Best Chris Spielman Podcasts (2025)

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"Our margin for error is small right now." - Dan Campbell - Lions vs Cowboys Week 14 preview, with Dan Miller 33:37

12h ago33:37

33:37

Dan Campbell's Lions are on the outside, looking in, when it comes to the NFC playoff picture heading in to Week 14. The Dallas Cowboys are in the same predicament! Dan Miller joins us to preview a "must-win" Thursday Night Football matchup! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use o…

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"Remembering Stephen Pfann and Nazareth Villa"

15h ago

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The Book and the Spade program #1970By [email protected] (Gordon Govier)

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Navigating the future of Chicago's stadiums with Eleanor Gorski 33:31

8d ago33:31

33:31

Fran Spielman interviews Eleanor Gorski, President and CEO of the Chicago Architecture Center, discussing the complex history and future plans for Chicago’s stadiums. The dialogue covers the renovation of Wrigley Field, challenges faced by various sports teams looking for new stadiums, and Gorski's comprehensive report on creating a win-win situati…

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"Alphabets and the History of Writing" with Clyde Billington

7d ago

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The Book and the Spade program #1969By [email protected] (Gordon Govier)

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Be thankful for Jahmyr Gibbs this Thanksgiving, Lions fans. Be very thankful! 30:09

10d ago30:09

30:09

Without Jahmyr Gibbs' INSANE performance against the Giants in Week 12, the Lions would not have snatched victory from the jaws of defeat. Can the Packers put a stop to those kinds of heroics, on Thanksgiving Day, at Ford Field? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal da…

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Chicago Federation of Labor president Bob Reiter 33:07

7d ago33:07

33:07

Fran Spielman is joined by Bob Reiter, President of the Chicago Federation of Labor, focusing on the significant budget stalemate in Chicago. They discuss Mayor Brandon Johnson's rejected $600 million spending plan and the various revenue options and tax strategies on the table to address the city's financial challenges.…

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A Giant opportunity! 31:51

14d ago31:51

31:51

Coming off an ugly road loss to the Eagles, Carl Banks believes this will be a "get right" game for the Detroit Lions, who are home to the 2-9, New York Giants, in Week 12. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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"Siloam Pool Dam and the Rockefeller" with Clyde Billington

5d ago

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The Book and the Spade program #1968By [email protected] (Gordon Govier)

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Betting on a Lions win in Philly, with Sports Betting Pro, Gabby Goudy! 38:01

22d ago38:01

38:01

Sports betting pro, Gabby Goudy says, Detroit at Philadelphia is pretty much a coin flip in the eyes of the bookmakers. But with Dan Campbell calling the plays, have the odds suddenly flipped in the Lions favor? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisin…

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"A Samaritan Estate and Byzantine Gold" with Clyde Billington

10d ago

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The Book and the Spade program #1967By [email protected] (Gordon Govier)

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Honoring veterans: A conversation with Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th) 40:30

23d ago40:30

40:30

In this special Veterans Day episode, Fran Spielman interviews Ald. Gilbert Villegas (36th), a retired Marine and current chair of the City Council's Committee on Economic and Capital Development. Villegas shares personal stories about his family's military service, his own experiences in Desert Shield and Desert Storm, and the sacrifices that come…

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Crushing the Commanders - The Jahmyr Gibbs Show! Lions Week 10 Recap 23:41

22d ago23:41

23:41

Jahmyr Gibbs can't be contained as the Lions offense flexes once again in rout over Washington! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Bleav

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CTA's future: Funding, expansion, and security with acting president Nora Leerhsen 38:14

27d ago38:14

38:14

In this week's episode, Fran Spielman interviews Nora Leerhsen, the acting president of the Chicago Transit Authority. They discuss the recent $1.5 billion mass transit bailout by the Illinois General Assembly and its impact on CTA's services. Leerhsen outlines plans for service expansion, including 24-hour Orange Line service and the extension of …

