Bernie wonders aloud if the Cardinals are still setup to be overreliant on Paul Goldschmidt and Nolan Arenado as they were in 2022.

Inside the Blues and NHL.com Blues writer Lou Korac joins Bernie to talk about the winners of four straight contests. Lou points out how Robert Thomas and Jordan Kyrou have meshed since being paired together alongside Ivan Barbashev. Lou and Bernie also look into what moves the Blues could make to bolster the lineup.

Bernie questions why the Blues aren't being tied to more trade rumors with pending free agents and the team looking like it could use a minor shakeup. He also looks ahead to what moves John Mozeliak may make for the Cardinals, including a potential reunion with an outfielder from last season.

PowerMizzou.com editor and publisher Gabe DeArmond joins Bernie to preview the Gasparilla Bowl and Thursday night's McBride and Son Homes Braggin' Rights contest that will be heard on 590 The Fan. Gabe expresses optimism for the basketball team that even if it doesn't win vs. Illinois, it can still be competitive deep into the season. Gabe also takes a look at some of the recruits expected to sign on the early signing day.

Bernie plays some of the highlights from Frank Cusumano's television interview with Cardinals president of baseball operations John Mozeliak. Bernie highlights and analyzes why the Cardinals turned to Willson Contreras, why John Mozeliak is bullish about his pitching, and when Jordan Walker could debut with the major league team.

Bernie pauses from the rigors of the sports world to take a few minutes and discuss his favorite Christmas/holiday movies of all-time.

Bernie recaps the Blues' win over Vancouver with Jordan Kyrou's breakout performance. He also speculates about Carlos Correa's signing being delayed by an issue with his physical. He then laments not pursuing a career as a consultant after Mizzou announced it is hiring a firm to assess its athletic department.

Bernie talks about if the recent signings of Dansby Swanson and Jameson Taillon will be enough to propel the Cubs back into relevancy.

Bernie previews the Blues' Monday night matchup against the Vancouver Canucks. Bernie looks at if the recent winning streak is sign for legitimate optimism as the Canucks won't be a pushover with a lot of offensive talent. Bernie then weighs in on the uptick in NFL quarterback talent this season as he poitns to how so many teams have exciting quarterbacks to watch even stretching beyond the stars.

Football Outsiders editor in chief Aaron Schatz joins Bernie to chat about NFL Week 15. Aaron examines the impact Jaylon Hurts' injury may have on the Eagles long term as he feels like resting him is a precautionary move. Aaron also touches on the emergence of Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence this season now that he can play for a legitimate NFL coach in Doug Pederson.