Former Bears Coach Mike Ditka joins this episode of the “Grow Wire Podcast,” which was recorded during a live event in Chicago—just in time for football season! Hear about the people who helped mold him into a great athlete and subsequent coach (4:43) as well as his thoughts on football today, how the game has changed and how players have transformed (9:08). He reveals some of the players he greatly admires in the league right now and explains why he believes the Bears are headed for the Super Bowl this year (13:41). Ditka also addresses the experiences that encouraged his transition from a great player into an even better coach (17:47) and dives into some of his other passions beyond the field (24:39). He concludes by fielding some questions from the audience, including what it takes to manage a successful team and the paramount moments from his career, both on and off the field (31:40). You won’t want to miss this one!

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