By The Horns: A Chicago Bulls Show
Welcome to By The Horns, a podcast covering the Chicago Bulls. Hosted by Bulls Countdown Live host Camron Smith and CHSN Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson. We’ll bring you the latest updates along with guest interviews and breaking news. Episodes are released every Tuesday and Thursday.
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Episodes
Monday Sep 30, 2019
Monday Sep 30, 2019
In the latest edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, Leila Rahimi is joined by Kendall Gill, Will Perdue and Bulls Insider KC Johnson. The panel discusses their biggest takeaways from media day plus which guys need to take the next step in their careers. (2:00) Will talks about the importance of getting off to a good start. (4:45) They also discuss some potential all stars for the Bulls and whether this team can make the playoffs this season. (6:45) KC explains why he thinks kris dunn will be the starting point guard this season. (8:45) They discuss what kind of role Denzel Valentine can have on this team (12:30). Plus which Bulls player will step into a leadership role? (18:30)
Thursday Sep 26, 2019
Thursday Sep 26, 2019
On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, new NBC Sports Chicago Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson joins Kevin Anderson to discuss his career change and the upcoming Bulls season.0:45 - KC Johnson on starting a new chapter in his career2:30 - KC on being a beat reporter and the job’s challenges4:05 - On the balance of reporting and what stories to go public with4:55 - On dealing with agents6:10 - On the mentors in his career7:30 - On his favorite moment he’s covered in person9:45 - Favorite moment since the Jordan Bulls11:30 - Favorite player he’s covered15:45 - KC’s Top 5 NBA cities17:15 - On potential of being a national NBA reporter18:15 - On his mailbag and interacting with fans19:12 - Most important Bulls player for this upcoming season21:15 - On LaVine’s chances of being an all-star this season23:15 - On Otto Porter’s significance to the Bulls24:30 - On realistic expectations for Coby White27:05 - Does he plan on challenging Kendall Gill in 1on1?
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
Tuesday Sep 17, 2019
On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, ESPN senior writer and co-author of ‘Bad As I Wanna Be’, Tim Keown joins Kevin Anderson to discuss Dennis Rodman’s autobiography, the 30 for 30 documentary, and the impact of sports on a community.0:45 Tim on the Rodman 30 for 30 and if it was an accurate portrayal of who Rodman is2:35 If he knew how big ‘Bad As I Wanna Be’ was going to be when it came out 5:00 On the process of writing the book and getting Rodman’s ‘voice’ right7:45 More on writing the book and getting Rodman’s words and thoughts in print9:40 On Rodman’s reaction to ‘Bad As I Wanna Be’11:15 On when Tim realized the impact of the book on Rodman13:10 Tim on how the book impacted his own career16:45 How Rodman came across as lonely in the 30 for 30 doc, is that accurate?18:50 On Rodman’s legacy, what will he be remembered for?21:20 On if Tim would like to do a follow-up book with Rodman22:40 On Tim’s story for ESPN on Paradise High School’s football team and the impact of recovering from the devastating fire in 201829:35 On how sports can help a community recover from a tragedy
Monday Sep 09, 2019
Monday Sep 09, 2019
On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Hall of Fame writer Sam Smith discusses his new book with Derrick Rose, “I’ll Show You”.1:35 On the perception that Rose was misunderstood by the media and that he didn’t want to play10:45 On Rose being a quiet introvert and getting him to open up for the book17:20 Was Sam surprised on how open Rose was for the book?22:45 On Rose being socially aware and what Sam learned about him30:15 On Rose saying he did not want to be drafted by the Bulls on draft night after hearing a conversation between Gar Forman and BJ Armstrong38:55 On the narrative that Rose didn’t want to recruit other stars to come play for the Bulls, and why Rose was upset with the Bulls organization45:37 On Rose’s relationship with Joakim Noah and their friendship50:05 Should the Bulls retire #1? Does Rose belong in the Hall of Fame?55:15 On Rose’s love for chess59:40 Sam on why the Bulls will surprise people this season
Wednesday Sep 04, 2019
Wednesday Sep 04, 2019
On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Kendall Gill joins Kevin Anderson and Michael Walton.1:30 - On the ridiculous debate of Larry Bird vs Blake Griffin6:40 - Kendall on playing against Bird and Larry Legend talking trash10:00 - On Kendall’s two dogs and our Pro Pets series12:30 - Kendall on being part of the original NBA Jam video game16:20 - On the league’s best duos and where Lauri+LaVine rank20:05 - Kendall on his recent conversation with LaVine21:20 - Kendall on the plan to train with LaVine and coach him on defenseEditor’s note: Kendall holds the NBA record for most steals in a single game with 1123:00 - Kendall on keys to being a very good defensive player26:20 - On the need for Lauri and LaVine to run the pick n roll together27:45 - KG on the kind of workout the average NBA player goes through right now
