
The Charter: A Chicago Bears Podcast
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.
Latest episodes

Nov 11, 2024 • 52min
Bears drop 3rd straight game, stunned by Patriots
The Chicago Bears lose 19-3 to the New England Patriots. Michael Bolling, Kevin Lapka, and Clay Harbor are back to react to the stunning performance. In a game looked at as a bounce back spot, the Bears were held to only 3 points and Matt Eberflus' seat is hotter than ever.

Nov 8, 2024 • 33min
Previewing Bears-Patriots with Phil Perry from NBC Sports Boston
Ruthie Polinsky is joined by Phil Perry from NBCS Boston for an insider perspective on the New England Patriots. They talk about how the Patriots look in the post-Belichick era, the development of Drake Maye, and how Jerod Mayo is handling his first year as a head coach.

Nov 6, 2024 • 31min
Andrew Billings is done for the year and DJ Moore's efforts
Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor react to the news of Andrew Billings' pec surgery and what this mean for the Bears defense. They touch on the recent play of DJ Moore. Caleb Williams missing open receivers and much more!

Nov 4, 2024 • 50min
Disaster in the Desert: Bears lose 29-9
The Chicago Bears fall flat against the Arizona Cardinals. Michael Bolling, Kevin Lapka, and Clay Harbor react to another troubling loss. They talk about the poor offensive performance and question Matt Eberflus' handle on the team. Also their reaction to the pregame report on how Tyrique Stevenson handled his demotion.

Nov 1, 2024 • 21min
Previewing Bears-Cardinals with Bo Brack from PHNX
We welcome in Bo Brack from PHNX to break down Sunday matchup between the Bears and Cardinals. We discuss the impact that Tray McBride has made since coming into the league. Did Arizona spot a soft spot in the Bears defense? Jonathan Gannon coaching under Matt Eberflus. Also, the Cardinals defense not overlooking up and down start to Caleb Williams career.

Oct 30, 2024 • 30min
Accountability questions loom over Halas Hall
The Chicago Bears try to right the ship as we continue to digest what transpired from the Hail Mary loss to the Commanders. Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor react to the questions of accountability surrounding the team. They also dive into their level of concern with the growing list of names being added to the injury report. Finally, what the Bears' record on the road says about Matt Eberflus.

Oct 28, 2024 • 55min
Bears lose a heartbreaker in Washington DC 18-15
After battling back to take the lead, the Washington Commanders hand the Bears a crushing loss by completing a Hail Mary on the final play of the game. Alex Shapiro, Clay Harbor, and Kevin Lapka lead the show and give their reaction. They discuss the shocking end to the game, the role Tyrique Stevenson may have played in the final play, and D'Andre Swift's consistent play as of late.

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Oct 25, 2024 • 35min
Previewing Bears vs Commanders with The Athletic’s Ben Standig
Get ready for the Bears-Commanders game with Ruthie Polinsky and Alex Shapiro as they welcome in Washington reporter Ben Standig. Ben shares the latest information on Jayden Daniels’ status for the game and shares what the Bears can expect from Kliff Kingsbury’s offense if it’s Daniels or Marcus Mariota leading the way. Plus, how Dan Quinn has made his mark on the franchise as the new head coach and how the Bears might be able to exploit the Commanders defense. Finally, Ruthie and Alex share their analysis on the Bears parting ways with Velus Jones Jr and Khari Blasingame.

Oct 23, 2024 • 23min
Injury updates from Halas Hall and Caleb Williams returns home
Ruthie Polinsky and Alex Shapiro are here to bring you the latest from Halas Hall. We get a sense of how the Bears are preparing to face either Jayden Daniels or Marcus Mariota. Caleb Williams' return to DC and bye week adjustments for the team. Also, how does Kliff Kingsbury's offense differ from one quarterback to another.

Oct 20, 2024 • 25min
Keeping an eye on the NFC North
Alex Shapiro and Edgar Perez keep an eye on the division during the Bears bye week. With two thrilling games, they react to the Green Bay Packers getting past the Texans and the Lions handing the Vikings their first loss. If you had to face one division foe in the playoffs, which are you choosing?