LEVYCAST

LEVYCAST

From the mind of Chicago media personality, Dan Levy... we present to you; "LevyCast"! LevyCast is a podcast hosted by the charismatic and insightful Dan Levy, where he dives into fascinating conversations with some of the most interesting people from a wide range of industries and backgrounds. Each episode will be different from the others. Whether you're a seasoned podcast listener or just getting started, LevyCast is sure to leave you inspired and informed, and most definitely entertained! Enjoy.

Episodes

February 21, 2024 21 mins
LEVYCAST IS BACK!!!!!! After a year-long hiatus, host Dan Levy is joined by his good pal, Chicago sports reporter Mark Grote and talk about what they would do to fix NBA All-Start Weekend. Who is the face of the NFL. And, what are the Bears going to do on draft night. Plus, a WHOLE lot more.
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On this edition of LevyCast, we have a true legend of the game joining us - NFL Hall of Famer Warren Sapp.


Sapp is one of the most dominant players in NFL history, known for his fierce defensive play during his 13-year career. But his story goes far beyond the football field, and today we'll be getting to know the man behind the iconic #99 jersey.


Dan and Warren went viral after they both appeared on; "The Boone ...

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February 9, 2023 28 mins

On this episode of; "LevyCast".  Hosts Dan Levy and Mark Grote discuss the following topics:


- How amazing power naps really are.

- LeBron James is the NBA's leading all-time scorer and MJ fans are pissed!

- Famous people who have resting jerk faces.

- GOATS.

- Levy's Joe Namath story.

- Levy once had to be a bodyguard for Sylvester Stallone.

- Dan Levy went VIRAL and now he's thirsty to do it again.

- And so much more.

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December 12, 2022 52 mins

NBC 5 Chicago's Steve Dolinsky is known in Chicago for food.  He's been a Chicago treasure on TV for over 20 years.  Formerly known as; "The Hungry Hound", Steve not only tackles the local spots but also travels the globe in search of the best food in the world.  He's a 6-time James Beard award-winner and he's also turned up as an occasional judge or contributor on “Iron Chef America” and “Unique Eats”.

On this episo...

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November 29, 2022 26 mins

On this episode of LevyCast, hosts Dan Levy and Mark Grote tackle the following topics:


1) What it's like to actually cover a professional sports team for a living.

2) The fun of trolling Bears fans.

3) Should the Bears lose every game of this season from here on out?

4) Our coolest story's from when we were at the United Center.

5) **Mailbag question**: What's our go-to Taco Bell order?


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September 5, 2022 36 mins

LevyCast on Labor Day?  Sure...why the "F" not!?!?  On this episode of the LevyCast, host Dan Levy is joined by as always - Chicago Sports media personality and Chicago Bears sideline reporter Mark Grote and former radio colleague Jeff Sanders.  The guys dive into the following topics:

1) Being fired in radio.

2) How to get fired like a champ.

3) Mark once dated Dan's wife Jill.

4) Dan and Mark share their own storie...

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August 16, 2022 36 mins

In this latest installment of; "LevyCast" - host Dan Levy and Mark Grote talk about:

- The challenges of covering an NFL team during training camp.

- Dan's horrible summer.

- ESPN got it wrong with the Derek Jeter documentary.

- More Shaquille O'Neal stories

- And, did Dan hurt NBA Hall of Famer Alonzo Mourning's feelings?

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On this special edition of LevyCast, Host Dan Levy and Mark Grote dive into the following topics:


1) Facebook Police is making everyone feel horrible about enjoying their Memorial Day.

2) Dan's son Dj gets compared to Justin Timberlake and then gets exposed to COVID.

3) Getting older sucks!

4) The life of a radio broadcast sucks and nobody gets it...no matter how many times it's explained.

5) Dan's voice can now be downloaded ...

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March 10, 2022 23 mins

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL IS BACK!!!!  And, so is LevyCast!  In this edition, host Dan Levy is joined by his usual cohorts Chicago sports personalities Mark Grote and Mark Carman as well as a special guest appearance by former Major League All-Star, Silver Slugger and Gold Glover Bret Boone!


In this episode, the guys have fun and talk about Baseball coming back!!!  Enjoy!

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March 3, 2022 54 mins

In this SPECIAL edition of; "LevyCast" - Host Dan Levy dives back into the world of voice-over and the person he chose to interview happens to be superstar talent/agent Marc Guss.  He's not only a pioneer in the business, he is the founder of ACM talent, influencer, entrepreneur, and now the author of the much-anticipated book; "Instincts of a Talent Agent".  So if you or someone you know is in VO or wants to get i...

