The Big Red Bus: A Chicago Bulls Podcast

The Big Red Bus - Episode 216 - Our Cup Overfloweth

See Red Fred is joined once again by the Podfather, Doug Thonus, for a ride filled with history and hard truths.

🏀 Protect Yourself at All Times – The guys kick things off with a shocking deep dive into the astounding lack of cup usage across the NBA and other sports. Is it toughness, tradition, or just plain crazy?

📊 Guess the Wins – Fred challenges Doug to “Guess the Wins” for...

Join us on 'The Big Red Bus' as we dive deep into the world of NBA shooting guards, focusing on Coby White's unexpected ranking. In this episode, we explore the nuances of player evaluations, share nostalgic stories from Chicago Bulls history, and engage in fun trivia. Whether you're a die-hard Bulls fan or a casual basketball observer, you're sure to enjoy the lively discussions and insights. Tune in now and let's see who really d...

🎙️ Episode Overview

In Episode 213 of the Big Red Bus, See Red Fred and Doug discuss the last show, the Alex Caruso trade (again), the ongoing Josh Giddey negotiations, and the Bulls’ bleak placement at #11 in ESPN’s rebuild rankings by Tim Bontemps. They also react to the Billy Donovan extension and debate whether the Bulls will go over or under their Vegas-projected 32.5 wins.

📝 Time Stamps

0:00 – Doug’...

Episode Notes & Timeline:

• Intro – Coldplay Concert & Iconic Images

• 3:30 – Pleading to the 5%

• 5:15 – Josh Giddey

• 9:45 – AKME Improvements

• 17:00 – Yuki Mania

• 21:00 – The Trajectory of the Team
  Where is this Bulls team really headed? A sobering analysis of direction, ambition, and expectations.

• 35:00 – AKME’s Five Biggest Mistakes
  Mark provides his analysis on the five most damaging moves made by...

🎙️ Episode Breakdown:

Segment 1: Bulls Summer League Breakdown (00:00 - 07:00)
Fred opens with a passionate rant about the Bulls’ first two Summer League games — calling them a “calamitous disaster.” He critiques the lack of shooting, questionable roster construction, and missed opportunities for player development.

Segment 2: Interview with Coach Lafayette Bell (07:00 - End)
A wide-ranging and insightful conversation with on...

Big Red Bus Driver See Red Fred is joined by Alejandro D. from Bulls On Tap to break down the blockbuster Lonzo Ball–Isaac Okoro trade. Fred shares his enthusiastic take on why this may be one of AKME’s smartest moves yet, praising Okoro’s elite perimeter defense, motor, and fit in a faster-paced Bulls system. They also discusses the potential of first-round pick Noa Essengue and what his selection says about the Bulls’ evolving id...

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 Big Red Bus – Episode Title: “Interview with Betsey Cashmoney”

Episode Summary:
See Red Fred welcomes Bulls Twitter legend Betsey Cashmoney onto the Big Red Bus to break down the ...

Episode Title: The Big Red Bus - Episode 207 - Finals Talk and the Cedric Coward Eval

Episode Notes:

Hop aboard The Big Red Bus with See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus as they navigate the latest turns in the NBA landscape and assess what it all means for the Chicago Bulls.

00:00 – Intro and Banter
Fred and Doug kick things off with their trademark back-and-forth, setting the stage for a loaded episode.

05:00 – NBA Finals An...

🎙 Podcast Notes: "The Lacey James Interview" – Big Red Bus with See Red Fred
Guest: Lacey James
Host: See Red Fred Pfeiffer
Episode Title: Lacey James Interview on the Big Red Bus: His Basketball Journey & Focus on Faith 

🔊 Episode Overview:

This episode of The Big Red Bus kicks off with See Red Fred sharing his latest thoughts on the Indiana Pacers’ impressive postseason run and the firing of Tom Thibodeau by the Ne...

🎙️ Big Red Bus: Special Guest Big Dave Watson of CHGO! Episode #205

Hop on the Bus as See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus welcome the legendary Big Dave Watson from CHGO for a jam-packed episode of Bulls banter, weather warnings, and front office fire.

📰 News & Weather Talk — Only on the Big Red Bus will you get a breakdown of Bulls basketball and a brief discussion on Chicago local news broadcasts.

⏰ 6:00 mark — “What do ...

In this lively and wide-ranging episode of The Big Red Bus, See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus discuss one of the Bulls’ most intriguing potential draft picks: Collin Murray-Boyles. The South Carolina forward has been rising up draft boards thanks to his physical style of play, defensive versatility, and emerging offensive skill set.  See Red Fred identifies Derik Queen as a player with high bust potential.

The show starts ...

The Big Red Bus & The Big Red Twelve: Draft Lottery Reaction

🎙 Episode Title: The Big Red Bus & The Big Red Twelve – NBA Draft Lottery Reaction

🚍 Hosted by: See Red Fred (@cbefred) & The Podfather Doug Thonus

📅 Episode Overview:
See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus dive deep into the aftermath of the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery. With the Chicago Bulls landing the 12th pick, the duo discusses the implications for the franchise, h...

See Red Fred and Drew Stevens continue their conversation on the state of the team and the franchise. They dig deeper into the challenges facing the Bulls’ front office, the critical importance of the upcoming draft, and what it will take to restore confidence in the direction of the organization. Passionate, honest, and unfiltered—this is Bulls talk at its finest.

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Drew Stevens of The Bigs joins See Red Fred on the latest episode of the Big Red Bus for a spirited and insightful discussion on the current state of the Chicago Bulls. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, the duo dives into the rising tensions within the Bulls fanbase, exploring why social media debates have grown increasingly toxic and divided. They examine the fierce arguments between supporters of Coby White and Josh Giddey...

In the latest episode of The Big Red Bus, titled "Play-Inferno", hosts See Red Fred and the Podfather Doug Thonus take a hard look at the Bulls' post-All-Star break performance, breaking down the wins and what they really mean for the team’s future.

The duo also dives into a critical debate: Which current Bulls players could realistically be rotation players on a championship-caliber team? With the long-term outlook in mind, Fred an...