Thursday Aug 22, 2019
Thursday Aug 22, 2019
On this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, Sean Highkin and Michael Walton join Kevin Anderson.1:00 The great Chicken Sandwich Wars- believe the hype5:15 Judging the Bulls missed free throw promotion with Chick-fil-A9:25 The story of Michael Jordan betting with teammates on the Dunkin Donuts race11:45 The myth of the special NBA Jams version with Michael Jordan17:00 How Jordan would have used twitter in the 90’s18:00 Which player in NBA history would have had the best twitter account22:20 Are you with Devin Booker or Joakim Noah in the double-team debate?25:37 On the NBA rookie survey and Cam Reddish winning ‘best career’ vote
Friday Aug 16, 2019
Friday Aug 16, 2019
On this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, Kendall Gill, Will Perdue, and Kevin Anderson discuss the Bulls schedule and wild claims by Rockets GM Daryl Morey.0:45 Reacting to Daryl Morey’s claim that James Harden is a better scorer than Jordan was6:20 On Westbrook and Harden dynamic8:35 Are Rockets the favorites in the west?12:15 On impact losing DeMarcus Cousins has on the Lakers14:30 On the Bulls only getting one national TV game next season, should players feel insulted?18:25 Will on the importance of the preseason for the Bulls20:45 Expectations for the Bulls to start the season strong23:15 On Bulls fans needing a good start to stay interested24:20 Is it a disappointment if they finish 9th in the east?25:30 How does the Bulls starting five compare to the best teams in the East?28:30 Why Lauri Markkanen is the x-factor for the Bulls to make the postseason31:25 On Michael Porter Jr. snapping Adam Silver’s personal cell phone number
Tuesday Jul 30, 2019
Tuesday Jul 30, 2019
On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski and Kevin Anderson are joined by Bulls superfan See Red Fred0:45 - Fred compares Mark to Oprah1:35 - Fred details his visit to the Advocate Center2:45 - Fred’s pep talk to the Bulls sales staff and why the Bulls have the angriest fan base on twitter5:20 - Fred goes over his reasons why the Bulls fan base is angry including ‘unfair’ media coverage 12:15 - Theories on why Bulls fan base could be angriest14:10 - Fred explains what Ricardo Montalban syndrome is (editor’s note: he made it up)16:05 - Mark thinks Fred and Jim Boylen would be good friends19:00 - Why Fred believes 43-45 wins is realistic for the Bulls22:45 - On the tiers in the Eastern Conference and Fred’s ‘rule of 7’25:05 - Other predictions for the 2019-20 season
Wednesday Jul 24, 2019
Wednesday Jul 24, 2019
On this edition of the Bulls Talk podcast, Mark Schanowski is joined by NBC national NBA insider Tom Haberstroh.0:40 On the wildest NBA offseason in memory1:50 Reaction to Kawhi picking the Clippers and how good that team can be4:50 On the Lakers and why they have set themselves up to have a ‘big 3’ with DeMarcus Cousins7:15 Handicapping the western conference contenders including why Denver makes sense for Chris Paul10:10 Can the Rockets make it work?14:40 On the Pelicans and if they can make the postseason this upcoming year16:40 Tom on why he likes the Bulls offseason18:55 On Tomas Satoransky and why he is underrated around the league21:05 On Kris Dunn’s future with the Bulls23:10 Can either LaVine or Markkanen make the all-star team?25:25 On expectations for Jim Boylen and the new coaching staff27:25 On Bulls playoff chances and which team can they overtake in the East29:50 Why Bulls fans should temper expectations for Coby White30:37 Living in Charlotte, Tom says White Sox super prospect Luis Robert is more popular than any current Hornets player
Monday Jul 22, 2019
Monday Jul 22, 2019
On this edition of the Bulls Talk Podcast, Mark Schanowski, Kendall Gill, and Kevin Anderson discuss Kendall’s broadcast career in boxing and the latest NBA news.0:45 Kendall on calling the Pacquiao fight2:10 On seeing Pacquiao up close and a new appreciation for his skill4:05 KG on his crossover in his 50+ basketball league and tagging Vincent Goodwill6:18 Reaction to Carlos Boozer getting cut his from his Big 3 team8:40 Kendall on Thad Young getting Team USA invite and why he’d decline it12:18 On Wendell Carter Jr passing on throwing out the first pitch at the White Sox game Monday night13:50 On Kyle Korver signing with the Bucks15:20 Debating who’s the favorite in the East: Bucks or Sixers?19:30 On Ricky O’Donnell and his quote on Arci and White21:30 Challenge of Boylen keeping his players happy with the rotation22:30 On Bulls bringing Shaq Harrison back and having 5 point guards25:45 Why stretching Felicio is unlikely at this point in the offseason26:44 On Tim Duncan becoming an assistant coach with the Spurs30:20 No Justin Holiday return to the Bulls31:00 On the Lakers signing Giannis’ younger brother