The Mid Show

Barstool Sports

Variety talk show encompassing national stories in pop culture, sports, & the internet hosted by Eddie, Chief & White Sox Dave. Harnessing the dynamic of the Barstool Chicago Radio hour, three longtime coworkers and Chicago locals offer their comedic perspective on news for the common man.

You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

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Our Editor's Take

The Mid Show is a Chicago podcast from Barstool Sports. The show covers the Chicago sports teams, especially the Chicago Bears. It also covers popular culture, such as when one of the hosts went to a Dead & Company show. (He described it as a religious experience.) This is also a podcast that speculates on whether grinding is cheating. The podcast hosts wonder who in their office would run away from a fight.

The Mid Show podcast is the latest version of Red Line Radio. The show's revised title comes from its Midwest focus. "Mid" is also a slang term for mediocre, showing the self-deprecation on this show. The earlier podcast had four hosts. They were Dave "White Sox Dave" Williams, Ryan "Barstool Chief" Brandell, Eddie Farrer, and Michael "Barstool Carl" Sterk. In January 2023, Carl announced on the show that he was leaving. It appeared to be an amicable departure at the time. Messages from Carl later came to light. In these, he criticized the "toxic" atmosphere of the show. Carl claimed that Chief tried to get him fired two years earlier. Chief responded on the show by saying the three other hosts decided they could no longer work with Carl. The current podcast just has the other three men.

Chicago athletes appear on The Mid Show. The hosts interviewed Bears legend Brian Urlacher. The NFL Hall of Famer shared details on his relationship with Jay Cutler and playing golf with Jim McMahon. The podcast hosts have debated who is the worst owner and GM in Chicago sports. News topics like the Northwestern hazing scandal get discussed on the show as well. The hosts also talk about how they hate Yankee fans. Sometimes the hosts do activities for the show, as when they visited a UFC gym.

Non-sports topics the podcast hosts have discussed include the scariest childhood books. They have talked about Ring doorbell video compilations. The hosts even spent a weekend at a country music festival.

The Mid Show podcast appears every Tuesday and Thursday.

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Tony Stewart & Leah Pruett Invite Us to Their $22M Mansion | The Mid Show Ep # 124

Tony Stewart & Leah Pruett Invite Us to Their $22M Mansion | The Mid Show Ep # 124

0:00 - Intro 2:14 - Cubs Talk 17:14 - Tony Stewart & Leah Pruett Interview 50:55 - NHL Lottery & Blackhawk TalkYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Episodes

Tony Stewart & Leah Pruett Invite Us to Their $22M Mansion | The Mid Show Ep # 124

Tony Stewart & Leah Pruett Invite Us to Their $22M Mansion | The Mid Show Ep # 124

0:00 - Intro 2:14 - Cubs Talk 17:14 - Tony Stewart & Leah Pruett Interview 50:55 - NHL Lottery & Blackhawk TalkYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Nicky Smokes Geography Challenge LIVE | The Mid Show Ep # 123

Nicky Smokes Geography Challenge LIVE | The Mid Show Ep # 123

On today's live episode of The Mid Show we are joined by Nicky Smokes and later Jeff D. Lowe. We get into Nicky Smokes time at the Kentucky Derby, and his contracting at Barstool ending shortly. We also get into the celebs that have made us feel Starstruck. Later we challenge Nicky Smokes to see how many countries in Europe he can name off the top of his head.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Bears Rookie Punter Tory Taylor on Being Drafted to Chicago & Texting Caleb Williams

Bears Rookie Punter Tory Taylor on Being Drafted to Chicago & Texting Caleb Williams

On today's episode of The Mid Show we get into our thoughts on the Chicago bears draft. Later in the show we are joined by Bears Rookie Punter Tory Taylor, to tell us some stories from draft night, life in Iowa city, and his interactions with new teammates like Caleb Williams. We later get into some Cubs and White Sox comparisons, and Chief how the Blackhawks need some veterans if they are going to progress.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

The Anthony Edwards Era of the NBA has Begun | The Mid Show Ep # 121

The Anthony Edwards Era of the NBA has Begun | The Mid Show Ep # 121

On today's episode of The Mid Show we get into the athletes we wish we could have seen there final game, and how the LeBron era of the NBA is over and we are entering the Anthony Edwards era. We also get into the price of hockey equipment is a set back for most families looking to get their kids involved. We also recap Eddie's weekend in Pensacola.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Chicago Bears 2024 Draft Preview Ft. Big Cat & Carmen Vitali | The Mid Show Ep # 120

Chicago Bears 2024 Draft Preview Ft. Big Cat & Carmen Vitali | The Mid Show Ep # 120

