Bernstein & Holmes Show

Full Show — June 21, 2024

Was trading Alex Caruso to Thunder for Josh Giddey worth the risk for Bulls? (HOUR 1)

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes opened their show by breaking down the Bulls' trade of veteran guard Alex Caruso to the Thunder for 21-year-old point guard Josh Giddey. Was the deal worth the risk for the Bulls? Later, BetMGM Tonight host Trysta Krick joined the show to discuss the Bulls-Thunder trade and the latest NBA storylines.

MLB legend Reggie Jackson opens up about racism he faced in Birmingham (HOUR 2)

In the second hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to MLB legend Reggie Jackson's appearance during FOX's broadcast of the Cardinals-Giants game at historic Rickwood Field on Thursday. Jackson opened up about the racism he faced while playing in Birmingham. After that, BetQL Daily host Joe Ostrowski joined the show to discuss the American League and National League Rookie of the Year odds, Bears player props and the best way to wager on the Stanley Cup Final as the Pa...

Cody Westerlund talks Alex Caruso-Josh Giddey trade, concerns about Bulls' process (Hour 3)

In the final hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Score teammate Cody Westerlund to discuss the Bulls trading veteran guard Alex Caruso to the Thunder for 21-year-old guard Josh Giddey and what the deal means for the rest of Chicago's offseason. He also shared his concerns about the Bulls' process in their negotiations with the Thunder.  Later, Bernstein and Holmes listened and reacted to Cubs manager Craig Counsell's pregame press conference Friday in which he shared a hea...

Joe Ostrowski talks AL/NL Rookie of Year odds, Bears player props, Stanley Cup Final

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by BetQL Daily host Joe Ostrowski to discuss the American League and National League Rookie of the Year odds, Bears player props and the best way to wager on the Stanley Cup Final as the Panthers and Oilers head into Game 6.

MLB legend Reggie Jackson opens up about racism he faced in Birmingham

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to MLB legend Reggie Jackson's appearance during FOX's broadcast of the Cardinals-Giants game at historic Rickwood Field on Thursday. Jackson opened up about the racism he faced while playing in Birmingham.

Trysta Krick reacts to Bulls sending Alex Caruso to Thunder for Josh Giddey

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by BetMGM Tonight host Trysta Krick to discuss the Bulls sending two-time all-defensive guard Alex Caruso to the Thunder for 21-year-old point guard Josh Giddey.

Was trading Alex Caruso to Thunder for Josh Giddey worth risk for Bulls?

Was trading Alex Caruso to the Thunder for point guard Josh Giddey worth the risk for the Bulls?  Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes ponder the question.

Was trading Alex Caruso to Thunder for Josh Giddey worth the risk for Bulls?

Was trading veteran guard Alex Caruso to the Thunder for point guard Josh Giddey worth the risk for the Bulls? Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes pondered the question.

Cubs get good news on Ben Brown, set to host Mets | Fly the W

From 'Fly the W' (subscribe here): Crawly and Dustin Rhoades discuss the latest Cubs news and roster moves, with a focus on the upcoming Ryne Sandberg statue dedication ceremony, veteran catcher Yan Gomes being designated for assignment and rookie right-hander Ben Brown getting good news on the health front. They also preview the Cubs' upcoming series against the Mets. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abo...

Full Show — June 20, 2024

Kyle Hendricks puts on vintage performance in Cubs' 6-5 win over Giants (Hour 1)

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes opened their show by sharing their takeaways from veteran right-hander Kyle Hendricks' vintage performance in the Cubs' 6-5 win against the Giants on Wednesday at Wrigley Field. They then listened and reacted to Hendricks discuss the lessons he learned during his time in the club's bullpen. Later, Bernstein and Holmes discussed the effective game plan the Astros had for White Sox left-hander Garrett Crochet in a win Wednesday.

Clinton Yates remembers Willie Mays, talks MLB at Rickwood Field (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Clinton Yates of ESPN to discuss baseball icon Willie Mays' life and legacy, the MLB game set to be played between the Cardinals and Giants at historic Rickwood Field on Thursday evening and more. After that, Bernstein and Holmes questioned if the Bulls are trying to compete for the playoffs or create "dinner theatre." Later, during the daily High Noon segment, Holmes explained that he loves FX's "Clipped" because it's so b...

Matt Eberflus is winning over Dan Bernstein (Hour 3)

In the third hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes turned their attention to the Bears, with Bernstein explaining why head coach Matt Eberflus is winning him over. After that, Sox Machine podcast host Josh Nelson joined the show to discuss his White Sox trade deadline power rankings, potential targets for the club in the MLB Draft and general manager Chris Getz's absence from the MLB Draft Combine. Later, Bernstein and Holmes reacted to Marquee Sports Network analyst Jim Deshaies' hilariou...