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The Lions look to get healthy - on the field and in the standings - against Washington in Week 10! 33:00

29d ago33:00

33:00

Hutch gets paid. The Lions lay an egg. The deadline is a dud. But the arrows are all pointing up for a Week 10 trip to Washington! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Bleav

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"What Happend to the Ark of the Covenant, part 2" with Chris McKinny

25d ago

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The Book and the Spade program #1966By [email protected] (Gordon Govier)

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Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch defends revenue choices made in $1.5B mass transit bail-out 21:25

1M ago21:25

21:25

In this episode, host Fran Spielman interviews Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch following the passage of a transformative $1.5 billion mass transit bailout package. Welch discusses the collaborative efforts with Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois General Assembly to avoid service cuts, layoffs, and fare hikes in the CTA, Metra and PACE.…

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Bye-bye Bye Week! Here come the Vikings! Bleav In Lions Week 9 Preview 32:55

1M ago32:55

32:55

Paid and rested, Aidan Hutchinson is set to teach rookie QB, J.J. McCarthy what this Lions vs Vikings rivalry is all about, in Week 9! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Bleav

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"What Happend to the Ark of the Covenant" with Chris McKinny

1M ago

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The Book and the Spade program #1965By [email protected] (Gordon Govier)

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In-depth analysis of Mayor Brandon Johnson's $16.6 billion budget proposal 42:13

1M ago42:13

42:13

In this episode, Fran Spielman invites Chicago City Council veterans Matt O'Shea and Scott Waguespack to discuss Mayor Brandon Johnson's recently unveiled $16.6 billion budget proposal aimed at addressing a $1.15 billion shortfall. The proposed budget includes significant tax and fee increases targeted at businesses and wealthier residents, a contr…

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"The City of David Revealed - part 4" with Doron Spielman

1M ago

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The Book and the Spade program #1964By [email protected] (Gordon Govier)

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Jahmyr Gibbs runs wild! The Lions defense does the rest. Detroit gets a huge win over Tampa Bay on MNF! 32:01

1M ago32:01

32:01

Jahmyr Gibbs is a one man gang, while a gang of new faces gets the job done on defense, as Detroit clobbers Tampa Bay, on Monday Night Football! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Bleav

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Discussing Chicago's budget with Mayor Johnson's senior adviser Jason Lee 50:10

2M ago50:10

50:10

In this episode, Fran Spielman discusses the contentious budget plan proposed by Mayor Brandon Johnson, which includes nearly $600 million in progressive taxes targeting wealthy corporations and individuals. Joined by senior mayoral adviser Jason Lee, the conversation delves into revived corporate head taxes, cloud computing taxes, and a new social…

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Jared Goff and Baker Mayfield battle it out for top spot in the NFC on MNF! A preview with Matt Simms on Bleav In Lions 31:56

2M ago31:56

31:56

Jared Goff and Lions find themselves chasing Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers for the best record in the NFC... and possible MVP honors. Quarterback guru, Matt Simms, joins us to preview the MNF matchup between these two elite QBs on, Bleav In Lions! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection…

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"The City of David Revealed - part 3" with Doron Spielman

2M ago

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The Book and the Spade program #1963By [email protected] (Gordon Govier)

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Sunday Night Sadness! The Lions fall to 4-2 after getting humbled by the Chiefs at Arrowhead! 31:55

2M ago31:55

31:55

Jared Goff and the Lions couldn't get the offense on track on the road Sunday night... Meanwhile, Patrick Mahomes was doing what Patrick Mahomes does. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Bleav

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Chicago alderpersons discuss the impact of Trump's immigration crackdown 40:28

2M ago40:28

40:28

In this episode, Fran Spielman hosts a discussion with Chicago Alderpersons Jesse Fuentes (26th), Julia Ramirez (12th), and Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th) about the significant impact of President Donald Trump's severe immigration crackdown on their wards. They share firsthand accounts of ICE raids, the excessive use of force, and the resulting fear and…

