Best Doug Thonus Podcasts (2025)

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 218 - Giddey Up 100 Million 56:03

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🎙️ The Big Red Bus - Episode 218 - Giddey Up 100 Million - See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus steer the Big Red Bus into two lanes of Chicago sports talk. First stop: the Bulls and Josh Giddey’s freshly inked $100M contract — what it means for the roster, the future, and Fred’s vision of “See Red” salvation. Doug also admits See Red Fred wa…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 217 - Bear and Bull Markets 45:33

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus discuss Doug's visit on the CHGO show, the upcoming Bears season, and how high could this Bulls' team potentially end up in the Eastern Conference. Follow See Red Fred on X: @cbefred / See Red Fred on Instagram: see_red_fredBy Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 216 - Our Cup Overfloweth 38:07

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 216 - Our Cup Overfloweth See Red Fred is joined once again by the Podfather, Doug Thonus, for a ride filled with history and hard truths. 🏀 Protect Yourself at All Times – The guys kick things off with a shocking deep dive into the astounding lack of cup usage across the NBA and other sports. Is it toughness, tradition, o…

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Coby White's Surprising Rank: Comparing the Shooting Guards 23:33

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Join us on 'The Big Red Bus' as we dive deep into the world of NBA shooting guards, focusing on Coby White's unexpected ranking. In this episode, we explore the nuances of player evaluations, share nostalgic stories from Chicago Bulls history, and engage in fun trivia. Whether you're a die-hard Bulls fan or a casual basketball observer, you're sure…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 214 - The Best Case Scenario 55:58

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus bring a positive, See Red vibe to the latest ride on the Big Red Bus. The duo dives into which player developments could spark a massive leap forward for the Bulls, exploring scenarios that could transform the season and energize the fan base. Follow See Red Fred on X: @cbefred Email the show: SeeRedFred@g…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 213 - Giddey Talk and the Bontemps Article 59:56

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🎙️ Episode Overview In Episode 213 of the Big Red Bus, See Red Fred and Doug discuss the last show, the Alex Caruso trade (again), the ongoing Josh Giddey negotiations, and the Bulls’ bleak placement at #11 in ESPN’s rebuild rankings by Tim Bontemps. They also react to the Billy Donovan extension and debate whether the Bulls will go over or under t…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 212 - The Return of MarkK from Australia 48:31

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Episode Notes & Timeline: Intro – Coldplay Concert & Iconic Images 3:30 – Pleading to the 5% 5:15 – Josh Giddey 9:45 – AKME Improvements 17:00 – Yuki Mania 21:00 – The Trajectory of the Team Where is this Bulls team really headed? A sobering analysis of direction, ambition, and expectations. 35:00 – AKME’s Five Biggest Mistakes Mark provides his an…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 211 - Interview with Coach Bell and Summer League Blues 28:20

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🎙️ Episode Breakdown: Segment 1: Bulls Summer League Breakdown (00:00 - 07:00) Fred opens with a passionate rant about the Bulls’ first two Summer League games — calling them a “calamitous disaster.” He critiques the lack of shooting, questionable roster construction, and missed opportunities for player development. Segment 2: Interview with Coach …

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 210 - Doug Talks Okoro 31:55

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus discuss the Ball for Okoro trade in more detail. The Podfather Doug Thonus weights in with his thoughts on the blockbuster swap—Lonzo Ball heading to Cleveland, Isaac Okoro landing in Chicago.By Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 209 - The Isaac Okoro Era Begins 32:09

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Big Red Bus Driver See Red Fred is joined by Alejandro D. from Bulls On Tap to break down the blockbuster Lonzo Ball–Isaac Okoro trade. Fred shares his enthusiastic take on why this may be one of AKME’s smartest moves yet, praising Okoro’s elite perimeter defense, motor, and fit in a faster-paced Bulls system. They also discusses the potential of f…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 208 - Interview with Betsey Cashmoney 50:32

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he Big Red Bus episode featuring Betsey Cashmoney, with the bullet points removed for a cleaner format: Big Red Bus – Episode Title: “Interview with Betsey Cashmoney” Hosted by: See Red FredGuest: Betsey Cashmoney Episode Summary: See Red Fred welcomes Bulls Twitter legend Betsey Cashmoney onto the Big Red Bus to break down the seismic Desmond Bane…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 207 - Finals Talk and Cedric Coward Eval 53:45

