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Hang Up and Listen

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NFL
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Super Bowl 58
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Kansas City Chiefs
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Shohei Ohtani
Caitlin Clark
Patrick Mahomes
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Los Angeles Dodgers
Draymond Green
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Michigan Football
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Vince Mcmahon
Florida State University
Detroit Lions

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 are joined by Nate Silver, founder of FiveThirtyEight and Silver Bulletin, to discuss his new NFL prediction model “ELWAY” and what it reveals about an unpredictable football league. Later in the ... more

Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh are joined by the Times’s Martyn Ziegler to explain the ripple effects of the Gaza ceasefire on UEFA and Israeli soccer. Then, The New York Times sports reporter Ken Belson joins to unravel the co... more

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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh speak to Slate’s Nitish Pahwa about prediction markets and the legally gray future of gambling. Then they turn to college football and Bill Belichick’s messy start at UNC. The panel wraps with a d... more

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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Ben Lindbergh, and Lindsay Gibbs speak to Fried Egg Golf’s Kevin Van Valkenburg about the American crowds, President, and golf lapses at the Ryder Cup. Ben previews the MLB playoffs, and the hosts discuss the purchase of Electron... more

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Martyn Ziegler
The Times journalist reporting on UEFA and Israel's situation.
The Times
Episode: How the Ceasefire Keeps Israel in European Soccer
Ken Belson
Sports business reporter for The New York Times discussing the NFL's strategies.
The New York Times
Episode: How the Ceasefire Keeps Israel in European Soccer
Eric Stephen
Managing editor of True Blue LA, covering Dodgers baseball
True Blue LA
Episode: The Year Without Caitlin Clark
Ben Rothenberg
Acclaimed tennis writer and frequent Hang Up and Listen guest
Bounces
Episode: When Trump Took Center Court
Lindsay Darvin
Sports management professor and scholar on video games
Syracuse University
Episode: Bill’s Chapel Hill Spill
Louisa Thomas
Staff writer at The New Yorker
The New Yorker
Episode: ESPN Gambles on Streaming
Carson Kessler
Investigative reporter for The Athletic who covered the subject in detail
The Athletic
Episode: Stalkers: A Hidden Threat to Athletes
RJ Ochoa
Covers the Dallas Cowboys
Blogging the Boys
Episode: Micah and Jerry’s Dallas Standoff
Rodger Sherman
Sports writer and Olympics obsessive
Independent writer on sports
Episode: Trump vs. the IOC

Hosts

Alex Kirshner
Co-host of Hang Up and Listen and contributing writer for Slate.
Lindsay Gibbs
Publisher of Power Plays, covering women's sports.
Ben Lindbergh
Co-host of Hang Up and Listen and Co-host of Effectively Wild.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • 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 States4 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
    2
    Fruit Warrior 64
    United States5 months ago
  • I quit

    I unsubscribed after listening for 10 years. New hosts, especially Lindsay (CONSTANTLY laughing), a big drop off from prior hosts.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bludmn
    United States5 months ago
  • Miss Joel, Hate new Hosts

    Joel was the best. Not sure I will continue listening to to slate podcasts anymore

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    maitfinley
    United States8 months ago
  • I miss the old guys

    I really wanted to keep listening because I liked the old hosts but I just can’t. Alex laughs at everything she says (even when not remotely funny), and everything Ben says sounds like a speech he’s written out in advance. Alex is good. But that’s about it.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Zeke McAdoo
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners have expressed dissatisfaction with recent host changes, indicating nostalgia for previous hosts and a desire for continuity.
Positive feedback focuses on the intelligence and charm of the new hosts, suggesting a fresh energy that some listeners find enjoyable.
Despite mixed feelings, many appreciate the insightful and humorous discussions on sports and culture.
Several reviews highlight the podcast's unique blend of sports and politics, making it appealing to both sports fans and those interested in broader societal narratives.

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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.
Micah and Jerry’s Dallas Standoff
Q: RJ, is Jones just a devoted capitalist who can't resist getting into high-stakes negotiation just because he loves the back and forth?
It's difficult to discern, but one theory suggests that the Cowboys enjoy the attention these negotiations bring, even if it leads to financial losses in the long run.
Trump vs. the IOC
Q: Where do you see these trans sports bans fitting into this picture?
This can create a huge problem for the IOC as the U.S. government constraints may conflict with their eligibility rules for athletes.
Trump vs. the IOC
Q: Have we seen any proof that the IOC will stand up to this at all?
The IOC relies heavily on U.S. financial support due to broadcast deals, making them unlikely to act against the U.S. government.
Trump vs. the IOC
Q: What is that one thing the Trump people could do that would perhaps endanger something like the Olympics?
Preventing athletes from participating in sporting events in the United States, including children and professional athletes.

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This podcast engages listeners with a wide range of discussions centered around sports, politics, and the media intersection. Topics often include detailed analysis of significant events in college football, professional sports, and the latest occurrences that influence various leagues and athletes. Insights into issues like athlete safety, the evolving landscape of women's sports, and perspectives on notable figures in athletics are also prevalent. The discussions are enriched with contributions from various journalists and experts, making it a comprehensive source for sports enthusiasts who appreciate thoughtful analysis alongside the latest sport news. Its unique feature is the exploration of how broader social issues impact sports, prov... more

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