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Domestic Draft
The Domestic Draft Podcast is a Chicago sports and craft beer podcast co-hosted by Dan Slowik and Evan Bierman. The podcast aims to keep you up to date on the latest happenings with the Chicago Cubs, Bulls and Bears as well as the latest in sports and other trending topics. The podcast provides insight from a Chicago resident as well as a transplant currently living in San Diego. New Breweries in the Chicago and San Diego area's are highlighted weekly. A new episode drops every Wednesday afternoon.
Episodes
177 episodes
Bulls Talk with Drew Stevens
With the 4th of July around the corner, there’s no better time to catch up on what’s heating up in Chicago!This week, we’re joined by Drew Stevens from The Bigs Media to break down the Lonzo Ball trade and the NBA Draft. Drew also ...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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44:56
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The Rise of PCA
The Cubs may not be leading the division, but one thing is clear: Pete Crow-Armstrong has arrived. In this episode, the guys break down the Cubs' rollercoaster season and spotlight the breakout no one saw coming. Is PCA really an MVP candidate?...
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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33:25
Belly Up: Cubs lead the NL Central
We're back with Episode 2 of our Belly Up series! This week we break down the Cubs’ strong start as they sit atop the NL Central, we dive into what’s driving the offensive surge, why Dan is already eating crow on PCA, and what still ne...
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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28:31
Building the Monster: Bears Draft Reactions w/ Jacob Infante
On this episode of The Domestic Draft Podcast, the guys are joined by Jacob Infante—Lead NFL Draft Analyst, Bears blogger for @WCGridiron, and Draft Analyst for Pro Football Network—to break down the Chicago Bears' 2025 Draft Class.We go...
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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54:02
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Belly Up: Bears, Bulls & Cubs
On this episode of the Domestic Draft Podcast, Dan and Evan crack open a new series called “Belly Up”—a throwback to their weekly barstool catch-ups back in the Chicago days. Just like old times, they’re diving deep into Chicago sports...
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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36:05
Bears Offseason & Draft Talk w/ Alex Shapiro
On this episode of The Domestic Draft Podcast, the guys welcome Alex Shapiro, digital content creator for CHSN and co-host of The Charter Podcast alongside Ruthie Polinsky and Clay Harbor! With the NFL Draft right around the corner, th...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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41:42
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March Madness Prediction Show
March Madness is here! Evan and Dan are back with their annual bracket prediction show on The Domestic Draft Podcast! 🏆 From Cinderella stories to Final Four locks, the guys break down the matchups, highlight potential upsets, and give their be...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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28:16
Cubs Season Preview w/ Eugene McIntosh
On this episode of The Domestic Draft Podcast, the guys welcome Eugene McIntosh, managing editor and co-founder of The Bigs Media, as well as a proud member of the BBWAA (Baseball Writers Association of America). Eugene shares stories about his...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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39:00
What's New? w/ Barley & Sword Brewing Co.
Today, we welcome back Mike Howell, founder and head brew master of Barley & Sword Brewing Company in San Diego! Two years after opening his brewery, Mike has found incredible success—so much so that he recently took the leap to brew full-t...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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43:10
New Year, New Bears? w/Herb Howard
Is this finally the turning point for the Chicago Bears, or are we setting ourselves up for heartbreak yet again? 🤔Dan and Evan welcome back Herb Howard, Bears reporter for The Bigs Media, to break down what feels like a franchi...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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51:28
Ben Johnson to the Bears w/ Kyle Williams
What happens when one of the brightest minds in football meets the Chicago Bears? Tune in as we welcome Kyle Williams, Chicago Sun-Times sports writer and producer of The Full Go podcast with Jason Goff, to break it all down.In ...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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49:19
Who Should Be the Next Bears Head Coach?
In this episode, we dive deep into the future of the Chicago Bears and explore potential candidates for the head coaching role. Could Ben Johnson’s innovative offensive mind be the answer? Would Mike Vrabel’s leadership style revitalize the tea...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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35:51
Thomas Brown & Fantasy Football Playoff preview
In today’s episode, we discuss the firing of Matt Eberflus and give our thoughts on Thomas Brown’s potential as the Bears’ interim head coach. Then, we look ahead to the future of the Bears’ coaching staff, exploring the top candidates wh...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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30:05
Fire Flus. Caleb's the Guy
This week, we dive into the complete negligence and ineptitude of Matt Eberflus during his time as head coach of the Chicago Bears. (Spoiler alert: this episode was recorded just before his firing, which finally answered our call!) We brea...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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35:12
Bears in London & Fantasy Football Recap
In today's episode, we analyze the Chicago Bears' recent success! Is Caleb Williams truly leading a turnaround for this team? Later, we break down the fantasy football landscape with a look ahead on must-add players to help you dominate for the...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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38:31
Fantasy Football Reality Check
This week, we dive into how the fantasy football season is shaping up so far! From late-round steals that are making waves to first-round picks that just aren’t delivering, this episode has everything a die-hard fantasy player needs to stay ahe...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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37:24
Caleb Williams Debut w/ Greg Braggs
In this episode, we are joined by Greg Braggs of CHGO Bears to break down Caleb Williams' highly anticipated NFL debut! We explore Williams' performance, examining both the highs and lows and what they might signal for the Chicago Bears' ...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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48:07
Fantasy Football Week 1 Recap: Surprises, Disappointments, and Everything in Between
In this episode, we break down the highs and lows from Week 1 of fantasy football! Christian McCaffrey and Aaron Rodgers left fans disappointed, while unexpected stars like J.K. Dobbins and Xavier Worthy delivered big surprises. Whether your te...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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37:49
Chicago Bars
In this episode, we are joined by the man behind the popular X (formerly Twitter) account, @chicagobars! Known for his deep knowledge of the Chicago bar and brewery scene, "Mr. Bars" shares insider tips, hidden gems, and his expert take ...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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47:11
Hard Knocks & NFL Division Predictions
On this episode, we dive into Episode 3 of Hard Knocks, analyzing how the show is portraying the Chicago Bears and what it means for the upcoming season. Are the Bears finally turning a corner, or is the show painting an overly optimistic pictu...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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33:36
Fantasy Football QB's & Hard Knocks
Today, we dive into the highly anticipated first episode of Hard Knocks, featuring our Chicago Bears! We share our insights into how Caleb Williams and Coach Matt Eberflus were portrayed and analyze the overall depiction of the Bears organizati...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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37:20
Win your Fantasy Football league in 2024 w/ John Daigle
This episode of The Domestic Draft Podcast is packed with all the insights you need to dominate your home fantasy football league! We are thrilled to welcome back special guest John Daigle from Establish the Run, who shares his expert strategie...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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57:17
Do the Cubs need a change at the top? w/ Evan Altman
In today's episode, we welcome special guest, Evan Altman from Cubs Insider! We dissect the Chicago Cubs' challenging season including the team's struggles on and off the field. We explore whether the root of the problem lies within the managem...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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43:58
Bulls Rebuilding w/ CHGO's Big Dave
On today's episode, we welcome special guest, Big Dave from CHGO Bulls, to dive deep into the latest developments with the Chicago Bulls! The conversation centers around the Bulls' recent roster moves and the decision to embark on a rebuild. Bi...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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37:17
Are The Bulls Rebuilding?
On today's episode, we dive into the latest moves by the Chicago Bulls, highlighting the exciting new additions to the team! We discuss the drafting of Matas Buzelis with the 11th overall pick and the strategic trade for Josh Giddey, exploring ...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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37:40