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Episode Title: The Big Red Bus - Episode 207 - Finals Talk and the Cedric Coward Eval Episode Notes: Hop aboard The Big Red Bus with See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus as they navigate the latest turns in the NBA landscape and assess what it all means for the Chicago Bulls. 00:00 – Intro and Banter Fred and Doug kick things off with their t…

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Lacey James Interview on the Big Red Bus 34:13

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🎙 Podcast Notes: "The Lacey James Interview" – Big Red Bus with See Red Fred Guest: Lacey James Host: See Red Fred Pfeiffer Episode Title: Lacey James Interview on the Big Red Bus: His Basketball Journey & Focus on Faith 🔊 Episode Overview: This episode of The Big Red Bus kicks off with See Red Fred sharing his latest thoughts on the Indiana Pacers…

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Big Dave Watson Jumps on the Big Red Bus 54:55

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🎙️ Big Red Bus: Special Guest Big Dave Watson of CHGO! Episode #205 Hop on the Bus as See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus welcome the legendary Big Dave Watson from CHGO for a jam-packed episode of Bulls banter, weather warnings, and front office fire. 📰 News & Weather Talk — Only on the Big Red Bus will you get a breakdown of Bulls basketba…

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The Big Red Bus Discuss Collin Murray-Boyles and Cheryl Scott 40:39

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In this lively and wide-ranging episode of The Big Red Bus, See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus discuss one of the Bulls’ most intriguing potential draft picks: Collin Murray-Boyles. The South Carolina forward has been rising up draft boards thanks to his physical style of play, defensive versatility, and emerging offensive skill set. See Re…

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The Big Red Bus and the Big Red Twelve 27:17

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The Big Red Bus & The Big Red Twelve: Draft Lottery Reaction 🎙 Episode Title: The Big Red Bus & The Big Red Twelve – NBA Draft Lottery Reaction 🚍 Hosted by: See Red Fred (@cbefred) & The Podfather Doug Thonus 📅 Episode Overview: See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus dive deep into the aftermath of the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery. With the Chicago B…

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Drew Stevens of The Bigs Rides the Big Red Bus Part 2 33:01

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See Red Fred and Drew Stevens continue their conversation on the state of the team and the franchise. They dig deeper into the challenges facing the Bulls’ front office, the critical importance of the upcoming draft, and what it will take to restore confidence in the direction of the organization. Passionate, honest, and unfiltered—this is Bulls ta…

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Drew Stevens of The Bigs Rides the Big Red Bus 33:19

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Drew Stevens of The Bigs joins See Red Fred on the latest episode of the Big Red Bus for a spirited and insightful discussion on the current state of the Chicago Bulls. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, the duo dives into the rising tensions within the Bulls fanbase, exploring why social media debates have grown increasingly toxic and divide…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 200 - Play-Inferno 53:03

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In the latest episode of The Big Red Bus, titled "Play-Inferno", hosts See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus take a hard look at the Bulls' post-All-Star break performance, breaking down the wins and what they really mean for the team’s future. The duo also dives into a critical debate: Which current Bulls players could realistically be rotati…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 199 - Playing for the Play-In 40:40

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🎙️ The Big Red Bus – Episode 199: Playing the Play-In Hosted by See Red Fred & the Podfather, Doug Thonus: Hop aboard as Fred and Doug steer the Big Red Bus into Play-In territory, breaking down the biggest surprises of the 2024-25 regular season for your Beloved Bulls. It’s candid, passionate, and vintage Bulls banter from two of the most knowledg…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 198 - Just Giddy About Halfcourt Shots 38:51

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 198 – Just Giddy about Halfcourt Shots Hosted by See Red Fred & The Podfather, Doug Thonus Strap in and hop aboard the Big Red Bus as See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus relive one of the most electric finishes in Bulls history—a jaw-dropping 12-second flurry where the Bulls poured in 9 points to shock the Lakers an…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 197 - Giddey Up Up Up and Away 48:17

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus hop aboard the Big Red Bus to break down the Bulls' latest hot 4-game winning streak. But the real headliner? The remarkable 9-game stretch from Josh Giddey...See Red Fred and Doug dive into what his surge means for the league, his future trajectory, and the broader impact on the Bulls' future. Buckle up f…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 196 - Pluses and Minuses 47:59

