A Much-Needed Win at Soldier, Zincky Does Texas, and the Boys Design New Throwback Kits
The hosts discuss Chicago Fire's win against Montreal, Kacper Przybylko's scoring chances, and potential throwback kit designs, while also predicting the starting lineup against NYRB.
17 Jul 2025
Dropping Points in ATL, Bamba Needs a Boys Night, and a Must-Win Weekend on Deck
The hosts discuss Chicago Fire's draw against Atlanta United, Jonathan Bamba's performance, potential team structure reevaluation, and their upcoming must-win game in Montreal.
3 Jul 2025
A Tale of Two Halves Against Charlotte, USMNT Gold Cup Takeaways, and Drunk on Praise for Andrew Gutman
Host Gregg and guest Dillon discuss USMNT's Gold Cup performance, analyze Chicago's victory against Charlotte, and evaluate potential roster moves, offering insights into team strategies.
19 Jun 2025
Outgunned by Nashville’s Attack, Exciting New Stadium Visuals, and Zincky Gets Hitched!
The Handshakes With Gregg podcast crew discusses the new stadium visuals, Zincky's engagement, and Chicago Fire FC's loss against Nashville SC, while also looking ahead to future games.
12 Jun 2025
Scoring a Touchdown in D.C., Dueling Stadiums in the 78, and a Grudge Match on Deck
The hosts discuss D.C.'s team goals, new player positions, and a rookie debut, while also considering stadium developments and previewing the upcoming Nashville SC match.
5 Jun 2025
Flowers for Good Billionaires (New Stadium!), a Gritty Win in Orlando, and Eyes on a Playoff Spot
The hosts of "Handshakes With Gregg" discuss a new stadium, analyze a gritty win against Orlando, and assess the Chicago Fire's playoff potential.
29 May 2025
A Tough Loss at the Ball Park, Midfield Chaos, and Embracing Toxic Positivity
Gregg analyzes a tough loss at the ballpark, midfield chaos, and embracing toxic positivity, offering insights into tactical changes and player performance.
14 May 2025
Handshakes with Gregg – Episode Seven – Winning in the Windy City, ATL Struggles, and Broadcaster Beef
0:07 – Intro
0:25 – Initial thoughts on Fire vs. ATL
1:46 – CFFC temperature check after back-to-back wins
4:15 – Standout performers on the weekend
6:49 – Acosta’s absence lets the homegrown midfield shine
8:26 – Gregg tweaks tactics to outmaneuver the 3-4-2-1 / back 5
11:24 – A clear vision for Chicago Fire FC
11:55 – Jonathan Bamba: confidence issues or slow and steady progress?
17:08 – Zinkernagel and Cuypers trending upward
18:40 – The Bamba-Gutman connection
20:25 – Malört Man of the Match
23:30 – Damn Atlanta looked bad
25:30 – A tiny bouquet of flowers for Sam Rogers
27:10 – A BIG bouquet of flowers for the fans at Soldier Field
29:14 – The Apple+ broadcast team needs to kiss and make up
31:46 – The Imagine Dragons Imagine Dragons: CB Wishlist
37:28 – Looking ahead to Charlotte FC
40:39 – What’s Gregg thinking tactics-wise?
45:44 – Cuypers vs. Tim Ream
49:31 – Chicago moments of the week
9 May 2025
Handshakes with Gregg – Episode Six – Chris Brady Goes Full Ninja, Our Homegrown Midfield Hangs Tough, and a Win in Detroit
0:22 – Fire vs. Orlando City SC thoughts
1:40 – Cuppy Coffee gets first start
3:10 – Chris Brady’s confidence and upside potential
5:19 – Resilience of Gregg’s squad
10:28 – The Imagine Dragons Imagine Section
13:20 – Is Chris Brady the poor man’s William Saliba?
15:30 – Chicago Fire FC: Talented and Stupid
16:58 – Jonathan Dean vs. Omari Glasgow
21:40 – The Malört Man of the Match
25:48 – Detroit City FC breakdown
31:00 – Did anyone force their way into the starting XI?
33:50 – Gregg dealing with Chris Brady
36:13 – Lineups vs. Atlanta this weekend
40:00 – The Acosta Elephant in the Room
44:10 – A Lesson from Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson
44:49 – Thank you Jack Elliot
46:05 – Atlanta score predictions
49:30 – Chicago moment of the week
1 May 2025
Handshakes with Gregg – Episode Five – Overserved in Nashville, Gregg’s Dogg House, and a Tough Road Ahead
0:08 – Intro
0:58 – Did the boys get rowdy on Broadway Friday night?
