Hang Up and Listen Podcast

The Poorly Photoshopped Water Polo Action Shot Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Ben Mathis-Lilley talk about the field for this year’s NCAA tournament and Zion Williamson’s return to the court. They also discuss the college admissions scandal and...

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The Live at Galapagos Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In a special live show in Brooklyn, Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the baseball playoffs and the NBA’s TV deal. Roy Blount Jr. joins to discuss his classic book About Three Brick...

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The Sorting Out the Winners From the Losers Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin talk about the basketball recruiting scandal at LSU. The New York Times’ Joe Drape also joins to discuss the deaths of 21 horses at Santa Anita Park. Finally, the Ringe...

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The These Are My Bosses Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss ESPN’s decision to suspend Bill Simmons, talk about the Kansas City Royals with Grantland’s Rany Jazayerli, and look at the turmoil surrounding the...

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The Rabbit Out of His Head Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Jemele Hill of the Atlantic to discuss what’s gone wrong with LeBron James and the Lakers. They also talk about Bryce Harper’s $330 million deal with the ...

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The What Are We Going to Do With These People? Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk to ESPN’s Jane McManus about the NFL and domestic violence. They also discuss Jameis Winston, Hope Solo, and what their teams should do about them. Fi...

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The Breaks of the Game Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Damon Young to discuss Zion Williamson and the NCAA. ESPN’s Scott Eden also joins to talk about disgraced NBA ref Tim Donaghy and Deadspin’s Dvora Meyers ...

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The Will Goodell Go? Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the NFL’s continued failures and whether Roger Goodell will go. They also examine the U.S. team’s dominant win at the FIBA World Cup and interview ...

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The Settling Our Grievances Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin is joined by Robert Lipsyte to discuss the settlement between the NFL and ex-49ers Colin Kaepernick and Eric Reid. Sean Forman also joins to explain how he built Sports Reference and Tom...

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The Ravens Cut Rice Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Ravens’ decision to cut Ray Rice. Slate’s Jamelle Bouie also joins to discuss the Atlanta Hawks owner’s racist email. Finally, Josh interviews ...

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The Telling Not Showing Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, NPR’s Gene Demby, and the New Yorker’s Vinson Cunninham discuss the big moves and non-moves at the NBA trade deadline. They also talk about Steven Soderbergh’s new NBA lockout movie Hig...

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The Jerry Loves Johnny Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss college football’s opening weekend bonanza of games at NFL stadiums. They also interview ESPN’s Don Van Natta Jr. about his profile of Jerry Jones ...

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The You’re We-ing This Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Slate’s Ben Mathis-Lilley discuss the Patriots’ putrid Super Bowl win over the Rams. The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis also joins to assess Tony Romo’s performance. Finally, ...

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The All’s Fair in Love and WAR Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the pros and cons of NFL preseason. They also talk about MVP candidate Alex Gordon and baseball’s search for an all-in-one stat, and speak with ESP...

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The Most Alarming Feet I’ve Ever Seen Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Courtney Nguyen to talk about Naomi Osaka’s Australian Open win. The Wall Street Journal’s Louise Radnofsky also joins to assess the U.S. figure skating c...

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The "Are the Kids Alright?" Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca discuss the election of Rob Manfred as the new MLB head. They also speak with author Mark Hyman about Little League baseball and talk to ESPN's Bonnie Ford about Canada...

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The When You’re the Steak Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by The Gist’s Mike Pesca to discuss the NFL’s conference championship games. ESPN’s Steve Fainaru also joins to talk about the collapsing football insurance ...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Tragedy at Canandaigua Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Mike Pesca interview Motorsport.com’s Steven Cole Smith about the death of Kevin Ward Jr.; talk to Grantland’s Shane Ryan about Rory McIlroy’s PGA win; and chat with the New York Tim...

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Remember When U.S. Women's Gymnastics Used to Be Joyful? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin is here to introduce you to What Next, Slate's new daily news podcast. UCLA’s Katelyn Ohashi wowed the internet this week with a viral video of her college gymnastics floor routine. As ...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Breaking News Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Paul George’s leg injury and its implications. They also talk with Slate’s Emily Bazelon about college sports and sexual assault, and interview Bas...

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The Rooting for the Mustache Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by The Football Girl’s Melissa Jacobs to discuss the NFL playoffs. They also talk about the state of black coaches in the NFL and Racquet’s Caitlin Thompson ...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Suspension and Disbelief Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and special guest Jason Gay discuss the NFL’s suspension of Ray Rice. They also break down the Astros’ failure to sign top overall pick Brady Aiken, and Kathryn Bertine join...

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The Phenomenal Young Gentleman Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Slate’s Nick Greene to discuss the NFL’s wild card weekend. Jonathan Tjarks of the Ringer also joins to talk about James Harden and Roger Bennett of Men i...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Losingest Winner Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Mike Trout’s fame or lack thereof, interview the Iroquois Nationals’ Ansley Jemison about the World Lacrosse Championship, and talk to NBC Sports’ ...

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The Yepremian Corollary Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin take listener questions in a special year-end call-in show. Topics include which sports movies are the most realistic, what sports story would make for a great season o...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Ohio Player Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Germany’s World Cup win, Lionel Messi’s loss, and what the heck happened to Brazil. They also talk about LeBron James’s return to Cleveland, and hi...

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The Round Mound of Rebound and the Cat Litter Scientist Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Shirley Wang to talk about her dad’s friendship with Charles Barkley. Jane Leavy also joins to discuss her Babe Ruth biography The Big Fella, and ESPN’s J...

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HUAL World Cup Extra: The Myth of Jogo Bonito Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this episode of Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi sift through the aftermath of the semifinals. They also talk with reporter Matt Negrin about his experience coveri...

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The Caught Between the Moon and Golden State Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the New Yorker’s Vinson Cunningham. They discuss Raheem Sterling and racism in English soccer, the 25th anniversary of the FOX-NFL alliance (with the Ring...

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HUAL World Cup Extra: The Dutch, Masters of Gamesmanship Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

On today’s episode of Howler Magazine's Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi discuss Dutch diving, conflicts faced by African teams, whether crowds are representative of ...

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The Edward R. Tebow Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by NPR’s Gene Demby to discuss Heisman winner Kyler Murray’s impending choice between pro baseball and pro football, the Philadelphia 76ers’ chemistry issues...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Going Mouth to Mouth Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Neymar, Messi, penalties, and other World Cup matters. The New York Times’ Ben Rothenberg also joins to talk Wimbledon, and Major League Eating CEO...

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The Deja Vu All Over Again Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by ThinkProgress’ Lindsay Gibbs to discuss the Kansas City Chiefs’ decision to cut Kareem Hunt. The New York Times’ Marc Tracy also joins to talk about Alaba...

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HUAL World Cup Extra: The Tim Howard Is Everywhere Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In today’s episode of Howler Magazine’s Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi talk about the U.S. loss to Belgium. They’re also joined by Dr. Emilio Bruna to discuss the B...

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The Foot Locker Gift Card Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by SB Nation’s Spencer Hall to discuss Texas A&M’s seven-overtime win over LSU. Joshua Robinson of the Wall Street Journal also joins to talk about the chaos...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Soft Rock and Salary Caps Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca discuss the end of the group stage and the beginning of the knockout round at the World Cup. They also talk about team-building in the NBA and MLB and deba...

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The NBA Players Aren’t Friends Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Athletic’s Ethan Sherwood Strauss to discuss Draymond Green’s beef with Kevin Durant. Oliver Roeder of FiveThirtyEight also joins to talk about the Wo...

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HUAL World Cup Extra: The Undead in the Group of Death Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In today’s episode of Howler Magazine’s Dummy, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi talk about the USA advancing in the World Cup, the Luis Suarez incident, the best and worst o...

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The NBA Jam Is Real Life Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Wall Street Journal’s Ben Cohen to discuss Duke freshman Zion Williamson and the video game–like NBA and NFL. Baseball writer Rob Neyer also joins to ...

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HUAL World Cup Extra: The Miguel Herrera is Pleasingly Rectangular Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Hang Up and Listen presents Howler’s World Cup podcast DUMMY. Today, David Goldblatt, Danny Karbassiyoon, and George Quraishi break down the USA-Portugal draw and the scenarios for the U.S. to adva...

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The Worst Quarterback Ever Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Washington Post’s Rick Maese to talk about the state of the Maryland football program after DJ Durkin’s firing. Slate’s Nick Greene also joins to disc...

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Hang Up and Listen: The White Elephant in Manaus Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Mike Pesca, and Grantland’s Bryan Curtis discuss American soccer’s emotional rollercoaster in Brazil and talk to Slate contributor Luke O’Brien about the scene at the U.S.-Portugal g...

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The How Not to Get Fired Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by ESPN’s Sam Miller to discuss Boston’s fourth World Series title in 15 years. ESPN’s Dave McMenamin also joins to talk about LeBron and the Lakers, and the...

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World Cup Dummy: The Now We Believe! Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Hang Up and Listen presents a special World Cup extra from our friends at Howler Magazine. Topics discussed in this episode of Dummy include the U.S. victory over Ghana, Costa Rican wunderkind Joel...

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The Crotch-Chopping, Bat-Flipping Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis is joined by Ben Lindbergh of the Ringer and Emma Baccellieri of Sports Illustrated to discuss the baseball playoffs; by author Michael Sokolove and Dan Wetzel of Yahoo Sports to talk...

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Hang Up and Listen: The San Antonio is Beautiful Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Spurs’ beautiful domination of the Heat in the NBA Finals. They also look back at a goal-filled first weekend of the World Cup and talk with US...