Jason Lieser discusses Matt Eberflus' growth (Hour 4)

In the final hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Jason Lieser of the Sun-Times to discuss Bears head coach Matt Eberflus' growth as a face of the organization. After that, Negro Leagues Baseball Museum president Bob Kendrick joined the show to reflect on the life and legacy of MLB icon Willie Mays, who passed away earlier this week at 93. Later, Bernstein and Holmes discussed Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan joining rapper Kendrick Lamar on stage at the "Pop Out" concert in Los...

Transition | Lakers hire JJ Redick as new head coach

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Matt Spiegel and Ryan McGuffey for their daily transition segment, where they discussed the Lakers hiring JJ Redick as the team's new head coach, the ever-changing state of professional broadcast teams and more.

Jason Lieser discusses growth of Bears head coach Matt Eberflus

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Jason Lieser of the Sun-Times to discuss the growth of Bears head coach Matt Eberflus.

Jason Lieser discusses Bears head coach Matt Eberflus' growth

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Jason Lieser of the Sun-Times to discuss Bears head coach Matt Eberflus' growth as a face of the organization.

Josh Nelson shares his White Sox trade deadline power rankings

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Sox Machine podcast host Josh Nelson to discuss his White Sox trade deadline power rankings, potential targets for the club in the MLB Draft and general manager Chris Getz's absence from the MLB Draft Combine.

Matt Eberflus is winning over Dan Bernstein

Bears head coach Matt Eberflus is winning over the heart of Dan Bernstein, who explained the reason why to Laurence Holmes.

Is Bulls' goal to compete for playoffs or create 'dinner theatre'?

Is Bulls' goal to compete for playoffs or create "dinner theatre"? Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes pondered the question.

Clinton Yates remembers Willie Mays, talks MLB at Rickwood Field

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Clinton Yates of ESPN to discuss baseball icon Willie Mays' life and legacy, the MLB game set to be played between the Cardinals and Giants at historic Rickwood Field on Thursday evening and more.

Kyle Hendricks 'learned a ton' from his time in Cubs bullpen

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Cubs right-hander Kyle Hendricks discuss his time in the bullpen and his outstanding performance in his return to the rotation in Chicago's 6-5 win over the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday at Wrigley Field.

Kyle Hendricks puts on vintage performance in Cubs' 6-5 win over Giants

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes shared their takeaways from veteran right-hander Kyle Hendricks' vintage performance in the Cubs' 6-5 win over the Giants on Wednesday at Wrigley Field.

Full Show — June 19, 2024

Remembering baseball icon Willie Mays (Hour 1)

Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi opened their show by remembering baseball legend Willie Mays, who died Tuesday at the age of 93. Later, the group listened and reacted to White Sox general manager Chris Getz explain why he believes it's "tough to put an exact timetable" on when the club will be competitive.

Mike Florio talks expectations for Tom Brady on Fox, 'Sunday Ticket' lawsuit (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss expectations for Fox lead football analyst Tom Brady in his new role, the "Sunday Ticket" lawsuit filed against the NFL and more. After that, Bernstein, Holmes and Rahimi discussed Cubs reliever Keegan Thompson earning the save by throwing a scoreless ninth inning in the club's 5-2 win against the Giants on Tuesday. Bernstein believes the Cubs should keep experimenti...

Mike Florio talks expectations for Tom Brady on Fox, Sunday Ticket lawsuit (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes, and Leila Rahimi have a conversation with Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio about what he expects to hear from Tom Brady as a TV analyst. Later in the hour, the group discusses the fact Keegan Thompson was used to close the game against the Giants. Dan believes the team should keep experimenting with that role until they get it right.

Russ Dorsey talks legacy of Willie Mays, MLB media-rights ecosystem (Hour 3)

In the third hour, Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi were joined by Russell Dorsey of Yahoo Sports to discuss the life and legacy of Giants legend Willie Mays, who passed away Tuesday at 93. Later, the crew listened to Cubs manager Craig Counsell's comments about veteran catcher Yan Gomes being designated for assignment and right-hander Ben Brown's mysterious injury.

Cubs should keep closer experiment going after Keegan Thompson's first save

Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi discuss the fact Keegan Thompson was used to close the game against the Giants. Dan believes the team should keep experimenting with that role until they get it right.

Cubs should keep the closer experiment going after Keegan Thompson's first save

Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi discussed Cubs reliever Keegan Thompson earning the save by throwing a scoreless ninth inning in the club's 5-2 win against the Giants on Tuesday. Bernstein believes the Cubs should keep experimenting with who's used in that role until they get it right.

