Hang Up and Listen

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk with their favorite guests of 2016: Leicester City beat writer Rob Tanner; Mina Kimes of ESPN the Magazine, author of a profile of Martellus and Michael Bennett; and Ann Beaty, the widow of Zelmo Beaty.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca discuss the Minnesota football sexual assault invesigation with journalist Jessica Luther. They also talk about Ronda Rousey's UFC return with Ramona Shelburne of ESPN, and the year in Cleveland sports with writer Scott Raab. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca are joined by ProPublica's David Epstein to discuss the Russian doping scandal. They also examine MLB offseason moves with ESPN's Sam Miller and discuss rare NFL final scores with Jon Bois of SB Nation. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Yahoo’s Jeff Passan to discuss baseball’s new labor deal and Japanese star Shohei Otani. They also assess the Cavs’ J.R. Smith and George Dohrmann joins to talk about the NFL’s marketing to children.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Ohio State's double overtime victory over Michigan with Slate writer Ben Mathis-Lilley; US Soccer's firing of Jurgen Klinsmann; and the World Chess Championship with FiveThirtyEight's Oliver Roeder. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the success of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, talk with FiveThirtyEight'sNeil Paine about Randall Cunningham's legacy, and speak with Puck Daddy's Greg Wyshynski about teenage NHL stars.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss post-election critiques from NBA coaches and Ernie Johnson's call for unity on Inside the NBA. They also speak with Univision's Leon Krauze about Mexico's 2-1 victory over the U.S. men's soccer team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and The Ringer's Bryan Curtis discuss the intersection of sports and politics, Alabama's college football dominance, and Harvard's cancellation of its men's soccer team’s season due to lewd “scouting reports” of women players.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca record a special emergency episode to discuss the Chicago Cubs’ Game 7 win over the Cleveland Indians. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca discuss the first five games of the World Series. They also interview Shaun Assael about The Murder of Sonny Liston and talk about the Kabaddi World Cup with writer Jemayel Khawaja and Team USA’s Kevin Hustle.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and ESPN’s Pablo S. Torre discuss the Cubs-Indians World Series match-up and interpersonal drama in the NBA. Deadspin’s Diana Moskovitz also joins to talk about Josh Brown, Derrick Rose, and sports leagues and criminal justice.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca discuss the stars of the baseball playoffs, including Clayton Kershaw, Javier Baez, and Francisco Lindor. They also examine the many theories on the decline of the NFL’s television ratings. Finally, they discuss the Fox show Pitch with former minor league baseball pitcher Ila Borders.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca talk about the MLB playoffs and Donald Trump’s concept of “locker room talk.” They also interview Sports Illustrated’s S.L. Price about his book Playing Through the Whistle: Steel, Football, and an American Town.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca talk about the Ryder Cup, MLB playoffs, and the wild weekend in college football. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca talk about Jose Fernandez, the politics of Cubs' ownership, and Nate Jackson's new book on fantasy football. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slate’s sports podcast on the whiteness of baseball and football players celebrating too early. Plus, an interview with Steph Davis about deaths in BASE-jumping.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss whether the NFL’s on-field product is getting worse. They also speak with Paralympic goalball player John Kusku and interview Annie Beaty about her husband Zelmo’s induction in the Basketball Hall of Fame.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Spencer Hall to talk about college football’s opening weekend; interview NFL long snapper and Green Beret Nate Boyer about his conversations with Colin Kaepernick; and celebrate Vin Scully.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and ESPN’s Mina Kimes discuss Colin Kaepernick’s protest of the national anthem. They also assess Joey Bosa’s contract dispute with the Chargers, and Baseball Prospectus’ Sam Miller joins to evaluate hot-hitting Gary Sanchez.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this re-broadcast of an interview from June 27, Josh Levin and Stefan Fatsis interview boxer Claressa Shields and film producer Sue Jaye Johnson about Shields’ preparations for the Olympics and the documentary about her life, T-Rex.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca evaluate NBC’s coverage of the 2016 Summer Olympics. Sports Illustrated’s S.L. Price also joins to talk about how the Olympics played in Brazil, and Luke O’Brien discusses Conor McGregor and the state of UFC.