On the latest episode of the Under Center Podcast, Kenneth Davis and Alex Shapiro are joined by Shannon Furman, the supervising producer of HBO's Hard Knocks, to give an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming season featuring the Chicago Bears. Shannon shares what it's like to bring the charter franchise on board (1:00) and reveals the most exciting storylines to watch, including the WR room, the young guys, and defensive backs (2:45). She discusses how Caleb Williams' presence made the Bears a compelling choice for Hard Knocks (4:22) and her excitement about telling the story of Rome Odunze (5:20). Shannon also shares surprising moments from filming (6:20) and highlights Aaron Rodgers as a great character (8:42). Shannon dives into stories about Antonio Brown, including his memorable hot air balloon arrival at training camp (18:21), and discusses her trailblazing role for women in NFL Films (22:05). Finally, she talks about the appetite for NFL Films, the growth of NFL media, and what's next on the horizon (26:12). Don't miss this fascinating episode filled with exclusive insights and stories!

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