Best Electrical Contracting News Podcasts (2025)

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[FULL EPISODE] What did we learn from Bears rookie minicamp? 47:05

3h ago47:05

47:05

With rookie minicamp in the rearview mirror, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote reflect on what, if anything, we learned from the Bears during their limited time with their new players. It seems clear that head coach Ben Johnson is still figuring out how everything is going to look for his team. Meanwhile, we still aren't sure who's going to play left tac…

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BONUS: Robert Mays talks Bears' aggressive offseason on 670 The Score 21:15

16h ago21:15

21:15

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and our own Mark Grote welcomed on The Athletic Football Show host Robert Mays on 670 The Score in Chicago to discuss the Bears' aggressiveness in making moves this offseason, second-year quarterback Caleb Williams' potential and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audac…

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Why compilers matter (w/ Lukas Schulte) 41:59

2d ago41:59

41:59

In this episode, Tristan Handy and Lukas Schulte, co-founder of SDF Labs and now part of dbt Labs, dive deep into the world of compilers—what they are, how they work, and what they mean for the data ecosystem. SDF, recently acquired by dbt Labs, builds a world-class SQL compiler aimed at abstracting away the complexity of warehouse-specific SQL. Jo…

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Predicting the Bears' 2025 schedule (weeks 13-18) 12:08

4d ago12:08

12:08

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote predict the final six weeks of the Bears' schedule in 2025. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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Predicting the Bears' 2025 schedule (weeks 1-12) 15:09

4d ago15:09

15:09

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote predict the first 12 weeks of the Bears' schedule in 2025. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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The new pope is from Chicago! 9:20

4d ago9:20

9:20

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote celebrate the fact that newly elected Pope Leo XIV is from Chicago! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Audacy

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[FULL EPISODE] Chicago gets a pope, predicting the Bears' 2025 schedule 37:58

5d ago37:58

37:58

Huge news! A Chicago native has been elected pope! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote react to the incredible news to begin this episode. Do we know anyone who has connections to Pope Leo XIV? Later, Wiederer shares his second annual Bears schedule prediction. Grote follows along and predicts which games the Bears will win and which they will lose. To lea…

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BONUS: Carmen Vitali asks for patience as Ben Johnson gets Bears offense going 22:47

5d ago22:47

22:47

While hosting on 670 The Score, our own Mark Grote welcomed on Fox Sports reporter Carmen Vitali, who explained why the Bears' offense may not be flashy to start. Vitali preached the need to have patience as new head coach Ben Johnson gets his scheme implemented. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyi…

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Where will Ozzy Trapilo play during rookie minicamp? 10:27

6d ago10:27

10:27

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss where they expect offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo to play when the Bears conduct their rookie minicamp. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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What should we expect out of rookie running back Kyle Monangai? 11:18

6d ago11:18

11:18

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the conversation surrounding Bears rookie running back Kyle Monangai, a seventh-round pick. The track record of running backs taken that late in the NFL Draft isn't great. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. …

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Did Ben Johnson add a spark to the Bears-Packers rivalry? 10:26

6d ago10:26

10:26

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote analyze Packers coach Matt LaFleur's comments on a recent podcast when asked about a remark that Bears coach Ben Johnson made in his introductory press conference. Is the oldest rivalry in the NFL getting a much-needed spark? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/pri…

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[FULL EPISODE] Bears-Packers rivalry is getting spicy! 38:40

7d ago38:40

38:40

As we make our way through the NFL calendar, the next stop is rookie minicamp! In this episode, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote talk through what they expect out of the Bears and their rookies this upcoming weekend. We'll all have our eyes on receiver Luther Burden III's explosiveness. And where will offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo line up for this camp?…

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Caleb Williams continues to be set up for success | Upper Hand Fantasy 3:50

8d ago3:50

3:50

From Upper Hand Fantasy (subscribe here), Faraz Siddiqi talks about the Bears' additions of tight end Colston Loveland and receiver Luther Burden III in the NFL Draft and how they can help quarterback Caleb Williams in his second NFL season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy …

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Do the Bears need to add to their running back room? 10:42

9d ago10:42

10:42

Dan Wiederer, Mark Grote and FOX 32 reporter Cassie Carlson discuss the Bears' current group of running backs. Do they need to add another running back to get this offense to where head coach Ben Johnson wants it to be? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your …

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How did Cassie Carlson react to the Bears picking Luther Burden III? 14:05

9d ago14:05

14:05

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote were a little shocked when the Bears picked receiver Luther Burden III in the second round of the NFL Draft. So how did FOX 32 reporter Cassie Carlson react? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastc…

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How does Cassie Carlson think Colston Loveland fits with the Bears? 10:41

9d ago10:41

10:41

FOX 32 reporter Cassie Carlson tells Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote what she thinks about new Bears tight end Colston Loveland, whom Chicago selected in the first round of the NFL Draft. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastcho…

