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Sox Populi - A Chicago White Sox podcast

Sox Populi
Chicago White Sox
Pedro Grifol
Major League Baseball
Detroit Tigers
Minnesota Twins
Cleveland Guardians
Royce Lewis
Boston Red Sox
Birmingham Barons
Houston Astros
Byron Buxton
Crosstown Classic
Chicago Cubs
MLB
Cubs
Baseball
Seattle Mariners
Cristian Javier
Luis Robert
Charlotte Knights

For fans of the Chicago White Sox.

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Latest Episodes

In an audio-only joint, Malachi Hayes joined Brett Ballantini to discuss the inspiring (?) second half of the White Sox season and forecast what's to come for the club in the offseason:

• First off, the host can't even get the podcast episode corr... more

Bayleigh and Chrystal wrap up the season with their own baseball postmortem, and look ahead to the playoffs and 2026 season.

Here is what was discussed:

• Chrystal's reaction to the White Sox season

• Bayleigh's reaction to the Red Sox season more

Duty geezer Leigh Allan and his son and (while he’s in Chicago acting in Ashland Avenue at the Goodman Theatre) next room correspondent, Will, do the expected evaluation of the 2025 White Sox season: the good, the bad, and the not-quite-as-ugly as th... more

Chrystal O'Keefe, Joe Resis, Melissa Sage-Bollenbach and podcast rookie David James joined Brett Ballantini to look back on the 2025 season, from a few enticing angles:

• Hmm ... the return of Soxivus?

• Reviewing the final stats and standings ... 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

Host

Brett Ballantini
Hosts various episodes and covers insightful discussions on the Chicago White Sox's performance and management. He engages with fans through humor and analysis of the team's prospects.

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 States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the detailed analysis of the White Sox, finding the discussions both informative and entertaining.
Some reviews indicate a divide, with feedback pointing to the hosts' humor sometimes overshadowing analytical value.
Overall, many fans resonate with the camaraderie and community feel of the discussions, fostering a passionate listener base.

Chart Rankings

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#177
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Apple Podcasts
#121
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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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What is Sox Populi about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the Chicago White Sox, this podcast provides in-depth and engaging discussions surrounding the team's performance, management decisions, and player developments. Each episode features hosts and occasional guests analyzing current games, historical seasons, and future prospects, often blending statistical insights with personal anecdotes about fan culture. The conversations reflect both disappointment and optimism, particularly regarding young talent coming into play, and management's handling of the roster amidst the ups and downs of the season. The depth of analysis and camaraderie among hosts contribute to an enjoyable listening experience for dedicated fans.

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Which podcasts are similar to Sox Populi?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Sox Populi:

1. Sox Machine
2. White Sox REKAP Podcast

How many episodes of Sox Populi are there?

Sox Populi launched 6 years ago and published 663 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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What guests have appeared on Sox Populi?

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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