On today's episode of The Mid Show we are joined by Big Cat & Carmen Vitali for a preview of the Bears upcoming draft. We take a look at what the foreseen Bears offense will look like with the likely drafting of Caleb Williams, and predict what Ryan Poles will do with the 9th pick. White Sox Dave claims this is the most excited he's ever been for one of his sports teams, and Eddie begins to believe WSD may be a mush.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Eddie Dreams of Making WhiteSoxDave Breakfast in Bed | The Mid Show Ep # 119

Eddie Dreams of Making WhiteSoxDave Breakfast in Bed | The Mid Show Ep # 119

On today's live episode of The Mid Show, we get into who we would want to represent us in a beer olympics. We get into Eddie's strange fascination for making WSD breakfast in bed, and Dave's growing problem with a robin outside his window.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

NBA Playoffs Preview & Predictions (Ft. Dana Beers & Steven Cheah)

NBA Playoffs Preview & Predictions (Ft. Dana Beers & Steven Cheah)

On today's episode of The Mid Show, we are joined by Dana Beers and Steven Cheah for an NBA Playoffs preview. Dana & Cheah Roast WSD for his lack of NBA knowledge. We also get into how the Cubs may be an actual playoff contender this season.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Mt. Rushmore of Taylor Swift for Dudes + WSD Has No Current NBA Knowledge | The Mid Show Ep # 117

Mt. Rushmore of Taylor Swift for Dudes + WSD Has No Current NBA Knowledge | The Mid Show Ep # 117

On today's live episode of The Mid Show we get into the wild photos of White Sox Dave with Gear and Eddie with the ladies in Austin. We discuss who would be on the Mt. Rushmore of "Taylor Swift for dudes", and ask WSD if he can name at least one player from all 30 NBA teams and the results are shocking.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

White Sox Injuries Have Crushed WhiteSoxDave's Love For Baseball | The Mid Show Ep # 116

White Sox Injuries Have Crushed WhiteSoxDave's Love For Baseball | The Mid Show Ep # 116

On today's Episode of The Mid Show we get into the White Sox injuries to Yoan Moncada, and Luis Robert Jr. With the Sox starting 2-10 White Sox Dave has completely given up on the season. We also get into the positive start for the Chicago Cubs, and give our Mt. Rushmore of worst Chicago coaches.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Convincing White Sox Dave to Regrow His Beard + Worst Guesses From The Dozen | The Mid Show Ep # 115

Convincing White Sox Dave to Regrow His Beard + Worst Guesses From The Dozen | The Mid Show Ep # 115

On today's episode of The Mid Show, we get into White Sox Dave's incredible beard in 2020 and try to convince him to regrow it. We also get into Chief's horrendous Dozen guess on the number of floors of the Empire State Building, which leads us into recapping the worst guesses in The Dozen history. We then preview tomorrow's mini golf tournament. SUPPORT THE SHOW: Miller Lite - Miller Lite. Great taste, 96 calories. Go to https://MillerLite.com/MIDSHOW to find delivery options near you Draft Kings - Download the DraftKings app and use code MID to play FREE for a SHOT at the ONE MILLION DOLLAR TOP PRIZE! Only on DraftKings with code MID. The Crown Is Yours.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Mike North's Mt. Rushmore of Chicago Athletes to Hangout With and Drafting Caleb Williams

Mike North's Mt. Rushmore of Chicago Athletes to Hangout With and Drafting Caleb Williams

On today's episode of The Mid Show we are joined by former Chicago radio host Mike North. We get into Mike roasting White Sox Dave for his Walter Payton take, we get into how Mike feels about potentially drafting Caleb Williams, and his Mt. Rushmore of Chicago athletes that are the best to hang around.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

White Sox Dave Address Absurd Walter Payton Take + Is Caitlin Clark the Biggest Name in Sports? | The Mid Show Ep # 113

White Sox Dave Address Absurd Walter Payton Take + Is Caitlin Clark the Biggest Name in Sports? | The Mid Show Ep # 113

On today's episode of The Mid Show, we kickoff by having WSD address his resurfaced snake draft take that Walter Payton "wasn't really an athlete". We also get into who are the biggest stars in Hollywood, which leads us to discussing whether or not Caitlin Clark is the biggest name in sports. We also dive into Eddie's love for Zach Edey.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Chicago Cubs Opening Day Preview (Ft. Michael Cerami & Joe from Obvious Shirts) | The Mid Show Ep # 112

Chicago Cubs Opening Day Preview (Ft. Michael Cerami & Joe from Obvious Shirts) | The Mid Show Ep # 112