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February 4, 2022 28 mins

On this latest edition of LevyCast, Dan is joined by Chicago Media personalities Mark Grote and Mark Carman.


Along with all of the ball-busting, the crew really zeros in on Mark Carman who shook the sports world with an attempt at breaking a major news story, that ended up going HORRIBLY wrong.


Enjoy!

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The hit podcast; "LevyCast" returns with a bang!!  

Guests: From the 670 The Score Mark Grote, From WGN Radio and Fansided Sports Mark Carman, Chicago Journalist Dan Dorfman and Chicago Sports media member David Schuster.

Topics include:

1) Scottie Pippen came out with a new book about Michael Jordan...we had to talk about THAT!

2) Is Mark Carman a tier 2 media member?

3) David Shuster shares famous personal stories about Pipp...

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September 17, 2021 20 mins

The critically acclaimed podcast; "LevyCast" is back!  Host Dan Levy and Chicago Sports Radio personality Mark Grote tackle important issues:


1) Jewish Holidays.

2) How does one get a job doing Purgatory?

3) Dan is dating his wife again.

4) What are the consequences of tipping TOO much at your favorite eating establishment?  

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May 4, 2021 52 mins

On this episode of; "LEVYCAST" - host Dan Levy goes 1-ON-1 with comedian and one-time radio co-host Kevin Bozeman.


They discuss:

1) Problems with having the same names as OTHER celebrities.

2) How Kevin got into comedy.

3) Advice on how to do standup.

4) Is Dave Chappell the GOAT of comedians?

5) Don't meet your heroes.

6) Dan tells the story of the first time he met Michael Jordan (It didn't turn out well).

7) What goes into ...

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April 29, 2021 28 mins
On the latest episode of LevyCast, host Dan Levy is joined by Chicago Bears sideline reporter Mark Grote and media writer Dan Dorfman as they discuss: 1) NFL Draft 2) Cable Company prompts and life hacks. 3) Paying only the amount that is past due. 4) Levy and Grote's awkward dining moments. 5) Do you tip on a tab when you're just picking up food? 5) Dan "The Big Tuna" Dorfman. Enjoy!
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March 18, 2021 18 mins
In the latest installment of "LevyCast".  Host Dan Levy is joined by former Bears player/actor Anthony "Spice" Adams hopped on, along with returning favorites Mark Grote and Mark Carman. In this episode they discuss: 1) Spice's dramatic weight loss. 2) Most disciplined/organized Bears player. 3) The Bears once had a Terminator on the roster. 4) Most delicious defensive squad. 5) Best burger in Chicago and so much more! Please sha...
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February 15, 2021 33 mins

On this latest edition of LevyCast, host Dan Levy is joined by fan-Favorites and Chicago media personalities Mark Carman and Chicago Bears Reporter Mark Grote.


They discuss:

1) Carm 365.

2) Tom Brady more G.O.A.T. than Michael Jordan??

3) Is this a fake podcast?

4) Locker Room War Stories.

5) Dan Levy VS NBA All-Star Baron Davis.

6) Carman and Grote's credibility compared to Dan Levy.

7) Dan's role with the Mancow show in the ...

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February 8, 2021 40 mins

LEVYCAST IS BACK!!!!  This episode host Dan Levy is joined by Chicago media personality Al Roker Jr.  They discuss:


1) There's more than one Dan Levy in this world, and this one isn't doing quite as well as the one who hosted on SNL.

2) Roker has ENDLESS Jersey Mike points and has no reason to use any of them.

3) The genesis of Dan and Roker's relationship.

4) Their trip to the 2006 Super Bowl.

5) How Dan became Joe ...

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December 16, 2020 48 mins

On this edition of LevyCast, host Dan Levy is joined by Chicago sports radio host and Chicago Bears sideline reporter Mark Grote.


They Discuss:

1) Does anyone care where they get their podcasts from?

2) Dan's MAJOR lifestyle change.

3) Chanukah's unique delicacies

4) Where we are at with COVID paranoia

5) Toilet Paper POWER RANKINGS! 

6) As a society, we never figured out the; "Handshake".

7) Bathroom attendants.

8) Bears

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November 16, 2020 30 mins

In this edition of; "LevyCast", host Dan Levy is joined by a former Chicago/Indiana radio personality, Jeff "Sanders" O'Keefe.

In this episode they discuss: 

1) Adult married men have no say in their life.

2) The real Dan Levy continues to ghost.

3) Radio life at a traffic network company.

4) Remembering the now, late Ronnie's Steakhouse.

5) Falling asleep on the radio.

6) Where are you at with COVID precautions.

7) The best t...

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