Best Dan McNeil Podcasts (2024)

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Bears QB Tyson Bagent on His NFL Aspirations & Working with Caleb Williams 24:05

2h ago24:05

24:05

Dan McNeil welcomes Bears QB Tyson Bagent to discuss his promising young NFL career. After taking over for Justin Fields last season, Bagent proved his worth -- but the arrival of Caleb Williams could complicate matters.By BetRivers Network

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How to Talk to White People about Race 53:57

4h ago53:57

53:57

We are nearing 100 episodes! Let me know what you'd like to hear or see more of on the Footnotes podcast. Email: info@jemartisby.com Please leave me a review! The last new review was July 2023! I'd be glad to read yours on the next episode. You're hearing from Rev. Dr. Jennifer Harvey about her latest book "Antiracism as Daily Practice: Refuse Sham…

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Jerry Angelo on Hester, Cutler, Peppers & His Days in Chicago 32:21

4d ago32:21

32:21

Danny Mac is joined by Jerry Angelo, who worked as Bears GM from 2001-2011. Angelo shares memories of scouting & drafting Devin Hester, signing Julius Peppers, and trading for Jay Cutler. He also discusses the challenges of winning without a franchise QB.By BetRivers Network

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Jarrett Payton on Bears' Potential Firepower, Caleb Williams & Steve McMichael's Battle 28:10

10d ago28:10

28:10

WGN Sports Reporter Jarrett Payton joins Danny Mac to discuss the excitement surrounding the upcoming Bears season thanks to some key changes made by GM Ryan Poles this offseason. Payton, the son of Bears icon Walter, also weighs in on Caleb Williams's promising future and Bears Hall of Famer Steve McMichael and his battle with ALS.…

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Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor 1:10:13

17d ago1:10:13

1:10:13

Author interview!!! Caleb Cambpell has written a book you've probably been waiting for... It's called "Disarming Leviathan: Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor." At one point in his young life, Caleb Campbell was an avowed white supremacist. Then through a series of experiences he followed Jesus and has turned his energies toward discipling …

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The Hall Calls: Jeremy Roenick on 2024 NHL HOF Induction 21:49

15d ago21:49

21:49

Danny Mac is joined by former Chicago Blackhawk Jeremy Roenick, the newest member of the NHL Hall of Fame. Roenick discusses his toughness on the ice, some off-ice controversies, the ending of his tenure in Chicago, and some of his best memories in the Windy City.By BetRivers Network

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Baptizing America with Rev. Dr. Brian Kaylor 1:05:01

19d ago1:05:01

1:05:01

We often frame the white Christian nationalism as a problem exclusively of far-right, fundamentalist evangelicalism. What we talk much less about is mainline Protestants and how they have contributed to the rise of Christian nationalism from the 1940s to the present. I talk with Rev. Dr. Brian Kaylor about the book he co-authored called, Baptizing …

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Rodney Peete on Caleb Williams: Is He the Next Mahomes? 23:32

17d ago23:32

23:32

Danny Mac is joined by former USC and NFL quarterback Rodney Peete to discuss Bears rookie Caleb Williams. Will this young phenom finally provide the offensive firepower the Bears desperately need? Plus, thoughts on the importance of social media restraint, the challenges of autism, and more.By BetRivers Network

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Kalen DeBoer on Rome Odunze, Caleb Williams, & Life as Alabama's Figurehead 18:15

24d ago18:15

18:15

Danny Mac welcomes current Alabama Head Football Coach Kalen DeBoer to discuss his experiences in Tuscaloosa thus far and what it's like following in the footsteps of Nick Saban. DeBoer also touches on his experience coaching Rome Odunze in college and battling against Caleb Williams at USC.By BetRivers Network

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The History and Significance of Juneteenth 56:56

1M ago56:56

56:56

Juneteenth became a national holiday in 2021. While many African Americans have celebrated the holiday for decades, many other people know little about it. In this teach-in Dr. Jemar Tisby--a historian, professor, and bestselling author--talks about the history of Juneteenth and describes its importance in the life of the nation. In this video you …

