

The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast
Chicago Sports Network
The Charter Podcast is where you can find everything you need to know about the Chicago Bears. Our team of Ruthie Polinsky, Alex Shapiro, Clay Harbor, and Kevin Lapka bring you postgame reaction, interviews, and game previews. We’ll provide you with latest and have some fun along the way. New episodes available every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday throughout the season.
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Sep 28, 2022 • 23min
Chris Simms re-evaluates Justin Fields amidst Bears injuries
The Bears are 2-1 and preparing to take on the New York Giants in Week 4 but the passing offense has been putrid. Is that on Justin Fields? Injuries? Offensive coordinator Luke Getsy? NFL analyst for NBC Sports Chris Simms joins Ken Davis and Josh Schrock to discuss and break down Justin Fields' play so far this year and to discuss if his opinion of Justin has changed to something more positive.
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Sep 26, 2022 • 45min
Bears vs Texans Postgame Recap
We have some things to discuss. The Bears pull off the win but not in the way we all thought they would. In the postgame recap, Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Josh Schrock discuss the win against Lovie Smith and the Houston Texans including whether or not Justin Fields regressed, the play calling of Luke Getsy, Khalil Herbert’s great game and a lot more. What are your thoughts Bears fans?
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Sep 23, 2022 • 36min
Will Bears rebound against Lovie Smith and the Houston Texans in Week 3
Lovie Smith makes his return to Soldier Field as the Texans face off against the Chicago Bears in a week 3 matchup of rebuilding teams. Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro break down the game with radio host Jake Asman of ESPN 97.5 in Houston. The crew discusses the similarities between the two franchises as both are rebuilding, have young quarterbacks, and look to set a foundation for playoff success. They also make their predictions on if the Bears will improve to 2-1.
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Sep 21, 2022 • 31min
Zach Miller believes the Bears are on the right track
Former Bears tight end, Zach Miller joins the Under Center Podcast to discuss his thoughts on the new era of Bears football and his thoughts on Matt Eberflus, Ryan Poles, and Justin Fields. Miller also discusses his tenure with the Bears and why he continues to work with and support the organization. Plus, he explains why he chose to become a music artist while he was rehabbing his injury.
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Sep 19, 2022 • 48min
Bears vs Packers postgame recap
In the first divisional game of the year, the Bears took a big loss to the Green Bay Packers. Ken Davis, Josh Schrock, and Alex Shapiro discuss Justin Fields' play, if Fields' goal line sneak was a touchdown or not, whether or not the Bears coaching staff reacted well to the Packers, and how the team can improve.
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Sep 16, 2022 • 42min
Bears vs Packers preview with Matt Schneidman of The Athletic
The Bears are preparing to face the heated rival Green Bay Packers and we have you prepared. The Under Center crew of Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Josh Schrock are joined by Packers beat writer Matt Schneidman of The Athletic to break down the matchup of the rivals. They break down the awful outing by the Packers in Week 1, will the Bears have a chance to beat Aaron Rodgers, and much more!
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Sep 14, 2022 • 18min
WWE Superstar Seth Rollins on Justin Fields, Ryan Poles and the Bears
The Bears are 1-0 heading into a Sunday Night matchup against Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers and to offer his thoughts on the good guys, WWE Superstar Seth Rollins joins Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Josh Schrock to discuss the Matt Eberflus and Ryan Poles era of the Bears, his fondest memories of growing up a Bears fan, comparing Justin Fields day vs Jay Cutler day, and a lot more!
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Sep 12, 2022 • 58min
Bears vs 49ers postgame recap
Bear Down Bears fans! The Bears pull off the upset in week 1 of the season beating the San Francisco 49ers 19-10 and we got you covered! Ken Davis, Josh Schrock and Alex Shapiro discuss the big win for the Bears and break down how they got it done.
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Sep 9, 2022 • 34min
Bears vs Niners Week 1 preview with NBCS Bay Area’s Matt Maiocco
Week 1 is finally here Bears fans and it's time to preview the matchup. Every Friday during the season we will give you all the information you need to be prepared for the Bears' next opponent. For Week 1, the Bears will face off against the San Francisco 49ers. For this week, Ken Davis and Josh Schrock are joined by Matt Maiocco, beat writer for NBCS Bay Area and host of the Niners Talk podcast. They break down each team and how the Bears could get the upset win.
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Sep 7, 2022 • 48min
Bears show plans for Arlington Heights and Week 1 depth chart
Along with the start of the 2022 season, the Bears presented their renditions of a potential new stadium on their Arlington Heights property. Should fans get excited for the new potential home of the Bears? Ken Davis, Alex Shapiro, and Josh Schrock discuss the Bears' new plans and what it entails. The guys also discuss the bears releasing their week 1 depth chart and what to expect for the season.
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