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The Middle Relievers All the Way Down Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Yahoo’s Jeff Passan to discuss Red Sox pitcher David Price’s October awfulness. ESPN’s Jeff Carlisle talks about why Major League Soccer’s Columbus Crew a...

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World Cup DUMMY: No Doves Were Killed in the Making of This Podcast from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Hang Up and Listen presents a special World Cup extra from our friends at Howler Magazine. Topics discussed in this episode of DUMMY include the Brazil-Croatia opener, the FIFA Congress, and what i...

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The Name-of-Coach Experiment Is Over Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Ben Mathis-Lilley, and Slate’s Joel Anderson discuss Drew Brees becoming the NFL’s all-time passing yardage leader, the UFC fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor, and co...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Boring Plus Time Equals Consistency Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss LeBron James’ cramps and other NBA Finals matters. They also look at California Chrome’s failed Triple Crown bid and interview David Haglund about ...

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The Satan’s Armpit Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Deadspin’s Laura Wagner are joined by Ben Lindbergh of the Ringer to discuss the baseball playoffs, and by Sally Jenkins of the Washington Post to discuss New England Patriots coa...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Elephants in the Garden Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Heat-Spurs NBA Finals rematch. They also interview hockey historian Stan Fischler and talk to former U.S. national team coach Bob Bradley about...

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The Let’s Retire at Halftime Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss Vontae Davis’ mid-game retirement and Le’Veon Bell’s holdout, Outside Magazine’s Alex Hutchinson talks about Eliud Kipchoge’s new marathon world record, and Aar...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Ninety Percent of the Game Is Half Mental Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the latest NBA playoffs news. They also talk to Jonathan Hock about his ESPN series on the U.S. World Cup soccer team and Landon Donovan’s roster o...

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The Let’s Talk About Serena Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and guest host Vann Newkirk of the Atlantic are joined by the New Yorker’s Louisa Thomas to discuss Serena Williams and the 2018 U.S. Open final. They’re also joined by Slate’s Derreck J...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Way Too Many Animals Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca interview ESPN’s Jeremy Schaap about the horror show in Qatar in advance of the 2022 World Cup. Puck Daddy’s Greg Wyshynski also joins to talk hockey, and ...

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The Jerry Jones Did What With Shoes? Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis are joined by Deadspin’s Laura Wagner to discuss Colin Kaepernick and Nike. Mark Leibovich also joins to talk about his new book on the NFL, Big Game. Finally, they int...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Baring Your Sole Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about Michael Sam and the NFL draft. They also talk about NBA comebacks, the Thunder’s coaching, and Kevin Durant’s MVP speech. Finally, they’re joine...

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The Speeding the Cube Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis are joined by Jessica Luther to discuss Ohio State’s decision not to fire its football coach Urban Meyer; Stefan talks to John Branch about competitive Rubik’s cube sol...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Red Flags with Character Issues Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the thrilling first round of the NBA playoffs. They also talk about the NFL draft and how teams assess prospects’ “red flags.” Finally, they consid...

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The Last Bruh You Hear Before You Get Hit In the Face Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by The Root’s Damon Young to discuss Jalen Ramsey, Jarvis Landry, and the state of NFL trash talk. They also talk about major rule changes in college basketb...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Sterling's Reputation Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca explore what the NBA should do about Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling. They also talk about baseball’s strange relationship with pine tar, and De...

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The Nudity as a Social Construct Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Slate’s Jim Newell to discuss Tiger Woods’ near-win at the PGA Championship, SB Nation’s Spencer Hall talks about toxic college football cultures, and ESP...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Remember the 96 Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the home-court negating first weekend of the NBA playoffs. They’re also joined by Puck Daddy’s Greg Wyshynski to discuss all things playoff hockey,...

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The Love Me Some Me Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin is joined by Deadspin’s Laura Wagner and the New Yorker’s Vinson Cunningham to talk about Urban Meyer’s possible ouster at Ohio State, Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees Terrell Owens a...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Farewell to Throwing Arms Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and special guest Johnette Howard discuss Bubba Watson’s Masters win. They also talk about baseball’s alarming rate of Tommy John surgeries, and are joined by the New Republ...

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BONUS: Upon Further Review - What if Tom Brady Never Became The Patriots’ Quarterback? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Live from the airwaves of WRNT, the 50,000 watt scorching (yet fictitious) voice of Boston sports radio….it’s The Dougie and The Donk Show. On today’s episode we take a trip to a fantastical footba...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Mr. Monopoly Was a Hipster Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Mike Pesca, and Mary Pilon preview the NCAA basketball finals and discuss with Andy Glockner what it's like to root for a Premier League team facing relegation. Finally, they talk ab...

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The Cloud of Salbutamol Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Dallas Wings star Liz Cambage to discuss the state of the WNBA. VeloNews’ Frederick Dreier talks about the Tour de France. Finally, Keith Barnes of the Ma...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Kain Mutiny Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the NCAA tournament’s surprising Final Four. They also talk about Northwestern football players getting the go-ahead to unionize, and they evaluate...

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The Fighting Cancer Beats Godspeed Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by ESPN’s Howard Bryant to discuss the militarization of sports, Slate’s Christina Cauterucci talks about Jaelene Hinkle, and Deadspin’s Dom Cosentino assess...

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The Allez Les Bleus Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Henry Grabar and Josh Levin are joined by Men in Blazers’ Roger Bennett to discuss the World Cup. Racquet Magazine’s Caitlin Thompson talks about Wimbledon. And Sports Illustrated’s Emma Baccellier...

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The Strangely Likable England Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Nick Greene and Josh Levin are joined by Sports Illustrated’s Grant Wahl to discuss the World Cup. The New Yorker’s Vinson Cunningham also joins to discuss Stephen A. Smith. Plus, an interview with...

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The LeBron to the Golden State Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Slate’s Ben Mathis-Lilley to discuss LeBron to the Lakers, Sports Illustrated’s Luis Miguel Echegaray talks about the World Cup, and the Political Gabfest...

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The Crying Neymar Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss the World Cup with Ken Early of the Irish Times, the fate of the DH and Major League Baseball expansion with Ben Lindbergh of the Ringer, and killing the NBA dr...

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The 54 O’s Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss the World Cup with Slate’s Nick Greene and Slate’s Jim Newell joins to talk about golf’s U.S. Open. Plus, an interview with BuzzFeed’s Ken Bensinger about his b...

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The Monday Morning Center Back Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin to talk about LeBron James' next stop; by Bruce Arena to discuss why the U.S. missed the World Cup; and by Slate's Jayson De Leon fo...

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The As Excited As Pat Sajak Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss the NBA finals between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors and the crazy story of anonymous Twitter accounts linked to Philadelphia 76ers GM Bryan...

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The Bricks, Bricks, and Additional Bricks Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by ESPN’s Kevin Pelton to discuss the fourth straight Cavs-Warriors NBA Finals. NPR’s Gene Demby also joins to talk about the NFL’s anthem policy, and Deadsp...

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The My Favorite House Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Athletic’s Marcus Thompson to discuss the Warriors and Steph Curry. Bloomberg’s Ira Boudway also joins to talk about legalized sports betting, and Joh...

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The Seven Dwarves Versus Four Giants Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and guest host Mike Pesca discuss the start of the NBA conference finals and the debate over the debate over who’s the greatest, Michael Jordan or LeBron James. Stefan talks to Roger ...

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The Little Tikes Hoop With a Saggy Pamper Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis is joined by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin to break down the epic buzzer-beater by LeBron James in Game 3 of the NBA’s Eastern Conference playoffs and by hockey writer Sean McIndoe to discuss...

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The No Texts or Nothin’ Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Wosny Lambre, and Ethan Sherwood Strauss discuss the NBA playoffs. They also talk about Meek Mill’s release from prison and his relationship with the 76ers, and they ponder quarterback ...

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The Bill Belichick’s Best Friend Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis discuss the NBA playoffs with Slate’s Nick Greene. The Irish Times’ Ken Early joins to talk about Arsene Wenger’s departure as Arsenal’s manager, and the MMQB’s Tim Roh...

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The Not Michael Jordan Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis discuss the musical Small Ball with Houston Rockets GM Daryl Morey. ESPN’s Bill Barnwell joins to talk about why the NFL is bad at scouting quarterbacks, and The Good P...

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The Everybody Hates Patrick Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis discuss Patrick Reed’s Masters win with Slate’s Jim Newell. The Toronto Star’s Bruce Arthur also joins to talk about the Humboldt bus crash, and the Ringer’s Ben Lindbe...

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The Goalie Is an Accountant Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis discuss the women’s NCAA tournament with Jere Longman and Kara Lawson. Patrick Fort also joins to talk about emergency hockey goalies, and they interview Jack Alexander...

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The Everyone Is Going Through Something Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, ESPN’s Joel Anderson, and NPR’s Gene Demby discuss March Madness. They also talk about the sports world’s response to the police killing of Stephon Clark and how Kevin Love and DeMar De...

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The Humble Swagger Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the New York Times’ Marc Tracy to discuss UMBC. Deadspin’s Dom Cosentino comes on to talk about Kirk Cousins’ new contract. Plus: Dave Kindred on covering...

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The Passing Is an Expression of Failure Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis talk with Slate’s Ben Mathis-Lilley about the NCAA Tournament, Slate’s Jim Newell joins to talk about Tiger Woods’ comeback, and ESPN’s Kevin Arnovitz assesses the Toro...

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The Golden Age of Tanking Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Guest hosts Daniel Engber and David Epstein talk with Carl Bialik about robot line judges in tennis, Mike Pesca joins for a review of NBA tanking, and Florentina Hettinga discusses the science of t...

