OT - Silvy Diagnosed with Stage 3 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

Susan · Post #1 » by **Susan** » Wed Apr 22, 2020 7:44 pm

Know he's a reader of this board and just wanted to give him a big e-hug. He's been a staple in Chicago Sports Radio for a long while now and has been one of my favorite hosts for nearly 20 years.

https://www.dailyherald.com/sports/20200422/feder-espn-1000s-marc-silverman-reveals-cancer-diagnosis

Marc Silverman, widely admired afternoon co-host on Good Karma Brands ESPN sports/talk WMVP 1000-AM, disclosed on his show Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with Stage 3 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a cancer of the lymphatic system, Robert Feder writes.

League Circles · Post #2 » by **League Circles** » Wed Apr 22, 2020 7:54 pm

That's tough to hear. I like Silvy a lot though haven't listened in over a year due to schedule. He feels like a friend to all Chicago sports fans.

My dad had a similar diagnosis and was able to beat it for now with chemo, so I'm optimistic for Silvy.

gardenofsound · Post #3 » by **gardenofsound** » Wed Apr 22, 2020 8:04 pm

League Circles wrote:That's tough to hear. I like Silvy a lot though haven't listened in over a year due to schedule. He feels like a friend to all Chicago sports fans.

My dad had a similar diagnosis and was able to beat it for now with chemo, so I'm optimistic for Silvy.

All-in for Silvy... appreciated him being more vocal about the Bulls dysfunction in a reasonable way over the past several years.

If only he were a Sox fan...

MrFortune3 · Post #4 » by **MrFortune3** » Wed Apr 22, 2020 8:49 pm

That sucks. Prayers to him and his family.

Post #5 » by **dougthonus** » Wed Apr 22, 2020 9:38 pm

I haven't listened to sports radio regularly since I started working downtown, but I loved his shows with both Carmen and Waddle. Always a great listen, and like everyone, will be cheering for a healthy, speedy recovery.

Post #6 » by **GimmeDat** » Wed Apr 22, 2020 11:11 pm

As an overseas guy, I haven't listened to him on the radio, but I know he's been a big part of the Bulls community.

So if you're reading, Silvy, thoughts are with you, mate.

ThreeMileAllan · Post #7 » by **ThreeMileAllan** » Thu Apr 23, 2020 12:53 am

Dang Waddle and Silvy are good escapism and have been great during this pandemic. They've def carried me thru some times man. Hope Chicago radio listeners can return the favor

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HINrichPolice · Post #8 » by **HINrichPolice** » Thu Apr 23, 2020 1:15 am

Silvy, thoughts are you with you! You've certainly helped me get through some down times by being able to listen to some Bulls discussion on the radio during long commutes.

ATRAIN53 · Post #9 » by **ATRAIN53** » Thu Apr 23, 2020 2:03 pm

Very sobering news-

Guy is the same age as me, my wife grew up around him - Niles North. I've probably listened to him on Chicago radio since he started. Love how he worked himself from noting to a Chi radio legend.

The worst part is he just stated up a family in the last few years, has very young kids.

He's young and in good shape so he will beat it-

News like this is why I've been trying to take better care of myself as I hit 50.

Post #10 » by **Michael Jackson** » Thu Apr 23, 2020 2:21 pm

Silvy here is to recovery! I listened to him early on with Carmen, actually just referenced him as being the reporter who last minute said Krause was going to take Odom. Always liked the guy honestly, I personally listen to the WSCR more just because of the production aspect. ESPN has a certain sheen across all their products that I don’t love but it has nothing to do with their actual hosts. Silvy is one of the best if not the best host to talk about the Bulls imho.

GetBuLLish · Post #11 » by **GetBuLLish** » Thu Apr 23, 2020 2:38 pm

Wishing Silvy a quick recovery. He makes Chicago sports so much more enjoyable, especially when teams are in a rut (e.g., Chicago Bulls circa today). Never met him before but he seems like a really awesome guy.

nitetrain8603 · Post #12 » by **nitetrain8603** » Thu Apr 23, 2020 5:41 pm

I love that he cares about the Bulls and that he started to tell it like it is the last few years. He's a knowledgable Chicago meatball which makes him great. Hoping for a speedy recovery for the guy as he seems like a great father and husband.

League Circles · Post #13 » by **League Circles** » Thu Apr 23, 2020 6:05 pm

Off topic, but I just turned on espn radio streaming for the first time in months. I used to listen only in the car. It's crazy how different their voices sound online streaming vs over the air radio broadcast. Sound like different people lol. Not in a good or bad way, just funny.

jc23 · Post #14 » by **jc23** » Thu Apr 23, 2020 6:45 pm

Kick its ass Silvy!

dumbell78 · Post #15 » by **dumbell78** » Thu Apr 23, 2020 9:49 pm

I wish him a speedy recovery and all the best. I listen to their podcast from time to time on long drives and what not. Even though I'm not in Chicago anymore, I would make and effort to listen to W&S to get a pulse of Chicago.

MisterRoy · Post #16 » by **MisterRoy** » Fri Apr 24, 2020 12:20 am

You're gonna whip it's @$$ Silvy!

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Post #17 » by **kingkirk** » Fri Apr 24, 2020 1:31 am

A legitimately good dude and person. Always been good to me. I tune into U.S. radio from abroad because of him. He'll kick its ass.

t-time · Post #18 » by **t-time** » Fri Apr 24, 2020 7:06 am

Wishing him all the best!

NBAnimal · Post #19 » by **NBAnimal** » Fri Apr 24, 2020 6:05 pm

Listened to Silvy talk Bulls and Bears many a day. Praying for full recovery!

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Toulouse · Post #20 » by **Toulouse** » Sat Apr 25, 2020 5:20 am

Silvy will conquer this, I have no doubt!