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Waddle & Silvy

Former Bear Tom Waddle and longtime Chicago sports reporter Marc ‘Silvy’ Silverman love to talk all things Chicago sports and more.

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    6/26 5 PM: Len Kasper and David Kaplan

    Waddle and Silvy are joined by White Sox play-by-play voice Len Kasper to preview the Sox's upcoming series against the Royals and discuss what the club needs to do to build some momentum. Later, ESPN Chicago's David Kaplan checks in live from Milwaukee ahead of the Cubs' showdown with the Brewers, breaking down the NL Central matchup, the Cubs' recent surge, and what's at stake in a pivotal divisional series.

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    6/26 4 PM: A Tale of Two Caleb's

    Waddle and Silvy discuss the two biggest Calebs making headlines in Chicago. The guys react to Caleb Williams' appearance on Pardon My Take and what the Bears quarterback had to say as he enters a new season. They also break down new Bulls forward Caleb Wilson's introductory after being selected fourth overall in the NBA Draft, sharing their first impressions and expectations for the franchise's newest young star.

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    6/26 3 PM: Taylor McGregor Joins the Show

    Waddle and Silvy are joined by Marquee Sports Network's Taylor McGregor to discuss the Cubs' recent hot streak, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and the importance of the upcoming series against the Brewers. They get Taylor's perspective on the Cubs' success and what to watch as the NL Central race heats up. Plus, Waddle wraps up the hour with another entertaining edition of Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

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    6/26 2 PM: Cubs Complete the Sweep, Brewers Await

    The Cubs are on a roll after completing a four-game sweep of the Mets, and Waddle and Silvy break down what fueled the dominant series and what it means moving forward. The guys discuss the Cubs' recent surge, the key performances that stood out, and whether they've found their groove at the right time. Plus, they preview a pivotal showdown with the division-leading Brewers and examine what's at stake as the NL Central race heats up.

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    6/25 5 PM: Quick Bitch

    Waddle and Silvy get some frustrations off their chests in Quick Bitch.

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    6/25 4 PM: Barstool Big Cat

    Waddle and Silvy are joined by Barstool Big Cat for their weekly conversation. Then, the voice of the Bears, Jeff Joniak, joins the guys to discuss the latest with the Bears and his Halas Hall adventures.

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    6/25 3 PM: Waddle's World

    Waddle and Silvy break down their conversation with Tiago Splitter and Bryson Graham and discuss their confidence level in the new direction of the Bulls. Then, they get weird in Waddle's World.

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    6/25 2 PM: Bryson Graham and Tiago Splitter

    Waddle and Silvy recap a Cubs win and "The Dansby Day" before they are joined by the Bulls' top figureheads, Bryson Graham and Tiago Splitter.

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    6/24: The Waddle & Silvy FAFO Show- Pt II

    Waddle and Silvy continue to F around and find out with listeners and callers over the latest developments in Chicago sports.

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    6/24: The Waddle & Silvy FAFO Show- Pt 1

    The Sox took the mound today so Waddle and Silvy kick their feet up and F around on their livestream.

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    6/24 3 PM: Waddle's World

    Waddle and Silvy discuss a Cubs win and take Sox calls from Rate Field before they run through Waddle's World.

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    6/24 2 PM: Bulls begin a new era

    Waddle and Silvy are joined by Jordan Cornette react to the Bulls' selection of Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain as the Bulls begin a new chapter of their storied franchise. They also discuss the bizarreness of a Cubs win and the White Sox on the cusp of a sweep.

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    6/23 5 PM: Michael Wilbon

    Waddle and Silvy are joined by Michael Wilbon for his weekly conversation. Then, they discuss the NBA Draft with listeners.

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    6/23 4 PM: Jon Scheyer

    Waddle and Silvy relive "The Sandberg Game" in Tales From the Stylist's Chair before they're joined by Duke Men's Basketball Coach Jon Scheyer.

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    6/23 3 PM: Bulls (almost) on the clock

    Waddle and Silvy break down what options may be available to the Bulls with the 4th overall pick. Then, they run through Waddle's World.