On today's episode of The Mid Show we are joined by Michael Cerami from Bleacher Nation and Joe from Obvious Shirts to give a preview of the Chicago Cubs season. We also get into how Ryan Poles is handling the media throughout the whole off season.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Caleb Williams Has Beef W/ Our Co-Worker & White Sox Dave's New Side Hustle | The Mid Show Ep # 111

Caleb Williams Has Beef W/ Our Co-Worker & White Sox Dave's New Side Hustle | The Mid Show Ep # 111

On today's live episode of The Mid Show we get into WSD's experience w/ a Twitter troll. We also get into Krispy Kreme donuts soon to be sold at McDonald's. We review WSD's old "Cribs" tour of his old home. We also get into White Sox Dave's new cast iron side hustle and how our potential future Quarterback got into internet beef with Jack Mac.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Justin Steele Breaks WhiteSoxDave's Heart + Plus Blutman's College Basketball Preview

Justin Steele Breaks WhiteSoxDave's Heart + Plus Blutman's College Basketball Preview

0:00 - Intro 1:25 - Justin Fields Trade & Bears Signings 21:34 - Justin Steele Interview 50:27 - College Basketball Preview Ft. Ohio's Tate & BlutmanYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Nicky Smokes Wants Four St. Patrick's Day a Year (Ft. Nicky Smokes & Ohio's Tate) | The Mid Show Ep # 109

Nicky Smokes Wants Four St. Patrick's Day a Year (Ft. Nicky Smokes & Ohio's Tate) | The Mid Show Ep # 109

On today's episode of The Mid Show, we are joined by Nicky Smokes and Ohio's Tate to recap their first St. Patrick's day in Chicago. Nicky Smokes then gives a breakdown of his perfect calendar dates to add 3 more St. Patrick's days to the year. Chief and Nicky create a pack to have their own celebrations 4 times a year. We get into Ohio's Tate's take on the Justin Fields trade and more.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

White Sox Dave Presses Chris Getz For a Winning Team + Trade Talks in Chicago

White Sox Dave Presses Chris Getz For a Winning Team + Trade Talks in Chicago

On today's episode of The Mid Show we are joined by Chris Getz general manager of the White Sox in Arizona for spring training. We get into the changing culture of the White Sox, the vibes going into the regular season, and WSD pleads with Getz to give the fans a winning team. We also get into the trade of Dylan Cease and lack of trade interest in Justin Fields.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Nicky Smokes is in Love With Chicago + Storm Chasers Recap | The Mid Show Ep # 107

Nicky Smokes is in Love With Chicago + Storm Chasers Recap | The Mid Show Ep # 107

On today's episode of The Mid Show we are joined by Nicky Smokes to recall some of his and Danny's best experiences on their Storm Chasers roadtrip. We get into how excited Nicky Smokes is for St. Patrick's day in Chicago, and how he is embracing the city. We also touch on NFL free agency and soda vs pop debate.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Ian Happ on Why Winning the Division Matters | The Mid Show Ep # 106

Ian Happ on Why Winning the Division Matters | The Mid Show Ep # 106

On today's episode of The Mid Show, we get into the Bears Franchise tagging Jaylon Johnson, and trade for Ryan Bates. We interview Cubs outfielder Ian Happ to talk about the new uniforms and the upcoming Cubs season. SUPPORT THE SHOW: Miller Lite - Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year with Miller Lite. Go to https://MillerLite.com/REDLINE to find delivery options near you. Chicagoland Chevy Dealers - Head to ChevyDrivesChicago.com to learn more about these cars and find your local Chevy Dealer today! Stella Blue - Head to your local Jewel-Osco or Mariano’s today to find the very best deals on Stella Blue Coffee. OR use promo code “MID'' for 20% off any order of $25 or more on stellabluecoffee.com.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio

Stop Changing College Sports Conferences | The Mid Show Ep # 105

Stop Changing College Sports Conferences | The Mid Show Ep # 105

On today's episode of The Mid Show, Danny is gone for Storm Chaser which leads us to a discussion on the changing of college conferences. We also get into the best sports trade dead line trades we've experienced, we also get into WSD's house trouble and more. SUPPORT THE SHOW: Miller Lite - Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year with Miller Lite. Go to https://MillerLite.com/REDLINE to find delivery options near you. Chicagoland Chevy Dealers - Head to ChevyDrivesChicago.com to learn more about these cars and find your local Chevy Dealer today! Portillo's Hot Dogs - Visit your local Portillo’s or go to https://portillos.com to order your Chicago Dog for pick-up or delivery.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio