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Culture Gabfest - Lose the Shoulder Pads Edition

Julia Turner, Stephen Metcalf and Dana Stevens discuss George Orwell's classic novel 1984, Ryan Murphy's new show Feud about Bette Davis and Joan Crawford, and pop culture's current obsession with sleep. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by ThirdLove, the lingerie brand using real women’s measurements to design better-fitting bras. Try one of their best-selling bras for free for 30 days by visiting thirdlove.com/culture.And by Rocket Mortgage from Quicken Loans. When it comes to the big decision of choosing a mortgage lender, work with one that has your best interests in mind. Use Rocket Mortgage for a transparent, trustworthy home loan process that’s completely online at QuickenLoans.com/culture.And by Texture. Texture lets you stay up to date with your favorite magazines...all in one place. Right now, get a 14-day FREE TRIAL when you sign up by going to Texture.com/culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 8, 20171h 1m

Ep 95Death, Sex & Money - Live from the Internet: Jason Isbell, Amanda Shires & You

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Breakups, addiction, death, and music—married musicians Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires join Anna to answer all your questions live from Nashville.Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 8, 20171h 1m

Hang Up and Listen - The Whore of Carnegie Mellon Edition

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Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss Duke’s Grayson Allen and other NCAA basketball matters. Scott Raab also joins to talk about his new book You’re Welcome, Cleveland, and Oliver Roeder of FiveThirtyEight explains how a computer program beat four pro poker players.Grayson Allen and NCAA hoops (2:55): exploring America’s longstanding hatred of white Duke basketball players; Northwestern’s likely maiden visit to March Madness, and the first-ever Ivy League basketball tournament.Scott Raab’s You’re Welcome, Cleveland (21:37): The writer and Cleveland sports fan explains what he got wrong in The Whore of Akron and whether LeBron James would like his new book.How a computer took down the poker pros (33:40): Oliver Roeder explains how poker went the way of chess, checkers, Go, and Scrabble, and what the next challenges are for artificial intelligence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 7, 20171h 6m

Culture Gabfest - Crab Dystopia Edition

Julia Turner, Dana Stevens and Stephen Metcalf discuss Jordan Peele's horror film Get Out with Aisha Harris, the Oscars, and the new season of the BBC's Planet Earth. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by ThirdLove, the lingerie brand using real women’s measurements to design better-fitting bras. Try one of their best-selling bras for free for 30 days by visiting thirdlove.com/culture.And byThe Americans, an FX Original Series. This season will draw you closer to the unanswered questions and confrontations you’ve been waiting for. The Americans premieres Tuesday, March 7th at 10PM on FX. For more information, visit FXNetworks.com.And by Squarespace. Start building your website today! Go to Squarespace.com and use offer code culture to get 10 percent off your first purchase of a website or domain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 1, 201752 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Stick to the Oscars Edition

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Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss sports parallels for Sunday’s big Oscars mishap. They also talk JaVale McGee’s feud with Shaquille O’Neal, and Ken Early of the Irish Times joins to discuss the decline of Leicester City.Sports and the Oscars (3:07): breaking down the Moonlight-La La Land mix-up, pondering different sports analogies, and discussing whether sports TV would have covered the incident differently. Shaq vs. JaVale McGee (16:43): Do McGee’s frequent bloopers warrant relentless mockery on “Shaqtin’ a Fool”? Where is the line between comedy and bullying? Leicester City (32:11): Ken Early joins to talk about Leicester’s fall from glory, the team’s decision to fire manager Claudio Ranieri, and how the squad can avoid relegation.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 27, 201758 min

Culture Gabfest - [Crickets] Edition

Julia Turner, Stephen Metcalf, and Dana Stevens discuss HBO's Big Little Lies with TV critic Willa Paskin, Martin Scorsese's latest film Silence, and the new podcast Missing Richard Simmons. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Boll and Branch. Right now, get 50 dollars off your first set of sheets by going to BollandBranch.com and using promo code culture.And by by Rocket Mortgage from Quicken Loans.When it comes to the big decision of choosing a mortgage lender, work with one that has your best interests in mind. Use Rocket Mortgage for a transparent, trustworthy home loan process that’s completely online at QuickenLoans.com/cultureAnd by The Black Tux. For high-quality rental suits and tuxedos delivered right to your door, go to TheBlackTux.com/culture and you’ll receive free shipping both ways, plus 20 dollars off your purchase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 22, 201753 min

