The Official Sports Talk Radio Thread

[spiker]

Waits for Senser to come in and bag on Boers and Bernstein.

:shifty:

You can bag on Boers but not Bernstein. Terry Boers is a fucktard. He doesn't have any of his own thoughts, you can tell he never really preps, and he's singlehandedly fucking that show up. My favorite shows are when Boers takes a vacation and Jason Goff fills in. Bernstein and Goff gel together nicely.

 

[spiker]

Its terrible!

I like it when they interview guests or talk NBA basketball, but they are clueless about all other topics and they aren't funny at all.
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Bernstein knows basketball but he doesn't have anyone to talk with. A few weeks ago a high school basketball coach called in and they were discussing the nuances of a motion offense and Bernstein was right there with him while Boers was picking his nose and trying to interject clever quips.

 

[Senser81]

You can bag on Boers but not Bernstein. Terry Boers is a fucktard. He doesn't have any of his own thoughts, you can tell he never really preps, and he's singlehandedly fucking that show up. My favorite shows are when Boers takes a vacation and Jason Goff fills in. Bernstein and Goff gel together nicely.

Boers reminds me of Lou Pinella's tenure with the Cubs...its like he's one step away from retirement, but he'll keep taking money until someone tells him to quit.

 

[spiker]

Boers reminds me of Lou Pinella's tenure with the Cubs...its like he's one step away from retirement, but he'll keep taking money until someone tells him to quit.

That's a good analogy.

 

[FedEx227]

Boers reminds me of Lou Pinella's tenure with the Cubs...its like he's one step away from retirement, but he'll keep taking money until someone tells him to quit.

Definitely true and most notable last week when Bernstein was with Goff and Holmes throughout the week. It's just an all around better show without Boers. I use to really like him but it's fairly obvious he's checked out (hell he does the show from his house regularly).

 

[Warner2BruceTD]

For an industry that started to boom almost 25-30 years ago, sports talk radio sure has a lot of untalented hacks drawing paychecks.

 

[Senser81]

For an industry that started to boom almost 25-30 years ago, sports talk radio sure has a lot of untalented hacks drawing paychecks.

So true. I just don't understand how no new blood can break into the industry. Chicago is arguably the greatest sports town in the nation, and we have people like Dan McNeal who have been fired from every job they had yet they are still on the air. A few years ago, fricking Sean Salisbury had a radio show here in Chicago (it was horrendous, and Salisbury was sent packing after a couple weeks). I think thats why Mike & Mike's numbers are so strong in Chicago...people would rather listen to Joaquin's annoying mash-ups than a Chicago sports radio guy.

 

[spiker]

The Score has new blood coming in every so often. There's only so many on-air spots to fill is the problem. Matt Spiegel is under 30 but I personally don't like him too much because he is McNeil's parrot, kind of like how Boers is Bernstein's parrot. Goff and Holmes are both under 30 and their both really good.

 

[Rayman]

For an industry that started to boom almost 25-30 years ago, sports talk radio sure has a lot of untalented hacks drawing paychecks.

You ain't lyin

 

[FirstTimer]

So true. I just don't understand how no new blood can break into the industry. Chicago is arguably the greatest sports town in the nation, and we have people like Dan McNeal who have been fired from every job they had yet they are still on the air. A few years ago, fricking Sean Salisbury had a radio show here in Chicago (it was horrendous, and Salisbury was sent packing after a couple weeks). I think thats why Mike & Mike's numbers are so strong in Chicago...people would rather listen to Joaquin's annoying mash-ups than a Chicago sports radio guy.

Bernstein and Goff do a great show.

Abbatacola isn't bad.

Lawrence Holmes is terrible. The "Me" show is basically Holmes admitting he doesn't know how to drive content for a show so it ends up being a mangled mess.

I agree you can tell Boers has just given up. I still like Bernstein most of the time. When he does shows with Goff, Goff tends to keep him in checka bit more and will challenge him on some things. Same with Matty.

Mully and Hanley are "meh" at best.

I agree with Senser though, for being such a great sports town the sports talk in Chicago is awful. For God sakes, Mike North and Mike Murphy used to occupy the first 8 hours of the day.

 

[spiker]

"Monsters and Money in the Morning" with Dan Jiggets LOL. North was investigated by the SEC for some shady financial dealings. Perfect guy to be handing out financial advice.