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[FULL EPISODE] Cassie Carlson of FOX 32 breaks down the Bears draft class! 42:05

10d ago42:05

42:05

We continue breaking down this Bears draft class with another special guest! Cassie Carlson of FOX 32 in Chicago joins Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote to offer her thoughts on the new additions. How does she feel about tight end Colston Loveland? Was she shocked by the selection of receiver Luther Burden III in the second round? And do the Bears need a…

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Does Charles Davis think the Bears should have drafted a running back sooner? 9:50

11d ago9:50

9:50

Dan Wiederer, Mark Grote and NFL Network and NFL on CBS analyst Charles Davis discuss what was a great running back draft class. Why does Davis think the Bears didn't take a running back before the seventh round? And does he like the one they did draft in Kyle Monangai? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.…

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What does Charles Davis like about Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III? 11:42

11d ago11:42

11:42

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote ask NFL Network and NFL on CBS analyst Charles Davis what he thinks of the Bears' first two picks in the 2025 NFL Draft. What about tight end Colston Loveland's route running stands out? And why is receiver Luther Burden III more than just your average slot receiver prospect? To learn more about listener data and our pri…

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Charles Davis expects a jump from Caleb Williams this season 16:18

11d ago16:18

16:18

NFL Network and NFL on CBS analyst Charles Davis explains to Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote why we should expect more from Bears quarterback Caleb Williams in 2025. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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[FULL EPISODE] Charles Davis explains what he likes about the Bears draft class 48:48

12d ago48:48

48:48

What a treat in this one! Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote are joined by NFL Network and NFL on CBS analyst Charles Davis to discuss the new Bears draft class. Davis explains what he likes about tight end Colston Loveland and what he sees in receiver Luther Burden III. Plus, what does Davis think quarterback Caleb Williams needs to do to take the next s…

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Luther Burden III joins crowded Bears WR room | Reception Perception 11:05

12d ago11:05

11:05

From Reception Perception (subscribe here), Matt Harmon and James Koh discuss what receiver Luther Burden III adds that the Bears offense didn't already have and how it impacts the outlook for the other Chicago wideouts. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your…

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Global events shaping the commodities markets 26:25

13d ago26:25

26:25

Markets this week have been shaped by a volley of global events, each leaving its mark on commodities and freight. We’ve seen flat performances across dry freight indexes, despite slight gains in Capesize and Panamax sectors, and a muted Supramax uptick offset by minor losses in Handys. Oil and equity markets? Responding to political developments, …

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How will Colston Loveland impact the Bears offense? 8:18

14d ago8:18

8:18

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the Bears' eight-player draft class. In particular, how will new tight end Colston Loveland impact the offense? Is there any threat to veteran tight end Cole Kmet's job? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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Bears have a lot of mouths to feed on offense 14:01

14d ago14:01

14:01

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote look at the plethora of weapons the Bears find themselves with on offense now. How will head coach Ben Johnson keep everyone happy? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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We already love Shemar Turner 11:46

14d ago11:46

11:46

Dan Wiederer and Mark Gote discuss new Bears defensive tackle Shemar Turner. His first press conference got us fired up! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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[FULL EPISODE] Draft Bonanza #2: Electric Boogaloo! 1:11:50

15d ago1:11:50

1:11:50

We have another draft bonanza! With the Bears draft class completed, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote have collected 15 topics structured around the team's new players. How do we feel about the Bears taking a receiver in the second round? Is the running back room as it stands what the Bears will take into the season? How will head coach Ben Johnson keep…

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The evolution of databases (w/ Wolfram Schulte) 54:17

16d ago54:17

54:17

In the first episode of our new season on developer experience, the cofounder and CTO of SDF Labs, now a part of dbt Labs, discusses databases, compilers, and dev tools. Wolfram spent close to two decades in Microsoft Research and several years at Meta building their data platform. For full show notes and to read 6+ years of back issues of the podc…

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[FULL EPISODE] Bears make 3 picks in 2nd round of NFL Draft 30:38

18d ago30:38

30:38

The Bears made a trade on the second day of the NFL Draft that led them to have three picks in the second round. Mark Grote and Dan Wiederer begin by discussing the Bears' first addition of the day — Missouri receiver Luther Burden III. It's clear he was the best player on the Bears' draft board at that point. And how do the guys feel about the Bea…

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What players could the Bears pick in the 2nd round of the NFL Draft? 9:27

18d ago9:27

9:27

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote turn their attention to the second round of the NFL Draft, where the Bears hold two picks close together. What players could we see fall to them? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/a…

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Will Colston Loveland be ready for training camp? 10:39

18d ago10:39

10:39

New Bears tight end Colston Loveland had surgery on his shoulder at the end of his final season at Michigan. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss whether Loveland will be ready for training camp. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https:/…

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Did the Bears' selection of Colston Loveland feel anticlimactic? 10:31

18d ago10:31

10:31

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the Bears taking Michigan tight end Colston Loveland at No. 10 overall in the NFL Draft. Did the decision feel anticlimactic in the moment even if we like the player? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

