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EZ, Smoke and the GM Podcast

124 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratings

The EZ, Smoke & The GM Podcast is hosted by three highly opinionated Chicago sports fans. We dive in on all topics regarding the world of sports with a slight emphasis on the Chicago Sports Scene. Two of the hosts, Ezra McCann (EZ) & Glynn Morgan (The GM) have worked in the Chicago sports media for 20+ years. Brandon Williams (Smoke) is a former college baseball player and currently coaches baseball at the elite youth level.

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Episode 123: Women's & Men's College Basketball Championships

April 08, 2024 05:26 - 1 hour - 169 MB

On this week’s edition of the podcast we recap the Women’s NCAA Championship as South Carolina took down Caitlin Clark and Iowa. We give our thoughts on what the future of women’s college hoops will bring. We also preview the Men’s NCAA Championship as defending champ UConn will face Purdue. Plus we discuss the NBA future of Purdue two time National Player of the Year Zach Edey. And we’re just 3 weeks from the NFL Draft. We look latest on the Bears and Caleb Williams. Are the Bears all in on...

Episode 122: Justin Fields Traded To Pittsburgh

March 18, 2024 05:13 - 1 hour - 156 MB

Justin Fields has been traded. The QB we thought had a bright future for the Bears was sent to Pittsburgh for a 6th round pick. We spend the entire episode venting about the trade we hoped wouldn’t happen. 

Episode 121: NFL Combine Week

March 04, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 157 MB

NFL Combine week has come and gone. We discuss the latest happenings with the Bears, Caleb Williams and Justin Fields. Which way is Ryan Poles leaning with the #1 pick? And is Caleb Williams the future or is it another QB prospect in the draft. And Mad Dog Russo gave his top 5 toughest sports on First Take this week. We discuss our Top 5. 

Episode 120: Apathetic Fanbase

February 26, 2024 07:22 - 1 hour - 181 MB

On this episode we continue the discussion of what the Bears should do with the #1 pick in the draft. Should they take Caleb Williams, trade the pick and keep Justin Fields, or how about taking Marvin Harrison Jr? We go over all the scenarios. Glynn tells us who the Bears should pay close attention to at this week’s NFL Combine. We look back on the disater that was NBA All Star Weekend. And have the state of the Chicago pro sports teams created an apathetic fanbase? 

Episode 119: The Meddling Media

February 08, 2024 06:37 - 1 hour - 182 MB

On this edition of the EZ Smoke and the GM Podcast we look back at the fallout of Colin Cowherd telling the world that USC QB Caleb Williams does not want to play for the Bears and then walking it back the next day. Is Ryan Poles's draft situation with the #1 pick the toughest one in NFL history? It looks like 3 Bears are headed to the Hall of Fame and we give our picks on the Super Bowl. 

Episode 118: Championship Sunday Recap

January 30, 2024 06:36 - 1 hour - 114 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we recap Championship Sunday in the NFL as Kansas City and San Francisco are heading to the Super Bowl. We look at what went wrong with the Ravens and Lions and look ahead to the big game in just under 2 weeks.        #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA  

Episode 117: Bears Hire New OC

January 24, 2024 06:38 - 1 hour - 121 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast the Bears reportedly hired Shane Waldron as their new offensive coordinator. We give our thoughts on the hire. We recap last weekend’s NFL Divisional Playoff Round and look ahead to the conference title games. We discuss Milwaukee’s firing of head coach Adrian Griffin. And take a look at the latest baseball hall of fame class.        #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA

Episode 116: The Future Starts Now

January 10, 2024 06:46 - 1 hour - 203 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we have a passionate conversation about what the Bears will do this offseason. We discuss the futures of Justin Fields, Matt Eberflus, Luke Getsy, Ryan Poles and many more. We evaluate what the team's needs are and we answer the question of what if the Bears draft Caleb Williams. Coach Smoke discusses the Jameis Winston victory formation situation in New Orleans. And we recap the College Football National Championship Game as Michigan wins t...