Mike Florio talks expectations for Tom Brady on Fox, 'Sunday Ticket' lawsuit

Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss expectations for Fox lead football analyst Tom Brady in his new role, the "Sunday Ticket" lawsuit filed against the NFL and more.

Mike Florio talks expectations for Tom Brady on Fox, Sunday Ticket lawsuit

Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi have their weekly conversation with Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio. Florio has thoughts on Tom Brady as a TV analyst and what's going on with the NFL Sunday Ticket lawsuit.

If Chris Getz believes White Sox won't be good for years, they need a 'fire sale'

Leila Rahimi explained why the White Sox need to have a "fire sale" by the trade deadline on July 30 if general manager Chris Getz can't put a timetable on when the club will be competitive.

White Sox GM Chris Getz: It’s tough to put 'exact timetable' on being competitive

Dan Bernstein, Laurence Holmes and Leila Rahimi listened and reacted to White Sox general manager Chris Getz explain why he believes it's "tough to put an exact timetable" on when the club will be competitive.

Proving Everybody Right | 'Queens of the Court'

From 'Queens of the Court' (Subscribe Here): On this episode of Queens of the Court, co-hosts Sheryl Swoopes and Jordan Robinson discuss the opening of WNBA All-Star voting, the budding rivalry between the Indiana Fever and Chicago Sky, and everything that is going right for the New York Liberty. If you have any questions for Sheryl and Jordan, you can send them to [email protected]. Please also rate and review Queens of the Court so more WNBA fans can find us! To learn more abou...

Full Show — June 18, 2024

Cubs suffer another collapse in 7-6 loss to Giants (Hour 1)

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes opened their show by reacting to the Cubs' collapse in their 7-6 loss to the Giants on Monday at Wrigley Field. They then listened and reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer discuss the club's struggles. Later, Bernstein and Holmes discussed how on-ball defense was the driving force behind the Celtics winning the NBA title this season.

What should Cubs do about Hector Neris? (Hour 2)

In the second hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes pondered what the Cubs should do with struggling closer Hector Neris. Cubs outfielder Ian Happ then made his weekly appearance on the show, discussing the pressure he feels amid the club's current struggles, the hitting conditions at Wrigley Field and more. Later, during the High Noon segment, producer Adam Studzinski shared his dismay over the arrival of koalas at the Brookfield Zoo.

Caleb Williams has changed the process of Bears coverage (Hour 3)

In the third hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes discussed how Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams has changed the process of covering the team. Audacy NBA insider Nick Friedell then joined the show to discuss the Celtics beating the Mavericks to win the NBA title, expectations for what the Bulls will do this offseason and more. Later, Bernstein and Holmes discussed the likelihood of the Bulls re-signing veteran forward DeMar DeRozan, who's set to become a free agent on June 30.

Will the Cubs be proactive ahead of the trade deadline? (Hour 4)

In the final hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes pondered whether the Cubs will be proactive ahead of the MLB trade deadline on July 30. James Fegan of Sox Machine then joined the show to discuss the looming decisions the White Sox have to make ahead of the trade deadline, the Astros' decision to release former White Sox slugger Jose Abreu and more. Later, Bernstein and Holmes listened and reacted to a mariachi band cover the song "Higher" by Creed at a recent Mets game. 

Transition | Remember when the Cubs non-tendered Kyle Schwarber?

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes were joined by Danny Parkins and Matt Spiegel for their daily transition segment, where they revisited the Cubs' decision to non-tender outfielder Kyle Schwarber in late 2020 and more.

Will the Cubs be proactive ahead of the trade deadline?

Will the Cubs be proactive ahead of the MLB trade deadline on July 30? Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes pondered the question.

Will the Cubs get proactive ahead of the July 30 trade deadline?

Will the Cubs be proactive ahead of the MLB trade deadline on July 30? Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes pondered the question.

Will the Bulls bring back DeMar DeRozan?

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes discussed the likelihood of the Bulls re-signing veteran forward DeMar DeRozan, who's set to become a free agent on June 30.

Caleb Williams has changed the process of Bears coverage

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes discussed how Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams has changed the process of covering the team.

Ian Happ talks pressure of Cubs' struggles, Wrigley Field hitting conditions

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes had their weekly conversation with Cubs outfielder Ian Happ, who discussed dealing with pressure amid the club's current struggles, the hitting conditions at Wrigley Field and more.

What should Cubs do about Hector Neris?

What should the Cubs do with struggling closer Hector Neris? Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes pondered the question.

Who do the Cubs think they are?

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes listened and reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer discuss the club's struggles.

Cubs suffer another collapse in 7-6 loss to Giants

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes reacted to the Cubs' collapse in their 7-6 loss to the Giants on Monday at Wrigley Field.