 

[strahanfan92]

Francessa is a pompous know it all jackass who is very knowledgeable though

Mike Francesa is a pompous, arrogant, asshole...but he's the best by a mile.

Yup, same page.


Since you mentioned Chris Russo, does anyone listen to him (Mad Dog) on Sirius? I've caught him once or twice since he left and just curious how he is doing.. Really hope him and mike hook up again.

 

[Berowsk]

All I listen to are Scotty Ferrall (on Stern 101) and occasionally Mad Dog Russo... both on Sirius. Scott's show is by far the best sports show, IMO. He has great guests and you learn a bunch, but it's a Stern kinda show. Callers will call in saying "Scottty what's up you fag, give me a bong rip" and they'll play a bong ripping sound. They also play music behind, which makes the show go by so fast, especially when the show slows down.

I may also be biased for Scott since he went to IU. Maybe.

 

[Senser81]

Bernstein and Goff do a great show.

Abbatacola isn't bad.

Lawrence Holmes is terrible. The "Me" show is basically Holmes admitting he doesn't know how to drive content for a show so it ends up being a mangled mess.

I agree you can tell Boers has just given up. I still like Bernstein most of the time. When he does shows with Goff, Goff tends to keep him in checka bit more and will challenge him on some things. Same with Matty.

Mully and Hanley are "meh" at best.

I agree with Senser though, for being such a great sports town the sports talk in Chicago is awful. For God sakes, Mike North and Mike Murphy used to occupy the first 8 hours of the day.

Who is the guy from 670 that comes on B&B to give Chicago Bears updates? That guy is a complete moron. He is like Tim McCarver...it takes him forever to get to his point, and his point is always something like "I talked to Lovie Smith, and he was concerned with the pass protection in that Giants game". I can't tell if B&B are making fun of the guy when he comes on...where do they find these people?

 

[strahanfan92]

All I listen to are Scotty Ferrall (on Stern 101) and occasionally Mad Dog Russo... both on Sirius. Scott's show is by far the best sports show. He has great guests and you learn a bunch, but it's a Stern kinda show. Callers will call in saying "Scottty what's up you fag, give me a bong rip" and they'll play a bong ripping sound. They also play music behind, which makes the show go by so fast, especially when the show slows down.

I may also be biased for Scott since he went to IU. Maybe.

Can't stand his voice. He's a very passionate fan though.

 

[Berowsk]

Can't stand his voice. He's a very passionate fan though.

Yeah I disliked his show the first few times because of his voice. When I learned he was an IU alum, I gave it another try and loved it. He also has some great stories with some athletes and they'll tell them together. He actually goes out and parties or goes to fights with many of his athlete friends. He talks about some NHLers like they're his good friends. I think I remember a good story with him and Ryan Clowe. He's also good friends with all of the MMA fighters.

Instead of pure analysis like most shows, he gives his listeners the opportunity to see what an athlete's life is really like. He also openly talks about his occasional cocaine use and personal life. Very much like the Stern show.

 

[spiker]

Who is the guy from 670 that comes on B&B to give Chicago Bears updates? That guy is a complete moron. He is like Tim McCarver...it takes him forever to get to his point, and his point is always something like "I talked to Lovie Smith, and he was concerned with the pass protection in that Giants game". I can't tell if B&B are making fun of the guy when he comes on...where do they find these people?

Zack Zaidman.

 

[FirstTimer]

Who is the guy from 670 that comes on B&B to give Chicago Bears updates? That guy is a complete moron. He is like Tim McCarver...it takes him forever to get to his point, and his point is always something like "I talked to Lovie Smith, and he was concerned with the pass protection in that Giants game". I can't tell if B&B are making fun of the guy when he comes on...where do they find these people?

Zack Zaidman.

Him. Holmes gives updates too.

Zaidman has the more monotone voice and does the DePaul basketball play by play.

 

[Rayman]

Yup, same page.


Since you mentioned Chris Russo, does anyone listen to him (Mad Dog) on Sirius? I've caught him once or twice since he left and just curious how he is doing.. Really hope him and mike hook up again.

He's alright on his own. I don't see him and Francesa ever reuniting fully...maybe a guest hit here or there in the future.

 

[strahanfan92]