Laurence Holmes is having a full-blown fit over the news that Sony and Marvel couldn't reach an agreement. He tried to work through it during this episode, to no avail. He's in his geek-feelings true believers. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes discussed the shocking news that former Bears running back Cedric Benson passed away in a motorcycle accident in Austin, Texas on Saturday. Holmes reflected on covering Benson during his Bears tenure and why Benson was such a complicated figure. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes discussed the White Sox's television broadcast Friday night, which featured basketball legend Bill Walton as color analyst. Holmes also got the scoop from play-by-play man Jason Benetti on how the union came to happen. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes discussed why offensive linemen look so different physically after they're done playing. He talked with former NFL offensive linemen Tom Thayer and David Diehl about the process of cutting weight to normal size when their playing days were done and the lengths they went to stay at their desired weight in the NFL. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes discussed former White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen not being in uniform in a dugout or in a front office. Holmes believes that needs to change and explained why. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes roasted the NCAA for its now-amended "Rich Paul Rule," explaining you don't have to go to college to be ethical or good at your job. Holmes shared some of his own frustration on this front when it comes to teaching. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes was joined by 670 teammate Maggie Hendricks to marvel at the incredible athleticism of USA gymnast Simone Biles and talks all things gymnastics. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes was joined by Jeff Agrest of the Chicago Sun-Times to discuss a sports media story that may have been overlooked by many consumers. The potential exists for Dish Network to not carry the Marquee Sports Network, which will every around 150 of the Cubs' game annually moving forward. Holmes and Agrest discussed the potential ramifications for Cubs fans and what could happen as the negotiations grow closer to the launch of the Cubs' own network. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes had a visit with Carl McDowell, who stars on the show "Ballers" on HBO. McDowell is originally from the South Side, and they discussed Season 5 of Ballers, growing up in Chicago and what it's like working with The Rock. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes sat down with former Bears cornerback Charles Tillman to discuss why Tillman plans to row across Lake Michigan next month. They also talked about why Tillman believe that Bears safety Eddie Jackson will break his defensive touchdown record. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes took a dive deep into an evaluation of Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky with the help of a smart interview of backup quarterback Chase Daniel by the Bernstein & McKnight Show. If you want to learn about what it takes to quarterback in the NFL, this is the episode for you. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes explained that no matter how hard you try, it's hard to completely dismiss this Cubs team. After a sweep of the Brewers this weekend, the Cubs are back in first place in the NL Central and showing some resiliency. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes explored the difficulties that athletes sometimes have with post-college life and how that experience isn't exclusive. Holmes interviewed NBC Sports Chicago reporter JJ Stankevitz, who wrote a piece about how Bears receiver Anthony Miller worked through some of those pitfalls in his rookie year. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes has been at Bears training camp this week. He has some information but is having a hard time figuring out what to share and if any of it is important. He's clearly in a crisis, but it's a fun crisis to listen to. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes is angry with Pirates manager Clint Hurdle, who was amid the controversy of the brawl between Pittsburgh and Cincinnati on Tuesday evening. Holmes discussed that fight and why that's a pattern of behavior that has flanked Hurdle. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes took a look at the proposed 9 a.m. PST kickoffs that the Pac-12 is exploring for football games in the fall. Holmes is all for it and explains why. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes worked through his thoughts on the DePaul's men's basketball team being put on probation, sharing his feelings about the NCAA, the Blue Demons' lack of winning for the better part of his adult life and more. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

In front of an audience of high school players, Laurence Holmes recently emceed a discussion on baseball that ranged from the history of the Negro Leagues to the unwritten rules of the game and more. It left him with a lot of questions as well. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes has strong feelings about protective netting at baseball games, and he was really proud the of the White Sox for getting ahead of the game. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes discussed his thoughts on Phase 4 of Marvel's MCU after watching "Spider-Man: Far From Home." Holmes also shared a couple of comic book recommendations for you. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes discussed his feelings about watching the classic Wimbledon final Sunday, as Novak Djokovic defeated Roger Federer in scintillating 7-6, 1-6, 7-6, 4-6, 13-12 fashion. Holmes also shared some of his own tennis background. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

The Chicago Fire are looking to move back and play their games in the city. After discussing that idea previously, Laurence Holmes went more in depth with his feelings on the topic. He also discussed his connection to the Red Stars and the conversation he had on it with Danny Sanaromita of ProSoccerUSA.com. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Holmes was joined by "Late Night Lake Show" podcast host Ricky Barnes, who's ecstatic about the Lakers' chances in the new-look Western Conference. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

With the All-Star break upon us, Laurence Holmes reviewed the Cubs' up-and-down first half. Even though they're in first place at the break, there's a lot of work to be done and troubles to sift through. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

With the All-Star break upon us, Laurence Holmes reviewed the White Sox's first half. Were you pleasantly surprised or disappointed? See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.