Episode 115: Fields, Flus and Getsy

January 04, 2024 06:57 - 1 hour - 164 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we gives the reasons why Justin Fields will be back with the Bears in 2024 and why the national media seems to want the Bears to trade him. We also give our thoughts on the futures of Head Coach Matt Eberflus and Offensive Coordinator Luke Getsy. And we recap the CFB semi-finals and give our picks for the National Championship Game.        #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA

Episode 114: Bears Coaches Take A Step Back

December 19, 2023 07:33 - 1 hour - 164 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we talk ourselves through the Bears’ demoralizing loss to the Cleveland Browns. We figure out what went wrong. We discuss our issues with the coaching staff and players and give an objective look at QB Justin Fields. We also delve in on the war of words between ESPN’s Kimberly Martin and Cam Newton. Happy Holidays Everyone!!!       #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA  

Episode 113: The Future of Zach LaVine

December 14, 2023 08:26 - 1 hour - 124 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we lead with the Bulls who have won 4 of 6 with Zach LaVine out of the lineup due to injury. Will we see Zach in a Bulls uniform again? And has Patrick Williams shown growth since LaVine has been out? We discuss the Draymond Green indefinite suspension after sucker punching Suns forward Jusef Nurkic. We give our thoughts on the college football playoffs. And of course we look at the surging Bears after their big win over Detroit.        #EZ...

Episode 112: Why is Justin Fields Such a Polarizing Topic?

November 30, 2023 07:59 - 1 hour - 200 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we have an all football show for you. We discuss the Bears ugly win over the Vikings on Monday night. Why is Justin Fields such a polarizing topic nationally? GM also breaks down the College Football Playoff Rankings as we head into conference championship week.        #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA  

Episode 111: Fields Appreciation

November 25, 2023 19:07 - 1 hour - 187 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we discuss the Bears' loss to the Lions and if the organization appreciates what they have in Justin Fields. We also discuss what changes could be coming at Halas Hall. Plus we look at the organizational failures of the Chicago Bulls.         #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA

Episode 110: Shady Criticism

November 15, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 161 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we look back on week 10 of the NFL season including the Bills loss to the Broncos. Did Josh Allen get enough criticism for his poor play? Does Justin Fields get too much criticism for his play? The Bills fired their offensive coordinator. Should the Bears do the same? Is it time for the Bulls to blow this team up? And what would you do if you got $75 million to walk away from your job like Jimbo Fisher?        #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #S...

Episode 109: Bears Trade For Sweat

November 08, 2023 06:31 - 1 hour - 169 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we recap the Bears’ loss to the Saints. We have our weekly Bears QB discussion on Fields vs Bagent. We give our thoughts on the trade for Montez Sweat. We also discuss the Bulls week that was and what we think of the NBA in season tournament. And we talk a little baseball as the White Sox say goodbye to Tim Anderson and the Cubs hire Craig Counsell as their new manager and fire David Ross.        #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA

Episode 108: Bears Sunday Night Breakdown

October 31, 2023 04:48 - 1 hour - 158 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we recap the Bears blowout loss to the Chargers on Sunday night. Was the Tyson Bagent hype too much and what’s next for Justin Fields? And what’s the future of the Bears coaching staff? We also talk Bulls as they start the 2023-24 campaign. Will they be able to figure out how to best play as a team or is this going to be the same old Bulls?       #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA  

Episode 107: Bagent Time

October 20, 2023 06:49 - 1 hour - 163 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we try to figure out why the Bears regressed in their game vs Minnesota. With Justin Fields out we discuss what we expect from Tyson Bagent against the Raiders. Why is the Bears fanbase making it seem like the Justin Fields era in Chicago is over? And was Steve Smith wrong for coming at Jerry Jeudy on live tv?        #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA  

Episode 106: Bears Coaches Continue To Fail

October 03, 2023 04:16 - 1 hour - 146 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we focus on the Bears after they blow a 28-7 lead en route to a 31-28 loss to the Denver Broncos. Do changes need to be made at Halas Hall? Is Justin Fields still the future of this team? We delve into it all.         #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA  

Episode 105: What An Embarrassment

September 26, 2023 06:16 - 1 hour - 171 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we look back on the Bears’ embarrassing loss in Kansas City. At 0-3 how much worse can this season get? We also look ahead to their battle against the Denver Broncos, who got 70 dropped on them at Miami. We also discuss Colorado’s loss at Oregon and Ohio State’s win at Notre Dame.    00:00:00 Bears/Chiefs Recap   01:02:00 College Football   01:25:35 Picks   #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA    

