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The CHGO Bears Podcast is your go-to podcast for daily, credentialed coverage of the Chicago Bears. Hosted by Adam Hoge, Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr., and former Bears stars Lance Briggs and Corey Wootton, CHGO Bears delivers in-depth analysis, exclusive interviews, breaking news, and spirited postgame shows from Soldier Field, Halas Hall, and beyond. Stay locked in on Caleb Williams, Bears player updates, and team storylines year-round. Join the CHGO Bears community—the ultimate podcast for Bears fans.
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Jan 20, 2025 • 1h 31min
Ben Johnson HIRED as the next Head Coach of the Chicago Bears! | CHGO Bears Emergency Podcast
The Chicago Bears made the move, hiring Ben Johnson as their next Head Coach! One day after the Detroit Lions were eliminated from the playoffs, the Bears acted swiftly to hire the hottest candidate on the market. Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on an Emergency edition of the CHGO Bears Podcast!

Jan 20, 2025 • 1h 16min
Ben Johnson is now AVAILABLE! Coaching sweepstakes heat up | CHGO Bears Podcast
The Detroit Lions surprisingly lost in the Divisional Round to the Washington Commanders on Sunday. This means that the Ben Johnson sweepstakes can officially begin as the Lions Offensive Coordinator is now available to take in-person interviews. Are the Chicago Bears the favorite? What happens if the Bears AREN’T the favorite? Who is Plan B? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. as the coaching search heats up on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Jan 17, 2025 • 1h 13min
Can Todd Monken show the Chicago Bears he's their next Head Coach? | CHGO Bears Podcast
The Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator, Todd Monken, is set to interview with the Chicago Bears. Todd brings a ton of coaching experience from the college and pro levels and has taken Lamar Jackson's game to MVP levels. We'll bring on Mike Popovic from 105.7 The Fan to talk about the impact he's made on the quarterback and the offense in Baltimore as the Ravens get set for playoff matchup vs Bills on Sunday evening. Also, Adam Rank of NFL Network is back once again to help preview the divisional round of the NFL Playoffs along with who he thinks will be the finalists for the Chicago Bears Head Coaching search! Join Greg Braggs Jr and Mark Carman for a football Friday of the CHGO Bears Podcast!

Jan 16, 2025 • 1h 6min
Is waiting for Ben Johnson worth the gamble + Kaitlin Sharkey joins | CHGO Bears Podcast
WGN's Kaitlin Sharkey joins the show as the CHGO Bears continue to discuss the candidates as the next head coach of the Chicago Bears. Detroit Lions OC Ben Johnson remains the favorite, but is it worth the risk of waiting for his season to end while other candidates sign with teams? Later we reveal our presumptive top-3 finalists for the job. Plus, when it comes time, who gets final say on who the Bears pick as the next head coach: Ryan Poles or Kevin Warren? Kaitlin Sharkey joins Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bearrs Live Podcast.

Jan 15, 2025 • 1h 17min
Does Caleb Williams favor Ben Johnson as Bears head coach? | CHGO Bears Podcast
Caleb Williams was on the St. Brown Podcast and talked about a host of topics including what he is looking for in the next Bears head coach. Williams explained how he got catfished and also when he lost his virginity. Adam Hoge has his coaching buckets and is getting excited about Mike McCarthy. Greg Braggs Jr. is getting more nervous by the minute while Mark Carman remains calm all will work out in the end on the 2025 Bears coaching search. It is another spirited edition of the CHGO Bears Podcast.

Jan 14, 2025 • 1h 11min
Does Dallas Cowboys interest in Deion Sanders help the Chicago Bears? | CHGO Bears Podcast
The coaching search continues for the Chicago Bears. Today we look at Buffalo Bills Offensive Coordinator Joe Brady. After leading consecutive highly successful seasons offensively for Josh Allen and the Bills, should Brady be given heavy consideration? And does the Dallas Cowboys interest in Deion Sanders benefit the Bears? Former NFL WR Jesse Holley joins from DLLS Sports to talk about that, Mike McCarthy and more. Join Mark Carman, Greg Braggs Jr. and Adam Hoge from home on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Jan 13, 2025 • 1h 33min
Should the Chicago Bears trade for Mike Tomlin with Mike Vrabel off the board? | CHGO Bears Podcast
Mike Vrabel is off the board as a head coach candidate for the Chicago Bears following his signing with the New England Patriots. With the Pittsburgh Steelers being eliminated from the playoffs, could Mike Tomlin become available in a trade? Should the Bears make the move if he is? Later, we discuss if Tom Brady is up to his old cheating ways again. Could he leverage his position as a tv broadcaster to get a step ahead on signing Ben Johnson as head coach? Plus, Jayden Daniels was the story of Wild Card Weekend. How do the Bears put Caleb Williams in a similar situation next season? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on a busy Monday edition of the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 21min
Should Marcus Freeman be a Bears head coaching candidate? | CHGO Bears Podcast
Former Chicago Bear Al Harris re-joins the CHGO bears Podcast to discuss what the Bears are lacking in coaching. The phrase ‘leader of men’ has been abundantly used regarding the team, but is it the most important quality they need? Later, we reevaluate Notre Dame Head Coach Marcus Freeman following his CFP semifinal win over Penn State Thursday night. Should he still be a candidate as the next Bears coach despite signing an extension with Notre Dame? And Pete Carroll was interviewed by the Bears on Thursday. We make the case for Carroll as the next Bears Head Coach. All of that on a jam-packed Friday edition of the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.

Jan 10, 2025 • 1h 3min
Lance Briggs talks Chicago Bears coaching search, Ben Johnson & Mike Vrabel | CHGO Bears After Dark
The Chicago Bears are up to 16 coaches expected to be interviewed for the next Head Coach. Mike Vrabel interviewed yesterday with Ben Johnson up next. What is the vibe check 4 days into the Bears offseason. Also, we're bringing back the award winning segment 5 For 55 as we discuss the NFL Playoffs coming up this weekend and we throw in some conversation about the Final Four of the College Football Playoff on CHGO Bears After Dark!

Jan 9, 2025 • 1h 10min
Did the Chicago Bears ZOOM past Mike Vrabel? | CHGO Bears Podcast
The Chicago Bears interviewed head coaching candidate Mike Vrabel on Wednesday. Did they make a mistake conducting the interview through Zoom instead of meeting in-person? Later, the CHGO Bears crew breaks down the candidacy of Pete Carroll. Is he too old to be considered for the job, or does his resume prove he’s a worth candidate? Jake Riepma from Locked on Lions 105.3 the fan joins the show to give an inside look at Ben Johnson ahead of his interview with the Bears. Should he be their #1 target? Join Adam Hoge, Mark Carman and Greg Braggs Jr. on the CHGO Bears Live Podcast.