Ep 94Death, Sex & Money - Cristela Alonzo's Lower Classy Comedy

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Comedian Cristela Alonzo was raised by a single mom in an abandoned diner with no power or water in South Texas, but she says she can comfortably fill up a Target shopping cart these days.Don't forget about our "10 Things I Hate About You" remote viewing party TONIGHT! Find all the details on our Facebook page.Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 22, 201725 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Balls Can Ball Edition

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Josh Levin, Stefan Fatsis, and Kevin Arnovitz discuss the DeMarcus Cousins trade and the Salt Lake Screaming Eagles, the football team whose fans call the plays. LaVar Ball also joins to talk about parenting and how his three sons will change basketball. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21, 201753 min

Ep 93Death, Sex & Money - Cut Loose: Your Breakup Stories

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We asked for your stories about breakups. You told us about being left, doing the leaving, and the times when you're not exactly sure what happened. We're also building a Breakup Survival Kit together. Add your tips here.Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 15, 201741 min

Culture Gabfest - Stephen's Universe Edition

Dana Stevens, Julia Turner, and Stephen Metcalf discuss the cartoon phenomenon Steven Universe with intern Daniel Schroeder, SNL and political satire with the Political Gabfest's Emily Bazelon, and The Trump Fiction project with author Ben H Winters. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Texture. Texture lets you stay up to date with your favorite magazines...all in one place. Right now, get a 14-day FREE TRIAL when you sign up by going to Texture.com/culture.And by Care.com, the world’s largest digital marketplace for finding and managing family care. Learn how you can save 30 percent off a Care.com Premium membership AND receive a 15 dollar credit by visiting Care.com/cultureAnd by the hit SHOWTIME Original Series BILLIONS, starring Emmy winners Damian Lewis and Paul Giamatti. BILLIONS returns Sunday, February 19th with new episodes every Sunday at 10/9 central. Download the SHOWTIME app now to start your free trial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 15, 201756 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Cupcakes Aren’t Soft Edition

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Josh Levin, Mike Pesca, and Dan Steinberg discuss Patriots players spurning the White House. They also analyze Kevin Durant’s return to OKC and Dolan v. Oakley, and high school coach Kyle Allen joins to explain his effort to revolutionize basketball.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 13, 201759 min

Culture Gabfest - Archie Got Hot Edition

Slate's Dana Stevens, Stephen Metcalf, and Julia Turner discuss the CW's new Archie adaption Riverdale, David Mackenzie's Oscar-nominated film Hell or High Water, and this year's Super Bowl ads with Seth Stevenson. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by ThirdLove, the lingerie brand using real women’s measurements to design better-fitting bras. Try one of their best-selling bras for free for 30 days by visiting thirdlove.com/CULTURE.And by Rocket Mortgage from Quicken Loans. When it comes to the big decision of choosing a mortgage lender, work with one that has your best interests in mind. Use Rocket Mortgage for a transparent, trustworthy home loan process that’s completely online at QuickenLoans.com/CULTURE.And by the hit SHOWTIME Original Series BILLIONS, starring Emmy winners Damian Lewis and Paul Giamatti. BILLIONS returns Sunday, February 19th with new episodes every Sunday at 10/9 central. Download the SHOWTIME app now to start your free trial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 8, 201752 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Super Bowl of Super Bowls Edition

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Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Patriots’ epic Super Bowl comeback and the Falcons’ amazing collapse. Charles P. Pierce joins to discuss Tom Brady, and SB Nation’s Spencer Hall explains why the game was quintessentially Atlanta. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 6, 201753 min

Culture Gabfest - We Love Spunk Edition

Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens, Julia Turner, and Slate’s culture editor Laura Bennett discuss the film Elle, NBC's This Is Us, and The Mary Tyler Moore Show.Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Boll and Branch. Get 50 dollars off your first set of sheets by going to BollandBranch.com and using promo code culture. And byThirdLove, the lingerie brand using real women’s measurements to design better-fitting bras. Try one of their best-selling bras for free for 30 days by visiting thirdlove.com/culture. And by Casper, an online retailer of premium mattresses. Get 50 dollars toward any mattress purchase by going to Casper.com/cultureand using the promo code culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 1, 201757 min

Ep 92Death, Sex & Money - The NFL Made Me Rich. Now I Watch It... Sometimes.

Two and a half years ago, former NFL cornerback Domonique Foxworth told me about leaving football behind. Now, it's a part of his life again—in a way he didn't see coming. Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 1, 201740 min

Hang Up and Listen - The He Still Hate Me Edition

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Stefan Fatsis, Mike Pesca, and Josh Levin break down the Australian Open. Tim Layden also joins to discuss the sports ramifications of Trump’s refugee ban, and Rod Smart and Charlie Ebersol talk about the 30 for 30 documentary This Was the XFL.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 31, 20171h 7m

Culture Gabfest - Chalkboard Ninja Edition

Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens, Julia Turner, and guests discuss the film Hidden Figures, Oscar nominations, and whether or not it's ok to punch a Nazi. Culture Gabfest is brought to you by LifeAfter. What happens to our digital lives when we’re gone? LifeAfter, a new series from GE Podcast Theater and Panoply, the creators of last year’s award-winning The Message, explores these very questions. Listen and download LifeAfter wherever you find your podcasts.And Texture. Texture lets you stay up to date with your favorite magazines...all in one place. Right now, get a 14-day FREE TRIAL when you go to Texture.com/culture.And by the SHOWTIME Original Series HOMELAND, starring Claire Danes. Relentlessly fighting the government’s abuse of power here at home, Carrie Mathison is at odds with former allies. HOMELAND returns with new episodes every Sunday at 9 PM. Download the SHOWTIME app now to start your free trial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 25, 201755 min

Ep 91Death, Sex & Money - Mahershala Ali on Faith, Love and Success

Mahershala Ali just earned his first Oscar nomination for his role in the movie "Moonlight." Ten months ago, he and his wife Amatus told us how they balance their marriage, faith and careers.Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 24, 201719 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Lot of Ways to Lose Edition

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Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Jack Hamilton talk about the Falcons’ and Patriots’ conference title game wins. Sports Illustrated’s Chris Ballard also joins to discuss the streaking 76ers, and they assess the Baseball Hall of Fame’s new inductees. Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 24, 20171h 5m

Culture Gabfest - Slow Mo Nun Soccer Edition

Dana Steven, Stephen Metcalf and Sam Anderson discuss HBO's new show The Young Pope, the film A Monster Calls directed by J. A. Bayona, and Neanderthals Were People, Too from The New York Times Magazine. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Rocket Mortgage from Quicken Loans. When itcomes to the big decision of choosing a mortgage lender, work with one that has yourbest interests in mind. Use Rocket Mortgage for a transparent, trustworthy home loanprocess that’s completely online at QuickenLoans.com/culture.And by LifeAfter. What happens to our digital lives when we’re gone? LifeAfter, a newseries from GE Podcast Theater and Panoply, the creators of last year’s award-winningThe Message, explores these very questions. Listen and download LifeAfter whereveryou find your podcasts.And by the SHOWTIME Original Series HOMELAND, starring Claire Danes. Relentlesslyfighting the government’s abuse of power here at home, Carrie Mathison is at odds withformer allies. HOMELAND returns with new episodes every Sunday at 9 PM. Downloadthe SHOWTIME app now to start your free trial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 18, 201745 min

Ep 90Death, Sex & Money - I Had Babies To Pay For My Baby

At 19, Sarah Short gave birth to her first child—and ended up thousands of dollars in debt. A few years later she carried twins as a surrogate to pay off the bills from her first birth.Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 18, 201730 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Real Locker Room Edition