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin speaks with long-time TV commentator and high-jump champion Dwight Stones about what’s wrong with NBC’s track-and-field coverage. Plus, David Epstein of ProPublica debunks the myth that Usain Bolt wins races because he decelerates slowly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin speaks with ESPN The Magazine’s Mina Kimes about Ryan Lochte’s claim that he was robbed at gunpoint and why he might have lied about it. Plus, David Epstein of ProPublica explains how Jamaica is able to development so many great sprinters.Mina Kimes: https://twitter.com/minakimesFacebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangupEnding music by mtbrd http://mtbrd.bandcamp.com/ & Flamingosis https://flamingosis1.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin interviews retired distance runner Lauren Fleshman about her career, her belief top distance runners are doping, and her fraught relationship with Nike. Plus, ProPublica’s David Epstein explains why U.S. hurdlers didn’t win a medal on Tuesday.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangupEnding music by mtbrd http://mtbrd.bandcamp.com/ & Flamingosis https://flamingosis1.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slate’s sports podcast talks to Megan Abbott about her new book "You Will Know Me," set in the high-stakes world of elite gymnastics. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangupEnding music by mtbrd http://mtbrd.bandcamp.com/ & Flamingosis https://flamingosis1.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by ProPublica’s David Epstein to discuss Usain Bolt, U.S. swimming, and the limits of human performance. Slate’s Jessica Winter also joins to discuss allegations of abuse against the Karolyis.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin interviews 2016 U.S. Olympic field hockey star Michelle Vittese and 1984 U.S. field hockey Olympian Karen Shelton. Also, David Epstein of ProPublica assesses the greatness of British rowers Helen Glover and Heather Stanning.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangupEnding music by mtbrd http://mtbrd.bandcamp.com/ & Flamingosis https://flamingosis1.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin speaks with swim coach Terry Laughlin about what makes Katie Ledecky so fast in the water. Plus, David Epstein of ProPublica talks about how 43-year-old gold-medal-winning cyclist Kristin Armstrong defies the sports age curve.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangupEnding music by mtbrd http://mtbrd.bandcamp.com/ & Flamingosis https://flamingosis1.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin talks with writer Dvora Meyers about the U.S. women’s gymnastics team’s dominant win in the team all-around. Plus, David Epstein of ProPublica explains why elite female gymnasts are shrinking.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangupEnding music by mtbrd http://mtbrd.bandcamp.com/ & Flamingosis https://flamingosis1.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slate’s sports podcast talks to Franklin Foer about what will happen in Rio when the Olympics are gone, and David Epstein about the USA vs. Russia breaststroke dramatics.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangupEnding music by mtbrd http://mtbrd.bandcamp.com/ & Flamingosis https://flamingosis1.bandcamp.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and Justin Peters talk about NBC’s Olympics coverage, American jingoism, shooting sports, and gymnastics injuries. Then, Justin discusses his part-time job as a beer vendor at Wrigley Field.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by ProPublica’s David Epstein to discuss Caster Semenya. Eugene Monroe also joins to talk about his retirement from the NFL and medical marijuana advocacy. Finally, they assess Ichiro Suzuki.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the IOC’s decision not to make a decision about Russian Olympians; interview Tanisha Wright of the New York Liberty about WNBA players’ support of Black Lives Matter; and examine free throw psychology.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Mike Pesca are joined by the Cleveland Browns’ Andrew Hawkins to discuss athlete activism. Jason Gay also joins to assess the Tour de France, and they discuss the paltry pay for minor league baseball players.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and June Thomas discuss Serena Williams’ Wimbledon win. They’re also joined by the Irish Times’ Ken Early to talk about Portugal’s Euro 2016 victory, and Meghan O’Rourke joins for a conversation about the evolution of gymnastics.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and Shira Springer discuss Kevin Durant’s move to the Warriors. Then they’re joined by Sky Sports’ Bryn Law to talk Wales’ unlikely run in the Euros. Finally, they speak with Sally Jenkins about the life and legacy of Pat Summitt.