Episode 104: Bears/Bucs Recap & Colorado Win Over Colorado State

September 19, 2023 06:59 - 1 hour - 172 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we recap the Bears’ 27-17 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Is it time to be concerned about Justin Fields’ development? How much blame does the coaching staff deserve after this poor start to the season? And we look back on Coach Prime and Colorado’s win over Colorado State in 2 Overtimes.    00:00:00 Bears/Bucs Recap   00:59:38 Colorado Football   01:24:17 Picks   #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA  

Episode 103: Bears Fall To Packers

September 12, 2023 06:13 - 1 hour - 188 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast we recap the Bears’ 38-20 loss to the Packers. We look at what went went wrong Sunday and what to expect next week in Tampa. We discuss Aaron Rodgers’ injury and what we can expect from the Jets going forward. We talk some college football including Colorado moving to 2-0 and Alabama’s loss to Texas. We discuss who we think the top conference in the country is. And it looks like Mel Tucker is out at Michigan State for alleged sexual harassme...

Episode 102: Football Is Back

September 06, 2023 06:03 - 1 hour - 138 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast Shawn Sierra, host of Sports Zone Chicago joins us to recap Colorado’s upset win over TCU. We also preview the upcoming Chicago Bears season, and we give our NFL Predictions including division winners, wildcard teams, conference champs and the Super Bowl Winner.    00:00:00 Colorado Upsets TCU   00:19:43 Bears Season Preview   00:55:03 NFL Season Predictions   #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA #100EPISODES  

Episode 101: Stop Calling Him Glass Tim

August 07, 2023 04:55 - 1 hour - 162 MB

On this week’s episode of the @Ez.Smoke.GM.Podcast, our very own Coach Smoke has been hired as the new Head Baseball Coach at Simeon High School. He gives us his thoughts on getting his dream job. We discuss Tim Anderson getting knocked out in his latest bout in Cleveland. The College Conference landscape has gone through some big changes in the last week. What does this mean for the PAC 12 or whatever they will call themselves? And the Bears are in the middle of training camp. What does the...

Episode 100: All NBA Discussion

June 23, 2023 06:26 - 1 hour - 163 MB

It’s Episode 100 of the EZ Smoke and the GM Podcast. This week we discuss the 2023 NBA Draft and give our opinions on the #1 pick in the draft Victor Wembanyama. We also take a look at the latest player movements in the NBA. We try to figure out exactly what the Bulls' plan is for this upcoming season. And what the hell is going on with Zion Williamson and Ja Morant?      00:00:00  NBA Draft/Wembanyama   00:31:50   NBA Movement   00:48:05  Bulls Talk   01:05:40   Zion & Ja   #EZSMOKEGM #HP5...

Episode 99: Bears Draft Recap

May 02, 2023 05:12 - 1 hour - 152 MB

On this edition of the EZ, Smoke & The GM Podcast, Ken Davis of the Under Center Podcast joins us to break down the Bears’ picks. Was Darnell Wright the right pick? Did they reach for any picks? Were there any steals? How many picks did GM get right? We also discuss the winners and losers around the NFL.      #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA  

Episode 98: Aaron Rodgers Traded/Bears Draft Preview

April 25, 2023 06:04 - 1 hour - 159 MB

On this edition of the EZ, Smoke & The GM Podcast we’re all about football. We discuss the Packers/Jets trade that sent Aaron Rodgers to New York. We welcome Kenneth Davis from the Under Center Podcast to the show to talk some Bears and what they should do in the draft. And what’s going on with Coach Prime and the Colorado Buffaloes after their spring game?   00:00 Aaron Rodgers Trade   25:05 Kenneth Davis/Bears Draft   1:18:00 Colorado Tranfer Portal     #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHS...

Episode 97: Jalen Hurts Gets Paid

April 18, 2023 05:26 - 1 hour - 162 MB

On this edition of the EZ, Smoke & The GM Podcast we discuss Jalen Hurts' contract extension with the Eagles. How does this effect Lamar Jackson and the NFL as a whole? With more than a week to go before the draft, what are the Bears thinking of doing with the 9th pick? We recap the frustrating Bulls season after losing in the NBA Play In Round to Miami and look ahead to what they may do in the offseason. And we take a look at the 1st round of the NBA Playoffs.  00:00 Jalen Hurts Contract E...