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Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and special guest Nate Jackson talk about the NFL playoffs. They’re also joined by Don Yee to discuss his proposed pro football minor league and ESPN’s Ethan Sherwood Strauss to assess the 35-6 Golden State Warriors.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 18, 20171h 12m

Culture Gabfest - Decadent Slime Edition

Slate's Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens, and Julia Turner discuss Netflix's new sci-fi show The OA, the film Fences with UCLA professor and playwright Dominic Taylor, and then whether hard times make for great art. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Boll and Branch. Get 50 dollars off your first set ofsheets by going to BollandBranch.com and using promo code culture.And by ThirdLove, the lingerie brand using real women’s measurements to designbetter-fitting bras. Try one of their best-selling bras for free for 30 days by visitingthirdlove.com/culture.And by LifeAfter. What happens to our digital lives when we’re gone? LifeAfter, a newseries from GE Podcast Theater and Panoply, the creators of last year’s award-winningThe Message, explores these very questions. Listen and download LifeAfter whereveryou find your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 11, 201752 min

Ep 89Death, Sex & Money - Tracy Clayton Is Speaking Things Into Existence

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The Another Round podcast host has a long list of goals that she wants to accomplish in 2017—and she wants her almost 100,000 Twitter followers to hold her accountable.Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 11, 201727 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Gitanic Edition

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Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the New York Giants’ playoff loss to the Green Bay Packers and Odell Beckham’s pre-game boat trip. They also discuss the legacy of ESPN’s Chris Berman and the 2017 World Darts Championship.Facebook: http://fb.com/HangUpAndListenEmail: [email protected] notes at http://slate.com/hangup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 10, 20171h 6m

Culture Gabfest - Samba and Tapas Edition

Julia Turner, Stephen Metcalf, and Dana Stevens discuss the new film musical La La Land, the Oscar-contender Manchester By the Sea with John Swansburg, and the best movies of the year in Slate's movie club. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you ThirdLove, the lingerie brand using real women’s measurements to design better-fitting bras. Try one of their best-selling bras for free for 30 days by visiting thirdlove.com/culture.And by LifeAfter. What happens to our digital lives when we’re gone? LifeAfter, a new series from GE Podcast Theater and Panoply, the creators of last year’s award-winning The Message, explores these very questions. Listen and download LifeAfter wherever you find your podcasts.And by Rocket Mortgage from Quicken Loans. When it comes to the big decision ofchoosing a mortgage lender, work with one that has your best interests in mind. UseRocket Mortgage for a transparent, trustworthy home loan process that’s completely online at QuickenLoans.com/culture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 4, 201755 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Triple-Double Entendre Edition

Josh Levin and Mike Pesca are joined by the Ringer’s Bryan Curtis to discuss the college football playoffs and the quarterback crisis in the NFL playoffs. They’re also joined by ESPN’s Kevin Pelton to examine the NBA’s sudden surge in triple-doubles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 3, 20171h 6m

Culture Gabfest - Two Condoms and a Poem Edition

Dana Stevens, Julia Turner, Steven Metcalf and Dear Prudence's Mallory Ortberg come together around the podcast fire to answer your advice questions in our yearly call-in holiday special. Topics include poems for suitors, father-daughter dances, foreign name pronunciation and much more. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Rocket Mortgage from Quicken Loans. Rocket Mortgage brings the mortgage process into the twenty-first century with an easy online process. Check out Rocket Mortgage today at QuickenLoans.com/culture.And by LifeAfter. What Happens to our digital lives when we’re gone? LifeAfter, a new series from GE Podcast Theater and Panoply, the creators of last year’s award-winning The Message, explores those very questions. Listen and download LifeAfter wherever you find your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 28, 201651 min

Ep 88Death, Sex & Money - A Son and His Mom Laugh Through Darkness

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Bex Montz and his mom Katie Ryan laugh a lot together, even when they're talking about depression, suicide, and the sudden death of Bex's dad. Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 28, 201630 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Legends of HUAL Edition

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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.