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🚨 New Episode of The Big Red Bus! 🚨 Recorded on Sunday—before reality hit hard—the Bulls were fresh off a rare win against Toronto. Since then? Two straight losses, including a 139-117 blowout to Cleveland. That makes them 2-9 in their last 11 games… yet somehow, they’ve increased their lead on the 10th seed. Unbelievable. In this episode, See Red …

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 194 - Broke at the Break 49:46

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The Big Red Bus – Episode 195: "Broke at the Break" In this episode of The Big Red Bus, See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus roll into the All-Star break with a sense of frustration and disappointment. The duo dives into the Zach trade and the Bulls' relative inactivity at the trade deadline, questioning the front office’s decisions with a ro…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 193 - Mark K Strikes Back 1:10:50

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus are joined by Mark K from Australia in this special episode. Recorded a mere few hours before the LaVine trade, Mark K provides his thoughts and feelings (or lacktherof) on the Beloved Bulls. Note: An brief 5-minute introduction with Fred and Doug was recorded after the Zach LaVine trade, to provide some b…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 192 - The Roller Coaster Ride at Mediocreland 52:49

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus discuss several Bulls topics in the aftermath of the Bulls' loss to DeMar DeRozan and the Sacramento Kings 124-119. Doug provides his thoughts on the season so far, and they discuss Zach, Vooch, Lonzo, and the issues with Patrick Williams.By Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 191 - Kevin Anderson Strikes Back 1:01:35

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See Red Fred @cbefred is joined for a ride on the Big Red Bus with special guest Kevin Anderson @Kevin_RossVideo. Description: Hop on the Big Red Bus as we break down the current state of the Chicago Bulls. In this episode: State of the Bulls (1:00): Stuck in the middle Trade Talk: Zach and Vooch (22:45): Can the Bulls realistically trade Zach LaVi…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 190 - The Zach Trade Rumor & Poles is like AKME 33:24

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Recorded an hour before the Bulls' incredible win over the Celtics on Thursday night, See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus discuss the trade about Zach LaVine to Denver. Fred also outlines a number of remarkably similarities between Poles & AKME.By Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 189 - Quarterly Grades 42:36

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In this episode of The Big Red Bus, See Red Fred @cbdfred is joined by the incredibly talented writer Morris Bankston (@mobanks10). They discuss possible trades for Vooch/Zach, and provide their analysis and quarterly grades for key players in the rotation.By Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 188 - Fun Badder 49:43

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 188 - Fun Badder In this episode of The Big Red Bus, hosts See Red Fred and Doug Thonus dive into the current state of the Chicago Bulls, a team that has proven to be somewhat surprising this season. The duo discusses various players and their performances, including deep dives into the development and potential of key you…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 187 - Seven Games In 38:17

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In Episode 187 of the Big Red Bus Podcast, titled Seven Games In, See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus delve into the Chicago Bulls' early performance in the 2024-25 season. The duo analyzes the impact of key players seven games in, focusing on how players like Zach LaVine, Nikola Vučević, Patrick Williams and Matas Buzelis are faring so far.…

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Problem Solving 6:51

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Join in for a discussion about how to solve problems for different types of people within your organization and the unique challenges that come depending on the context of your relationship.By Doug Thonus

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 186 - Preseason Review Season Preview 43:49

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In this episode, See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus break down the Chicago Bulls' preseason performances, offering key insights into the team's strengths and areas for improvement. As the regular season approaches, they discuss player development, roster expectations, and how the team’s chemistry is shaping up. Recorded just before the dead…

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Trust via communication 4:12

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While communication is a broad topic, today's discussion is a few minutes on how you can bridge common gaps between corporate level communication and your staff so that they feel they are being communicated to well.By Doug Thonus

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Be a Brita pitcher 4:09

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How do you filter information? I suggest some small changes in how to filter information that will increase trust with leadership and staff. At the core, you want an approach where you take ownership of failures and give credit to your staff for successes, and small changes in the way you filter information can go a long way towards achieving these…

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Trust through Authenticity 4:00

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Byte Sized Leadership is a podcast geared towards improving your leadership skills in just a few minutes a day. In today's lesson, I discuss: The importance of trust Why the foundation is authenticity Some dos and don'ts of being your authentic self in a professional settingBy Doug Thonus