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The "Here Comes Diggins!” Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis welcomes Slate’s Justin Peters and NBC Nordic skiing commentator Chad Salmela to recap the Winter Olympics. And journalist Ben Strauss and sports economist Andy Schwarz examine the go...

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The Trickless Hungarian Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin is joined by Slate’s Justin Peters and the Wall Street Journal’s Ben Cohen to talk about Elizabeth Swaney, Ester Ledecka, Nathan Chen, and more from the Olympics. PhillyVoice’s Kyle Neub...

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The Yoo-Hoo, We Did It Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis talk with Slate’s Justin Peters about the top stories from the Olympics, Jack Hamilton joins to look at the Cleveland Cavaliers’ roster shake-up, and Sports Illustrated...

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The Nick Foles Is a Super Bowl MVP Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis talk with the Gist’s Mike Pesca about the Eagles’ win over the Patriots in Super Bowl LII. They’re also joined by Jeff Passan of Yahoo to discuss what can be done to fi...

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The “What Did Izzo and Dantonio Know?” Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin talks with Paula Lavigne of ESPN and Slate’s Ben Mathis-Lilley about the Michigan State sexual abuse scandal. ESPN’s Howard Bryant also joins to discuss the Australian Open, and the Root...

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The One-Armed Bandit Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin talk about the Patriots’ and Eagles’ wins in the NFL’s title games; the New York Times’ Juliet Macur discusses the sex abuse scandal in U.S. gymnastics; and Deadspin’s ...

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The “They Shoot Utility Infielders, Don’t They?” Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss the Vikings’ last-second win over the Saints and other NFL playoff doings; the Wall Street Journal’s Ben Cohen joins to talk about Trae Young; and Sam Miller co...

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The Citronauts Are National Champions Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, former NFL player Nate Jackson, and football writer Melissa Jacobs discuss the NFL playoffs. Then Stefan talks to Spencer Hall of SB Nation about the University of Central Florida’s ...

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The 200 Seventh-Graders vs. LeBron Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Gist’s Mike Pesca to discuss a whole bunch of sports conundrums. Among the questions they ponder: How many seventh-grade basketball players would it t...

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The Remember Connie Hawkins Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Ben Strauss to discuss why academically rigorous universities like Wesleyan are betting big on football. They also speak with Rick Telander about the life...

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The Badly Photoshopped Flag-Burning Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Andrew Brandt to discuss the allegations against Carolina Panthers owner Jerry Richardson; by Chris Nowinski to talk about the NFL concussion protocol; an...

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The Bronx Bombers’ Big Boppers Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Warren Cromartie and the Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh to discuss Shohei Ohtani and Giancarlo Stanton; David Epstein joins to assess Russia’s Olympics ban; and D...

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The Most Valuable Vegan Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Jeremy Stahl of Slate, and Howard Bryant of ESPN discuss the rift among NFL players over the league’s plan to donate money to social causes. Then Stefan and Josh Levin talk to Tom Ha...

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The Shania Twain and Sled Dogs Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Spencer Hall to talk about Alabama’s loss to Auburn and Tennessee’s Greg Schiano fiasco; by Vann Newkirk to discuss Alabama’s 3-on-5 basketball near-mirac...

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The So Many Interceptions Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Ringer’s Kevin Clark to talk about NFL quarterback play and the Root’s Damon Young discusses Donald Trump’s feud with Lavar Ball. Plus: Slate’s June T...

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The Cavalcade of Whimsy Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Sports Illustrated’s Grant Wahl to talk about the race for the U.S. Soccer presidency, and Mike Pesca comes on to talk about NFL celebrations, the Miami t...

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The No Berries for Brady Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Chuck Culpepper to discuss a crazy weekend in college football, by Charles P. Pierce to talk about Tom Brady’s weird diet and workout regimen, and by Greg...

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The Juiced, Slick, and Out of the Park Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin is joined by Ben Lindbergh to discuss the World Series; by Don Van Natta Jr. and Jeremy Stahl to talk about behind-the-scenes machinations in the NFL; and by Alexandra Starr and Christin...

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The Grotesquely Swollen Jaw Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss the World Series and Dusty Baker with ESPN’s Howard Bryant. Kevin Arnovitz of ESPN also joins to talk about the Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Alan Siegel he...

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The How Many Altuves Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss Colin Kaepernick’s collusion grievance. They’re also joined by Evan Drellich to talk about Houston Astros star Jose Altuve, and by Caitlin Murray for a conversa...

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Hang Up Extra: The World Cup Catastrophe Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this special emergency episode of Slate’s sports podcast Hang Up and Listen, Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss the U.S. men’s national team’s disastrous loss to Trinidad and Tobago and what c...

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The Duglegur Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss Jemele Hill, Jerry Jones, and Donald Trump with the Ringer’s Bryan Curtis. Yahoo’s Jeff Passan also joins to discuss the baseball playoffs, and Roger Bennett of...

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The Watch Out for the Pious Ones Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss the shifting politics of the NFL protests with Jamil Smith. Bloomberg View’s Joe Nocera also joins to discuss the FBI investigation of NCAA basketball, the Ring...

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The U Bum Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin and Marcus Thompson of The Athletic discuss the wave of protests against Donald Trump’s remarks about the NFL. Then they talk about Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant...

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The Ninja Doppelgänger Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by NPR’s Gene Demby to discuss Jemele Hill and ESPN’s conservative trolls, by HBO’s Eric Raskin to talk about Golovkin-Alvarez, and by Ninja Warrior’s Josh L...

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The Shack Atop a Telegraph Pole Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the New York Times’ Mark Leibovich to discuss the NFL’s opening weekend, by Racquet’s Caitlin Thompson to assess Sloane Stephens’ U.S. Open win, and by Mi...

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The Quarterback Named Buckshot Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by SB Nation’s Spencer Hall to discuss college football. Aaron Schatz of Football Outsiders also joins to talk about NFL tanking, and Ed Cunningham explains ...

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The Rats Fighting in a Sewer Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Wall Street Journal’s Jason Gay to discuss Floyd Mayweather’s win over Conor McGregor, by Ken Rosenthal to talk about the Athletic, and by Robert Lip...

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Hang-Up: The Blackin’ Out the NFL and the Sun Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis is joined by former NFL player Hamza Abdullah and ESPN’s Howard Bryant to analyze race and sports. ESPN writer Mechelle Voepel and MinnPost.com’s Pat Borzi chat about the WNBA. And di...

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The Moneyball for Rich People Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Johnette Howard to discuss Ezekiel Elliott’s suspension, tennis writer Ben Rothenberg comes on to talk about Sascha Zverev, and Mike Schur analyzes the Lo...

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The Pray for the Ravens Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by ProPublica’s David Epstein to discuss Usain Bolt’s loss to Justin Gatlin. The Irish Times’ Ken Early also talks about Neymar’s record-setting transfer, an...

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The Greyhens Not Grayhens Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by sportswriter Jessica Luther to discuss girls in baseball. Dan Nosowitz also talks about trends in basketball sneakers, and Scrabble champion Will Anderson...

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The Kyrie Irving and the Chamber of Secrets Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and ESPN’s Mina Kimes are joined by Slate’s Jim Newell to discuss Jordan Spieth’s British Open win. Josh and Mina also dissect Kyrie Irving’s trade drama, and Slate’s Ben Mathis-Lilley a...

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The Man Hit Ball Far Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Wimbledon (2:15):Howard Bryant joins to assess Roger Federer’s routine victory, Venus Williams’ recent resurgence, and whether the next generation of tennis stars will ever step up to challenge the...

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The Best Bad Guy You Can Be Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Ben Mathis-Lilley are joined by Daniel “Progressive Liberal” Harnsberger to chat about his wrestling persona. The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis also discusses Jamie Horowitz and Fox Sports, ...

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The Kaepernick of the Hardwood Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by former NBA player Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf to discuss his return to basketball in the BigIG3, his protest of the national anthem, and how Tourette's Syndrome af...

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The Warriors Derangement Syndrome Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Joel Anderson of BuzzFeed to discuss the NBA draft. Graphic designer Todd Radom also joins to debate the merits of updating the NBA logo. Finally, they ch...

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The When an Apple Fights an Orange Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Kevin Draper to discuss the upcoming Mayweather-McGregor mega-fight. Ben Lindbergh also joins to discuss whether major-league baseballs are juiced. Finall...

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UPDATED: The Superest of Superteams Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Mike Pesca to discuss the Warriors' NBA Finals win. George Dohrmann also joins to talk about U.S. soccer phenom Christian Pulisic. Plus, an interview with...

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The Mr. Met Has No Middle Finger Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Marcus Thompson to discuss the NBA Finals. Bruce Arthur also joins for a conversation about the Stanley Cup Final, and Sadie Stein comes on the show to ta...

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The Not a Victory Cigar Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Ethan Sherwood Strauss to preview the NBA Finals. They also talk with Charles P. Pierce about the legacy of writer Frank Deford, and Daniel Engber joins f...

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The His Airness Plays Ping-Pong Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin and guest Jane Coaston talk about the NBA playoffs. Sean Singer also joins to discuss Enes Kanter and Turkish politics, and economist Andy Schwarz comes on the show to ...

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The More Reckless Than Malicious Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Bryan Curtis and Stefan Fatsis talk with Michael Lee about John Wall and the NBA playoffs. Former NFL player Stephen White joins to discuss why quarterback Colin Kaepernick remains unemployed. Brya...