Dec 26, 201651 min

Culture Gabfest - Live Star Death Star Edition

Dan Kois, Dana Stevens, and Stephen Metcalf discuss the new Star Wars spin-off Rogue One, TBS's mystery millennial comedy Search Party, and Stevie Wonder and Slate's Wonder Week with Slate's pop critic Jack Hamilton. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Rocket Mortgage from Quicken Loans. Rocket Mortgage brings the mortgage process into the twenty-first century with an easy online process. Check out Rocket Mortgage today at QuickenLoans.com/culture.Andby Wordpress.com. More bloggers use Wordpress.com than any other platform. And now, for the first time ever, Wordpress.com offers you your own dot-blog domain. Hurry to Wordpress.com now and use promo code PODCAST for 15-percent off your custom dot-blog domain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 21, 201651 min

Ep 87Death, Sex & Money - My Awkward Money Talk With Sallie Krawcheck

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Former bank executive Sallie Krawcheck says she's comfortable talking about other people's money. But when it comes to her own money—that's a different story. Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 21, 201628 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Most Cleveland Thing Ever Edition

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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.

Dec 20, 20161h 8m

Culture Gabfest - Mensch Warfare Edition

Dana Stevens, Laura Miller, and Stephen Metcalf discuss the new biopic Jackie with Browbeat editor Sam Adams, the Netflix show 3%, and Laura Miller's piece for Slate, "Do Video Games Make Us More Cruel?"The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Casper. Get the great night’s sleep you deserve. For 50 dollars toward any mattress purchase, just go to Casper.com/culture and use promo code culture.And by Audible. Get a free audiobook with a 30-day trial today by signing up at Audible.com/culture.And by Seedling. Give the kid in your life a unique gift that inspires creativity. Go to Seedling.com and use promo code culture for 10 dollars off your purchase of 30 dollars or more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 14, 201650 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Dark Scorigami Edition

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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.

Dec 12, 20161h 13m

Culture Gabfest - Low End Theory Edition

Julia Turner, Dana Stevens, and Stephen Metcalf discuss the new film The Edge of Seventeen, The new album from A Tribe Called Quest, We Got it From Here...Thank You For Your Service with guest Jody Rosen, and Julia Turner's Slate cover story, The Stunt Presidency. The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Wordpress. More bloggers use Wordpress than any other platform. And now, for the first time ever, Wordpress.com offers you your own dot-blog domain. Hurry to Wordpress.com now and use promo code PODCAST for 15-percent off your custom dot-blog domain.And by Harry’s. Their limited edition holiday shave set makes a great gift for anyone. Go to Harrys.com and order by December 9th to get free shipping. Enter promo code culture at checkout for 5 dollars off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 7, 201650 min

Ep 86Death, Sex & Money - Let's Talk About Porn

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Your stories about secret hard drives, fantasy plot lines, illegal downloads, titillating Tumblr feeds, and giving porn up completely.Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 7, 201631 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Japan's Babe Ruth Edition

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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.

Dec 6, 20161h 6m

Culture Gabfest - Banter About Banter Edition

Stephen Metcalf, Julia Turner, and Dana Stevens discuss Moana, the new animated film from Disney, the return of Gilmore Girls with Seth Stevenson, and Nathan Heller's article in the New Yorker, "If Animals Have Rights, Should Robots?".The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Seedling. For gifts that encourage kids to explore their creativity, just go to Seedling.com. Enter code culture for 10 dollars off your purchase of 30 dollars or more.And by Blue Apron. Blue Apron’s meal kits are delivered right to your door, and make cooking at home easy. Get your first THREE meals FREE by going to BlueApron.com/culture.And by InterContinental Hotels & Resorts. Take a multi-sensory journey into the InterContinental life, and discover the Empathy stories where you learn about other cultures and expand your own life simultaneously. Download the Empathy audio stories on iTunes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 30, 201655 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Call on the Field Does Not Stand Edition

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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.