Episode 96: LSU Wins Title/Reese vs Clark

April 04, 2023 05:10 - 1 hour - 113 MB

On this edition of the EZ, Smoke & The GM Podcast we look back on the NCAA Women’s National Championship Game between LSU & Iowa. We give our thoughts on the backlash LSU’s Angel Reese received on social media for her trash talking Iowa’s Caitlin Clark. We also discuss how women’s basketball can take advantage of their current boost in popularity. The Bulls are looking to clinch a spot in the play in tournament. Should the Bears still consider drafting Jalen Carter? And we discuss our though...

Episode 95: Bears Making Moves

March 22, 2023 06:07 - 1 hour - 168 MB

On this edition of the EZ, Smoke & The GM Podcast we give our thoughts on the Bears trading their #1 pick to Carolina and their free agent acquisitions last week. We discuss the Lamar Jackson sweepstakes. Are NFL owners colluding against Jackson? We look back on the World Basball Classic and the madness of the NCAA Tournament. And the Pat Bev Effect seems to be working for the Bulls.  00:00 Bears Trade & Free Agency   48:30 Lamar Jackson   1:00:50 World Baseball Classic & NCAA Tournament   ...

Episode 94: QB Market & Ja

March 08, 2023 06:48 - 1 hour - 156 MB

On this edition of the EZ, Smoke & The GM Podcast we discussed Daniel Jones getting a contract with the Giants, the Ravens giving Lamar Jackson the Franchise Tag, Aaron Rodgers talking to the Jets and whether or not the Bears should go after Orlando Brown. GM gives us his thoughts on the NFL Combine. What’s going on with Ja Morant and his off the court issues? And are you Team Perk or Team Reddick. Is there a racial component to the MVP Race?       00:00 NFL Franchise Tag Talk   51:50 Ja Mo...

Episode 93: NBA All Average Weekend

February 24, 2023 08:33 - 1 hour - 132 MB

On this edition of the EZ, Smoke & The GM Podcast we recap the lackluster NBA All Star Weekend. Pat Beverly has signed with the Bulls for the remainder of the season. Will this impact their playoff push? Eric Bieniemy has been hired as the Washington Commandos Offensive Coordinator. We’re still dumbfounded that he hasn’t been hired as a head coach. And we give our thoughts on the XFL rules changes.     00:00 NBA All Star Weekend   22:35 Patrick Beverley Signs w/ Bulls   31:24 Eric Bieniemy ...

Episode 92: Super Bowl Recap/Stop Trying To Trade Fields

February 17, 2023 07:43 - 1 hour - 148 MB

On this edition of the EZ, Smoke & The GM Podcast we recap the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. We discuss the the MVP Patrick Mahomes and whether or not its too early to annoint him as the GOAT. We kick around why Chiefs Offensive Coordinator Eric Bieniemy still doesn’t have a job. Why are members of the media trying to trade Justin Fields? We also talk a little Bulls as we enter the All Star Break. Should the Bulls sign a guard after the break?  00:00 S...

Episode 91: NBA Super Bowl Takeover

February 10, 2023 08:25 - 1 hour - 180 MB

On this edition of the EZ, Smoke & The GM Podcast we discuss LeBron James becoming the NBA’s all-time scorer. We analyze all of the deals leading up to the NBA’s trade deadline. We ponder why the Bulls didn’t make a move. Oh, and by the way the Super Bowl is this week. Has this year’s Super Bowl been overshadowed by the NBA news filled week? Is it a huge deal that both Suer Bowl QB’s are Black? And Devin Hester was denied again for the Hall. GM and EZ disagree about one of the people that di...

Episode 90: Is Tom Brady Really Retired?

February 02, 2023 06:55 - 1 hour - 116 MB

On this edition of the EZ, Smoke & The GM Podcast we discuss the latest retirement of Tom Brady and whether we think he will remain retired. We also look at how his retirement effects the Bears #1 Draft Pick. Patrick Mahomes’ dad says the Bears told him they were going to draft him in 2017. Would he have been the same player with the Bears? We also look at the latest coaching hires in the NFL as DeMeco Ryans is hired by the Texans and Sean Payton looks to be going to Denver.    00:00 Tom Br...

Episode 89: Anthony Herron Talks Bears

January 19, 2023 08:36 - 1 hour - 151 MB

We welcome special guest Anthony Herron from Fox 32’s Bears Postgame Live, Big Ten Network, Pac 12 Network, Sirius XM and 670 The Score to the podcast. We discuss new Bears President & CEO Kevin Warren, Justin Fields and what they should do with the #1 pick of the draft. We also recap the Wild Card Round of the NFL Playoffs and the Bulls’ inconsistent season continues in Paris as they get ready to take on Detroit.   00:00 Bears Conversation w/ Anthony Herron   25:02 More Reaction to Bear...

