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Sox Populi - A Chicago White Sox podcast

Sox Populi
Chicago White Sox
Pedro Grifol
Major League Baseball
Detroit Tigers
Royce Lewis
Boston Red Sox
Birmingham Barons
Houston Astros
Brooks Lee
Chicago Cubs
MLB
Crosstown Classic
Cubs
Baseball
Seattle Mariners
Cristian Javier
Luis Robert
Charlotte Knights
Los Angeles Dodgers
Joe Ryan

For fans of the Chicago White Sox.

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Latest Episodes

Brett Ballantini flies solo on this postgame podcast, addressing the ramp-up to 100 losses for the 2025 White Sox, and what infamy the club can still achieve in 2025:

• A rundown of the ins and outs of where the White Sox now stand (seventh-worst ... more

This edition of the mothership podcast features Dante Jones and Hannah Filippo, who join Brett Ballantini to discuss the encroaching and unprecedented third straight 100-loss season for the White Sox.

Believe it or not, some positives were discussed... more

Stacey Gotsulias of Locked On Yankees joined Chrystal to chat about the Yankees and help set up the second-to-last White Sox series of the season.

Here is what they talked about:

• What's new with the Yankees

• Jazz Chisholm Jr. just became th... more

Aaron Kirby joined Chrystal to chat about the Padres and their upcoming postseason, while also helping to preview the final White Sox home stand of the season.

Here is what they talked about:

• What's new with the Padres?

• The Wild Card is wi... more

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Recent Guests

Catherine Tinker
Rays fan and sports commentator.
Episode: Visiting Dugout Episode 105 — Tampa Bay Rays — 2025-09-09
Tania Farries
White Sox superfan and podcaster known as ChiTownTania
Episode: Ladies' Night Episode 24 — Tania Farries — 2025-08-29
Brandon Warne
Baseball analyst and writer
Locked On Twins / Access Twins
Episode: Visiting Dugout Episode 103 — Minnesota Twins — 2025-08-22
Tommy Barbee
Friend of South Side Sox and guest on the podcast
Episode: Visiting Dugout Episode 102 — Atlanta Braves — 2025-08-18
Nancy Hays
A long-time entertainer in Chicago, professional singer, dancer, and actress with a focus on arts and sports.
Hays Entertainment
Episode: Ladies' Night Episode 23 — Entertainer and author Nancy Hays — 2025-08-10
Guest (Unnamed)
Baseball enthusiast with strong opinions about MLB
Episode: Visiting Dugout Episode 101 — Seattle Mariners — 2025-08-05
Jason Collette
Long-time Rays fan and writer for RotoWire, contributor at FanGraphs
RotoWire, FanGraphs
Episode: Visiting Dugout Episode 98 — Tampa Bay Rays — 2025-07-21
Julie Swieca-Gannon
Sports broadcaster with extensive experience in covering baseball and sports news.
Episode: Ladies' Night 19 — Midseason Check-in with Julie Swieca-Gannon — 2025-06-26
Ruth Kapelus
Board member of SABR Toronto, newsletter editor, and baseball writer.
Society for American Baseball Research Toronto
Episode: Visiting Dugout Episode 92 — Toronto Blue Jays — 2025-06-20

Hosts

Chrystal O'Keefe
Host known for her insights and engaging discussions surrounding baseball and the Chicago White Sox.
Melissa Sage-Bollenbach
Host focusing on women in sports and community engagement, with discussions on the White Sox.

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Way Too Snarky

    These guys really enjoy hearing themselves talk. Some baseball acumen...if you can get past the pointless sarcasm

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Las Vegas 1234
    United States4 years ago
  • Outstanding Perspectives on the White Sox!

    I have recently come across this podcast and have found the perspectives on the Sox very informative and also entertaining. If you are a fan of the White Sox, this is the podcast for you as they cover EVERYTING!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nimbobumpke
    United States4 years ago
  • South Side Cringefest

    I consider myself a White Sox fanatic so I want to give every WS podcast a chance and listen, but I literally couldn’t get past the first 5 minutes of their latest episode Tony La Russa in Left Field. Let me preface by saying I’ve never written a review here, so it takes a big impression on me to muster up time and effort to write a review.

    The hosts seem unlikeable - awkward uninteresting banter, long pauses, and cringeworthy flow. IPA talk? (Awesome! I don’t drink), “titty muscle” referring t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    The Paintshaker
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Overall, the podcast rings true with die-hard White Sox fans looking for deeper engagement with their team's journey.
Listeners appreciate the informative discussions and insights on the Chicago White Sox, often highlighting the passionate yet light-hearted tone of the hosts.
Some listeners find the humor and banter to be excessive, with a few expressing disappointment regarding the quality of the interaction during episodes.

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#92
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Visiting Dugout Episode 105 — Tampa Bay Rays — 2025-09-09
Q: What do you think it means for the Rays to be competitive this season in such a tough division?
Catherine talks about the team's need to focus on younger players and their progression, expressing cautious hope for the future.
Visiting Dugout Episode 105 — Tampa Bay Rays — 2025-09-09
Q: What can you tell me about what we can kind of expect from Ray's pitching and who you think it might be?
Catherine mentions it could possibly be Ryan Pepio, who was acquired from the Dodgers, noting his recent performance against the Guardians.
Ladies' Night Episode 24 — Tania Farries — 2025-08-29
Q: How many wins do you think we end up with this season?
Tania optimistically raises her expectations, suggesting they might have 70 wins, seeing potential in their young players and their synergy.
Ladies' Night Episode 24 — Tania Farries — 2025-08-29
Q: Since you watched the Pirates, who would you say is your favorite non-White Sox player?
Tania mentions Doug Drabek as her favorite pitcher of all time, along with a few other players from her time as a Pirates fan.
Ladies' Night Episode 24 — Tania Farries — 2025-08-29
Q: So how have you survived these last couple of years as a White Sox fan? Because it has not been easy to do.
Tania reflects on having a positive playoff run a couple of years ago, which gave her hope, and how commiserating with fellow fans has helped during tough seasons.

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This podcast focuses on the Chicago White Sox, providing deep insights and discussions about the team, its players, and their performance within Major League Baseball. Episodes frequently feature analysis of recent games, player statistics, and injuries, as well as providing a platform for emotional fan perspectives and unique experiences shared by both hosts and guests. Notably, the content ranges from playful banter to in-depth critiques, capturing the essence of being part of the White Sox fan community. Additionally, discussions often extend to related teams and overarching themes within baseball culture, making it a comprehensive space for passionate fans seeking both information and camaraderie.

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Which podcasts are similar to Sox Populi?

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1. FutureSox Podcast
2. Sox Machine
3. CHGO Chicago White Sox Podcast
4. The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

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Sox Populi launched 6 years ago and published 659 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Sox Populi include:

1. Catherine Tinker
2. Tania Farries
3. Brandon Warne
4. Tommy Barbee
5. Nancy Hays
6. Guest (Unnamed)
7. Jason Collette
8. Julie Swieca-Gannon

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