Bears & Beers

Bears vs Saints Wild Card Playoff Postgame Report. Da Bears lose 21-9; really 21-3! This game was fitting based on the entire season: admirable defense (minus Eddie Jackson) and zero offense! Who should return? What do the Bears need? Ryan Fitzmagic and draft a QB? Plus, our postseason predictions. We thank Bears and Beers Nation as we wrap Season 1.

Bears and Beers previews Da Bears wild card playoff matchup vs the Saints.  New Orleans was 12-4 this season and is favored by 10 points in this game.  For the first time since earlier this season, Brees, Thomas and Kamara will be together.  The Bears will be missing Roquan, Mooney and Skrine.  Can the offense control the ball again while not turning it over?  Can the D eliminate chunk plays?

We highlight Abita Brewery and their Bourbon Street line, along with the Jackamo and Wrought Iron IPA.  This brewery is much more that Purple Haze!

Our stories run through memorable New Orleans/Saints games including Super Bowl XX, the 2006 NFC Title Game, the Zack Miller game and Ditka's Soldier Field pre-season return.

Go Bears!

Da Bears vs Green Bay Week 17 Postgame Report.  Bears lose 35-16 but still sneak into the playoffs. Why was Trevathan matched up on MVS? Where was Eddie Jackson today? Da Bears dominate in time of possession and yardage but the Packers scored TDs in the red zone. Da Beloved missed Roquan Smith, showing how truly valuable he is! The man is an All Pro. Can we give the Saints a game? Tune in for next weeks pregame podcast. Go Bears!

Flipka’s epic Packer/Wisconsin rant deserved its own episode. Enjoy and Go Bears!

Bears and Beers preview Da Beloved vs Packers Week 17 must win game.  Win and we are in!  It is time for Da Bears to step up and beat the hated Packers for our city.  

How will our depleted secondary deal with Rodgers and Adams?  Fuller to shadow him?  The Packers lost Bakhtiari this week for the season, creating a huge opportunity for a stout pash rush.  

Offensively, tempo and being aggressive are key.  Play our game, with this revamped offense and offensive line.  Quietly, David Montgomery is the 5th highest rusher in the NFL.  

Huge opportunity and stage for Mitch, Nagy and Pace.  All can solidify their status with a big victory today.  Get it done!  

Augustino's Rock and Roll Deli in Carol Stream and West Chicago are our sponsor.  We debate getting a platter of sub sandwiches or Italian beefs for the 3 pm kick.  CZ says, why not both?  Either way, giardiniera is a must!

We highlight shitty Wisconsin beers like Old Milwaukee, PBR, and Blatz's, including "Titletown Brewery" in Green Bay.  Pretty cocky name when the Packers have had Favre and Rodgers since 1992 and only 2 Super Bowls to show for it.  Their terrible beer includes Green 19 and Dark Helmet. 

Flipka finishes the podcast with a Wisconsin/K Town rant.  He hates the Packers' colors, he hates the fat fans and he hates the state!  

Bear Down damn it!

Bears and Beers preview Da Bears week 16 game vs the Jacksonville Jaguars. After the Cardinals lost, Da Beloved controls their own destiny. JAX controls their destiny for Trevor Lawrence. Easy Bears win or trap game? We feature Three Floyd’s Brewery and discuss them permanently closing their tap room. Story involves a fantasy football championship by Flipka and Walker guilting him into an epic Pequods pizza order! Augies Deli sponsors as always! Go Bears!

Victory Sunday! Da Bears beat the Vikings 33-27, keeping their playoff hopes alive. Montgomery has a career game and Mitch is setting up for a new contract. Some bonus Cubs and Bulls banter as well! Go Bears!

Bears and Beers preview a Week 15 playoff game vs the Vikings.  Both teams are 6-7, one game out of the playoffs, but started the season drastically different.  Da Bears were 5-1 and the Vikes were 1-5.  Who will prevail today and get to .500?  Bears face a tough task with a depleted secondary up against Thielen and Jefferson, along with the NFL's #2 rusher in Dalvin Cook.  Da Bears look to continue an offensive resurgence with our revamped Oline making its 4th start together.  Will Montgomery get more than 11 carries?  Will the offense be tailored to fit Mitch's strengths?

We feature Tighthead Brewery and their Longsnapper IPA, made in collaboration with the longest tenured Chicago Bear, Patrick Mannelly.  Is CZ a fan of this 6% West Coast IPA? Either way, we love Mannelly and the cool tall boy can!  Flipka prefers the 9.7% Old Kaya Dog Barleywine, paired with an Augie's Italian Beef/Sausage Combo!  

One of the best stories of the year, where Flipka explains how he learned to sneak into old Soldier Field and play 3 on 3 football games!  This knowledge allowed Walker to booo straight in Michael McCaskey's face and to stop Ditka's New Orleans Saints' bus.

Recap of Da Bears victory over Houston 36-7, moving within 1 game of the playoffs. What does this mean for Nagy, Pace and Mitch? We conduct a mock interview between Pace and McCaskey. Why should you stay Ryan? Can the Bears trust him with another QB decision? Sponsored by Augies Deli