Episode 88: The Bears Are On The Clock

January 11, 2023 07:15 - 1 hour - 166 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast the Bears get the #1 Pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Thanks Lovie!!!We discuss what they should do with the pick. We also touch on the people that say they should trade QB Justin Fields. We also discuss Lovie Smith’s dismissal as head coach of the Texans. Plus we look back on the College Football National Championship Game as Georgia stomped all over TCU.    0:00 Bears #1 Pick/Lovie Smith Fired   1:08:30 CFB National Championship     1:21:24 Week...

Episode 87: Prayers for Damar Hamlin

January 06, 2023 08:23 - 1 hour - 172 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast we look back on the unfortunate scene in Cincinnati on Monday night when Buffalo Bills Safety Damar Hamlin collapsed due to cardiac arrest during the game. We discuss the positive prognosis that came out from the his doctors on his condition. We analyze Skip Bayless’ infamous tweet. We give our thoughts on how the Bears have handled Justin Fields during the final weeks of the season. Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren is rumored to be the favorite f...

Episode 86: Should Justin Play???

December 29, 2022 08:36 - 1 hour - 130 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast we recap the Bears loss to Buffalo on Christmas Eve. Coach Smoke tells us about his experience at frigid Soldier Field. Should Justin Fields play the final 2 games? We discuss the disfunction going on with the Denver Broncos after they fired their coach after less than one season. How many times will the Miami Dolphins fail Too Tagovailoa after he played once again after sustaining a concussion. Bethune Cookman hires a Pro Football Hall of Famer as...

Episode 85: Bears/Eagles, Fantastic Week 15 in NFL, Celebration Bowl, Bulls Talk

December 19, 2022 06:04 - 1 hour - 178 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast the Bears lost to the Eagles 25-20, but had some very good takeaways from the game. We recap that game plus the rest of week 15 of the NFL season. We look back at North Carolina Central’s big win over Coach Prime and Jackson St in the Celebration Bowl. And we discuss the Chicago Bulls’ lackluster start to the season.    0:00 Eagles Bears Recap   42:55 NFL Week 15 Recap    53:08 Celebration Bowl   1:08:53 Bulls Talk   1:29:54 Weekly Picks ...

Episode 84: Is Coach Prime Still SWAC?

December 06, 2022 06:23 - 1 hour - 156 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast Coach Prime is heading to Colorado. We give our thoughts on Deion Sanders leaving Jackson State for Boulder. The College Football Playoffs are set. We discuss the upcoming postseason. Justin Fields continues his development in a 28-19 loss to Green Bay. And the Bulls are playing inconsistent basketball. Can they turn things around?   0:00  Coach Prime To Boulder   29:30  College Football Playoffs    42:26  Bears/Packers/Justin Fields   1:04...

Episode 83: Bears/Lions Recap, CFB Playoff Rankings

November 16, 2022 07:16 - 1 hour - 180 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast we recap the Bears 31-30 loss to the Lions and the continued development of Justin Fields. We go around the NFL and discuss Week 10 of the football season. We discuss the fallout at the University of Virginia as three football players senselessly lost their lives in an on campus shooting. And we discuss the latest College Football Playoff Rankings.    0:00 Bears/Lions/Justin Fields   38:13 Around the NFL    1:09:01 College Football   1:29:5...

Episode 82: We Have Our QB1

November 08, 2022 06:55 - 1 hour - 177 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast we celebrate Justin Fields’ latest best game as a pro. The Bears lost to the Dolphins, but we’re pretty sure we’ve found our QB1. What’s with the Colt’s firing their coach and hiring Jeff Saturday as the interim? We recap the crazy college football weekend. And we discuss the wacky first couple of weeks of the NBA season.   0:00 Justin Fields Talk   39:04 Colts Hire Jeff Saturday    56:00 College Football   1:14:50 Bulls Talk   1:25:37 We...

Episode 81: Roquan Smith Traded To Baltimore

November 01, 2022 05:46 - 1 hour - 150 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast we discuss our thoughts on the Bears trading Roquan Smith to the Ravens for a 2nd and 5th round pick. We recap the Bears’ 49-29 loss in Dallas. We get you ready for the big college football weekend including GM’s Tennessee Volunteers heading to Georgia in a big SEC showdown. We look back on the Bulls’ rough weekend losing to the Spurs and the 76ers. DeMar DeRosen becomes the latest player to eclipse 20,000 points. Is he a Hall of Famer?    0:00 R...