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A prime-time matchup featuring prime-time players! Lions vs Chiefs Week 6 Preview 34:24

2M ago34:24

34:24

Dan Campbell vs Andy Reid. Jared Goff vs Patrick Mahomes. Lions vs Chiefs. Your Week 6 preview of Sunday Night Football is here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Bleav

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"The City of David Revealed - part 2" with Doron Spielman

2M ago

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The Book and the Spade program #1962By [email protected] (Gordon Govier)

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The Lions beat the Bengals, 37-24 on an unforgettable day for David Montgomery! 25:24

2M ago25:24

25:24

David Montgomery threw for a touchdown and ran for a touchdown, on a day when his family was winner on, and off the field, in Cincinnati! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Bleav

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Crane Kenny, Chicago Cubs President of Business Operations | Advancing to the NLDS 36:25

2M ago36:25

36:25

In this episode, Fran Spielman interviews Crane Kenny, President of Business Operations for the Chicago Cubs, celebrating the team's recent victory over the San Diego Padres, which advanced them to the National League Divisional Series against the Milwaukee Brewers. They discuss the importance of team chemistry, pivotal managerial decisions, stando…

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Lions Wide Receiver Isaac TeSlaa: Ford Deals & One-handed catches 26:59

2M ago26:59

26:59

Glover Quin and Trevor Thompson are joined by rookie wide receiver Isaac Teslaa to talk about his first NFL season, life in the wide receiver room, his signature one-handed catches, his partnership with Ford, his relationship with Coach Dan Campbell, and much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about …

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"The City of David Revealed" with Doron Spielman

2M ago

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The Book and the Spade program #1961By [email protected] (Gordon Govier)

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Beating the Browns and the first quarter season of Lions football in review, on Bleav In Lions! 29:46

2M ago29:46

29:46

After beating Chicago, Baltimore and now, Cleveland, who are these Detroit Lions a quarter of the way through the season? The answer is found in this episode of, Bleav In Lions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Separation Sunday! Lions vs Browns Preview with Jennifer Hammond 32:55

2M ago32:55

32:55

You keep Myles Garrett off of Jared Goff - you beat the Browns! Could it really be that simple? Lions vs Browns preview with Jennifer Hammond, on Bleav In Lions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Ald. Brendan Reilly (42nd) takes on Cook County leadership 34:53

2M ago34:53

34:53

In this episode, Sun-Times City Hall reporter Fran Spielman interviews downtown Ald. Brendan Reilly (42nd) who is now running for Cook County Board president. Reilly discusses his critiques of current County Board President Tony Preckwinkle, highlighting issues like the mismanagement of federal pandemic funds, 'failed social experiments' in the sta…

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"Bethsaida Archaeology on the Galilee Shore-part 2" with Achia Kohn-Tavor

2M ago

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The Book and the Spade program #1960By [email protected] (Gordon Govier)

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Monday Night Madness! Lions Rip Ravens - Recap! 31:36

2M ago31:36

31:36

The stars shine on Monday Night! Prime time performances by Jahmyr Gibbs, David Montgomery, Aidan Hutchinson and company, lift the Lions over the Ravens on Monday Night Football. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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Chicago anchorman Bill Kurtis reflects on his career in journalism 1:03:07

3M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

In this in-depth interview, Fran Spielman welcomes Bill Kurtis, a legendary figure in journalism, to discuss his 60-year career. Kurtis shares captivating stories from his new memoir, 'Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News,' reflecting on pivotal moments that shaped his path, including a life-changing broadcast during a tornado in Kansas.…

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Monday Night Football - Lions vs Ravens - Week 3 Preview with TJ Lang 30:35

3M ago30:35

30:35

Lamar Jackson is a problem! Aidan Hutchinson and the Lions defense face the top offense in the NFL on Monday Night Football. TJ Lang joins the show to preview this epic Week 3 matchup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…

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