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The Big Baller Dad Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin talk with ESPN’s Howard Bryant about racism in Boston sports. Damon Young also joins to discuss LaVar Ball and the “black basketball dad,” and David Epstein analyzes Ni...

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The Sun Also Rises on Waiters Island Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and guest Wosny Lambre talk about the layoffs at ESPN. They also discuss how NFL teams evaluate draftees with "red flags" and review Dion Waiters’ genius essay for the Pl...

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The Take That for Data Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Greg Howard talk with Kevin Arnovitz about the NBA playoffs. Alex Hutchinson joins to analyze an upcoming attempt to break the two-hour marathon. And Stefan interviews John Kelly,...

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The Optimal Draymond Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis is joined by Shea Serrano and Marcus Thompson to talk about the NBA playoffs. Stefan and Josh Levin also interview Nick Elam about how to fix basketball’s end game. Finally, Stefan an...

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Hang Up Extra: I Have to Ask with Isaac Chotiner from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Ethan Sherwood Strauss has been covering the Golden State Warriors for several years for ESPN, during which time the team became the most popular and successful in the NBA. On the eve of the NBA Pl...

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The No Rest for the Winners Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin talk to Jim Newell about the Masters; Tom Haberstroh about Russell Westbrook and resting NBA players; Meg Rowley about baseball’s return; and Jonathan Hock about One an...

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The 111-1 Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and special guest Joel Anderson are joined by the Washington Post’s Sally Jenkins to talk about UConn’s loss in the women’s NCAA tournament. They also discuss the men’s F...

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The Fox Sports 1 Isn’t Fox News Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and guest panelist Jane Coaston discuss the weekend's NCAA tournament storylines and the U.S. women’s hockey team’s boycott. Ben Mathis-Lilley also joins to talk about hi...

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The We Love Mike Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the NCAA tournament and the World Baseball Classic. Mike also announces his departure from the show, and Josh and Stefan send him off with Pesca Je...

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The Unlimited Salad Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss March Madness, the Brock Osweiler trade, and the Washington NFL team’s decision to fire Scot McCloughan. They also talk about the annual video rank...

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The Whore of Carnegie Mellon Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Duke’s Grayson Allen and other NCAA basketball matters. Scott Raab also joins to talk about his new book You’re Welcome, Cleveland, and Oliver Roed...

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The Stick to the Oscars Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss sports parallels for Sunday’s big Oscars mishap. They also talk JaVale McGee’s feud with Shaquille O’Neal, and Ken Early of the Irish Times joins t...

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The Balls Can Ball Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Kevin Arnovitz discuss the DeMarcus Cousins trade and the Salt Lake Screaming Eagles, the football team whose fans call the plays. LaVar Ball also joins to talk about...

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What Sports Can Teach Us About Elections from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin discuss the differences between election TV and sports TV, and whether election forecasters should be criticized. They also compare how a great sports v...

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The Cupcakes Aren’t Soft Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and Dan Steinberg discuss Patriots players spurning the White House. They also analyze Kevin Durant’s return to OKC and Dolan v. Oakley, and high school coach Kyle Allen jo...

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The Super Bowl of Super Bowls Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Patriots’ epic Super Bowl comeback and the Falcons’ amazing collapse. Charles P. Pierce joins to discuss Tom Brady, and SB Nation’s Spencer Hal...

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The He Still Hate Me Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Mike Pesca, and Josh Levin break down the Australian Open. Tim Layden also joins to discuss the sports ramifications of Trump’s refugee ban, and Rod Smart and Charlie Ebersol talk ab...

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The Lot of Ways to Lose Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Jack Hamilton talk about the Falcons’ and Patriots’ conference title game wins. Sports Illustrated’s Chris Ballard also joins to discuss the streaking 76ers, and they...

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The Real Locker Room Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and special guest Nate Jackson talk about the NFL playoffs. They’re also joined by Don Yee to discuss his proposed pro football minor league and ESPN’s Ethan Sherwood Str...

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The Gitanic Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the New York Giants’ playoff loss to the Green Bay Packers and Odell Beckham’s pre-game boat trip. They also discuss the legacy of ESPN’s Chris ...

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The Triple-Double Entendre Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Mike Pesca are joined by the Ringer’s Bryan Curtis to discuss the college football playoffs and the quarterback crisis in the NFL playoffs. They’re also joined by ESPN’s Kevin Pelton...

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The Legends of HUAL Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk with their favorite guests of 2016: Leicester City beat writer Rob Tanner; Mina Kimes of ESPN the Magazine, author of a profile of Martellus and Micha...

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The Most Cleveland Thing Ever Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca discuss the Minnesota football sexual assault invesigation with journalist Jessica Luther. They also talk about Ronda Rousey's UFC return with Ramona Shelburne of ESPN,...

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The Dark Scorigami Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca are joined by ProPublica's David Epstein to discuss the Russian doping scandal. They also examine MLB offseason moves with ESPN's Sam Miller and discuss rare NFL final ...

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The Japan's Babe Ruth Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Yahoo’s Jeff Passan to discuss baseball’s new labor deal and Japanese star Shohei Otani. They also assess the Cavs’ J.R. Smith and George Doh...

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The Call on the Field Does Not Stand Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Ohio State's double overtime victory over Michigan with Slate writer Ben Mathis-Lilley; US Soccer's firing of Jurgen Klinsmann; and the World Chess...

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The It's Like a Whole Other Quarterback Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the success of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, talk with FiveThirtyEight'sNeil Paine about Randall Cunningham's legacy, and speak with Puc...

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The Popovich for President Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss post-election critiques from NBA coaches and Ernie Johnson's call for unity on Inside the NBA. They also speak with Univision's Leon Krauze about M...

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The Stick to Everything Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and The Ringer's Bryan Curtis discuss the intersection of sports and politics, Alabama's college football dominance, and Harvard's cancellation of its men's soccer team’s se...

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The Cubs Win?!? Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca record a special emergency episode to discuss the Chicago Cubs’ Game 7 win over the Cleveland Indians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

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The Kevin Hustle Plays Kabaddi Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca discuss the first five games of the World Series. They also interview Shaun Assael about The Murder of Sonny Liston and talk about the Kabaddi World Cup wi...

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The Joy Is Retroactively Applied Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and ESPN’s Pablo S. Torre discuss the Cubs-Indians World Series match-up and interpersonal drama in the NBA. Deadspin’s Diana Moskovitz also joins to talk about Josh Brow...

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The She's Big League Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca discuss the stars of the baseball playoffs, including Clayton Kershaw, Javier Baez, and Francisco Lindor. They also examine the many theories on the declin...

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The Locker Room Talk Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca talk about the MLB playoffs and Donald Trump’s concept of “locker room talk.” They also interview Sports Illustrated’s S.L. Price about his book Playing Th...

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The Humid Urgency of the South Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca talk about the Ryder Cup, MLB playoffs, and the wild weekend in college football. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListen Email: hangup@slate.com Show notes at http://...

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The Short, Joyous Life of Jose Fernandez Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca talk about Jose Fernandez, the politics of Cubs' ownership, and Nate Jackson's new book on fantasy football. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListen Email: hangup@slat...

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The Fear of Flying Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Slate’s sports podcast on the whiteness of baseball and football players celebrating too early. Plus, an interview with Steph Davis about deaths in BASE-jumping. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndLi...

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The Zelmo the Hall of Famer Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss whether the NFL’s on-field product is getting worse. They also speak with Paralympic goalball player John Kusku and interview Annie Beaty about her...

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The Be Careful Who You Meme Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Spencer Hall to talk about college football’s opening weekend; interview NFL long snapper and Green Beret Nate Boyer about his conversations ...

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The O’er the Land of the Free Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and ESPN’s Mina Kimes discuss Colin Kaepernick’s protest of the national anthem. They also assess Joey Bosa’s contract dispute with the Chargers, and Baseball Prospectus’...

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The Interview with a Gold Medalist Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this re-broadcast of an interview from June 27, Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis interview boxer Claressa Shields and film producer Sue Jaye Johnson about Shields’ preparations for the Olympics and ...

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The Let The Games Be Gone Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca evaluate NBC’s coverage of the 2016 Summer Olympics. Sports Illustrated’s S.L. Price also joins to talk about how the Olympics played in Brazil, and Luke O...

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Olympics Extra: The Stars of Field Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin speaks with long-time TV commentator and high-jump champion Dwight Stones about what’s wrong with NBC’s track-and-field coverage. Plus, David Epstein of ProPublica debunks the myth that ...

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Olympics Extra: The What Did Lochte Do? Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin speaks with ESPN The Magazine’s Mina Kimes about Ryan Lochte’s claim that he was robbed at gunpoint and why he might have lied about it. Plus, David Epstein of ProPublica explains how Ja...

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Olympics Extra: The Not-Quite Olympian Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin interviews retired distance runner Lauren Fleshman about her career, her belief top distance runners are doping, and her fraught relationship with Nike. Plus, ProPublica’s David Epstein ...

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Olympics Extra: The Disappointed Gymnast Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Slate’s sports podcast talks to Megan Abbott about her new book "You Will Know Me," set in the high-stakes world of elite gymnastics. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListen Email: hangup@slate.co...

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The Believably Unbelievable Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by ProPublica’s David Epstein to discuss Usain Bolt, U.S. swimming, and the limits of human performance. Slate’s Jessica Winter also joins to di...

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Olympics Extra: The Field Hockey Heroes Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin interviews 2016 U.S. Olympic field hockey star Michelle Vittese and 1984 U.S. field hockey Olympian Karen Shelton. Also, David Epstein of ProPublica assesses the greatness of British row...