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Mark Carrier on Bears' Secondary, Caleb's Maturity, & Playing in Chicago 16:49

1M ago16:49

16:49

Danny Mac is joined by former USC and Chicago Bears defensive back Mark Carrier. Mac and Carrier discuss Caleb Williams' USC career and the maturity he showed in college. Mark explains what it is like to play in a big city like Chicago as a rookie and gives his thoughts on the current Bears secondary.…

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Warren Moon on Bears' Offensive Weapons & Caleb Williams 19:48

1M ago19:48

19:48

Danny Mac welcomes former NFL QB Warren Moon to discuss the Chicago Bears' potential this upcoming season. Rookie Caleb Williams will have agile WR targets in Keenan Allen, DJ Moore, and other downfield weapons -- will it be enough to help Chicago make the playoffs?By BetRivers Network

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Kurt Warner on Caleb Williams & Those 3 Missed Bears Tryouts 19:59

2M ago19:59

19:59

Super Bowl Champion Quarterback Kurt Warner joins Danny Mac to chat about Caleb Williams' potential to turn things around for the Bears. Plus, Kurt shares a wild story about how he almost played for Chicago during his rollercoaster career.By BetRivers Network

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Empowered to Repair: A Conversation with Brenda Salter-McNeil 53:38

2M ago53:38

53:38

Dr. Jemar interviews Rev. Dr. Brenda Salter-McNeil about her latest book "Empowered to Repair: Becoming People Who Mend Broken Systems and Heal Our Communities." Dr. Brenda is a professor of Reconciliation Studies, a program she founded, at Seattle Pacific University. She is also a pastor and has been doing racial reconciliation work for decades. W…

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Reparations for Black Mental Health Counselors 1:05:26

2M ago1:05:26

1:05:26

In my second book, How to Fight Racism, I wrote a section called "Create a Pipeline of Mental Health Therapists of Color." In it I suggested that "you or your church could contribute to scholarship funds for people of color interested in getting trained in mental health and therapy." Well, a group actually did this and formed the Black Mental Healt…

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Erik Kramer on Caleb Williams & The Bears' Big Dreams 24:20

2M ago24:20

24:20

Former Bears QB Erik Kramer joins Danny Mac to discuss the new look Chicago Bears. Kramer gives his thoughts on Caleb Williams, the Bears' new offensive weapons, and the 2024 NFL Draft. Plus, Kramer and Mac try to predict the NFC North standings.By BetRivers Network

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Reacting to the Detroit Lions 2024 Schedule 23:44

2M ago23:44

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Bears 2024 Schedule Reaction 16:17

2M ago16:17

16:17

Danny Mac breaks down the Chicago Bears' 2024 schedule and discusses the significance of starting strong, particularly with all 6 division games scheduled in the final 8 weeks. Mac analyzes the Bears' projected win total and shares his NFC North projections.By BetRivers Network

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Emergency Pod: Reacting to Jared Goff's Mega Contract Extension 16:49

2M ago16:49

16:49

Jared Goff cashes in BIG TIME to become the second highest paid QB in the NFL.By Bleav

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Jim McMahon Looks Back on His Days in Chicago 25:25

2M ago25:25

25:25

Danny Mac is joined by Bears Super Bowl-winning QB Jim McMahon. The two reminisce on McMahon's days in Chicago, his relationship with Mike Ditka, remembering the late Bob Avellini, & the typical Chicago run-heavy playstyle. McMahon also touches on the importance of a strong offensive line for rookie QB Caleb Williams.…

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Pete Bercich on Vikings Draft & New Look NFC North 26:47

2M ago26:47

26:47

Danny Mac is joined by Pete Bercich, former Vikings linebacker and current Vikings radio analyst, to discuss the Vikings' draft. They also discuss new Vikings QB JJ McCarthy and the new-look NFC North, which could be one of the toughest divisions in football.By BetRivers Network

