Angles & Attitudes

Doc's broadcasting career began in 1973 when he became the radio play-by-play voice of the Port Huron Flags in the International Hockey League. For 50 years Doc called games with the same passion and excitement that he did when he called his first Flags game.  His awards are too numerous to mention, Hockey Hall of Famer, Emmy winner.

He sits down with John and Mark to share stories from his journey of becoming the Voice of Hockey.

Legendary Chicago sports media personality Mike North, spends time with the guys to remicense about sports and life "back in the day".  Mike's takes us on his journey from Senn HS to Belmont Ave. to what he's up to now. Pour yourself a cocktail and let Angles & Attitudes do the rest.

Former WBBM Channel 2 anchor Rob Johnson stops by for a visit.  Rob shares stories from his career and discusses his new career with Rob Johnson Communications offering media training, executive coaching, public relations, image building, crisis management and related services.

Esteemed MLB scout Chris Bourjos joins John and Mark to discuss his MLB career on the field and as a scout.  He shares stories of growing up on the sandlots of Chicago where a true hop was never to be found.  Chris also gets a bit emotional when telling the story of Roy Halladay who he scouted and after a brilliant career his life was cut short in a plane crash.  Before we finished Chris talked about the state of the game  and how he would build a Big League ballclub.

Former Blackhawk and Hartford Whaler, and current Chicago Wolves color analyst joins John and Mark in this episode to discuss a wide range of hockey related topics.   Billy is forced to acknowledge that he was once named MVP on a team that included Wayne Gretzky and how his friendship grew with Wayne and Walter.  Billy also explains with candor why or how some of the changes occurred in the Hawks booth and that he is most proud of his 20 plus years with the Chicago Wolves.

Award winning author David Dupuis visits with the boys in this episode.  David discusses the process around his books as well as each of the subjects, former NHL greats Pierre Pilote, Terry Sawchuk, and Red Kelley.  David also shares his inspiration and passion around his historical fiction series, Seven Sins of Hildegard.

Fox Sports "Five Tool" player joins John and Mark to discuss a wide range of topics from his OJ Simpson interview  to his Sunday afternoons in an NFL booth.  Chris also shares his experiences from  his ESPN days as well as the fun he is currently having hosting "Chris and Tell" on Marque Sports.

Rocky's nephew Chris and Mark Sommers Author of  Rocky Colavito: Cleveland's Iconic Slugger, join the podcast to revisit Rocky's career and state their case for Rocky's baseball immortality in Cooperstown.

Groundbreaking news anchor and nine time Emmy Award Winner, Diann Burns spends some time with John and Mark on the show.  Diann chronicles her career from her newspaper days to her breaking a barrier and becoming the first woman of color to anchor the 10PM news in Chicago in 1994. Diann reveals her love of sports both as a participant and reporter/spectator.  It is clear to Diann that "the numbers" don't always tell the whole story.  We also have a surprise for Diann before the podcasts concludes.

The voice of the Atlanta Braves, Chip Cary joins the boys on this episode.  He shares stories about his broadcast career as well as what it is like to be the son/grandson of broadcasting legends.  Chip also shares his ideas on how to improve "America's Favorite Pastime".