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    6/23 2 PM: The comeback Sox

    Waddle and Silvy discuss a big win for the White Sox after they took down Cleveland in Game 1 of a big-time June series. They also discuss the Sox bullpen struggles and how they can address them down the stretch.

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    6/22 5 PM: Jesse Rogers

    Waddle and Silvy are joined by Jesse Rogers to discuss how the White Sox can get off the matt after a Tigers sweep. Then, they run through Aki's A-List.

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    6/22 3 PM: Waddle's World

    Waddle and Silvy discuss the mystery of Nico Hoerner and what's caused his fall-off. Then, they run through Waddle's World.

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    6/22 2 PM: Polarizing PCA

    Waddle and Silvy discuss PCA's continued surge and insertion into MVP talks. They also discuss why he's become such a polarizing player and why fans of other teams seem to love rooting against him.

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    6/17 5 PM: Michael Wilbon

    Silvy and J-Hood are live from Grip It and Sip it as they talk to Michael Wilbon! Wilbon discusses what he thinks the Bulls should do with the #4 pick in the upcoming NBA draft, and about the Knicks finally winning the NBA Championship.

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    6/17 4PM: Tristan Peters

    Silvy, J-Hood, and Charlie are live from Grip It and Sip It! White Sox centerfielder Tristan Peters joins the show to talk about his past as a Savannah Banana and his time on the White Sox this season. The guys listen to audio from new Bulls HC Tiago Splitter from his introductory press conference, plus Aki's A-List!

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    6/17 3PM: Barstool Big Cat

    J-Hood, Silvy, and Charlie are live from Grip It and Sip It! The guys listen to audio from Jason Kipnis from last night's Cubs postgame show... is he questioning Edward Cabrera's injury? Then, Barstool Big Cat joins the guys to talk about the Cubs sucking, and if he would trade the entire Cubs roster for the Sox roster??

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    6/17 2PM: The Cubs are a DEAD Team!

    Silvy, J-Hood, and Charlie are live from Grip It and Sip it as they start the show talking about how Hood's Sox are flying and Silvy's Cubs are DEAD! They talk about Swanson's slump along with the rest of the team offensively. They listen to an interesting audio bite from Hoerner and talk about the Cubs injuries, while also taking calls on them. Plus, it is BRUTAL weather out there at Grip It & Sip It! Jackets in June?

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    6/16 5 PM: Jesse Rogers

    Waddle and Silvy are joined by Jesse Rogers for a Cubs update before Jed Hoyer meets the media.

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    6/16 4 PM: Rick Brunson

    Waddle and Silvy are joined by Knicks assistant coach and father of Jalen Brunson, Rick Brunson. Then, they run through Aki's A-List.

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    6/16 3 PM: It's time to sit Dansby

    Waddle and Silvy discuss a truly alarming development of numbers for Dansby Swanson and his performance this season. Then, they run through Waddle's World.

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    6/16 2 PM: Miguel Vargas

    Waddle and Silvy are joined by White Sox third-baseman Miguel Vargas to discuss the ascending White Sox and his time with the team. They also discuss Pete Crow-Armstrong hitting for the cycle and getting picked off at first.

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    6/15 3 PM: Connor McKnight

    Waddle and Silvy recap a successful White Sox weekend with their old friend, Connor McKnight. Then, they run through Waddle's World.

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    6/15 2 PM: How high can the Sox fly?

    Waddle and Silvy recap a great weekend of baseball in Chicago and discuss just how high they think the White Sox should set their hopes and expectations.

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    6/12 4 PM: What to Watch For

    Silvy and Tyler discuss the state of play in the NBA Finals before they set your weekend viewing in What to Watch For.

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    6/12 4 PM: What to Watch For

    Tyler and Silvy discuss a wedding conundrum for certain Knicks fans. Then they run through Aki's A-List and set your weekend viewing with What to Watch For.