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"The Exvangelicals": An Interview with NPR Reporter Sarah McCammon 56:54

3M ago56:54

56:54

There is a movement of people who grew up in evangelical Christianity out of those circles. These are ex-evangelicals or "exvangelicals." Now Sarah McCammon, a politics reporter for NPR, has given us the first book-length treatment of this movement and the individuals within it. In this interview we talk about her very evangelical upbringing (and w…

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Full Detroit Lions 2024 Draft Breakdown 39:33

3M ago39:33

39:33

A full breakdown and recap of every Detroit Lions move of the 2024 NFL Draft, including: Terrion Arnold, Cornerback, Alabama Ennis Rakestraw, Cornerback, Missouri What the Lions Secondary Will Look Like in 2024 Giovanni Manu, Offensive Lineman, British Columbia Sione Vaki, Running Back / Safety / Special Teamer, Utah Why Did the Lions Trade 2025 Pi…

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Matt Bowen & Danny Mac Analyze the Bears Draft 21:47

3M ago21:47

21:47

Matt Bowen and Danny Mac reflect on the Bears choices to go hard into offense in the first round of the NFL Draft.By BetRivers Network

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Terrion Arnold to the Detroit Lions Reaction 19:02

3M ago19:02

19:02

Reacting to the Detroit Lions selection of Alabama CB Terrion ArnoldBy Bleav

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Bears Draft Reaction: A Live Arm & A Wide-Receiving Trio 17:03

3M ago17:03

17:03

This is going to be a thing: Offense - in Chicago. Should the Bears have taken a offensive lineman instead of a wide receiver with the second first-round pick? Danny Mac gives his instant reaction to the Bears draft night.By BetRivers Network

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EMERGENCY POD: Amon-Ra St. Brown & Penei Sewell Get PAID 22:33

3M ago22:33

22:33

BREAKING: Amon-Ra St. Brown is the highest paid WR in football, and Penei Sewell is the highest paid OL in football. Jack Cavanagh breaks down why the Detroit Lions were correct to sign their stars early, as well as what's next ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft!By Bleav

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Bears Draft Preview with Tom Thayer 21:09

3M ago21:09

21:09

Danny Mac is joined by 1985 Super Bowl Champion Bears lineman, Tom Thayer, to talk everything Bears-related ahead of the NFL Draft. Mac & Thayer discuss whether last year's trade with the Panthers was the best in franchise history and what Chicago should do with the 9th overall pick this year.By BetRivers Network

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Is the Detroit Media Too Negative? Lions Locked in on CB in Draft? 19:03

3M ago19:03

19:03

Jack Cavanagh Breaks Down: Jared Goff on Media Negativity Jared Goff's New Contract Detroit Lions New Uniforms Pre-Draft Visits Brad Holmes Loves Alabama Terrion Arnold, Kool-Aid McKinstrey visit Lions and more!By Bleav

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Andrew Marchand on the State of NFL Media 17:58

3M ago17:58

17:58

Danny Mac welcomes Andrew Marchand of The Athletic to discuss recent headlines in sports media. They break down the state of NFL Network and ESPN and touch on which big names could be next in line in NFL media, including Jason Kelce, Matt Ryan, and more.By BetRivers Network

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Ryan Dempster on Cubs' 2024 Potential 33:05

4M ago33:05

33:05

Danny Mac is joined by former Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Ryan Dempster. They break down the differences between today's starting pitchers and recount Dempster's experience playing with Carlos Zambrano. Dempster also offers his outlook for the 2024 Cubs.By BetRivers Network

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Glover Quin's Reaction to the Detroit Lions Offseason 36:00

4M ago36:00

36:00

Detroit Lions All-Pro Safety Glover Quin breaks down: Detroit Lions 2024 Offseason Lions Additions of Carlton Davis, DJ Reader, and Marcus Davenport The Safety Market in Free Agency Justin Fields Trade And more!By Bleav

