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Sox In The Basement

The Broadcast Basement
Chicago White Sox
White Sox
Luis Robert Jr.
Major League Baseball
Jerry Reinsdorf
Chris Getz
Andrew Vaughn
Baseball
Miguel Vargas
Colson Montgomery
Spring Training
Fantasy Baseball
Garrett Crochet
Murakami
Edgar Caro
Cork & Kerry At the Park
2005 World Series
Hyatt Home Medical Equipment
Cork & Kerry
Will Venable

The White Sox Podcast For Fans, By Fans.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes831Founded8 years ago
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"It's times like these you learn to live again. It's times like these you give and give again. It's times like these you learn to love again. It's times like these time and time again." - Foo Fighters

You don't get times like these all the time as a... more

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Decisions at the front office and managerial level have yielded bad results. Luis Castillo to the pen after acquiring him through 2027. Drew Thorpe to the minors. Openers that shouldn't open a jar of peanut butter. In-game moves even the announcers q... more

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The season is on the line in Cleveland and this team is playing tight...at least they were when we recorded this right before the first game of the three-game set. With the series yet undecided, a season hangs in the balance. What adjustments can or ... more

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The ghosts of past White Sox tams that stumbled at the end are lurking. Can this team find a way into the postseason? We're trying not to get frustrated while clearly being frustrated with how the team is operating in the final few weeks. Buckle up. ... more

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Recent Guests

Bill Cunningham
State Senator who sits on the body that oversees the stadium and related properties
Illinois State Senate
Episode: Burning Questions Surrounding The White Sox
Father Tom Hurley
Pastor at Most Holy Redeemer (formerly at Old St. Pat's), avid White Sox fan
Most Holy Redeemer, Catholic Church
Episode: Peace Be With You, White Sox Fans
Sam Phalen
Writer for White Sox Roundtable
White Sox Roundtable
Episode: The Trade Deadline (And Postseason Push) Beckons To White Sox
Dave Marin
Sox nerd guest, regular on the show
Sox In The Basement
Episode: Nerd Out With The Sox Nerd
Rich Drennen
Pitching coach with college coaching experience and former pro player
Unknown (guest on the episode)
Episode: What One Coach Sees With These White Sox
Don Cooper
Former White Sox pitching coach
Chicago White Sox
Episode: Coop, Larry and Making Better White Sox Hitters
Darren Jackson
Stumper guest mentioned on scoreboard segments
Episode: The White Sox Want To Win More
Abbey Murphy
Olympic gold medalist discussed on the show; appears via an interview segment
EP Podcast / The Broadcast Basement Network
Episode: White Sox Have Some Lofty Goals
Chris Fox
Co-host from Future Sox
Future Sox
Episode: Keys to the White Sox Next Door

Host

Chris
Co-hosts with a fan-first, candid style, often driving baseline discussions on Sox topics

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 198 ratings
  • Good insights

    They have great insights and sound great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Todd Welter
    United States2 years ago
  • Sports commentators who listen

    I'll share a short tale to describe why this podcast is the most refreshing sports commentary I've heard. Chris, the host, has strong opinions as would be expected of someone who professionally comments on white sox current events. However, he doesn't defend his opinions as though they were his children, as is most common on sports radio. I actually heard him respond to a different opinion from his wing-man, Ed, once, "You know, I never thought of it that way. I think you might be right." This ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joe Beribak
    United States2 years ago
  • The best show on White Sox baseball

    This is my favorite podcast on the Sox. And I listen to all of them. Make this one your first listen when they post!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Iowa Sox Fan
    United States3 years ago
  • Best baseball podcast!

    #1!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poapst8
    Canada4 years ago
  • Excellent show

    I’ve been listening to Sox in the Basement for 2 years now and look forward to every single episode. Chris has a great program. Screw the corporate podcast! This by far beats every other Sox radio program out there. Keep up the great work guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KT C.
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans appreciate the bar-talk vibe combined with solid team knowledge.
Listeners praise honest, opinionated analysis without corporate agendas.
Some episodes are criticized for taking fan banter too far or for heated takes.
Shows are viewed as a go-to for true Sox fans who want depth beyond mainstream coverage.
Overall, the host team is seen as authentic and engaging for long-time followers.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#93
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#132
Canada/Sports/Baseball
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#81
Italy/Sports/Baseball
Apple Podcasts
#87
Mexico/Sports/Baseball
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#100
South Korea/Sports/Baseball

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Trade Deadline (And Postseason Push) Beckons To White Sox
Q: Sam, what do you think is going to happen between now and the trade deadline, especially around starting pitching and catching?
Sam Phalen suggests the White Sox are likely to target a starting pitcher with money on the contract and potentially a catcher, weighing the trade-off between controllable prospects and immediate needs, while noting the market tends to move in a domino effect as teams announce offers and counteroffers.
How Did The White Sox Get Here?
Q: What is the most important factor in shaping the upcoming draft for the White Sox?
The dominant view is that Rock Chalowski is the consensus pick, but there is debate about Grady Emerson and other top college and high school talents; the pick remains pivotal for future positional balance and long-term value, with money and bonus pools influencing decisions.
How Did The White Sox Get Here?
Q: How much of an impact do you think the revamped development and scouting infrastructure is making right now?
Fox suggests the integrated approach across hitting, pitching, and analytics, plus bringing in experts from other organizations, has created better alignment and potentially faster development, though pitching remains the biggest short-term challenge.
White Sox May Have A Problem Here
Q: What was the rationale discussed for not promoting Sam Antonacci on the same day as Noah Schultz, and does it reflect a broader promotional strategy?
The hosts suggest it might be a marketing ploy or a calculated, staged 'Antonacci day' designed to manage rookie promotions and commentary, rather than pure baseball logic, implying promotion timing is influenced by public relations and fan engagement just as much as performance.
Coop, Larry and Making Better White Sox Hitters
Q: Can you walk us through what you and Devin did for the White Sox with biomechanical data?
We dug into biomechanical data from Hawkeye to extract insights on hitting, identify undervalued players, and find mechanical changes that could significantly increase bat speed and overall performance, while also being cautious about noise in the data.

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The show blends informal, fan-centric Chicago White Sox analysis with deep dives on roster moves, development, and front-office strategy. Episodes frequently mix game-by-game breakdowns, trade deadline discourse, and prospects discussion with light banter, sponsor reads, and fan engagement. A standout element is the recurring Sox Nerd persona who adds trivia, data points, and long-running riffs, contributing a playful yet insightful angle to the roster conversations. Overall, it's highly suited for listeners who want candid team commentary, contextual breakdowns of player development, and a grounded, South Side perspective on a volatile season.

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Recent guests on Sox In The Basement include:

1. Bill Cunningham
2. Father Tom Hurley
3. Sam Phalen
4. Dave Marin
5. Rich Drennen
6. Don Cooper
7. Darren Jackson
8. Abbey Murphy

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