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Olympics Extra: The Don’t Swim Like a Terrestrial Mammal Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin speaks with swim coach Terry Laughlin about what makes Katie Ledecky so fast in the water. Plus, David Epstein of ProPublica talks about how 43-year-old gold-medal-winning cyclist Krist...

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What Happened to Freddy Adu? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson and Josh Levin are joined by Yahoo’s Seerat Sohi to talk about the latest NBA deals. Jessica Luther then joins Joel, Josh, and Stefan Fatsis to discuss LSU’s mishandling of sexual mis...

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Olympics Extra: The Final Five Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin talks with writer Dvora Meyers about the U.S. women’s gymnastics team’s dominant win in the team all-around. Plus, David Epstein of ProPublica explains why elite female gymnasts are shri...

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Olympics Extra: The Brazil After the Games Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Slate’s sports podcast talks to Franklin Foer about what will happen in Rio when the Olympics are gone, and David Epstein about the USA vs. Russia breaststroke dramatics. Facebook: http://fb.com/Ha...

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The Kids Don’t Tip Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and Justin Peters talk about NBC’s Olympics coverage, American jingoism, shooting sports, and gymnastics injuries. Then, Justin discusses his part-time job as a beer vendor ...

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The Semenya Dilemma Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by ProPublica’s David Epstein to discuss Caster Semenya. Eugene Monroe also joins to talk about his retirement from the NFL and medical marijuan...

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The Granny Shot Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the IOC’s decision not to make a decision about Russian Olympians; interview Tanisha Wright of the New York Liberty about WNBA players’ support of ...

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The Boiling Point Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca are joined by the Cleveland Browns’ Andrew Hawkins to discuss athlete activism. Jason Gay also joins to assess the Tour de France, and they discuss the pal...

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The Fleek Five Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and June Thomas discuss Serena Williams’ Wimbledon win. They’re also joined by the Irish Times’ Ken Early to talk about Portugal’s Euro 2016 victory, and Meghan O’Rourke joi...

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The Kevin Durant Just Broke the NBA Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and Shira Springer discuss Kevin Durant’s move to the Warriors. Then they’re joined by Sky Sports’ Bryn Law to talk Wales’ unlikely run in the Euros. Finally, they speak wit...

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The Cry for Argentina Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca are joined by Sam Borden to discuss Messi’s retirement announcement and the Euros. They talk to NBA agent Doug Neustadt about the international players. Finally, Josh L...

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The Struggle Makes It Worth It Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Cavs’ Game 7 win over the Warriors. Scott Raab also joins to describe the joy of the Cleveland sports fan, and Sports Illustrated’s Michael Bam...

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Hang Up Extra: The NBA Finals Have Gone Totally Mad Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin talks to ESPN’s Golden State Warriors beat writer Ethan Sherwood Strauss about Game 6 of the NBA Finals. Cleveland super fan Scott Raab then joins to discuss what it was like to attend t...

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The Balls Don’t Lie Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Draymond Green’s suspension and the United States’ first-place group stage finish in Copa America. They're also joined by the Toronto Star’s Bruce ...

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The Great, Greater, Greatest Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca evaluate LeBron James’ playoff record, talk to The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis about how Muhammad Ali changed sports writing, and discuss Novak Djokovic’s growin...

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Hang Up Extra: The Understanding Ali Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Robert Lipsyte to discuss what Muhammad Ali stood for and what he represented in the broader culture. Lipsyte: Muhammad Ali Dies at 74: Titan of Boxing an...

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The Three Is Worth More Than Two Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Warriors' Game 7 win over the Thunder and the firing of Baylor football coach Art Briles. They’re also joined by Ken Early of the Irish Times t...

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The Stud Muffins and Rumble Ponies Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by ESPN’s Ethan Sherwood Strauss to discuss the Golden State Warriors; by Brandiose’s Jason Klein to talk minor-league team names; and by the Ne...

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The Corny Sneakers Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the NBA playoffs. Slate’s John Swansburg also joins to talk about why Stephen Curry’s shoes don’t have cultural cachet. Finally, they assess whethe...

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The Bartolo and Pancho Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mina Kimes discuss Bartolo Colon’s first career home run; the Globe and Mail’s James Mirtle joins to discuss the NHL playoffs; and they discuss the marketing of WNBA ...

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The Perverse Ingenuity Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Mike Pesca are joined by Slate’s Tommy Craggs to discuss Laremy Tunsil. Rob Tanner of the Leicester Mercury also joins to talk about Leicester City, and Ben Lindbergh and Sam Miller ...

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Brett Phillips, World Series Hero from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin discuss the likely and unlikely heroes of the 2020 World Series. ESPN’s Myron Medcalf also comes on to talk about how the pandemic is affecting college ...

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Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin are joined by the Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh to discuss the World Series matchup between the Dodgers and the Rays. They also discuss Billy Beane reportedly ...

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Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Louisa Thomas discuss the end of the NBA’s bubble season, quarterback Alex Smith’s return from a gruesome 2018 leg injury, and the French Open victories of Rafael ...

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The Putting on Buttered Crusts Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk to Karen Crouse of The New York Times about Jordan Spieth's historic collapse on the back nine of the 2016 Masters. They also talk to Chris Ballard of...

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The Very Weird, Semi-Wonderful Baseball Playoffs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about Jimmy Butler’s masterful performance in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. They also discuss the NFL’s first big coronavirus outbreak and the opening ...

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The Absolute Travesty Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the U.S. women's soccer team's push for equal pay with Briana Scurry; Bruce Schoenfeld joins to assess the Golden State Warriors' owners; and they ...

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The NBA Finals, Finally from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the NBA Finals matchup between the Heat and the Lakers. They also discuss why they’re watching college football and life inside the NHL bubbl...

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The Feller vs. Motorcycle Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and Jonathan Hock talk about the NCAA Tournament and Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski's handshake line hijinks. Ken Early also joins to discuss the death of Johan Cruyff. Finally,...

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The Big Ten Is Back from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the Lakers’ win over the Nuggets and the Seahawks’ win over the Patriots. They also discuss the Big Ten’s decision to play football this fall...

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The Always Reppin' Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the slew of upsets in the NCAA tournament, Sue Bird joins to discuss UConn and analytics in women's sports, and Allison Benedikt of Mom and Dad Are...

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What the NFL Is Saying, and What the NFL Is Doing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the NFL’s opening weekend. They also discuss Naomi Osaka’s victory and her outspokenness at the U.S. Open. Finally, they survey happenings in...

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Hang Up and Listen Extra: The Greatest Taunt in Sports from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this Hang Up and Listen Extra, Josh Levin delves into the history of the greatest taunt in sports: the “air ball” chant. Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListen Email: hangup@slate.com Show notes...

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Novak Djokovic Did What? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Washington Post’s Ben Golliver to talk about the NBA playoffs. Tennis player Noah Rubin also joins to discuss Novak Djokovic’s disqualification and li...

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The We're All Doomed Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the leaked March Madness bracket and NCAA tourney snubs; review Fantastic Lies, ESPN's documentary on the Duke lacrosse case; and speak with Ben Ro...

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The Other Bridgegate Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss LSU's freshman basketball phenom Ben Simmons. Luke O'Brien also joins to discuss the upsets at UFC 196, and the New Yorker's David Owen explains th...

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NBA Players Go on Strike from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin get together for a special podcast on NBA players’ decision to boycott playoff games after the shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin. They discu...

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The I Was Just Massaging My Hands Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Stephen Curry's amazing weekend and the Warriors' haters. They're also joined by ESPN's Bob Ley to talk about new FIFA president Gianni Infantino. ...

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Luka Doncic Is A Superstar from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson and Stefan Fatsis discuss Luka Doncic’s spectacular performance for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA playoffs. They are joined by David Ubben of the Athletic to talk about the return o...

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The Feting, Fetid, Fecundity Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss SB Nation's piece on rapist and ex-football player Daniel Holtzclaw. They also delve into the science of fatigue, and ESPN's Bonnie D. Ford joins t...

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Major League Baseball Needs to Reckon With the Negro Leagues from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin discuss the 100th anniversary of baseball’s Negro Leagues. They’re also joined by the New York Times’ Rory Smith to talk about the Champions League. Fin...

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The Putting Peyton on a Pedestal Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the sexual allegations against Peyton Manning. Joe Nocera and Ben Strauss also join to discuss their book Indentured, and they interview director G...

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College Football Players Want to Play from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this Plus preview, Joel Anderson, Josh Levin, and Slate’s Ben Mathis-Lilley talk about the battle over the 2020 college football season. To help support Hang Up and Listen and listen to every ep...

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The Winning Very Ugly Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Broncos’ Super Bowl win with Giants offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz. The Leicester Mercury’s Rob Tanner also joins to explain Leicester City’s...

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The Pac-12 Football Players Are United from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the NBA’s strong restart and Major League Baseball’s disastrous season. They’re also joined by UCLA’s Otito Ogbonnia and Elisha Guidry for a ...

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The Climbing Trees and Wrestling Dogs Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh’s recruiting tactics. PFT Commenter also joins to share his strong takes on the NFL, and they talk with Jon We...

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The Miami Marlins Have a Coronavirus Outbreak from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this Plus Preview, Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the spread of COVID in Major League Baseball. What should the Miami Marlins and Major League Baseball do in response to...

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The Fixing the Fixers Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss how Denver and Carolina made it to Super Bowl 50. ESPN's Dave McMenamin joins to discuss the firing of Cavaliers coach David Blatt, and Sports Illustrated's Jon...

