House Of L Podcast

I turn the podcast over to Connor McKnight, who breaks down this sprint of a baseball season for both teams in Chicago. He also breaks down the inherent issues with baseball that forced a 60-game season. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Since I've been asking my students to interview their parents, I thought I should interview mine. I talked with my dad in Episode 114. This time, I talked with mother about growing up in the Civil Rights Era, living on both the West & South Side of Chicago and her career in teaching. You'll also learn how she was the key figure in my broadcasting career. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

One of the most dynamic radio personalities I've ever been around. We talked about his move from The Score to the ESPN family, our days hosting "Wrestlemaniacs" together and what it takes to do this job at the highest level. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I got together with my boys: Camron Smith, Dave Ross and Tyler Jacobs to talk about our shared and misplaced love for the Rocky movie franchise. It's as ridiculous as it sounds and a lot of fun. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

When I think about Cortney Hall, the word "dynamic" comes to mind. When you hear what she has to say about balancing working in hard news with also being the host of timeout & halftime activity at Bulls games you'll understand. The host of Chicago Today sat down with me and we discussed how she's able to toggle between being taken seriously and being fun. She also offered me a teaching tip that I plan on using. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Not many people, love basketball the way Sarah does. Watching her turn that into an incredible career in broadcasting is pretty sweet. We talked about her blazing a trail as the Brooklyn Nets color analyst and why she loves the game so much. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

With the culmination of Juneteenth & Father's Day, I thought it might be a good time to interview my father. Besides being the Notorious D.A.D, he taught in CPS for 37 years, wrote a book on DuSable (The Warrior's Belt) and spent 6 years in the army. And that's just the tip of the iceberg. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

WBBM NewsRadio's fascinating newsman stop by the podcast to talk about working in the age of a pandemic, what he hates about newstalk and starting a church. One of the most interesting interviews this podcast has ever done. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's been a week filled with hard truths on life in our Republic. Here's where I'm at on things...The art work for this episode is that of Astrid Fuller from a mural under the 57th Street viaduct in Hyde Park.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The former Score producer, update anchor and host, talks about his time with the radio station. We discuss why he jumped out of the radio business and whether he really does hate Dan Bernstein. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

She's one of Chicago's treasures on the local comedy scene. Beyond talking about career high notes, like opening for Dave Chappelle & Hannibal Buress last year, we also talked about her famous dad, Mr. T. Some of the stories she tells about growing up around that are amazing. This is a mature conversation...play this one when the kids aren't around.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The most decorated woman in Baseball in history is a mystery to most people. In a follow up from Episode 75, Shakeia Taylor did some digging and what she found out was amazing! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

There's so much about The Last Dance that's been left out about the 91-92 team's trip to the White House. Hodge is one of the most interesting athletes I've ever talked to. His love for Chicago Heights, basketball, and equality are all things to aspire towards. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

WGN's traffic supernova has taken her creativity to a new level during the pandemic. We talked about the challenges of working from home, her origin story and her connection to George Halas. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's weird that someone gets more popular AFTER they're done playing in the NFL, but Anthony "Spice" Adams has become an internet sensation. It wasn't luck...Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

One of the guests that I've been dying to get on the podcast and it was worth the wait. We talked about the struggles of sometimes being the only woman in a locker room. We spent a lot of time talking about those press conferences with Lovie Smith. We discussed her new venture...her podcast with her son: "The Sportscaster & Her Son" Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I got to talk football with Lance, but before we even got to that we discussed why his son wants to play for the Blackhawks, how Jim Miller helped him be a better analyst and why villains make sports better. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rick Camp is back. This time breaking down the Bulls hiring of their presumptive, new VP of Basketball Operations, Arturas Karnisovas. How will this work? Who should he hire? What happens to the folks already here?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rick Camp has some Bulls thoughts that need to get out. So I thought I'd help him in that regard. He's starting a new podcast and I'm happy to produce his Episode 0. If you're an Bulls fan, you need to listen up. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Author. Motivational Speaker. Illini Legend. We talked about all of that and more in this episode.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy