Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast
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Take The North: A Chicago Bears Podcast
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote host Take The North, which covers the latest Chicago Bears news and storylines every week. The duo promises to bring you informed, compelling, honest and responsible analysis of all the latest topics surrounding Da Bears.
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Who will be the Bears top pass catcher in 2026?
Dan Wiederer and Ruthie Polinsky answer who they believe will be the Bears top receiving threat in the upcoming season.
What is the most compelling aspect of Caleb Williams heading into 2026?
Dan Wiederer and guest host Ruthie Polinsky of CHSN discuss what aspects of Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' development they are most intrigued by h...
Is there something Ben Johnson can improve on this season?
Dan Wiederer and guest host Ruthie Polinsky of CHSN discuss if there is anything they believe Bears head coach Ben Johnson can do better in his second...
[FULL EPISODE] How can Ben Johnson improve in 2026?
Ruthie Polinsky of CHSN sits in for a vacationing Mark Grote for this one! Her and Dan Wiederer give each other a Bears pop quiz...three questions the...
Is Ben Johnson a Top 10 NFL head coach?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to Bears coach Ben Johnson not making PFF's list of Top 10 NFL head coaches.
Wiederer & Grote's Top 10 QBs Pt. 2
The second five of Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote's Top 10 NFL quarterbacks.
Wiederer & Grote's Top 10 QBs Pt. 1
The first five of Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote's list of Top 10 NFL quarterbacks.
[FULL EPISODE] It's our 500th episode!
It's a special occasion as this marks our 500th episode! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote begin by looking back a bit on the history of the podcast and tha...
Tom Brady had some extremely high praise for Joe Thuney
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Tom Brady's high praise for his former teammate, current Bears guard Joe Thuney.
Who scares us most in the NFC North?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss which team they believe is the biggest threat to the Bears in the NFC North.
Mark Schlereth doesn't think Caleb Williams is a good QB
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to NFL analyst Mark Schlereth's recent criticism of Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. Is it fair to call him a great...
[FULL EPISODE] Can we call Caleb Williams a "good" QB yet?
Dan Wiederer is back! He returns from his vacation alongside Mark Grote and the guys dive right into something that caught the attention of Bears fans...
Dan McNeil calls Brian Urlacher the greatest ever Bears defensive player
Dan McNeil believes Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher is the Bears best defensive player of all time. He explains why for Mark Grote.
Why does Dan McNeil think Green Bay has out-paced the Bears since the 90s?
Dan McNeil tells Mark Grote why he believes the Packers have been so much better than the Bears since the 1990s - and it's not just because of the qua...
Dan McNeil doesn't think Montez Sweat has lived up to his contract
Dan McNeil explains for Mark Grote why he has historically been harsh on Bears pass rushers, and why he believes defensive end Montez Sweat has not li...
[FULL EPISODE] Dan McNeil talks Bears past, present & future
We have a special treat in this one, as longtime Chicago sports radio host Dan McNeil joins Mark Grote for some Bears conversation! Mac discusses his...
Did the Bears do enough to make their offensive line stable?
Mark Grote and guest host Mark Potash discuss the Bears slightly restructured offensive line. Will a new center and new left tackle be enough to keep...
Did the Bears do enough to improve their DB room?
Mark Grote and guest host Mark Potash discuss the Bears rebuilt defensive back room, along with the rest of the defense.
Has Grote been to critical of Caleb Williams?
Mark Grote and guest host Mark Potash discuss some of their own critiques of Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. Is it possible we have been too critica...
[FULL EPISODE] What is fair and unfair criticism of Caleb Williams?
Dan Wiederer is on vacation, so our friend Mark Potash sits in with Mark Grote for this one! The guys dive into a deep conversation on Bears quarterba...
How do we feel about the Bears linebacker room?
During their mailbag episode, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote take a look at the Bears linebacker room. Is there enough there for the Bears defense to be...
Is 2026 a make-or-break season for Rome Odunze?
During their mailbag episode, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote ponder how important this season is for Bears receiver Rome Odunze.
What are the chances Logan Jones starts this season?
During their mailbag episode, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss whether rookie center Logan Jones can earn the starting job this year.
[FULL EPISODE] (Another) Mailbag episode!
We got so many questions for our previous mailbag episode that we had to do a second one! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote tackle a wide range of Bears inq...
Is Nickelback a good band?
Things go completely off the rails when Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote are asked if they think Nickelback is a good band.
How is it possible to feel good about the Bears defensive line?
During their mailbag episode, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer discuss the Bears defensive line. Is there a way to spin this group as more than just OK at...
Are we OK with the Bears current DB depth?
During their mailbag episode, Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer answer a listener question regarding the depth the Bears have in their secondary.
[FULL EPISODE] Mailbag episode!
It's been awhile since we took questions from the audience, so that's exactly what Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote do in this one! Our listeners asked. Ou...
Can anyone just submit a proposal for a Bears stadium location?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the latest municipality to come out with a proposal for a Bears stadium site. Can anyone make these proposals?!?
Bears will have joint practices with two teams during training camp
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote like the fact that the Bears will take part in joint practices with two different teams during training camp.
Are the Bears actually making progress with lawmakers on legislation to stay in Illinois?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the latest developments in the ongoing Bears stadium project saga. It sounds like the team is beginning to work wi...
[FULL EPISODE] Bears working with Illinois on legislation to stay in the state
The ongoing Bears stadium saga is making headlines yet again! Various reports indicate the team is working with Illinois lawmakers on crafting legisla...
State representative believes the Bears can still build a stadium in Illinois
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear State Rep. Kam Buckner explain on WGN-TV just how much the state of Illinois is still talking with the Bears about th...
How does Ben Johnson 'weaponize' his offensive line?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear former NFL lineman Terron Armstead explain for FOX-32 the way in which Bears head coach Ben Johnson "weaponizes" his...
[FULL EPISODE] State representative Kam Buckner doesn't think the Bears are done with Illinois
It's become more and more clear in the time since the Bears announced they're "moving forward" with pursuing a new stadium in Indiana that the team is...
Wiederer's game show: Bears player or Chicago alderman?
Dan Wiedere has Mark Grote and producer Adam Studzinski face off in his much-anticipated game show: Bears player or Chicago alderman?
Why is Caleb Williams grateful for his tumultuous rookie season?
Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Bears quarterback Caleb Williams explain for Chris Simms why he doesn't regret the rookie season he had.
Bears players continue to vibe with Ben Johnson's competitive nature
We continue to hear how Bears players are embracing head coach Ben Johnson's fierce competitiveness. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear from quarterback...
[FULL EPISODE] Caleb Williams is grateful for his rookie year
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams told Chris Simms on his podcast, Chris Simms Unbuttoned, that he's grateful for his chaotic rookie season. Dan Wieder...
Observations from the final day of Bears minicamp
Dan Wiederer shares for Mark Grote the top notes he had from the final day of Bears mandatory minicamp.