Chicago, IL

On the latest Full Go podcast, host Jason Goff dives deep into why players are hesitant to join the Chicago Sky (2:42) and whether the issues are bigger than anticipated (8:38). He discusses the Sky’s full rebuild with a young frontcourt (14:09) and shares his favorite teams to root for when they’re successful (19:01). With football season almost here, Jason talks about the Bears’ preseason, concerns about the offensive line (39:00), and questions surrounding head coach Matt Eberflus (42:00). Last, he explores MLB’s experiment with robot umpires and whether it misses the essence of sports (47:55). Tune in for insightful discussions and more!

“Vacations Are Over, Bears Football Is Back!” | Ep. 417

Cousin Sal and the D3 recap the MLB All-Star game and Home Run Derby (11:27) before being joined by golf expert Paul Koehorst to give out their best bets for the Open (26:13). They wrap things up with Sharp Tank (59:42). Hosts: Cousin Sal, Darren Szokoli, Brian Szokoli, and Harry...

Talking the MLB All-Star Game and the Open With Paul Koehorst

Milwaukee, WI

Kyle, Seerat, and Michael get together to discuss the state of the Bucks and whether their window as title contenders is starting to shrink, if Giannis can still carry the team, and where they’ll rank in the East next season (01:58). Then, they pivot to talking about Team USA, their takeaways from what they’ve seen on the court, and whether the gap between the U.S. team and the world is actually shrinking, then construct a lineup that would compete with them (28:52).

The State of the Bucks and Who Can Compete Against Team USA?

Ben, Van Lathan, Diante Lee, and Steven Ruiz form a huddle to discuss the highly anticipated return of EA’s college football franchise. First, they recount the history of the NCAA Football series, what set it apart from Madden, and why it was gone so long (00:52) before sharing their impressions of the new edition of the game (21:41). Then, they break down the consolidation of the sports gaming landscape (42:15), debate which sport translates best to video games (01:07:00), and name the top five sports games in each of their personal pantheons (01:14:00).

‘College Football 25,’ the State of Sports Gaming, and Our Top Five Sports Games

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – CA Lottery cautioned its 23,000 retail partners, June 18, that selling tickets to online lottery couriers is illegal. “Because these services are illegal, the California Lottery is prohibited from knowingly paying a prize on any ticket acquired through a digital service, and no retailer bonuses would be paid if the winning ticket was sold online,” said the news release.

CA Lottery won’t payout for winning tickets purchased through online websites or apps

James Allcott is joined by Harry Brooks (@hbrooks_coach), Ben Bowman (@ben_bowman_) and Cai (@producercai) to discuss what the future holds for England in the post-Southgate era. Which players will survive the test of time? Who are the players that won’t be featured again for England? Which players may break through into the team next? And of course, what will the lineup be for 2026?

How England Set Up at World Cup 2026

Illinois State

Oak Brook, IL

Chicago Food King

Chicago and Vernon Hills, and soon Oak Brook, have all been chosen for a very popular eatery from California. This eatery, called Cava, is a Mediterranean-style casual restaurant that operates similarly to Chipotle. I heard that people waited hours in line at the downtown location. I was lucky enough to realize that they had opened their Vernon Hills location and decided to check it out on a Wednesday afternoon.

Cava Restaurant's Come to Illinois is it Worth the Hype

Phoenix, AZ

Awful Announcing

Major League Baseball umpiring continues to be a source of frustration for MLB players and managers. It’s also a source of frustration for announcers and analysts. That was certainly the case on Friday. After the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Chicago Cubs 5-2 at Wrigley Field, former Cub Jon Lester expressed some frustration on Marquee Sports Read more...
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Former MLB star has choice words for umpire

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The Lantern

Lupita Nyong’o stars in “A Quiet Place: Day One.” Credit: Gareth Gatrell/Paramount Pictures via TNS. The 2024 summer movie scene has kept a steadily slow pace, with almost every film this season being mediocre aside from the occasional gem.