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 185 - Down Go the Cavs 29:24

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 185 - Down Go the Cavs In this episode of the Big Red Bus, the Podfather Doug Thonus and See Red Fred break down the Chicago Bulls’ dominating performance against the Cleveland Cavaliers. From explosive plays to defensive lockdowns, the Bulls put on a show that left the Cavs reeling. Tune in as we analyze how the Beloved B…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 184 - Crunch Time 29:10

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In this episode of the Big Red Bus, the Podfather @doug_Thonus and I break down the potential of the budding Giddey-LaVine partnership as the preseason draws near. We also have some fun discussing the favorite candies of Giddey and Doug, along with a few other exciting bits of news as we gear up for the first preseason game on Tuesday. Hop on the B…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 183 - Fun Bad or Fun Mediocre 59:09

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus address a variety of Pre Preseason Questions. Storytime: See Red Fred describes an incident that occurred before a battle with Little People Wrestlers. It was discussed at a wedding last Sunday. Memories about a past performance incident involving sound checks and a confrontation with a fan were forgotten.…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 182 - 1 2 3 Go 49:31

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus discuss the movement to boycott the Bulls. They also discuss topics broached on a recent appearance from See Red Fred on the CHGO Bulls Podcast.By Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 181 - Mark Schanowski Rides the Bus 42:54

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Legendary Sports Anchor for ABC-7 Chicago, Mark Schanowski, joins See Red Fred on the Big Red Bus for an exciting episode packed with NBA insights. They dive into the details of the Josh Giddey trade, break down the prospects for the upcoming Chicago Bulls season, and assess the top contenders in the NBA Eastern Conference. Plus, Mark shares a few …

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 180 - Topics Galore 50:30

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus discuss a variety of topics on this ride: McD vs Burger King vs Wendy's Lonzo Ball is Playing 5 on 5 Who Will Be left out of the rotation The Top 5 NBA Players Some WNBA TalkBy Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 179 - Just Giddy about Coby and Ayo Part 2 28:44

1y ago28:44

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus continue their discussion on the Bulls, and debate which player has the higher ceiling...Coby or Ayo?By Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Just Giddy about Giddey 44:51

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus discuss the exciting play of Josh Giddey in the Olympics and whether or not it has changed your opinion of the Bulls recent acquisition.By Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 178 - Matas Mania 53:10

1y ago53:10

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Join See Red Fred (@cbefred) and the Podfather, Doug Thonus, as they delve into the remarkable performance of Matas Buzelis at the Las Vegas Summer League. In this episode, they also assess the Bulls' standing in the Eastern Conference and discuss recent comments from AKME to the beat writers. Episode Breakdown: 1:00 Maximum Matas 10:00 Julian Phil…

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 177 - Steph Noh Drives the Bus 52:51

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See Red Fred @cbefred and the Podfather Doug Thonus interview the Precocious Steph Noh. They discuss a wide variety of Bulls' topics, including the DeMar and Caruso trades and the state of the Beloved Bulls.By Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 176 - KC Johnson Rides the Bus 46:30

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus are joined by the Hemingway of Bulls' Beat Writers, KC Johnson of NBC Sports Chicago. They break down the Caruso - Giddey trade, and discuss other prominent Bulls' topics of note.By Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 175 - The Patrick Williams Conundrum 57:20

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus discuss the interesting Bulls X debates around Patrick Williams. They also provide their thoughts on the potential return of Lonzo Ball.By Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 174 - Wordsmith Joe Cowley Drives the Bus 56:18

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Chicago Sun-Times wordsmith and firebrand Joe Cowley @jcowleyhoops takes the wheel on the Big Red Bus. See Red Fred @cbefred and Doug Thonus @Doug_thonus ask him some Bulls-related questions, and the episode ends with a Joe Cowley - See Red Fred debate on KAT and Thibs.By Bleav + The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

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The Big Red Bus - Episode 173 - Will Gottlieb of CHGO Rides the Bus 55:54

1+ y ago55:54

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See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus have the honor of chatting with the GOAT of CHGO, Will Gottlieb, for his first ride on the Big Red Bus. They discuss a variety of topics, including: What would you do if you were put in charge of the Bulls today? What do you think the Bulls will do? What do you think the PWill / DeMar contracts will will l…