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca are joined by Sam Borden to discuss Messi’s retirement announcement and the Euros. They talk to NBA agent Doug Neustadt about the international players. Finally, Josh Levin and Stefan interview Olympic boxer Claressa Shields.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Cavs’ Game 7 win over the Warriors. Scott Raab also joins to describe the joy of the Cleveland sports fan, and Sports Illustrated’s Michael Bamberger explains the golf rules kerfuffle at the U.S. Open.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin talks to ESPN’s Golden State Warriors beat writer Ethan Sherwood Strauss about Game 6 of the NBA Finals. Cleveland super fan Scott Raab then joins to discuss what it was like to attend the series-tying game and how he feels going into Game 7.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Draymond Green’s suspension and the United States’ first-place group stage finish in Copa America. They're also joined by the Toronto Star’s Bruce Arthur for a conversation about Gordie Howe.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca evaluate LeBron James’ playoff record, talk to The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis about how Muhammad Ali changed sports writing, and discuss Novak Djokovic’s growing popularity with the New York Times’ Ben Rothenberg.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis and Josh Levin are joined by Robert Lipsyte to discuss what Muhammad Ali stood for and what he represented in the broader culture.Lipsyte: Muhammad Ali Dies at 74: Titan of Boxing and the 20th Century http://nyti.ms/1sUHBHjFacebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Warriors' Game 7 win over the Thunder and the firing of Baylor football coach Art Briles. They’re also joined by Ken Early of the Irish Times to evaluate Cristiano Ronaldo’s skill and his ego.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by ESPN’s Ethan Sherwood Strauss to discuss the Golden State Warriors; by Brandiose’s Jason Klein to talk minor-league team names; and by the New York Times’ Greg Howard to assess The Undefeated.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the NBA playoffs. Slate’s John Swansburg also joins to talk about why Stephen Curry’s shoes don’t have cultural cachet. Finally, they assess whether the Olympics should be cancelled due to the Zika virus.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mina Kimes discuss Bartolo Colon’s first career home run; the Globe and Mail’s James Mirtle joins to discuss the NHL playoffs; and they discuss the marketing of WNBA stars Skylar Diggins, Diana Taurasi, and Brittney Griner.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangupHang Up and Listen is supported by Slack. Slack brings all of your communication at work into one place. Create a new team right now at Slack.com/hangup and you’ll get one hundred dollars in credit for when you decide to upgrade to a paid plan. That’s Slack.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Josh Levin and Mike Pesca are joined by Slate’s Tommy Craggs to discuss Laremy Tunsil. Rob Tanner of the Leicester Mercury also joins to talk about Leicester City, and Ben Lindbergh and Sam Miller discuss their book The Only Rule Is It Has to Work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a special live show, Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss whether Bryce Harper can make baseball fun and Curt Schilling's firing by ESPN. Ali Krieger also joins to discuss the U.S. women's national soccer team's push for equal pay.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangupHang Up and Listen is brought to you by Slack. Slack brings all of your communication at work into one place. Create a new team right now at Slack.com/hangup and you'll get $100 in credit for when you decide to upgrade to a paid plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Kobe Bryant's last game and whether refs are biased against Jeremy Lin; the Rams' trade for the top pick in the NFL draft; and the NBA's move to put ads on the front of jerseys.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangupHang Up and Listen is brought to you by Slack. Slack brings all of your communication at work into one place. Create a new team right now at Slack.com/hangup and you'll get $100 in credit for when you decide to upgrade to a paid plan. That's Slack.com/hangup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk to Karen Crouse of The New York Times about Jordan Spieth's historic collapse on the back nine of the 2016 Masters. They also talk to Chris Ballard of Sports Illustrated about the Golden State Warriors' one-game-to-go chase for the record for most wins in an NBA season. Finally, they interview Yahoo baseball writer Jeff Passan about his new book, The Arm: Inside the Billion-Dollar Mystery of the Most Valuable Commodity in Sports.Facebook: facebook.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at www.slate.com/hangupHang Up and Listen is brought to you by Goldman Sachs. Get information about developments currently shaping markets, industries, and the global economy on the firm's podcast Exchanges at Goldman Sachs - available on iTunes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.