

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 & Clay Harbor 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 Thursday throughout the season.
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Jul 31, 2017 • 26min
Ep. 58: How Dave Ragone is managing the QBs aches and pains in training camp
On the latest episode of the Bears Talk Podcast, Chris Boden and JJ Stankevitz come to you from Bourbonnais as the Bears take the first break in training camp, discussing the performances of the quarterbacks so far, their targets, the early surgeries, aches and pains, and you'll hear from new Quarterbacks Coach Dave Ragone on how he's managing Glennon and Trubisky. The guys also go "Off the Grid" on JJ's "GoT" suspense & Chris' shout outs to 2 colleagues.
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Jul 27, 2017 • 17min
Ep. 57: How good will the Bears be in 2017? Training Camp kicks off in Bourbonnais
Chris Boden and JJ Stankevitz are in Bourbonnais to get a read on the 2017 Bears. Get reaction to the players arriving at Training Camp along with early questions for Bears GM Ryan Pace and head coach John Fox.
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Jul 20, 2017 • 37min
Ep. 56: Going over Mitch Trubisky’s contract
On episode 56 of our BearsTalk Podcast, Chris and JJ discuss Mitch Trubisky’s contract, question marks about the final 53, go over the Vikings off-season with Dawn Mitchell from Fox-9 Minneapolis, and go “Off the Grid” on JJ’s recent engagement.
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Jul 11, 2017 • 29min
Ep. 55: What has to happen for Bears to escape cellar?
In Episode 55 of our BearsTalk Podcast, Chris Boden and JJ Stankevitz talk Mitch Trubisky contract numbers, how they can avoid last place again, check in on the Packers off season and go “Off the Grid” with some quick entertainment suggestions.
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Jul 5, 2017 • 24min
Ep. 54: Jim Miller shares how he’d manage Glennon, Trubisky, QB competition
In this episode of the Bears Talk Podcast, Chris Boden is joined by his post game partner and former Bears quarterback, Jim Miller. Jim shares his thoughts on starting QB Mike Glennon and rookie backup Mitch Trubisky. He also explains what needs to happen before he'd let Trubisky take the field.
Plus, Trubisky told the media he's confident the Bears can make the playoffs this season. Hear his comments, and Kevin White's reaction to his confidence.
Finally, Chris and Jim preview the NFC North rival Detroit Lions.
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Jun 29, 2017 • 28min
Ep. 53: Breaking down camp competition at WR
On this week’s BearsTalk podcast, we hear from Markus Wheaton as Chris Boden & JJ Stankevitz discuss the training camp competition at slot receiver, weigh in on PFF ranking the Bears’ starting lineup 18th in the NFL, answer listener questions & add another layer of Aaron Rodgers envy.
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Jun 21, 2017 • 23min
Ep. 52: How will offensive line fare in 2017?
In this edition of the BearsTalk Podcast, JJ Stankevitz & Chris Boden discuss what should be a strength - the offensive line, and one member who has a lot on the line this season. Plus, the guys pick some numbers for the 2017 season & predict whether or not the team or individuals will fall short or exceed them.
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Jun 16, 2017 • 29min
Ep 51: What we learned from Bears veteran minicamp
Chris Boden and J.J. Stankevitz recap the Bears two-day mandatory veteran minicamp.
Leonard Floyd opens up about his long recovery from a concussion. Also, the guys discuss how Trubisky looked and go over the pros and cons of a possible special "Trubisky package," similar to what John Fox did with Tim Tebow in Denver.
Finally, the guys discuss the Bears improved depth, but decline in star power.
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Jun 12, 2017 • 32min
Ep. 50: What Chris Boden & JJ Stankevitz will be looking for during veteran minicamp
On the latest BearsTalk podcast, CSN Chicago's JJ Stankevitz & Chris Boden look ahead to what they'll be keeping their eyes on at this week's mandatory three-day Bears minicamp, especially as certain position groups look to build cohesion. Plus,reaction to the musical talent one Bear shared over the weekend, and the guys weigh in on a fortunate former Packer.
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Jun 7, 2017 • 29min
Ep. 49: What are the Bears missing?
Chris Boden and JJ Stankevitz talk about the Bears' organized team activities. Hear from Mitch Trubisky as he evaluates his progress & Connor Shaw on last week's u-turn...why the Bears may not be pursuing Jeremy Maclin & Pernell McPhee's 2 "d" words for the Bears D.
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