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[FULL EPISODE] Bears select Colston Loveland at #10 in the NFL Draft! 32:55

19d ago32:55

32:55

The Bears stayed put at No. 10 overall in the NFL Draft on Thursday evening and selected Michigan tight end Colston Loveland. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the pick. Did it feel somewhat anti-climactic even if we like the player? And did the Bears ever consider moving up in the draft? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practice…

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Why does Ryan Poles think this draft could get 'wild'? 14:39

19d ago14:39

14:39

In a press conference Tuesday, Bears general manager Ryan Poles shared his belief that this NFL Draft could get "wild." Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear Poles explain why he thinks that. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcast…

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Everyone is ready for the NFL Draft to get here 11:10

19d ago11:10

11:10

The countdown to the NFL Draft is nearly over. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the vibes at Halas Hall as the Bears make their final preparations for a crucial draft. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adch…

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T.J. Edwards & Rome Odunze win the Brian Piccolo Award! 11:58

19d ago11:58

11:58

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the Bears' annual tradition of handing out the Brian Piccolo Award to a veteran and a rookie. The winners for the 2024 season were linebacker T.J. Edwards and receiver Rome Odunze. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad …

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[FULL EPISODE] Ryan Poles thinks this could be a 'wild' draft 46:18

20d ago46:18

46:18

The NFL Draft is nearly here! As the Bears make their final preparations, general manager Ryan Poles and assistant general manager Ian Cunningham met the media Tuesday for the last time before draft day. Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote walk through the highlights in this one. Why does Poles think this draft could get "wild?" And does he think offensive…

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This is an important draft for Ryan Poles 19:05

21d ago19:05

19:05

During their inaugural draft bonanza, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hammer home just how important it is for Bears general manager Ryan Poles to do well in this upcoming draft. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/…

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Is it possible Tyler Warren isn't the best tight end in the draft? 13:59

21d ago13:59

13:59

During their inaugural draft bonanza, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote explore the tight end class. Tyler Warren has been the hottest name at the position, but is it possible he isn't the best tight end in this NFL Draft? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad …

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Who are the best tackles and edge rushers in this draft? 16:58

21d ago16:58

16:58

During their inaugural draft bonanza, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote look the top offensive tackles and edge rushers whom the Bears could select at No. 10 overall. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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[FULL EPISODE] The first ever Take The North draft bonanza! 1:35:43

22d ago1:35:43

1:35:43

In an adrenaline-filled episode, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote conduct their first ever DRAFT BONANZA! The guys have selected 25 topics, all centered around the Bears and what they could do in the 2025 NFL Draft, which begins Thursday. They sprint through every topic at a rapid pace to get you set for the draft. To learn more about listener data and …

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Jarrett Payton discusses the new vibe at Halas Hall 17:51

24d ago17:51

17:51

During their live episode on 670 The Score in Chicago, Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote brought in WGN-TV sports anchor Jarrett Payton to discuss how different the vibe feels for the Bears at Halas Hall since Ben Johnson was hired as head coach. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy L…

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Questions from our live audience (part 1) 14:58

24d ago14:58

14:58

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote take questions from their studio audience during a live episode on Chicago's 670 The Score. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Questions from our live audience (part 2) 9:10

24d ago9:10

9:10

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote take questions from their studio audience during a live episode on Chicago's 670 The Score. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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[FULL EPISODE] Take The North live on 670 The Score! 51:01

25d ago51:01

51:01

It's another live edition of the podcast on Chicago's 670 The Score! This time, it's extra special as Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote held the episode in front of a live studio audience. To kick it off, the guys bring in WGN-TV sports anchor and Bears royalty Jarrett Payton, who discussed the new energy and attitude at Halas Hall since Ben Johnson was …

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What did we learn from Caleb Williams' interview with Esquire Magazine? 10:56

27d ago10:56

10:56

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote turn their attention to the interview that Bears quarterback Caleb Williams did with Esquire Magazine. Williams opened up about the struggles that he and the Bears went through in his rookie season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more abou…

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How did Kyler Gordon react to getting his 3-year extension? 12:32

27d ago12:32

12:32

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote hear from Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon, who met the media after signing his three-year contract extension. Was it Gordon's goal to become the highest-paid nickel cornerback in the NFL? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad cho…

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Kyler Gordon's extension is a win for Ryan Poles 11:04

27d ago11:04

11:04

Dan Wiederer and Mark Grote discuss the draft win that has been cornerback Kyler Gordon for Bears general manager Ryan Poles. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Tariffs, Trade, Trump: A brief history and future of the global economy 35:55

27d ago35:55

35:55

This podcast episode delves into the pressing topic of the current state of the freight and commodity markets, particularly in the context of the influence of Donald Trump’s administration. The discussion initiates with an analysis of recent fluctuations in key commodity prices, including significant declines in dry freight markets and iron ore val…

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