House Of L Podcast

This week, Jeff Agrest of the Sun-Times put together top 20 power ranking for people who work in sports media in Chicago. Laurence is on the list at #7. He had thoughts on everyone who made it and some who didn't, but should have. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Leila Rahimi of The Score, NBC and Peleton joins the guys and declares, "I'm looking for a man who looks at me the way Jerry Jones looks at Mike McCarthy." Russ reveals his new tattoo and the name of a restaurant he was trying to keep a secret (19:00). Jason likes going to the dentist (38:24). An update on estranged producer Tony (45:45). Leila shreds Bears chairman George McCaskey's press conference (1:09:59. Brought to you by BetUS. Join BetUS and use promo code SPORTSADJACENT to get a 125% sign-up bonus at https://www.betus.com.pa/join .Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence reflects on working for and with legendary Chicago broadcaster, Les Grobstein, who passed away on 1//16. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence discusses the injury that Zach LaVine suffered vs Golden State and whether two consecutive blowouts means the Bulls aren't very good. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris Cote from The Dan Le Batard Show is nervous about guest co-hosting, but hopes he'll be as funny as Jerry Seinfeld. Russ makes a major career announcement (9:16). Also, he and Chris worry about what their dads say publicly (21:30). Jason digs into Chris being the central figure in Le Batard's ESPN exit (32:02). Klay Thompson returns (49:14). New game: Creating Words with Chris Cote (1:18:32). Brought to you by BetUS. Join BetUS and use promo code SPORTSADJACENT to get a 125% sign-up bonus at https://www.betus.com.pa/join .Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence talks to the award-winning reporter about her new book: Three Girls from Bronzeville. The two also discussed The Great Migration and "Black Flight" from Chicago. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence discusses why the Bears loss to Minnesota in the Season Finale for the Bears, looked so familiar. He also makes the case against retaining Ryan Pace in ANY capacaity. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence Holmes, Jason and Russ start with a rollicking recap of meeting a fascinating waitress named Paris at dinner, then veer into comparing House of L to Bad Boy Records (9:55) and some Tunsis the Driving Cat talk (20:00). Then they get into the Steve Dahl Show and some of Laurence's media history (25:49) before talking about MLB Network letting Ken Rosenthal go (53:02), Ja Morant tearing it up (1:30:08) and a lot more. Join BetUS and use promo code SPORTSADJACENT to get a 125% sign-up bonus at https://www.betus.com.pa/join .Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence sat down with the owner of Third Coast Comics (6443 N. Sheridan Road). They talked about Black Geekdom, why the MCU was so successful and how to fix DC's movie-making problem. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Giants franchise is in worse position that the Bears. Here's hoping that Sunday's win doesn't fool ownership that things are improving. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence talks about the College Football Semifinals and tries to work through why there's so much hate for the SEC. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week’s episode of Sports Adjacent, Cam Ellis is back on the show with Jason and Russ. Jason and Russ discuss what it’s like to come up in the newspaper business. Jason has more than his fair share of trouble on his recent trip to Seattle. Is there such a thing as a bad question from a reporter? (Yes, and the guys discuss) Cam gives his eight observations about the Bears. On the last show of the year, the guys discuss launching the podcast and how things started. Finally, Jason, Cam and Russ give their thoughts on the loss of longtime Chicago Bears reporter Jeff Dickerson. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Since Laurence is a noob when it comes to drinking, he asked "Bar Talk w Jenna" host, Jenna Duddleston for cocktail recipes to kick in the New Year. Laurence even gets a drink named after him. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence talks about the satisfying 25-24 win over Seattle, but cautions fans that Bears ownership can't be fooled by good feelings. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's episode of Sports Adjacent: The guys discuss the best Christmas gifts they've ever received and Jason tests Tony's adulting when it comes to gift giving. Russ kicks off NFL roundup as his love for Cooper Kupp turns into Twitter beef with three-time Super Bowl champion Julian Edelman and hate from Patriots fans everywhere. The NBA's COVID outbreaks have created some interesting opportunities for some "old" names. And Russ gives some advice on letting things go. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence sits down with former Score Host/Anchor/Reporter, Julie Swieca to talk about her life in media and her complete left turn into her life's work. BTW, she made that Gingerbread village in the picture!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence breaks down the Bears 17-9 loss with an emphasis on the broadcasting team taking Halas Hall to task. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The guys open by debating where the line is on comedy and content. Tony acts inappropriately at a Barnes & Noble (23:33). Russ updates us on the MLB lockout (29:22). Jason calls the police about a skunk (54:55). Steph Curry stands among the all-time greats (1:26:47). Brought to you by BetUS. Join BetUS and use promo code SPORTSADJACENT to get a 125% sign-up bonus at https://www.betus.com.pa/join .Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence sits down with the EIC of CubsInsider.com. They talk about their shared love of baseball, starting a media company and Wu-Tang Clan. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laurence exams the Bears 45-30 loss in Green Bay and the play that said it all about Matt Nagy's tenure. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy