
Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast
Hosted by Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola · 312 Sports
4.7from 367 ratings
- 312
- Episodes
- 280
- Transcribed
- 367
- Ratings
- Daily
- Cadence
- 2025
- First episode
About Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast
When it comes to Chicago Bears talk, Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola have been setting the agenda for decades. Now, they’re bringing that same unflinching insight — and Sunday-afternoon passion — to Forward Progress. From breaking down Bears game plans with analytical precision to unleashing the raw emotion every fan feels when the season’s on the line, Dan and Matt deliver the perfect balance of expertise and authenticity. It’s a show that lives and breathes the Bears, while never shying away from the bigger NFL picture. Whether you’re a diehard or just love the ride, Forward Progress is where Chicago’s football conversation starts.
- Publisher
- 312 Sports
- Category
- sports
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 12 Aug 2025
- Latest episode
- 9 Oct 2026
Latest episodes
280 of 312 episodes have a transcript.

9 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT
Mike Ditka's Legacy and Lasting Impact on Chicago Sports

8 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT
Chicago Bears & Green Bay Packers Preview with Thor Nystrom from the Sweating Sundays Podcast

7 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT
Did the Chicago Bears make the right call on Caleb Williams?
Who has been a guest on Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast
Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.
- Thor Nystrom
- Patrick Finley
- Carmen Vitali
- Paul Charchian
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
- Apple Podcasts (US)
- 4.6 / 5
- 230 ratings
- Spotify
- 4.8 / 5
- 137 ratings
Contact Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast
- Guest appearances
- Books guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Questions about Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast
Who hosts Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast?
Dan Bernstein and Matt Abbatacola host the show. Published by 312 Sports.
How often do new episodes come out?
The show publishes daily, based on its RSS feed.
Does Forward Progress - A Chicago Bears Podcast take guests?
Yes. Guests have been identified in episode analyses.
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