Episode 80: Chicago’s Big Night Over Boston

October 25, 2022 18:40 - 1 hour - 125 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast we recap Chicago’s big night versus Boston. We discuss the Bears’ big win over the Patriots on Monday Night. We also look ahead to their next game in Dallas. And we react to the Bulls’ 18 point win over the undefeated Celtics. How good is the Bulls bench and what should they do with Pat Williams?     0:00 Bears/Patriots Talk   42:41 Bulls/Celtics Talk   57:57 Weekly Picks         #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA     https:...

Episode 79: Bears Lose To Commanders, College Football, MLB Playoffs, Bulls/NBA Preview

October 18, 2022 05:26 - 1 hour - 161 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm. podcast we recap the Bears loss to the Washington Commanders. We look back at the college football weekend including GM’s Tennessee Volunteers taking down Alabama. Should JSU Coach DEION SANDERS entertain a Power 5 Head Coaching Job? We discuss the MLB Playoffs and we preview the Chicago Bulls as they get set to tip off this week and give our predictions on the NBA season.         0:00 Bears Loss to Commanders   30:00 College Football Talk   39:18 ...

Episode 78: Who Is SWAC???

October 13, 2022 06:22 - 1 hour - 150 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast we recap the Bears loss to the Vikings. Did Justin Fields take a step in the right direction? We give our thoughts on the questionable roughing the passer penalties called in the NFL last week? We give our opinions on Davante Adams shoving a cameraman after the Raiders/Chiefs game on Monday night and the fallout from the Draymond Green/ Jordan Poole fight. And we discuss who’s more SWAC between Jackson State Coach Deion Sanders and Alabama State Co...

Episode 77: Bears/Giants, Tua Injury, Judge hits 62, White Sox Season Over

October 06, 2022 06:27 - 1 hour - 157 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast we recap the Bears loss to the New York Football Giants. We evaluate the performance of Justin Fields. We discuss the fallout of Tua Tagovialoa head injury. We celebrate Aaron Judge hitting his 62nd homer. Is it a big deal? And we put the 2022 White Sox dissapointing season to rest.      0:00 Bears vs Giants/Fields Talk   31:33 Tua Tagovioloa Injury   49:04 Aaron Judge Hits 62nd HR   1:03:05 White Sox Talk   1:15:56 Weekly Picks      ...

Episode 76: Bears/Justin Fields, Brett Favre & Ime Udoka Scandals

September 30, 2022 06:54 - 1 hour - 141 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast we recap the Bears win over the Houston Texans. We discuss if it’s time to be concerned about the underwhelming play of Justin Fields. We also delve into the difference in media coverage between the Brett Favre and Ime Udoka scandals.    0:00 Bears/Justin Fields Talk   35:00 Brett Favre/Ime Udoka   1:10:00 Weekly Picks       #EZSMOKEGM #HP53PRODUCTIONS #SOUTHSIDEDNA     https://linktr.ee/hp53productions

Episode 75: Bears/Packers Recap, Deion Sanders Calls Grambling Fans ”Pathetic”

September 20, 2022 07:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast we recap the Bears loss up at Lambeau. We discuss Justin Field’s performance vs Green Bay and why the passing offense looked lackluster. We also discuss what went right and wrong on the defensive side of the ball. All that plus we discuss Deion Sanders’ comments on the Grambling State fans after JSU’s big win over GSU. Was he wrong to call the Grambling fans pathetic for leaving early?   0:00 Bears/Packers Talk   37:38 Jackson State/Grambling S...

Episode 74: Bears Win, Packers Week, Aaron Judge HR King

September 16, 2022 06:37 - 1 hour - 156 MB

On this edition of the @ez.smoke.gm.podcast we recap the Bears big win over San Francisco and get ready for the Sunday night game at Green Bay. We discuss the major upsets in college football including Notre Dame’s loss to Marshall, Nebraska’s loss to Georgia Southern and Texas A&M’s loss to Appalachian State. We also talk some baseball. As Aaron Judge chases the single season home run record in the American League, who should be considered the Home Run King? And who is this year’s MVP?    ...

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