Dan Bernstein Unfiltered is where Chicago sports gets told straight — no filters, no filler. After nearly three decades on Chicago radio, Dan’s back with longtime executive producer Matt Abbatacola at his side, ready to break down the stories that actually matter.From the highs and lows of the Chicago Bears, Bulls, Cubs, White Sox, and Blackhawks to the biggest headlines across the sports world, nothing’s off-limits. Expect sharp takes, smart debate, and the kind of unflinching honesty Chicago fans have always known Dan for — with Matt chiming in when it counts.New episodes drop every weekday morning.
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Why most NFL Midseason trades don't matter
Dan Bernstein is here to challenge one of the NFL's favorite myths: the idea that a midseason trade is the answer to a team's problems.
0:00 NFL Midseason trades aren't
Oct 28 1 h 25 min
The White Sox moving on from John Schriffen isn’t worth celebrating
Dan Bernstein reacts to the White Sox moving on from John Schriffen, reflects on the departure of Jason Benetti, and discusses what’s next for the team’s TV booth. Plus,
Oct 27 57 min
The Bears have their work cut out for them
The Bears face a major test against a surging Seahawks team, and Dan Bernstein breaks down what Chicago needs to do to keep up. Plus, why the Bulls may have found somethi
Oct 26 56 min
Don't take Caleb Williams for granted
After a thrilling win over the Patriots, Dan Bernstein takes a step back and delivers a message to Bears fans: appreciate what you're watching from Caleb Williams.
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Oct 23 1 h 27 min
Who are these Chicago Bears, really?
Dan Bernstein circles tonight's Bears-Patriots matchup as a defining moment in the Bears' season.
0:00 Chicago Bears - who are they?
17:00 The Bulls are bad
23:00 Stac
Oct 22 58 min
The Chicago Bears passing game has questions and Caleb isn't one of them
Dan Bernstein dives into the Bears’ passing attack and asks the big questions: Where are the explosive plays, and where are the touchdowns?
0:00 Bears passing game - pr
Oct 21 59 min
Caleb Williams, Drake Maye and the 2024 QB Debate
Dan Bernstein looks ahead to Thursday Night Football as Caleb Williams and the Bears host Drake Maye and the Patriots.
0:00 Caleb Williams and Drake Maye
6:00 Get crea
Oct 20 1 h 07 min
Caleb Williams returns from injury / Chicago Bears WIN
Dan Bernstein makes it clear: Caleb Williams returned from injury and played at a high level for one simple reason; he's the Bears' best quarterback.
0:00 Caleb William
Oct 19 58 min
Chicago Bears failed Caleb Williams
Dan Bernstein takes aim at the Bears' decision-makers following Caleb Williams' revealing press conference.
0:00 The Bears failed their quarterback
37:00 Milwaukee Bre
Oct 16 1 h 13 min
Why the Chicago Bears need this one in Atlanta
After a frustrating loss in Green Bay, the Bears head to Atlanta needing more than just a win. While Sunday's matchup won't determine playoff fate or anyone's job securit
Oct 15 53 min
JB Pritzker says Chicago Bears stadium deal in Illinois is near
Dan Bernstein reacts to what Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said during his appearance on WTTW's Chicago Tonight: The Week in Review, where he suggested a deal could come toge
Oct 14 1 h 07 min
How does Ben Johnson get his groove back?
After a humbling loss to their biggest rivals, Dan Bernstein asks the big question: How does Ben Johnson respond?
0:00 How does Ben Johnson respond?
17:00 Ben's halfti
Oct 13 1 h 01 min
What the Chicago Bears LOSS to Green Bay revealed
Dan Bernstein reacts to the Bears' loss to the Packers and explains the hard truths the game revealed about this team.
0:00 Chicago Bears loss to Green Bay - what we le
Oct 12 1 h 01 min
Chicago White Sox: heading back to Cleveland for Game 5
Dan Bernstein recaps Game 4 of the White Sox-Cleveland series as Chicago's sloppy play allows Cleveland to head back home with the series tied, setting up a decisive Game
Oct 9 1 h 16 min
Can Tyson Bagent deliver big plays?
Dan Bernstein asks a simple question: Can Tyson Bagent deliver explosive plays?
0:00 Can Bagent deliver for Ben's offense?
17:30 White Sox game 3 reaction
23:00 Why is
Oct 8 59 min
How self-aware are White Sox fans right now?
Dan Bernstein examines the sheer improbability of the White Sox' playoff run and asks an important question: just how self-aware is the fan base right now?
0:00 The Whi
Oct 7 1 h 00 min
Will a Chicago Bears blowout get Packers coaches fired?
Dan Bernstein takes aim once again at Packers head coach Matt LaFleur and asks a provocative question: if Ben Johnson and the Bears roll into Lambeau Field and dominate G
Oct 6 1 h 03 min
Resetting Expectations: The Chicago Bears can win a Super Bowl
After a 3-1 start to the season, Dan Bernstein believes it's time to reset expectations for the Chicago Bears. Even with Caleb Williams missing two of those victories, th
Oct 5 56 min
Chicago Bears move to Arlington Heights gains momentum after Pritzker, Pat Ryan and Goodell meeting
Dan Bernstein breaks down the latest developments in the Bears' ongoing stadium pursuit as Governor J.B. Pritzker, Bears minority owner Pat Ryan, NFL commissioner Roger G
Oct 2 1 h 02 min
Chicago Cubs Eliminated in Embarrassing Fashion
Dan Bernstein unloads on the Cubs after their embarrassing NL Wild Card exit, getting swept by the Padres in a series that saw Chicago's offense disappear at the worst po
Oct 1 58 min
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A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.
DBU shows why podcasting is the perfect medium for all of your favorite radio personalities. Dan and Matt can now be themselves in the best way possible: talking sports without the distraction of useless callers, going “off-topic” without corporate guardrails blunting their passion, being themselves without oppressive sponsorships (or the FCC) directing their every word. If you were a fan of their work on The Score, this is the show you wish their midday show was.
KCM Eric · Feb 2026
This show exemplifies why I have fallen in love with the podcast form as terrestrial radio shuffles gently into that good night. I count Dan’s dismissal from The Score among my darkest days wrt my access to funny, smart content that shares my ethos. This is up there with the best work of Dan’s career, and I’ve been a P1 of his shows since 2002. (Full disclosure: having Matty and Team Lodge references back in my life may be producing a halo effect here, so please take my thoughts with an appropriately sized drain of salt!)
The Ka Tet of Nineteen · Dec 2025
Just wanted to say how thoroughly I enjoy the show. I’m impressed by your combination of fire and passion and John Dewan-like encyclopedic knowledge of analytics regarding Chicago sports. My beef with other Chicago sports shows, is they do not have the tools or stats to entertain listeners week in and week out. In addition, you both are the ultimate team players. I predict this show will be at the top of the charts very soon, and I mean it.
Strangles The Clown · Nov 2025
I am loving this pod so far! I was a B&B listener in college, about 2009 to Terry’s retirement. I didn’t know how much I missed the show till I heard Dan and Matty back together. It’s my new go-to for commuting home…sometimes I can’t wait till then and I start it over lunch.
Shishkaboss · Sep 2025
There is such good stuff here when it comes to sports, but not sure why these smart people could think anyone wants to hear about their children’s pedantic sports achievements or what fish they most recently caught. Here for the intelligent sports takes but the rest is just tired narcissism.
#DJR · Mar 2026
Gambling advocacy with occasional sports conversation. Would listen regularly with a subscription option that eliminated commercials, in-show ad reads and sponsored content masquerading as organic banter between hosts.
JoelPrz · Nov 2025
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