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What Next Goes Inside the NBA Bubble from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Hang Up listeners, we thought you'd enjoy this episode of Slate's daily news show What Next. The NBA has announced an ambitious plan to restart the season more than four months after it was abruptl...

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The Rad Sporstplayers Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the NFL playoffs. Greg Wyshynski joins to discuss his campaign to make enforcer John Scott an NHL All Star, and they interview Matt Hill about h...

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Athletes and Anti-Semitism from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Power Plays’ Lindsay Gibbs discuss the Washington NFL team’s sexist workplace culture. They also examine the WNBA’s rocky preseason. Finally, Joel, Stefan, and Jos...

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The Clemson Gets Kicked Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In a Hang Up extra, Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Bryan Curtis to talk about Alabama's 45-40 win over Clemson in college football's national championship game. Facebook: facebook.com/H...

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College Football Is in the Bargaining Phase from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this Slate Plus preview, Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin discuss college football conferences scaling back their seasons. To help support Hang Up and Listen and listen to every epis...

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The Flaming Pile of Garbage Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the Steelers-Bengals pro football catastrophe. Neil deMause of the website Field of Schemes joins to discuss the NFL's Los Angeles schemes. Fina...

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The Washington NFL Team Is Getting a New Name from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin discuss the sudden move to rebrand the Washington NFL team. They also discuss all the athletes opting out of entering the sports world’s various coronav...

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The Eating Ribs in Hell Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Spencer Hall to talk about the college football playoff's not-so-smashing New Year's Eve debut. They also discuss Chip Kelly's firing and all...

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Cam Newton Is Going to New England from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and special guest Gene Demby of NPR’s Code Switch discuss Cam Newton’s move to the New England Patriots. To help support Hang Up and Listen and listen to every episode...

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The History of the Sports World Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk sports history. They take a look back at Super Bowl I; speak with professor Michael Zogry and Sports Illustrated's Alexander Wolff about James Naismit...

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Will Washington’s NFL Team Finally Change Its Racist Nickname? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin are joined by Ben Lindbergh of the Ringer to discuss Major League Baseball’s labor fight. They also talk about whether the Washington NFL team will ditc...

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The Horse Awakens Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk with Slate's Dan Engber about the movie Concussion. They also discuss NFL refereeing, and Sports Illustrated's Tim Layden discusses Serena Williams ov...

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Is the NBA’s Orlando Bubble Bursting? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the NBA players who are pushing back against the idea of restarting the season. To help support Hang Up and Listen and listen to every episod...

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The Universe Really Is Just a Circle Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this week's episode of Slate's sports podcast Hang Up and Listen, Stefan Fatsis, Mina Kimes, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the end of “The Process” to turn the Philadelphia 76ers into a ...

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Roger Goodell Says Black Lives Matter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the NFL’s about-face on players and social activism. They also assess the different roads taken by the NBA and Major League Baseball to retur...

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The Worst Best Great Mediocre Team Ever Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by guest Bryan Curtis to talk college football and Stephanie Cox to discuss the U.S. women's soccer team canceling a game due to poor field cond...

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Kim Ng Is Finally a General Manager from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin are joined by FanGraphs’ Meg Rowley to discuss the Marlins’ hiring of Kim Ng as baseball’s first woman general manager. They also talk about the putrid ...

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George Floyd Is a Sports Story from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about how the sports world is reacting, and how all of us are reacting, to the killing of George Floyd in Minnesota. They’re also be joined by ESPN...

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The Barking Where There Are No Dogs Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the final years of Peyton Manning and Kobe Bryant. They also talk about LSU's decision to keep Les Miles and Georgia's to fire Mark Richt. Finally,...

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The NBA Is (Probably) Going to Disney World from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this Plus episode preview, Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin discuss the latest plans to bring back professional and college sports. In the full show, Ultrarunner Zach Bitter also joi...

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The Runaway Potting Shed Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Golden State Warriors' amazing start. They also talk about the state of daily fantasy sports, and film director Taika Waititi joins to assess N...

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What Was The Last Dance? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin discuss the final episodes of ESPN’s documentary The Last Dance. Announcer Ian Eagle also joins to talk about the challenge of calling games remotely. F...

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The Russians Are Doping Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are live from Town Hall in New York City. In this segment from Slate's Superfest, they discuss the Russian track and field doping scandal. Facebook: face...

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Michael Jordan is a Jerk from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin discuss the latest episodes of ESPN’s Chicago Bulls documentary The Last Dance. To help support Hang Up and Listen and listen to every episode in full, ...

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The Bonus Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca collect the show's best Slate Plus bonus segments. Topics: how to write a sports column (w/Dan Steinberg), taking your kids to games (w/Allison Benedikt), ...

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What Happened to Equal Pay? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin check in with ESPN’s Chicago Bulls documentary The Last Dance. They also discuss the latest turn in the U.S. women’s national soccer team’s equal pay la...

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The Serious Times Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Dallas Cowboys' Greg Hardy. Slate's Jamelle Bouie also joins to talk about the Missouri football players' boycott, and they interview Jonathan ...

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Let’s Have an NFL Draft at Home from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this Hang Up Plus preview, Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by David Roth to talk about the socially distanced NFL Draft. Further in the episode, Lindsay Gibbs of Power Plays joins to tal...

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Michael Jordan, the Bulls, and the Last Dance from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin discuss ESPN’s documentary on the Chicago Bulls, The Last Dance. They also talk about whether the NBA’s new development program is a threat to college b...

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The All Hail the Royals Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Royals' World Series victory over the Mets. They also talk about ESPN's decision to shut down Grantland, and they interview National Basketball...

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What Happened to the Warriors and Kevin Durant from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin discuss the latest on sports and the coronavirus. They also talk with the Athletic’s Ethan Strauss about his new book on the Golden State Warriors, The ...

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The Hockey on Cocaine Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the World Series with baseball writer Rany Jazayerli. They also talk about the NFL's foray into Internet-only broadcasting, and Puck Daddy's Greg W...

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The NFL Is America’s Bellwether from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the push to bring football back and the psychology around restarting sporting events with crowds. Hurdling champion Dawn Harper-Nelson also j...

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The Steely Dan and the Wolverine Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by SB Nation's Spencer Hall to discuss Michigan State's bizarre win over Michigan. They also talk about the MLB playoffs and assess basketball a...

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When Will Sports Be Back on TV? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin are joined by the Athletic’s Joe Vardon to talk about the push to get games back on television. They also discuss the HBO documentary The Scheme, and Jo...

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The Coriolis Force-Assisted Field-Goal Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Mike Pesca, and Emma Span discuss the MLB playoffs, Robert Andrew Powell joins to scrutinize the U.S. men's national soccer team, and lastly they talk about the annual rash of deaths...

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Tom Brady Is a Buc from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about Tom Brady’s move from New England to Tampa Bay. They also discuss the increasing calls to postpone the Olympics. Finally, they interview rugb...

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The You Don't Know What Fluffer Means Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the collapse of the Washington Nationals and the start of the MLB playoffs. Ken Early joins to assess the chaos at English soccer club Chelsea. Fin...

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The NFL Has a New CBA from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson and Stefan Fatsis talk about the latest on the coronavirus and sports. They are joined by former NFL player Domonique Foxworth and former NFL executive Andrew Brandt to break down the...

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The Nobody Goes There Anymore It's Too Crowded Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and guest panelist Scott Raab are joined by Max Linsky to talk about the Cleveland Browns podcast Brownscast. They also discuss ESPN's embrace of gambling and mark the passi...

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Coronavirus Shuts Down Sports from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin get together for an emergency podcast on the cascading shutdowns in the world of sports due to the coronavirus pandemic. They discuss which leagues have...

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The Total Victory Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Fox Sports' Ken Rosenthal to discuss baseball's great rookie class. They also discuss the rise of IMG Academy's high school football program ...

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Is the Hot Hand Real? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin are joined by the Wall Street Journal’s Ben Cohen to talk about the latest on the coronavirus and sports. They also interview Cohen about his book The H...

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The Sad Serena, Resplendent Roberta Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about Serena Williams' shocking U.S. Open defeat. They also discuss whether the NFL has a quarterback crisis, and how European soccer clubs have respo...

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The Coronavirus and Sports Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the rise of Zion Williamson. They also discuss the legends and myths of the NFL’s scouting combine and assess how the spread of the coronavir...

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The Roger Goodell Is Bad at His Job Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and the Washington Post's Dan Steinberg discuss the latest Deflategate news. They also talk about the Washington NFL team's publicity nightmares, and Yahoo's Jeff Passan ...

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Will the NFL Move to a 17-Game Season? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the push for a 17-game NFL season and John Beilein’s short, tumultuous tenure with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Joseph Bien-Kahn also joins to di...

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This podcast extra is free to all readers to preview our membership program, Slate Plus. Visit slate.com/hangupplus to learn more.In their Aug. 17 Slate Plus bonus segment, Hang Up and Listen’s Jos...

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Joel Anderson, Josh Levin, and special guest Lindsay Gibbs talk about the fallout from the Houston Astros’ sign-stealing scandal. They also discuss WNBA free agency and the rise of Oregon’s Sabrina...

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The Grab the Stick and Run Like Hell Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the latest innovation in NCAA evildoing: football programs fining players. They also interview 81-year-old track star Irene Obera and review HBO’s ...

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The XFL is Back from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the opening weekend of the new XFL. They also discuss the Houston Rockets’ small-ball experiment and review ESPN’s new Michael Vick documenta...

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Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about Usain Bolt’s win over Justin Gatlin at the track and field world championships. They also discuss Baylor’s handling of football player Sam Ukwua...

