John is joined by Matt and DJ to preview the Fire's next game against Orlando City SC as GGG looks to improve the performance of the Fire's backline.

Recorded in front of a live audience prior to Hot Takes LIVE S3:E:04 on 4/30/2025.

John is joined by DJ and Tim to discuss what turned out to be a disastrous trip to the Music City for the Fire.

Alex Calabrese interviews Apple TV announcer Tony Husband ahead of the Fire's match against Nashville SC.

John, Matt and DJ preview the first ever USMNT twitter Derby as Gregg Berhalter's Chicago Fire head down to Geodis Park to take on BJ Callaghan' Nashville SC. The guys talk Nashville's surprising start, how the fire can contain Mukhtar and Surridge, and if GGG needs to switch things up to get their fire back to the winning ways from earlier in the year. 

John is joined by Matt and Tim to review a 3-2 home loss to FC Cincinnati. The Fire will face Detroit City FC in the Open Cup.

John is joined by Tim and DJ to discuss the breaking news of a serious inquiry by the Fire to Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne.

https://meninred97.com/sources-chicago-fire-in-chase-to-sign-kevin-de-bruyne/

John is joined by DJ and Tim to breakdown a thrilling (actually) 0-0 draw against 90' of Messi.

The crew reacts to the Fire's nil-nil draw vs a Miami side that had Messi in for 90.

John is joined by Matt, DJ, and Tim to speculate on who is suiting up for both the Fire and Miami this Sunday. Dje D'Avilla is spotted at training. Guti is approaching a return. Miami travel to Chicago  as the Fire look to capitalize to showcase their attack in front of a big crowd.

John is joined by Tim, DJ, and Alan to discuss the impacts of the Fire's injury woes on the first team and how the next men up are performing under pressure. Kellyn Acosta has yet to find his footing, but is he emerging as the heartbeat of the Fire's game? Hugo Cuypers outstanding recent form.