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Hang Up and Listen

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NFL
College Football Playoff
NCAA
Super Bowl 58
NBA All-Star Game
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Kansas City Chiefs
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Shohei Ohtani
Women's College Basketball
Caitlin Clark
Patrick Mahomes
San Francisco 49ers
Los Angeles Dodgers
Draymond Green
Michigan Football
Washington Football
Michigan Wolverines Football
Vince Mcmahon
Florida State University

A weekly sports discussion from Slate.Get more Hang Up and Listen with Slate Plus! Join for weekly bonus episodes of Hang Up and Listen and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Hang Up and Listen show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or visit slate.com/hangupplus for access wherever you listen.

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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh discuss the thrilling World Baseball Classic semifinal between Team USA and the Dominican Republic, as well as the missed calls, Navy SEAL visits, and other strange drama surrounding the tournamen... more

Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh discuss the unusually high number of NFL teams that are seeking new quarterbacks via trades and free agency amid a weak draft class. Later: Why the Miami (Ohio) RedHawks could be left out of March... more

Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh revisit the whirlwind week for the U.S. men’s hockey team, after their gold medal win, and SOTU and White House visits. Then, the Ringer’s Megan Schuster joins to preview the new season of Formula... more

Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh relive the dual wins for Team USA's women's and men’s hockey teams and examine how MAGA has co-opted the victory. Then, they’re joined by journalist Chris Dalby, author of the Sports and Crime new... more

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Megan Schuster
Guest expert on Formula One, The Ringer F1 Show
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Chris Dalby
Writes the Sports and Crime newsletter, discussing sports and politics.
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Neil Paine
NASCAR and sports journalist
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Josh Levin
Long-time host at Slate and sports journalist
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Episode: The War On Tanking
Jesse Dougherty
Former sports writer at the Washington Post
Washington Post
Episode: The Bad Bunny Super Bowl
Matthew Fairburn
Sabres beat writer for The Athletic
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Episode: Winter Olympics Show-and-Tell
Brendan Porath
Director of Content for Fried Egg Golf, co-host of the Shotgun Start Podcast
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Chuck Klosterman
Author of Football
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Hayden Van Brewer
Soccer journalist and podcaster
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Episode: The Wildest Wild-card Weekend

Host

Alex Kirshner
Co-host of a popular sports discussion platform, offering insights on sports and cultural issues.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Same repetitive topics

    I understand where the hosts’ interests lie but this week’s episode of Hockey/Trump (rehash of last week), WBC preview and F1 just has nothing I’m interested in. Soccer and men’s college basketball are hardly ever mentioned on this show anymore. Hockey gets way more airtime than them in addition to NBA, NFL, MLB and women’s basketball. You’re losing this long time listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    mjg394
    United States14 days ago
  • Good change up

    Personal policy is to listen to anything Alex is on, and that principle is in effect here. Good, broad based show - enjoy keeping up w/ stuff I don’t follow on my own (e.g. F1)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    montyminutes
    United States3 months ago
  • Excellent Listen

    This trio brings insightful viewpoints. Along with solid guests make it a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dog Money
    United States4 months ago
  • What happened?

    This group of new hosts do not measure up to the older group of hosts in any way. I have looked forward to Mondays for years and now I have unsubscribed.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Oshea2217
    United States9 months ago
  • Not for me

    I've listened to the show for years, and just unsubscribed. It's not the new hosts' fault but I'm not the audience they’re looking for. I’m interested in the WNBA but I’m also interested in other sports and it feels like the WNBA is its primary focus. Again, shows are entitled to cover what they want how they want and I'm entitled to take a pass. Best of luck, Hang Up crew.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Fruit Warrior 64
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the informative and insightful nature of the discussions, often praising the engaging commentary from both hosts and guests.
Some listeners express a sense of nostalgia for prior hosts, indicating a divide among the audience regarding changes in hosting personnel.
A significant portion enjoys the blend of sports with cultural and political issues, highlighting a unique appeal for those looking for depth in sports narratives.

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American Hockey Story
Q: Chris, you make the case in this newsletter that Trump has a general political idea of what he's doing here. Would my suspicion also be right that Donald Trump just thinks sports are super cool and loves to pardon people from sports?
Chris argues that while there are political motivations, there is also a genuine obsession with sports.
Michigan is a Mess
Q: How did the investigations into the Turkish betting scandal begin?
Investigators identified the scandal due to the pervasive corruption in Turkish soccer and its intertwining with political dynamics.
FIFA's Trumpy World Cup Draw
Q: Adam, there's a lot to get to with this draw, including who got a great deal, who got screwed, and most importantly, how things look for the United States men's national team.
The U.S. men's national team is in a relatively favorable group without facing any of the strongest teams, indicating potential for at least reaching the round of 16.
Nate Silver and the NFL's Year of Parity
Q: Nate, does everything that you're seeing and the numbers that you're crunching mesh with this idea of a very parity heavy season?
Yes, there's more parity this season than we've had in a long time mentioned earlier in the conversation.
Micah and Jerry’s Dallas Standoff
Q: How do fans feel going into this season?
The Cowboys' fanbase feels complicated emotions stemming from previous seasons and ownership decisions, leading to a sense of disappointment mixed with loyalty.

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What is Hang Up and Listen about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A dynamic exploration of sports and current events unfolds through insightful discussions that blend the latest sports news with cultural commentary. The content frequently revolves around sporting events such as the Olympics, NFL, and NCAA, while also addressing the political intersections relevant to sports, such as athlete activism, sports legislation, and the implications of political figures on the world of athletics. Notably, the hosts incorporate various expert perspectives from guests who are seasoned contributors in sports journalism, ensuring a diverse range of insights and analyses. This podcast is likely to appeal to listeners eager for in-depth commentary that extends beyond mere game recaps, catering to both casual fans and de... more

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4. Josh Levin
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7. Brendan Porath
8. Chuck Klosterman

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