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Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about the Chiefs’ win over the 49ers in Super Bowl LIV. Stefan and Josh are then joined by the New Yorker’s Louisa Thomas to discuss the wins by No...

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Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Jason Day and Jordan Spieth with Grantland’s Bryan Curtis. They also talk about the Jets’ locker-room fight, and Sports Illustrated’s Tim Layden ex...

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Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about Kobe Bryant’s on-court and off-court legacies with NPR’s Gene Demby and Lindsay Gibbs of the Power Plays! newsletter and the Burn It All Down...

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Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and ESPN the Magazine’s Mina Kimes discuss record-breaking swimmer Katie Ledecky with the New York Times’ Karen Crouse. They also talk about Philadelphia Eagles coach Chi...

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Ken Jennings Is the Jeopardy! GOAT from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about how the Chiefs and 49ers made the Super Bowl. They also discuss the new Netflix documentary Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez. Final...

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Hang Up: The Fiddlin’ with Equipment Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Stephen Metcalf, and Mike Pesca discuss Roger Goodell’s decision to uphold Tom Brady’s Deflategate suspension and the New York Mets’ surprising surge. June Thomas also joins for an inte...

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Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and new Hang Up and Listen co-host Joel Anderson revel in LSU’s win over Clemson in college football’s title game. ESPN’s Jeff Passan talks about MLB’s punishment of the ...

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The NBA Meets American Ninja Warrior Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Basketball Tournament, a winners-take-all hoops competition. Nancy Lieberman joins to talk about women coaching men, and they interview Brad Ba...

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Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis are joined by Slate’s Seth Stevenson to discuss the Patriots’ playoff loss and the post-NFL life of Rob Gronkowski. ESPN’s Jackie MacMullan also joins to talk about the...

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The How Tiger Lost His Stripes Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pescsa discuss whether Tiger Woods will ever be great again. Writer James Andrew Miller also joins to talk about recent departures from ESPN, and author Molly Kn...

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Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis are joined by Spencer Hall to talk about the College Football Playoff. They also interview Matthew Goodman about his book on the CCNY point-shaving scandal, The City Ga...

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Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis are joined by the Ringer’s Bryan Curtis to discuss the Dallas Cowboys’ demise. Power Plays’ Lindsay Gibbs also joins to talk about WNBA owner and incoming GOP Sen. Kell...

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Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and special guest Mike Schur talk about the DeAndre Jordan emoji saga and his decision to re-join the Clippers. Tennis writer Courtney Nguyen joins to discuss Serena William...

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Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Undefeated’s Lonnae O’Neal to talk about Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson. Sports Illustrated’s Emma Baccellieri also joins to discuss baseb...

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Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Banner Society’s Spencer Hall to discuss the college football playoff. The Athletic’s Wosny Lambre also joins to talk about the surging Los Angeles Lakers...

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In a special edition of Slate's Hang Up and Listen, we feature segments from three fellow sports podcasts, including Howler's DUMMY, a show about soccer, Effectively Wild from Baseball Prospectus, ...

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At a live show in Washington, D.C., Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by NPR’s Gene Demby to discuss the state of sports media. Olympic gold medalist Dawn Harper-Nelson also joins to talk abo...

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Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Shane Ryan to talk about Jordan Spieth’s U.S. Open win. They also discuss the knockout round of the Women’s World Cup and they interview Zack...

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Josh Levin interviews the Athletic’s John Hollinger about his career inside and outside the NBA. Topics discussed include the rise of Luka Doncic, how Hollinger came up with player efficiency ratin...

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Enjoy a free preview of Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca's commentary track for one of the lowest-grossing movies in American cinema history—the FIFA propaganda film United Passions. If y...

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Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Nate Jackson to discuss Colin Kaepernick’s workout and Myles Garrett’s helmet smash; the Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh assesses the Houston Astros’ sign-stealing...

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Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the NBA Finals. Grantland’s Katie Baker also joins to discuss the Stanley Cup Finals, and they interview ProPublica’s David Epstein about his in...

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Roll Tigers Roll from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Banner Society’s Spencer Hall to discuss LSU’s win over Alabama; by Slate’s Joel Anderson to chat about the NCAA going after Ohio State’s Chase Young and ...

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The Save It for Judge Judy Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mary Pilon talk about the NBA Finals, including LeBron James’ inefficient dominance. Sports Illustrated’s Tim Layden also joins to discuss American Pharoah’s Triple C...

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What Was Deadspin? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by former Deadspin staffers Megan Greenwell, Tom Ley, and Barry Petchesky to discuss the site’s demise and what caused it. Topics covered include the conflic...

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Hang Up Extra: Sepp Blatter To Resign from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss FIFA president Sepp Blatter, who announced today that he will step down amid a corruption scandal at soccer's international governing body. Show n...

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Heavy Top from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh to discuss the Astros’ massive World Series comeback. Deadspin’s Laura Wagner also joins to talk about Houston’s front office d...

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The Good Nat, Bad Nat Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss whether there’s any hope that FIFA will reform itself. Puck Daddy’s Greg Wyshynski also joins to talk about the Stanley Cup Finals. Finally, they a...

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The Making Adjustments Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by ESPN’s Jeff Passan to discuss the World Series matchup between the Astros and Nationals. The Ringer’s Kevin Clark also joins to talk about the Rams’ deal ...

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The Screwing the Kicker Again Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Mike Pesca, and special guest Richard Deitsch discuss Stephen Curry's head injury, LeBron James' dominance, and other stories from the NBA playoffs. Later, retired NFL kicker Nate Ka...

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The It’s a Marathon and a Sprint Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Athletic’s Ethan Strauss to talk about LeBron James’ comments on China; the Ringer’s Ben Lindbergh discusses the Nationals’ playoff run and why baseba...

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The 0-162 or Bust Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

In this week’s episode of Slate’s sports podcast Hang Up and Listen, Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca take listeners’ questions in a special spring call-in show. Topics include how the wor...

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The Silver in China Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Slate’s Joshua Keating to talk about the NBA’s China kerfuffle. ESPN’s Sam Miller also joins to discuss the baseball playoffs and David Epstein assesses A...

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The Hours of Something Approaching Pleasure Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and Seth Stevenson talk about the Wells report on the Patriots’ underinflated balls and how the NFL should punish Tom Brady. They also discuss Bill Simmons’ imminent departu...

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The Kids Play the Darndest Things Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Slate’s Allison Benedikt to answer your questions about youth sports. Topics covered include whether and how to teach your kids how to talk trash, how to ...

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The Snooze of the Century Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about Floyd Mayweather’s victory over Manny Pacquiao. They also discuss the Los Angeles Clippers’ Game 7 victory over the San Antonio Spurs and how th...

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The Cut It Out Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Undefeated’s Jesse Washington to talk about the latest allegations against Antonio Brown and the story of a high school wrestler who was instructed to...

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The Cracking on Hacks and Hack-a-Shaq Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about whether intentional fouls have a place in the NBA. They also discuss Floyd Mayweather’s history of domestic violence and assess Cincinnati Reds ...

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The Bernie and LeBron Are Both on Board Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by SB Nation’s Matt Brown to talk about California’s Fair Pay to Play Act; the New York Times’ Joe Drape discusses Triple Crown winner Justify’s positive dru...

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The Our Dump Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about whether the Warriors and Hawks will dominate the NBA playoffs. Andrew Zimbalist also joins to talk about Boston’s Olympic bid, and they discuss ...

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The Wide Receiver Performance Art Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the New Yorker’s Louisa Thomas to talk about the women’s and men’s U.S. Open finals. Slate’s Ben Mathis-Lilley also joins to discuss Antonio Brown’s move ...

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The Lord Stanley's Coffee Urn Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about Jordan Spieth’s runaway Masters win. They also interview Sonny Vaccaro about the new documentary Sole Man. Finally, they ogle the Stanley Cup an...

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The Why Is She Hanging Around Here? Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin talk about the first week of the U.S. Open. Aaron Schatz of Football Outsiders also joins to preview the NFL season, and Sheba Rawson of the Timbers Army fan group disc...

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The Earworm Madness Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about Wisconsin’s upset victory over Kentucky and the start of the 2015 baseball season. They also interview composer Bob Christianson, who has writte...

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The Why Luck Left Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Jake Plummer and Nate Jackson to talk about Andrew Luck’s retirement; Billy Cundiff discusses the Chicago Bears’ bizarre kicker tryouts; and Slate’s Chris...

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The UConn Territory Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and special guest Kate Fagan talk about the men’s and women’s NCAA basketball tournaments and the dominance of Kentucky and UConn. They also discuss the U.S. women’s nati...

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The Classy Intangibles Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and the New Yorker’s Vinson Cunningham talk about Jay-Z’s new partnership with the NFL. They also discuss Joseph Tsai’s multibillion-dollar deal to buy the Brooklyn Nets....

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The Stuffed Sparrow on a Cricket Ball Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the opening weekend of the NCAA tournament and the early retirement of San Francisco 49ers linebacker Chris Borland. They’re also joined by writ...

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The Extremely Cold Feet Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin talk with ESPN’s Sam Borden about Christian Pulisic’s Chelsea debut. The Gist’s Mike Pesca also joins to discuss Antonio Brown’s feet and helmet issues, and Rebecca Sch...

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The Hate, Hope, and Hockey Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the NCAA tournament and ESPN’s I Hate Christian Laettner. They also discuss all the player movement during NFL free agency, and Bruce Arthur joi...