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    6/12 3 PM: Florida or Ohio

    Silvy and Tyler break down Jurko's handsome producer rankings before they continue their White Sox conversation. Then, they run through Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

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    6/12 2 PM: A big White Sox test

    Silvy and Tyler preview a huge White Sox series coming down the pike for the Dodgers. They discuss how their expectations have changed and what the White Sox can prove this weekend.

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    6/11 5 PM: Jeff Joniak

    Silvy and Tyler are joined by Jeff Joniak to discuss his observations from Bears minicamp before the boys run through Aki's A-List with Justin Pottinger.

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    6/11 4 PM: Quick Bitch

    Silvy and Tyler get some frustrations off their chest in Quick Bitch before they discuss the possibility of new Bears' alternate uniforms.

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    6/11 3 PM: Caleb's next step

    Silvy and Tyler discuss Jack McGrath's response to Tyler taking his fan card. Then, they discuss what they heard from Caleb Williams at the podium today. Then, they run through Waddle's World.

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    6/11 2 PM: Braden Montgomery

    Tyler Aki fills in for Waddle as he and Silvy break down the rising White Sox and the falling Cubs. Then, they are joined by Braden Montgomery to discuss his MLB debut and his time so far with the White Sox.

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    6/10 5 PM: Aki's A-List

    Waddle and Silvy relive Braden Montgomery's magical night before they run through Aki's A-List.

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    6/10 4 PM: Barstool Big Cat

    Waddle and Silvy are joined by Barstool Big Cat for his weekly conversation. Then, they discuss what they heard from Halas Hall today before they break down why the Cubs should put up numbers tonight.

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    6/10 3 PM: 80s Night?

    Waddle and Silvy discuss the 80s Night broadcast from CHSN before they run through Waddle's World and play Florida or Ohio.

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    6/10 2 PM: Braden Montgomery walks it off

    Waddle and Silvy react to a magical debut from Braden Montgomery and talk to Sox fans about how they feel after last night.

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    6/9 5 PM: Michael Wilbon

    PTI's Michael Wilbon joins Waddle and Silvy for his weekly conversation. Then, Jesse Rogers stops by to discuss Colson Montgomery Day and the Sox ascension

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    6/9 4 PM: Tales From the Stylist's Chair

    Waddle and Silvy discuss what Adam Amin had to say about their friend Stacey King. They also discuss Game 3 of the NBA Finals and relive Michael Jordan's flu game in Tales From the Stylist's Chair.

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    6/9 3 PM: Courtney Cronin

    Waddle and Silvy are joined by Courtney Cronin for an update on the latest from Bears minicamp. Then, they run through Waddle's World.

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    6/9 2 PM: Who's the best executive in town?

    After Chris Getz has flipped the script on him and the White Sox, Waddle and Silvy discuss who the best GM is in town.

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    6/8 5 PM: Horace Grant

    NBA Champion and former teammate of Stacey King's, Horace Grant, joins Waddle and Silvy to discuss his experience with a true Chicago 1 of 1. They also run through Aki's A-List and talk about Stacey King's legacy

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    6/8 4 PM: Adam Amin

    Stacey King's broadcast partner Adam Amin joins Waddle and Silvy to discuss his thoughts and emotions at the passing of his friend and colleague. They discuss what made him special and how dearly he will be missed.

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    6/8 3 PM: Remembering Stacey King

    Waddle and Silvy continue their discussion about Stacey King and remember an iconic Chicago broadcaster.

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    6/8 2 PM: RIP Stacey King

    Waddle and Silvy remember a Chicago staple in Stacey King (1967-2026). They discuss what made him so iconic as a broadcaster and discuss his most iconic calls and Stacey-isms. They also give the floor to fans to remember Stacey and his greatest moments.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Former Bear Tom Waddle and longtime Chicago sports reporter Marc ‘Silvy’ Silverman love to talk all things Chicago sports and more.

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Former Bear Tom Waddle and longtime Chicago sports reporter Marc ‘Silvy’ Silverman love to talk all things Chicago sports and more.

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