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Brian Urlacher on Bears QB Drama & That #1 Draft Pick 27:36

4M ago27:36

27:36

Danny Mac welcomes legendary Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher to discuss the Justin Fields trade and the expectations for potential #1 draft pick Caleb Williams. Urlacher also touches on his days in Chicago, his relationship with Jay Cutler, and Hall of Famer Devin Hester.By BetRivers Network

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Breaking Down the Bears' Offseason 27:37

4M ago27:37

27:37

Join Danny Mac as he evaluates the Chicago Bears' offseason. Mac talks about the additions of Keenan Allen, D'Andre Swift, and Kevin Byard. He also looks back on Justin Fields' career in Chicago and why it ultimately had to end.By BetRivers Network

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Merril Hoge on Bears Draft Excitement 23:52

4M ago23:52

23:52

Dan McNeil welcomes former NFL running back Merril Hoge to discuss the suspense around the Bears' #1 draft pick options. Hoge offers his thoughts on the player evaluation process and how important it is to find the right talent for the right team. Would Caleb Williams be at home in ChicagoBy BetRivers Network

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Detroit Lions Free Agency Recap 2024 27:33

4M ago27:33

27:33

Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell are off to another stellar offseason. Jack Cavanagh breaks down: Brad Holmes Contract Extension Dan Campbell Contract Extension Carlton Davis Trade Graham Glasgow Re-signing Amik Robertson Signing Marcus Davenport signing DJ Reader Visiting Arik Armstead Coming Next? CJGJ and Jonah Jackson Walk and more!…

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NFL Free Agency Moves: Bears Sign D'Andre Swift 25:33

4M ago25:33

25:33

Dan McNeil recaps the latest in NFL free agency, including recent Bears moves and Kirk Cousins' shift to Atlanta.By BetRivers Network

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Dave Toub Talks Devin Hester, Chiefs Super Bowl, & Taylor Swift 21:17

5M ago21:17

21:17

Danny Mac is joined by the Chiefs' Special Teams Coordinator, Dave Toub. Toub shares memories of coaching Hall of Famer Devin Hester and what made him such a special player for the Bears. They also discuss the critical role special teams played in this year's Super Bowl, and how the Chiefs tried to deal with the added media attention from Taylor Sw…

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What do the Detroit Lions do at CB? 19:22

4M ago19:22

19:22

Cornerback is the Detroit Lions top need this offseason. How do Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell tackle their biggest weakness? Jack Cavanagh talks Jerry Jacobs Leaving? Emmanuel Moseley Returns Darious Williams Most Likely? Trading for L'Jarius Snead? Trading for Marshon Lattimore?By Bleav

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Chicago Crossroads: Bears' Biggest Priorities 18:04

5M ago18:04

18:04

Join Danny Mac as he discusses some decisions the Bears will have to make ahead of the start of the 2024 NFL calendar next week. He chimes in on the decision to franchise tag star cornerback Jaylon Johnson, the recent trade to acquire OL Ryan Bates from Buffalo, and the choice they may face between a star WR/TE or OL at the #9 draft pick.…

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Bears Ponder Prospects as NFL Combine Begins 24:03

5M ago24:03

24:03

Dan McNeil discusses the players who are looking to make their mark at the 2024 NFL Combine. Will the Bears find a prospect -- like Caleb Williams -- who might alter their draft strategy?By BetRivers Network

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Bears Anticipate Titillating 2024 Draft Possibilities 22:27

5M ago22:27

22:27

Join Danny Mac as he takes a deeper dive into the Bears' 2024 NFL Draft strategies. Mac talks about the possibilities of trading down, choosing a QB, adding a WR, and what the team needs the most to succeed this fall.By BetRivers Network

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Bears Face Critical Decisions this NFL Offseason 18:00

5M ago18:00

18:00

Join Danny Mac as he previews the many decisions that the Bears will be facing this offseason. Mac discusses what to do with Justin Fields, the #1 overall pick, and roughly $70 million in cap space.By BetRivers Network

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