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The Melosanity Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin talk about Alejandro Bedoya speaking out against gun violence during an MLS game. The New York Daily News’ Kyle Wagner joins to discuss Jeremy Lin and Carmelo Anthony, ...

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The College Hoops in Crisis Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about college hoops’ slow pace with Ken Pomeroy. They also discuss the decline of the NFL running back and interview Errol Morris about his new series...

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How To! With Charles Duhigg from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

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The Good News for People Who Love Stat News Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by ESPN.com’s Kevin Pelton to talk about the Sloan Sports Analytics Conference. They also discuss Larry Sanders’ decision to leave the NBA and B...

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The Sleeping Pods in a Space Station Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Joel Anderson, Stefan Fatsis, and Josh Levin talk about ESPN’s stance on mixing sports and politics and LSU’s fancy new football facility. Sports Illustrated’s Emma Baccellieri then joins to discus...

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The Two Guys Punching Each Other in the Face Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Grantland’s Eric Raskin to discuss Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. They also compare Alex Rodriguez and Kobe Bryant, and they look at ne...

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The Dave McKenna Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin interviews Deadspin’s Dave McKenna about his life and journalism career. Topics covered include the greatness of Elgin Baylor and Gary Mays, getting sued by Washington NFL team owner Dan...

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The Twerking Unicorns Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about Kevin Durant’s anti-media rant. They also discuss Jackie Robinson West Little League losing its U.S. title and Slate’s Daniel Engber joins to ex...

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The Popping Greenies Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis talk about how Novak Djokovic and Simona Halep won at Wimbledon. Sam Anderson also joins to discuss Russell Westbrook and the end of an era in Oklahoma City, and John T...

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The Not-So-Menacing Red Menace Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Sports Illustrated‘s Alexander Wolff to talk about Dean Smith, by Nathaniel Vinton to discuss U.S. ski racers, and by Jonathan Hock for a cha...

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The All They Do Is Win Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis talk about the U.S. national team’s triumph at the Women’s World Cup; Ethan Strauss joins to discuss Kawhi Leonard’s move to the Los Angeles Clippers; and Louisa Thomas...

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The One Yard From Stardom Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about New England’s 28-24 Super Bowl win. Grantland’s Bryan Curtis joins to discuss the game’s surprising stars and NBC’s lead producer Fred Gaudelli ...

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The Our Hero Rapinoe Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Caitlin Murray discuss the U.S. women’s big win over France at the World Cup. Josh, Ben Mathis-Lilley, and Vinson Cunningham break down the big moves in NBA free agen...

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The Good Sport, Bad Sport Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about Deflategate. They also interview John Biever, who’s photographed every Super Bowl, and tennis player Tim Smyczek, who’s been lauded for his spor...

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The Buffalo Mexico City Bills Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis discuss the U.S. national team’s win over Spain at the Women’s World Cup. Josh and Joel Anderson are then joined by David West to talk about the NBA draft and the Histo...

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The Deflated Balls Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the Seahawks’ comeback win and the Patriots’ allegedly deflated balls; interview NBC producer Fred Gaudelli about televising the Super Bowl; and...

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The Finals Destination Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Canadian soccer player Diana Matheson to discuss the Women’s World Cup; Sports Illustrated’s S.L. Price talks about agent Rich Paul and Paul’s client Anth...

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The Football Move Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the NFL playoffs and Dez Bryant’s disputed catch. ESPN’s Tom Haberstroh joins to assess the NBA’s Hawks and Pistons and Andrew Bisharat talks ab...

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The Golden State Calf Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by the Athletic’s Marcus Thompson to discuss the Raptors’ rise and the possible end of the Warriors’ dynasty. Louisa Thomas of the New Yorker also joins to t...

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The Great Scott Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the opening weekend of the NFL playoffs and the inaugural college football playoffs, wherein the SEC went down to a crushing defeat. ESPN’s Jay ...

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The Andre the Provocateur Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by ESPN’s Kevin Arnovitz to discuss the NBA Finals. ESPN’s Julie Foudy also joins to talk about the Women’s World Cup, and Ben Lindbergh comes on the show fo...

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The Troubleshooter, the Faluter, and the Kid Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca take listeners’ questions in a special year-end call-in show. Topics range from their greatest sports moments to what to watch on TV when you can’t sleep t...

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The If The Raptors Don't Get Stage Fright Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, and substitute co-host by Gene Demby, are joined by Bruce Arthur to talk about the Raptors, Lindsay Gibbs to talk WNBA and Howard Bryant to talk about black players in the MLB. NBA ...

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The Inside the NBA Insider Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Kentucky's surplus of basketball talent. They also talk with Sports Illustrated executive editor Jon Wertheim about the future of sports TV and ass...

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The Three-Body Problem Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by The Athletic’s Ethan Strauss to discuss the Warriors and Zion Williamson. NFL retiree and mathematician John Urschel also joins to talk about his book Min...

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The I Love It When a Plan Comes Together Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Kobe Bryant’s legacy and the NBA’s conference imbalance. They also talk to Baseball Prospectus’ Sam Miller about MLB’s winter meetings and intervie...

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Introducing The Queen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Linda Taylor was a con artist, a kidnapper, maybe even a murderer. She was also America’s original “welfare queen,” the villain Ronald Reagan needed to create a vision of a country being taken adva...

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The Transactions vs. Transgressions Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the pairings for the inaugural College Football Playoff and look at UAB’s decision to drop its football program. They also interview legendary jour...

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The Bounce Bounce Bounce Bounce Win Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss Kawhi Leonard’s Game 7 buzzer-beater with ESPN’s Kevin Arnovitz. Slate’s Joel Anderson also talks about Warriors-Rockets and Blazers-Nuggets, and the New York T...

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Hang Up Extra: Brooklyn's Baseball Graves from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Mike Pesca drives Josh Levin to Brooklyn's 176-year-old Green-Wood Cemetery. On a tour led by the cemetery's historian, they visit the graves of two great (but definitely dead) baseball pioneers. T...

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The Kawhi Gets the Last Laugh Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss the Kentucky Derby with Sports Illustrated’s Tim Layden; author David Epstein talks about the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s ruling on Caster Semenya; and Sla...

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The Rice Reinstated Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the decision to overturn Ray Rice’s suspension and the injury-riddled careers of Robert Griffin III and Derrick Rose. Gideon Haigh also joins to ta...

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Introducing Man Up from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Josh Levin talks with Aymann Ismail, the host of Man Up, the new Slate podcast about masculinity in the modern world. The two discuss Ep. 1 of Man Up, which features Eric Kelly. Kelly was so succes...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Beckham Doesn’t Need Stickum Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Slate’s sports podcast on Odell Beckham Jr.’s amazing catch, painkiller usage in the NFL, and Adrian Peterson’s extended suspension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Mouth Full of Bread Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss Warriors-Rockets and Kevin Durant with the Athletic’s Marcus Thompson; the NFL draft with ESPN’s Mina Kimes; and ESPN’s new 30 for 30 documentary The Dominican ...

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The Superfest East, Live in Brooklyn Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Hang Up and Listen joins the Political and Culture Gabfests, onstage at the Music Hall of Williamsburg with emcee Dan Kois, for a blockbuster show in front of a live audience. Show notes at www.sla...

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The I’m Kevin Durant Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss NBA playoff beefs with Slate’s Nick Greene. ESPN’s Greg Wyshynski joins to talk about the NHL playoffs. Finally, Sports Illustrated’s Jack Dickey assesses Jeopa...

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The Whore No More Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk to Whore of Akron author Scott Raab about LeBron James’s return to Ohio. They also examine the NFL’s obsession with London and review ESPN’s documenta...

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The Tiger! Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Slate’s Jim Newell to talk about Tiger Woods’ first win in five years. Plus, Lee Jenkins explains why he left Sports Illustrated to take a job with the Lo...

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The SEC Ganks Noobs Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin ask Paul Finebaum about ESPN’s alleged pro-SEC bias. They also talk to Amanda Hess about Lauren Hill and inspirational sports moments and quiz Seth Stevenson about the ...

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The Make America Cheat Again Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss the women’s NCAA tournament with Lindsay Gibbs of ThinkProgress. Sports Illustrated’s Chris Ballard also joins to talk about Giannis Antetokounmpo. Finally, Sla...

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The Greatest Bull in History Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Madison Bumgarner’s World Series dominance and the latest claim that baseball is dying. They also talk to UNC whistleblower Mary Willingham and ass...

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The Farewell to Zion Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca break down the NCAA men’s basketball Final Four and are joined by Lindsay Gibbs of ThinkProgress to discuss the women’s tournament. Ben Lindbergh of the Ringer talks ab...

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The Whimsy Watch Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk to Grantland’s Jonah Keri about the Royals-Giants World Series. They also discuss the ethics of NBA teams tracking their players’ biometric data, and ...

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The March Equals Madness Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin discuss Duke’s crazy NCAA Tournament win over UCF. They also talk about Michigan State coach Tom Izzo’s sideline behavior, and Ian Eagle joins the show to explain how p...

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The Flaccid Hagiographic Concatenation Edition from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Fox Sports 1’s sabermetric-friendly NLCS broadcast and debate Georgia football player Todd Gurley’s suspension. They also talk to Dvora Meyers abou...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Kain Mutiny Edition from 2014-03-31T20:25:30

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the NCAA tournament’s surprising Final Four. They also talk about Northwestern football players getting the go-ahead to unionize, and they evaluate...

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Hang Up and Listen: The Kain Mutiny Edition from 2014-03-31T20:25:30

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the NCAA tournament’s surprising Final Four. They also talk about Northwestern football players getting the go-ahead to unionize, and they evaluate...

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