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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 791 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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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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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.
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)
This trio brings insightful viewpoints. Along with solid guests make it a must listen.
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.
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.
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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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