:
For more than 50 years, Sports Illustrated has been the gold standard of sports writing, and during that time, football - once a popular college pastime, but only a rag-tag professional game - has moved to center stage, taking its unquestioned place as Americas most popular sport. This book brings together dozens of football classics from the pages of Sports Illustrated...2013-09-3011h 32
Download Popular Titles Audiobooks in Sports, OtherFifty Years of Great Writing Audiobook by The Editors of Sports IllustratedPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com to download full audiobooks of your choice for free.
Title: Fifty Years of Great Writing
Subtitle: 50th Anniversary 1954-2004
Author: The Editors of Sports Illustrated
Narrator: Dennis Holland
Format: Unabridged
Length: 29 hrs and 48 mins
Language: English
Release date: 08-13-13
Publisher: Audible Studios
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes
Genres: Sports, Other
Publisher's Summary:
In the half-century since its birth, as Sports Illustrated grew from a struggling start-up to America's preeminent sports magazine, one thing has remained constant: the commitment to great storytelling. That part of the magazine's mission has always been easy to define: Identify...2013-08-135h 48How to Stream Free Audiobook in Sports, OtherFifty Years of Great Writing by The Editors of Sports Illustrated | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Fifty Years of Great Writing
Author: The Editors of Sports Illustrated
Narrator: Dennis Holland
Format: Unabridged
Length: 29 hrs and 48 mins
Language: English
Release date: 08-13-13
Publisher: Audible Studios
Genres: Sports, Other
Summary:
In the half-century since its birth, as Sports Illustrated grew from a struggling start-up to America's preeminent sports magazine, one thing has remained constant: the commitment to great storytelling. That part of the magazine's mission has always been easy to define: Identify the most compelling sports stories of our time and get the best writers in...2013-08-135h 48
Discover Legally Popular Titles Full Audiobooks in Sports, BasketballLike a Rose Audiobook by Rick TelanderListen to this audiobook free with a 30-day trial. Go tohttp://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Like a Rose
Subtitle: Life Lessons from a Training Camp with Hank Stram and the Kansas City Chiefs
Author: Rick Telander
Narrator: Scott Thomsen
Format: Unabridged
Length: 2 hrs and 35 mins
Language: English
Release date: 02-06-13
Publisher: Audible Studios
Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes
Genres: Sports, Football
Publisher's Summary:
"Football is, at heart, such a brutal, harsh game. Only someone who truly loves it and truly writes so very well can somehow make it sound lovely. Rick Telander does." (Frank Deford, National Public Radio, Sports Illustrated...2013-02-062h 35How to Stream Free Audiobook in Sports, OtherLike a Rose by Rick Telander | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Like a Rose
Author: Rick Telander
Narrator: Scott Thomsen
Format: Unabridged
Length: 2 hrs and 35 mins
Language: English
Release date: 02-06-13
Publisher: Audible Studios
Genres: Sports, Football
Summary:
"Football is, at heart, such a brutal, harsh game. Only someone who truly loves it and truly writes so very well can somehow make it sound lovely. Rick Telander does." (Frank Deford, National Public Radio, Sports Illustrated, HBO's Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel)
More than 30 years ago, acclaimed author and Chicago Sun-Times sports columnist Rick Telander was drafted out of Northwestern...2013-02-062h 35
Maya Akai PresentsStats & Stilettos 10/21/12 Show Podcast
Join Faruq, Maya & Thai each week talking about all the going downs in the world of sports. Tune into the Show that Elevates Sports Talk Radio.
This podcast talks Bears vs Lions Mond Night game preview as well asALL Week 7 NFL games outcomes with "Around The League" and MLB Postseason Action, NLCS Cardinals vs Giants
Episode Guest:
Rick Telander of the Chicago Sun- Times talking Bears
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Tracy Dildy, Head Coach of Division I Chicago State University Basketball Team discussing their upcoming season
Listen online @ www.blogtalkradio.com/statsandstilettos or via phone @ 310.807.5211
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The Broad Street LineRick Telander - Heaven Is A PlaygroundIn a special edition of The Broad Street Line, award-winning columnist Rick Telander (author of "Heaven Is A Playground") joins the show to give us his thoughts on Derrick Rose, Jay Cutler, and all things Chicago. Of course, we'll discuss the Grammys, and give you our thoughts on the NBA at the All-Star break. And as usual, we'll bring you your favorite segments such as Tweets of the Week, The Birthday man, and more... So come and take a ride on The Broad Street Line. Real. Fun. Sports.2011-02-162h 00The Broad Street LineRick Telander - Heaven Is A PlaygroundIn a special edition of The Broad Street Line, award-winning columnist Rick Telander (author of "Heaven Is A Playground") joins the show to give us his thoughts on Derrick Rose, Jay Cutler, and all things Chicago. Of course, we'll discuss the Grammys, and give you our thoughts on the NBA at the All-Star break. And as usual, we'll bring you your favorite segments such as Tweets of the Week, The Birthday man, and more... So come and take a ride on The Broad Street Line. Real. Fun. Sports.2011-02-162h 00