4:30 – Nashville gets the jump (and doesn’t look back)
6:05 – Rope-a-dope tactics from Callaghan
7:28 – Breaking unwritten sportsmanship rules
10:57 – Who’s in timeout for Orlando?
11:56 – Introducing Gregg’s Dogg House
16:34 – Missing Some BIG BUTTS in the midfield
19:44 – B.J. Callaghan Roofies Gregg at Pre-Game Dinner
22:32 – Gregg’s self-care after a 7-2 loss
27:23 – Evaluating the Fire Midfield
32:23 – Imagine Dragon’s Imagine Yourself (D’Avilla and Cupps edition)
41:34 – When should we be worried?
46:11 – Malort Man of the Match!
48:35 – Win, Loss, Draw (upcoming fixtures)
56:12 – Keys to the game vs. Orlando
1:01:36 – Chicago moment of the week
24 Apr 2025
Handshakes with Gregg - Episode Four – Referee Interference, Decisions in Midfield, and The Gaffer Goes Line Dancing
0:08 – Intros
0:31 – Cincinnati vibe check
3:15 – Teran injury nightmare
7:45 – Referee 1 – 0 Chicago Fire
10:43 – Did Gregg get outcoached?
14:25 – D'Avilla off to a rocky start
23:19 – Choosing a midfield 3
25:06 – Trouble breaking the press
30:33 – Malort* Man of the Match!
39:09 – Which Fire players need to improve?
41:16 – Lineups vs. Nashville SC
50:23 – Score predictions
57:07 – Gregg loves Honky Tonks
58:00 – Chicago Fire FC the Musical
1:00:19 – Chicago moment of the week
18 Apr 2025
Handshakes with Gregg - Episode Three – Messi Leaves Goalless, A Tale of Two Hoodies, and Chris Brady Catches a Stray
0:06 – Intros
1:00 – Inter Miami Recap
5:11 – Gregg Handshake SNUB
6:00 – Hoodie vs. Hoodie
9:10 – Celebrating an all-Chicago midfield
10:55 – Abundance mindset for our front 3
15:50 – A work in progress playing out of the back
21:02 – Malort Man of the Match
24:40 – Next match: Cincinnati FC
31:25 – SPECIAL GUEST: Megan “Megssi” Klein… Bravo Lover, Chris Brady Hater
38:12 – Chicago highlights of the week
42:54 – Happy Birthday, Mr. Keeney!
11 Apr 2025
Handshakes with Gregg - Episode Two - NYRB Recap, Looking Ahead to Messi, Big Calls in the MF 👀
1:00 - Intro - Fire vs. NYRB vibe check
4:00 - Who's playing CB vs. Inter Miami?
8:00 - Stock Up or Stock Down Player Highlights
16:45 - Guess the Fire xG Leaders
23:00 - Gregg's drink of choice
24:00 - Toast! Malort Man of the Match Nominees
27:30 - More back four / Reynolds discussion
29:00 - Midfield stats breakdown by Johnny
34:00 - D'Villa intro and expectations
35:00 - Starting XI predictions vs. Inter Miami
38:00 - Johnny backs Oregel against the haters
41:00 - Is Acosta Gregg's guy?
42:00 - Reddit roundup - Is Messi going to play on Sunday?
47:00 - Thomas Muller, future savior of Chicago Fire FC
49:00 - MLS storylines and opportunities
54:00 - Politics and Futbol
58:00 - Chicago highlights of the week
4 Apr 2025
Handshakes with Gregg - Episode One - “Flowers for Chris Brady, Leonardo Barroso and Chicago Slashies 💐”
0:07 - Intros
1:56 - Chicago Fire MLS season catchup (six matches in)
5:35- Temperture check (Vibe check) of the season so far
10:49 - Michael's Chicago vs Chicago Fire matchday experience
12:50 - Chicago Fire vs Montreal Takeaways
17:50 - Lineup Changes for NYRB
23:33 - Discussion on how to get the right side more involved in possesion
26:00 - Sponsor Shoutout (There's none)
28:00 - Transfer Suggestions (Johnny is wrong)
34:23 - Dje D'Avilla discussion
37:36 - Midway (3/4 way) Toast
39:45 - A few more lineup changes for NYRB
41:16 - Chicago Fire vs NYRB game predictions
43:45 - Local Chicago Shoutouts
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