Movie review: ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ struggles to bring novelty to a franchise once renowned for its ingenuity

Welcome back, baseball family. The Midsummer Classic has been completed and we’ve made it through our MLB hiatus. Baseball has blessed us with an action-packed 14-game slate fresh off of the All-Star break, and I have an angle locked and loaded for us already. Cincinnati Reds at Washington Nationals.

MLB Best Bets – Free (Friday 7/19)

Russillo kicks off his Summer Book Club by welcoming in The Wide Wide Sea author Hampton Sides to learn more about Captain James Cook and his final voyage (0:39). Plus, Life Advice with Kyle and Ceruti (43:46)! Should I ditch my friends for a chance to win an intramural championship?

Russillo Summer Book Club: ‘The Wide Wide Sea’ With Hampton Sides, and Life Advice

Bill Simmons joins Jo and Rob as they take the stand to recap the seventh episode of Presumed Innocent. They open by discussing whether the show will ultimately change the ending from the book turned film, the surprising news that Apple renewed it for a second season, and some of Bill’s hottest takes on the legal drama (1:57). Along the way, they rave about Peter Sarsgaard’s performance as Tommy Molto in the penultimate episode, and reveal their predictions heading into the finale (20:33). Later, they’re joined by multi-episode director and executive producer Greg Yaitanes to talk about directing Jake Gyllenhaal, which character he thinks is the show’s secret weapon, bringing the stylized dream sequences to life, and much more (40:25).

‘Presumed Innocent’ Episode 7 With Bill Simmons. Plus, an Interview With Director Greg Yaitanes.

In the closing minutes of the fourth-season finale of The Boys, a montage helps preview how the series will resume in its fifth and final batch of episodes. Homelander has gained more power than ever, while the Boys are splitting up and running away so that they can fight another day. Annie regains her abilities as she drives away with Hughie, Frenchie and Kimiko finally look hopeful as they prepare to leave on a ship together, and M.M. is about to get on a flight, possibly to rejoin his family. In some ways, it’s a familiar conclusion: Even though Homelander and his army of supes have won this round, the Boys will pick themselves back up and try again next season.

After the Season 4 Finale, What’s Next for ‘The Boys’?

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Foodie in Chicago

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Major League Baseball is exploring a potential overhaul of its broadcast landscape. Commissioner Rob Manfred has opened the door to a future national broadcast package. According to the Sports Business Journal, Manfred said that discussions are happening about a national broadcast package, potentially including half the league’s teams. This suggests a move away from the Read more...
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MLB opens door to reshaping RSNs

Hanif and Yasi are back, as we find Soundgarden on the precipice of releasing their super well known album Superunknown. The vibes? They are not always impeccable, but the songs are phenomenal. Listen as we trace the back half of the Soundgarden catalog, from Superunknown and the underrated Down on the Upside through their reunion album and the Audioslave and solo records in between.

Soundgarden: Part 2 With Hanif Abdurraqib

Sean and Amanda discuss one of the most anticipated movies of the summer, Twisters, starring their guy Glen Powell alongside Daisy Edgar-Jones (1:00). Then, in honor of the genre that Twister amplified in the ’90s, they discuss what makes natural disaster movies so appealing and which are the most successful (40:00).

‘Twisters’ Rocks! Plus, the Top Five Natural Disaster Movies.

Virginia State

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The scenes between General Hospital cast members Eden McCoy (Joss Jacks) and Evan Hofer ( Dex Heller) are filled with so much chemistry that some fans believed the couple was dating offscreen.

General Hospital's Eden McCoy is dating actor Jonathan Heit and not her onscreen love Evan Hofer

We’re back and juiced up from Compound V, ready to break down the season finale of The Boys (12:16). Along the way, the Midnight Boys debate the overall success of the season and give their Midnight Meter ratings. Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, and Jomi Adeniran. Producers: Aleya Zenieris...

NBA Win Totals, MLB Second Half Futures, and Friday Night Baseball Bets

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