Nov 29, 20161h 6m

Culture Gabfest - Hey Aliens, Use a Coaster Edition

Julia Turner, Dana Stevens, and Stephen Metcalf discuss the booing of Mike Pence at a performance of Hamilton, the new sci-fi movie hit Arrival, and TruTV's man on the street comedy game show Billy on the Street.The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by LifeAfter. What Happens to our digital lives when we’re gone? LifeAfter, a new series from GE Podcast Theater and Panoply, the creators of last year’s award-winning The Message, explores those very questions. Listen and download LifeAfter wherever you find your podcasts.And by Audible. Get a free audiobook with a 30-day trial today by signing up at Audible.com/culture.And by Harry’s. Go to Harrys.com right now to get a limited edition holiday shave set while supplies last, and use promo code culture for 5 dollars off. Free shipping ends December 9th, so act now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 23, 201654 min

Ep 85Death, Sex & Money - Other Americans

Since the election, we've asked you one question: What do you wish Americans understood about you, but don't? Hear Anna talk live with listeners about their responses.Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 23, 201658 min

Hang Up and Listen - The It's Like a Whole Other Quarterback Edition

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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.

Nov 22, 20161h 9m

Ep 84Death, Sex & Money - What Money Can't Solve

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A confession is tortured out of a suspect. He goes to prison. Thirty-three years later, he gets a check for what he endured. But forgiveness is not part of the bargain. Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 201630 min

Culture Gabfest - New Abnormal Edition

Stephen Metcalf, Julia Turner and Dana Stevens discuss their feelings in the aftermath of the election, the art we use to take solace in dark times with Slate writers Jamelle Bouie and Bryan Lowder, and how to think about Trump and Hitler with Slate contributor and historian Ron Rosenbaum.The Slate Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Rocket Mortgage from Quicken Loans. Rocket Mortgage brings the mortgage process into the twenty-first century with an easy online process. Check out Rocket Mortgage today at QuickenLoans.com/culture.And by Boll and Branch. For luxury bedding at a low price, go to BollandBranch.com and use promo code culture for 50 dollars off a set of sheets.And by InterContinental Hotels & Resorts. Take a multi-sensory journey into the InterContinental life, and discover stories that will excite your curiosity by going to Intercontinental.com/life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 16, 20161h 6m

Hang Up and Listen - The Popovich for President Edition

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.

Nov 14, 20161h 2m

Culture Gabfest - Regnal Name Generator Edition

Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens and June Thomas discuss Netflix's new show The Crown, about the early reign of Queen Elizabeth II, Loving, the new film about the couple at the center of the Loving Vs. Virginia case with gabfest producer Benjamin Frisch, and Making Gay History, the new podcast from writer Eric Marcus chronicling figures from the early struggle for gay rights. The Culture Gabfest is brought to you by Rocket Mortgage from Quicken Loans. Rocket Mortgage brings the mortgage process into the twenty-first century with an easy online process. Check out Rocket Mortgage today at QuickenLoans.com/culture.And by Away. For premium quality luggage that’s affordable and makes traveling a breeze, visit awaytravel.com/culture. Use promo code culture and you’ll get 20 dollars off your order.And by InterContinental Hotels & Resorts. Take a multi-sensory journey into the InterContinental life, and discover stories that will excite your curiosity by going to Intercontinental.com/life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 9, 201650 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Stick to Everything Edition

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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.

Nov 7, 20161h 2m

Ep 83Death, Sex & Money - If You're Not ____, Then Never Mind

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Actor Amy Landecker has developed some rules over the years, about what she wants in a boyfriend, when she'll do nudity on camera and why she'll never drink alcohol again.Support Death, Sex & Money by becoming a monthly sustaining member. Sign up now.Follow the show on Twitter @deathsexmoney and Facebook at facebook.com/deathsexmoney.Sign up for the Death, Sex & Money newsletter at deathsexmoney.org/newsletter!Email us any time at [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 4, 201624 min

Hang Up and Listen - The Cubs Win?!? Edition

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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.

Nov 3, 201627 min